Events

Saving Our Own: Approaches to Suicide Prevention and PTSD for Law Enforcement Executives
2018-04-02 08:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Anacon Hall, 2nd Floor, Student Center

Blood Drive
2018-04-03 11:00 - 18:00 | Anacon Hall, 2nd Floor, Student Center

Artist Talk with Chris Clavio
2018-04-03 16:30 - 19:00 | The Great Hall Auditorium
Chris Clavio is an Electronic Artist and Entrepreneur living and working in Santa Fe, NM. His work explores the sublime and perception using light, sound, and interactive environments. Currently he is the Director of IT and Electrical Infrastructure Systems for the artist collective Meow Wolf.
Clavio has shown work across the United States, most recently in Pittsburgh, PA, with Energy Flow, a project in collaboration with Andrea Polli that highlights the Rachel Carson bridge with wind-turbine powered LEDs. His current projects integrate several software platforms and various hardware configurations to create immersive and interactive environments that stimulate the senses in order to evoke the imagination and push the limits of our perceived reality.
More info: www.clavionline.com

Straight Talk on #FakeNews
2018-04-03 18:00 - 19:30 | The Great Hall Auditorium
What is the difference between #FakeNews and fake news? Attempts to undermine the credibility of news reports can weaken an essential pillar of a healthy democracy. A panel of professionals will discuss the current environment and future of the Fourth Estate from the perspectives of print media, broadcasting, and data reporting. The forum will include an opportunity for audience Q&A.
Sponsored by the Monmouth University Polling Institute, Department of Communication, Monmouth Oral Communication Center (MOCC), Wayne D. McMurray School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Panelists

Jack Ford is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, documentary producer, prominent trial attorney, author, and professor. He is currently a CBS News Correspondent for “60 Minutes Sports” and Host of “Metro Focus” on PBS (WNET-New York). He is also the Co-Founder and Chief Anchor of the American Education Network and a consultant for the NCAA. Mr. Ford was an original anchor at the launch of Court TV and was Chief Legal Correspondent at NBC News. Mr. Ford has been awarded five honorary degrees, recognizing his professional accomplishments and his extensive public service work.

Katie Jennings is a reporter for POLITICO New Jersey. She writes about policy and politics with a focus on health care. Previously, she worked with a team from Columbia Journalism School on a year-long investigation into ExxonMobil’s internal climate change knowledge, which was published in collaboration with the Los Angeles Times in 2015. Her investigation into a secretive committee convened by the American Medical Association that helps determine how much Medicare should pay doctors was published in POLITICO Magazine in 2014.

Patrick Murray was named the founding director of the Monmouth University Polling Institute in 2005. In that short time, the Monmouth University Poll has established itself as one of the nation’s leading independent survey research centers, earning an A+ rating from FiveThirtyEight.com, making it one of only five polling organizations out of nearly 400 nationally to receive this top grade. Murray frequently appears as a commentator on national and regional TV and radio. During federal election years, he also serves as an exit poll analyst for the NBC News Decision Desk.

Michael Phillips-Anderson is an Associate Professor of Communication at Monmouth University. He is concerned with the role of public discourse in the creation of active citizenship. His teaching and writing examine historical and contemporary public address, new media and political rhetoric, and the strategic use of humor. He is currently writing a book about comedians who have performed satirical presidential campaigns.

Julius Caesar
2018-04-05 19:30 - 23:00 | Pollak Theatre
Ben Whishaw (The Danish Girl, Skyfall, Hamlet) and Michelle Fairley (Fortitude, Game of Thrones) play Brutus and Cassius, David Calder (The Lost City of Z, The Hatton Garden Job) plays Caesar and David Morrissey (The Missing, Hangmen, The Walking Dead) is Mark Antony. Broadcast live from The Bridge Theatre, London.
Caesar returns in triumph to Rome and the people pour out of their homes to celebrate. Alarmed by the autocrat’s popularity, the educated élite conspire to bring him down. After his assassination, civil war erupts on the streets of the capital.
Nicholas Hytner’s production will thrust the audience into the street party that greets Caesar’s return, the congress that witnesses his murder, the rally that assembles for his funeral and the chaos that explodes in its wake.
Run Time: 180 minutes

Second Senior Show: Graphic Design
2018-04-06 10:00 - 2018-04-13 17:00 | Joan and Robert Rechnitz Hall
Featuring the work of Monmouth University graduating seniors who will receive their degrees in Graphic Design.

