Spring 2012 Upcoming Events
Volunteer Fair
April 30, 2pm-4pm & May 1, 11am-2pm, Library Lounge, Building L
A special service learning event. Learn about local volunterr & non-profit groups.
Income Inequality: Examining the Divide between the Rich and Poor Throughout the World
Thursday, May 3rd, 11 am-12:15pm, Library Lounge, Building L
Special event organized by MVCC Global Education.
Spring 2012
A Conversation about Being Beautiful: Cosmetics for Men and Women
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=825
Monday, April 23, 2012, Library Lounge, Building L
Faculty member Tamarra Coleman-Hill who has worked with the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics discusses cosmetics for Men and Women.
Special Speaker from National Museum of Mexican Art
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=823
Wednesday, April 18, 1pm-2pm, Library Lounge, Building L
We welcome a speaker from the National Museum of Mexican Art to discuss the art and culture of Mexico.
Human Rights in Iran
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=824
Thursday, April 19th, 12:30pm-1:30pm, Library Lounge, Building L
Join us as we welcome Elise Auerbach, Amnesty International’s Iran Specialist, who will discuss the current state of human rights in Iran.
The Light of Common Day featuring Poet Matthew Brennan
Special Poetry Reading Event
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=820
Wednesday, April 11th, 1pm, Library Lounge, Building L
We welcome Indiana State University professor and poet Matthew Brennan for a special poetry reading. Dr. Brennan will be reading from his newest collection of poems, The Light of Common Day.
Blurred Boundaries: Being Multiracial in a Black & White World
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=790
Thursday, March 8th, 11am-12:30pm, Library Lounge, Building L
Join us as Dr. Amy Williamson, psychology faculty member, discusses racial, ethnic and gender identity and how we understand multiracial/multiethnic identity.
Film Showing: Miss Representation
Wednesday, March 21st, 1pm-2:30pm, Library Lounge, Building L
View the trailer for Miss Representation here. Description: "This film explores how mainstream media contribute to the under-representation of women in influential positions in America and challenges the media's limiting and often disparaging portrayals of women, which make it difficult for the average girl to see herself as powerful."
Chicago and the Civil War
Special Lecture on the US Civil War featuring Dr. Theodore Karamanski, Professor & Public History Graduate Director Loyola Univerisity Chicago
Listen to the podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=812
Thursday, April 5th, 2 p.m., Library Lounge, Building L
Join us for a special discussion about the US Civil War featuring noted historian Theodore Karamanski of Loyola University Chicago. This event is organized by the MVCC History Department.
Special Event: TLC, Changing Our Community Through Teaching & Learning
Thursday, February 16th, Noon-2:30pm, Library Lounge, Building L
Students, community members, faculty, and staff are invited to join us for this unique and innovative public event featuring five mini-lectures (15 minutes each) by MVCC faculty and professional staff. These mini-lectures focus on "ideas worth spreading." The TLC event is a collaboration between the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) and the Library and will feature:
One Book, One College: Roxana Saberi's Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran
Hyperlocal or Just Hyper?: 21st Century Journalism
Listen to the Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=758
Tuesday, February 7th, 11:00-12:15, Library Lounge, Building L
Join us as a panel of experts discuss the evolving nature of journalism. This panel will include:
- Jeremy Shermak, Moraine Valley journalism faculty
- Rob Hart, Morning host of FM 101.1 FM formerly of WGN Radio
- Dan Lambert, Editor of the Palos Patch
- Troy Swanson, Panel Moderator
Fall 2011
One Book, One College: Roxana Saberi's Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran
- FEATURED EVENT: Roxana Saberi visits Moraine Valley
November 8th, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Moraine Business and Conference Center (Building M)
November 9th, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Moraine Business and Conference Center (Building M)
Join us as we welcome our One Book author, Roxana Saberi to our campus. Ms. Saberi will discuss her book Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran. This event is generously supported by the Palos Fine Arts Association
- Violence Against Women: An International Perspective
Listen to the Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=656
September 27th, 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Library Lounge
Ms. Jessica Teamer from the social services group Pillars, will discuss the issue of violence against women.
- No One Knows About Persian Cats: Film Showing
Friday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m., Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park
Special film co-written by Roxana Saberi. Two young musicians form a rock band in Iran; depicts the exciting underground music scene and celebrates an entire generation of Iranians striving towards personal and creative freedom. Note: This event is part of Palos Park's Films in the Park series and will be shown at the Palos Park Recreation Center.
