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SUMMARY:Future of Sports Marketing
DESCRIPTION:MARKETING WEEK FUTURE OF SPORTS MARKETING: Steve Scebelo is the founder of leading sports & licensing consulting firm\, REP Worldwide. He will discuss the world of sports marketing during the Western Marketing Association’s Marketing Week. From 5 to 6 p.m. in Room 212/214 of the Westside Classroom Building.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/future-of-sports-marketing/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center 212/214\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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SUMMARY:Dialogues on Democracy | Women and the Fight for Suffrage
DESCRIPTION:DIALOGUES ON DEMOCRACY – AGGRIEVED\, OPPRESSED AND FRAUDULENTLY DEPRIVED – WOMEN AND THE FIGHT FOR SUFFRAGE: Leslie Lindenauer\, Professor of History\, will discuss the long road to votes for women in the United States from noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth A. Haas Library on the Midtown campus. \nDialogues on Democracy is a series of talks about democracy\, elections\, and voting designed to inform\, pique curiosity\, stimulate conversation\, and inspire action. Presented by WCSU Library Services\, the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT)\, and is part of the 2024-25 Macricostas Experience.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/dialogues-on-democracy-women-and-the-fight-for-suffrage/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures,WOW
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SUMMARY:Accounting Society Presents Danbury VITA
DESCRIPTION:ACCOUNTING SOCIETY PRESENTS DANBURY VITA WITH MARILYN O’SHEA: Join the Accounting Society in a guest presentation with Marilyn O’Shea and Danbury VITA! VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) offers free tax preparation for individuals and families with tax opportunities for students. From 4 to 5 p.m. in Room 212/214 of the Westside Campus Center. \nThis is an excellent opportunity to meet with the local Danbury chapter and hear about the program as well as volunteer opportunities (great for Accounting Majors!) VITA  is a program that offers free tax help to low-income individuals\, providing students with hands-on experience in tax preparation. Volunteering with VITA is valuable for students as it enhances their practical accounting skills\, builds their resumes\, and fosters a sense of community service. It also offers an opportunity to network with professionals while making a tangible difference for those in need. We look forward to seeing you and some participating professors may offer extra credit for your support.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/accounting-society-presents-danbury-vita/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center 212/214\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T210000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Sustainable Land Use and Forestry
DESCRIPTION:THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE LAND USE AND FORESTRY:  \nSpeaker: Dr. Mitch Wagener \nProfessor of Biology\, Western CT State University \nMonday\, October 14\, 2024 \n6:45 p.m. check-in; 7 p.m. program \nRegister at: bit.ly/SustainableLandandForests \nHybrid meeting (in person and virtual) \nAt the October 14\, 2024\, program of Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County (HFFC) Dr. Mitch Wagener\, Climate Change educator and Professor of Biology at Western Connecticut State University\, will return to discuss sustainable land use and forestry. \nOur fate is strongly influenced by the ecological changes in our environment. As the world warms and the local climate and soil characteristics change\, trees and other large plants are affected. Alive\, those plants take in significant quantities of CO2 from the atmosphere\, but when they senesce and decompose\, that carbon is released\, which contributes to further climate change. Dr. Wagener will discuss how we can promote sustainable land use and protect the healthy\, growing forests that are vital to our future and to the future of the world’s grandchildren. \nDr. Wagener has been teaching ecology\, climate change and related courses at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury since 1996. In 2019\, he received the Aquarion Environmental Champion Award\, Individual Communication category. That same year Dr. Wagener received an official citation from the Connecticut General Assembly for his efforts in climate change education and community service. \nThis meeting is free and open to all. Join us at the Wilton (Connecticut) Quaker Meetinghouse for the presentation and come to the social hour beforehand. Gourmet pizza and refreshments will be served from 6:15-7 p.m. The presentation will start at 7 p.m. We will also be recording and broadcasting this meeting virtually via Zoom for anyone who is unable to join us in person. \nRegister at bit.ly/SustainableLandandForests to attend in person or to receive a link to participate online. \nThe Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County\, Connecticut (HFFC)\, espouses reason and compassion\, and seeks to promote humanism and free thought in our community. It holds general meetings\, film events\, book discussions\, solstice celebrations\, charitable activities\, and science roundtables. Learn more at h
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-future-of-sustainable-land-use-and-forestry/
LOCATION:Wilton Quaker Meetinghouse\, 317 New Canaan Road\, Wilton\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Virtual event
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SUMMARY:Dialogues on Democracy | Gender\, Race\, and 'Suburban Issues' in the 2024 Presidential Election
DESCRIPTION:DIALOGUES ON DEMOCRACY – GENDER\, RACE AND ‘SUBURBAN ISSUES’ IN THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: H. Howell Williams\, Professor of Political Science\, will discuss the concerns and controversies driving voter engagement in the upcoming election from noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth A. Haas Library on the Midtown campus. \nDialogues on Democracy is a series of talks about democracy\, elections\, and voting designed to inform\, pique curiosity\, stimulate conversation\, and inspire action. Presented by WCSU Library Services\, the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT)\, and is part of the 2024-25 Macricostas Experience.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/dialogues-on-democracy-gender-race-and-suburban-issues-in-the-2024-presidential-election/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures,WOW
