On this Monday (26), the Convention Center of UFSM hosted the comedian, actor, and content creator Índio Behn (Moisés Serva Bem), who enchanted the audience with laughter during his show "How to be Toxic and Influence People". The sold-out performance is part of the Public Servant Week program, promoted by the Vice-Rectorate of People Management (PROGEP).
Public Servant Week has been held at UFSM since 2010, aiming to honor active and retired public servants by providing moments of reflection, information, and integration. Rector Martha Adaime highlighted the importance of valuing professionals who daily contribute to the University's operation. "This is a time for celebration, recognition, but above all, affection, humor, and it will strengthen our bonds," she stated.
The Vice-Rector of People Management, Frank Leonardo Casado, explained why comedian Índio Behn was chosen for this integration moment. "One of our goals this week is to improve integration and bring a bit of a lighter life. That's why we chose Índio Behn, who naturally made us laugh and reflect a little on how life can also be happier and more joyful," he commented.
How to be Toxic and Influence People
With approximately 700,000 followers on Instagram, Índio Behn portrays Dr. Rosângela and various characters in his humor and entertainment videos. To the audience present at the Convention Center on Monday, Dr. Rosângela revealed her simple goal: "To make you a little worse."
The character took the stage amidst a light show with "Toxic" by Britney Spears playing on the speakers. The set and costume made reference to radioactive chemical materials.stand-upThe show brought irony to everyday themes, such as adult issues, work, and relationships. Throughout the performance, the character stated that the audience would learn how to improve their own lives, while making others' lives worse.
The moment, which provided the audience with many laughs, is crucial amidst the chaos of daily routines, according to the comedian. "For those of us who work, these moments are very important, especially when the goal is simply to have fun. These actions bring lightness to those who work, making them feel valued," Índio emphasized.
Among the spectators was Rosa Lira, a retired server from UFSM, who worked in the graduate school's secretariat in Pharmacy, at the Health Sciences Center (CCS). A fan of the character on social media, she approved of the show and highlighted the opportunity to unwind. "It was wonderful, there's no other way to say it. It was a moment when I not only de-stressed but also laughed a lot with my colleagues," Rosa shared.
The program continues throughout the week.
The Employee Week brings together a series of activities aimed at technical-administrative staff and active and retired professors from the University's four campuses. The program also includes moments open to the general community, such as Dr. Rosângela's performance.
The rector emphasized that the program was designed to allow employees to slow down and enjoy moments of companionship. She also reminded everyone that the University's excellence depends on the collective work of all professionals, including laboratories, libraries, and administrative sectors."Everything we do with a lot of engagement and commitment, we are doing for our country," Martha stated.
The pro-rector also emphasized the importance of the other activities of the week to strengthen the integration among the staff and recognize the work carried out at the Institution.
Thescheduleruns until Friday (30), with integration and celebration activities. Among them are the retired meeting Revivência, scheduled for this Tuesday (27), and the dinner-dance promoted by ASSUFSM, on Friday (30).
More information onthe PROGEP Instagram page.
Text: Ellen Schwade, Journalism student, scholarship holder of the News Agency
Photos: Giulia Maffini, editorial production student, scholarship holder at the News Agency.
Editing: Ricardo Bonfanti, journalist.