From Words to Actions: Free Speech, When It Goes Too Far
There will be an open discussion on the limitations of free speech held on Nov. 3 in IRC 120. The free event, which is open to the public, will be held between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. and will cover offensive speech, images, verbal bullying and the recent controversy surrounding social networking. Contact the Office of Multicultural Student Services at ext. 2617 or Michael Wade at michaelwade@nullferris.edu for more information.
Speaker Johnnie Tuitel
On Nov. 4, Johnnie Tuitel will be speaking from 11 to noon in the Rankin Dome Room. He will be entertaining students by telling stories about his life. His performances are said to be inspiring and motivational. The free event is sponsored by Disability Awareness Month. Contact Karen GreenBay at ext. 5034 or greenback@nullferris.edu for more information.
Faculty Colloquium Series: Dr. Caroline Stern
English Professor Caroline Stern will be speaking on Nov. 4 from 11 to 11:50 a.m. in STR 130 about her current research paper “A Picture is Worth 1000 Words: Document Design Basics.” She will discuss how people “read” or scan documents and websites. The free event is sponsored by the Department of Languages and Literature. Contact Sharon Robideaux at ext. 3919 for more information.
FSU Theatre Presents: Hairspray
The FSU Theatre’s presentation of the musical Hairspray opens on Nov. 4 at 8 p.m. in Williams Auditorium. There will also be shows on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and a 2:30 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Tickets, which can be purchased online or at the Williams Auditorium box office, are $4 for students, $6 for seniors and $8 for adults. Contact Katherine La Pietra at lapietrk@nullferris.edu or ext. 2108 for more information.
Patient Exposure: Do You CARE? By Dr. Gary L. Deuhring
On Nov. 9 Dr. Gary Duehring will be discussing the CARE Bill from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in SCI 126. Deuhring is experienced on the subject, having been involved with the CARE Bill since its existence. The free event is sponsored by the Political Engagement Project. Contact Vickie Streeter at streetev@nullferris.edu or ext. 2403.
Generations in the Workplace
On Nov. 9 there will be a presentation on generational differences in the workplace at 6 p.m. in FLITE 135. The event is part of the Career Services’ Career Advantage Series. They ask that those attending RSVP on CareerLink. Contact Angela Roman at ext. 2685 for more information.
OMSS: Native American Art Display
There will be a Native American art collection display on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon in the IRC Corridor. The collection of works created by Native American artists from the Great Lakes region will be open for the public to view. The event is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Student Services, the Rankin Art Gallery and the 2010 Native American Heritage Month Planning Committee. Contact Michael Wade for more information. n