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T170000
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SUMMARY:Accounting Society Presents PKF O'Connor Davies
DESCRIPTION:ACCOUNTING SOCIETY PRESENTS PKF O’CONNOR DAVIES WITH MICHAEL F. GANINO CPA\, CFE: Join the Accounting Society in a guest presentation with Michael F. Ganino CPA\, CFE from PKF O’Connor Davies! PKF O’Connor Davies is a small to medium top-tier accounting\, tax and advisory practice based in Shelton. From 4 to 5 p.m. in Room 212/214 of the Westside Campus Center.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/accounting-society-presents-pkf-oconnor-davies/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center 212/214\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T130000
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SUMMARY:Dialogues on Democracy | Responsible Reporting
DESCRIPTION:DIALOGUES ON DEMOCRACY – RESPONSIBLE REPORTING – COVERING ELECTIONS AND CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES WITH INTEGRITY: JC Barone and his Election Connection student producers will discuss the challenges of live reporting and mis/disinformation in politics from noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth A. Haas Library on the Midtown campus. \nDialogues on Democracy is a series of talks about democracy\, elections\, and voting designed to inform\, pique curiosity\, stimulate conversation\, and inspire action. Presented by WCSU Library Services\, the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT)\, and part of the 2024-25 Macricostas Experience.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/dialogues-on-democracy-responsible-reporting-covering-elections-and-controversial-issues-with-integrity/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T120000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month: The Baroque in Latin America
DESCRIPTION:THE BAROQUE IN LATIN AMERICA: Professor Roberto I. Diaz\, University of Southern California\, will deliver a remote talk at 11 a.m.  via WebEx entitled “ The Baroque in Latin America.” The talk will be in Spanish. \nJoin the virtual talk at https://wcsu.webex.com/wcsu/j.php?MTID=m81c4dc4cd8076b331ae106b622b9b96c
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-baroque-in-latin-america/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T190000
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SUMMARY:2024 Virtual CT Lake Symposia
DESCRIPTION:2024 VIRTUAL CONNECTICUT LAKE SYMPOSIA: In continuation of the series that began in 2019\, the Western Connecticut State University Department of Biology\, in collaboration with the Connecticut Federation of Lakes and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, will host three virtual 2024 Regional Lake Communities Symposia: “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut & Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Sept. 23; “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Oct. 21; and “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” at 7 p.m. on Monday\, Nov. 18. To register\, visit www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. \nThe Sept. 23 discussion about “The March of Hydrilla in Connecticut” and “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla” will feature WCSU Limnology Instructor Larry Marsicano\, Brawley Consulting Group LLC; Greg Bugbee\, Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, Office of Aquatic Invasive Species\, who will address “The March of Hydrilla” and Dr. Benjamine P. Sperry\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\, Engineer Research and Development Center\, who will speak about “Reclaiming the Connecticut River from Hydrilla.” A question-and-answer session will follow. \nOn Oct. 21\, the topic will be “Aquatic Invasive Species Grants in Connecticut.” Marsicano will be joined by Matthew Goclowski\, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, Fisheries Division and AIS Grants Oversight Committee\, who will share “Five Years into Grants for the Control of Aquatic Invasive Species in Connecticut.” A discussion will follow by lake and river community stakeholders about their projects funded through the Connecticut Lakes\, Rivers\, Ponds Preservation account. \nFinally\, on Nov. 18\, “Managing Aquatics Invasive Plants” will be the focus of discussion. Marsicano will be joined by Jeff Arpin and Al Fichtel from the Amston Lake District\, who will discuss “Thwarting the Spread of Eurasian Watermilfoil at Amston Lake in Hebron\, Lebanon and Colchester\, Connecticut.” Also on the program will be Dr. Ken Wagner\, Water Resource Services\, who will speak about “Putting the RAPID in Rapid Response: Considerations for Effective Reaction to Aquatic Invasive Species.” Following an audience Q&A\, WestConn Professor of Biology Dr. Theodora Pinou will deliver closing remarks and next steps. \nThe symposia are free and the public is invited to join in via WebEx. Registration is required at www.wcsu.edu/biology/lake-symposium-2024/. A custom link will be sent via email to pre-registrants on the day of the event. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/2024-virtual-ct-lake-symposia/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures,Panel discussion,Public Events,Science,Speaker,Virtual event,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist Lecture
