2008 Woodie Awards
Zinn lecture funded second time around
By Kerry Fiallo
Issue date: 4/11/07 Section: News
The Student Finance Board (SFB) voted to fully fund a lecture sponsored by the Progressive Student Alliance (PSA), which received no funding at the last meeting.
The lecture is by Howard Zinn, historian, activist and author of "A People's History of the United States," on April 25. Previously, SFB members deemed the event too expensive and thought it might not draw enough people. That request was for $10,185.20. At the latest SFB meeting, PSA presented with new information, requesting $9,725.20.
Among the changes was that five classes are offering extra credit for students to attend. Also, PSA gathered nine new sponsors, including the Modern Languages Department and the Political Science Department. Finally, there was an increase in funds from departments at the College. The new funds total $600, according to the presentation.
"I think it's worthwhile at this point because they have so much more muscle behind them this week," Dan Beckelman, Student Government Association representative, said.
It was decided to fully fund the event, 9-2-3.
In a related presentation, All College Theatre (ACT) presented regarding a one-man performance of "Marx in Soho." The play was written by Zinn and will be performed on tonight in the Don Evans Studio Theatre in Kendall Hall. According to the presentation, PSA approached ACT with the play to raise interest in Zinn's lecture. ACT agreed since it has not done a one-man performance recently. ACT requested $350 for the performance and staff.
"This event can be very helpful for Howard Zinn," Erica Klazmer, administrative director, said. "I think it's a great idea and a good event."
SFB voted to fully fund the event, 11-2-1.
Gospel Choir presented regarding its annual Extravaganza, which will include dance and other performances. It will be held on the Sundial Lawn on April 14 during an Open House. Extravaganza has never been held outside or for prospective students. Gospel Choir requested $2,200 for the outdoor sound system and generator.
The lecture is by Howard Zinn, historian, activist and author of "A People's History of the United States," on April 25. Previously, SFB members deemed the event too expensive and thought it might not draw enough people. That request was for $10,185.20. At the latest SFB meeting, PSA presented with new information, requesting $9,725.20.
Among the changes was that five classes are offering extra credit for students to attend. Also, PSA gathered nine new sponsors, including the Modern Languages Department and the Political Science Department. Finally, there was an increase in funds from departments at the College. The new funds total $600, according to the presentation.
"I think it's worthwhile at this point because they have so much more muscle behind them this week," Dan Beckelman, Student Government Association representative, said.
It was decided to fully fund the event, 9-2-3.
In a related presentation, All College Theatre (ACT) presented regarding a one-man performance of "Marx in Soho." The play was written by Zinn and will be performed on tonight in the Don Evans Studio Theatre in Kendall Hall. According to the presentation, PSA approached ACT with the play to raise interest in Zinn's lecture. ACT agreed since it has not done a one-man performance recently. ACT requested $350 for the performance and staff.
"This event can be very helpful for Howard Zinn," Erica Klazmer, administrative director, said. "I think it's a great idea and a good event."
SFB voted to fully fund the event, 11-2-1.
Gospel Choir presented regarding its annual Extravaganza, which will include dance and other performances. It will be held on the Sundial Lawn on April 14 during an Open House. Extravaganza has never been held outside or for prospective students. Gospel Choir requested $2,200 for the outdoor sound system and generator.
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