What’s Happening — March 2010
College at Florham

1 Mon.–31 Wed.; Art Exhibit, “Transformations: A Visual Ode to Black History in America,” works by Tracy Mac created with proprietary artist-designed software and executed with archival inks on canvas/paper with additional acrylic/other media applied; Orangerie, College at Florham Library, Mon.–Thu., 8:30 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri., 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun., 2–10 p.m. (closed 18 Thu.–19 Fri.), free, for information call 973-443-8516.

1 Mon.; Politics on the PublicMind Series on Law and Society, “Judicial Selection and Judicial Activism,” Donald Coburn, former trial/appellate judge, New Jersey Court System, co-sponsored by PublicMind™ and College at Florham Library; Orangerie, College at Florham Library, 2–3:30 p.m., suggested $85 donation to Friends of the Library for series, free FDU community, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 973-443-8530 or e-mail colleend@fdu.edu.

2 Tue.; United Nations Pathways Videoconference, “The Important Role of Youth in the Future of the United Nations: Past Trends, Likely Future Developments,” with Patrick Sciarratta, executive director, Friendship Ambassadors Foundation, Greenwich, Conn., presented by global learning in conjunction with The Ambassador’s Club at the United Nations; Room 214, Dreyfuss Building, 10–11:30 a.m., free, for information call 973-443-8876.

2 Tue.; FDU Club Networking Event, “Playing it Forward,” keynote speaker Vincent Naimoli, MBA’64, FDU Board of Trustees member; chairman, Tampa Bay Rays; and author, Business, Baseball & Beyond, sponsored by alumni relations; Park Avenue Club, Florham Park, N.J., 5:30–8:30 p.m., $55 (includes cocktail reception and personally signed copy of book), $125 (includes cocktail reception, personally signed copy of book, Q&A with Naimoli and dinner), proceeds benefit Park Avenue Foundation, registration necessary, for registration and information call 201-692-7013 or e-mail fine@fdu.edu.

3 Wed.; Discussion, “After the Fire,” Sean Simons, victim, Seton Hall dormitory fire, co-sponsored by Diversity Council, campus life and Educational Opportunity Fund; Bottle Hill Club, Student Center, Reception 2 p.m., Discussion 3 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8566.

3 Wed.; Black History Month (New Date), Inaugural Workshop Performance, “Black History, Black Voices: A Celebration of African-American Theater,” selection of scenes and monologues from works by August Wilson, Nikki Giovanni and George C. Wolfe, performances by FDU students, directed by Stacie Lents, theater, co-sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and theater arts program; Barn, 4 p.m., free, for information e-mail lents@fdu.edu or marquis@student.fdu.edu.

4 Thu.; United Nations Nongovernmental Organization Briefing, “Making Pregnancy Safer: Achieving Millennium Development Goal #5,” in observance of International Women’s Day (March 8), FDU participation facilitated by global learning, briefing sponsored by Department of Public Information, United Nations; United Nations Headquarters, N.Y.C., 10 a.m., free, pass necessary (must be requested one week prior to briefing), for pass and information call 973-443-8876.

5 Fri.; Black History Month (New Date), Inaugural Workshop Performance, “Black History, Black Voices: A Celebration of African-American Theater,” selection of scenes and monologues from works by August Wilson, Nikki Giovanni and George C. Wolfe, performances by FDU students, directed by Stacie Lents, theater, co-sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and theater arts program; Barn, 4 p.m., Reception follows, free, for information e-mail lents@fdu.edu or marquis@student.fdu.edu.

6 Sat.; Discover Your Major Day, Business, experience interactive program, meet faculty, talk with prospective/current students, optional campus tour, sponsored by admissions; Rutherford Room, Ferguson Recreation Center, 9:30 a.m., free, registration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8900 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=3451.

6 Sat.; Explore FDU! Information Session, majors/concentrations, scholarships/financial-aid opportunities, internship/honors/study-abroad programs, sponsored by admissions; Forum, Rothman Building, 10 a.m., free, preregistration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8900 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5617.

7 Sun.; Annual International School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Student Scholarship/Benefit Dinner, “Celebrating America’s Bounty of Regional Cuisines”; Park Avenue Club, 184 Park Avenue, Florham Park, N.J., cocktails 3–4:30 p.m., dinner 4:30–7 p.m., $65, for information call 201-692-7271.

8 Mon.; Politics on the PublicMind Series on Law and Society, “Shield Laws and the Press,” Lucy Dalglish, executive director, The Reporter’s Committee for Freedom of the Press, co-sponsored by PublicMind™ and College at Florham Library; Orangerie, College at Florham Library, 2–3:30 p.m., suggested $85 donation to Friends of the Library for series, free FDU community, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 973-443-8530 or e-mail colleend@fdu.edu.