DESCRIPTION:VISITING ARTIST LECTURE\, MARIA DE LOS ANGELES – INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST:\nWed\, Sept 18\, 2024\, 11 a.m. \nVisual & Performing Arts Center\nWCSU\, Westside Campus\, room 144\nFree & Open to the Public\nLimited Seating Available \nMaria De Los Angeles is a Mexican-born\, American artist. She addresses ideas of migration\, belonging\, and identity through drawing\, painting\, printmaking\, and wearable sculptures. She holds an MFA from Yale and a BFA from Pratt. In 2015\, she was awarded the Blair Dickinson Memorial Prize by the Yale School of Art. In 2023\, she received the William Aguilar Cultural Award from the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education for her artwork and role within her communities. Currently\, she is Critic and Acting Director of Graduate Studies for Painting and Printmaking at Yale. \nMaria has been an artist in residence at Sun Valley Museum of Art\, Anderson Ranch Arts Center\, MASS MOCA\, El Museo del Barrio\, LA County Museum of Art\, Monira Foundation\, and Schneider Museum of Art. Recent solo exhibitions include the Schneider Museum of Art\, the Museum of Sonoma County\, and Goggleworks. Recent group exhibitions include Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center\, LACMA\, San Diego Mesa College\, and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art\, where her work was featured in “We the People: The Radical Notions of Democracy”. \nMaria has created public murals in California for Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital\, Santa Rosa Junior College\, Glen Ellen\, and Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Her works are in the permanent collections of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art\, Museum of Sonoma County\, San Diego Mesa College\, and Smith College\, among others. @delosangelesart
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/visiting-artist-lecture-3/
LOCATION:VPAC Room 144\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Art,Lectures,Visual & Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T170000
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Grief
DESCRIPTION:DEALING WITH GRIEF: The School of Professional Studies will present Dr. Marianne Bette to discuss “Dealing with Grief” at 4 p.m. in the Student Center Theater on the Midtown campus. \nBette is a retired 40+-year family physician from Southbury who has suffered profound losses in her life and has counseled grieving patients throughout her medical career. She has written two books on loss and grieving: “Living with a Dead Man: A Story of Love\,” that chronicles her first husband’s battle with cancer\, and her current book\, “Living with a Grieving Heart: Thoughts from a Grief Warrior\,” a personal story of her transformative journey from heartbreak to gratitude and how she reclaimed the exuberance of life. \nDr. Joan Palladino\, Dean of WestConn’s School of Professional Studies\, invited Bette to speak to students and the larger community. \n“We are having Dr. Bette come and talk about dealing with grief because it is important to learn how to deal with it\,” Palladino said. The professions in our School of Professional Studies — Nursing\, Social Work and Criminal Justice — experience grief in their jobs on a regular basis. They not only have to help others deal with a loss\, but also have to find ways to manage grief on the job within their own lives.” \nBette was a clinical professor at the University of Connecticut for 25 years\, lecturing medical students\, nurses\, practitioners and residents; presented at Grand Rounds at UCONN Medical Center where she addressed family medicine residents and faculty; and has spoken at various American Academy of Family Physicians conferences in the United States. Her article\, “Navigating Grief and Finding Calm Amidst the Storm\,” has been published in various state American Academy of Family Physicians health journals. She also has appeared on local news shows\, recorded numerous podcasts\, and spoken at libraries\, community centers\, churches\, and grief groups to share her story and knowledge with a wider audience to help others understand and navigate the grieving process and embrace life again. Through her professional career and her personal losses\, Bette inspires others with her extraordinary insight and encouragement in placing an emphasis on LIVING to help them move forward in finding happiness and fulfillment after loss.” \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/dealing-with-grief/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center Theater\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T190000
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SUMMARY:Actionable Solutions for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:ACTIONABLE SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: Join us at the Danbury Library from 6 to 7 p.m. for a thought-provoking lecture series designed to empower you with actionable solutions for a sustainable future. Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department will delve into key areas outlined in Operation Drawdown\, a groundbreaking project exploring practical ways to reverse global warming.\n\nDr. Wagener will present three engaging talks\, each focusing on a crucial aspect of building a more sustainable tomorrow:\n\nJuly 9: The Future of Forestry: Explore the critical role forests play in mitigating climate change and how sustainable forestry practices can make a significant impact.\n\nJuly 16: The Future of Alternative Technology: Discover cutting-edge technologies that promise to reduce our carbon footprint and drive the transition to renewable energy sources.\n\nJuly 23: The Future of Social Institutions: Understand how social institutions can adapt and evolve to support sustainable practices and foster environmental stewardship.\n\nThis series is ideal for adults and teens (ages 13 and up) who are passionate about environmental issues and eager to learn about practical solutions.\n\nEvent DetailsWhen: 6 – 7 p.m.\, Tuesday\, July 9\, 16 and 23Where: MakerLab\, Danbury Library\, 170 Main St\, Danbury\, ConnecticutContact: For more information\, call (203) 797-4505.\nRegistration is required\, so make sure to reserve your spot for this informative and inspiring event.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into creating a sustainable future. Add this event to your calendar and join us at the Danbury Library! Register at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=99075
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/actionable-solutions-for-a-sustainable-future/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Public Events,Science
