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?THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR ETHICS, JUSTICE AND PUBLIC LIFE AND THE STUDENT UNION present Brandeis University’s second annual weeklong “festival of social justice.” Students, professors, clubs, and academic departments have planned dozens of events throughout the week, featuring talks, artmaking workshops, performances, exhibits, and discussions.

PrefaceThe phrase “social justice” is a rhetorical superstar. Its rise to fame, however, has not translated into its realization. The Brandeis community is doing something about it- because “social justice” is not just a phrase here at Brandeis. It is a call to action, starting with awareness.

‘DEIS Impact is a uniquely Brandeisian response to social injustice. Now in its second year, ‘DEIS Impact, a weeklong “festival of social justice,” is a unique collaboration between Student Union and the International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life. ‘DEIS Impact has garnered much enthusiasm from the Brandeis community. Most college campuses have committed social justice advocates. But social justice infuses Brandeis. The enthusiastic response to ‘DEIS Impact highlights the individual and collective efforts of Brandeis students, faculty, staff, clubs, and academic departments to portray, define, and work towards achieving social justice locally, regionally and globally. With dozens of events– talks, performances, exhibits, videos, workshops, discussions, an original play—‘DEIS Impact is about connecting efforts to explore—and realize—social justice on campus, in the community, and around the world.

The breadth of involvement in ‘DEIS Impact indicates a plethora of ways to contribute. From a business ethics workshop, to collective drumming, to creating a collective artistic definition of social justice, to supporting former child soldiers in Uganda, there’s a way for YOU to get involved. We hope that you will see the ways that people from across campus have connected their work to social justice, and think, “I could do that.” We hope each person attending any of the ‘DEIS Impact events will think of just one more way—that he or she can work towards a more just world. Skip the overwhelmed feeling—start where you are with what you are already doing, and think about how to connect it with social justice.

As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. famously declared, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” DEIS Impact challenges injustice through collective learning, dialogue, action and commitment. Join us.

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February 1—11, 2013Free and Open to the Public

Check g o . b r a n d e i s . e d u / D E I S i m p a c t for up–to–the–minute information about the week’s events.

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Special Thanks to the Legacy Fund‘DEIS Impact is made possible in part by the generous support of The Louis D. Brandeis Legacy Fund for Social Justice, which supports Brandeis students, enhances campus life, and promotes the issues of social justice that the former U.S. Supreme Court justice championed throughout his life.

Since its establishment in 2006, the Legacy Fund has sponsored a series of initiatives designed to help students, enrich the University community, and address social justice concerns on and off campus.

The Legacy Fund was founded by Jules Bernstein ‘57, and is funded in part by Mr. Bernstein and his wife, Linda Lipsett.

Keynote Speakers: UGANDA BY WAY OF BOSTON & HOLLYWOOD: A SOCIAL JUSTICE JOURNEYwith Judy Dushku and Eliza DushkuProfessor Judy Dushku is the founder of THRIVE Gulu; Actress Eliza Dushku has had a significant role supporting the organization.

See go.brandeis.edu/deisimpact for their bios.

Wednesday, February 6, 20137– 8:30 pm

See inside for details.

Some of the questions explored during the week: • What does social justice really mean? Does trying to define the term help us think more clearly and work together more productively? Or is trying to define it a useless rhetorical exercise?

• How can I get involved more effectively in social justice work?How can I turn my passion into a career?

• What will be different because of this ‘DEIS Impact week? How will I be different?

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Feb. 1–8 Friday February 1– Friday February 8 Social Justice Around Us: An Art Exhibition Shapiro Campus Center Art Gallery

Brandeis University is famous for our strong stand on social justice. But what exactly is “social justice” and who is doing it? In order to raise awareness about outstanding members of the Brandeis community fighting for social justice and to shed light on their amazing fight and cause, the Student Union Social Justice Committee is displaying an art exhibit. By learning more about what social justice means to them, how they are fighting for their cause, and how the community can become involved, we hope to present a variety of ways to approach social justice.

Sponsored by Student Union Social Justice Committee More information: Sarah G. Kim, sgk730@brandeis.edu

Feb. 2–8 Saturday February 2– Friday February 8, 9 am– 5 pm9 am–5 pm One Brick At A Time Shapiro Campus Center Atrium

Come to the Atrium to decorate a brick and help build a symbolic school. Proceeds will go to Oxfam to help a school in a developing country. Also see the talk “One Brick at a Time: A Conversation on Education” on Wednesday, February 6, at 4 pm.

