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Welcome to May, the culmination of another year at San Diego Mesa College. May is filled with celebrations of all sorts, including the highlight of the school year, Commencement. Please join us for any and all the following events!

Through May 6 – Mesa College Theatre Company Presents “The Boys Next Door,” Tom Griffin's "The Boys Next Door" delves into the lives of four mentally-challenged men and their caretaker, all of whom must define for themselves the meaning of their lives and what constitutes success. Shows: Fri. and Sat. 8:00 p.m.; Sun. 7:00 p.m., Apolliad Theatre, Mesa College. $10 General admission: $5 SDCCD students/staff with ID; $8 military and seniors. Box Office: 619-388-2621.

5/1-4 – San Diego Mesa College Associated Student Government General Election. Online Polls Open at 7:00 a.m. on May 1.http://studentweb.sdccd.edu/

5/1 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Tue., May. 1, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.

5/1 – 4th Annual STAR Awards. Celebrating the academic success and achievements of Mesa College athletes. Luncheon by invitation only. Tue., May 1, 12:45 to 2:00 p.m., Mesa Gym.

5/1 – Orientation Session: Dietetic Service Supervisor. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Tue., May 1, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., LRC 208; www.sdmesa.edu/dietetic. * This meeting is mandatory for students that will be participating in the directed clinical practice for fall 2012.

5/2 – Music Recital Hour: Featuring students in the Mesa College Applied Music Program (AMP). AMP is a demanding curriculum that includes private instruction with an established master, participation in a music ensemble such as choir or jazz band, and study in core music theory courses. Sponsored by Bumble Bee Foods. Wed., May 2, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. (A different group of students perform on May 16). www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital

5/3 – Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Traditional Chinese and Japanese Music, by San Diego Chinese Music Ensemble, and San Diego Japanese Music Group. 1:45-2:45 pm, Thu., May 3. G101.

5/3 – Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Asian Film Festival. 7:05-8:05 pm, Thu., May 3. G101.

5/3 – Blowout! Sal Castro and the Chicano Struggle for Educational Justice. Speakers: Sal Castro is an American educator and Activist; Mario T. Garcia is professor of Chicana/o studies and adjunct professor of history and religious studies at UC Santa Barbara. 9:35 to 11:00 a.m., Thu., May 3, Room H-117/118. Sponsored by the Chicano Latino Heritage Celebration

5/3 – Transfer Recognition Luncheon. Acknowledges and honors the students that have been accepted to four-year universities and spread transfer awareness throughout the campus. Thu., May 3, 12:00 to 1:30 p.m., Main Quad. Reservations required.

5/3 – Student Art, Jewelry and Ceramics Sale. Creative wares created by Mesa College students are offered for sale. 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thu., May 3, Art Gallery and Gallery Courtyard.

5/3 – 5/15 – Mesa College Art Gallery Student Exhibit “Express Yourself.” The student exhibition includes ninety plus artworks in drawing, design, digital media, printmaking, photography, painting, ceramics and sculpture, produced by students enrolled in Mesa's studio art classes. Reception and Art, Jewelry and Ceramic Sale: Thu, May 3, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Art Gallery Courtyard. Gallery Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed., 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Thu. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., free admission. Parking is free on Reception Night: park in the upper faculty parking areas adjacent and across from the flagpole. Regular visiting hours: please use metered spaces adjacent to the A East Parking Lot. Additional parking info at www.sdmesa.edu/parking ; http://www.sdmesa.edu/art-gallery.

5/6 – Social Sciences Occasional Lecture Series: “Welcoming Socialism,” Allan Wagner, Lecturer in Economics, San Diego Mesa College, Fri., May 4, 12 to 2 p.m. G-101.

5/8 – Career Center Workshop: “How to Get a Job with Your Degree.” Wondering how to go about using your degree in the workforce? Learn to develop a plan of action. Tue., May. 8, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. MV33. 619-388-2777.