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SUMMARY:Actionable Solutions for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:ACTIONABLE SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: Join us at the Danbury Library from 6 to 7 p.m. for a thought-provoking lecture series designed to empower you with actionable solutions for a sustainable future. Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department will delve into key areas outlined in Operation Drawdown\, a groundbreaking project exploring practical ways to reverse global warming.\n\nDr. Wagener will present three engaging talks\, each focusing on a crucial aspect of building a more sustainable tomorrow:\n\nJuly 9: The Future of Forestry: Explore the critical role forests play in mitigating climate change and how sustainable forestry practices can make a significant impact.\n\nJuly 16: The Future of Alternative Technology: Discover cutting-edge technologies that promise to reduce our carbon footprint and drive the transition to renewable energy sources.\n\nJuly 23: The Future of Social Institutions: Understand how social institutions can adapt and evolve to support sustainable practices and foster environmental stewardship.\n\nThis series is ideal for adults and teens (ages 13 and up) who are passionate about environmental issues and eager to learn about practical solutions.\n\nEvent DetailsWhen: 6 – 7 p.m.\, Tuesday\, July 9\, 16 and 23Where: MakerLab\, Danbury Library\, 170 Main St\, Danbury\, ConnecticutContact: For more information\, call (203) 797-4505.\nRegistration is required\, so make sure to reserve your spot for this informative and inspiring event.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into creating a sustainable future. Add this event to your calendar and join us at the Danbury Library! Register at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=99075
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/actionable-solutions-for-a-sustainable-future/2024-07-16/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Public Events,Science
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T190000
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SUMMARY:Actionable Solutions for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:ACTIONABLE SOLUTIONS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: Join us at the Danbury Library from 6 to 7 p.m. for a thought-provoking lecture series designed to empower you with actionable solutions for a sustainable future. Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department will delve into key areas outlined in Operation Drawdown\, a groundbreaking project exploring practical ways to reverse global warming.\n\nDr. Wagener will present three engaging talks\, each focusing on a crucial aspect of building a more sustainable tomorrow:\n\nJuly 9: The Future of Forestry: Explore the critical role forests play in mitigating climate change and how sustainable forestry practices can make a significant impact.\n\nJuly 16: The Future of Alternative Technology: Discover cutting-edge technologies that promise to reduce our carbon footprint and drive the transition to renewable energy sources.\n\nJuly 23: The Future of Social Institutions: Understand how social institutions can adapt and evolve to support sustainable practices and foster environmental stewardship.\n\nThis series is ideal for adults and teens (ages 13 and up) who are passionate about environmental issues and eager to learn about practical solutions.\n\nEvent DetailsWhen: 6 – 7 p.m.\, Tuesday\, July 9\, 16 and 23Where: MakerLab\, Danbury Library\, 170 Main St\, Danbury\, ConnecticutContact: For more information\, call (203) 797-4505.\nRegistration is required\, so make sure to reserve your spot for this informative and inspiring event.\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into creating a sustainable future. Add this event to your calendar and join us at the Danbury Library! Register at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=99075
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/actionable-solutions-for-a-sustainable-future/2024-07-09/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Public Events,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T155111Z
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SUMMARY:Western Research Day
DESCRIPTION:WESTERN RESEARCH DAY: Western Research Day\, an annual event where WCSU undergraduate and graduate students officially present their research and other creative projects\, will be held on Friday\, May 3\, and the public is invited to attend to learn from this scholarship and hear keynote speaker Dr. Albert Garcia-Romeu. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Science Building on the Midtown campus. Awards will be presented to students receiving the highest score for their work and presentations. The day’s schedule will feature Opening Remarks and Keynote Address at 10 a.m.\, Poster Session from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\, Light Refreshments from 12:30 to 1 p.m.\, and Closing Remarks and Provost Awards from 1 to 1:30 p.m. The public is invited. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/western-research-day-2/
LOCATION:Science Building\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Conference,Exhibition,Lectures,Public Events,Science,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240312T183352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T183352Z
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SUMMARY:MFA Visiting Artist Lecture
DESCRIPTION:VISITING ARTIST LECTURE WITH JUDY GLANTZMAN\, INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST: At 11 a.m. in Visual & Performing Arts Center\, room 144\, WCSU\, Westside campus. Free and open to the public; limited seating available- RSVP required at www.eventbrite.com/e/visiting-artist-lecture-judy-glantzman-interdisciplinary-artist-tickets-851131576457. \nJudy Glantzman is an interdisciplinary artist and a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design. Exhibiting since 1983\, she first received critical attention for early shows in the East Village at Civilian Warfare and Gracie Mansion\, then later with Blum Helman and Hirschl & Adler Modern. Since 2006\, she has been represented by the Betty Cuningham Gallery. She has taught at RISD\, New York Studio School\, MICA\, and Purchase College. In 2018\, she was Artist in Residence at Dartmouth College. \nGlantzman’s work has been shown and reviewed throughout the U.S. and internationally in Germany\, Italy\, the Netherlands\, and Canada. She was honored by The Dactyl Foundation in NYC with a thirty-year retrospective in 2009. Her 2019 solo show at Betty Cuningham Gallery was a forty-year retrospective\, which inspired a public interview with art historian Jennifer Samet\, later published in Hyperallergic. \nGlantzman’s numerous awards include a Guggenheim Fellowship; two NY Foundation for the Arts grants; a Pollock Krasner Foundation grant; Anonymous Was a Woman Foundation grant; and a NY Artist Space Exhibition grant. In 2018\, she was elected to the National Academy of Design. Her works are in many private and public collections\, including the Whitney Museum of American Art; Phoenix Art Museum; Tampa Museum of Art; Weatherspoon Art Museum; and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/mfa-visiting-artist-lecture/
