Florham Campus This Month

To submit an event, contact Carol Black at black@fdu.edu

September 2023

1 Fri.–30 Sat.; Student Design Exhibition, “The Struggle Continues,” graphic design students illustrate women in history who faced difficulties, fought for their countries as well as women’s rights and broke glass ceilings in business and arts; Atrium, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, Mon.–Thu., 8 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun., 2–10 p.m. (University closed on 9/4 Mon. Labor Day), free, for information email joneil@fdu.edu.

1 Fri.–11/30 Thu.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Hispanic Center Art Exhibit, “FDU Latinx Roots,” mixed media, digital art, oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings; pastels; and drawings by FDU students Jasmine Deppol, Michelle Fernandez, Miguel Lazo, Laileni Mendoza Reyes, Alexander Rivera, Sarah Rivera and Oscar Rosario, inspired by their Latinx heritage; Hispanic Center, Fourth Floor, Robison Hall, Metropolitan Campus, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (University closed on 9/4 Mon. Labor Day), free, for information call 201-692-2625 or email oujo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

4 Mon.; Labor Day Holiday.

5 Tue.; Markets Update, Jon Budish, BA’77, MBA’85 (Flor), business faculty (Metro), and founder, Budish Group, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Bloomberg Lab, Room 106, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

5 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades K–5 Educators, organized by mathematics/computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, and via Zoom, 4–7 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details one week prior to workshop, educators who complete workshop receive Professional Development Certificate, non-educators interested in attending should call 973-443-8680 to be included on waitlist (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.

5 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades 6–12 Educators, organized by mathematics/computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, and via Zoom, 4–7 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details one week prior to workshop, educators who complete workshop receive Professional Development Certificate, non-educators interested in attending should call 973-443-8680 to be included on waitlist (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.

6 Wed.; Recruiting Fair Prep, Paige Soltano, director of placement/outreach, Silberman College, dress etiquette, first impressions, résumés and background research, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Zoom, 1–3 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

6 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS) (Metro), sponsored by S-CAPS; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174 or email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

6 Wed.; Virtual Open House, Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, includes overview and Q&A session with MPH faculty; Zoom, 7 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email a.brace@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8230.

7 Thu.; Excel Workshop, Gregory Maniago, mathematics specialist/testing administrator, Academic Support Center, hosted by Academic Support Center; Computer Lab 228, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 4 p.m., free, for information email l.infante@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8538, for FDU students only.

9 Sat.; Saturday Campus Tour, information session and campus tour; Admissions Office, Rothman Building, check-in time 9:45 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information go to Visit an FDU Campus, call 973-443-8900 or email jreneo@fdu.edu.

10 Sun.; Opera at Florham, “Opera Everlasting: Arias and Duets with Strings,” performances by soprano Julianne Casey and tenor Matt Cerillo accompanied by the Rose Quartet (Liana Branscome, violin; Gabriel Anker, violin; Rachel O’Connor, viola; and Alonso Restrepo, cello); artistic direction by Mary Pinto, Opera at Florham artistic director; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, 2–4 p.m., $30 by check (fill out form, make check payable to Opera at Florham and mail to Opera at Florham Treasurer, 712 Ridge Drive, Union, N.J. 07083) or pay at box office on day of performance; $33 if paying online by credit card, $11 students 22 and under, free for FDU students 22 and under, complimentary parking with free shuttle, to purchase tickets and for information go to Opera Everlasting. 

11 Mon.; Last Day for New Registrations and Final Drop/Add Changes.

11 Mon.; Public Affairs Lecture Series, “A Report Card for President Biden’s Foreign Policy So Far,” Jerry Pubantz, political science, University of North Carolina Greensboro, and member, National Advisory Board of Middle East Policy Council, sponsored by FDU’s School of Public and Global Affairs; Bickford Theatre at Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, N.J., 2:15–3:45 p.m., $75 for series (eight lectures), fill out subscription application (indicate seating option preferred: mask required or mask optional), mail subscription application and check (made payable to FDU), to Shelly Feinstein, 2213 Briggs Circle, Livingston, N.J., 07039, walk-ins may check-in at front desk and be put on waitlist, walk-ins admitted 10 minutes before lecture starts, walk-in fee $15, for information email shellyf78@gmail.com or go to Public Affairs Lecture Series 2023.

