Spring 2016 Colloquia
Spring 2016 Colloquia
Spring 2016 Colloquia
The following events have been scheduled for the Spring 2016 semester. More events are being schedule; please check back often to see the full list of colloquia for the spring of 2016.
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Center Atrium |
A Day of Dialogue: A Dialogue on Race, Difference, Inclusion, Tolerance, and Freedom of Expression on College CampusesNJIT's Vice President for Academic Support and Student Affairs, Dr. Charles J. Fey, invites the university community to participate in a day of dialogue with guest speaker Dr. Felicia McGinty, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at Rutgers University. Dr. McGinty leads the Student Affairs Office at Rutgers-New Brunswick with a forward-thinking, student-centered philosophy to enhance the co-curricular experience and promote student success. Her particular professional interest and expertise encompass student recruitment, retention, and graduation; academic advising; first year programs; counseling and psychological services; and the creation of climates of support for diverse student populations. Breakout sessions will follow Dr. McGinty's address to consider the state of diversity and inclusion on our campus. |
Thursday, January 28, 2016 4:00 p.m. Campus Center Atrium |
How to Control a Zombie Army: The New Science of Neuroparasitology
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Free Speech DebateJoin in a debate about NJIT's free speech and Title IX policies. |
Friday, February 12, 2016 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Campus Center Atrium |
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Monday, February 22, 2016 10:00 a.m. Campus Center Atrium |
President's Forum - Dr. Julian Goldman
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Thursday, March 3, 2016 Various times Campus Center Atrium |
Naming Ceremony, Martin Tuchman School of ManagementKeynote Address Colloquium: A New Era of Business with the Power of STEM
Students are asked to pre-register to attend either of these events. Attendance at either event will be counted as colloquium credit. |
Thursday, March 3, 2016 7:00 p.m. Jim Wise Theater |
Jesus Christ SuperstarThis 1970 rock opera (music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Tim Rice) is loosely based on the Gospels' accounts of the last week of Jesus' life, beginning with the preparation for the arrival of Jesus and his disciples in Jerusalem and ending with the crucifixion. It highlights political and interpersonal struggles between Judas Iscariot and Jesus that are not in the Bible narratives. (Wikipedia). The Thursday evening performance will feature a talk back session. Tickets ($15) can be purchased online at runjitsuperstar.eventbrite.com. Tickets will be held up to 10 minutes before curtain. Students wishing to receive colloquium credit for this performance should pre-register here. |
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Center Atrium |
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Wednesday, March 23, 2016 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Jim Wise Theatre |
Faculty Jazz ConcertThe faculty from NJIT and Rutgers University-Newark present, through the Jim Wise Endowment Archive, a concert of faculty who are professional jazz musicians. The concert features: David Rothenberg, NJIT Department of Humanities/Science, Technology, and Society Program; David Rimelis, NJIT Department of Humanities/Theatre Arts and Technology Program and Music Initiative Conductor; Lewis Porter, Rutgers Newark Director of the Graduate School of Jazz Studies; with Bassist Adam Lane ("one of the most creative voices in contemporary jazz"); and drummer Louis T. Grassi, noted for recordings on radio, TV, and noted publications. |
Friday, April 1, 2016 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Center |
Women Designing the Future Conference: Digital Realities, Today and TomorrowSponsored by the Murray Center for Women in Technology, this day-long event features presentations by Mollie Ruskin, Product and Serviced Designer, The United States Digital Service, The White House; The Emblematic Group; and a number of women entrepreneurs (see the
Honors students should register using this link - ALL students are welcome! Faculty, Staff, Administrators, and other guests, please click here to register. |
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Jim Wise Theater |
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Friday, April 15, 2016 Time to be announced |
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Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Campus Center Ballroom A |
A Glimpse of India Cultural ShowA Glimpse of India Cultural Show includes a fashion show, dance performances, instrumentals, and singing performances by our very own student population to showcase the culture of India. |
Friday, April 22, 2016 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Campus Center Ballroom A |
STS Forum: BP Oil SpillOn the sixth anniversary of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, speakers Kim Waddell (PhD), Senior Program Officer with the Gulf Research Program, and Mr. Dave Westerholm, Director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), speak to students about the event and its repercussions. |
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Center Gallery Outside Murray Center |
Women in the Workplace PanelALL students are invited to come and hear women professionals discuss their experiences in the workplace. |
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 2:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Campus Center Atrium |
NJIT String and Wind EnsemblesThe faculty, staff, and students of NJIT once again present their string and wind ensembles concert. Join us on reading day for the final open colloquium of the semester. |
May 18 - 19, 2016 Washington, D.C. |
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