LOCATION:Visual & Performing Arts Center\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811
CATEGORIES:Art,Lectures,Visual & Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240326T145113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T132528Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:EARTH DAY: Celebrate Earth Day with the WCSU Libraries! We are collaborating with CELT\, Roots & Shoots\, Jane Goodall Center\, Property Management\, Conference & Event Management\, Student Affairs\, and others to host a full day (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) of learning\, activities\, talks\, and fun! Featuring upcycled crafts\, Citizen Science kits\, electronics recycling\, tours of the permaculture garden\, library resources displays\, plant swaps\, faculty discussions\, and much more. \nEvents will be held at both the Ruth A. Haas Library\, WCSU Midtown campus\, 181 White St. in Danbury\, and the Robert S. Young Library located in the Westside Classroom Building on the WCSU Westside campus\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. The dinner and movie at 5 p.m. require a fee and reservation at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-wcsu-libraries. The rest of the activities are free. \nPlanned events include: \nAll day – Food Pantry Donations  \nSupport the WCSU food pantry by bringing shelf-table items to the libraries. For each item you bring\, you’ll receive one ticket to enter a drawing to win four tickets to The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus\, and Young Library\, Westside campus. \nAll day – Seed Balls\nCreate seed balls to toss in your garden. Using a bit of clay\, some dirt\, a pinch of compost starter\, and a packet of wildflower seeds\, create a couple of seed balls to help our local pollinators out this year. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus\, and Young Library\, Westside campus. \nAll day – Up-Cycled Origami\nCreate some beautiful origami flowers and animals using paper we’ve recycled from discarded books. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus\, and Young Library\, Westside campus. \n9 to 11 a.m. – Electronics Recycling. Organized by Property Management.\nDrop off your used electronics for recycling. For each electronic item you drop off\, you’ll receive one ticket to enter a drawing to win four tickets to The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. For a list of allowed and disallowed items\, visit https://libguides.wcsu.edu/ld.php?content_id=76123681. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus\, and Young Library\, Westside campus. \n9 to 11 a.m. – Plant Swap. Organized by Rainy Day Paperback Exchange.\nCome pick up a plant and maybe a mystery read. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus. \n11 a.m. to noon – “Climate Science – How we will survive on a warming planet” presented by Professor of Biology Dr. Mitch Wagener. “Humans are part of nature\, organisms within ecosystems. When extreme events occur in nature\, they affect us\, along with moose\, flying squirrels\, and all the rest. Enough information is available for us to begin to understand these things. Acceptance\, understanding\, concern\, and finally action are the steps towards addressing the problems we have. I believe that we must clean up our own messes\, just as our parents told us to do. I believe that our grandchildren have the right to a livable future.” Location: Haas Library\, 1st floor\, Midtown campus. \nNoon to 2 p.m. – Permaculture Garden Tours. Hosted by Roots & Shoots.\nDid you know we have a Permaculture Garden on the Midtown campus? The mission is to reconnect our community with the land\, understand where our food comes from and how it gets to our plates\, and learn about healthy and humane eating. Location: Meet at Haas Library and walk over to Science Building\, Midtown campus. \n2 to 3 p.m. – “Jane Goodall Center” with Associate Professor of Biology Dr. Hannah Reynolds\, who will speak about the work of the Jane Goodall Center\, the Permaculture Garden\, and challenges facing home gardeners. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus. \n3 to 5 p.m. – Seedling Kit Giveaway. Hosted by Roots & Shoots. Location: Haas Library\, Midtown campus. \n5 to 7 p.m. – Dinner – Sustainably sourced meal by Sodexo. Join us in the newly renovated Berkshire Dining Hall for a special Earth Day dinner prepared by our campus food service\, complete with “dirt cups” for dessert. Location: Berkshire Dining Hall\, Midtown campus. Cost: $11.50 for faculty\, staff and community; WCSU students are free. Price includes documentary viewing. Registration is required at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-wcsu-libraries. \n5 to 7 p.m. – Documentary – “Thin Ice: The Inside Story of Climate Science.” “In recent years climate science has come under increasing attack\, so concerned geologist Simon Lamb grabbed his camera and set out to explore the inside story of climate research. For over three years he followed scientists from a wide range of disciplines at work in the Arctic\, Antarctic\, Southern Ocean\, New Zealand\, Europe and the United States. They talk about their work\, their hopes and fears with a rare candor and directness\, resulting in an intimate portrait of the global community of researchers racing to understand our planet’s changing climate and provide a compelling case for rising CO2 as the main cause.” Visit thiniceclimate.org to learn more about the film and the efforts to fund its creation. Location: Berkshire Dining Hall\, Midtown campus. Registration is required at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-wcsu-libraries. \n5 to 7 p.m. – Climate Discussion – “Tesla won’t fix climate change” with Associate Professor of Social Sciences Dr. Manoj Misra. Location: Berkshire Dining Hall\, Midtown campus. \nFor more information\, visit https://libguides.wcsu.edu/earthday24 or contact WCSU Communications and Marketing at pr@wcsu.edu. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/earth-day/