11 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Library Research for Faculty and Adjuncts,” Leanne Minkoff, digital initiatives librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email l.minkoff@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

12 Tue.; Recruiting Fair Prep, Patricia Wyer, manager of placement/outreach, Silberman College, dress etiquette, first impressions, résumés and background research, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Zoom, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., free, for information email patwyer@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

12 Tue.; Markets Update, Jon Budish, BA’77, MBA’85 (Flor), business faculty (Metro), and founder, Budish Group, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Bloomberg Lab, Room 106, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

12 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for Graduate Students,” Christine Jansen, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email c.jansen@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

13 Wed.; Lifelong Learning Lecture, “Democratic Erosion,” John Schiemann, government/politics (Flor), in partnership with FellowshipLIFE; Fellowship Hall, Fellowship Senior Living, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge, N.J., 1–2 p.m., $25 (nonrefundable/nontransferable), free for Fellowship Village community residents, advance registration necessary, for information go to Lifelong Learning Schedule.

13 Wed.; Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Academic Webinar Series, “India and Great-Power Rivalry,” explore complex dynamics of India’s role in global power struggles, Nirupama Menon Rao, retired diplomate/foreign secretary and former Indian ambassador to United States, sponsored by CFR; Zoom, 1–2 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu.

13 Wed.; Time Management Workshop, Kathleen Svendsen, reading/writing specialist, Academic Support Center, hosted by Academic Support Center; Computer Lab 228, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 4 p.m., free, for information email l.infante@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8538, for FDU students only.

13 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS) (Metro), sponsored by S-CAPS; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174 or email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

13 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Digital Scholarship Series — Note Taking, Productivity and Time-management Tools,” Brooke Duffy, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email b.duffy@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

13 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Writing and Information Literacy,” introduction to Academic Support Services, Disability Support Services and Metro Writing Studio, Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer, research and instruction librarian, both Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, for information email a.tschakertfoertm@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

13 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Strategies for Upper-level Students,” David Biel, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 6–6:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email d.biel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

14 Thu.; Virtual Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school teachers/staff; Zoom, 10 a.m., free, registration necessary to receive Zoom link, to register and for information call 973-443-8981 or email sbrueno@fdu.edu.

14 Thu.; Accounting and Finance Recruiting Fair, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Ferguson Recreation Center, 2–5 p.m., free, registration necessary via FDU Handshake, for information email patwyer@fdu.edu, for FDU students focusing on accounting and finance as majors or minors only.

15 Fri.–10/15 Sun.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Book Exhibit, Latin American Poetry, sponsored by FDU libraries; Reference Room, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, Mon.–Thu., 8 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun., 2–10 p.m., free, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu.

15 Fri.; Tour, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; 230 Park Avenue, Florham Park, N.J., 10 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information email j.strasle@fdu.edu.

15 Fri.; Opera Talk, Joy of Opera Series, “The Operatic Harp,” inclusion of the harp in opera as well as in ballet, Broadway, film, symphony and television with Lou Barrella, opera educator, sponsored by Opera at Florham; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 11:30 a.m., offered as part of Florham Institute for Lifelong Learning (FILL), free, limited seating, registration necessary, registrants after 9/1 Fri. will be waitlisted, face masks optional, for information go to Opera Talk – FILL.

15 Fri.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for ESL [English as a Second Language] Students,” Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

15 Fri.; Homecoming and Family Weekend, “Family Night Celebration,” with Parent’s Dessert Reception and performance by Fairleigh Dance Project; Bottle Hill Room, Santoloci Student Center, 7–9 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 973-443-8575 or email c.reilly@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