Sponsored by Poverty Action CoalitionMore information: Josilyn Sacks, josilyn@brandeis.edu

Feb. 5–7 Tuesday February 5—Thursday February 7; 11 am–5 pm11 am–5 pm Brandeis University Blood Drive Sherman Function Hall, Hassenfeld Conference Center

Blood unites every person because it gives life. Blood does not discriminate by race, religion, or sexual orientation. The Brandeis Blood Drive is an opportunity for all to share a part of themselves, to give life to another– someone who is in desperate need of life’s elixir. So, please join us in donating blood and making a life–changing impact during this festival of social justice. Give Blood, Save Life!

Sponsored by Waltham GroupMore information: Jess Friedman, jessf13@brandeis.edu

Feb. 6–8 Wednesday February 6—Friday February 8, 3–6 pm 3–6 pm Build A Visual Definition of Social Justice Shapiro Campus Center Atrium

“Social justice” is a hard concept to put into words. So why not take a different approach? Forget about words. Take a piece of ceramic tile and draw on it the first thing that pops into your mind when you hear “social justice.” These ceramic pieces will be assembled into a mural that will be Brandeis’ visual definition of social justice!

More information: Lindsay Mitnik, lrmitnik@brandeis.edu

THROUGHOUT THE WEEK MULTIDAY EVENTS

Feb. 1—11 Friday February 1– Monday February 11 Climate Change Shantytown: Take Refuge With SEA Location TBA

This visual representation of a shantytown stands for the climate change permeating the world around us, and the importance for our generation to make a difference for all the future generations to come. It symbolizes a demographic that is both the most impacted by climate change as well as the most neglected: individuals experiencing poor living conditions. Bring the Brandeisian inside you and join our demonstration to address this issue before we face irreversible consequences.

Sponsored by Students for Environmental Action (SEA) More information: Lisa Purdy, lpurdy@brandeis.edu

Feb. 1–15 Friday February 1–Friday February 15 Inventory: An Art Installation Women’s Studies Research Center and other campus locations

“Inventory” is a participatory art installation by Linda Bond, WSRC Scholar, that catalogs, displays, then disperses 190,000 images of AK–47 assault rifles and Glock pistols that have gone missing in Iraq. Visitors are invited to take one or more of the cards to keep or give away. Each cardholder is asked to record its current location by entering a zip code at the artist’s website. The website tracks and displays the cards as they circulate around the globe. Visit lindabondart.com to learn more. See event on Monday February 4.

Sponsored by Women’s Studies Research CenterMore information: Michele L’Heureux, mlheur@brandeis.edu

All events are free and open to the public. Tickets required only for the keynote (see page xxx).KEYARTS, EXHIBITS, & SCREENINGS

BUSINESS, ETHICS, LABOR

CAREERS & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN SOCIAL JUSTICE

FAITH AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

SOCIETY, CULTURE, GENDER

STUDENTS IN ACTION

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“Story of Self,” an artful storytelling technique that involves a lot more heart than your standard elevator pitch. In this workshop, learn how to develop your own engaging Story of Self that will inspire your listeners to action!

Sponsored by Project Plus OneMore information: Leila May Pascual, smileila@brandeis.edu

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Monday Handling Values–Based Conflicts: A Workshop on Conflict Resolution 12–2 pm Geller, Hassenfeld Conference Center

Any challenge to basic values is usually perceived as threatening. How can we handle fundamental differences creatively? What can one do when rule of law challenges traditional justice systems based on religious or tribal custom? This workshop will explore innovative approaches to this challenge, through presentation and discussion (including a student panel).

More information: Professor David Steele, COEX, dsteele@brandeis.edu

Monday Inventory: The Artist As Advocate for Social Justice4–6 pm Women’s Studies Research Center (WSRC)

Artist and WSRC Scholar Linda Bond’s artwork explores the mediated experience of wartime. Through drawings, prints, and installations, Bond attempts to humanize the tragedies of war and to combat the numbing effects of a media–saturated culture. Her talk will look at the role of the artist as advocate for social justice. Bond’s installation

“Inventory,” which will be on view at the WSRC and other campus locations from February 1–15, is a participatory art installation that catalogs, displays, then disperses 190,000 images of AK–47 assault rifles and Glock pistols that have gone missing in Iraq.

