Metro Campus This Month
To submit an event, contact Carol Black at black@fdu.edu
March 2023
1 Wed.–4 Sat.; Women History Month, Art Exhibit, “Invisible Room,” examination of female creativity through painting, photography, sculpture and poetry, curated by Sunhee Yoon, Becton College, in collaboration with Julia Wagner, academic writing and director, Metro Writing Studio; featuring works by Jihye Baek, Minjung Lee, Yukiko Nakashima, Eunsun Park, Julia Wagner, Jeonmee Yoon and Sunhee Yoon; University Hall Art Gallery, Room 11, University Hall, Mon.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; 2 Thu.; Artists’ Talk, 1:30–2:30 p.m., free, for information email yoonsunhee1969@gmail.com or call 646-460-0952.
1 Wed.–6 Mon.; Food Drive, Knights Care Food Pantry, donations include bottled water; food items (canned [meats/vegetables/fruits], instant/microwaveable food, breakfast, snacks); toiletries/feminine hygiene products; and toilet paper and cleaning/laundry items; Knights Care Food Pantry (across from University Hall), 10 a.m.–4 p.m., donation boxes also at Dickinson Hall Lobby, Student Union Lobby and Robison Hall Lobby, for information go to Knights Care Food Pantry.
1 Wed.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Introduction to APA Format,” Danielle DesFosses, Becton College and tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 98672200157; passcode: 066883), 2–3:30 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
1 Wed.; Spring 2023 Virtual Recruiting Fair, sponsored by career development; Zoom, 2:30–5:30 p.m., free, registration via FDUHandshake, for information email rstalgai@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
1 Wed.; 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 Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
2 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Research and Publishing for Faculty and Graduate Students,” 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 Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
2 Thu.; Hot Topics, “Why Study Painful History?” panelists Luz Huertas, history and coordinator, Latin American Studies minor (Flor); Jordon Nowotny, criminology (Flor); Randall Westbrook, education (Flor); and students Aurora Rifkind, communication major (Metro), and Arantxa Thompson, history major (Flor); moderated by Robert Houle, history (Flor), sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and Florham Campus Student Government Association; Zoom, 7–8:30 p.m., free, for information email boydj@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
2 Thu.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Essential Spoken English for International Students,” Paul Caruso, tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 91572982632; passcode: 891871), 7:30–9 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
3 Fri.; Honors Day 2023, for admitted students, information session about University Honors Program, Honors Academy and Global Scholars, meet-and-greet with honors faculty, Q&A with current FDU honors students from various majors, sample Honors class from choice of subjects and complimentary lunch, sponsored by admissions; Multipurpose Room, Student Union Building, check-in 10 a.m., program 10:30 a.m., free, RSVP necessary, for information call 973-443-8906 or email smbell@fdu.edu.
3 Fri.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for Undergraduate 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 Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
4 Sat.; Virtual Open House, Master of Public Health Program, hosted by Bojana Berić-Stojšić, program director; Zoom, 10 a.m., registration necessary, for information email BStojsic@fdu.edu or mph@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8411.
5 Sun.–26 Sun.; Women’s History Month Exhibits; “The Struggle Continues: Milestones in Women’s History,” including Seneca Falls Convention, ratification of 19th Amendment, Equal Pay Act, passage of Title IX, Roe vs. Wade ruling and its eventual reversal and other historical events within women’s history in United States; “Maternity Health,” aspects of maternity health and issues surrounding maternity care for women of color in United States; Reference Area, 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.
5 Sun.–26 Sun.; Women’s History Month, Exhibit, “Hidden Figures: African American Women,” spotlight on various lesser-known African American women who have made contributions in various fields; Periodicals Section, Ground Level, 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.
5 Sun.–26 Sun.; Exhibit, “Ireland: History, Customs and Traditions,” books on various stages within Irish history as well as cultural aspects of Ireland and people of Irish lineage, in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day; Reference Desk, 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.
6 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Finding Company and Consumer Data,” navigate library databases for company information and consumer data including demographic, psychographic and behavioral information, Michele Nestory, research and instruction librarian/coordinator, Business Research Library; Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email michelel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
6 Mon.; Women’s History Month, Discussion, “Is Progress a Straight Line? Sharing Women’s Experiences, Victories and Struggles Across Time,” intergenerational conversation with students from FDU’s Florham Institute for Lifelong Learning about their experiences as students, professionals and family members through different periods of American’s history, co-moderated by Francesca Degiuli, sociology, and Abagail Eckert, administrative assistant for academic/student affairs, social sciences/history (both Flor), cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and FDU libraries; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 5–6:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email degiuli@fdu.edu or tcruz01@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
7 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.
7 Tue.; Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades K–5 Educators, organized by department of mathematics and computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Zoom, 3:30–6:30 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details 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 wait-list (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.
7 Tue.; Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades 6–8 Educators, organized by department of mathematics and computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Zoom, 3:30–6:30 p.m., free, registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details 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 wait-list (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.
7 Tue.; Bring Your Own Business, helping students start their own businesses, hosted by Paige Soltano, director of placement/outreach, Silberman College, with Matthew Wells, executive director, New Jersey Small Business Development Center at FDU, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Room 2245, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 4–5 p.m., free, registration via FDU Handshake, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
7 Tue.; Wix Website Workshop, basics of creating website using Wix with focus on e-commerce sites, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Room 1149, Dickinson Hall, and via Zoom, 5:30–6:30 p.m., free, attendees receive free one-year subscription to Wix premium plan, registration necessary via FDU Handshake, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
7 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Using Tableau for Data Visualization,” tool for taking and visualizing data to support visual storytelling in research, Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer, research and instruction librarian, and Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email a.tschakertfoertm@fdu.edu, j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
7 Tue.; FDU Arts Talk, Special Screening, “Kaepernick and America,” documentary examines upbringing of Colin Kaepernick, enigmatic athlete-turned icon, how fateful protest came to be and why his decision struck a pivotal nerve with the American populace, with special guest Bill Stephney, producer, principal at Broad Market Media LLC and adjunct faculty member, Tisch School of the Arts, New York University, sponsored by School of the Arts; Auditorium, Metropolitan Campus Library, 7 p.m.; Pizza Party Reception precedes screening (6:30 p.m.), free, RSVP necessary, to RSVP and for information email arts@fdu.edu or call 201-692-2801, for FDU community only.
8 Wed.; Virtual Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school counselors; 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.
8 Wed.; Community Conversation, “Violence, Social Injustice and the Impact on BIPOC (Black and Indigenous People of Color) Mental Health and Identity,” Tiffany Walker, University director of student health services; Knight Club, Student Union Building, 1–2 p.m., free, for information email rmills@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
8 Wed.; Presentation, “Alcohol: Myths and Facts,” William Maurice, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS), sponsored by S-CAPS; Game Room, Student Union Building, 1–2 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174, for FDU community only.
8 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Searching for Books and Articles Using the Discovery Catalog,” Melissa John, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email m.john@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
8 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Leadership, “Mindful Leadership: Cultivating Presence, Self-understanding and Interpersonal Skills through Mindfulness,” Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS), cosponsored by S-CAPS and student life; Zoom, 4–5 p.m., free, for information email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
8 Wed.; Virtual Information Session for 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program, Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey (Northfield [N.J.] Learning Center), each scholarship covers cost of 12 credits for Orton-Gillingham Teacher Certificates issued by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies and endorsed by IMSLEC (International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council) and IDA (International Dyslexia Association), sponsored by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies; Zoom, 5:30 p.m., free, RSVP to graceh@fdu.edu to receive Zoom invite, once selected for scholarship, recipient attends course twice a week at selected center (after-school hours), for information email graceh@fdu.edu, to check session schedules at Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey go to 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program.
9 Thu.; Virtual Panel Discussion, “Careers in Law Firms When You’re Not a Lawyer,” sponsored by career development; Zoom, 4–5 p.m., free, registration via FDUHandshake, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
9 Thu.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Advanced APA Format,” Helen Kuttner, Becton College and tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 93555098206; passcode: 431652), 4–5:30 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
9 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for ESL Students,” introduction to web-translation tools for websites, databases and PDFs; citation tools and how to create search statements; English and Spanish handouts available, Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
10 Fri.; Monthly Coaching Corner, “Coaching for Team Performance,” Jo Colontonio, award-winning executive business coach/CEO, Ignite Business Partners, Marlton, N.J., cosponsored by Ignite Business Partners and Silberman Entrepreneurship Center; Zoom, noon, free, registration necessary, for information email srslavin@fdu.edu or jo@ignitebusinesspartners.com.
11 Sat.; Virtual Open House, Master of Social Work Program, hosted by program faculty and Zakia Clay, program director; Zoom, 11 a.m., registration necessary, for information email zakiaclay@fdu.edu.
13 Mon.–17 Fri.; Spring Recess.
13 Mon.; The Working Group on Girls Youth Conversation Circle, “Education in the Digital Age for Achieving Gender Equality and the Empowerment of All Women and Girls,” for girls and young women between 14 to 22 years old, hosted during 67th Session of Commission on the Status of Women; Zoom, 4–5:30 p.m., free, registration necessary by 3/10 Fri., for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
13 Mon.; Virtual Information Session for 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program, Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey (Scotch Plains [N.J.] Learning Center), each scholarship covers cost of 12 credits for Orton-Gillingham Teacher Certificates issued by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies and endorsed by IMSLEC (International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council) and IDA (International Dyslexia Association), sponsored by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies; Zoom, 5 p.m., free, RSVP to graceh@fdu.edu to receive Zoom invite, once selected for scholarship, recipient attends course twice a week at selected center (after-school hours), for information email graceh@fdu.edu, to check session schedules at Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey go to 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program.
14 Tue.; Wroxton College Alumni Reception, celebrate Wroxton experience with Dean Nicholas Baldwin, classmates and friends, play at Topgolf Swing Suites and enjoy curated menu of appetizers; 1776 by David Burke, 67 E. Park Place, Morristown, N.J., $50 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres, beverages, unlimited games at Topgolf Swing Suites and Wroxton gift), registration necessary by noon 3/13 Mon., for information call 201-692-7017, email fdualumni@fdu.edu or go to Wroxton College Alumni Reception. POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER
15 Wed.; Online Registration for Summer 2023 Sessions Opens.
15 Wed.; NCAA March Madness Watch Parties, FDU Knights vs. Texas Southern Tigers; The Alementary Brewing Co., 58 Voorhis Lane, Hackensack, N.J.; Hackensack Brewing Company, 78 Johnson Avenue, Hackensack, N.J.; and 1776 by David Burke, 67 E Park Place, Morristown, N.J., 6 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email davies@fdu.edu.
20 Mon.; Women’s History Month, Discussion, “University Women: Conversations About Life and Work,” panelists Uchena Baker, vice president for student affairs/dean of students; Siddhi Desai, education; Lu Wang, finance/economics (Van); and Irene Oujo, executive director, Hispanic Center; moderated by Nicole Potdevin, associate University librarian for user services, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor), cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and Women in Business (Metro) student organization; Zoom, 1–2 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email degiuli@fdu.edu or tcruz01@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
20 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Navigating Online Databases and Search Strategies,” Melissa John, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email m.john@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
20 Mon.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Advanced APA Format,” Helen Kuttner, Becton College and tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 93425159031; passcode: 105708), 5–6:30 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
21 Tue.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Introduction to APA Format,” Danielle DesFosses, Becton College and tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 92523992243; passcode: 879015), 2–3:30 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
21 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.
21 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades K–5 Educators, organized by department of mathematics and computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 3:30–6:30 p.m., free, in-person registration and Zoom registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details 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 wait-list (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.
21 Tue.; In-person and Virtual Computer Science Professional Development Workshop for Grades 6–8 Educators, organized by department of mathematics and computer science, Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with FDU STEM Institute of Education; Room 208, Stadler/Zenner Academic Building, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 3:30–6:30 p.m., free, in-person registration and Zoom registration necessary using email issued from school where attendee teaches (one registration per person), registered participants receive details 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 wait-list (if workshop not filled to capacity), for inquiries email khreisat@fdu.edu or sharma@fdu.edu.
21 Tue.; Virtual Presentation, “Intuitive Eating and Exercise,” Scott Fisher, director, Fitness Center, sponsored by student counseling/psychological services and Fitness Center; Zoom, 4–5 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2690 or email sfisher@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
21 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in APA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, and Patricia Miller, writing analyst, Academic Support Center (both Flor); Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email richlan@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
21 Tue.; Virtual Schering-Plough Executive Lecture, “Moving Beyond the Individual: Community-engaged Communication Science and Community Health,” Shawnika Hull, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J., sponsored by communication; Zoom, 6:30–7:30 p.m., for Zoom link and information email gradford@fdu.edu.
21 Tue.; Virtual Information Session for 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program, Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey (Tenafly [N.J.] Learning Center), each scholarship covers cost of 12 credits for Orton-Gillingham Teacher Certificates issued by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies and endorsed by IMSLEC (International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council) and IDA (International Dyslexia Association), sponsored by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies; Zoom, 7 p.m., free, RSVP to graceh@fdu.edu to receive Zoom invite, once selected for scholarship, recipient will attend course twice a week at selected center (after-school hours), for information email graceh@fdu.edu, to check session schedules at Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey go to 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program.
22 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school counselors; Regional Center Office, Fifth Floor, Robison Hall (face masks optional), 10 a.m., free, limited seating, registration necessary, to register and for information call 201-692-2716 or email agmalone@fdu.edu.
22 Wed.; Webinar, “U.N. Emerging Global Leaders Experience: Preparing for Professional Life in the U.N. System,” Julian Caletti, training associate, Division for Multilateral Diplomacy, United Nations Institute for Training and Research; Zoom, noon–1 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
22 Wed.; Presentation, “Brain Health,” William Maurice, psychological counselor, student counseling/psychological services (S-CAPS), sponsored by S-CAPS; Auditorium, Metropolitan Campus Library, noon–1 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174, for FDU community only.
22 Wed.; Wroxton Study-abroad Information Session, with Nicholas Baldwin, dean, Wroxton College, and Brian Swanzey, director of study abroad; Sammartino Room, Lower Level, Metropolitan Campus Library, 12:30 p.m., free, for information email brian_swanzey@fdu.edu.
22 Wed.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Basic Grammar,” Rochelle Moskowitz, Becton College, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 98122956057; passcode: 111495), 3–4:30 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
22 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.
22 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Advanced Research for Undergraduate Students,” David Biel, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); Zoom, 5–5:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email d.biel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
22 Wed.; Women’s History Month, Panel Discussion, “Living in the Post-Roe World: Examining the Abortion Policy in New Jersey,” Supreme Court decision on Dobbs vs. Jackson, with New Jersey Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter, MBA’01 (Metro), moderated by Madelyn Ferrans, law, and student Ashley Sperduto, community engagement chair, She’s the First (both Flor), sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and FDU libraries; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 7–8:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email degiuli@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
23 Thu.; Presentation, “Intuitive Eating and Exercise,” Scott Fisher, director, Fitness Center, sponsored by student counseling/psychological services and Fitness Center; Auditorium, Metropolitan Campus Library, noon–1 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174, for FDU community only.
23 Thu.; Major Madness 2023, students meet with faculty to learn about majors, minors and course offerings; accelerated and special programs; and career and graduate-school options, sponsored by Academic Advisement Center and career development; Lobby, Student Union Building, noon–2 p.m., free, for information email amosca@fdu.edu or call 201-692-2339, for FDU community only.
23 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Citation Management with Mendeley and Zotero,” manage search results, create citations and bibliographies and collaborate with others, Robert Wolf, associate University librarian for technical services, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email wolfrd@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
23 Thu.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Undergraduate Academic Essay and Research,” Paul Caruso, tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom (meeting ID: 97934812135; passcode: 529798), 5:30–7 p.m., free, for information go to Metro Writing Studio or call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
23 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Impact of Tannic Acid on Nisin Encapsulation in Chitosan Particles,” Mihaela Leonida, chemistry and preprofessional studies/graduate school adviser; Room 1144, Dickinson Hall, 5:30–6:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2330.
23 Thu.; Women’s History Month, Panel Discussion, Black Women in Leadership: Our Stories, Our Voices, keynote speaker Kiyanya “Kiki” Haynes, BA’98, actress; panelists Jonnese Arrington, BA’06, MA’16, detective, Confidential Investigations Unit, Bergen County (N.J.) Prosecutor’s Office, and Becton College; Adenah Bayoh, AA’99, BS’01, founder, Adenah Bayoh & Co.; Vaniah Howell, BA’20, animation (Flor); and Carolyn Lowe, BA’78, administrative partner, Lowe & Associates LLC, Philadelphia, Pa.; moderated by Uchenna Baker, vice president for student affairs/dean of students, hosted by alumni relations, student life, community relations and Black Alumni Chapter; Rutherford Room, Student Union Building, 5:30–8:30 p.m., free, registration necessary by 3/21 Tue., for information email j.herr@fdu.edu, call 201-692-7011 or go to Black Women in Leadership.
23 Thu.; Virtual Open House, Master of Public Health Program, hosted by Bojana Berić-Stojšić, program director; Zoom, 7 p.m., registration necessary, for information email BStojsic@fdu.edu or mph@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8411.
24 Fri.; United Nations Briefing on SDG #8, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Kevin Cassidy, director and representative to Bretton Woods and multilateral organizations, International Labour Organization, organized by international education; Zoom, 1 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu.