5/9 – Orientation Session: Dental Assistant. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Wed., May 9, 6:00 p.m., Room S-118. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

5/9 – Music Recital Hour: Featuring Back to the Future. Sponsored by Bumble Bee Foods. Wed., May 9, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

5/10 – English 48 Learning Celebration and Book signing: From a Label to a Brand, by Antonio V. Wright. 6-7:30 p.m., Thu., May 10, H117-118. Presented by Professors Marilynn Schenk and Laurie Lorence.

5/11 2012 Unsung Hero Award Nomination Deadline. This award celebrates a member of the classified staff who volunteers their time and talent to serve the needs of our community – both on and beyond the Mesa College campus. If you would like tto submit a nomination, please contact the President's Office at 619-388-2721.

5/11-20 Theatrical Premiere: No Child, by Nilaja Sun. Mission Productions, in collaboration with the Mesa College Drama Department, is proud to present the San Diego premiere of No Child, by Nilaja Sun. Sun spent six weeks teaching/directing a play during No Child Left Behind. The play is Our Country's Good, which is about a group of Australian royal marines and convicts putting on a production of The Recruiting Officer. The playwright performs No Child. . . as a one-woman show and licenses it out for theatrical productions. Mesa College acting students work alongside professional actors for this San Diego premiere. Weekends May 11-20. 8:00 p.m. Fri., 2:00 and 8:00 p.m., Sat.; 2:00 p.m. Sun.; also Thu., May 18; 8:00 p.m. Apolliad Theatre, Mesa College. $15 General admission: $10 SDCCD students/staff with ID. $12, other discounts apply. Box Office: 619-388-2621.

5/11 – 31st Annual Golden Scissors Awards. Runway extravaganza produced, promoted and organized by students of the Mesa College Fashion Program. Reception and silent auction, Sat., May 11, 5:30 p.m., Sheraton Hotel and Marina, Harbor Island. Fashion show and awards ceremony, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Show and auction: $15 students, $20 general, $25 at the door. $50 VIP Package (reception, early seating, and auction). For more information, call 619-388-2206; email mesagoldenscissors@yahoo.com

5/12– 13th Annual Animal Health Technology Pet Wash, Open House and Program Orientation; an educational event that coincides with National Pet Week and is open to the public. A dog/cat wash fundraiser and a program orientation will follow. Students will be able to create poster projects and scenarios on pet health designed to educate the audience, and tour the facility, and meet the resident animals (dogs, cats, goats, bobcat, owls, turkey vulture, ferrets, and lizard). Sat., May 7, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Room P-300 Building and Compound.

5/12 – Orientation Session: Animal Health Tech Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Sat., May 5, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Room P-308. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health.

5/14-20 – Mesa College Classified Employee Week. Various events celebrate the contributions of classified staff.

5/16 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Wed., May. 16, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.

5/16 – Music Recital Hour: Featuring students in the Mesa College Applied Music Program III (AMP). AMP is a demanding curriculum that includes private instruction with an established master, participation in a music ensemble such as choir or jazz band, and study in core music theory courses. Sponsored by Bumble Bee Foods. Wed., May 16, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

5/18 – Architecture and Environmental Design Student Exhibition. Students, faculty, alumni and industry professionals are invited to tour the design center and view student exhibits of their work. 5:30 to 8:00 p.m., Fri., May 18 , 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

5/19 – 2012 Mesa College Commencement Ceremony. Students, family, faculty and staff celebrate our 2010 graduates. Sat., May 19, 4:00 p.m., Jenny Craig Pavilion, University of San Diego. Free admission. www.sdmesa.edu/commencement

5/23, 24 – 5th Annual Classified Staff Professional and Interpersonal Development. Under the 2012 theme of “The Strength of Many – Pulling it All Together,” this two-day conference recognizes the contributions of classified staff, and provides opportunities for learning and growth with a spirit of camaraderie and support. Wed., Thu., May 23, 24, G-Building. Preregistration required.

