Where: 1203 VMH
Monday, February 9, 2015
Policy Forum - Speed, Omniscience and Democratic Accountability: Pick Two for National Security Intelligence
When: Tuesday, February 10 12-1:15 p.m.
Where: 1203 VMH
Where: 1203 VMH
Monday, February 2, 2015
Structural Racism and the Root Causes of Prejudice Series
When: Thursday, February 5, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Where: 2203 Art-Sociology Building
Link: http://bahaichair.umd.edu/events/feb5-2015
RSVP AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS LINK http://bahaichair.umd.edu/events/feb5-2015
Description: Several commentators have described the effort to close the racial achievement gap in education as the civil rights issue of the 21st century. However, most of those who have made this pronouncement have never spelled out exactly what it should entail. At a time when all forms of inequality in American society are increasing is it reasonable to expect that schools can play a role in creating a more equitable society? Have the education policies our nation has pursued helped or hindered the effort to use education as a means to promote social equality? These questions and others will be explored in a probing analysis of the role and potential of education in reducing racial inequality in American society
Where: 2203 Art-Sociology Building
Link: http://bahaichair.umd.edu/events/feb5-2015
RSVP AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS LINK http://bahaichair.umd.edu/events/feb5-2015
Description: Several commentators have described the effort to close the racial achievement gap in education as the civil rights issue of the 21st century. However, most of those who have made this pronouncement have never spelled out exactly what it should entail. At a time when all forms of inequality in American society are increasing is it reasonable to expect that schools can play a role in creating a more equitable society? Have the education policies our nation has pursued helped or hindered the effort to use education as a means to promote social equality? These questions and others will be explored in a probing analysis of the role and potential of education in reducing racial inequality in American society
Emancipating the Past: Kara Walker’s Tales of Slavery and Power
When: Thursday, February 5, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Where: 1207 Cole Student Activities Building
Link: http://www.freestuff.umd.edu/events.cfm?mode=detail&eventID=33315
Description: An exhibition of works by Kara Walker, one of the most successful and widely known contemporary American artists today, who is remarkable for her radical engagement with issues of race, gender, slavery, and sexuality.
Where: 1207 Cole Student Activities Building
Link: http://www.freestuff.umd.edu/events.cfm?mode=detail&eventID=33315
Description: An exhibition of works by Kara Walker, one of the most successful and widely known contemporary American artists today, who is remarkable for her radical engagement with issues of race, gender, slavery, and sexuality.
Women's Foreign Policy Group Mentoring Fair
When: Wednesday, February 4th from 6-9 p.m. at George Washington University
Where: The George Washington University Marvin Center, Grand Ballroom 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC
Link: http://www.wfpg.org/mentees
RSVP: RSVP LINK
Description: The Women's Foreign Policy Group Annual Mentoring Fair in Washington, DC provides an opportunity for students and young professionals to meet with international affairs professionals and learn from their career experiences. Unlike a career fair, the focus is on entering and succeeding in your field, not just opportunities at your company. This year we are cosponsoring the events with The George Washington University and New York University
Where: The George Washington University Marvin Center, Grand Ballroom 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC
Link: http://www.wfpg.org/mentees
RSVP: RSVP LINK
Description: The Women's Foreign Policy Group Annual Mentoring Fair in Washington, DC provides an opportunity for students and young professionals to meet with international affairs professionals and learn from their career experiences. Unlike a career fair, the focus is on entering and succeeding in your field, not just opportunities at your company. This year we are cosponsoring the events with The George Washington University and New York University
DC Area Climate & Energy Research Workshop
When: Friday, February 6, 9:00am to 5:30pm
Where: McKeldin Library Special Events Room (6137)
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/dc-area-climate-energy-research-workshop
RSVP: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/dc-area-climate-energy-research-workshop-0
Description: The second annual research workshop for Washington, DC area faculty focusing on energy and climate change issues. The workshop aims to promote collaboration among local scholars and provide an opportunity for feedback on current research projects and work-in-progress. All papers will be circulated to registered participants in advance in order to facilitate an active and informed discussion. Presentations will be extremely brief: authors will have 10 minutes to provide a summary of their papers, discussants will have 10 minutes to comment, and 40 minutes will be reserved for open discussion.
Where: McKeldin Library Special Events Room (6137)
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/dc-area-climate-energy-research-workshop
RSVP: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/dc-area-climate-energy-research-workshop-0
Description: The second annual research workshop for Washington, DC area faculty focusing on energy and climate change issues. The workshop aims to promote collaboration among local scholars and provide an opportunity for feedback on current research projects and work-in-progress. All papers will be circulated to registered participants in advance in order to facilitate an active and informed discussion. Presentations will be extremely brief: authors will have 10 minutes to provide a summary of their papers, discussants will have 10 minutes to comment, and 40 minutes will be reserved for open discussion.
Documentary Screening: The Man Who Saved the World
When: Tuesday, February 3, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Where: 1212 Van Munching Hall
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/documentary-screening-man-who-saved-world
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cissm-special-event-screening-and-discussion-of-the-man-who-saved-the-world-tickets-15376708148
Description: Few people know of him... Yet hundreds of millions of people are alive because of him. The actions of Stanislav Petrov, a retired Soviet military officer, prevented the start of a worldwide nuclear war and the devastation of much of the Earth.
Where: 1212 Van Munching Hall
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/documentary-screening-man-who-saved-world
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cissm-special-event-screening-and-discussion-of-the-man-who-saved-the-world-tickets-15376708148
Description: Few people know of him... Yet hundreds of millions of people are alive because of him. The actions of Stanislav Petrov, a retired Soviet military officer, prevented the start of a worldwide nuclear war and the devastation of much of the Earth.
Policy Forum - Pensions and Health Insurance in India: Challenges Ahead
When: Tuesday, February 3, 12:00-1:15 pm
Where: 1203 Van Munching Hall
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/policy-forum-9
Description: Presented by Kenneth Apfel, Professor of the Practice for UMD School of Public Policy
Where: 1203 Van Munching Hall
Link: http://publicpolicy.umd.edu/events/policy-forum-9
Description: Presented by Kenneth Apfel, Professor of the Practice for UMD School of Public Policy
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