Sponsored by Women’s Studies Research CenterMore information: Michele L’Heureux, mlheur@brandeis.edu

Monday How Corporations Promote Social Justice 7–9 pm Rapaporte Treasure Hall, Goldfarb Library

A lot of good takes place within corporate environments unnoticed. This event will shed light on a side to corporations that is typically not discussed: how corporations carry out social justice. Join professors and a distinguished member of the business community who has firsthand experience with philanthropic endeavors.

Sponsored by Investment Club, Brandeis Libertarian Conservative Union and BrandeisMore information: Avishek Neupane, avishek@brandeis.edu or Joshua Nass, njosh910@brandeis.edu

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Friday Who is your Social Justice Hero? A roundtable 12–1:30 pm lunch discussion Shapiro Campus Center 313

Join this roundtable lunch discussion and reflect on how you embody the principles, philosophies, and leadership styles of your social justice hero. Is it someone famous, perhaps a family member, or someone you’ve seen on TV? Discuss some of the challenges and expectations that you put on yourself and how you can teach these values to others. Free lunch is provided for those who RSVP by January 30 to Kelly Whiffen at kwhiffen@brandeis.edu with dietary restrictions.

Sponsored by Department of Community ServiceMore information: Lucas Malo, lmalo@brandeis.edu

Friday Overheard at Brandeis7–9 pm Alumni Lounge, Usdan Student Center

“Sticks and stones can break my bones but words will never hurt me.” Join the discussion as we revisit this old saying and the effects of terminology and language. How has language affected our status in society, how we view ourselves and our own privilege? Sayings and words will be posted around campus ahead of time to ignite discussion. In this session, we will explore those sayings and words. Be a part of the decision to understand and educate others about the importance of language in our everyday lives.

Sponsored by Student Union Diversity CommitteeMore information: Amanda Pereira, acp93@brandeis.edu

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Saturday Using Social Media for Social Justice: Ordinary People 4–6 pm Can Do Extraordinary Things Mandel Auditorium, G03

How can we use social media to mobilize for social justice? Through film screenings and discussion, this workshop will demonstrate how the Jubilee Project has been able to create a youth movement and inspire ordinary people like us to do extraordinary things. Doing Good Is Contagious.

Sponsored by the Jubilee Project Brandeis with the Brandeis Asian American Student AssociationMore information: Victoria Lee, vlee@brandeis.edu

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Sunday Telling Your Story to Inspire Action: A Workshop 4–6 pm Location: TBA

What is your passion? Gender equality? The environment? Ending poverty? Whether you’re speaking to 1 person or 100, how do you get others engaged in your cause? One approach is to tell your

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Monday Justice, Empowerment, and Creative Midrash7–9 pm Feldberg Lounge, Hassenfeld Conference Center

Midrash is the process of telling a story to better understand the words in the Torah. How can we create a midrash from the Torah’s themes of justice and empowerment? Together we will explore ancient and modern sources and discuss our role in recognizing power and privilege and transforming our knowledge into action. Finally, we will each tell our own story through a creative representation of our vision for social justice.

Sponsored by Office of High School ProgramsMore information: Jessica Goldberg, jsg27@brandeis.edu

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Tuesday Social Justice Show & Tell: A Special Exhibit of Rare and 11 am–5 pm Archival Material Archives & Special Collections Reading Room, Goldfarb Library

Rare and archival material relating to student activism at Brandeis will be on display during this one–day exhibit highlighting some of Brandeis University’s social justice collections. See material related to the student takeover of Brandeis’ Ford Hall, and to major social justice–related historical events, including the Sacco and Vanzetti trial and the Leo Frank trial. What did a group of student protesters rename part of Brandeis in 1969? Visit the exhibit to discover this and more. Some of this material was used by students to develop “When Rebellion Becomes Revolution,” an original theater production based on a famous Brandeis–related case, to be performed February 8, 9 and 10. (See page 14) Stop in to see the exhibit before or after “Social Justice: An Intergenerational Conversation,” details below.

Sponsored by Brandeis University Archives & Special CollectionsMore information: Sarah Shoemaker, sshoemak@brandeis.edu

Tuesday Social Justice: An Intergenerational Conversation2–4 pm Rapaporte Treasure Hall, Goldfarb Library

Join with ‘DEIS Impacters and other Brandeis students in comparing notes and sharing intuitions with Brandeis Life Long Learning students (BOLLI). Make a connection with someone with a different perspective and test out your own emerging point of view. We expect our conversation to be a lively contest of ideas across the generations. Refreshments will be served. Before or after the event, stop into the one-day exhibit “Social Justice Show & Tell” in the Archives, details above.

