Metro Campus This Month

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

September 2023 

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, 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 2249, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

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), 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.

9 Sat.; Saturday Campus Tour, information session and campus tour; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, check-in time 9:45 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information go to Visit an FDU Campus, call 201-692-7308 or email v.xhaka@fdu.edu.

9 Sat.; Bus Trip, Palisades Park Mall, West Nyack, N.Y.; bus leaves from Student Union Building (SUB) Circle 11:30 a.m., $5 deposit, limited seats available, sign up at SUB Information Desk, for information call 201-692-2045, for FDU students only.

10 Sun.; Watch NFL Live, Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants Football Game; Bridge Café, 8 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-2045, for FDU community only.

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

11 Mon.; 9/11 Memorial Service, flag-raising ceremony; In front of Student Union Building, noon, free, for information call 201-692-2045, for FDU community only.

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.; Commuter Brunch, opportunity for commuter students to meet and mingle with various departments on campus; Multipurpose Room, Student Union Building, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2045, 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 2249, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 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 (Flor); 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.; 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 201-692-2716 or email agmalone@fdu.edu.

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.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS), 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 (Flor); 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.; TIAA On-campus Individual Counseling Session, with Joe Del Grande, financial consultant, TIAA, Hackensack, N.J., sponsored by human resources; Room 2245, Second Floor, Dickinson 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.

15 Fri.–10/15 Sun.; Hispanic Heritage Month, Book Exhibit, “Hispanic Caribbean Literature and Identity, books that represent literature, culture and history of Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Cuba, cosponsored by FDU libraries and Hispanic Heritage Month Committee; Reference Desk, Second Floor, Metropolitan Campus Library, 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 m.john@fdu.edu.

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.

18 Mon.; Public Affairs Lecture Series, “Artificial Intelligence: Benefits and Risks,” Erdal Kose, computer science, 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, 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.; Academic Support Center Fall 2023 Workshop Series, “Boost Your Time-management Skills: Avoiding the All-nighter,” tackling procrastination and time-management practices, with Academic Support Center staff; Room 503, Robison Hall, 2:30–3:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-2076, for FDU students 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 (Flor); 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 2249, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

19 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in MLA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); 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.; Academic Support Center Fall 2023 Workshop Series, “The Art of Talking with Your Professor,” etiquette/benefits of interacting with professors and learning how to email instructors successfully, with Academic Support Center staff; Room 503, Robison Hall, 2:30–3:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-2076, for FDU students 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 (Flor); Laureano Corces, Spanish (Flor); Michael Cotto, humanities; Carmen Ferrari, campus director of financial aid; Arlette Hernandez, director of enrollment services (Van); Luz Huertas, history and coordinator, Latin American studies minor (Flor); Maria Nunez, Petrocelli Center; and Marisela Rivera, assistant director for global engagement, global learning, 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.; 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.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in APA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); 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; 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 (Flor); 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.

24 Sun.; FDU Takeover at Yankee Stadium, Bronx, N.Y., New York Yankees vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game; bus leaves from Student Union Building (SUB) Circle 11 a.m., $20, limited seats available, sign up at SUB Information Desk, for information call 201-692-2045, for FDU students 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.; Blood Drive, sponsored by Prehealth Professional Club and student health; Multipurpose Room, Second Floor, Student Union Building, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., free, appointments strongly recommended, donors must be at least 110 lbs., bring ID, eat meal before donation and drink plenty of water before and after donation, for information email cbtaylor@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.; 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 2249, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 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 (Flor); 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.

27 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school teachers/staff; Regional Center Office, Fifth Floor, Robison Hall, 10 a.m., free, limited seating, registration necessary, to register and for information call 201-692-2716 or email agmalone@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, Florham Campus, 2 p.m., free, event will be livestreamed; Reception follows, free, for FDU community only.

27 Wed.; Academic Support Center Fall 2023 Workshop Series, “Reading: Effective Strategies for College,” effective academic strategies to maintain focus, determine importance and retain information, with Academic Support Center staff; Room 503, Robison Hall, 2:30–3:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-2076, for FDU students only.

27 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS), 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.; 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.; Fall 2023 Career Expo, for students of all majors and years and alumni; meet with recruiters for professional fulltime positions, internships and volunteer roles; sponsored by career development; Rothman Center, 3:30–5:30 p.m., free, dress professionally and bring résumés, free professional headshots provided by alumni relations, for information call 201-587-6675 or email career@fdu.edu, for FDU students and alumni only.

28 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Strategies for First-year Students,” David Biel, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); 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.; Biology Seminar, “Wakefulness from General Anesthesia: Relevant Translational Models,” Mohammad Mansouri, associate research scientist, anesthesiology, Columbia University, N.Y.C.; Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, 5:30–6:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2330.

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.; Hispanic Heritage Month Festival, celebrate with student life, food, performances, giveaways and more; SUB, 6–10 p.m., free, for information email fdumetromarketing@gmail.com or call 201-692-2231, for FDU community.

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.

30 Sat.; Family and Friends Day, face painting, spin art, mini golf, boardwalk games, music and food, sponsored by student life; Commencement Green, noon–4 p.m., free, reservation for faculty/staff food tickets necessary, RSVP by 9/22 Fri., to RSVP and for information email l.darzano@fdu.edu.edu, for FDU community, families and friends only.