16 Sat.; Homecoming and Family Weekend; Campus Tours, with student admissions ambassadors, outside Ferguson Recreation Center (by Ulysses statue), 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., free; Alumni Tailgate, pregame giveaways and games, Parking Lot, 10:30 a.m.–noon, free; Field Hockey Game, Devils vs. Shenandoah University Hornets, Hennessy Field, 11 a.m., free; Pregame Celebration/Alumni, Friends and Family Fall Fest, food trucks (Angry Archies, Pizza Vita, Jersey Johnny’s and Chava’s Empanadas; inflatables and games, adjacent to Robert T. Shields Field, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., $20 (football game ticket and one food truck ticket good for one meal selection), $15 additional food truck ticket (good for one meal selection), $5 football ticket only (complimentary beverages, fall snacks and additional food truck tickets available at Alumni Tent while supplies last), to purchase tickets and to register go to FDU Homecoming Registration; Family Day Celebration, featuring inflatables, photo booth, giveaways, games and more, Devil’s Den (between Santoloci Student Center and Monninger Center for Learning and Research), 11 a.m.–3 p.m., free, registration necessary; Alumni Beer Garden (for alumni and friends 21 and over only), Shields Field, 11 a.m. until end of halftime, tickets for purchase on-site only, $5 for two beer tickets (maximum of two beers per guest), alumni/guests must have valid government-issued ID to enter Beer Garden; Homecoming Football Game, Devils vs. Stevenson University Mustangs, Shields Field, noon, $20 (football game ticket and one food truck ticket good for one meal selection), $15 additional food truck ticket (good for one meal selection), $5 football ticket only, to purchase tickets and to register go to FDU Homecoming Registration (first 50 alumni to register online for game and food truck ticket page will receive free FDU gift at check-in); Women’s Soccer Game, Devils vs. Marywood University Pacers, Shields Field, 5 p.m., free, for information go to FDU Homecoming 2023, email fdualumni@fdu.edu or call 201-692-7106.

17 Sun.; 2023 Division III Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, hosted by FDU Devils Athletics and Alumni Association; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, cocktails/reception noon, induction ceremony/brunch 1 p.m., $150, $125 past inductees, $25 children, registration by 9/5 Tue., for information go to Devils Hall of Fame, for inquiries 973-443-8063 or email j.connolly@fdu.edu.

18 Mon.; Public Affairs Lecture Series, “Artificial Intelligence: Benefits and Risks,” Erdal Kose, computer science (Metro), sponsored by FDU’s School of Public and Global Affairs; Bickford Theatre at Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, N.J., 2:15–3:45 p.m., $75 for series (eight lectures), fill out subscription application (indicate seating option preferred: mask required or mask optional), mail subscription application and check (made payable to FDU), to Shelly Feinstein, 2213 Briggs Circle, Livingston, N.J., 07039, walk-ins may check-in at front desk and be put on waitlist, walk-ins admitted 10 minutes before lecture starts, walk-in fee $15, for information email shellyf78@gmail.com or go to Public Affairs Lecture Series 2023.

18 Mon.; Constitution Day Lecture, “Gambling and Government,” Chris Rasmussen, history and deputy chair, social sciences/history (Metro), sponsored by social sciences/history and FDU libraries; Auditorium, Metropolitan Campus Library, and via Zoom, 2:30–3:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary for Zoom attendees, for information email ribustel@fdu.edu or go to Constitution Day Lecture 2023, for FDU community only.

18 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Methodology for Doctoral Students,” Nicole Potdevin, associate University librarian and director of public services, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 4–4:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email potdevin@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

18 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Searching for Books and Articles Using the Discovery Catalog,” Melissa John, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 6–6:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email m.john@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

19 Tue.; Markets Update, Jon Budish, BA’77, MBA’85 (Flor), business faculty (Metro), and founder, Budish Group, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Bloomberg Lab, Room 106, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

19 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades K–5 Educators, organized by mathematics/computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, and via Zoom, 4–7 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details one week prior to workshop, educators who complete workshop receive Professional Development Certificate, non-educators interested in attending should call 973-443-8680 to be included on waitlist (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.

19 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades 6–12 Educators, organized by mathematics/computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, and via Zoom, 4–7 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details one week prior to workshop, educators who complete workshop receive Professional Development Certificate, non-educators interested in attending should call 973-443-8680 to be included on waitlist (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.

19 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in MLA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 6–6:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email robert_richlan@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

20 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS) (Metro), sponsored by S-CAPS; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174 or email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

20 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Digital Scholarship Series — Data Cleaning 101,” Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, and Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer, research and instruction librarian, both Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4:30–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu, a.tschakertfoertm@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

20 Wed.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Bilingual Panel Discussion, “Pertenesco Aquí (I Belong Here),” professionals of Hispanic descent from the FDU community speaking about their cultural identities, educational experiences and career journeys and share advice with students, panelists Micaela Camacho-Tenreiro, coordinator, School of the Arts; Laureano Corces, Spanish; Michael Cotto, humanities (Metro); Carmen Ferrari, campus director of financial aid (Metro); Arlette Hernandez, director of enrollment services (Van); Luz Huertas, history and coordinator, Latin American studies minor; Maria Nunez, Petrocelli Center (Metro); and Marisela Rivera, assistant director for global engagement, global learning (Metro), cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, FDU libraries and Hispanic Heritage Committee; Zoom, 6–7:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu or go to Pertenesco Aquí, for FDU community only.