Sponsored by Brandeis Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (BOLLI)More information: Avi Bernstein, akberns@brandeis.edu

Tuesday STAND Up Against Genocide!4–6 pm Shapiro Campus Center Art Gallery

What is genocide? How can students stop genocide? What genocides are happening right now? All of these questions and more will be addressed in the premiere of the STAND film, a social justice project that seeks to spread genocide awareness on the Brandeis campus by

involving students, faculty and staff in an interview–formatted film. Come to the showing, participate in a follow–up dialogue, and take the initiative to STAND Up Against Genocide.

Sponsored by STAND at BrandeisMore information: Rebecca Ottinger, beccao@brandeis.edu and Amanda Dryer, apd32191@brandeis.edu

Tuesday Giving the World a Vision at an Affordable Cost: Unite For Sight4–6 pm Shapiro Campus Center 313

Did you know that 80% of blindness worldwide is preventable? Unite For Sight is a non–profit global health delivery organization that empowers communities worldwide to improve eye health and eliminate preventable illness. It aims to provide long–term, sustainable eye care to the world’s most neglected and poor by working with local hospitals. Learn more about Unite For Sight and complexities and realities in global health with Rachel Turkel, Program Manager of Unite For Sight. There will also be presentations by two Brandeis students who volunteered for Unite For Sight in India and Ghana through the Brandeis Social Justice World of Work (WOW) Fellowship.

More information: Gloria Park, sygpark@brandeis.edu

Tuesday Life After Death Row: Justice Brandeis Innocence Project 7–9 pm Students Talk with Released Inmate Damien Echols, His Wife, His Defense Team Adviser, and the Reporter Who Believed Him Rapaporte Treasure Hall, Goldfarb Library

In 1994 at the age of 18, Damien Echols was convicted, along with two others, of the horrific murders of three young boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. Echols, considered the “ringleader” of the

“West Memphis Three,” was sentenced to death and spent 18 years on death row for a crime many believed he did not commit. While on death row Damien married Lorri Davis, a landscape architect from New York who became convinced of his innocence and moved to Arkansas to be nearer to him while she worked on his case. Actor Johnny Depp, musician Eddie Vedder and director Peter Jackson were all strong public supporters of Echols and believers in his innocence. In August of 2011, after DNA evidence was found to be inconsistent for all three defendants, they were released from prison, but not legally exonerated. Join Brandeis students who investigate wrongful convictions as they lead a discussion with Echols; his wife Lorri Davis; Lonnie Soury, a media expert with a particular expertise in wrongful convictions issues; and Erin Moriarty, a correspondent for CBS’ “48 Hours” who interviewed Echols both on death row and after his release. Video clips from “48 Hours” and “West of Memphis,” a documentary produced by Peter Jackson and directed by Amy Berg, will also be screened. Echols’ memoir, Life After Death, chronicling his time on death row, will be available for purchase and signing.

Sponsored by Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism More information: Elizabeth Macedo, lizm010@brandeis.edu

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Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 7:00 pmLevin Ballroom, Usdan Student Center

with Eliza & Judy Dushku JUDY DUSHKU is the founder of THRIVE Gulu; ELIZA DUSHKU has had a significant role supporting the organization. See go.brandeis.edu/deisimpact for their bios.

In 2009, actress Eliza Dushku joined her mother Judy Dushku (a Suffolk University politics professor) and a group of undergraduates on a trip to Uganda. Their aim was to study the reintegration and rehabilitation of child soldiers and formerly abducted women in poverty–stricken, post–conflict regions of Uganda. Eliza and Judy were deeply moved, and knew they had to do something. Thus was born THRIVE Gulu, a nonprofit organization based in Gulu, Uganda that supports Ugandans to heal from trauma by telling their stories and building their self–sufficiency and self-esteem. Hear about the Dushkus’ phenomenal journey and the stories of the remarkably resilient Ugandans they met, and learn how you too can turn passion into action.

TICKET INFORMATION (Keynote only): If you are on the Brandeis University campus, you may pick up a free ticket for the keynote address from the Box Office in the Shapiro Campus Center during the following hours when classes are in session: M-F 12-6 pm or Sat 12-4 pm.