LOCATION:Midtown campus\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Community Service,Discussion,Lectures,Movie,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240401T193815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T161918Z
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SUMMARY:Psychology Department Talk
DESCRIPTION:PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT TALK – “HANDLING STRESS: USING STRESS REAPPRAISAL TO OPTIMIZE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE”: Psychology Department Guest Speaker Dr. Emily Hangen\, visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology at Fairfield University\, will give a talk entitled: “Handling Stress: Using Stress Reappraisal to Optimize Academic Performance” from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Westside Campus Center\, Room 212/214. This talk will provide attendees with research-based strategies to optimize performance in stressful situations. Students\, faculty and staff are all welcome to attend. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/psychology-department-talk/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center 212/214\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240304T161747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T181736Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 8th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors at WCSU will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/19: Fire Climate\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Duch \nTuesday\, 3/26: Hot Expectations: Risk\, Outcomes\, & Harm Reduction in the Heat for the Physically Active\nDr. Rebecca Stearns (UCONN) and Dr. Jeff Schlicht \nTuesday\, 4/2: War on the Environment\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Jennifer Bassett \nTuesday\, 4/9: Hope\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Abigail Adney \nTuesday\, 4/16: Tickpocalypse: Assessing Risk for Tick-Borne Diseases in a Changing Climate\nDr. Neeta Connally with students Sophia Chiaia and Sandra Zapata-Ramirez
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-5/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240304T161730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T181824Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 8th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors at WCSU will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/19: Fire Climate\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Duch \nTuesday\, 3/26: Hot Expectations: Risk\, Outcomes\, & Harm Reduction in the Heat for the Physically Active\nDr. Rebecca Stearns (UCONN) and Dr. Jeff Schlicht \nTuesday\, 4/2: War on the Environment\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Jennifer Bassett \nTuesday\, 4/9: Hope\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Abigail Adney \nTuesday\, 4/16: Tickpocalypse: Assessing Risk for Tick-Borne Diseases in a Changing Climate\nDr. Neeta Connally with students Sophia Chiaia and Sandra Zapata-Ramirez
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-4/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240306T210500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T190225Z
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SUMMARY:MFA Visiting Artist Lecture - Eric Aho\, Painter
DESCRIPTION:WCSU M.F.A. VISITING ARTIST LECTURE WITH ERIC AHO\, PAINTER:\nWed\, April 3\, 2024\, 11 a.m. \nVisual & Performing Arts Center\, Room 144\, WCSU Westside campus\nFree & Open to the Public\, Limited Seating Available\nRSVP required. Reserve a spot here. \nEric Aho is a painter who lives and works in Saxtons River\, VT. He studied at the Central Saint Martins School of Art and Design in London and received a BFA from the Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. In 1989\, he participated in the first exchange of scholars in over thirty years between the U.S. and Cuba. He completed his graduate work at the Lahti Art Institute in Finland on a Fulbright Fellowship in 1991-92 and an American-Scandinavian Foundation grant in 1993. \nAho’s works have been exhibited widely in the U.S. and abroad. Currently represented by DC Moore Gallery in NYC\, he has had 7 solo exhibitions there from 2009 to 2022. He has also had several museum shows\, including the Aldrich Museum of Contemporary Art\, the Hood Museum of Art\, and Portland Art Museum. In 2016\, the New Britain Museum of American Art presented “Eric Aho: An Unfinished Point in a Vast Surrounding\,” which comprised over 50 paintings of the French landscape exploring the path of his father’s experience in WW II. \nIn 2009\, Aho was elected to the National Academy Museum. He is a recipient of numerous grants and awards\, including a Pollock-Krasner Foundation grant; the John Koch Award for Painting from the National Academy; and an Artist Residency at the Weir Farm National Historical Park. His works are in the collections of The Metropolitan Museum of Art; The New York Public Library; Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston; New Britain Museum of American Art; Denver Art Museum; and Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco\, among others.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/mfa-visiting-artist-lecture-eric-aho-painter/
LOCATION:VPAC Room 144\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Art,Lectures,Painting,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240304T161711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T151645Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 8th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/19: Fire Climate\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Duch \nTuesday\, 3/26: Hot Expectations: Risk\, Outcomes\, & Harm Reduction in the Heat for the Physically Active\nDr. Rebecca Stearns (UCONN) and Dr. Jeff Schlicht \nTuesday\, 4/2: War on the Environment\nDr. Anna Malavisi with student Jennifer Bassett \nTuesday\, 4/9: Hope\nDr. Mitch Wagener with student Abigail Adney \nTuesday\, 4/16: Tickpocalypse: Assessing Risk for Tick-Borne Diseases in a Changing Climate\nDr. Neeta Connally with students Sophia Chiaia and Sandra Zapata-Ramirez
