Campus Currents

The Linda Vaden-Goad Authors and Artists Series

Oct 26, 2021 04:30 PM

Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrcO6grDssHNE9H9lTvjLL45pILb9S2XtW

Tim McDonald is an artist whose drawings deliver a space where culture, history, myth, mystery, ritual, wilderness, and time intersect. Beatriz Alvarado’s publication Between the Sun and the Moon invites us to experience a wonderful journey and meet mythical ancient Andean characters who interact with humans and influence their destinies. Both artist and author emphasize the importance of wisdom from ancient periods.

Leslie Starobin, Lyceum Lecture Speaker

Monday, November 1, 2021, 5:30-7PM

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Framing Narratives of the Past

Structured as a visual travelogue tracing the routes of memory, this Lyceum Lecture will feature my recent sabbatical project—a photo essay that preserves, in living color, landscapes of ancestral memory and Nazi genocide as they appear today in Poland, seventy-five years after liberation. These topographies are framed by quotes from relatives recalling the events they witnessed and experienced, including arriving at the gates of Auschwitz. At a time when"two-thirds of American millennials don’t know what Auschwitz was"(The Boston Globe) and in an age when "Holocaust appropriation, fueled by this global pandemic, is going viral"(CNN),this lecture will address how art contributes to the preservation of historical memory and how, in challenging times, art can serve as an educational catalyst.

Framingham State and partners are hosting events to recognize Native American Heritage Month featuring author, Joy Harjo. Free copies of her book, An American Sunrise, are available.

November 4, 2021, 4:30 p.m. “Stretching the Canvas: Eight Decades of Native Art”

Whittemore Library, virtual event. David Penney, lead curator of the Smithsonian National Museum of American Indian collection, will talk about the artists and their work.

November 8, 2021, 4:30 p.m. Contemporary Native American Poetry

Whittemore Library, virtual event. Dr. Brinkman will discuss Native American poetry, drawing on the LOC Living Nations, Living Worlds exhibit of first people’s poetry curated by Joy Harjo and the Modern American Poetry site.

November 17 and November 22 at 7 p.m., Book discussion on An American Sunrise

Framingham Public Library

November 10 and December 6 at 1:30 p.m., Book book discussion on An American Sunrise

Whittemore Library, virtual event

November 13-14, 2021, 10 a.m. Professional Development Workshop

Danforth Art School, 14 Vernon st. The workshop will focus on Native Americans: A Poetry and Art Workshop for teachers centering on Joy Harjo’s book An American Sunrise.

December 8, 2021, 4:30 p.m. Keynote author event “A Talk with Joy Harjo”

Whittemore Library, virtual event Joy Harjo, of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States, will talk about her book of poetry An American Sunrise.

February 2, 2022 Presentation

Larry “Spotted” Crow will give a presentation at MassBay Community College Library.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

Wednesday, Nov. 3, In person and virtual options

Register at: https://www.alumni.framingham.edu/s/1929/bp20/interior.aspx?sid=1929&gid=2&pgid=623

Featured Speakers:

Sophie Blackall

Javaka Steptoe

Special Guest: Kate DiCamillo

The Swiacki Children's Literature Festival at Framingham State University is an annual celebration of children's books featuring renowned authors and illustrators in the field. The event includes book signings, lectures and workshops sharing the latest developments in the craft. The event launched in 1986 as the David McCord Children's Literature Festival, and was sponsored by the Nobscot Reading Council. Framingham State has hosted the festival since its inception and began coordinating the event in 2006. In 2014, the festival was renamed the Swiacki Children's Literature Festival at Framingham State University in recognition of the efforts and support of alumnae donors, Nancy and Janina Swiacki.

Come join us for a conversation with current and former FSU Political Science majors sharing their experiences with the Washington Center. Learn about internships and opportunities to bolster your professional development and networking.

322 O’Connor Hall
Monday, Nov. 1
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Featuring:

Rachel Spivey, senior Political Science Major
Christine Sifre, Political Science alum, Class of 2020

Pizza and soda will be served!

For more information, contact Dr. Joe Coelho: jcoelho2@framingham.edu

The Flu Ends with U: Free flu vaccine clinics for FSU students, faculty and staff.

Tuesday, October 26 10 am to 2 pm &
Wednesday, October 27 12 noon to 4 pm

Dwight Hall - Small Gymnasium

Please bring a copy of your insurance card with you. There is no copay for receiving a flu shot.
Questions? Contact the FSU Health Center at 508-626-4900.

October 27, 2021, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrce-opz4pH9EFPFnGkDDYxeMb52V-4Ew6

Work-life balance means something a little different to everyone, and how to achieve it also varies, but feeling we have time for things that are important to us, work, family, friends and self, without feeling stressed and overwhelmed is key.

