What’s Happening — September 2008
Metropolitan Campus
1 Mon.; Labor Day Holiday. 1 Mon.–12/12 Fri.; Exhibit, “Photography by Eric Dong”; Metro Writing Studio, Weiner Library, Mon.–Thu., 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2140.
1 Mon.–26 Fri.; Art Exhibit, “Interior/Exterior,” oil paintings by Richard Castellana, humanities/fine arts and director, BA in interdisciplinary studies; Gallery, Edward Williams Hall, Mon.–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2449.
2 Tue.; Last Day for New Registrations.
3 Wed.–10/10 Fri.; Photography Exhibit, “When Dreams Whisper,”works by Hildi Borkowski; Second Floor, Weiner Library, Mon.–Thu., 8 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.–5p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun., noon–10 p.m.; 7 Sun., Opening Reception, 2–4 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2608.
4 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Epstein Barr Virus Incarcenogenesis,” Vishal Soni, research scientist, InnoPharma, Inc., Monmouth, N.J.; Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, 5:25–6:25 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.
6 Sat.; Bus Trip, Statue of Liberty, N.Y.; bus departs Student Union Building Circle 10 a.m., sign up at Information Booth, Student Union Building, free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
9 Tue.; Final Drop/Add Changes and Registrations with Special Permission.
10 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for College Students with Learning Disabilities, for parents and prospective students; Regional Center Office, Fifth Floor, Robison Hall, 10 a.m., free, limited seating, reservation necessary, for reservations and information call 201-692-2087 or e-mail graceh@fdu.edu.
10 Wed.; Fundraising Bazaar, flashdrives, jewelry and other items from Shenzhen Market, proceeds to benefit victims of Sichuan, China, earthquake, sponsored by Chinese Students Friendship Association; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
10 Wed.; Academic Convocation, includes Distinguished Faculty and Pillars of FDU awards, keynote speaker Ban Ki-moon, secretary-general, United Nations; Dreyfuss Theater, Dreyfuss Building, College at Florham, 1:15 p.m., limited seating, tickets required, faculty marching: call x8081 to register; faculty/staff not marching: tickets on first-come, first-served basis, call campus provosts offices at 201-692-2479 (Metropolitan Campus) or 973-443-8081 (College at Florham); Reception follows, Hennessy Hall (Mansion), for FDU community only.
10 Wed.; Workshop, “Introduction to APA Format,” basics of APA formatting, practice exercises, Kyoko Waseda-Hida, English; Metro Writing Studio, Second Floor, Weiner Library, 3:45–5:15 p.m., free, for information e-mail boydj@fdu.edu or go to http://ucoll.fdu.edu/metro, for FDU community only.
11 Thu.; Fundraising Bazaar, flashdrives, jewelry and other items from Shenzhen Market, proceeds to benefit victims of Sichuan, China, earthquake, sponsored by Chinese Students Friendship Association; Lobby, Student Union Building, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
11 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Bacteria and Metals,” Tamar Barkay, biochemistry/microbiology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J.; Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, 5:25–6:25 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.
11 Thu.; Undergraduate Degree Information Session for Adult Learners, individualized studies and business, Kenneth Vehrkens, dean, Petrocelli College, and Janette Shurdom, administrative director, undergraduate programs/student services, Silberman College; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, 6–8 p.m., free, RSVP necessary, to RSVP go to http://www.fdu.edu/achieve, for information call 201-692-7346 or e-mail arivers@fdu.edu.
12 Fri.; English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversational Lunch, non-native speakers practice spoken-language skills, focus on American sports and leisure, guided by Jeanette Adams, University College; Metro Writing Studio, Weiner Library, 1–2:30 p.m., lunch served, free, for information call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
13 Sat.; Bus Trip, Feast of San Gennaro, N.Y.C.; bus departs Student Union Building Circle 1 p.m., sign up at Information Booth, Student Union Building, free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
13 Sat.; 2008 Division I Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, sponsored by Division I athletics and alumni relations; Grand Ballroom, Marriott at Glenpointe, Teaneck, N.J., reception 6:30 p.m., dinner/ceremony 7:30 p.m., $100, $85 previous inductees, for reservations and for information call 201-692-9552.
16 Tue.; Paralegal Studies Program Open House; Room 1129, Dickinson Hall, 6 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8690 or e-mail paralegal@fdu.edu.
16 Tue.; Latino Heritage Month Opening Ceremony and Salsa Lesson, co-sponsored by student life and Multicultural Council; Rutherford Room, Student Union Building, 8–10 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
17 Wed.; Workshop, “I Got My First Assignment — Now What?” Craig Mourton, director, student life; Metro Writing Studio, Second Floor, Weiner Library, 3:45–5:15 p.m., free, for information e-mail boydj@fdu.edu or go to ucoll.fdu.edu/metro, for FDU community only.
18 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Triggering of Acute Cardiac Disease by Air Pollution,” David Rich, epidemiology, School of Public Health, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, N.J.; Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, 5:25– 6:25 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.
20 Sat.; Explore FDU! Information Session, information about majors, concentrations, scholarships and financial-aid opportunities, internship and study-abroad programs; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., free, registration necessary, for registration and information call 201-692-7308 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5617.
21 Sun.; Bus Trip, Central Park, N.Y.C.; bus departs Student Union Building Circle 11 a.m., sign up at Information Booth, Student Union Building, free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
22 Mon.; 11th Annual Robert T. Shields/FDU Alumni Golf Outing, sponsored by Division III athletics and alumni relations; Cedar Hill Country Club, Livingston, N.J., registration/practice range 10 a.m., brunch 10:30 a.m.–noon, shotgun tee-off noon, cocktails 5 p.m., dinner/awards/silent auction follow, $330 per golfer, $1,200 foursomes (registered before September 1), $1,300 foursomes (registered after September 1), $100 cocktails/dinner only, for sponsorship opportunities/information call 973-443-8923 or e-mail mrusso@fdu.edu.
22 Mon.; Financial Planning Program Open House; Room 1129, Dickinson Hall, 6 p.m., free, for information call 973-443-8990.
23 Tue.; Tuesday Night Salsa Lesson, taught by professional instructors, sponsored by Multicultural Council; Multipurpose Room, Student Union Building, 9–11 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
24 Wed.; TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling, Peter Contini, TIAA-CREF representative, sponsored by human resources; Room 2245, Dickinson Hall, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., by appointment, free, for appointment and information call 1-877-658-4221.
24 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for College Students with Learning Disabilities, for parents and prospective students; Regional Center Office, Fifth Floor, Robison 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.; Annual Activities Fair, information tables on student organizations and student life; Library Green, noon–3 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
24 Wed.; Workshop, “Beyond Wikipedia: Doing Real Research,” variety of online databases, search engines and resources for academic research, Kathleen Stein-Smith, director, public services, Weiner Library; Metro Writing Studio, Second Floor, Weiner Library, 3:45–5:15 p.m., free, for information e-mail boydj@fdu.edu or go to http://ucoll.fdu.edu/metro, for FDU community only.
25 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Linnaeus and His Role in Botany,” Robbin Moran, curator, New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, N.Y.; Room 4468, Dickinson Hall, 5:25–6:25 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.
25 Thu.; Bus Trip, Broadway, N.Y.C., “Gypsy,” co-sponsored by student life and Multicultural Council; buses depart Student Union Building Circle 6 p.m., $20 FDU faculty/staff, $15 FDU students, sign up at Information Booth, Student Union Building, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
26 Fri.; English as a Second Language (ESL) Conversational Lunch, non-native speakers practice spoken-language skills, focus on American sports and leisure, guided by Jeanette Adams, University College; Metro Writing Studio, Weiner Library, 2:30–4 p.m., lunch served, free, for information call 201-692-2166, for FDU community only.
27 Sat.; Explore FDU! Information Session, information about majors, concentrations, scholarships and financial-aid opportunities, internship and study-abroad programs; Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., free, registration necessary, for registration and information call 201-692-7308 or go to http://view.fdu.edu/default.aspx?id=5617.
27 Sat.; Bus Trip, Liberty Science Center, Jersey City, N.J.; bus departs Student Union Building Circle 11 a.m., sign up at Information Booth, Student Union Building, free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
29 Mon.–10/31 Fri.; Art Exhibit, “Figures in Flux,” works by Ann Taxier, English; Gallery, Edward Williams Hall, Mon.–Fri., 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Sat., 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; 10/5 Sun.; Opening Reception with Chamber Music Concert, All Seasons Chamber Players, 2–4:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2449.
30 Tue.; United Nations Videoconference, “Crises in Poverty Alleviation and Food Supplies,” with Romesh Muttukumaru, director, Partnerships Bureau, United Nations Development Programme; Room 1132, Continuing Education Suite, Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m., free, for information call 973-443-8876.
30 Tue.; Tuesday Night Salsa Lesson, taught by professional instructors, sponsored by Multicultural Council; Multipurpose Room, Student Union Building, 9–11 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2231, for FDU community only.