- A Panel Discussion on Between Two Worlds
Listen to this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=652
September 13th, 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., Library Lounge
Students and the public are invited to join us as Moraine Valley faculty members will discuss Roxana Saberi's book Between Two Worlds. Faculty members from various disciplines will discuss this book from the viewpoint of their expertise.
- After bin Laden: Democracy Vs Fundamentalism in the Middle East
Listen to this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=649
September 12th, 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Library Lounge
Join us as we welcome DePaul University's Dr. Khalil Marrar who will discuss the ongoing challenges in the Middle East. This event is sponsored by Moraine Valley’s Global Education Initiative.
LGBT and DV: Dorian Harris, LGBT Advocate from South Suburban Family Shelter
Listen to Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=692
October 13, 11am-noon, Library Lounge
As part of the Domestic Violence Awareness Month program organized by the Moraine Valley Counseling Department, Dorian Harris of the South Suburban Family Shelter will discuss domestic violence issues relating to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals and their families.
Internship Employer Panel
Listen to Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=707
November 3rd, 3:00 pm-5:00 pm, Library Lounge
This panel is comprised of employers from various industries discussing their internship program. They will be asked questions from a moderator that will assist students with knowing what the employer looks for in an intern, what the expectations are when working at the internship site, and how to build your network within the internship. The goal for having the panel is to educate the MVCC student on the benefits of obtaining an internship and how it can contribute to their academic, professional, and personal success. This event is organized by the MVCC Job Resource Center.
Arab-American Women Tell Their Stories
Listen to the Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=708
November 15th, 11am-12:30 pm, Library Lounge
The event will be a moderated panel of Arab-American women (staff and faculty from MVCC) speaking about their experiences growing up, family, career, education, culture, traditions, etc. Organized by the Arab Heritage month planning group.
Global Perspectives: A Conversation with Moraine Valley International Students
Listen to Podcast here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=713
November 16th, 2:30-3:45 pm Library Lounge
Come celebrate International Education Week and meet some Moraine Valley international students. Moraine Valley attracts international students from over 45 different countries. This panel discussion will provide a great time to meet a few of them and hear about what it is like to study abroad in the U.S. and be an international student here at Moraine Valley. Organized by MVCC Global Education
Summer 2011
One Book, One College: Roxana Saberi's Between Two Worlds: My Life and Captivity in Iran
- Administrator, Staff, & Faculty Summer Reading Group Between Two Worlds: My Life & Captivity in Iran by Roxana Saberi
June 21, Noon-1p.m., Library Coffee Bar
July 19, Noon-1p.m., Library Coffee Bar
Begin the discussion! (Bring your lunch!) Get a head start on the fall semester. The library will be hosting two informal book discussions this summer led by librarians Joe Mullarkey and Marea Kahn. We hope you’ll join your colleagues in the discussion of Ms. Saberi’s book Between Two Worlds. Roxana Saberi will be coming to MVCC in November. You can check out a copy of Ms. Saberi’s book in the library or purchase a copy in the bookstore.
Spring 2011
One Book, One College: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
- Henrietta Lacks, Medical Research, and the Politics of Trust
Listen to this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=554
February 8th, 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., library lounge
We welcome special guest Dr. Rick Kittles from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Department of Medicine. Dr. Kittles is a human geneticist who studies cancer and is also a pioneer in tracing African-American ancestry through DNA. Dr. Kittles will discuss this year’s One Book text, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and place the Lacks story into the wider context of the ethics of medical research.
- Special Guest, Ms. Toni M. Bond-Leonard
Listen to this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=563
March 23, 1-2 p.m., , library lounge
Join us as we welcome the Executive Director of Black Women for Reproductive Justice, Ms. Toni Bond-Leonard. Ms. Bond-Leonard will draw on her interview with Rebecca Skloot, author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, for a discussion of the Lacks case and reproductive justice.
"Where's Daddy?" A Conversation For African American History Month
February 9th, 11a.m. – 12:30 p.m., library lounge
We welcome Moraine Valley Faculty member Delwyn Jones for a conversation about African-American men and family.
Global Aging: Confronting the Challenges of Demographic Changes
February 16th, 2:30-3:45 p.m., library lounge
Throughout the world societies are experiencing dramatic shifts in population demographics due to factors such as the post World War II baby boom, higher life expectancy, and/or lower birth rates. As a result, these societies and governments must deal with an increased proportion of their population being out of the work force while eligible for guaranteed government benefits. This discussion will highlight these global challenges with a special focus on medical spending in the last years of life. The event will highlight a brief video clip from CBS 60 Minutes addressing the cost of medical care for the elderly and will be followed by a discussion examining the varying governmental health care policies for elderly and the ethical dilemmas associated with health care spending.