For off-campus guests who would like free tickets mailed to them, please email rsvp200@brandeis.edu or call 1-877-269-3287 with your name, address, email and phone number. Please indicate the number of tickets you would like (maximum 4 tickets per person).

For group ticket inquiries, please contact Elisa Gassel in the Office of Special Events at egassel@brandeis.edu or 781-736-4037. All off-campus keynote ticket requests must be received no later than January 29.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS UGANDA BY WAY OF BOSTON & HOLLYWOOD: A SOCIAL JUSTICE JOURNEY

Tuesday Queerologues7–9 pm International Lounge, Usdan Student Center

What is “Queer?” It is an umbrella term for people who may identify as gay, lesbian, transgender, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, genderqueer, allies, and so on. A variety of performances including monologues, spoken word, songs, raps, or anything about queer related issues, will give voice to this often–marginalized population whose human rights are often threatened. Come and explore queer, gender, and sexual identities through the lens of social justice.

Sponsored by Queer Resource CenterMore information: Yuxin Yang, yangyx@brandeis.edu

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Wednesday Playing for Change: Playback in Action9 am–12 pm Merrick Theater, Spingold

Together we will explore improvisation as a tool for conflict resolution, social change, and community building as well as artistic expression. Open minds, instruments, and all skill levels welcome. Workshop led by Will Chalmus ’07, theater arts graduate and former member of the board of directors of the worldwide Playback Theatre Society.

Sponsored by Theater ArtsMore information: Professor Jennifer Cleary, jacleary@brandeis.edu

Wednesday Four Chaplains on Pluralism and Interfaith Cooperation12:30–2 pm Levine Ross, Hassenfeld Conference Center

The four Brandeis chaplains (Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, and Protestant) and student representatives will discuss the necessity of pluralism and interfaith cooperation in working for peace and social justice in today’s world. Instead of the words and actions used by religious extremists as weapons for fear and prejudice, come hear a different, hopeful vision of peace. Such a vision is grounded in the wisdom of faith traditions and rooted in shared dialogue and collective action.

Sponsored by Interfaith Chaplaincy More information: Reverend Matt Carriker, carriker@brandeis.edu

Wednesday One Brick at a Time: A Conversation on Education 4–6 pm Shapiro Campus Center Multipurpose Room

Join Brandeis Education Reformers and guest speakers to discuss education both within the United States and abroad. We will be approaching the topic of education from a variety of standpoints and we want your voice to be included. Also drop in throughout the week in the Shapiro Campus Center Atrium for the weeklong brick–building fundraiser (see page 5).

Sponsored by Poverty Action Coalition, Students for Education Reform More information: Josilyn Sacks, josilyn@brandeis.edu

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Thursday “Value of Volunteering” Reflection Dinner5:30–7 pm Geller, Hassenfeld Conference Center

Have you ever wondered what your time can mean to the social justice initiatives that matter to you the most? How can you decide what is the best way to focus your volunteer efforts? Discuss these and many more questions about your involvement in the social justice initiatives around us. Free dinner is provided for those who RSVP by February 1 to Sarah Johnson at sjay@brandeis.edu with dietary restrictions.

Sponsored by Waltham Group More information: Sarah Johnson, sjay@brandeis.edu

Thursday Progress and Future of the LGBT Movement: Brandeis 7–9 pm and Beyond Alumni Lounge, Usdan Student Center

The struggle for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) civil rights has countless implications in all aspects of American life. The progression of legislation over the last 50 years reflects corresponding sweeping changes in the political and social atmospheres of our country. This event aims to examine the numerous repercussions the advancement of LGBT rights has had through a panel discussion with faculty from various academic departments at Brandeis.

Sponsored by Queer Policy AllianceMore information: Joe Babeu, jbabeu@brandeis.edu

Thursday Should Affirmative Action Be Used in University Admissions?8 pm Lown 002

Is affirmative action just? Does it work? Has its need come and gone? What does it mean for the college admissions process? Watch members of the #2 nationally–ranked Brandeis Academic Debate and Speech Society speak about this important topic. Audience participation is encouraged, and dessert will be served.