5/24 – 14th Annual Mesa Football Golf Tournament. San Diego Mesa College Olympians, football players, coaches and friends invited to attend. Laughter, golf, and tall tales are all promised. $100 entry fee includes golf, cart, lunch, and a donation to the football program. Please make checks payable to: Mesa College Foundation. Thu., May 24, 12:00 p.m., Mt. Woodson, Ramona. For hole sponsorships, reservations or directions, contact Dave Fager at 619-388-2434 or dfager@sdccd.edu

5/25 – Mesa College Writing Contest; Deadline for Submissions. Here’s your chance to get published in the 2012 Mesa Visions Art and Literary Magazine. Cash prizes awarded. Open to all students; for instructions, please see www.sdmesa.edu/english//pdf/WritingContest.pdf.

Mesa College was closed for Spring Break, April 2-6, 2012

4/10 – Community Health Education on “HPV.” Join Mesa Student Health Services and San Diego State University Nursing Students for a community health education discussion on “HPV”, Human Papilloma Virus, a sexually transmitted infection. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tue., Apr. 10, Cafeteria.

4/11 – Music Recital Hour: 2nd Avenue Klezmer Ensemble. Described as "joyous music of tradition and transition," Klezmer is music of the Jews of Eastern Europe and of Yiddish Theater -- always exciting and vibrant, while mysterious and nostalgic. Sponsored by Bumble Bee Foods. Wed., Apr. 611 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

4/11 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Wed., Apr. 11, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., MV32. 619-388-2777.

4/12 -- Environmental Stewardship Committee Speaker Series Lecture: Prof. Alexander Gershunov, a researcher in Climate, Atmospheric Science, and Physical Oceanography (CASPO) from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Professor Gershunov will be talking about recent developments in climate change research, as well as implications of climate change for the San Diego region. Thu., Apr. 12, 2:30-4:30 in G-101.

4/12-14 -- (Off campus) Between the Lines Dance Performance. Don't miss the spring dance performance by Mesa dance students performing faculty works. 7:30 p.m., Joan B. Kroc Theatre Salvation Army Kroc Center, 6611 University Ave. San Diego, 92115 $15 general admission; pre-sale discounts. Call 388-2428.

4/13 -- SONGS OF THE WOODS and ECHOS, performed by the San Diego Mesa College Vocal Ensemble with Dr. Richard Chagnon, Director. The Mesa Ensemble takes advantage of the exquisite acoustics of the Mesa College LRC Foyer. One of the selections, "The Echo Song", features a vocal quartet in the stairway above echoing the song sung by the choir. Special guests: MiraCosta Chamber Choir, Dr, Arlie Langager, Director. Fri., Apr. 13, 7:30 p.m. LRC Foyer. Free.

4/13 Lunafest. This fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Fund is sponsored by Women’s Studies in conjunction with Team Luna Chix of San Diego. Featured speaker will talk about the Breast Cancer fund and environmental links to breast cancer; following this, one hour of short films for and about women. Fri., Apr. 13, 5 to 9:00 p.m., G-102.

4/17,18 – Festival of Colors. Mesa College's annual celebration of diversity features entertainment, arts, crafts and culinary delights. Free admission, international foods available for purchase. Tue/Wed, Apr. 17,18, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Cafeteria Quad, Rooms H-117/118.

4/17-19 – Career Opportunities Expo. Tools, resources, and activities to support life-long career transitions. Resume Tent Tue./Wed. 4/17-18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Quad. Veteran’s Reboot Workshop – facilitated by the National founder of the organization – Wed., 4/18 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., H-117. Careers in Chemistry Panel, Tue., 4/17, 2:00 – 4:00 in H-117. JOB FAIR – Thu., 4/19, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., over 30 employers and community service agencies hiring for jobs and internships, Main Quad. See www.sdmesa.edu/career-center/events.cfm

4/17 – Festival of Colors Presents: Native American Movie Afternoon “California Indian: A Tribal Story.” The struggles inherent on reservations today are depicted in this day-in-the-life drama. Discussion following the film with O. Pierre Romeo. Faculty Flex #66122. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Tue., Apr. 17, G-101. Free.

