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Campus EventsThis is not an inclusive list <strong>of</strong> events. Other eventsare scheduled on campus.Big Purple Couchwww.usc.uwo.ca/bigpurplecouchThe Big Purple Couch is a live talk showfilmed bi-weekly in the first semester andweekly in the second semester, for thefirst time this year. Broadcasting on Radio<strong>Western</strong>, and Rogers Television London,BPC brings you the latest in news andentertainment around campus.Career FairSee Career and Employment section.Charity Ball, USC(January 28, 2012)www.usc.uwo.ca/charityballCharity Ball has been in existence for over25 years and is a long-standing tradition at<strong>Western</strong>. Many <strong>student</strong>s treat this event astheir <strong>University</strong> “prom” where they go all outand celebrate their time at <strong>Western</strong>.Clubs Week, USC(September 19-23, 2011)Email: usc.clubs.coordinator@uwo.cawww.westernclubs.caDuring Clubs Week the atrium <strong>of</strong> theUCC transforms itself into a gathering <strong>of</strong>clubs to get involved in. Check out one <strong>of</strong>the many booths for something that capturesyour interest.EnviroWeek, USC(October 17-21, 2011)Email: usc.environment@uwo.caEnvirowestern.caEnviroweek sees a wide assortment <strong>of</strong>activities (primarily in and around the UCC)ranging from the simple advertisement <strong>of</strong> ourclub’s activities, to elaborate and eye catchingpublic displays encouraging environmentalconsciousness, and public presentations.For more programs by Enviro<strong>Western</strong>, seethe Green Initiatives section.Festival <strong>of</strong> the Arts, USCEmail: usc.foa@uwo.cawww.usc.uwo.ca/foa/<strong>Western</strong>’s festival <strong>of</strong> the arts showcases<strong>student</strong>’s visual, audio and textile works.There are plenty <strong>of</strong> ways to get involved bysubmitting your <strong>student</strong> films, photographyand works <strong>of</strong> art or by simply volunteeringyour time. Held beginning <strong>of</strong> March in theUCC atrium. Admission is free to <strong>student</strong>s.Founder’s Day(March 7, 2012)www.alumni.uwo.ca/connect/founders-dayFounder’s Day is celebratedannually on March 7th. The<strong>Western</strong> community celebrates theaccomplishments <strong>of</strong> our <strong>student</strong>s,staff, faculty and alumni.Graduate andPr<strong>of</strong>essional School FairSee Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essionalPrograms section.Homecoming(September 29-October 1,2011)www.westernhomecoming.uwo.caGet ready - there’s so much to dowhen you come home. Studentsand alumni celebrating Canada’sbest homecoming.Last Lecture(March 29, 2012)www.alumni.uwo.ca/get-involved/<strong>student</strong>s/last-lecture.htmlLast Lecture is an elegantevening cocktail social hostedby The Alumni Associationfor all members <strong>of</strong> the Class<strong>of</strong> 2012. Enjoy the familiar tunes <strong>of</strong> RickMcGhie with a prominent alumnus keynote.McIntosh Gallerywww.mcintoshgallery.caExhibitions, educational programsand special events provide a platform forengagement with visual art and artists. TheCuratorial Study Centre includes documents,publications and the McIntosh Gallery’scollection <strong>of</strong> over 3,000 works <strong>of</strong> Canadianand international art.Musical PerformancesSpecial Events <strong>Calendar</strong>: www.music.uwo.ca/events/specialEvents.htmlOff to <strong>Western</strong> :See the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.PrideWeek(November 1-5, 2011)www.pridewestern.causc.pride@uwo.caPrideWeek is a campus-wide eventwhere <strong>student</strong>s can show support for theLGBTQ2 community, learn about oncampusresources, and become more aware<strong>of</strong> queer issues. PrideWeek is organized byPride<strong>Western</strong>.Theatre <strong>Western</strong>, USCwww.theatrewestern.caTheatre <strong>Western</strong> is a <strong>student</strong>-runproduction company supported bythe <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council at the<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Theatre<strong>Western</strong> produces shows <strong>of</strong> the highestpr<strong>of</strong>essional quality, including full lengthmusical and non-musical dramaticproductions as well as <strong>student</strong>-writtenone-act plays. Theatre <strong>Western</strong> providesopportunities for all <strong>student</strong>s to becomeinvolved as playwrights, directors, stagemanagers, backstage crew or performers. At a<strong>University</strong> with so many talented individuals,Theatre <strong>Western</strong> showcases <strong>student</strong> talenton stages around campus and within theLondon community.<strong>Western</strong>’s Earth Day(March 22, 2012)Enviro<strong>Western</strong>.caA day <strong>of</strong> environmental awareness andcelebration, organized a month early sothat exams don’t get in the way! This day isorganized by envirowestern.White Ribbon Campaign(November 28-December 2, 2011)White Ribbon is an annual internationalcampaign <strong>of</strong> men working to end violenceagainst women. <strong>Western</strong>’s campaignis organized by the White RibbonCommissioner (usc.white.ribbon@uwo.ca) and includes the Montreal Massacreremembrance ceremony taking place in theUCC atrium on December 6.Campus EVENTSSTUDENT GUIDE 2011-201227
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