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EVENTS CALENDAR :: SPRING 2008 

Stonehill College is pleased to present the highlights of academic and co-curricular activities for the 2008 spring semester.

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Student Success Series
Dreams
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Stanger 201
Contact: Christopher Bailey, Ph.D.; Heather Mills, B.A., The Counseling & Testing Center (508-565-1331)

This program is open to all Stonehill students who register in advance by email (cbailey@stonehill.edu) to attend, space-permitting. 

Data related to student dream frequency and content, as well as various dream collection methods and theoretical interpretations will be covered. A group dream analysis technique in which all attendees can participate will be demonstrated.

Study Abroad General Information Session
January 23, 2008
6:00 pm, Cleary Dining Room 
Contact: Alice Cronin, International Programs (x 1021)

An informational meeting geared toward sophomores who may be interested in studying or interning abroad. Students will hear from the International Programs staff and from students who have returned from a semester abroad.

Reflections from the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHISC) Vigil Trip
January 24, 2008
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Chapel of Mary
Contact: Maura Proulx, Campus Ministry (508-565- 1220)

The School of the Americas, now known as the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation, has long been known for training "soldiers in counterinsurgency techniques, sniper training, commando and psychological warfare, military intelligence and interrogation tactics. These graduates have consistently used their skills to wage a war against their own people" (from SOA Watch). 

A group of 12 Stonehill students traveled to Fort Benning, Georgia, to participate in an annual vigil honoring the lives of those who have been killed as a result of these injustices. The vigil also seeks to close this school through this and other vigils, nonviolent protests, and media work. Come listen to the students' stories about this experience.

PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT SPEAKER SERIES
Sandra Allen O’Connor, Ph.D. (Industrial/Organizational Psychology)
January 28, 2008 
4:00 pm, Location TBA
Contact: Bonnie Klentz, Psychology Department (508-565-1247) 

Vice President and Principal Consultant with Personnel Decisions International, Boston Office,
Dr. O’Connor will present information about the field of Industrial/Organizational Psychology and present specific examples of her consulting work with Global 1000 organizations. 

SOCIAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH SERIES
Health Care for All
January 28, 2008
7:00 pm, Location TBA
Contact: Peter Ubertaccio, Martin Institute (508-565-1131)

Join the Martin Institute as we begin our spring series with John E. McDonough, Executive Director of Health Care for All, Massachusetts’ leading consumer health advocacy organization. From 1998 through 2003, he was an Associate Professor at the Heller School of Brandeis University and a Senior Associate at its Schneider Institute for Health Policy and he currently teaches at the Harvard School of Public Health. Professor McDonough will speak on health care reform in Massachusetts and nationally.

Be the Change Series
Pierre Monette, Jr.
January 28, 2008 
7:00pm, Martin 
Contact: Liza Talusan, Intercultural Affairs (508-565- 1363)

Pierre Monette, Jr., is a visiting Associate Professor of Clinical Law at Suffolk University, and a graduate of Boston College and the New England School of Law. Mr. Monette has been on the staff of the Juvenile Justice Center and the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS). His areas of expertise are in criminal and juvenile delinquency defense work.

CAREER SERVICES CORNER
Resumes 101
January 29, 2008
7:00 pm – 8:00pm, Stanger 209
Contact: Kathy Kilbane (508-565-1325)

This presentation will provide students of all classes and majors an opportunity to see what a college resume should include and look like.

Student Success Series
Procrastination
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Stanger 201
Contact: Christopher Bailey, Ph.D.; Heather Mills, B.A., The Counseling & Testing Center (508-565-1331)

This program is open to all Stonehill students who register in advance by email (cbailey@stonehill.edu) to attend, space-permitting. 

This program reviews potential causes, correlates, and consequences of academic procrastination. A self-assessment of procrastination will be included. For students who are considering altering their behavior, beginning change strategies will also be covered.

War: A Yearlong Discussion hosted by the Martin Institute
My Country, My Country
January 30, 2008 
4:00 pm, Martin 105
Contact: Peter Ubertaccio, Martin Institute (508-565-1131) 

Join the Martin Institute for a screening of the film My Country, My Country.

Focus the Nation: A National Teach-in -- Global Warming Solutions  for America January 30-31, 2008 
10:00am-8:30pm, Martin Auditorium and Dining Commons
Contact: Maura Tyrrell, Science Building 119 (508-565-1204)

On Wednesday, January 30, and Thursday, January 31, Stonehill faculty and students will participate in the Focus the Nation Teach-In, a national event engaging millions of students and citizens with political leaders and decision makers about Global Warming Solutions.

The 2% Solution Webcast 
On Wednesday, January 30, join us in Alumni Hall at 8pm  for a webcast with Stanford University climate scientist Stephen Schneider, sustainability expert Hunter Lovins, and green jobs pioneer Van Jones and youth climate leaders for a discussion of global warming solutions. Audiences can weigh in with cell phone voting. 

Presentation Marathon
On Thursday, Stonehill faculty from the humanities and the natural and social sciences will facilitate 13 back-to-back, half-hour lectures/discussions on many topics related to global warming problems and solutions. Most presentations will occur in the Martin Auditorium except where noted. 
Presentation Program (pdf) as of 1/30/08.

Sustainability Fair
During the lunch hours on Thursday, the SEA (Students for Environmental Action) will sponsor a Sustainability Fair in Dining Commons A featuring student, staff and vendor displays helping us all understand the impacts of our choices on global warming.

Global Warming Solutions: What Next? Panel
From 7-8:30pm on Thursday, Professor Cheryl Schnitzer of the Chemistry Department will moderate a panel discussion in the Martin Auditorium which will pull together plans for individual, college-wide and civic changes to reduce global warming impacts.

There are three merit point programs associated with the Teach-In:

1. The 2% Solution, Wednesday, January 30, 8-9pm, Alumni Hall 
2. Sustainability Fair, Thursday, January 31, 11:00am-2pm Dining Commons A 
3. Global Warming Solutions: What Next? panel discussion, Thursday, January 31, 7-8:30pm, Martin Auditorium

Everyone interested in learning more about these critical issues is encouraged to attend!