8 Mon.; Talk, “Our Place in the Global Village: Qualities and Values Emerging Leaders Need to Live in This Global Society,” Rep. Donald Payne, 10th congressional district of New Jersey, co-sponsored by Diversity Council, campus life and Educational Opportunity Fund; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, 3:30 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8566.

9 Tue.; Women’s History Month, “Pre-, Post-, Pop and Prone: A Hot Topics Panel on the Past, Present and Future of Feminism,” Yolanda Hawkins-Rodgers, psychology and chair, psychology/counseling; Riad Nasser, sociology; and Lona Whitmarsh, psychology, moderated by Sarah Crabtree, sociology, co-sponsored by Dean of Student’s Office and Student Government Association; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 7 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8390 or e-mail kjenkins@fdu.edu.

10 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for College Students with Learning Disabilities, for parents and prospective students; Rutherford Room, Ferguson Recreation Center, 10 a.m., free, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 201-692-2087 or e-mail graceh@fdu.edu.

10 Wed.; Interrogating Boundaries Lecture Series, “Artistic Bridges,” bridging the worlds of comics and philosophy, Fred Van Lente, bestselling author of Marvel Zombies 3 and award-winning Action Philosophers, and co-author of Incredible Hercules, sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 6:30–8 p.m., free, light refreshments served, for free copies of Action Philosophers and Comic Book Comics e-mail dcassino@fdu.edu, RSVP necessary, to RSVP and for information e-mail mmcmahon@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8750.

11 Thu.; O.Berk Company Family Business Forum Seminar, “Social Media Basics for Business: A Simple Approach to Incorporating Social Media Into Your Business Plan,” Brian Moran, founder/president, Moran Media Group, Hohokus, N.J., and Mike Landau, founder/chairman/chief executive officer, SetFocus, Parsippany, N.J.; Rutherford Room, Ferguson Recreation Center, 8–11:30 a.m., free, registration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8880.

11 Thu.; Explore FDU! Information Session, majors/concentrations, scholarships/financial-aid opportunities, internship/honors/study-abroad programs, sponsored by admissions; Forum, Rothman Building, 10 a.m., free, preregistration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8900 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5617.

11 Thu.; United Nations Nongovernmental Organization Briefing, “Water for a Healthy World: The Challenges of Producing Clean Water,” in observance of World Water Day, FDU participation facilitated by global learning, briefing sponsored by Department of Public Information, United Nations; United Nations Headquarters, N.Y.C., 10 a.m., free, pass necessary (must be requested one week prior to briefing), for pass and information call 973-443-8876.

11 Thu.; Poetry and Fiction Reading, by Jimmy Santiago Baca, poet/writer, co-sponsored by college writing, Dean of Students Office and WAMFEST; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, 3:30 p.m.; Bottle Hill Room, Student Center, 7 p.m., book signing follows, free, for information call 973-443-8710.

13 Sat.; Opera Cabaret, “Differences in Opera, Grand Opera and Operetta Cabaret,” Alejandro Garrido, soprano; Steven Snow, tenor; Richard McIntyre, pianist/composer; and Robert Butts, music coordinator/conductor, Opera at Florham; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, 8 p.m., $35, $30 senior citizens 65+, $10 students, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 973-443-8620.

15 Mon.–19 Fri.; Spring Recess.

22 Mon.; Classes Resume, 8 a.m.

22 Mon.; Politics on the PublicMind Series on Law and Society, “The Media’s Influence on Law in the 21st Century,” Bruce Baron, founder, Baron Associates, P.C., and legal commentator, FOX News, MSNBC, CNN and Court TV, co-sponsored by PublicMind™ and College at Florham Library; Orangerie, College at Florham Library, 2–3:30 p.m., suggested $85 donation to Friends of the Library for series, free FDU community, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 973-443-8530 or e-mail colleend@fdu.edu.

24 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for College Students with Learning Disabilities, for parents and prospective students; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 10 a.m., free, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 201-692-2087 or e-mail graceh@fdu.edu.

24 Wed.; Tri-collegiate Career and Graduate School Fair, for FDU, Drew University, College of Saint Elizabeth students and alumni; Simon Athletic Forum, Drew University, Madison, N.J., 1–4 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8939 or e-mail vadams@fdu.edu.

24 Wed.; United Nations Pathways Ambassador Forums, “Sierra Leone — Challenges and Potential,” Shekou Touray, permanent representative of Sierra Leone to the United Nations, presented by global learning in conjunction with The Ambassador’s Club at the United Nations; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, reception 6 p.m., forum 6:30–8 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8876.

25 Thu.; TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling, Peter Contini, TIAA-CREF representative, sponsored by human resources; Sullivan Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., by appointment, free, for appointment and information call 1-800-732-8353.

