Cama-i Room program highlights for March 21-25, 2011

All events are in the Cama-i Room, located in the Gorsuch Commons, unless otherwise noted. These events are free and open to the public.

In conjunction with the Department of Residence Life, the Alaska Native and Rural Outreach Program (ANROP) is proud to present upcoming program highlights. The Cama-i Room is a social gathering place and study center for all UAA students. Cama-i Room programs and activities celebrate Alaska Native, Native American and Alaska cultures. Cama-i (pronounced Cha-my) is a Yupik and Alutiiq word for "welcome," and "hello," and encompasses the spirit in which this room was created.

Fry Bread with AKNOS
Monday, March 21, 5-8 p.m.
Come enjoy making your own fry bread with members of the AK Native Oratory Society.

Mental Health Moments with a Bang
Tuesday, March 22, 5-7 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons Grand Hallway
Learn stress relievers and other helpful information to help get you through the rest of the semester.

Journal Decorating
Tuesday, March 22, 5-9 p.m.
Make your own original cover for a journal. Materials will be provided.

St. Lawrence Island Dance Practice
Tuesday, March 22, 7-9 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons
Join the St. Lawrence Island Dancers by watching or taking part in their dance practice. Open to all visitors. Meets twice weekly, on Tuesday and Thursdays, through the remainder of the semester.

The Reality of Being a Parent
Tuesday, March 22, 9-10 p.m.
Pick up lessons for the future or learn about what it's like for parents everywhere. Watch a show that explores what young mommies and daddies go through during their first year of parenthood. Meets every Tuesday through the end of the semester.

Game Mania: Board Games and Wii
Wednesday, March 23, 5-11:45 p.m.
Come and try a variety of Wii games.
Meets every Wednesday through the end of the semester.

Yupik Dance Practice
Wednesday, March 23, 7-9 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons
All are invited to participate in the weekly dance group practice for Ingrimiut: People of the Mountains. They are a Yupik dance group led by Ossie Kairaiuak. Sponsored by Residence Life, ANROP, Conference Services and Parking Services. Meets every Wednesday through the end of the semester.

Sharing Traditions
Thursday, March 24, 5-7 p.m.
Sharing Traditions will be offered each Thursday through the end of the semester.

St. Lawrence Island Dance Practice
Thursday, March 24, 7-9 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons
Join the St. Lawrence Island Dancers by watching or taking part in their dance practice. Open to all visitors. Meets twice weekly, on Tuesday and Thursdays, through the remainder of the semester.

"Take Wings," Community Potluck
Friday, March 25, 6 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons, Room 107
Meet high school students from Southwest Alaska and enjoy Alaska Native food.

Karaoke
Friday, March 25, 9:30-11:30 p.m.
Gorsuch Commons
Meets the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Friday of each month until the end of the semester.

These events are presented by the Department of Residence Life and the Alaska Native and Rural Outreach Program (ANROP). For more information about this or other ANROP/Cama-i Room events, please contact the ANROP coordinator, Karla Booth, at (907) 751-7452 or e-mail ankhb@uaa.alaska.edu. You can also visit the Residence Life website.