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Writing Memoir (Advanced)

Virtual

This two-session virtual course taught by Mike Farragher (88), author of 4 books. The course builds on the wildly popular Intro to Memoir Writing workshops with an emphasis on character development, dialogue, and scene setting that will make any story a page turner. Practical lessons are interspersed with writing prompts to get the creativity going during this 2 week course. No prior writing experience needed and all levels welcome!

$50 (for two sessions)

Social Work Career Day

Anacon Hall A and B

Note: Registration is required for this event. Attention all aspiring helpers! Join us for our Social Work Career Day event where you’ll gain valuable insights into the rewarding field of social work. Don’t miss our enlightening career panel designed to give you a firsthand look into the world of social work. Mark your calendars and come […]

Why Americans Doubt Climate Science

Edison Atrium – Room 201

A presentation by Peter Jacques, Ph.D. In 2023, fifteen percent of surveyed Americans did not think climate change was happening, and 28 percent responded that warming was not caused by human activities. 22 percent were doubtful or dismissive of climate change. Why is this when over, according to a 2021 survey of climate experts found […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Research: How to Navigate with Generative AI

Virtual (Zoom)

The School of Education Instructional Technology Committee is happy to invite you to a webinar about using artificial intelligence tools for research and academic writing. All are welcome to attend. Presented by Ai Kamei, KC Lubniewski, and Serbay Zambak. Identify ways to use AI effectively for academic research and academic writing Explore tools to save time research planning, […]

Mary Gauthier w/ special guest Jaimee Harris

Pollak Theatre

As she has so eloquently accomplished over the past 25 years, acclaimed singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier has used her art once again to traverse the uncharted waters of the past few years. “I’m the kind of songwriter who writes what I see in the world right now,” she affirms. Her eleventh album, Dark Enough to See the Stars, follows the profound antidote to trauma, Rifles & Rosary Beads, her 2018 collaborative work with wounded Iraq war veterans. It garnered a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album, as well as a nomination for Album of the Year by the Americana Music Association. Publication of her first book, the illuminating Saved by a Song: The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting, in 2021, brought her more praise. Brandi Carlile has said, “Mary’s songwriting speaks to the tender aspects of our humanness. We need her voice in times like these more than we ever have.” The Associated Press called Gauthier “one of the best songwriters of her generation.”

$30 – $45

Supertramp’s Breakfast in America

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 Supertramp’s Breakfast in America.

Free and open to the public but registration is required

Leadership, Civility, and Common Ground in Politics and Public Service

The Great Hall Auditorium

  We Are Not Enemies, But Friends (Lincoln)Reclaiming Civility in Our Public Discourse Be Advised: This event has reached capacity. However, you can watch the event live using the following Zoom link. Welcome Moderators Panelists RSVP

Becoming Agents of Change (Postponed, New Date TBD)

Plangere Center for Communication, Room 235

Twenty students in Professor Deanna Shoemaker’s “Multicultural Voices: Page to Stage” course will present collaborative performances of published poetry and prose about the devastating impact of climate crisis in the Anthropocene. Co-sponsored by CommWorks: Students Committed to Performance.

Succeeding in the STEM and Medical Fields as a Person of Color

Edison Atrium – Room 201

Presented by STEM Up Students of Color Reception starting at 4:30 p.m. Panelists Tiffany Medley, Ph.D.—Senior Client Manager at Tetra Tech Paola Toro, Esq—Environmental Lawyer at Bressler Amery & Ross Zachary Lewish—Founder and President of Lewis Environmental Consulting Laura Branigan, DMD—Dentist and Small Business Owner