21 Thu.; Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school teachers/staff; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, 10 a.m., free, registration necessary, to register and for information call 973-443-8981 or email sbrueno@fdu.edu.

21 Thu.; Virtual Information Session, “Interested in Applying to Law School?” Pete Eraca, assistant dean for JD/graduate admissions, Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, N.J.; Kathryn Espiritu, director of admissions, Fordham University School of Law, N.Y.C.; Brandon Metheny, director of admissions, University of Richmond School of Law, Richmond, Va.; and Matthew Saleh, senior associate dean of admissions/financial aid, Rutgers Law School, Camden, N.J., sponsored by social sciences/history; Zoom, 2:30 p.m. EST, free, for information email chrisr@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

21 Thu.; Panel Discussion, DisruptHR Northern New Jersey 1.0, Sean Baptiste, BS’10 (Metro), chief human resources officer, RWJBarnabas-Rutgers Health Medical Group, West Orange, N.J.; Scott Behson, management (Metro) and author, The Whole-Person Workplace: Building Better Workplaces Through Work-Life, Wellness and Employee Support; Angela Blum-Finlay, BS’01, MBA’02 (Flor), fractional/interim chief human resources officer, chief human capital strategist, Windward Human Capital Management, Convent Station, N.J., and adjunct faculty member, Silberman College; Taylor Buonocore-Guthrie, owner, The Conversation Spark, and cocreator, Convers(ate); Solange Charas, founder/CEO, HCMoneyball LLC, N.Y.C., and adjunct faculty member, Columbia University, N.Y.C., and University of Washington; and Susan Russo, principal, Susan Russo HR LLC, River Edge, N.J., and adjunct faculty member, Silberman College; moderated by Charles (Chuck) Privitera, vice president, Goldman Sachs Ayco Personal Financial Management, N.Y.C., cosponsored by FDU; Lenfell Hall, Hennessy Hall, registration/socializing (complimentary food/drink) 5–6:15 p.m., introductions/speaker presentations 6:15–7:30 p.m., networking 7:30–7:45 p.m., $450 vendor ticket (payroll companies/employment attorney/insurance brokers), $45 HR consultants/recruiting agencies, $25 HR professional/students over 21, RSVP necessary, for information go to DisruptHR. 

21 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in APA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 6–6:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email robert_richlan@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

21 Thu.; Art Gallery Reception, featuring works by Philip Smallwood, watercolor artist and FDU’s inaugural artist-in-residence; Launch of Frederick Smallwood Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, in support of art education at FDU, hosted by School of the Arts; P. Smallwood Art Gallery and Studio, 435 Cypress Court, New Milford, N.J., 7–9 p.m., free, guests have opportunity to purchase works on display, portion of proceeds from sales will benefit Frederick Smallwood Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, registration necessary, for information go to Art Gallery Reception or email arts@fdu.edu, for FDU alumni and friends only.

22 Fri.; Book Tasting Club, bring favorite books to share or listen to recommendations for what to read next, cohosted by Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library, and student Lauren Jackson (Metro); Zoom, 11 a.m.–noon EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

22 Fri.; Online Library Workshop, “Advanced Research for Graduate Students,” Christine Jansen, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email c.jansen@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

25 Mon.; United Nations Virtual Tour, gain deeper understanding of the U.N.’s functions/impact, sponsored by global learning; Tour, 1–2 p.m., free, registration necessary, to register and for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

25 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Navigating Online Databases and Search Strategies,” Melissa John, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email m.john@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

26 Tue.–10/30 Mon.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Art Exhibit, “Música!” beginning graphic design students create imagery for Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 based on Música theme, cosponsored by graphic design and Latin American studies programs; Great Hall, Hennessy Hall, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., free, for information email lhuertas@fdu.edu.

