Global Start Week

Monday, September 15, 2008
LASO Block Party
4-7 p.m.
Montgoris Patio, Queens Campus
Join LASO, the Office of Global Studies and Multicultural Affairs for a night filled with Latin flair, great food and entertainment. Learn more about your heritage or more about the cultures that add to the wonderful diversity of New York City.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008
“The Interfaith experience in Global Poverty in Latin America, Africa, and Asia”- An Academic Lecture with Fr. Peter Lejacq
4-6 p.m.
Council Hall

Fr. Peter Lejacq is a Maryknoll priest and alum on St. John’s who is bringing his international service learning experience to the students of St. John’s. Join us for an in depth look at how service abroad can transform you and those you serve. Refreshments will be provided following the lecture.

Thursday, September 18, 2008
International Expo
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Marillac Terrace, Queens Campus

Join the Office of Global Studies and Multicultural Affairs for a tour of the world’s food.  Student groups will be providing food from their diverse backgrounds and giving students a taste of what their group represents. The Expo will also feature information about taking advantage of the world beyond New York, from how to get great student airfare abroad to the steps you’ll need to take to get a passport.

Movie Night! Featuring Roman Holiday
5-8 p.m.
Little Theater, Queens Campus

Join us for this classic old Hollywood flick starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in the Eternal City of Rome. Imagine visiting those same locations next semester on a study abroad trip at our Rome Campus!

Friday, September 19, 2008
Parent Meet and Greet
4-6 p.m.
Council Hall, Queens Campus

Join the Office of Global Studies and Multicultural Affairs as we present the many exciting and rewarding options St. John’s students have to become involved in the university and make themselves a truly global citizens. Refreshments will be provided.