Mystical Arts of Tibet: Mandala Sand Painting by the Drepung Loseling Buddhist Monks
March 30 – April 2
The library welcomes Tibetan Buddhist Monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery as they share their culture and art with our campus. From March 30th to April 2nd, the monks will construct a sacred mandala sand painting. They will also offer lectures and performances. We invite the students, faculty, staff, and the general public to visit the library and be part of the special event.
The Future of Water in Chicagoland
Listen to Event Here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=588
April 13, Noon - 1p.m., library lounge
We welcome Josh Ellis of the Metropolitan Planning Council who will discuss water use in our region. How long can we continue to rely on Lake Michigan water and what’s the impact of our water? How does our water use impact real estate and industrial development? What are the emerging demands for green infrastructure and water use? What has the impact of invasive species been on the area?
Information Literacy Summit: Inspiring Creativity
April 19, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., M Building
Creativity—designing, planning, producing, and more— is the highest level of thinking on the revised Bloom’s Taxonomy. This year’s Summit asks us to connect creativity with the role of libraries, librarians, and information literacy.
Special Event on Dating Violence
Listen to Event Here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=591
April 20th , 1pm, Library Lounge
Sexual violence is not just a woman’s problem. Nor is it something that happens to someone else or somewhere else. It happens everywhere, everyday and every minute to males and females of all ages. Family and friends of survivors are also affected. This special event focuses on dating violence and is part of a special series on sexual violence.
"The Digging:" A National Poetry Month Special Event
Listen to Event Here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=594
April 21, 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., Library Lounge
Join us as we welcome Moraine Valley faculty member and award winning poet Sandra Beauchamp as we celebrate National Poetry Month. Ms. Beauchamp will share her work and discuss her writing process. Ms. Beauchamp's Poem, "The Digging," won the William Stafford Award for Poetry.
Substance Abuse Featuring Dr. Keviv Osten
May 4th, 11:00 am - 12:15pm, Library Lounge
Dr. Kevin Osten, Clinical Psychologist at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital will discuss commonly abused substances impact on the brain and body, the process of addiction, and recovery. This event is organized by the Psychology Department.
Fall 2010
One Book, One College: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
- Understanding Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine: What Do I Need to Know?
Listen to the podcast of this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=531
September 22 , 11am, library lounge
We welcome special guest Dr. Bernard Heilicser of Ingalls Memorial Hospital who will discuss ethics in medicine. Dr. Heilicser's specialty is emergency medicine and medical ethics. He has led special responses to the crises in Haiti and following Hurricane Katrina. He is the Deputy Commander and Deputy Medical Director, Illinois Medical Emergency Response Team.
- Paying for the Legacy of the Past, a Special Panel Discussion
Listen to the podcast of this event here: http://ext.morainevalley.edu/librarynews/?p=535
October 20, 1pm-2pm, library lounge
What responsible do we hold for decisions that were made 50 or 100 years ago? When we benefit from unethical acts of the past, what responsibility do we have to make reparations? Join Moraine Valley faculty members Jim McIntyre, Merri Fefles, Kevin Navratil, and Ricky Cobb as they explore these questions.
Spring 2010
One Book, One College: Studs Terkel's Working
- Open Forum on Terkel's Working
Jan. 26, 11 a.m.-Noon, library lounge
Students, faculty and staff are invited to sit down to discuss this year's One Book, Studs Terkel's Working. We hope you will join us to share your views on the book and the world of work.
- The Union Movement Today featuring Chicago Federation of Labor Secretary/Treasurer, Jorge Ramirez [Listen to Podcast]
Feb. 16, 12:30-1:45 p.m., library lounge
Our special guest, Chicago Federation of Labor Secretary/Treasurer, Jorge Ramirez, will discuss the current status of the union movement (organized labor) in the United States and around the world. How have globalization and shifts in our economy impacted the organization of unions? What is the future of organized labor?
- Readings from Terkel's Working featuring MVCC Speech and Theater Students
March 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m., library lounge
Moraine Valley speech and theater students will bring the many voices in Working to life. Join us for this entertaining and engaging reading of Terkel's classic text.
- The Future of Work Panel Discussion
March 31, 1-2 p.m., library lounge
How will work change in the future? How will existing jobs be different, and what new jobs will exist that do not exist now? A panel of Moraine Valley faculty and administrators will tackle these questions.