26 Tue.; Data Analytics and Science Guest Speaker, Adam Husein, senior vice president, data/analytics, Firebird; Zoom, 11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m., free, registration necessary via FDU Handshake, for information email m.quinn1@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

26 Tue.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Poetas Bilingües: Bilingual Poetry Reading, Patricia Bazán, foreign languages/literature; Micaela Camacho-Tenreiro, coordinator, School of the Arts; Lynn Reid, rhetoric/composition; David Daniel, creative writing and director, MA in creative writing/literature for educators; and Laureano Corces (via Zoom), Spanish, read poems by famous Latin American poets or read their own poems or translations, sponsored by literature/language/writing/humanities; Rutherford Room, Ferguson Recreation Center, 2:30 p.m., free, for information email lhuertas@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

26 Tue.; Markets Update, Jon Budish, BA’77, MBA’85 (Flor), business faculty (Metro), and founder, Budish Group, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Bloomberg Lab, Room 106, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

26 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Citation Management with Mendeley and Zotero,” Robert Wolf, associate University librarian for technical services, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 4–4:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email wolfrd@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

26 Tue.; Virtual FDU Theater Auditions and Interviews, Cynthia Thole Loewus, musical theater, for prospective theater arts majors (spring and fall 2024); auditions required for majors in musical theater or acting; interviews required for majors in directing and design/tech (including stage management); Zoom, 4:30–6 p.m., free, to audition or to schedule interview fill out form, for information on audition requirements go to Theater Program Auditions and Interviews, for inquiries call 973-443-8902 or email dbalsamo@fdu.edu.

27 Wed.; Lifelong Learning Lecture, “The Great Crash of 1929 and the Making of the New Deal,” Gary Darden, history and chair, social sciences/history (Flor), in partnership with FellowshipLIFE; Fellowship Hall, Fellowship Senior Living, 8000 Fellowship Road, Basking Ridge, N.J., 1–2 p.m., $25 (nonrefundable/nontransferable), free for Fellowship Village community residents, advance registration necessary, for information go to Lifelong Learning Schedule.

27 Wed.; Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Academic Webinar Series, “Health Risks of Climate Change,” impact of climate change on global health, Liz Willetts, planetary health policy director, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Mass., and newsdesk writer, The Lancet – Planetary Health, sponsored by CFR; Zoom, 1–2 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu.

27 Wed.; 2023 Academic Convocation and Presidential Inauguration of Michael J. Avaltroni, featuring introduction of new faculty, presentation of faculty and staff awards and investiture of FDU’s ninth president; Library Lawn, 2 p.m., free, event will be livestreamed; Reception follows, free, for FDU community only.

27 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS) (Metro), sponsored by S-CAPS; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174 or email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

27 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Digital Scholarship Series — Text Analysis Tools,” introduction to R Studio and Voyant tools for visualizing textual data, Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, and Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer, research and instruction librarian, both Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4:30–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu, a.tschakertfoertm@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

27 Wed.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Celebrating Spanish Heritage,” best of Spanish culture, Claudia Arones, Spanish to English ESL instructor, Metro Writing Studio, and Spanish, Livingston (N.J.) High School, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (ID: 929 0438 7024; password: 074540), 5:30–7 p.m. (log-in 10 minutes prior to start of session), free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio, for FDU community only.

28 Thu.; TIAA On-campus Individual Counseling Session, with Joe Del Grande, financial consultant, TIAA, Hackensack, N.J., sponsored by human resources; Fritz Lounge, Second Floor, Hennessy Hall, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., free, limited slots available, registration necessary, for information call 1-800-732-8353, for FDU faculty and staff only.

28 Thu.; UN/NGO Pathways, United Nations Virtual Briefing, “Introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),” with Donald Lee, president, ATD Fourth World International Movement, Pierrelaye, Ile-de-France, and chair, board of trustees, Vegan Society, United Kingdom, sponsored by global learning; Zoom, 1–2 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu.

28 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Strategies for First-year Students,” David Biel, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email d.biel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

28 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Library Research for Faculty and Adjuncts,” Leanne Minkoff, digital initiatives librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 6–6:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email l.minkoff@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

28 Thu.; Virtual Open House, Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, includes overview and Q&A session with MPH faculty; Zoom, 7 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email a.brace@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8230.