BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//WCSU Events - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:WCSU Events X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events X-WR-CALDESC:Events for WCSU Events REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220927T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220927T140000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220804T174737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T174737Z UID:10062643-1664283600-1664287200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Virtual Internship Information Workshops DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP INFORMATION WORKSHOP: Do you need to do an internship before graduation but don’t know where to start? To learn more about internship opportunities\, attend one of the virtual Internship Information Workshops during the 2022 Fall Semester: \n9/27       1 to 2 p.m. \n10/24     1 to 2 p.m. \n11/15       1 to 2 p.m. \n12/12      1 to 2 p.m.\nThe Workshops are free and open to all students and alumni. **Must be registered for this event through Handshake to acquire virtual meeting login information. If you have any questions\, please email careersuccess@wcsu.edu. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/virtual-internship-information-workshops/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Career search,Virtual event,Workshops,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/08/NTERNSHIP-INFORMATION-SESSIONS-FALL-2022-e1659620849988.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220921T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220909T185400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T185905Z UID:10062747-1663754400-1663761600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:SAFE ZONE TRAINING DESCRIPTION:SAFE ZONE TRAINING: The WCSU Pride Center will be offering Safe Zone Training for students from 10 a.m. to noon in the Midtown Student Center room 202. These trainings are opportunities to learn about LGBTQ+ identities\, gender and examine prejudice\, assumptions\, and privilege. \nTo register\, email pridecenter@wcsu.edu. \nFor questions/more information on Safe Zone training\, please contact Scott Towers\, Pride Center Coordinator at towerss@wcsu.edu. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/safe-zone-training-5-2022-09-21/ LOCATION:Midtown Student Center 202\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT CATEGORIES:Diversity,Training,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/09/Safe-Zone-USE-Flyer-Fall-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220917T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061489-1663441200-1663444800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-09-17/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220914T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220909T185400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220909T185954Z UID:10062743-1663149600-1663156800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:SAFE ZONE TRAINING DESCRIPTION:SAFE ZONE TRAINING: The WCSU Pride Center will be offering this virtual Safe Zone Training for faculty and staff from 10 a.m. to noon. These trainings are opportunities to learn about LGBTQ+ identities\, gender and examine prejudice\, assumptions\, and privilege. \nTo register\, email pridecenter@wcsu.edu. \nFor questions/more information on Safe Zone training\, please contact Scott Towers\, Pride Center Coordinator at towerss@wcsu.edu. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/safe-zone-training-5/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Diversity,Training,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/09/Safe-Zone-USE-Flyer-Fall-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220820T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220820T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061488-1661022000-1661025600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-08-20/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220716T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061487-1657998000-1658001600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-07-16/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220706T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220706T150000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220623T182108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T182108Z UID:10062605-1657119600-1657119600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:AE: How to Save Fireflies DESCRIPTION:AFFILIATED EVENT: HOW TO SAVE FIREFLIES IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY: Join Sebastian Palacio\, graduate student in the Biological Diversity Program at WCSU\, at 3 p.m. for a presentation on his journey to becoming a wildlife biologist and his study of fireflies! Participants will learn about the lifecycle of fireflies\, the threats they face at each life stage and solutions that we can take to have a healthy firefly population in Danbury. Sebastian will also highlight how light pollution negatively impacts human health\, wildlife and our ability to stargaze. \nSebastian graduated in 2017 from SUNY Cobleskill majoring in wildlife management. In the last couple of years\, he has worked with several agencies including U.S Fish Wildlife\, National Audubon Society\, National Parks Service\, USGS\, and many more. His stewardship project for WCSU aims to conserve firefly populations by enhancing firefly habitat in Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary in Newtown\, CT and educating the public on firefly conservation. \nFREE! Registration is required. After registering\, you will receive a zoom link if you prefer to attend virtually. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/ae-how-to-save-fireflies/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Lectures,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/06/firefly.