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Saïd Sayrafiezadeh

Virtual

Join us for a zoom reading and Q&A with author Saïd Sayrafiezadeh. Saïd Sayrafiezadeh is the author, most recently, of the story collection, American Estrangement. His memoir, When Skateboards Will Be Free, was selected as one of the 10 best books of the year by Dwight Garner of The New York Times, and his story collection, Brief Encounters With the Enemy, was a finalist for the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Fiction Prize. His writing has appeared in The New Yorker, The Paris Review, The Best American Short Stories, Granta, McSweeney’s, The New York Times, and New American Stories, among other publications. He is the recipient of a Whiting Writers’ Award for nonfiction and a Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers’ fiction fellowship.

Free and open to the public, but registration is required.

Atlantics Virtual Panel Discussion

Virtual

Join us for a World Cinema Series zoom discussion illuminating the theme “Living on the Edge: Displacement, Identity, and Resilience” by analyzing the message and impact of the 2019 film, Atlantics. Atlantics (French: Atlantique) is a internationally co-produced supernatural romantic drama film directed by Mati Diop, in her feature directorial debut. It was selected to compete for the Palme d’Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival. Diop made history when the film premiered at Cannes, becoming the first Black woman to direct a film featured in competition at the festival.

Join Us As We Honor Our Veterans

Erlanger Gardens

Join Us As We Honor Our Veterans Veterans Day November 11, 2021 11 a.m. Erlanger Gardens * Monmouth University *Rain Location: Anacon A Featuring a performance by: Long Branch High School JROTC Guest Speaker: Monmouth Student Veteran John Feniello

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Self-Publishing, Step-by-Step

Virtual

This two-session virtual course taught by Christy Schmidt, provides participants with a complete roadmap to guide them through the self-publishing process.

$35 (for two sessions)

Interdisciplinary Conference on Race (Virtual Meeting)

The Interdisciplinary Conference on Race: Researching and Teaching on Race 8:30 a.m.: Panel, “Equity, Standard English, and Writing Instruction” 10:05 a.m.: Panel, “Politics and Social Change” 11:40 a.m.: Panel, “Praxis and Advocacy” 1:15 p.m.: Panel, “Language, Arts, and Culture” 2:50 p.m.: Participant Roundtable and Reflection

9th Annual Social Work Alumni Lecture: Intergenerational Partnerships with Universities

Intergenerational Partnerships with Universities: Advancing Age Inclusivity in Higher Education Presented by Faculty Lecturer: Jeanne M. Koller, Ph.D., MSW, LCSW 2021 Alumni Award Winner: Ekta Shah ’13 ’14 All Monmouth BSW and MSW alumni are cordially invited to our 9th Annual Alumni Lecture! This year’s event celebrates the launch of our new Certificate in Aging, […]

Fulbright U.S. Student Program Info Session

Virtual

Are you a Monmouth University student or recent graduate curious about opportunities to conduct research or teach English abroad after graduation? Are you interested in exploring other cultures and in advancing knowledge and understanding across communities and nations? Join us to learn about the mission of the Fulbright program, types of grants you may pursue, […]

Tuesday Night Record Club: Simon and Garfunkel, Bridge over Troubled Water

Virtual

It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss. This event will feature Simon and Garfunkel, Bridge over Troubled Water.

Free and open to the public

Online De-Stress Session with Certified Yoga and Meditation Instructor Dhan Goboori ’04M

Please note: registration has closed for this event. If you have any questions, please contact The Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving at alumni@monmouth.edu This guided de-stress session will include the following: Desktop Yoga (to remove stress/strain from head/face/eyes, neck, shoulders and hands) Relaxing Breathing Technique Followed by a Guided Meditation Learn about The […]