October 9 - 15, 2017 Each week UA Crossroads provides a list of upcoming opportunities to engage the rich diversity of identities and experiences at UA. If you are interested in having an event included, please contact the Crossroads office at 348-6930 or email us at crossroads@ua.edu.

Blend Bingo/Trivia Night! Monday, October 9 6:00 - 8:00 pm 3107 & 3111 Ferguson Student Center Everyone is invited! and the ISA/Crossroads International Study Break  will be participating at the Blend event

Due to the threat of inclement weather this event has been cancelled.

The Campus Dialogues offer a weekly opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to engage one another about important issues related to identity, current events, and campus life. Dialogues take place in the Ferguson Center Great Hall on Wednesdays from September 6 - November 15, starting at 1:00 pm and concluding by 1:50 pm. Come and share your thoughts and listen to the perspectives of others in an inclusive and respectful environment!

Visiting the Medical Doctor in the US Lunchtime at Global Café Thursday, October 12 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Capital Hall Lunch is provided. All are welcome. Free.   International visitors to Tuscaloosa have requested this discussion. The University of Alabama has free campus resources to serve you. Representatives of UA International Scholar and Student Services, University Medical Center and an International Scholar will be there to help you and answer questions. Many international scholars will be there, and we interpret language for one another. Free and open to the public. Lunch will be served.  For more information: Contact beverly.hawk@ua.edu or call 205-348-7392.

ASAP Halloween Hurricane Relief Fundraiser Talent Show! Poetry Slam! Attention Poets! Want to be in the slam? Submit a video of your poetry (5 mins max) to asapalabama@gmail.com by Sunday, October 15. Awards for the top 3 poets! Free food and drinks and door prizes!

On-Going and Upcoming Events

German Business Culture Workshop Wednesday, October 18 1:00 - 3:00 pm 3108 Ferguson Student Center This workshop will feature interactive opportunities to learn about German business culture, and the implications that this has for those interested in future careers in the global marketplace. The workshop will be be conducted in English and is open to both German students and students from other departments. Participants will have the option to compete activities in German or in English.

Chat & Chew Wednesday, October 18 6:00 pm Intercultural Diversity Center Join us for Free food and great conversation as we explore issues and offer advice about what it's like as a minority at PWI!

International Spouse Group Every Wednesday throughout the fall semester 10:00 - 11.30 am 105 B.B. Comer Hall This group is open to the wives or husbands of international students, faculty, staff, as well as American spouses who are interested in making international friendships. We provide support in adjustment and acculturation while living and learning in the U.S. To become a member of the International Spouse Group, you can simply join us for any of our meetings, which will be held every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30 am throughout the fall semester 2017 in International Services in 105 BB Comer Hall. For any questions or general interest, please visit the ISG Page . Contact Info: inernational@ua.edu, 348-5402

Alabama Students Without Borders Presents: Charlas con Café Every Wednesday from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Ferguson Student Center Starbucks. Drop in for an hour, enjoy a cup of coffee, and practice your Spanish. The table will be marked with a Latin American Flag.

Homegrown Alabama Farmers Market Thursdays throughout the fall semester 3:00 - 6:00 pm Canterbury Episcopal Chapel  Homegrown Alabama is the UA student-run farmers market held each Thursday from 3-6 pm at Canterbury Chapel, near campus. Support UA students and local farmers as they bring you the best of what Alabama has to offer.

Engage UA with Crossroads! UA’s Crossroads Community Engagement Center is an initiative of the Division of Community Affairs. Crossroads fosters respectful intercultural engagement for students, faculty and staff, and community members throughout the state by facilitating:  workshops on inclusive engagement practices. dialogues where participants are invited to share their perspectives on challenging social issues in a respectful, inclusive environment. collaborative programming to encourage appreciation of the rich cultural traditions on campus and in the local community. CONTACT US

UA Crossroads 3617 Ferguson Center tel: 205-348-6930  email: crossroads@ua.edu