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220630T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220630T180000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220623T182538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T182538Z UID:10062606-1656612000-1656612000@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:AE: Opera in the Baroque Period DESCRIPTION:AFFILIATED EVENT: OPERA IN THE BAROQUE PERIOD: Opera is a distinct creation of the baroque period around the early 17th century. With elaborate sets\, costumes\, lighting\, acting\, dancing and singing\, it has remained one of the most ambitious genres in the standard canon of western art music. Join Dr. Gilad Harel\, musicologist and music theorist\, at 6 p.m. in the Farioly Program Room to explore operas by early innovators including Claudio Monteverdi\, Henry Purcell\, and George Frideric Handel. In these examples\, we will see heroes from mythology and ancient history realized in the form of a traditional baroque opera\, an “opera seria.” \nRegistration required. Virtual option available. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/ae-opera-in-the-baroque-period/ LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States CATEGORIES:Affiliated Event,Lectures,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/06/opera.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220628T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220628T180000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220623T214115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T214401Z UID:10060326-1656439200-1656439200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:AE: James Roosevelt: FDR’s Forgotten Father DESCRIPTION:AFFILIATED EVENT: JAMES ROOSEVELT: FDR’S FORGOTTEN FATHER: Anyone familiar with the story of Franklin Roosevelt knows of the very close relationship he had with his often domineering mother. But what do we know about his other parental influence? This presentation at 6 p.m. will examine the influence Franklin’s father James had on shaping the views\, values and temperament of the 32nd president of the United States. \nFREE! Registration is required. Please Note: This is a virtual program via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to the program via email upon completing registration. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/ae-james-roosevelt-fdrs-forgotten-father/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Affiliated Event,Lectures,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/06/james_roos.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220621T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220621T180000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220603T174416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T235357Z UID:10062571-1655834400-1655834400@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Danbury's Castle: The Hearthstone DESCRIPTION:DANBURY’S CASTLE: ARCHITECT E.G.W. DIETRICH AND HIS DESIGN OF THE HEARTHSTONE: For the past 10 years\, Christopher Jend has researched architect E. G. W. Dietrich (1875-1924) documenting nearly 450 of his designs. In this presentation\, Jend will discuss Dietrich’s body of work from eye-catching shingle style designs to his contributions to the arts and crafts style and place in context Dietrich’s design of the local Danbury landmark “the Hearthstone.” Constructed between 1895-99 for successful portrait photographer E. Starr Sanford\, this remarkable castle-like structure is composed of local stone quarried on the site. Exhibiting historic Norman as well as Shingle Style and Arts and Crafts elements\, this unique home served as a private residence until it was purchased by the City of Danbury in 1985. Despite being listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, the house and outbuildings suffered from neglect\, yet the stone walls still stand evoking romantic ideas of architecture and place. \nAttend in-person or by Zoom at 6 p.m.. Register at https://danburylibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=37863&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/06/02\nFREE REGISTRATION REQUIRED URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/danburys-castle-the-hearthstone/ LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT\, 06810\, United States CATEGORIES:Lectures,Public Events,Speaker,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/06/DANLIB-INVITE3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220618T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061486-1655578800-1655582400@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-06-18/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220603T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220603T120000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220204T013326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T211850Z UID:10061743-1654246800-1654257600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Cultural Diversity Training DESCRIPTION:CULTURAL DIVERSITY TRAINING: EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE AT WCSU: Sponsored by the WCSU Office of Diversity and Equity \nThe (virtual) training consists of two components. The first segment focuses on CSCU responsibilities\, policies\, and procedures. The second component will focus on a particular identity (i.e.