- Work and Food in the Economy: Perspectives of an Economist
April 27, Noon-1 p.m., library lounge
Please join us in welcoming Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Economist David Oppedahl in exploring the links between food, employment and our lives.
African-American Women Tell Their Stories
Feb. 24, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., library lounge
In this panel discussion, some of Moraine Valley's African-American women come together to tell their own stories and reflect on the roads they have taken to Moraine Valley. This is a special event to which the larger Moraine Valley community is invited to come together and listen to our friends and colleagues share their own stories. This event is part of the college's African-American History Month activities.
Chicago Hispanic Community Leader sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs/Alliance of Latin American Students [Listen to Podcast]
March 10, 11 a.m.-Noon
Rudy Lozano will be speaking on the importance of community activism in the Hispanic community.
My Journey to Jesus sponsored by the Moraine Valley Christian Fellowship
March 30, Noon-1 p.m.
Featuring Hicham Chehab
A Survivor's Story: A Journey Through Clinical Depression
April 6, 11 a.m.-Noon, library lounge
Join us for this special event as Robert Smola discusses his book, A Waltz Through La La Land: A Depression Survivor's Memoir. This event is organized by the Psychology Department.
Library Annual Authors' Display and Reception
April 8, 2-3:30 p.m.
Information Literacy Summit
April 13
Honors Spring Showcare
April 15, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Public Event for Mental-Health Awareness Month: Focus on Self-Injury
May 5, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., library lounge
Details for this event will be coming soon.
Fall 2009
One Book, One College: Studs Terkel's Working
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- Opening Lecture [Listen to Podcast]
Sept. 16, 2009, noon-1 p.m., Building L, library lounge
Thom Clark, president of the Community Media Workshop, will present a lecture on the life of Studs Terkel.
- Ourselves & Our Work: How Our Jobs Make us Who We Are [Listen to Podcast]
Oct. 22, 2009, 1-2:15 p.m., Building L, library lounge
How does our work shape us? How do people around us view us based on the type of work we do? How does training and education in order to get work help to shape us? What motivates us to work? Just money? Or, are there other reasons we work? You are invited to join us for this timely discussion.
- A Visit with Mrs. Potts [Listen to Podcast]
Nov. 10, 11 a.m.-noon, library lounge
Take a trip with us back to the 1800s as we explore working from the perspective of a 19th century inventor.
At the Philadelphia Exposition in 1876, Mary Florence, cold-handled sad iron was the toast of the fair. She spent the next two decades touring the country with a promotional lecture. She will discuss domestic life in the 19th Century, the science and technology behind the development of her invention, and what it means for a woman to hold a US Patent and manage her own affairs.
- The Meaning of Justice Sotomayor [Listen to Podcast]
Sept. 30, 2009, noon-1 p.m., Building L, library lounge
This discussion, sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs, will focus on the meaning behind the appointment of Sonia Sotomayor to the United States Supreme Court.
- The 8th Annual Library Pumpkin Contest!
Current Standings
- The Prophets of Islam featuring Sheik Yaser Birjas [Listen to Podcast]
Oct. 27, 2009, noon-1 p.m., Building L, library lounge
Special event organized by the Muslim Student Association
- Arab Student Union Event: Discussion about Gaza [Listen to Podcast]
November 17th at noon, library loung
Spring 2009
- Garbage Land Open Book Discussion for Students, Community Members, Staff and Faculty
January 28, 2-3:30pm
You are invited to join librarian Joe Mullarkey in an open discussion about Garbage Land and the themes presented in Garbage Land. No lectures, no professors, no panel discussion at this event. We want to hear your views! One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Taking Action on Climate Change: A National Teach-In and Call to Action
February 5, 2008, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
(Film showing and discussion from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and from 2-3:30 p.m.).
