Calendar of Events
Monday, Nov. 9 – A panel of recognized experts on wind energy and its implications will discuss the impact of wind farms on the South Texas region during the “Coastal Bend Environmental Panel on Wind Farms” on Monday, Nov. 9, from 6-8 p.m. in the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies, Room 127, at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Participants will include Mannti Cummins, wind energy director for American Shoreline Inc.; Kathy Boydston, program leader for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Wildlife Habitat Assessment Program; Dr. Robert Benson, professor of physics at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and director of the Center for Bioacoustics; John Metz with the National Weather Service; and Glenn Webb with the Texas Wildlife Association, and an expert on landowner issues concerning alternative power, especially wind power. The panel discussion is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.2070.
Monday, Nov. 9 –Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will present a “Coastal Bend Environmental Panel on Wind Farms” on Monday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Participants will include Mannti Cummins, wind energy director for American Shoreline Inc.; Kathy Boydston, program leader for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Wildlife Habitat Assessment Program; Dr. Robert Benson, professor of physics at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and director of the Center for Bioacoustics; and John Metz and Alex Tardy with the National Weather Service. The panel discussion is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.2070.
Wednesday, Nov. 11 – The University Cinema at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will screen the movie “A Woman is a Woman” (1961, 84 minutes) on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in Bay Hall Room 104. Starring Jean-Paul Belmondo and Anna Karina and directed by Jean-Luc Godard, the movie follows Angela, a striptease artist who wants to have a baby and tries to persuade her boyfriend, Emile, to go along with the idea. Emile will have none of it so she goes after his friend, Alfred. For more information, call 361.825.3756.
Thursday, Nov. 12, through Sunday, Nov. 22 – The University Theatre at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi will present the “The Arabian Nights” Thursday, Nov. 12, though Sunday, Nov. 15, and Thursday, Nov. 19, through Sunday, Nov. 22, in the Wilson Theatre in the Center for the Arts. Performances are at 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees. “The Arabian Nights,” contains mature themes and is recommended for adults. Tickets are $8 for general admission; $ 7 for senior citizens and military; $5 for faculty/staff/students; and $3 for University students with their SandDollar$ card. For more information, call ext. 5800. To order tickets, go to http://theatre.tamucc.edu/.
Friday, Nov. 13 – South Texas Cinémathèque,” a new film series that will bring internationally recognized documentary filmmakers to Corpus Christi, debuts with a screening of “Noah’s Arc,” on Friday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the H-E-B Auditorium of the Art Museum of South Texas, located at 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd. “Noah’s Arc” directed by David Redmon and Ashley Sabin follows international modeling scouts as they scour Siberian landscapes in search of teen girls to transform into models. The 85-minute film explores how these teens navigate the world of commercial advertising while attempting to launch careers in Tokyo, Japan. Following the screening, Redmon and Sabin will discuss their film with the audience. The film series, which is sponsored by Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and the Art Museum of South Texas,” is designed to broaden South Texas residents’ access to innovative independent films. The series will host three filmmakers each year. The Art Museum of South Texas is affiliated with Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. The film series is free to the public. For more information, call 361.825.2296.
Saturday, Nov. 14 – The Islander Cultural Alliance at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will hold “Culture Fest 2009: Where the Cultures Meet,” on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 4-7 p.m. throughout the University Center. The fun, educational event will feature museum-like exhibits, live performances, and ethnic food. The following cultures will be showcased: Latin American, African, European (Polish, German, English, Swedish, and more), Native American, Asian, Middle Eastern, and our very own Islander Culture. The event is free and open to the public. Arrive early! The first participants to arrive will receive a free T-shirt and a Cultural Cookbook of ethnic recipes. For more information, call 361.825.2539.
Monday, Nov. 16 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will hold an opening reception for the “Colors of the World” exhibit on Monday, Nov. 16, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the University Center, Legacy Room. Directors from the Institute of Hispanic Cultures and the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center will attend. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Monday, Nov. 16 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will screen the award-winning film “Maria Full of Grace” on Monday, Nov. 16, from 6-8 p.m. in the University Center, Ballroom C. The film, which was shot in Colombia, is directed by Joshua Marston. The screening is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will celebrate International Education Week with the “Colors of the World” exhibit Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20, on display from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the University Center, Legacy Room. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will host a “Student Embassy Fair” from Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20, from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the University Center lobby and commons areas. International students will display artifacts and information from their countries. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Monday, Nov. 16, through Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010 – Spring 2010 registration at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will begin on Monday, Nov. 16, and continue until Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010. Students can also register in the Student Services Center until Friday, Jan. 22, 2010. The spring schedule will become available for viewing on S.A.I.L, on Friday, Nov. 6. For more information, log onto S.A.I.L; or call the Registrar’s office at 361.825.7024.
Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Paul Strunk and Patrick Nye with American Shoreline, Inc. will speak on “Wind: It’s Up in the Air” at the World Affairs Council Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 11:30 a.m. in the Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center. Pre-registration through Friday, Nov. 13, is $25 for members and active duty military in uniform, $32.50 for non members, and $18 for students. After that date, registration is $5 more. All reservations must be pre-paid. For reservations and/or membership information, call 361.241.2018; e-mail martinj@worldaffairstexas.com; or mail your check to World Affairs Council, P.O. Box 260096, Corpus Christi TX 78426.