\, race\, religion\, sex\, sexual orientation\, etc.) as it relates to WCSU students\, campus life and/or classroom environments. Required Training for WCSU faculty and staff from 9 a.m. to noon. \n6/03/2022 Pre-registration required at: https://minierdelgadoj.my.webex.com/webappng/sites/minierdelgadoj.my/meeting/info/d4165a66ba8d406fb96465866b409383?isPopupRegisterView=true URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/cultural-diversity-training-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Diversity,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/02/Students-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220521T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061485-1653159600-1653163200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-05-21/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220425T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220425T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211214T210357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T014629Z UID:10061671-1650907800-1650911400@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Climate Hope: How Do We Fix This? DESCRIPTION:EARTH IN CRISIS – CLIMATE HOPE – HOW DO WE FIX THIS?: Join the Danbury Library for this series of monthly talks at 5:30 p.m. by Dr. Stephen “Mitch” Wagener of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University on our changing climate and the impact it has on our Earth. \nEscaping old habits and forming new attitudes will allow us to cut our emissions\, regenerate the biosphere and create a better world for our grandchildren. \nFor ages 16+ \nRegistration begins 3/21/2022 at 8 a.m. \nParticipants will receive a ZOOM link to the program via email once they have registered.  \nFree! Registration required at https://danburylibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=36791&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/04/01 URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/climate-hope-how-do-we-fix-this/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/12/EARTH_IN_CRISIS_2AA7EE50-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220420T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220420T160000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220308T194849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T200118Z UID:10062161-1650459600-1650470400@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Virtual Career Fair DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR FOR ALL MAJORS: Connecticut State University Students and Alumni are invited to participate in the virtual career fair for ALL MAJORS from 12 to 4 p.m. WCSU students and alumni can meet with employers to learn about their business and opportunities offered. Check out Handshake for the career fair registration link and more information at https://wcsu.joinhandshake.com or contact the Career Success Center at careersuccess@wcsu.edu; call 203-837-8263. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/virtual-career-fair-4/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Career search,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/Spring-2022-CSU-Career-Fair.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220419T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220419T143000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220303T234759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T001350Z UID:10062156-1650375000-1650378600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Robert's Rules Workshop DESCRIPTION:ROBERT RULES WORKSHOP: This virtual workshop produced by LCCC is open to all students and will explain how to properly conduct a meeting using Robert’s Rules. The workshop starts at 1:30 p.m. and there will be a raffle for a $25 gift card. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/roberts-rules-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Leadership,Virtual event,Workshops,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/Roberts-Rules-workshop.png ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership%2C Compassion and Creativity Certificate":MAILTO:barryc@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220416T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220416T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061484-1650135600-1650139200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-04-16/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220406T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220406T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220311T011547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T011930Z UID:10062176-1649266200-1649269800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:In the Heights of Colorism: Translating Latinx DESCRIPTION:“IN THE HEIGHTS OF COLORISM: TRANSLATING LATINX”: Dr. Alba Hawkins will present a virtual discussion at 5:30 p.m. about the recent film production “In the Heights” directed by Jon M. Chu\, 2021\, based on a screenplay by Quiara Alegría Hudes and the stage musical with Lin-Manuel Miranda. \nJoin the Department of World Languages and Cultures faculty and students from Translating Latinx for a virtual conversation about the film and implications of race and translating Latinx identities in the film. Participants are encouraged to view the film before the event\, available streaming (free) from WCSU Media at https://media.wcsu.edu/media/In%20The%20Heights/1_rojpsc69 \nThe public is invited\, and no password or registration is required. Join Blackboard at: https://us.bbcollab.com/guest/c610a7d4b1904540adf342a071477a96 \nContact Alba Hawkins at hawkinsa@wcsu.edu with any questions. \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/in-the-heights-of-colorism-translating-latinx/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Discussion,Diversity,Movie,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/In-the-Heights.