Events
- Sociologist to discuss 'The Hip Hop Connection' Feb. 23
Sociologist Monika Gosin will give the talk, "Black and Brown: The Hip Hop Connection," Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. in the Forum of the Elaine Langone Center at Bucknell University, as part of the Social Science Colloquium series.
- Gallery Series Feb. 22 presents 'Tibetan Book of the Dead' with David Pope
Jazz saxophonist David Pope will present "The Tibetan Book of the Dead" Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Rooke Recital Hall of the Weis Music Building at Bucknell University as part of the Gallery Series.
- BUEC Green Screens series Feb. 14: 'Show Mother Earth Your Love'
The BUEC's Green Screens documentary series will continue during the spring semester, beginning with two films — "The Story of Stuff" and "The Story of Electronics" — Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Campus Theatre.
- 'INFLUX: Sculpture by Joe Meiser' at Samek Art Gallery
The Samek Art Gallery at Bucknell University is hosting the exhibition, "INFLUX: Sculptural Works by Joe Meiser," on display through March 29.
- Samek Art Gallery exhibition features alumni art collection
The Samek Art Gallery at Bucknell University is hosting the exhibition, "The Sandy and John Nesbitt Collection: The Discriminating Eye at Work," through March 29.
- Pulitzer-winning historian Robert A. Caro named Janet Weis Fellow
Historian Robert A. Caro, author of two Pulitzer Prize-winning biographies of Lyndon B. Johnson and Robert Moses, has been named the 2011 Janet Weis Fellow in Contemporary Letters at Bucknell University. He will give a talk Feb. 28 in the Weis Center.
- 2012 Commencement speaker announced
Anna Quindlen, an award-winning columnist, celebrated journalist and best-selling author, will deliver Bucknell University's commencement address during its 162nd graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 20.
- Griot Institute to host series on Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson
The Griot Institute for Africana Studies at Bucknell University will host the spring lecture series, "Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson: An American Origin Story, Interdisciplinarily Considered."
- 'Break the 28' series continues Black History Month celebration
Bucknell University's celebration of Black History Month, "Break the 28," continues throughout February with several events, including the Griot Institute series, "Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson: An American Origin Story," which will feature lectures, a film and a soundscape.
- Cabaret Jazz Series resumes Feb. 8 with Randy Napoleon Quartet
The Janet Weis Cabaret Series at Bucknell University resumes for the spring semester Feb. 8 with a performance by the Randy Napoleon Quartet at 7:30 p.m. in the lobby of the Weis Center.
- Bucknell events highlight Bill T. Jones
Bucknell University is hosting a series of events that highlight the achievements of Bill T. Jones, a multi-talented artist, choreographer, dancer, theater director and writer.
- Weis Center presents 'Body Against Body' Feb. 11
The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company will present "Body Against Body" on Feb. 11at 8 p.m. in the Weis Center.
- BILL continues 'Lunch and Learn' and 'Tea and Talk' series
The Bucknell Institute for Lifelong Learning's "Lunch and Learn" program will host three lunchtime events on Jan. 24, Feb. 9 and April 10 as well as a mid-afternoon "Tea and Talk" event on March 13.
- Lifelong Learning Institute schedule begins Feb. 27
The Bucknell Institute for Lifelong Learning will begin its spring term 2012 session on Feb. 27, and run through April 6. A variety of courses taught by community members and retired Bucknell faculty are offered, with topics in art and literature, health, history and politics.
- SBDC seminar March 13: 'How to change unproductive behavior'
Business consultant David Burns will offer the seminar, "Out with the Old, In with the New: How to Change Unproductive Behaviors," March 13 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Bucknell SBDC Business Education Center.
- SBDC hosts Quickbooks workshops March 14, 15, 16
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Bucknell University will offer three "Quickbooks for Small Business Owners" workshops March 14, 15 and 16 in the SBDC Business Education Center.
- Six years after Katrina, signs of progress amid continuing need
A group of Bucknell students and staff traveled to New Orleans during the winter break. Although the city showed many signs of recovery, it was clear there is much work to be done.
- Fitzwilliam String Quartet returns for concerts, residency in February
Britain's world-renowned Fitzwilliam String Quartet will be in residence at Bucknell University in February. During their residency, the quartet will meet with classes, present several workshops and give four concerts, scheduled for Feb. 5, 7, 12 and 14.