TODAY
The Society for the Study of Religions and Cultures is hosting a panel to discuss the issue of religion in politics at 6:30 p.m. in the Storer Auditorium. Dr. Daniel Pals, Department of Religious Studies, will moderate the panel.
Change your lunch plans and go to the Wellness Center for Part Three of the Weight Management Series. The class, held at 12:30 p.m., will explain the physiology behind weight loss and provide practical lifestyle tips to help manage weight in a healthy manner.
WEDNESDAY
United Nations Day, a cultural display of the world by the organizations of COISO, is at the Green today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The theme is “Riding Out the Storm,” with food, art and dance from all over the world.
In an effort to help the islands in the Caribbean affected by the recent string of hurricanes, COISO presents the Island Relief Cultural Showcase from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the UC Patio. The event is free of charge, and donations will be collected throughout the show.
The sisters and new members of Delta Phi Epsilon will hold a candlelight vigil for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders at 8 p.m. on the Rock.
THURSDAY
Today is the last day of Caribfest, a cultural event that showcases Caribbean cuisine, dress, and originality presented by UM Caribbean student organizations. Come by the UC Patio and UC Rock to enjoy food, fun and festivities. For additional information call 305-284-3548.
FRIDAY
No classes today! Fall Break!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23
The UM School of Law: The Society of Bar and Gavel is hosting their 5th Annual Race Judicata at 10 a.m. The Race is a 5K run/walk through the campus and surrounding streets. Ninety percents of all proceeds will be donated to the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. For more information, or to register, please visit: currentstudents.law.miami.edu/bar_and_gavel/racejudica.html.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24
MONDAY, OCTOBER 25
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Up ’til Dawn Letter Writing Party
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
The University of Miami Film Society brings local filmmaker Clifton Childree to U.M. at 5 p.m. in room 130 of the Learning Center. Mr. Childree wrote, produced, directed, filmed, animated, edited and acted in the film. The Flew has garnered numerous awards and is currently playing at the Miami Art Museum.
Entries for the pre-season soccer tournament on Oct. 30 are due by 5 p.m. at the Wellness Center. The captain’s meeting is at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Jason Carroll at 305-284-8518 or e-mail jcarroll@miami.edu.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31