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Department of World Languages &%3B Cultures":MAILTO:bakhtiarg@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220330T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220330T120000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220303T234435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T234436Z UID:10062157-1648638000-1648641600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Making Team(s)Work DESCRIPTION:MAKING TEAM(S) WORK: This free virtual workshop starting at 11 a.m. is being presented by the Leadership\, Compassion and Creativity Certificate program. and is open to all students! Learn how to better collaborate and work as a team. This is great for executive boards and clubs who work close together! URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/making-teamswork/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Leadership,Virtual event,Workshops,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/making-teamwork-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership%2C Compassion and Creativity Certificate":MAILTO:barryc@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220328T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220328T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211214T205933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T014538Z UID:10061670-1648488600-1648492200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Stronger Storms and Rising Seas DESCRIPTION:EARTH IN CRISIS – STRONGER STORMS AND RISING SEAS: Join the Danbury Library for this series of monthly talks at 5:30 p.m. by Dr. Stephen “Mitch” Wagener of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University on our changing climate and the impact it has on our Earth. \nHeat is power. Water expands\, seas rise\, storms get stronger. Flooding coastal areas destroy homes\, salinize agricultural land\, and cause financial hardships for us all. \nFor ages 16+ \nRegistration begins 2/21/2022 at 8 a.m. \nParticipants will receive a ZOOM link to the program via email once they have registered.  \nFree! Registration required at https://danburylibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=36790&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/03/01 URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/stronger-storms-and-rising-seas/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/12/EARTH_IN_CRISIS_2AA7EE50-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220325T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220204T013203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T211735Z UID:10061742-1648198800-1648209600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Cultural Diversity Training DESCRIPTION:CULTURAL DIVERSITY TRAINING: EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE AT WCSU: Sponsored by the WCSU Office of Diversity and Equity \nThe (virtual) training consists of two components. The first segment focuses on CSCU responsibilities\, policies\, and procedures. The second component will focus on a particular identity (i.e.\, race\, religion\, sex\, sexual orientation\, etc.) as it relates to WCSU students\, campus life and/or classroom environments. Required Training for WCSU faculty and staff from 9 a.m. to noon.  \n3/25/2022 Pre-registration required at:\nhttps://minierdelgadoj.my.webex.com/webappng/sites/minierdelgadoj.my/meeting/info/d4165a66ba8d406fb96465866b409383?isPopupRegisterView=true URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/cultural-diversity-training/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Diversity,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/02/Students.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220319T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220319T200000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211025T182924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T171601Z UID:10061483-1647716400-1647720000@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Meditation Circle DESCRIPTION:MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m. \nThe disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body\, mind\, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose\, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others. \nAs the healing light enters into ourselves\, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth. \nWhat to expect from this mediation circle? \n1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.\n2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.\n3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation\, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.\n4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development. \nIt is recommended that attendees come with personal-related\, community-related\, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to. \nThis group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such\, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth\, learning\, and healing.  \nEmbody compassion\, love\, kindness\, non-judgement\, respect\, and patience\, with yourself and others. \nThis virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola\, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner. \nJoin Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at \nTopic: Meditation Circle\nTime: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th\, 2022. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=UExEUlNnS3F1WlVwdExFemhCdERQZz09 \nMeeting ID: 481 966 8061\nPasscode: 6j3gkx \nOpen to WCSU students\, faculty\, staff and their families and friends. \nContact Information \nEmail: natalierose144@gmail.com\, or nevola002@wcsu.edu \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/community-meditation/2022-03-19/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/10/meditation-circle-3-22.png ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Nevola":MAILTO:nevola002@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220319T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220319T133000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220302T172311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T182756Z UID:10061831-1647691200-1647696600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Virtual Jane: Hope Through Action DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL JANE: HOPE THROUGH ACTION: Dr. Jane Goodall\, the world-renowned ethologist and conservationist\, will make a special “Virtual Jane: Hope Through Action” presentation via the Jane Goodall Center for Excellence in Environmental Studies at Western Connecticut State University at noon on Saturday\, March 19. The public is invited to participate in Goodall’s talk\, and will be able to submit questions for her to answer. Goodall’s presentation is sponsored by WCSU and The Woman’s Club of Danbury and New Fairfield\, Inc. \nTickets to the virtual event can be purchased for $15 at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/jane-goodall. Reservations for WCSU students are free\, but students must pre-register. Donations are also accepted to support the WCSU Permaculture Garden and student interns. \n  \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/virtual-jane-hope-through-action/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Public Events,Speaker,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/Jane_Facebook-Event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220309T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220309T180000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220127T193849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T195104Z UID:10061720-1646847000-1646848800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Not Anymore Information Session DESCRIPTION:NOT ANYMORE INFORMATION SESSION: Sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Equity and WCSU CaRRT \nThis virtual information session from 5:30 to 6 p.m. is open to WCSU faculty\, staff and students and is designed to provide students and their families the opportunity to learn more about the Not Anymore program and campus safety resources that are across the university. Each session includes Q&A time that gives you the chance to ask any questions you have about the online program. If you are new to WCSU\, we encourage you to participate in the information session as you’ll gain a broad understanding of this online program. \nPre-registration is required at: \nhttps://minierdelgadoj.my.webex.com/webappng/sites/minierdelgadoj.my/meeting/info/63492791f06a428e8701d103d8013d90?isPopupRegisterView=true URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/not-anymore-information-session-2/2022-03-09/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Information Session,Virtual event,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/01/not-anymore.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220309T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220309T180000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220127T193716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T212854Z UID:10061721-1646847000-1646848800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Not Anymore Information Session DESCRIPTION:NOT ANYMORE INFORMATION SESSION: Sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Equity and WCSU CaRRT \nThis virtual information session from 5:30 to 6 p.m. is open to WCSU faculty\, staff and students and is designed to provide students and their families the opportunity to learn more about the Not Anymore program and campus safety resources that are across the university. Each session includes Q&A time that gives you the chance to ask any questions you have about the online program. If you are new to WCSU\, we encourage you to participate in the information session as you’ll gain a broad understanding of this online program. \nPre-registration is required at: \nhttps://minierdelgadoj.my.webex.com/webappng/sites/minierdelgadoj.my/meeting/info/e99a8c8473df401aabbac51b2235d9e6?isPopupRegisterView=true URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/not-anymore-information-session/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Information Session,Virtual event,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/01/not-anymore.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220309T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220309T160000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220304T001757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T002541Z UID:10062158-1646838000-1646841600@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:StrengthsQuest DESCRIPTION:STRENGTHSQUEST: This free virtual workshop from 3 to 4 p.m. is being presented by the Leadership\, Compassion and Creativity Certificate program and is open to all students! Learn how to better collaborate and work as a team. This is great for executive boards and student leaders! It is also a great opportunity for those looking to apply for executive board positions this semester and want to know what type of position they would best be suited for. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/strengthsquest/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Virtual event,Workshops,WOW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/03/strengthsquest-1-e1646335172445.png ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership%2C Compassion and Creativity Certificate":MAILTO:barryc@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220308T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220308T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220127T222327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T021401Z UID:10061732-1646760600-1646764200@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Manuela Saenz\, Woman Ahead of Her Time DESCRIPTION:MANUELA SAENZ – WOMAN AHEAD OF HER TIME: The Department of World Languages and Cultures will present Dr. Galina Bakhtiarova for a virtual discussion at 5:30 p.m. about “Manuela Saenz: Woman Ahead of Her Time.” Participants are invited to watch the movie “Manuela Saenz\,” directed by Diego Risquez\, 2000\, prior to this event and participate in the discussion. The film is available on WCSU media at https://media.wcsu.edu/media/Manuela%20Saenz/1_yk3m7n83. The public is invited. To obtain the login password for this Webex event\, send an email to Galina Bakhtiarova at bakhtiarg@wcsu.edu. Join the discussion at  https://wcsu.webex.com/wcsu/j.php?MTID=m98a9056a17eae38b723ece1ba848cc8c URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/manuela-saenz-woman-ahead-of-her-time/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Lectures,Movie,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/01/Screenshot-03-04-2022.