4/17 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Tue., Apr. 17, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., H-117. 619-388-2777.

4/17,18 – Mesa GreenFest Environmental Film Festival: Los Laureles Canyon: Research in Action. Watch and hear a speaker from the UCSD Sustainability Solutions Institute discuss ways students can become involved in environmental solutions at Mesa and beyond. CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED. Celebrate the winners of the film and chandelier contests, and bid on silent auction of Fashion Fair items.4:00 to 6:15 p.m. Tue./Wed., April 17,18 in Room G-101 (program is repeated on Wed.) www.sdmesa.edu/biology

4/18, 19 -- Grad Fest. Hosted by the Bookstore, you'll find everything you need for commencement. Caps, gowns, regalia and more. Wed., Thu., Apr. 18. 19 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Cafeteria Quad.

4/18 – Music Recital Hour: Mesa Guitar Ensemble. Sponsored by Bumble Bee Foods. Wed., Apr. 18, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital

4/18 – Career Center Workshop: “How To Get A Job With Your Degree.” Wondering how to go about using your degree in the workforce? Learn to develop a plan of action. Wed., Apr. 18, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. H-117. 619-388-2777.

4/19 – Speech & Debate Showcase. The internationally acclaimed Mesa College forensics team will showcase their competitive talents. Thu., Apr. 19, 5 to 9:00 p.m., G-101.

4/19 – “Online Classes: A Student Panel Discussion” Join Mesa College students as they discuss what they like and what needs improvement. District FLEX available: #66277. Thu., April 19, 2-3 p.m., G-101.

4/21 – Foothills Conference Finals. Mesa College hosts the track and field finals. Merrill Douglas Stadium, 1 p.m., Sat., Apr. 21.

4/21 – Orientation Session: Health Information Technology Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend: Sat., Apr. 21, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., Room S-208. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

4/23-24 -- Tents of Truth (formerly Tents of Tolerance). This powerful event provides an opportunity for participants to; experience subtle and blatant discriminatory actions, become immersed in tent s such as "The Classroom," "The Border Crossing," "The Impact Tent," and more, to experience the results of discrimination, and participate in the tent of peace and civility. Mon./Tue., Apr. 23, 24, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Mesa Cafeteria Quad and H117-118; free lunch to participants between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

4/24 – Orientation Session: Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Tue. Mar. 24, 5:30 p.m. Room S-207. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

4/25 – Orientation Session: Radiology Technology. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Wed., Apr. 25, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Room G-101. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

4/25 – Music Recital Hour. János Négyesy, Classical. Wed., Mar. 14, 1 p.m. Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.

4/26 – Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. This national event is designed to show your son or daughter your work place and the many career opportunities available to them. This event is sponsored by the Ms. Foundation and National Organization for Women; Mesa activities are coordinated by the Outreach Dept., 619-388-2230.

4/27 – Mesa College Ruth Kern Scholarship Gala (off campus). More than $90,000 in scholarships –many of which are funded by departments, faculty and staff – are awarded to students in the college's annual gala event. Fri., April 27, 5:30 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, Mission Valley. For ticket information, call 619-388-2699.

4/27 through May 8 – Mesa College Theatre Company Presents “The Boys Next Door,” Tom Griffin's "The Boys Next Door" delves into the lives of four mentally-challenged men and their caretaker, all of whom must define for themselves the meaning of their lives and what constitutes success. Shows: Fri. and Sat. 8:00 p.m.; Sun. 7:00 p.m., Apolliad Theatre, Mesa College. $10 General admission: $5 SDCCD students/staff with ID; $8 military and seniors. Box Office: 619-388-2621.

4/28 – Rape Aggression and Defense Training. Taught by Sgt. Diana Medero. Wed., Mar. 3, 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. Room Q-100 (Police Station). Must be preregistered: 388-2461.