During this remote session, enjoy your lunch as you log in and join our panel of Framingham State presenters. Listen in as they discuss what work-life balance means to them, as well as their difficulties with and successes in achieving it, followed by questions and comments from the audience.

We are thrilled to have joining our panel:

Sara Mulkeen, Marketing & Communications
Emmanuella Gibson, Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement
Joe D’Andrea, Psychology & Philosophy

If you have any question, please feel free to contact any of the Women’s Affinity group members: Peg Charbonnier, Katelyn Christopher, Debbie Hogan, Meghan Maxfield, and Nina Ricci.

Careers in Nutrition & Wellness “Not Your Typical Dietitian: Eating Disorders, Private Practice, Telehealth & Fitness”

Thursday, Oct. 28, 6 p.m.

Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpdeugqDwqHNI7ueWf15-FIFeI6ge5Ufuy

Jay Patruno (he/him/his) is a registered dietitian who completed his DPD at Boston University before pursuing his dietetic internship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Initially, Jay worked as a clinical dietitian at The Brigham before transitioning into eating disorder treatment with Walden Behavioral Care. Presently, Jay is the Experimentation Manager and Nutrition Strategist for Orangetheory Fitness, and simultaneously runs an exclusively telehealth private practice called Digital Dietitian. Since his dietetic internship Jay has had a passion for DE&I in the field of nutrition and dietetics. He has spoken about health disparities and nutrition considerations for the LGBTQIA+ populations at many local and national conferences including FNCE 2020 and the Food is Medicine Symposium 2021. He also is currently the Chairperson of the Boston Alliance for Diversity in Dietetics (BADD) Scholarship and Awards Committee.

It’s time to Mix and Bake again! Events take place on Friday via Zoom and start at 4:00 p.m.

November 5
30 Minute Dinner Rolls

December 10
Mini Gingerbread Whoppie Pies with Cream Cheese Filling

You can register for an event by clicking on the embedded links above. Zoom links and ingredient lists will be sent out the week of each event. For questions contact cwickham@framingham.edu.

See you all in the kitchen soon!

November 8, 2021, 7 p.m., In-Person - McCarthy Center Forum

Starr Carter is the only witness when police fatally shoot her friend Khalil. This 2018 film, based on the novel by Angie Thomas, brilliantly depicts Starr's courageous truth-telling about police violence against African Americans. The movie will play in the Forum. FSU and MetroWest communities are welcome to join the movie viewing and discussion.

The Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni (IAFSA) needs a new Holiday Card designed for the 2021 Season.

Use your creative talents and enter to win $100 Amazon gift card plus the prestige of having the card sent to over 2,800 alumni!

Deadline for submission is November 10th. For details contact Office@alumnihouse.org or 508-872-9770.

Wednesday Employer Showcases

Employers showcase their organizations, in person, most Wednesdays in the McCarthy Center lobby. Their goal is to network with and recruit students for full-time jobs or internships. Students can stop by their table to learn more.

There are two time slots: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 12 Noon to 1:30 p.m., featuring up to four different employers:

11/3 10am-11:30am: Olympus Moving & Storage
12pm-1:30pm: Whole Foods Market

11/10 10am-11:30am: Nordstrom
12pm-1:30pm: Altar’d State

11/17 10am-11:30am: Unites States Navy
12pm-1:30pm: United Way of Tri-County – Call2Talk

12/1 10am-11:30am: HMEA
12pm-1:30pm: The National Guard

12/8 10am-11:30am: Danforth Art Museum
12pm-1:30pm: AMC Theaters

MA State Universities Fall Virtual Career Fairs on Handshake
The Massachusetts State Universities are hosting four joint virtual career fairs to be held on HANDSHAKE. Students will virtually meet with employers and explore internship, part-time, and full-time opportunities that meet their career goals, though video group chats and one-on-one sessions. Students MUST pre-register on Handshake.

Each fair is industry focused, but ALL majors are welcome to all fairs.
Register on Handshake at https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs

MA State Universities Humanities, Nonprofit and Social Sciences
Virtual Career Fair
Wednesday, October 27th, 2021, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

MA State Universities STEM and Health Sciences
Virtual Career Fair
Tuesday, November 9th, 2021, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

The 16th Annual Major/Minor Fair
Tuesday, October 27, 11:30 a.m.— 1:00 p.m., MC Forum
Students having difficulty choosing a major or a minor can learn more about which careers would correlate to their choices. Visit academic tables, Career Services, and International Education (Study Abroad). Students can ask questions about classes and skills needed for the major/minor they are considering, and how graduate school and internships play a role.