SPRING 2013

NY  METRO

“Africans At Work” Film Series
February 14, 21, and 28, 2013.

The annual film series from the Labor Studies Program celebrates African American History Month by showcasing important documentaries on the rapidly changing lives and labor of working people and working-class movements in America and Africa. This year’s films are: “Slavery By Another Name” (2/14); “At The River I Stand” (2/21); & “The Dark Side of Chocolate” (2/28). Introductions and discussions led by Hofstra faculty and invited speakers. Free admission. No reservations. For details, visit: www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies.

Locations: Feb. 14 & 28: Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater. Feb. 21: Multipurpose Rm., Student Center
Sponsored by Hofstra's Labor Studies Program
Contact: Labor Studies or visit:www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies

“Hofstra Heart Health Week”
February 20–26, 2013.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. 90% of us have one or more risk factors. Each year, nearly 1 million Americans have heart attacks – and surprisingly many are young people. We can change this! Learn how and help others in a week of free activities, including: heart screenings; expert talks on stress management; a young cardiac arrest survivor’s stirring story; a blood drive; and a “Hoops for Hearts” basketball tournament. Organized by the Labor Studies Program.

Locations: Plaza Rooms, Student Center & Fitness Center
Sponsored by Hofstra's Labor Studies Program, Provost’s Office, Office of Student Leadership and Activities, Recreation/Intramural Sports, School of Education, School of Health Sciences & Human Services & Hofstra/LIJ School of Medicine. 
Contact: www.hofstra.edu/StudentAffairs/StudentActivities. Or call: 516/463-6914.

February 20
Wellness Expo: 11am-2pm, SC Plaza Rooms
Stop by for free health screenings & heart healthy advice

Life Savers and Good Samaritan Laws: 1pm, Law School Room 242
Learn about heart health legal issues

February 21
Heart Experts Forum: 12:45-2pm, SC plaza Rooms
Hear experts speak about various heart health issues.

Hoops for Heart: 6pm, Fitness Center
Play basketball to raise awareness for heart health

February 22
Heart Health Club Fair: 11am-2pm, SC Atrium
Student groups help raise heart health awareness.

February 23
Dodgeball for Heart: 2pm, Fitness Center
Play dodgeball to raise awareness for heart health

February 26
Blood Drive: 8am-8pm, SC Multipurpose Room
Donate blood and save a life.

“Equal Pay Day 2013”
April 9, 2013

This nationwide event – on Tuesday, April 9 – highlights the causes of chronic gender inequality at work and the policy options for dealing with it. Hofstra will again host a forum of scholars and activists on the issue. Join the discussion. This annual event is presented by Hofstra’s Labor Studies Program and Women’s Studies Program. Free admission. No reservations. For more information visit: hofstra.edu/laborstudies or e-mail questions to laborstudies@hofstra.edu.

Location: Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater.
Sponsored by Hofstra's Labor Studies and Women’s Studies programs
Contact: Labor Studies or visit:www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies

“Mayday At The Movies – Comedy & Tragedy At Work”
May 1, 2013

The 12th  annual day-long festival of new films and classics on work and working people, with introductions and discussion led by academic experts. Films include: “Shift Change,” ”Detropia,” Net Worth” & “The Organizer.” Free admission. No reservations. For film schedule, visit: www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies or e-mail questions to laborstudies@hofstra.edu.

Location: Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater.
Sponsored by Hofstra's Labor Studies Program
Contact: Labor Studies or visit:www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies

For complete film schedule, visit www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies
Admission: Free (no reservations; limited seating)

FALL 2012

“THE WHITE HOUSE & WORKING AMERICA 2012: What the Election Means for Our Jobs”
Hofstra’s Center for Study of Labor & Democracy presents this post-election conference  featuring prominent speakers from government, labor, community groups and academia engaged in post-election discussion of the full implications of the Nov. 6th vote on the income and job prospects of working Americans. An historic Presidential election at a time of global economic crisis has reinvigorated and broadened public debate over the proper balance of the public and private sectors’ respective roles in the economy.

Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Time: 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room, Hofstra Student Center

For complete speaker schedule, visit www.hofstra.edu/laborstudies
Admission: Free (no reservations)