3/1-3 – Women's History Art Exhibit, featuring Mesa College Women Student Artists. Mon., Mar. 1-3, LRC, 2nd Floor Lobby.

3/2 –New City Sinfonia Concert (Off campus) Music Instructor Daniel Ratelle will lead the 40-member New City Sinfonia in a free public concert that will feature Beethoven's powerful Symphony No. 7. The orchestra is sponsored by the North City Continuing Education Center. Fri., Mar. 2, at 7:30 p.m., in the Sanctuary of the First Unitarian Universalist Church, located at 4190 Front St. in Hillcrest. Search YouTube for “New City Sinfonia” for previous concerts.

3/2-11 – Mesa College Theatre Company Presents “A Doll’s House,” a three-act play in prose by the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. Weekends through May: Fri. and Sat. 8:00 p.m.; Sun. 7:00 p.m., Apolliad Theatre, Mesa College. $10 General admission: $5 SDCCD students/staff with ID. Other discounts apply. Box Office: 619-388-2621.

3/3 – Orientation Session: Animal Health Tech Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Sat., Mar. 3, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Room P-308. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health.

3/3 – Women's History Month: Rape Aggression and Defense Training, Part 2. Taught by Sgt. Diana Medero. Wed., Mar. 3, 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. Room Q-100 (Police Station). Must be preregistered: 388-2461.

3/5-28 – MFusion Café. The Culinary Arts/Management program serves lunch throughout the month. The menu changes daily as students master their culinary skills and learn the nuisances of the complex restaurant industry. MFusion serves organic produce grown on campus at the Green Garden on the Mesa and in herb container gardens on the outdoor patio. Lunch service is offered 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mon. to Thu., in H-105 (behind the main cafeteria). Cash only. MFusion can also accommodate and cater your meetings; contact Professor Tonya Whitfield at twhitfie@sdccd.edu.

3/5 – Women's History Month Lecture: Native American Women’s Issues, with Dr. Linda Locklear. Mon., Mar. 5, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Room H-117/118.

3/5 – Women's History Month Lecture: American civil rights activist Sylvia Mendez presents on The Case of Mendez v. Westminister and the Desegregation of Public Education in the First Annual Gracia Molina de Pick Feminist Lecture Series at San Diego Mesa College. , with. Mon., Mar. 5, 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Room H-117/118.

3/6 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Tue., Mar. 6, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.

3/6,7 – Mesa GreenFest Environmental Film Festival: Film: Flow. Watch and learn how multinational corporations have been working to privatize public water resources in developing countries. Also showing: Our Synthetic Sea. More fun stuff: Bottled water taste-off, 30-second Film Contest; Chandelier Challenge and (Re)purpose Fashion Fair. 4:00 to 6:15 p.m. Tue./Wed., Mar. 6, 7, in Room G-101 (program is repeated on Wed.) www.sdmesa.edu/biology

3/7 – Women's History Month Lecture “The Experiences of Young Women in Mexico and Central America in Contemporary Times,” with Virginia Bartz, UCSD graduate student.. Wed., Mar. 7, 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Room H-117/118.

3/7 – Music Recital Hour: Peter Sprague, jazz guitarist, composer, and producer. Wed., Mar. 7, 1 p.m. Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.

3/6,7,8 – Fashion Week: “Repeat Boutique!” Mesa College Fashion students promote their upcoming fashion show (Golden Scissors, May) and raise funds for scholarships. Promotion class holds a sale of gently used clothes, shoes and accessory items. Fashion donations wanted (drop off at B-104, 105 or call 619-388-2206 for pick-up). Tue.-Thu., Mar. 6-8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cafeteria Quad.

3/8 – GEAR UP Theatre Day. Approximately 150 GEAR UP students from Point Loma High School, Madison High School, and Kearny Complex will attend a Mesa College theatre production, “A Doll’s House.” Thurs., Mar. 8, 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m., Apolliad Theatre, 619-388-2230.