Marlon James
2018-04-09 16:30 - 19:00 | The Great Hall Auditorium
Marlon James was born in Jamaica in 1970. His recent novel A Brief History of Seven Killings won the 2015 Man Booker Prize. It was also a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award and won the OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean
Literature for fiction, the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award for fiction, and the Minnesota Book Award. It was also a New York Times Notable Book. James is also the author of The Book of Night Women, which won the 2010 Dayton Literary Peace Prize and the Minnesota Book Award, and was a finalist for the 2010 National Book Critics Circle Award in fiction and an NAACP Image Award. His first novel, John Crow’s Devil, was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for first fiction and the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize, and was a New York Times Editors’ Choice. James lives in Minneapolis.

Human Capital
2018-04-09 19:30 - 23:59 | Pollak Theatre
(Director:
Paolo Virzi 2013) Dino Ossola, a small-time real estate agent who dreams of
bigger things; Serena Ossola, his teenage daughter who dates a spoiled rich
brat; Carla Bruneschi, an actress who has given up her career to marry a
wealthy businessman; Massimiliano Giovanni Bernaschi, her husband, a powerful
player; Massimiliano Bernaschi, the troubled son of the Bernaschis; Roberta
Ossola, a psychologist, Dino’s second wife; Donato Russomano, a brilliant drama
teacher who is stuck on Carla; Luca Ambrosini, a teenager frowned upon by
others; an anonymous cyclist… They are all shareholders of the human capital.

Not Rated (111 minutes)

11th Annual Greta Singer Lecture in Clinical Social Work The Increasing Role of Social Workers in Disaster Response and Community Rebuilding
2018-04-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Anacon Hall, 2nd Floor, Student Center

TUESDAY NIGHT RECORD CLUB: Bruce Springsteen, Darkness on the Edge of Town
2018-04-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Pollak Theatre
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 in Woods Theatre to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss… there will be special guest moderators and panelists at each event!
This discussion will feature Bruce Springsteen Darkness on the Edge of Town. This event is free but registration is required.

Uber Whistleblower and Time “Silence Breaker” Susan Fowler to Speak at Monmouth University
2018-04-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Pollak Theatre
The Leon Hess Business School Presents the 2018 H.R. Young Endowed Lecture:
“The Adventures of Susan Fowler at Uber: Sexual Harassment in Silicon Valley”
Uber whistleblower Susan Fowler will give the 2018 H.R. Young Endowed Lecture: “The Adventures of Susan Fowler at Uber: Sexual Harassment in Silicon Valley” on Wednesday, April 11, at 3 p.m. in Pollak Theatre on the Monmouth University campus.
Susan Fowler graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in physics. Following jobs at two startup companies, she was hired by Uber as a site reliability engineer. She resigned after one year and published a blogpost detailing the harassment and discrimination she had experienced as a result of rejecting her manager’s sexual advances. Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigned and 20 employees were fired. Under Ariana Huffington’s supervision, Uber’s Board of Directors hired former attorney general Eric Holder and his law firm, which conducted an investigation and proposed sweeping changes.
In 2017, Fowler was recognized as the Financial Times Person of the Year and one of Time magazine’s persons of the year: “The Silence Breakers.” Her Uber adventures are the subject of an upcoming movie.
This free event is open to the public. RSVPs are not required for the lecture. Questions may be directed to Trish LaMarca at plamarca@monmouth.edu or 732-571-3423.

Bruce Springsteen's Darkness on the Edge of Town: An International Symposium
2018-04-12 - 2018-04-15
The Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music presents
Conference Theme: “Hard Truths in Hard Rock Settings”
The conference will be held from April 12-15, 2018, at Monmouth University. The festivities will include various live acts, as well as keynote addresses by rock critics and figures from the music industry.
Registration details and conference schedule coming soon!
If you are interested in submitting an abstract for the conference please click here for more information.

Special Film Screening and Panel Discussion: I Am Jane Doe
2018-04-12 10:00 - 12:30 | Pollak Theatre

MU Players present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2018-04-13 20:00 - 2018-04-16 23:59 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
Tickets for all performances of the MU Player’s 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee are SOLD OUT!
Fourth annual student produced musical. A celebration of student performers and designers all presented on the Woods Theatre stage.