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-3/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240304T161637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T154852Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 8th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors at WCSU will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/19: Fire Climate\nDr. Mitch Wagener with Milo Duch \nTuesday\, 3/26: Hot Expectations: Risk\, Outcomes\, & Harm Reduction in the Heat for the Physically Active\nDr. Rebecca Stearns (UCONN) and Dr. Jeff Schlicht \nTuesday\, 4/2: War on the Environment\nDr. Anna Malavisi with Jennifer Bassett \nTuesday\, 4/9: Hope\nDr. Mitch Wagener with Abigail Adney \nTuesday\, 4/16: Tickpocalypse: Assessing Risk for Tick-Borne Diseases in a Changing Climate\nDr. Neeta Connally with Sandra Zapata-Ramirez
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series-2/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240304T161546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T155007Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 8th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors at WCSU will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information\, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu. \nUpcoming schedule: \nTuesday\, 3/19: Fire Climate\nDr. Mitch Wagener with Milo Duch \nTuesday\, 3/26: Hot Expectations: Risk\, Outcomes\, & Harm Reduction in the Heat for the Physically Active\nDr. Rebecca Stearns (UCONN) and Dr. Jeff Schlicht \nTuesday\, 4/2: War on the Environment\nDr. Anna Malavisi with Jennifer Bassett \nTuesday\, 4/9: Hope\nDr. Mitch Wagener with Abigail Adney \nTuesday\, 4/16: Tickpocalypse: Assessing Risk for Tick-Borne Diseases in a Changing Climate\nDr. Neeta Connally with Sandra Zapata-Ramirez
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-and-human-civilization-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Science Building 219\, 181 White St.\, Danbury
CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240205T163828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T124827Z
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SUMMARY:Kathwari Honors Program Public Talk
DESCRIPTION:KATHWARI HONORS PROGRAM PUBLIC TALK: The Kathwari Honors Program will welcome Dr. Brandon Brown\, author of “Sharing our Science: How to Write and Speak STEM\,” at 7 p.m. in Room 127 of White Hall on the university’s Midtown campus. Brown will discuss “Science Miscommunication: A Lighthearted Diagnostic Approach to a Serious Problem.” The public is invited. Register to attend here. \nThe explosion of technology that dominates our culture and economy in the last several years\, such as social media\, remote working culture\, the streaming services changing the broadcast industries\, medical and pharmaceutical research\, and artificial intelligence\, has made the ability to communicate clearly about science and technology a premium skill. So it’s not a luxury but a necessity for students in STEM fields as well as established professionals to learn and apply the kinds of lessons and strategies that Brown has culled from his own work and his research on the Apollo Moon Mission. Brown was on campus several years ago as one of the first winners of the Housatonic Book Award from the MFA in Creative and Professional Writing for his biography “Planck: Driven by Vision.” As he demonstrated then\, Brown’s work is interdisciplinary and adaptable to any field of science and technology\, and we warmly invite guests from local and regional technology firms. \nBrown is a professor of Physics and a communications specialist at the University of San Francisco. He has written for Slate\, Smithsonian and Scientific American. He also has served as deputy director at the Green Science Policy Institute and as a senior writing coach for the Strictly Speaking Group.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/kathwari-honors-program-public-talk/
LOCATION:White Hall 127\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathwari Honors Program":MAILTO:honors@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T082941
CREATED:20240131T183645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T150428Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist Lecture - Gregory Manchess\, Illustrator
DESCRIPTION:VISITING ARTIST LECTURE WITH GREGORY MANCHESS\, ILLUSTRATOR: The WCSU Department of Art will host Gregory Manchess\, an award-winning illustrator whose work has appeared on the covers and feature stories of National Geographic Magazine\, Time\, Atlantic Monthly\, and The Smithsonian. He has also had numerous commissions from the US Postal Service\, recently a set of Christmas stamps in 2023. His free lecture will be at 11 a.m. in Room 144 of the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus. \nManchess’ projects and commissions are varied and vast in scope. In 2011\, the National Geographic Society sent him on an expedition to illustrate the adventures of the first discovery of an actual pirate ship; this led to the traveling exhibition\, “Real Pirates: The Untold Story of The Whydah\, from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship.” In 2017\, his first ‘widescreen novel\,’ which he wrote and illustrated\, Above the Timberline\, was released. Thirty of the 120+ paintings from the book were recently featured in an exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge\, MA. His work is also highlighted in the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Library and Museum in Springfield\, Illinois\, with a large portrait of Lincoln and seven major paintings of key moments from Lincoln’s life. \nManchess exhibits frequently at the Society of Illustrators in NYC\, and in 1999\, he was presented with their highest honor\, the Hamilton King Award. He is included in Walt Reed’s edition of The Illustrator in America\, 1860-2000\, and currently lectures at universities and colleges nationwide. \nFree and open to the public\, limited seating available. Reserve a spot at www.eventbrite.com/e/visiting-artist-lecture-gregory-manchess-illustrator-tickets-814183533867.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/visiting-artist-lecture-gregory-manchess-illustrator/