Sponsored by Brandeis Academic Debate and Speech Society (BADASS)More information: David Altman, daltman@brandeis.edu

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Friday Fund your Social Justice Summer Internship!12–1 pm Hiatt Career Center, Usdan 15

The Hiatt Career Center funds over 20 social justice internships each year through the WOW (World of Work) program. This workshop will cover WOW requirements and discuss strategies to prepare your best application!

Sponsored by Hiatt Career CenterMore information: Jackie Blesso, blesso@brandeis.edu

Wednesday KEYNOTE ADDRESS: 7–9 pm Uganda By Way of Boston & Hollywood: A Social Justice Journey Levin Ballroom, Usdan Student Center

For description and free ticket information, see previous page.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7

Thursday Gulag Nation: North Korea and Crimes Against Humanity 12–2 pm Levin Ballroom, Usdan Student Center

Gas chambers, famine, and human experiments. Over 3 million people have died in North Korea and yet there is little action being taken to help these people suffering from human rights violations implemented by their own government. Join us as we screen Seoul Train, the award-winning documentary exposing the lives and deaths of North Koreans as they try to escape their homeland. Afterwards Dr. Sung-Yoon Lee from Tufts University will be discussing human rights atrocities and what can be done to help bring aid to this nation.

More information: Sarah G. Kim, sgk730@brandeis.edu

Thursday Gendered Violence is EVERYONE’S Problem12–2 pm Alumni Lounge, Usdan Student Center

Gendered violence is not “someone else’s problem.” It’s everyone’s problem including yours, as a supporter of social justice. Join us for this compelling two–part session. You will hear from a panel about why they care and what they do about gendered violence. Then participate in breakout sessions to discuss ideas like forces perpetuating violent culture, victims, victim blaming, and being an ally, with the ultimate goal to prepare you to navigate these issues in a socially responsible way.

Sponsored by Heller Gender Working Group More information: Caitlin Feuer, cfeuer@brandeis.edu

Thursday Ethics in Accounting and Business: A Workshop3:30–4:50 pm (identical workshop offered twice)5–6:30 pm International Lounge, Usdan Student Center

Would you make the right ethical choice even if it meant losing your job? What kinds of ethical dilemmas might you face in business? Take the role of business people who have had to make difficult ethical decisions. See if you would do the same things that they did– and find out how it turned out. Join Waltham business professionals and students in this workshop. Featured participant is Malcolm Sherman P’83, former head of several corporations including Zayre and Channel Home Centers.

Sponsored by International Business School More information: Professor Rob Angell, rangell@brandeis.edu

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Friday Social Justice from an Islamic Perspective12:50 pm International Lounge, Usdan Student Center

In his sermon at Jum’ah (Muslim Friday prayer service), Brandeis University Chaplain Imam Talal Eid will speak about social justice in Islam.

Sponsored by Interfaith ChaplaincyMore information: Imam Talal Eid, iteid@brandeis.edu

Friday ANITA, an award winning Argentine film about a 7–9 pm national tragedy seen through the lens of a woman with Down Syndrome Mandel Center for Humanities Atrium

In ANITA, acclaimed Argentine filmmaker Marcos Carnevale tells the remarkable story of a young woman with Down Syndrome whose routine life in Buenos Aires is tragically disrupted by the horrific 1994 bombing of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association. As Anita wanders through the city following the attack she not only learns to care for herself, but touches the lives of those around her. A discussion about Down Syndrome will follow this inspirational film.

Sponsored by Lurie Institute for Disability Policy and The Nathan and Toby Starr Center on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities More information: Michelle Techler, mtechler@brandeis.edu

Friday When Rebellion Becomes Revolution: A Play of Protest, 8 pm Murder, Denial and Atonement Schwartz Hall Auditorium

Brandeis Campus, 1970: Students Susan Saxe and Kathy Power catapult to the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted List through their anti–Vietnam War actions. Fifteen actors portray 53-plus historical characters in this original documentary play about a critical and resonating moment in Brandeis history. The play was written by Brandeis students in Professor Joyce Antler’s “History as Theatre” class in 2012.

