World at Western events include lectures on refugees, climate change

Curious what international events are happening at Western Washington University in the next couple of weeks? The Institution for Global Engagement has collected a number of events into its World at Western list for May 1 to 15:

• 4 to 5:30 p.m. May 2, Center for International Business, PH 441. Free.
  “How Can History Inform the Debate Between Developed and Emerging Economies on Intellectual Property?”
  Mike Peng of the Jindal School of Management at the University of Texas at Dallas will discuss intellectual property rights between the U.S. and China.
• Noon to 1:20 p.m. May 4, World Issues Forum, Fairhaven Auditorium. Free.
  “Unaccompanied Children in the United States: Refugees in Need of Protection”
  From Mexico and the Central American Northern Triangle, unaccompanied minors are fleeing from what is currently among the most violent regions in the world, seeking safety and protection in the United States. Examining the statistics of recent childhood arrivals in the U.S. proves the need for these minors to be treated as refugees and entitled to protection under international and domestic laws.
• 5:30 p.m. May 4, Reel World Film Series, VU 552. Free.
  "Vessel"
  Amid media frenzy, governmental, religious and military blockades, a Dutch pro-choice organization, Women on Waves, launches a project to provide abortions on a ship in offshore waters. Directed by Diana Whitten (2014). 90 minutes.
• Noon to 1:20 p.m. May 11, World Issues Forum, Fairhaven Auditorium. Free.
  “Idle No More: Freedom in an Era of Climate Change”
  Idle No More is one of the largest indigenous mass movements in Canadian history, including hundreds of teach-ins, rallies, and protests. This mass movement brought groups and allies to work against the current and pending governmental policy that impacts collective rights, social safety nets, and environmental protections.
• 2 to 2:50 p.m. May 11, Border Policy Institute, AW 406. Free.
  “The Fence & the Bridge: Geopolitics and Identity along the Canada - U.S. Border”
  Dr. Heather Nicol from Trent University will speak about her recent book on the historical development of the Canada - U.S. border security relationship.
• Through May 12, Western Gallery, Fine Arts Building. Free.
  "How Space Turns (Wie Raum Wird)"
  The exhibition “How Space Turns” brings together six artists from three continents. Emanating from different cultures, the artists’ diverse and unique installations share common approaches.