For Your Information shares announcements of events, public meetings, notices, classes and deadlines. The submission deadline is noon on Monday, one week before the next post.

The deadline for the Nov. 4 posting is Tuesday, Oct. 28.

We strive to include all items submitted by deadline occurring until the next post. You can submit future items by emailing pubinfo@csun.edu, sending them to mail drop 8242 or faxing them to (818) 677-4909. Email is the preferred method of submission.

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Oct. 23
EOP Free Speach Event
All CSUN students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in the Educational Opportunity Programs’ annual free speech event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Matador Square. This event provides an opportunity to celebrate and encourage individuals on campus to practice their fundamental rights of free speech, expression and responsibility.
For more information―Call (818) 677-4151 or visit EOP’s website.

Oct. 24
Chumash Language and Culture
The American Indian Student Association and Associated Students present “Haku,” a discussion with Georgian Sanchez, Deborah Sanchez and John Moreno who are Chumash and instrumental in the revival and preservation of the Chumash language. The event takes place from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. in Juniper Hall 2204.
For more information―Email Scott Andrews  or call (818) 677-3418.

Oct. 24
Master of Public Administration Alumni Association
CSUN MPA students and faculty and staff are invited to attend “After Hours with MPA Matadors” from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Melody Bar and Grill, 9132 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. The free event will include appetizers and networking opportunities.
For more information―Call (818) 677-7580 or email the Alumni Association.

Oct. 28
Macau: One Country, Two Systems
The Delmar T. Oviatt Library will host a reception and presentation by José Pereira Coutinho, directly elected member of the Macau Legislative Assembly, about China’s “one country, two systems” policy on Macau and Hong Kong. The event is scheduled at 4 p.m. in the library’s Jack and Florence Ferman Presentation Room.
For more information―Call (818) 677-2638.

Oct. 29
Groundbreaking Ceremony Phase 2 Freshmen Suites
The Office of Student Housing invites all to attend the groundbreaking ceremony at 1 p.m. at 17950 Lassen St.
For more information―Contact (818) 677-2160 or email the Office of Student Housing.

Oct. 30
Jewish Music: The Soul of the People
Do you enjoy great Jewish music from around the globe? Come hear the incomparable Hazan Stein for a melodic and joyful taste of diverse Jewish music. The program takes place from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in Juniper Hall 1212.
For more information―Call (818) 677-4724 or email the Jewish Studies program.

 Oct. 30
Traces of Family in Lithuania
Hear about the extraordinary research and commemorative trip taken by Lisa Lainer-Fagan and her family to discover the fate of the family members that disappeared during the Holocaust. The program takes placed from noon to 1:45 p.m. in the University Student Union’s Flintridge Room.
For more information―Call (818) 677-4724 or email the Jewish Studies program.

Oct. 31
Distinguished Visitor’s Speaker Series
The Department of Pan African Studies’ W.E.B. DuBois-Fannie Lou Hamer Institute will host presentation by Joseph L. White, professor emeritus in psychology and psychiatry at the University of California, Irvine on “Pathways to Inclusive Teaching and Learning Excellence in the 21^st century.” He is scheduled to speak from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the University Student Union’s Northridge Center. For more information―Call (818) 677-3311 or email PAS professor Cedric Hackett.

Nov. 4
Pan African Studies Anniversary Celebration
The Department of Pan African Studies hosts 44th anniversary will feature scholar-activist and author of “We Will Shoot Back: Armed Resistance in the Mississippi Movement” Akinyele Umoja. He will deliver a public lecture from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the University Student Union’s Thousand Oaks Room, followed by a book signing reception in Sierra Hall 181 from 7 to 9 p.m.
For more information―Call (818) 677-3311 or email PAS professor Raquel Kennon.

Nov. 4–13
Unified We Serve
Unified We Serve kicks off its annual clothing and food drive on Nov. 4. Faculty, staff and students can place items in bins located throughout campus until Nov. 13. A closing ceremony will take place at noon on Nov. 13 on the steps of the Oviatt Library.
For more information―Visit Unified We Serve.

Nov. 7
Roll Call – Veteran’s Day Event

The Veterans Resource Center will host a Veteran’s Day event that will include a roll call of fallen veterans, men and women who have lost their lives in combat from 9/11 to the present. The event will take place outside the University Student Union from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For more information―Visit Veteran Resource Center.

Nov. 15
International Education Week
International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This is a joint initiative by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education as a part of their efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States. The event will take place in various locations on campus.
For more information―Visit the International Education Week web page.