The Moraine Valley Biology Club invites our college community to participate in this national event that will be held at campuses across the United States. Join us for film showings, discussion, and, most importantly, letter writing and petitions to our national leaders calling on them to keep campaign promises on climate change. For more information visit, Nationalteachin.org. One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Controlling Carbon Emissions with Trading Markets
February 12, 2009, 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Ever heard of a market for carbon emissions? Carbon markets offer great promise in regulating and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Dr. Gregory Sierra, Profess of Accounting at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and former Economist for the Federal Reserve System, will discuss how these markets are structured, the possibilities they represent, and alternative policies to carbon markets such as tax laws. One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Striving for Sustainable Communities: Area Leaders Discuss Green Efforts in our Region
March 25, 2009, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Students, community members, faculty and staff are invited to attend this panel discussion focusing on sustainability initiatives in the Southwest Suburbs. How do we build sustainable communities? Panel members will discuss their successes and consider the obstacles that are ahead. Panel members will include Jerry Bennett, Mayor of Palos Hills; Daniel J. McLaughlin, Mayor of Orland Park; Reggie Greenwood, Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation; David Chandler, Center for Neighborhood Technology; and Chris Slattery, The Delta Institute. One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Green Team Update: What's Happening at MVCC and What Lies Ahead
April 22nd, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us as members of Moraine Valley's Green Team discuss the sustainability efforts going on around campus and challenges the lie ahead. One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Barack Obama Inauguration Parade and Swearing-In Ceremony Viewing in the Library
January 20th, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Students, staff, and faculty are invited to watch the live coverage of the Inaugural Parade and Swearing-In Ceremony of President-Elect Barack Obama. We will be showing this event in the library lounge area.
- The Meaning of An Obama Presidency: Politics, Race, Class and Power (Listen to the Podcast)
February 4th, 12-1:30p.m.
On Wednesday, February 4th, 2009, Moraine Valley Community College will conduct a panel discussing the impact of the presidency of Barack Obama, the first African-American President of the United States in conjunction with Black History Month. The event will be sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and take place in the Library from 12:00 p.m to 1:30 p.m and will be open to the public. The panel will be comprised of diverse member of MVCC faculty representing various disciplines and backgrounds. The panel will discuss race, politics, religion and other issues in relationship to the historical context of the nation's first African-American President. The event is meant to bring together Moraine Valley and the community for an open discussion that impacts us all as a society.
- The Beauty of the Hijab
February 25th, 11 a.m.-noon
The event will be talking about why Muslim women cover their hair and to discuss the virtues of wearing the Hijab. The speaker will be Malek Sharr who has been studying the topic by scholars. This event is sponsored and organized by the Muslim Student Alliance.
- Misconceptions of Islam
March 4th, 11 a.m.-noon
The event will talk about the most misunderstood topics in islam and clear them up. The speaker will be Shiekh Kefah and he has been with the mosque foundation for many years.This event is sponsored and organized by the Muslim Student Alliance.
- Author James Bilder Discusses, A Footsoldier for Patton (Listen to the Podcast)
March 19, 1-2p.m.
Author and faculty member James Bilder discusses his book A Footsoldier for Patton: The Story of a "Red Diamond" Infrantryman with the US Third Army. This book details the frontline realities of one of the most famous and deadly aspects of World War II. Join us for this discussion and book signing.
- Special Education in Schools Today (Listen to the Podcast)
March 25, 6:30-8pm.
- The Ten Most Pivotal Events in Middle East History: The Crossroads of History (Listen to the Podcast)
April 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
The Middle East is the birthplace of civilization, the Holy Land for three major religions, the crossroads for East and West, and the owner of a majority of the world's oil. How well do you know the major events that have shaped this land over the centuries? Join two of Moraine Valley's history faculty members, Merri Fefles and Jim McIntyre as they discuss the ten most pivotal events in the history of the Middle East.
- Geography Bee
April 21, 2-3:30 p.m.
The library is happy to hosts the annual Georgraphy Bee as part of the campus' Earth Week activities.
- Preventing Sexual Assault (Listen to the Podcast)
April 28, 2009
Lecture and discussion sponsored by the Psychology Department
- Author Visit: Harry Mark Petrakis (Listen to the Podcast)
May 5th, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Harry Mark Petrakis will speak on American fiction, writing, and two of his recent books, The Shepherds of Shadows (2008), and Legends of Glory and other Stories (2007). Petrakis, a longtime Chicago resident and prolific novelist, is the author of twenty-one books, including novels, short story collections, memoirs, and collections of essays. He has received some of the highest honors and awards in American fiction, including The Atlantic First Award, and The OHenry Prize. Two of his books were finalists for The National Book Award for Fiction. His novel, A Dream of Kings, was made into a major motion picture starring Anthony Quinn. In addition, two of his works, Pericles on 31st Street and Song of Songs, were made into films directed by Sam Peckinpah and Peter Bogdanovich respectively. Petrakis holds a number of honorary degrees and has lectured extensively as a storyteller at various academic institutions, including Ohio University, where he was McGuffyVisiting Lecturer, and San Francisco State University, where he was Kazantzakis Professor in Modern Literary Studies.