3/9 – African American/Latino Male Leadership Summit. More than 200 middle and high school students converge on Mesa to attend the 5th annual event championing student access and success. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., G-101. At the “Community Forum,” 10: to 11:45 a.m., Room G-101, author and speaker Dr. Steven Jones offers practical solutions for supporting the academic success of African American and Latino males. Forum is open to District faculty and staff; preregistration required. Call 619-388-2230.

3/9 – Women's History Month Social Sciences Occasional Lecture “You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby-or Have You?” Reflections on the Women’s Movement with VP Emeritus Elizabeth Armstrong and panelists. Fri., Mar 9, 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Room G-101.

3/9-16 – LRC Canyon Day Display. Created by students from The Child’s Primary School, San Diego, with assistance from Mesa College Teacher Education Program and in conjunction with Canyon Day activities. Mar. 9 to Mar. 16, LRC Atrium Lobby.

3/13 – Transfer Center “UCSD” A representative will be on campus to answer questions regarding UCSD, admissions and transferring to UCSD. Appointment required. Contact or stop in for more details and an appointment. Tue., Mar. 13, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., MV32, 619-388-2473.

3/13, 15 – Women's History Month Lecture: "Womb of Life" with Prof. Starla Lewis, Tue/Thu, Mar. 13/15, 12:45 to 2:00 p.m. Room H-117/118.

3/14 – Orientation Session: Radiologic Technology. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Wed., Mar. 14, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Room G-101. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

3/15– Biology Department Presents: Ryan Levinson. Ryan is the EMS/Rescue Manager for the Big Wave World Tour and an EMT with the City of San Diego. The Mesa College student has competed in over 40 triathlons, and has placed top-3 in national and world championship events while also pursuing his passion for surfing, bodysurfing, kite boarding, and sailing. All this despite having a form of Muscular Dystrophy which has caused many of his muscles to atrophy. Come and hear this uplifting story about overcoming obstacles by this truly remarkable young man. Thu., Mar. 15, 3:30 p.m., Room G-101.

3/15-4/19 – Mesa College Art Gallery “Domestic Disobedience: Redefining the Feminine Space." Mesa student Nuvia Cristol Ruland is guest curator of this special Women’s History Month exhibit, which brings together visual artists that forge this new space of Latina domestic defiance. Gallery Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed., 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Thu. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., free admission. Reception: Thur., March 15, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.; Artist discussion and panel following in G-101 following. Parking is free on reception night; park in the A Overflow lot across from the flagpole. See http://www.sdmesa.edu/art-gallery.

3/16 – Math+Science Complex “Topping Out.” A “topping out” marks the point when the structure’s highest element is hoisted into place, a practice that started in Scandinavia over 1,000 years ago. Fri., Mar. 16. 8:30-9:30 signing of the beam. 9:30 remarks; 10:00 hoisting of the beam.

3/16 – Women's History Month State Senator Christine Kehoe speaks on "Women's Education, Women's Empowerment" Fri., Mar 16, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Room G-101.

3/17 – Orientation Session: Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Sat., Mar. 17, 9:00 a.m. Room S-207. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

3/17- Canyon Day/Canyon Clean-up. Volunteers Needed! Join students, faculty and the community join in to clean-up of a branch of Tecolote Canyon adjacent to Mesa College. The clean-up, led by Ranger Janice Lavallee, is followed by canyon talks with Mesa faculty and canyon expert Eloise Battle. Water, refreshments and free t-shirts provided. Sat., Mar. 17, 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Visit www.sdmesa.edu/canyonday.

3/14 – Music Recital Hour. Miho Gary, Classical Chamber Music. Wed., Mar. 14, 1 p.m. Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.

3/20 – Women's History Month Performance: Women’s Words, featuring Mesa College Drama Students. Tue., Mar. 20, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., Cafeteria Quad.

3/20 Special Music Performance: The Incomparable Eldar Djangirov. The 24-year-old pianist and composer returns to Mesa for a master class and impromptu performance. The success of his album, Re-imagination, even resulted in a Grammy nomination in 2008. Tue., Mar. 20, 1 p.m., Room C-119. Limited seating.