Sponsored by Free Play Theatre Cooperative, American Studies DepartmentMore information: Julian Seltzer, jseltzer@brandeis.edu

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9

Saturday When Rebellion Becomes Revolution: 8 pm A Play of Protest, Murder, Denial and Atonement Schwartz Hall Auditorium

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Sunday When Rebellion Becomes Revolution: A Play of Protest, 3 pm Murder, Denial and Atonement Schwartz Hall Auditorium

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Sunday Peacemaking Beats: A Workshop On Fostering Peace 7–10 pm Through Music and Rhythm Schwartz Hall Auditorium

Hear Professor Cynthia Cohen, director of Brandeis University’s Program in Peacebuilding and the Arts, as she discusses the contributions of the arts, especially music and rhythm, to social justice and peace. Following the discussion, Brandeis Beats invites you to apply Prof. Cohen’s insights to an interactive Waltham/Brandeis community drum circle led by world drummer and teaching artist, Jeremy Cohen of This World Music. All are welcome to be a part of this memorable musical experience!

Sponsored by Brandeis BeatsMore information: Aliza Gans, bigansie@brandeis.edu

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Monday Connecting With Workers: Hear the Stories of 12–2 pm Brandeis Employees Location: TBA

Have you ever asked yourself who takes care of your trash, cleans your bathrooms or serves your food? Now is your chance to hear from the amazing individuals who keep Brandeis running from the ground up, to see their world through the lens of social justice. A panel of workers from dining services and the custodial staff will tell their stories of their Brandeis experience and answer questions. Take advantage of this excellent opportunity to get to know the people who help you every day.

Sponsored by Brandeis Labor CoalitionMore information: David Duhalde-Wine, dduhalde@brandeis.edu

Monday The Graduate Doers Club4–6 pm Wasserman Cinematheque, Sachar

Listen to the life stories and social justice experiences of six exemplary graduate students from the International Business School, the Heller School and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Meet some of the people from over 70 countries who are doing something to fix the world.

Sponsored by Graduate Student AssociationMore information: Enrique Levin, djlevin@brandeis.edu

Monday 2nd Annual Brandeis SoJust Leadership Forum 6–8 pm Sherman Hall, Hassenfeld Conference Center

The SoJust Leadership Forum will be the capstone event of ‘DEIS Impact. Featuring Brandeis alumni in diverse fields including education, law and activism, this networking event will inspire current

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How Should I Choose My Commitments to Causes?

Special Online FeatureIt is impossible for any one person to commit to taking action on every meaningful issue. ’DEIS Impact alone features many social-justice-related events in a week. So how does an interested individual decide where, whom and how to help? Leah Igdalsky ’14 considers this question in a special “Ethical Inquiry” on the Ethics Center’s website: http://www.brandeis.edu/ethics/ethicalinquiry/2012/February.html

Make an impact: Share Your Story

Contribute to the Brandeis legacy of social justice professionals: inspire and educate current students and alumni by sharing your personal story, professional path and career advice. You can make a difference by getting involved with the Hiatt Career Center and the Brandeis Alumni Association. As a student, share your internship experiences through the Brandeis Internship Exchange at go.brandeis.edu/internship exchange. As an alum, participate in Hiatt’s Step Up campaign at go.brandeis.edu/stepup and become involved with your local alumni chapter. To learn more, contact Alexandra Anweiler Stephens, Hiatt’s associate director of alumni engagement at 781-736-3623 or astephens@brandeis.edu.

Featuring Events Planned By

American StudiesBrandeis Academic Debate and

Speech Society (BADASS)Brandeis Asian American Student

AssociationBrandeis BeatsBrandeis Harry Potter AllianceBrandeis Immigration Education

InitiativeBrandeis Labor CoalitionBrandeis Libertarian Conservative

UnionBrandeis Osher Lifelong Learning

InstituteDepartment of Community ServiceFree Play Theatre CooperativeGrad Do-ers ClubGraduate Student AssociationHeller Career Development CenterHeller Gender Working GroupHiatt Career CenterInterfaith ChaplaincyInternational Business SchoolInternational Center for Ethics, Justice

and Public life

Investment ClubJubilee Project BrandeisLurie Institute for Disability PolicyOffice of High School ProgramsPoverty Action CoalitionProject NurProject Plus OneQueer Policy AllianceQueer Resource CenterRobert D. Farber University Archives

and Special CollectionsSchuster Institute for Investigative

JournalismSTAND at BrandeisStudent Union Student Union Diversity CommitteeStudent Union Social Justice

CommitteeStudents for Education ReformStudents for Environmental ActionTheater Arts DepartmentThe Nathan and Toby Starr Center on

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Waltham GroupWomen’s Studies Research Center

Brandeis students to see how their passions and experiences– through academics, volunteerism, internships and campus leadership– can translate into a career in public service and social justice.