Nov. 30
30th Annual CSUN Powwow
The 30th annual CSUN Powwow will take place on the American Indian Studies Cultural Center Lawn on Saturday at 11 a.m. The cost is free, and all drummers and dancers are welcome to attend.
For more information―Call (818) 677-3418.

General Education Council
2–4 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 23
University Hall 211

University Financial Assistants
9–10 a.m.
Monday, Oct. 24
University Hall 277

The Personal Planning and Review Committee
1:15–5 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
University Hall 277

Educational Policies Committee and GE Council
2–4 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
University Hall 277

Academic Technology Committee

1–3 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 1
University Hall 277

Faculty Senate Library Committee
2–4 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Oviatt Library 372

Senate Executive Committee
1–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 7
University Hall 277

Research and Grants Committee
10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 8
University Hall 277

Graduate Studies Committee
2–4 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 12
University Hall 277

Faculty Senate
2–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 21
University Hall 277

University Planning and Budget Group
12–2 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 15
University Hall 277

Oct. 23
ING–One-on-One
Retirement consultation will be presented by Kam Nassiri, workplace planning and guidance consultant. This class is located in University Hall 166. To schedule an appointment with ING, contact Kam Nassiri at (800) 774-0719.

Nov. 7
MetLife–One-on-One
Retirement consultation will be presented by Chris Maltese, MetLife retirement counselor. This class is located in the HR Conference Room, University Hall 165. To schedule an appointment with MetLife, contact Chris Maltese at (805) 371-4217 or (818) 648-0907.

Nov. 7
TIAA-CREF–One-on-One
Retirement consultation will be presented by Michael Johns, TIAA-CREF retirement consultant. This class is located in University Hall 320. To schedule an appointment with TIAA-CREF, contact Michael Johns at (800) 732-8353.

Nov. 7
Bodywork: Posture, Ergonomics, Movement
In this workshop, a medical professional will demonstrate the best practices for lifting from children to groceries; carrying books to backpacks; and posture. Register here. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NP7GC2R

Nov. 7
First Time Home Buyer’s Seminar
First time, previous and current homeowners are welcome to join the seminar on Nov. 7, 2013 at The Orange Grove Bistro from 4 to 6 p.m. You will learn the role of your real estate agent, the importance of choosing the right lender, how you hold title to your own property, what escrow is, what escrow does and understand the legal aspects of property disclosures.
For more information―Call (818) 677-3974 or email Linda Turner.

Nov. 12
VALIC–One-on-One
Retirement consultation will be presented by Rachel Baroma, VALIC financial advisor. This class is located in the HR Conference Room, University Hall 165. To schedule an appointment with VALIC, email Rachel Baroma or call  (818) 326-6939.

Nov. 19
FIDELITY–One-on-One
Retirement consultation will be presented by Todd Reinhart, workplace planning and guidance consultant. This class is located in University Hall 165, HR Conference Room. To schedule an appointment with FIDELITY, contact Todd Reinhart at (800) 642-7131.

Flu Shots Available by Appointment
This year’s seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine will be available for all CSUN students, faculty and staff by appointment beginning Sept. 24 at the Klotz Student Health Center. The vaccine may provide protection against three strains of influenza viruses. The cost is $15.
For more information―Call (818) 677-3666 or visit the Klotz Student Health Center web page.

University Counseling Center Open House for Faculty and Staff
Faculty or staff member are a key contributor to student success and as such wear many hats! The University Counseling Center’s professional staff is available as consultants to collaborate with you in your roles as professor, administrator, advisor, counselors and/or leader of students. Our hours of operation for the month of October are from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Bayramian Hall 520. Consultation involves a collegial relationship in which the consultant(s) deal exclusively with your work-related or student issues. Services are free and available to any academic department or administrative unit, as well as any individual staff or faculty members.
For more information―Visit the University Counseling Center website.

Service on Faculty and University Committees and Boards
Faculty who would like to be considered for election or appointment to positions in faculty governance, to standing or advisory committees of the Faculty Senate, or to various all-university committees and boards are invited to complete the University Service Form on the Faculty Senate website. To be considered for the spring faculty elections, please submit the form to the Faculty Senate Office by Jan. 20, 2014.
For more information—Email Heidi Wolfbauer or call  (818) 677-3263.

Deadlines

2014 Faculty Retreat
The 2014 Faculty Retreat “CSUN Shines: Community Engagement,” will be held Jan. 13 and 14. The first day of the event will take place on the CSUN campus but the second day will move off camput with a visit to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles. The deadline to register is Dec. 2. To register, visit the Faculty Senate website. www.csu
For more information—Email Heidi Wolfbauer or call  (818) 677-3263.

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