3/21 – Women's History Month Performance: 3 Roses of Lebanon, written and performed by Rosanna Cacace. Wed., Mar. 21, 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., H117/118.

3/21 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes. This is a Hands-On Workshop, so bring your resume. Wed., Mar. 21, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.

3/21 – Music Recital Hour. Diego Morocho, folkloric sounds of South American Music (Ahutachy) Wed., Mar. 21, 1 p.m. Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.

3/22 – Women's History Month Lecture: “Eve: the First Feminist.” Lecture by Dr. Sondra Frisch. Thu., Mar. 22, 5 to 6:20 p.m. Room G-101.

3/23 – Mesa College 9th Annual Languages Conference, “Human Brain and Language Learning.” Fri., Mar. 23, G-101, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. www.sdmesa.edu/languages/conferences.cfm.

3/28 – The Annual Mesa Big Band/Guest Artist Concert (usually at Dizzy's but this year at the Tango del Rey in Mission Valley). This year featuring The "Quadrophonnes" an all-female jazz saxophone quartet from Portland, Oregon. Wed., Mar. 28, 7:30 p.m.

3/26 – Orientation Session: Dietetic Service Supervisor. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Mon., Mar. 26, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., LRC 208; www.sdmesa.edu/dietetic.

3/26 – Science Expo Day at Petco Park (Off-Campus). “Excite Your Mind” is the theme of this year’s festival. The Mesa College booth (HP31, 32) near Home Plate Gate, will feature fun, mind-blowing exercises with Prof. Jaye Van Kirk and student members of the Psi Beta Honors Society. Free; Sat., Mar. 24, 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Petco Park.

3/27 – Canyon Classroom. Mesa College welcomes Holmes Elementary second graders. Presented in conjunction with Canyon Day and the Mesa Teacher Education Program. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Fri., Mar., 23, 2012, P100/200.

3/27, 28 – Mesa GreenFest Environmental Film Festival: Tapped. Watch and see how the bottled water industry has distorted science to manufacture global demand for a free resource. Discuss how plastic recycling works/doesn’t work in San Diego. Deadline for contest submissions. 4:00 to 6:15 p.m. Tue./Wed., March 27,28 in Room G-101 (program is repeated on Wed.) www.sdmesa.edu/biology.

3/27 – Mesa College Celebrates Cesar Chavez: Ramon "Chunky" Sanchez "Chicano Music and the Farmworker Movement.” The famed Chicano Park activist and San Diego Chicano movement icon with his brother Ricardo will perform and talk about his personal experiences in connection to the Chicano Movement in San Diego. 9:35 to 11:00 a.m., Tue., March 27, Room H-117/118.

3/28 – Music Recital Hour. Quadrophones Sax Quartet. Wed., Mar. 28, 1 p.m. Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.

1/30 - 2/2 – Club Rush. Fun, informational event to acquaint students with opportunities for involvement in more than 35 student clubs and organizations. Mon., Jan. 30, to Thu., Feb. 2 Mesa Cafeteria Quad.

1/31 – MFusion Café The Culinary Arts/Management program begins lunch service on Tue., Jan. 31. The menu changes daily as students master their culinary skills and learn the nuisances of the complex restaurant industry. MFusion serves organic produce grown on campus at the Green Garden on the Mesa and in herb container gardens on the outdoor patio. Lunch service is offered 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mon. to Thu., in H-105 (behind the main cafeteria). Cash only. MFusion can also accommodate and cater your meetings; contact Professor Michael Fitzgerald at mfitzger@sdccd.edu.

1/31 – Orientation Session: Health Information Technology Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend: Tue., Jan. 31, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Room S-208. To register, call 619-388-2684.

2/1 – Music Recital Hour: Contemporary Piano, UCSD. Wed., Feb. 2, 12:45 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

2/1 – Orientation Session: Radiology Technology. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Wed., Feb. 1, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Room G-101. To register, call 619-388-2684.

