Highlights at Foothill College
Monday, June 4
Keynote Speaker Muslim American Author Samina Ali
Samina Ali’s award-winning novel
Madras on Rainy Days confronts the taboo subject of male homosexuality in the South Asian Indian community from the perspective of a Muslim woman forced into an arranged marriage. Ali is a former Foothill College English Instructor.
Time: 10–11:50 a.m.; Reception from noon–1 p.m.
Location: Chinese Heritage Room (Room 3523)
Free Admission
Tuesday, June 5
Lecture Series I: Actor & Author Ed Gunawan
Based in part on his own coming-out story, Ed Gunawan’s short film
Stills has drawn rave reviews and awards at international film festivals from San Francisco to Jakarta to Rotterdam. A former Foothill student, he has also written and performed a one-man play and works as a professional model in the advertising industry. Co-sponsored by Foothill Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Planning Committee.
Time: 8–10 a.m.; Reception from noon–1 p.m.
Location: Chinese Heritage Room (Room 3523)
Free Admission
Wednesday, June 6
Lecture Series II: Author & Film Producer Greg Sarris
In his hit HBO film
Grand Avenue and in a range of award-winning books, plays and essays, Sonoma State University Professor Greg Sarris has explored issues of Native American identity, sexuality, ecology and survival.
Time: 10–11:50 a.m.
Location: Chinese Heritage Room (Room 3523)
Free Admission
Wednesday, June 6
Barbecue, Battle of the Bands & Reception for Greg Sarris
At a reception for the speaker Greg Sarris, we will also host a battle of the bands and a free barbecue sponsored by the Associated Students of Foothill College (ASFC). Present your valid OwlCard to receive a complimentary burger or veggie burger along with chips and beverage.
Time: Noon-1 p.m.
Location: Library Quad
Free Admission
Thursday, June 7
Student Poetry Reading, Book Publication Opening & Prize Raffle
Co-sponsored by Foothill’s Creative Writing Club, student readers will be eligible for raffle prizes. All readings welcome. Poems addressing themes of gender and sexual identity are especially encouraged. The Creative Writing Club will also debut its new anthology at this event.
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Location: Chinese Heritage Room (Room 3523)
Free Admission
Friday, June 8
Queer Film Festival Part I: A Love to Hide
Join us for pizza, sodas and the LGBT-themed movie
A Love to Hide. Set in Paris in 1942, Jean and Philippe, two young gay lovers in occupied France, risk their lives to hide a childhood Jewish friend, Sarah, whose family has been killed by the Gestapo. Hosted by Foothill’s Gay/Straight Alliance Club.
Time: Noon–2 p.m.
Location: Room 5942
Free Admission
Monday, June 11
Lecture Series III: Transgender FTM Author Max Wolf Valerio
Transgender author Max Wolf Valerio chronicles his transition from life as a woman to life as a man in his autobiographical book
The Testosterone Files. Learn how Valerio used hormone therapy to transition from one gender to another—and what he learned about male and female perspectives and passions in the process. A question-and-answer session follows the discussion
Time: Discussion, 9–9:50 a.m. and again from 11–11:50 a.m.; Reception, noon–1 p.m.
Location: Chinese Heritage Room (Room 3523)
Free Admission
Wednesday, June 13
Lesbian Comedian Marga Gomez
In her presentation,
Vitamin L–Laugh Your Way Through Sick Times, award-winning comedian Marga Gomez offers her thoughts on drinking, smoking, road rage, fast food, Trimspa, unsafe sex, the government, our health care system, and everything else that can kill us in a hilarious but twisted performance. Co-Sponsored by L.U.C.H.A. Club and Foothill Latino Heritage Month Planning Committee.
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Location: Library Quad
Free Admission
Wednesday, June 13
Annual Student Drag Show Contest & Closing Ceremony
Our hilarious annual student contest features cash awards for the best female and male impersonators. Straight or gay, flaunt your best cross-dressing style. Comedian Marga Gomez is our master of ceremonies. First prize, $250; second prize, $150; and third prize, $100.
Time: 12:45–1:15 p.m.
Location: Library Quad
Free Admission
Thursday, June 14
Panel Discussion: Gay Professionals at Foothill College
Join the Gay & Lesbian Employees & Friends Association of Foothill-De Anza for a candid discussion of our lives, our careers and our families. Co-Sponsored by Foothill Honors Institute.
Time: TBA; call (650) 949-7282
Location: TBA; call (650) 949-7282
Free Admission
Friday, June 15
Queer Film Festival Part II: Yossi & Jagger
Join us for pizza, sodas and the movie
Yossi & Jagger, the story of two Israeli soldiers who find love while stationed together at the Lebanese border. Hosted by Foothill’s Gay/Straight Alliance Club.
Time: Noon–2 p.m.
Location: Japanese Cultural Center
Free Admission
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For additional event, driving and parking information, access www.foothill.edu or call (650) 949-7282.
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Earn College Credit—Enroll in Foothill's SOSC 36 course and earn one unit of transferable credit by participating in heritage month planning and activities. For requirements and registration information, call (650) 949-7218 or e-mail Student Activities Director Daphne Small..
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PAA and PGA available for faculty and staff participation.