LOCATION:VPAC Room 144\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Art,Lectures
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SUMMARY:Understanding Israel/Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled for December 6th \nUNDERSTANDING ISRAEL/PALESTINE: Join us for a discussion of the ongoing conflict in Israel/Palestine and learn how to find reliable information if you want to learn more. The Social Sciences Department and the Department of History\, Philosophy\, and World Perspectives are hosting Stanley Heller\, who leads the Middle East Crisis Committee of Connecticut and Promoting Enduring Peace for a discussion of recent events in Israel/Palestine. We will also be joined by WCSU instructional librarian Dylan Sprague to discuss approaches to finding accurate information on this issue. The event is free and open to all WCSU students\, faculty and staff. From 6 to 8 p.m. in the Midtown Student Center Theater. \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/understanding-israel-palestine/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center Theater\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T193000
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SUMMARY:Art Faculty Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:ART FACULTY LECTURE SERIES – “WHAT IS CREATIVITY? THEORY AND APPLICATION OF THE CREATIVE PROCESS” CREATIVITY WORKSHOP WITH FRANCIS PATNAUDE: At 6:30 p.m. in Room 144 of the Visual & Performing Arts Center on the WCSU Westside campus. Free and open to the public; limited seating available. \nWCSU Adjunct Professor of Art Francis T. Patnaude attended Southern Connecticut State University\, earning a B.S. in Art Education in 1975. He earned a B.F.A. in Studio Arts From Northern Kentucky University in 1978 and an M.F.A. in Sculpture from Syracuse University in 1982. Patnaude also earned a certificate in welding\, completing a full Welder Certification program at Northern Kentucky Vocational/Technical School in Covington\, Kentucky. He served as studio assistant at Studio 70 under the direction of Michael Skop\, sculptor\, and studied photography under John Daido Loori. After working for five years as an art/welder/fabricator for various artists\, Patnaude has been teaching art at Rumsey Hall School in Washington\, Connecticut\, since 1988. In addition to teaching color and design at WCSU\, he is also developing training methodologies and workshops in the area of creativity. Patnaude’s artwork consists of fabricated and cast metal sculpture\, collage\, video\, and spatial/environmental music compositions. \n“It is said that the function of the Zen Arts is to simply directly point to the true nature of reality. I believe that all art produced by human beings\, east and west\, past and present that truly nourishes the spirit and works with life as it’s media\, reflects this attitude. It is this awakened orientation combined with a methodology rooted in this awareness that finds its highest level of completion with the interweaving of society. How we as a people on this great earth honor our individual nature and yet realize that our world community is the base upon which this miraculous uniqueness rests\, is a question we must take up. Our survival depends on it. Art done with a foundation of spirit offers the opportunity to not only be a visionary guiding light\, but also a practice which directly manifest this insight. My artwork is simply an expression of working with this great matter.” \nhttp://www.francispatnaude.com
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/art-faculty-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Visual & Performing Arts Center\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811
CATEGORIES:Art,Lectures,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Our Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:OUR SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: WCSU Professor of Biology Dr. Mitch Wagener will give a series of three talks at 5:30 p.m. at the Danbury Library\, 170 Main St. in Danbury. \nDates and topics are: \nMonday\, Sept. 25: The Future of Sustainable Energy \nMonday\, Oct. 30: The Future of Sustainable Agriculture \nMonday\, Nov. 27: The Future of Sustainable Land Use \n  \nLearn more and register at https://danburylibrary.org/our-sustainable-future-talk-series-with-dr-mitch-wagener/.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/our-sustainable-future/2023-11-27/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T123000
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SUMMARY:World Philosophy Day: Ignorance\, Injustice\, and Responsibility
DESCRIPTION:WORLD PHILOSOPHY DAY – IGNORANCE\, INJUSTICE AND RESPONSIBILITY: To honor World Philosophy Day\, the Department of History\, Philosophy\, and World Perspectives invites you to a lecture on: Ignorance\, Injustice\, and Responsibility by Joshua Kassner J.D.\, Ph.D. \nWhen: 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.\, Thursday\, Nov. 16\nWhere: White Hall 307 \nIn recognizing the impact of digital communication and the speed with which information can be shared around the globe we reevaluate our understanding of ignorance as an excuse\, at least in matters of global injustice. We have a duty – as moral agents – to make reasonable efforts to be informed about the moral significance of our actions. Factual ignorance as an excuse applies in far fewer instances than is commonly thought. \nBio: Joshua Kassner is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Baltimore where he teaches courses in normative and applied ethics\, political philosophy\, and the philosophy of law. His research is focused on the global arena with specific interests in governing the normative framework of international relations. He has published on global justice\, international political theory\, and the morality of humanitarian intervention. Most recently\, he published a book on the moral nature and limits of state sovereignty (2021) and a chapter in an anthology on immigration\, human rights\, and state sovereignty (2022). Currently\, he is working on a book on human rights to be published later this year.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/world-philosophy-day-ignorance-injustice-and-responsibility/
LOCATION:White Hall 307\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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