This week brings a workshop on hate speech vs. free speech, Pizza & Perspectives on South America, a discussion of one of America's most important conservative thinkers, fall fun at CU on Friday and more.
Monday, Oct. 8
Global Seminar info sessions
Join Education Abroad to learn how you, too, can study operations management in Valencia, Spain; culture wars in Rome; or the athlete as a national symbol in Lima, Peru. Learn more during these information sessions.
- Operations Management (Valencia, Spain) – 5:30 p.m. in KOBL 350
- Culture Wars (Rome, Italy) – Oct. 10, 5 p.m., in ECCR 151
- Cultures of Activism (Lima, Peru) – Oct. 11, 4:30 p.m. in C4C N215
Trivia Night
Head to The Connection for Trivia Night! This event is free to enter; teams and individuals are welcome. Sign up begins at 6 p.m., and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Test your knowledge of everything from celebrities to sports to history and more—there are prizes for top finishers!
Tuesday, Oct. 9
State of the Campus address
Join the campus community for Chancellor DiStefano's annual State of the Campus address at 9 a.m. in the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom. Doors open at 8:15 a.m. for refreshments and conversation.
Finding a career in arts and humanities workshop
Career Services and Academic Advising will present an interactive workshop at 3 p.m. in UMC 247 with an opportunity to talk with advisors and enjoy snacks before and after the presentation.
Advance screening: Bad Times at the El Royale
Program Council Film Series presents a free special advance screening of the highly anticipated movie, Bad Times at the El Royale, a few days before it gets released. The movie starts at 8 p.m. in Chem 140. Tickets are required and must be picked up at the Program Council office in UMC 401 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday–Friday) before the movie.
Wednesday, Oct. 10
Activate: Free Speech or Hate Speech, What’s the Difference?
Enjoy free food and learn about activism, free speech and legal issues on our campus and beyond. This workshop begins at 4 p.m. in UMC 245.
International Students Bubble Ball
Join Rec Services and International Student Scholar Services for a fun game of bubble ball in The Rec turf gym at 4 p.m. No registration or experience needed.
Thursday, Oct. 11
Pizza & Perspectives: South America
Come hear different South American student perspectives on culture, life in the U.S. and life back home. Plus, get a chance to ask your own questions and enjoy free pizza! Starts at noon in UMC 247.
Imagination Rules the World: Russell Kirk and Conservatism
Come learn about Russell Kirk, one of the most important American conservative thinkers. Kirk's rejection of big government and big business placed him at odds with much of the conservative political movement. Gerald Russello, editor of The University Bookman (kirkcenter.org), will lead the discussion. Starts at 5:30 p.m. in Hale 230.
Friday, Oct. 12
CU on Friday
Students, faculty and staff are invited to join this fun UMC tradition! This month's theme is A Halloween Treat, sponsored by Health Promotion. Visit The Connection at 4 p.m. to decorate cookies and enjoy free pumpkin bread, hot apple cider and other snacks.