Luisa Miller
2018-04-14 12:30 - 17:59 | Pollak Theatre
Plácido Domingo adds yet another role to his legendary Met career in
this rarely performed Verdi gem, a heart-wrenching tragedy of fatherly
love. Sonya Yoncheva sings the title role opposite Piotr Beczała in the
first Met performances of the opera in more than ten years. Bertrand de
Billy conducts.
Total runtime: 2 hours, 10 minutes

Giselle
2018-04-15 15:00 - 17:45 | Pollak Theatre
Music Adolphe Adam
Choreography Yuri Grigorovich
Cast Svetlana Zakharova (Giselle), Sergei Polunin (Albrecht)
When Giselle learns that her beloved Albrecht is promised to another woman, she dies of a broken heart in his arms. While Albrecht grieves, she returns from the dead as a Wili, a vengeful spirit meant to make unfaithful men dance until death…
Prima ballerina Svetlana Zakharova personifies this ultimate ballerina role in the classical repertoire, alongside the sensational Sergei Polunin as Albrecht, in this chilling, yet luminous ballet that continues to captivate audiences for over 150 years at the Bolshoi.
Total runtime: 2 hours, 20 minutes

CLASSICAL FUN
2018-04-17 19:30 - 23:00 | The Great Hall Auditorium
A joyous program of music by some of the greatest composers of all time presented by the Monmouth University Chamber Orchestra. This spring concert also features music for chamber ensembles from within the orchestra-solos, duos, trios and quintets.

eDNA: A Forensic Approach to Fish Detection
2018-04-18 11:30 - 13:30 | Club Dining, Magill Commons
Monmouth and Rockefeller universities are pioneering a marine life detection technique that holds the promise of being less expensive, more humane and more revealing than other longstanding scientific methods. Faculty and students from both institutions have been conducting research in water bodies along the New Jersey and New York coasts using environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling, an approach that allows scientists to confirm the presence of fish and other organisms by testing for trace amounts of genetic material that they shed into the water.
Join us for a free panel discussion that breaks down the science of eDNA and provides an update on what area waterways will be studied next. Pizza and refreshments will be served.
PANELISTS

Jason Adolf, Monmouth University Endowed Professor of Marine Science
Jesse Ausubel, Director, Rockefeller University Program for the Human Environment
Keith Dunton, Monmouth University Assistant Professor, Department of Biology
Mark Stoeckle, Senior Research Associate, Rockefeller University Program for the Human Environment

For more information, contact Karl Vilacoba at 732-571-3688 or kvilacob@monmouth.edu.

Spring 2018 Dance Concert - Artists Rising
2018-04-18 19:30 - 23:00 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
In collaboration with Student Scholarship Week, artists from the Spring Choreography Class will present their original works that they have spent the semester creating. Performances will also feature the choreographic explorations of the studio dance course and original works by faculty members. Join us to see dance artists rising at Monmouth University.

SPRING CHORAL CONCERT
2018-04-19 19:30 - 23:00 | The Great Hall
Enjoy an evening of music performances, by Monmouth University Choirs and soloists, in the magisterial space of Wilson Hall, Monmouth University. Come join us for a celebration of the rich tapestry of choral music in all its magnificence.

Senior Recital: Eva Michaylin
2018-04-21 19:00 - 21:00 | The Great Hall Auditorium
Eva Michaylin, a music industry major, will be performing her senior recital on Saturday, April 21st 2018 at Wilson Hall beginning at 7:00PM. She will be performing a variety of vocal selections including Classical, Jazz, Rock, Original Works and Musical Theatre. Light refreshments will be provided. All are invited.