Sponsored by Hiatt Career Center, Career Development Center at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life, Department of Community Service, Office of Development and Alumni Relations, Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism.More information: Caroline O’Shea, oshea@brandeis.edu, or www.brandeis.edu/hiatt/news/sojust.html

Monday When Harry Met Louie: How Harry Potter Inspired 9 pm a Brandeis Student Location:TBA

Join us for an exciting opportunity to hear Andrew Slack ‘02, founder of Harry Potter Alliance (HPA), an internationally–known nonprofit that calls on the fans of Harry Potter to apply the story’s themes to real issues of social justice. The HPA has worked on a wide range of social issues around the world from marriage equality to literacy. The audience will have an opportunity to participate in a workshop and learn from Slack as he reflects on his journey creating HPA, and the ways Brandeis has helped him change the world. The workshop will challenge participants to reimagine the way they look at social justice issues, and will illuminate the importance of narratives and their power to inspire change.

Sponsored by Brandeis Harry Potter AllianceMore information: Flora Wang, feurekaw@brandeis.edu

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Directions and Parking

For directions, visit go.brandeis.edu/directions

Free parking is available behind Spingold Theater in T-lot.Handicapped-accessible parking spaces are in the lower lot adjacent to Slosberg Music Center and throughout campus. The Shapiro Campus Center Info Booth is

‘DEIS Impact Headquarters! Stop in for information about event locations, up-to-the-minute changes, more program booklets, lost & found, etc.

Contact

International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life781-736-7744ethics@brandeis.edugo.brandeis.edu/DEISimpact

All events are free and open to the public. Tickets required for the keynote address. For up-to-the-minute information about the week’s events, visit go.brandeis.edu/DEISimpact

‘DEIS Impact Steering Committee

‘DEIS Impact Steering CommitteeMarci McPhee, International Center for

Ethics, Justice and Public LifeAmanda Dryer ‘13, Brandeis ExCEL FellowSarah G. Kim ‘13, Student Union Social

Justice Committee ChairTodd Kirkland ‘13, President, Brandeis

Undergraduate Student Union Amina Nur, Sustainable International

Development/COEX, Heller SchoolGloria Park ‘13, Vice President, Brandeis

Undergraduate Student UnionIngrid Schorr, Office of the ArtsDavid J. Weinstein, International Center

for Ethics, Justice and Public Life

Core Committee: “DEIS Impacters”Laura Aguirre ‘13Anna Bessendorf ‘15Sarah Johnson ‘13Se Jun Lee ‘16Estela Lozano ‘16Shelby Magid ‘15Lindsay Mitnik ‘16Avishek Neupane ‘14So Hyun Shin ‘16 Leah Staffin ‘15Flora (Yuan) Wang ‘15Nusrath Yusuf ‘13

‘DEIS Impact committee members:Aliyyah Abdur-Rahman (ENG faculty)Robert Angell (IBS faculty)Alwina Bennett (Grads and Postdocs)Beth Bernstein (Brandeis National

Committee)Amanda Dryer ‘13 (Brandeis ExCEL Fellow)Joe DuPont (Hiatt Career Center)Andrew Flagel (Students and Enrollment)Monique Gnanaratnam (Intercultural

Center)Stephanie Grimes (Student Activities)Todd Kirkland ’13 (Student Union President)Enrique Levin (Graduate Student

Association)Shelby Magid ’15 (‘DEIS Impacter)Lucas Malo (Dept. of Community Service)Marci McPhee (International Center for

Ethics, Justice and Public Life)David Nathan (Development)Amina Nur (Sustainable International

Development/COEX, Heller School)Caroline O’Shea (Hiatt Career Center)Gloria Park ’13 (Vice President, Brandeis

Undergraduate Student Union)Gina Regonini (Student Activities)Ingrid Schorr (Office of the Arts)David J. Weinstein (International Center for

Ethics, Justice and Public Life)Elaine Wong (Office of the Dean of Arts

and Sciences)

Sponsored by:The International Center for Ethics,

Justice and Public Life Brandeis Student Union

with generous support from The Louis D. Brandeis Legacy Fund for Social Justice

Exploring Social Justice on Campus, in Waltham & Around the World

IMPACTdeis’DEIS Impact is a collaboration between the Student Union and the International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life, with support from The Louis D. Brandeis Legacy Fund for Social Justice.

STUDENT UNIONBrandeis University