2/7 – Orientation Session: Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Tue. Feb. 7, 5:30 p.m. Room S-207. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

2/7 – San Diego High Tech Fair (off-campus). Mesa College's math and science faculty continue their tradition of inspiring middle and high school students at the 2012 High Tech Fair, attended by more than 2,500 students. Stop by the Mesa College booth for way cool, fun experiments! Student/parent night: Tue., Feb. 7, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., school day event: Wed., Feb. 8, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; OFF-CAMPUS, Del Mar Fairgrounds, Wyland Hall.

2/8 – Music Recital Hour: Jeannette Kangas, Contemporary Jazz. Wed., Feb. 8, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

2/9 - 3/1 – Mesa College Art Gallery “Atara-Baker’s Layering Time and Place: An African Memoir” Gallery Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed., 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Thu. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., free admission. Reception: Thur., Feb. 9, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Parking is free on reception night; park in the upper faculty parking areas adjacent and across from the flagpole. Other gallery hours: use metered spaces adjacent to the A East Parking Lot.

2/14 – Career Center Resume Workshop: Anything and everything about resumes for students, faculty and staff. This is a hands-on workshop; bring your resume. Tue., Feb. 14, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.

2/14 – Scholarship Essay Workshop. Learn how to write a strong scholarship essay. Tue., Feb. 14, 11:00 a.m., LRC 432. Information: 619-388-2699. Click here for list of scholarships..

2/14-15 – Mesa GreenFest Environmental Film Festival: Bag It. Is your life too plastic?

Bag It chronicles the global production, use and disposal of plastic bags and other plastics, documenting the environmental consequences of these products. More fun stuff: Bottled water taste-off, 30-second Film Contest; Chandelier Challenge and (Re)purpose Fashion Fair. 4:00 to 6:15 p.m. Tue./Wed. in Room G-101 (program is repeated on Wed.)

2/15 – Orientation Session: Dental Assistant. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Wed., Feb. 15, 6:00 p.m., Room S-118. To register, call 619-388-2684. www.sdmesa.edu/allied-health

2/15 – Scholarship Essay Workshop. Learn how to write a strong scholarship essay. All students are encouraged to apply. Wed., Feb. 15, 3:30 p.m., LRC 432. Information: 619-388-2699. Click here for a list of scholarships.

2/15 – Music Recital Hour: Featuring Robert Wetzel, Classical Guitar. Wed., Feb. 15, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

2/22 – Music Recital Hour: Colin McAllister, Contemporary guitar. Wed., Feb. 22, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119. www.sdmesa.edu/music/recital.cfm

2/22 – Career Center Workshop: “How To Get A Job With Your Degree.” Wondering how to go about using your degree in the workforce? Learn to develop a plan of action. Wed., Feb. 22, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MV33. 619-388-2777.

2/23 – Biology Seminar: Bicarbonate and Mucus-A Failed Relationship in Cystic Fibrosis. Speaker Dr. Paul Quinton, Dept. of Pediatrics; UCSD School of Medicine. Thur., Feb. 23, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. G-101.

2/23 – Student Services Fair. Get one-on-one advice, and find out about financial aid, counseling, career center, student affairs, student clubs, health services, and much more! Free refreshments and music. Thu., Feb. 23, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Mesa Cafeteria Quad.

2/28 – Orientation Session: Dietetic Service Supervisor. Potential students interested in this career program are invited to attend. Tue., Feb. 28, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., LRC 208.

2/29 – Music Recital Hour: Hausmann Quartet, Classical Strings. Wed., Feb. 29, 1:00 p.m., Room C-119.

2/29 – San Diego Mesa College Scholarship Application Deadline. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Wed. 29, in H-500. 619-388-2699. www.sdmesa.edu/scholarships

2/29 – Career Center Resume Workshop. Anything and everything about resumes for students, faculty and staff. This is a hands-on workshop; bring your resume. Wed., Feb. 29, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., MV33. 619-388-2777.