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Department of World Languages &%3B Cultures":MAILTO:bakhtiarg@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220305 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220302T232841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T235541Z UID:10061827-1646352000-1646438399@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:Deadline: International Women's Day DESCRIPTION:INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY: The Center for Empowerment and Education\, formerly the Women’s Center\, and WCSU Libraries are excited to invite WCSU students\, faculty\, and staff to submit a photo and story of a woman who inspires them. The woman can be someone they know personally\, a fictional character\, famous athlete/artist/musician/actor/etc.\, or historical figure. \nIf you are interested in submitting\, please complete the form at bit.ly/photostory22 by 3/4/22. Entries will be posted to the social media accounts for The Center for Empowerment and Education and WCSU Libraries. \nStudent participants may also enter to win a pair of AirPods Pro. Winner will be drawn on 3/8/22. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/international-womens-day-2022-03-04/ LOCATION:Virtual event CATEGORIES:Contest,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/02/International-Womens-Day-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220302T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220302T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20220127T221752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220128T005338Z UID:10061731-1646242200-1646245800@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:National Identity in Puerto Rico DESCRIPTION:NATIONAL IDENTITY IN PUERTO RICO: A CONVERSATION WITH PROFESSOR JORGE DUANY: The Department of World Languages and Cultures and the WCSU International Center will host Professor Jorge Duany\, CRI\, FIU for a virtual discussion about “National Identity in Puerto Rico” at 5:30 p.m.  The public is invited. To obtain the login password for this Webex event\, send an email to Galina Bakhtiarova at bakhtiarg@wcsu.edu. Join the discussion at https://wcsu.webex.com/wcsu/j.php?MTID=m3799e7c644265e801754d08b0dae066e. \nJorge Duany\, Ph.D.\, is director of the Cuban Research Institute and Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Global & Sociocultural Studies at Florida International University. Born in Cuba and raised in Panama and Puerto Rico\, Dr. Duany previously served as acting dean of the College of Social Sciences and professor of Anthropology at the University of Puerto Rico\, Río Piedras (UPR). \nDuany has published extensively on migration\, ethnicity\, race\, nationalism\, and transnationalism in Cuba\, the Caribbean\, and the United States. He has also written about Cuban cultural identity on the island and in the diaspora\, especially as expressed in literature\, music\, art\, and religion. He is currently a member of the editorial boards of the academic journals Latino Studies and CENTRO: Journal of the Center for Puerto Rican Studies\, and previously served on the editorial boards of Caribbean Studies\, Cuban Studies\, Latin American and Caribbean Ethnic Studies\, and New West Indian Guide. He has lectured widely throughout the United States\, Latin America\, the Caribbean\, and Europe. URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/national-identity-in-puerto-rico/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Diversity,Lectures,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2022/01/Jorge-Duany-headshot-e1643313205307.png ORGANIZER;CN="Department of World Languages &%3B Cultures":MAILTO:bakhtiarg@wcsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220228T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220228T183000 DTSTAMP:20260620T041110 CREATED:20211214T205249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220129T014430Z UID:10061669-1646069400-1646073000@www.wcsu.edu SUMMARY:How Hot is Too Hot? DESCRIPTION:EARTH IN CRISIS – HOW HOT IS TOO HOT?: Join the Danbury Library for this series of monthly talks at 5:30 p.m. by Dr. Stephen “Mitch” Wagener of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences at Western Connecticut State University on our changing climate and the impact it has on our Earth. \nClimate warming makes heat waves hotter and more common. Heat raises humidity. Combinations of heat and humidity can exceed our bodies’ ability to cool us. \nFor ages 16+ \nRegistration begins 1/24/2022 at 8 a.m. \nParticipants will receive a ZOOM link to the program via email once they have registered.  \nFree! Registration required at https://danburylibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=36789&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/02/01 \n  URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/how-hot-is-too-hot/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Climate,Lectures,Science,Virtual event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/wp-content/uploads/sites/181/2021/12/EARTH_IN_CRISIS_2AA7EE50-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR