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Issue Number 11 • Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 |
Campus ChampionSUNY Cortland University Police Department investigator Melissa Keelhar '10 and her four-legged partner, Meeka, are a familiar sight on campus, most recently as the focal point of the university Employee Assistance Program’s walking program in the Student Life Center. It’s all part of Melissa's belief that the foundations of her job are integrity, empathy, compassion and building positive relationships on campus. A member of Cortland UPD for more than five years, she was sworn in last summer as the department's newest investigator. Melissa is also the catalyst behind UPD’s therapy K9 unit and bringing English Labrador retriever Meekah to campus. Tuesday, Feb. 25Sandwich Seminar: From TVA To Kainji: Damming Nigeria's New Deal Vision for National Transformation: Discussion of the challenges poorer nations face when balancing their development goals with international funders’ ideological and pragmatic concerns. 6 to 7 p.m., Old Main, Room 220. Wednesday, Feb. 26 From Africa to the Americas: Stories of Black Resistance, Resilience, and Success in Heritage and Culture: Interactive panel discussion on African and African American heritage sites. 4 to 6 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. Assumptions and Opinions: Check out scenarios that may cause harm and what to do instead. By Health and Wellness Promotion, the Multicultural Life and Diversity Office and Wellness Peer Educators. 1 to 3 p.m., Neubig Hall Lobby. Study Abroad 101: A weekly information that goes through the entire study abroad process from program selection and application process to scholarships, course approvals and more. 3 to 4 p.m., Old Main, Room 220. Sandwich Seminar: Abolition Feminism and Its Others: As abolition feminism starts to gain traction in feminist and social justice discourses, it’s important to differentiate this conceptualization from those who defend governance or carceral feminist practices. 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., Old Main, Room 220. Thursday, Feb. 27 Understanding and Advocating for Racial Justice Workshop: Join to learn to better understand racial injustice and how to be better allies and advocates for people of color. 4 to 6 p.m., Corey Union, Room 209. Part of the Spring 2025 Ally Development Workshops. Sandwich Seminar: Portraying Racialized Bodies in Early Modernity: This presentation explores the constructs of race created by English persons during the early modern period and the representations of these racialized bodies in drama, poetry and early modern material culture. Noon to 1 p.m., Old Main, Room 220. SAB Tabling: Discover the Student Activities Board and learn how to get involved and connect with fellow students at this fun and interactive tabling event. Hosted by Student Activities Board. 3 to 5 p.m., Corey Union, First Floor. Eleemosynary: A powerful and tender play about three generations of extraordinary women in collaboration with Cortland Repertory Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Cortland Repertory Theatre, Downtown. Tickets at Box Office. Friday, Feb. 28 Regina Grantham: A Gentle Warrior: A celebration of life and a snapshot of the leadership and impact of one of SUNY Cortland’s greatest faculty members. 2 to 4 p.m., Sperry Center, Room 105. Eleemosynary: 7:30 p.m. Cortland Repertory Theatre, Downtown. Tickets at Box Office. Saturday, March 1 Eleemosynary: 7:30 p.m. Cortland Repertory Theatre, Downtown. Tickets at Box Office. Sunday, March 2 Eleemosynary: 2 p.m. Cortland Repertory Theatre, Downtown. Tickets at Box Office. Tuesday, March 4 Blood drive: Noon to 5 p.m., Corey Union Exhibition Lounge. Wednesday, March 5 Brooks Lecture Series: The Secret Dangers of Empathy: Empathy usually has such positive associations. Karen Davis, a SUNY Cortland associate professor of psychology, will explore how extreme forms of empathy contribute to violent behavior. 4:30 to 6 p.m., Moffett Center, Room 115. A reception to welcome speakers precedes each talk at 4 p.m. in the adjacent Brooks Museum. Why Our Members Make Risky Decisions: College students face academic pressure, obligations added by student organizations, and the ever-present social struggle to be accepted amongst one’s peers. This program with Vince Fabra, keynote speaker and comedian, will discuss these forces humor-filled and judgment-free and help you find a guiding purpose rather than obsessing with ego and identity. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Corey Union Function Room. Study Abroad 101: A weekly information that goes through the entire study abroad process from program selection and application process to scholarships, course approvals and more. 3 to 4 p.m., Old Main, Room 220. Thursday, March 6 Safer Sex Express: Ask questions about safer sex, getting tested, abstinence and more. 2 to 3:30 p.m., Neubig Hall lobby. Friday, March 7 Filled Fridge Fridays: Any student in need can take a pre-packed meal in the fridge. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Old Main, Room B05. Hosted by Cortland Auxiliary Services. Tuesday, March 11 SafeZone Workshop: Join as we learn to better understand injustice based on sexual orientation and gender and how to be better allies to the LGBTQ+ community. 3 to 5 p.m., Corey Union Fireplace Lounge. Part of the Spring 2025 Ally Development Workshops. |
Family comes first in production of EleemosynaryThe co-production with Cortland Repertory Theater promises drama and humor that hits home. read more School of Professional Studies names new deanProfessor Katherine Polasek, chair of the Kinesiology Department, begins her duties in July. read more Capture the MomentThe best thing about broomball? Win or lose, it’s always a clean sweep. The classic college sport is just one of the many intramural options and club sport opportunities available at SUNY Cortland this spring. Whether you’re a football phenom or partial to pickleball, there’s a chance to get out and have fun on campus. In Other NewsAlumni twins co-author children’s bookRed Dragons lead countries in mock European UnionSustainability Office introduces spring Green RepsBlack History Month events wrap up Suggest a feature story
Faculty/Staff ActivitiesAlexandru Balas, Jeremy Jimenez and Maria Timberlake participated in an international conference on sustainable development from Jan. 15 to 17 in Mangalore, Karnataka, India. read more Teagan Bradway was elected to the Modern Language Association (MLA) Sexuality Studies Executive Committee and presented at the annual MLA Convention. read more Tracy Hudson received a New York State Senate Commendation Award for having made a lasting impact on the growth and prosperity of the Southern Tier and its residents. read more John Suarez co-organized and conducted the “STEM IS Civic Discourse” event in SUNY’s Public Good U Conference from Feb. 7 to 9. read more Submit your faculty/staff activity
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