Wednesday, Nov. 18 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will hold an “International Education Opportunities” panel discussion on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Harte Research Institute conference room. Consul Generals from various countries will present information on culture and education from their respective countries. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Wednesday, Nov. 18 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will screen the Oscar-winning film “Slumdog Millionaire” on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6-8 p.m. in the University Center, Ballroom C. The film, which was shot in India, is directed by Danny Boyle and Loveleen Tandan. The screening is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Wednesday, Nov. 18 – The University Cinema at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will screen the movie “The Whole Shootin’ Match” (1978, 109 minutes) on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Bay Hall Room 103. Directed by Eagle Pennell and starring Sonny Carl Davis, Lou Perryman, and Doris Hargrave, “The Whole Shootin’ Match” follows the exploits of Loyd and Frank, two good ol' boys who live around Austin, Texas, where they spend most of their time drinking booze and thinking up new ways to get rich quick. Special guest Sonny Carl Davis will join Dr. Bill Huie for this screening. For more information, call 361.825.3756.
Thursday, Nov. 19 – The Office of International Education at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will host a round table discussion titled “I Am a Young Business Professional in South Texas: Now What?” on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the University Center, Lone Star Ballroom. Presenters are Corpus Christi Mayor Joe Adame; Richard Bell, director of the Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center; Roland Mower, Corpus Christi economic development corporation president; and Dr. Anantha Babbili, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. The discussion will launch the “Young Business Professionals Round Table” series designed to retain young professionals in the area through entrepreneurship and international business. International hors d'oeuvres will be served. The event is free and open to the public. For more information on the series, go to international.tamucc.edu. For more information, call 361.825.3750.
Friday, Nov. 20 – Arlene Jackson, director for International Education at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), will present an interactive workshop titled “Internationally Friendly Campus” on Friday, Nov. 20, from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the University Center, Oso Room. The workshop is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.3922.
Friday, Nov. 20 – Dr. Chris Landsea, science and operations officer at the National Hurricane Center, will speak on “Hurricanes and Global Warming: Expectations vs. Observations,” at the College of Science and Technology Distinguished Lecture Series on Friday, Nov. 20, at 3:30 p.m. in the Harte Research Institute, Room 127, at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. For more information, contact Dr. Lee Smee at 361.825.3637.
Friday, Nov. 20 – The Campus Activities Board at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will hold its “Battle of the Bands” on Friday, Nov. 20, from 7 p.m. until midnight in the Center for Instruction courtyard. Campus community bands will have an opportunity to showcase their musical and will compete for cash prizes. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.2363.
Saturday, Nov. 21 – The Antonio E. Garcia Arts & Education Center will hold a “Que Pasa” open mic on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 7-9 p.m. at the Center, 2021 Agnes St. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature poets, musicians, thespians, and dancers from area high schools. Sign up opens at 6:30 p.m. Subject matter must be appropriate to high school standards. Snacks will be provided. For more information, call 361.882.7837; or e-mail Rache'l Payne at quepasaopenmic@gmail.com.
Thursday, Nov. 26 – The World Affairs Council of South Texas and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi are seeking families to host international students for Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 26. Around 600 international students attend the University and most have never experienced this American holiday. If you are interested in hosting a student, go to International Student for Thanksgiving. For more information, contact Maria Jaramillo-Couret at 361.825.3750; or e-mail mariac@worldaffairstexas.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 2 – The University Cinema at Texas A&M University-Corpus Chrsiti will screen the movie “Waking Life” (2001, 99 minutes) on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Bay Hall Room 104. This animated tale directed by Richard Linklater and featuring characters based on Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy, and Wiley Wiggins, tells the story of a boy who has a dream that he can float. After a strange accident, he walks through what may be a dream, flowing in and out of scenarios and encountering various characters. People he meets discuss science, philosophy and the life of dreaming and waking, and the protagonist gradually becomes alarmed that he cannot awake from this confusing dream adventure. For more information, call 361.825.3756.
ONGOING:
Through Saturday, Nov. 21 – The Department of Art at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will display the exhibition “A Layered Space,” featuring the work of MFA candidate Jennifer Arnold from Friday, Nov. 6, through Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Islander Art Gallery, 4024 Weber Road in the Hamlin Shopping Center. The exhibition features Arnold’s innovative “Canvas Peel” technique. For more information, contact Joe Pena at 361.825.2386.
Through Monday, Nov. 23 – The Department of Art at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will display the exhibitions of Amanda Calhoun, Christine Gomez, Millie Harrison, and Jade Flowers, candidates seeking the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts, from Thursday, Nov. 5, through Monday, Nov. 23, in the Center for the Arts and the Bell Library. For more information, contact Joe Pena at 361.825.2386.
Through Thursday, Dec. 10 – Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and the University Galleries will present the “University of Dallas 20th National Print Invitational Exhibition” on display through Thursday, Dec. 10, in the Weil Gallery, located in the Center for the Arts. Originally created by University of Dallas Printmaking Professor Juergen Strunck as a teaching exhibition for his graduate students, the biennial exhibition has become a nationwide showcase for artists who choose printmaking as their main form of expression. Weil Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Joe Peña at 361.825.2386.
Through Thursday, Dec. 31 – The fifth annual “Heart Gallery of South Texas” featuring photo displays of 62 local foster children seeking permanent adoptive families will be on display through Thursday, Dec. 31, at the Antonio E. Garcia Arts & Education Center, 2021 Agnes St. The exhibition, which coincides with National Adoption Month, is a collaborative project between the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s Community Outreach Department. The exhibit features photographs and biographies created by University students. For more information, contact Rose G. Banda at 361.878.3491; or Doug Williams 361.878.3560.
