News Briefs

Women’s Seminar

Come to the Hinds Pavilion at the Fairplex this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 2005 Women’s Seminar titled “More to Life,” which is sponsored by the Los Angeles Church of Christ. There will be international speakers, women’s ministry leaders, entertainment and lunch.

Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for teens. Spanish translation will be provided. For more information call (909) 984-3758.

Physician Aid-In Dying Discussion

On Wednesday, March 23, in La Fetra Auditorium, ULV’s Center for Health and Aging will host a speaker panel updating practices and proposed legislation on Physician Aid-In Dying. The event lasts from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Admission is free. For more information call (909) 621-0046.

Gender Studies Conference

For two days starting Thursday, March 31, the University will hold its first Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Conference, titled “Engendering Diversity and Community.” There will be a variety of events, including a photography and art exhibition. Denise Uyehara, an award-winning performance artist, author and playwright, is the conference’s keynote speaker. For more information e-mail Zandra Wagoner at wagonerz@ulv.edu.

—Nila Priyambodo

Nila Priyambodo

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