25 Thu.; United Nations Nongovernmental Organization Briefing in Observance of International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, FDU participation facilitated by global learning, briefing sponsored by Department of Public Information, United Nations; United Nations Headquarters, N.Y.C., 10 a.m., free, pass necessary (must be requested one week prior to briefing), for pass and information call 973-443-8876.

25 Thu.; Second Annual Science and Math Symposium, “Sustainability to Go Green: How Can Teachers Handle Controversies?” discussion of hot topics, science grants for teachers, co-sponsored by the Martinson Family Foundation, BASF Corporation and Fairleigh Dickinson University; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, 4:30–7 p.m., free, RSVP necessary by 18 Thu., to RSVP and for information call 201-692-2862 or e-mail nicolef@fdu.edu.

25 Thu.; FDU Club Networking Event, “Business Woman by Day, Romance Writer by Night,” keynote speaker Shirley Hailstock, MBA’92, novelist, sponsored by alumni relations; Hamilton Park Hotel & Conference Center, Florham Park, N.J., 6–8 p.m., $30 (includes dinner), cash bar, limited space, advance registration necessary, for advance registration and information call 201-692-7013 or e-mailfine@fdu.edu.

25 Thu.; Women’s History Month, “Breaking the Silence: A Conversation About Violence and Women’s Health,” Kate Dunsmore, communication studies; Anthony Tasso, psychology; and Nicole Morella, coordinator of professional training, Jersey Battered Women’s Service, Inc.; Rutherford Room, Ferguson Recreation Center, 6 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8390 or e-mail kjenkins@fdu.edu.

26 Fri.; Institute for Sustainable Enterprise/Center for Human Resource Management Studies (ISE/CHRMS) Breakfast Seminar, “Forging Collaborative Partnerships for Sustainability,” David Grant, president/chief executive officer, Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, Morristown, N.J., sponsored by ISE/CHRMS; Hennessy Hall, 7:30–9:30 a.m., $40, $25 nonprofit organizations, free FDU community and ISE/CHRMS partners, registration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8577 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5033.

26 Fri.; Explore FDU! Information Session, majors/concentrations, scholarships/financial-aid opportunities, internship/honors/study-abroad programs, sponsored by admissions; Forum, Rothman Building, 10 a.m., free, preregistration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8900 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5617.

26 Fri.; Yoga Class, must bring sticky yoga mat, co-sponsored by student health services and Dean of Student’s Office; Aerobics Studio, Ferguson Recreation Center, 12:15–1:15 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8535, for FDU community only.

26 Fri.; Campus Council Meeting; Wroxton Room, Student Center, 2:30 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8586.

26 Fri.; Awards Ceremony, 2010 New Jersey Business Idea Competition and New Jersey Female Entrepreneur Lecture, Lindsay Phillips, founder, SwitchFlops, Cedar Knolls, N.J.; question-and-answer period; winners of New Jersey Business Idea Competition honored; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, reception 6 p.m., awards ceremony 6:30 p.m., lecture 7:15 p.m., free, registration necessary, for registration and information call 973-443-8842.

29 Mon.; Politics on the PublicMind Series on Law and Society, “The New Jersey Supreme Court: New Directions in Policy and Personnel,” Tom Weisert, chief of staff for Jay Webber, state chairman of New Jersey Republican Party, co-sponsored by PublicMind™ and College at Florham Library; Orangerie, College at Florham Library, 2–3:30 p.m., suggested $85 donation to Friends of the Library for series, free FDU community, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservation and information call 973-443-8530 or e-mail colleend@fdu.edu.

31 Wed.; Lecture, “Two Approaches to Health Care Sustainability: National and Global,” Gorik Ooms, Fulbright scholar; Global Justice Fellow, Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, Yale University, New Haven, Conn.; and human rights lawyer, sponsored by global learning; Multipurpose Room, Student Union Building, Metropolitan Campus, 10:30 a.m.–noon, free, limited seating, transportation may be available for College at Florham students (e-mail dcvitan@fdu.edu and indicate if transportation needed), RSVP necessary, to RSVP and for information call 201-692-7161 or e-mail dcvitan@fdu.edu.

31 Wed.–4/11 Sun.; Musical, “Sweet Charity,” by Neil Simon, presented by visual/performing arts, directed by Stephen Hollis, theater and director, theater arts, musical direction by Allen Cohen, music; Dreyfuss Theater, Dreyfuss Building, Wed.–Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.; 4/1 Thu., 11 a.m. (for high-school students); $10, $5 FDU community/students/senior citizens 65+, up to 30 free tickets available for each high school (for 4/1 Thu. show), for tickets call 973-443-8644, ext. 4, for information call 973-443-8467 or e-mail hollis@fdu.edu.