Forum to discuss Olympic games and social change

Today the Annual Human Rights Leadership Forum will be held in Blackman Auditorium at 9 a.m. The event will honor more than 500 students who have spent at least one year reducing prejudice and violence within their schools and local communities. This year’s theme, “Human Rights and the Olympics,” will bring together social justice activists from diverse backgrounds to speak on various aspects of approaching Beijing Olympic Games. During the forum, four schools or groups will receive awards for their efforts and service to their community. The event is part of a two-day forum that will give participants the chance to discuss the Olympics and its role in promoting social justice and human rights.

– Michele Richinik, News staff

Programs offer harmony for NU members

The Sacred Space will offer a variety of summer programs as Summer I and II kick off. Starting today, and running every Wednesday until August 13, students can learn to channel their inner zen with free, weekly, half-hour, guided meditation sessions beginning at 3 p.m. Cushions will be provided, and the event is open to all Northeastern community members. The Sacred Space will also host a free, open yoga session Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. In addition, the center will hold two regularly scheduled yoga classes. For the Summer I session, they will run May 21 – June 25, and July 2 – August 6 for Summer II. There will be classes at noon and 5:30 p.m. Registration for the Summer I classes begins May 12 at 8:30 a.m. and will cost $30 for Northeastern students and $60 for faculty. Class prices will be at a reduced cost for those who register for both sessions – $36 for students and $96 for faculty. For more information, contact the Spiritual Life Center office at [email protected].

– Anne Baker, News staff