Fall 2008
- One Book, One College: Garbage Land
- Opening Lecture: Understanding Climate Change (Listen to the Podcast)
featuring Dr. Jan Hessler
Sept. 24, 1 p.m., Library Lounge
Argonne National Laboratory physicist discusses the evidence and implications of climate change.
- Fall Panel Discussion: The Cycle of Stuff: How the Things We Consume Impact Our World (Listen to the Podcast)
Oct. 15, noon, Library Lounge
Moraine Valley faculty members examine the impact we are having on our world.
- Film Showing: Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth
Nov. 6, 12:30 p.m.
A free viewing of this history-making film.
- Autism Lecture, Barbara Tobias of the DuPage County DuPage Society (Listen to the Podcast)
October 30, 10 a.m., Library Lounge
- 7th Annual Pumpkin Contest--Oh, yes, IT'S BACK!!!
- Guest Lecture for Hispanic Heritage Month: Candidate for Cook County State's Attorney, Anita Alvarez (Listen to the Podcast)
October 6, noon-1 p.m., Library Lounge
- Author Visit: Gary Moore discusses his book Playing with the Enemy: a Baseball Prodigy, a World at War, and a Field of Broken Dreams
Dec. 2, 11 a.m., Library Lounge
Spring 2008
- One Book, One College: The Autobiography of Malcolm X
- Author Amy Krause Rosenthal
- The Good Body, Monologs by Eve Ensler, March 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Library lounge.
- Tibetan Drepung Loseling monks Mandala sand painting
- Information Literacy Summit 2008, April 2.
- Honors Showcase, April 23 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- 2008 Authors' Display and Reception,
- Panel Discussion on Violence & Safety on Campus, hosted by the Psychology Department, May 1, 1 p.m.
Fall 2007
- One Book, One College: The Autobiography of Malcolm X
- 2007 Pumpkin Contest: The Pumpkins are Calling You!
- Autism Lecture, Barbara Tobias, from the DuPage County Autism Society, October 31, 9 - 11 a.m.
- Student Poetry Reading, November 8, 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
- Petra, Jordan, Discussion of Archeological Dig, November 14, 2007, Part of Arab Heritage Celebration
Spring 2007
- Perceptions of Mental Illness in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
The Behavioral Science and Psychology club at Moraine Valley Community College is sponsoring a panel discussion regarding the perception of mental illness in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Please join us Wednesday, May 2, 2007 from 1-2 p.m.
Fall 2006
- One Book, One College: George Orwell's 1984 [Listen to Podcast of thes events]
- "1984: 60 Years Later, Does This Book Still Matter?"
Tuesday, September 5, 2006, 12:30 p.m. "Techno-Totalitarianism: Science Fiction Visions of Social Control, Surveillance, and The Eradication of Freedom," featured speaker, Dan Dinello Author of Technophobia: Science Fiction Visions of Posthuman Technology and faculty member at Columbia College, Chicago
Thursday, October 12, 12:30 p.m.
- "Big Brother and Our Communities: Sharing, Joining, and participating in a Monitored World"
November 8, 1 p.m
- 5th Annual Literary Pumpkin Contest
- Book Discussion: The Sixth Day by Andree Chedid for Arab Heritage Month
- This session will explore the meaning of the journey taken by Om Hassan. It will explore the place of faith, the meaning of journeys, particularly a woman's - an old woman's journey
November 15, 2006, 11 a.m.-Noon.
- Panel Discussion: Arab Customs and Etiquette
Faculty members Sherine Azzam, Amani Wazwaz, and Andrew Zbeeb discuss what is welcomed, deemed appropriate and what is taboo in social gatherings and personal interaction.
November 28, 2006, 11 a.m.-Noon.
Spring 2006
- Poetry Readings, COM-106 students read their original works.
- April 27, 11:30 a.m.
- May 4, 11:30 a.m.
- 2006 Authors Display and Reception, (April 13, 2 p.m.)
- Breaking the Silence: Heightening Awareness of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Issues
- Information Literacy Summit 2006
- One Book, One College, Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Events
- Eyes on the Prize, African-American History Month film showing and discussion in the library lounge area
- Feburary 7, 2-4 p.m.
- Feburary 14, 2-4 p.m.
- Feburary 21, 2-4 p.m.
- Feburary 28, 2-4 p.m.
- Celebrating Womens History Month:
- A Book Discussion of Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston, March 22, 1-2 p.m.
- Vagina Monologue Excerpts in Honor of Women History Month, March 28, 12:30-2 p.m.
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