24 Fri.; 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 Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
25 Sat.; Midterm Progress Reporting Closes.
27 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Note-taking Technologies for Research,” citation and productivity tools and note-taking techniques, Brooke Duffy, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email b.duffy@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
27 Mon.; Virtual Information Session for 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program, Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey (Verdon Skipper Learning Center [Burlington, N.J.]), each scholarship covers cost of 12 credits for Orton-Gillingham Teacher Certificates issued by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies and endorsed by IMSLEC (International Multisensory Structured Language Education Council) and IDA (International Dyslexia Association), sponsored by FDU’s Center for Dyslexia Studies; Zoom, 7 p.m., free, RSVP to graceh@fdu.edu to receive Zoom invite, once selected for scholarship, recipient will attend course twice a week at selected center (after-school hours), for information email graceh@fdu.edu, to check session schedules at Children’s Dyslexia Centers of New Jersey go to 2023 Teacher Scholarship Program.
28 Tue.; Women’s History Month, Panel Discussion, “Women of Color in Law,” prestigious attorneys discuss their experiences and barriers as women of color in law, panelists Sharina Rodriguez, associate, Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, P.C., Chatham, N.J.; Vivian Isaboke, associate, Bressler Amery & Ross, P.C., Florham Park, N.J.; and Clarissa Gomez, associate, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Florham Park, N.J.; moderated by student Marilyn Torres, sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and FDU libraries; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email degiuli@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
28 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.
28 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “Data Visualization I — Data Cleaning 101,” for those creating their own data for research, basics of cleaning up data for visualization tools, Ashley Tschakert Foertmeyer, research and instruction librarian, and Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email a.tschakertfoertm@fdu.edu, j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
28 Tue.; Virtual Schering-Plough Executive Lecture, “Communication Scholar – Activism” Srividya Ramasubramanian, Newhouse Endowed Chair Professor of Communications, Syracuse (N.Y.) University, sponsored by communication; Zoom, 6:30–7:30 p.m., for Zoom link and information email gradford@fdu.edu.
29 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.
29 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Citing Your Sources in MLA,” Robert Richlan, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research, and Patricia Miller, writing analyst, Academic Support Center (both Flor); Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email richlan@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
29 Wed.; Tai Chi Demo Class, introduction to ancient, Chinese martial arts; involves performing relaxed, fluid movements with calm yet focused mental state; instructor Lynn Teale, Becton College; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5–6 p.m., free, limited to first 15 participants, arrive early to guarantee spot, wear comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement, no previous experience required and all abilities welcome, for information call 201-692-2690 or email sfisher@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
30 Thu.; Bus Trip to the United Nations, N.Y.C., Keynote Lecture on “Beyond Colonial Histories,” and Panel Discussion About Museums and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, keynote speaker Bryan Stevenson, founder/executive director, Equal Justice Initiative, Montgomery, Ala.; featured speakers include Taco Dibbits, general director, Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Valika Smeulders, head of history department, Rijksmuseum; Richard Benjamin, head, International Slavery Museum, Liverpool, England; and Alissandra Cummins, director, Barbados Museum and Historical Society, Bridgetown, Barbados; bus departs from Metropolitan Campus (in front of Dickinson Hall, University Plaza Drive) at 5 p.m., event live streamed via UN Web TV 6:30–8:30 p.m. EST, free, to sign up for seat on bus email m.rivera1@fdu.edu, registration necessary to attend lecture/panel discussion, inform m.rivera1@fdu.edu once registered and tickets received (tickets not guaranteed to all registrants), students who attend event eligible to receive Digital Attendance Certificate from United Nations, for information email m.rivera1@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
30 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Writing Research Using Media Resources: Citing Audio and Visual Resources in MLA and APA,” Jordan Boyajian-Torres, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 6–6:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.boyajiantorres@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.
30 Thu.; Women’s History Month, Panel Discussion, “Women in Afghanistan Today,” Nilofar Sakhi, author and policy analyst with expertise in security, geopolitics and peace, and Naheed Farid, former Afghanistan parliamentarian and professional specialist, Princeton University, moderated by Robert Houle, history (Flor), sponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences and FDU libraries; Zoom, 7–8:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email degiuli@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.
30 Thu.; Enchantment Under the Sea (Prom Do-Over); Fitness Center, 8 p.m., $10, tickets on sale 3/1 Wed. (no ticket, no entry), for information call 201-692-2291 or email l.darzano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.
31 Fri.; Online Library Workshop, “Citation Management with Mendeley and Zotero,” manage search results, create citations and bibliographies and collaborate with others, 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 Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.