Doo Wop Explosion III "A Celebration of Acapella Harmony"
2018-04-21 19:00 - 23:59 | Pollak Theatre
Doo Wop harmony returns to Pollak Theatre with another spectacular line-up of acapella groups. The evening’s line-up includes one of the East Coast’s top acapella groups Quiet Storm, who in addition to their own set will join international recording artist, songwriter and pianist, Gaynel Hodge on stage for a special performance. Gaynel Hodge co-wrote the 1950’s Platinum hit song, Earth Angel and is founding member and musical director ofsuch famous groups as The Platters, the Turks and The Hollywood Flames. Also performing are Joel & The Dynamics, featuring Joel Katz, who has sung with The Autumns, Cliftonaires, Del Satins, Impalas, Five Discs and others; Frankie & The Fashions who formed on a street corner in Philadelphia in the early 60’s by Frank LaFaro, who wrote their signature song What Do I Have To Do; Nostalgia 5, known for their complex vocal harmonies; Re-MemberThen, whose recent video singing in a train tunnel went viral, attracting 50,000 views; and 5/3 Woodland, entertainers extraordinaire known for mixing their great harmonies with a touch of humor.
[This line up is subject to change] produced by Classic Urban Harmonies

Gold Circle seats will include Preshow Meet & Greet Reception

Annual Student Exhibition
2018-04-22 10:00 - 2018-04-29 17:00 | Joan and Robert Rechnitz Hall
Featuring the select works by Monmouth University students in Photography, Graphic Design, Animation and Studio Art.

Così Fan Tutte (Encore)
2018-04-22 13:00 - 17:59 | Pollak Theatre
Phelim McDermott returns to the Met staging Mozart’s comedy Così fan tutte, led by David Robertson. Set in the 1950s on Coney Island, the cast features Amanda Majeski as the conflicted Fiordiligi; Serena Malfi as her sister, Dorabella; Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara as their feisty maid, Despina; Ben Bliss and Adam Plachetka as the sisters’ fiancés, Ferrando and Guglielmo; and Christopher Maltman as the cynical Don Alfonso. Così fan tutte is a co-production with the English National Opera.

Total runtime: 3 hours, 31 minutes

JAZZ CONCERT
2018-04-22 19:30 - 23:00 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
The Jazz Hawks will present a varied repertoire of Latin, Swing, Bebop and Ballads, showcasing some of the finest literature written for the big band! This student directed group, will surely brighten your day and will also present a few surprise performances as well!!

MONSTER BAND
2018-04-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
Monster Band is a student ensemble ‘reanimating’ classic pop music live. In this, the 3rd annual performance, the band will present music from the Wrecking Crew, the legendary L.A. studio band behind the hits of The Beach Boys, Mamas & the Papas, The Byrds, and a host of other ’50s and 60s pop stars.

Roger McGuinn
2018-04-25 20:00 - 23:00 | Pollak Theatre
Mr. Tambourine Man not only lived history, he made history with his fearless sense of experimentation. As the leader of the influential 60s group, The Byrds, he was on the leading edge, combining the rock beat of the Beatles with the folk sensibilities of Bob Dylan, to create the genre known as “folk-rock.” Roger’s solo career began in 1973 and has yielded 10 albums, a Grammy nomination, and extensive touring and performing for enthralled audiences ever since.

Senior Recital: Matthew Francis
2018-04-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
Matthew Francis, a Marine & Environmental Biology & Policy major, will be performing a Senior Recital on Saturday, April 28th at Woods Theatre at 11:00 AM. He will be performing solo trombone selections as well as small ensemble selections. Refreshments will be served, all are welcome.

Cendrillon
2018-04-28 13:00 - 17:59 | Pollak Theatre
Massenet’s enchanting opera Cendrillon, based on Cinderella, premieres at the Met conducted by Bertrand de Billy and directed by Laurent Pelly, whose Met credits include staging Donizetti’s La Fille du Régiment and Massenet’s Manon. Joyce DiDonato adds another role to her Met repertory as the title character, a role she has sung to acclaim at the Grand Teatre del Liceu, Santa Fe Opera, and Royal Opera, Covent Garden. The cast also stars Alice Coote as Prince Charmant, Stephanie Blythe as the evil stepmother Madame de la Haltière, Kathleen Kim as the Fée, and Laurent Naouri as Pandolfe. Cendrillon is produced in association with the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London; Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona; Théâtre Royal de La Monnaie, Brussels; and Opéra de Lille. This production was first performed at The Santa Fe Opera.
Total runtime: 2 hours, 47 minutes

Senior Recital: Cassandra Larrosa
2018-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Lauren K. Woods Theatre
Music Education major Cassandra Larrosa will be performing her Senior Recital on April 28th at 6:00 PM. The recital will take place in Lauren K. Woods Theatre. All are invited.
