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Talking About Race

The Coalition for Diversity presents the film, “Voices of Pain, Voices of Hope” featuring producer Jerry Rabow’s class taught at UCLA about racial issues. Following the film will be a discussion. The film and discussion will be held next Thursday at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in La Fetra Auditorium.

Diversity Essays

Entries for the Diversity Essay Competition on current issues and policies related to diversity will be presented at a forum May 10. Come out and and watch students present their essays. For more information, contact Julius M. Walecki at (909) 593-3511 ext. 4192.

Earth Day Celebration

On Saturday, catch workshops about herbal medicine, biodiesel fuel, organic gardening, veganism, and how to make your own diesel fuel at Cal Poly Pomona. For more information call (909) 869-5155.

La Verne Loop

The 5k fun run/walk will be tomorrow in Sneaky Park. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. and race begins at 8 a.m. Registration is $10 in advance and $20 on race day. All funds will benefit Lupus International. For more Information call (888) 532-2322.

—Alexandra Lozano

Alexandra Lozano, News Editor
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