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Global Health – Lunch and Gathering 3/19

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under General News

Interested in classes in global health next fall? Considering study away while you are at Allegheny? Looking at the job market or grad school after commencement?

Join Global Health Studies faculty this Tuesday, March 19, in Tippie, Tillotson Room for lunch 12:15-1:30 pm.

We will share some program updates, new courses for the coming year, how to find out about internships and other experiential learning opportunities, study away programs, job placements, and grad school connections. Open to all GHS majors, GHS minors, and first/second years considering global health.

The Allegheny College Dance & Movement Studies Program, Annual Spring Dance Concert 3/21-3/23

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under Events, General News

The Allegheny College Dance & Movement Studies Program will present its annual Spring Dance Concert in the Montgomery Performance Space at 7:30 p.m. March 21 to 23, Thursday to Saturday.

The concert features choreography by students, faculty, and guest choreographer Erin Kylia. An upbeat “Advertisement” for the upcoming musical production Head Over Heels starts the show. Haley Fabich’s piece entitled Life in Daydreams is a lovely dance that features members of JaDE (Allegheny’s Jazz Dance Ensemble) was last seen at the JaDE Concert.

Cycles features choreography and dance created for the Creative Process class. Betsy Getschman has created two pieces for the concert with contributions from her cast.

Guest Artist Erin Kylia has created an intriguing trio of pieces for the Allegheny students. She will also perform a solo which will be accompanied by local musician John Hyatt.

The space is brought to life by the lighting design of alumnus Scott Choffel ’72. The concert is free of charge, but seating is limited, and reservations are highly recommended. Reservations must be claimed in person 10 minutes before performance time. Call the Dance and Movement Studies office at 814-332-2813 for reservations or more information.

2024 Annual Student Exhibition 3/20

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under General News

Please join us this Wednesday, March 20, to celebrate the opening of the 2024 Annual Student Exhibition. The opening will run from 5 to 7 pm and feature artwork from over 40 talented students. Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded for the best work in several categories.

Biochemistry Course Registration Information

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under General News

Are you planning on registering for Biochemistry this Spring 2024 semester? Great plan! Now, here is what you have to do:

Fill out the biochemistry (CHEM 253) survey here. Email Dr. Garcia at igarcia@allegheny.edu with any questions regarding the course. Register for biochemistry once you receive your registration confirmation email from Dr. Garcia.

Lake Erie, Our Kin (2022) – Documentary Screening & Discussion with Filmmakers 3/21

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under General News

Embark on a captivating exploration of Lake Erie in “Lake Erie, Our Kin,” an immersive documentary featured in the Chronicles series by WQLN—PBS. Join filmmakers John C. Lyons and Melissa A. Troutman as they illuminate the delicate balance and interdependency of life in and around Lake Erie, emphasizing the vital importance of freshwater in all our lives.

Screening and a panel discussion with the filmmakers on March 21 at 7 pm in the Vukovich Screening Room. Moderated by Professor Swann-Quinn and Manasvi Bantawa ’24, a Production Assistant for “Lake Erie, Our Kin.” Dinner is provided and catered by Meadville Eats.

ACO Tonight – Jesus’ Last Night 3/19

Posted on March 18, 2024 | Filed under General News

Death plots. Costly gifts. The Last Supper. Betrayal and arrest. More betrayal.

Join us at ACO tonight as we read Mark 14 and consider the events of Jesus’ last night. Perhaps you know the Easter story… Hopefully we will help you to engage and reflect in ways that give new meaning and purpose to this familiar story. And if you’ve never heard the Easter story – you are welcome to join us for Part 1!

ACO is a place for students to explore the Bible, ask questions, and learn together. All are welcome – no past experience is necessary! Held on Tuesdays in Ford Chapel at 8:30 pm. Contact aco@allegheny.edu for more info!

Poet Khaled Mattawa On Campus, 3/21 & 3/22- Single Voice Reading Series

Posted on March 17, 2024 | Filed under Events, General News

Poet and translator Khaled Mattawa will be on campus Thursday (3/21) and Friday (3/22) for a series of readings and discussions.

On Thursday, Mattawa will offer a reading from his most recent book “FUGITIVE ATLAS” as part of the Single Voice Reading Series on March 21 at 7 pm in the Tillotson Room, Tippie Alumni Center.

On Friday morning, Mattawa will be joined by students and faculty at 9 am for a discussion of poetry and politics on March 22 at 9 am in Quigley 101, and 11 am for a workshop on poetry in translation on March 22 at 11 am in Ruter 201. All events are open to the entire Allegheny College community.

Khaled Mattawa is the author of numerous books of poetry, and a critical study of the Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish. His most recent collection of poetry is “Fugitive Atlas.” Mattawa has coedited two anthologies of Arab American literature and translated many volumes of contemporary Arabic poetry. His awards include the Academy of American Poets Fellowship prize, the PEN Award for Poetry in Translation, and a MacArthur Fellowship. He currently teaches in the graduate creative writing program at the University of Michigan.

Declaration Day 3/22

Posted on March 17, 2024 | Filed under Events, General News

Declaration Day is this Friday, March 22 from 12 to 3 pm in Pelletier Library. Did you recently declare? Come claim your free T-shirt! Still deciding on a major and minor? Come get your questions answered!

Did we mention there will be nachos and an opportunity to get a picture with Ron Cole in the photo booth?

Representatives from some key campus resources will be available to chat with students and answer questions – Study Away, URSCA, Career Services, Pre-Health Advising, Community Engagement, Alumni Connections, Research Instruction Librarians, and the Registrar.

Questions? Call 814-332-2898 or email First-Year Class Dean Erin O’Day-Frye at eoday@allegheny.edu or Second-Year Class Dean Amy Stearns at astearns@allegheny.edu.

We hope to see you there!

Zingale Big Idea Workshop – “Financing Your Big Idea” 3/19

Posted on March 17, 2024 | Filed under General News

What can make or break an inspired business plan? The financial plan. Cash flow. Marketing. Taxes. Office Space. Supplies. Payroll. Wow.

That’s a lot, but it’s doable. Attend this session on Tuesday, March 19, in Quigley Auditorium, and learn how it’s done. All are welcome; lunch will be provided.

Attention Third- and Fourth-Years: Prizes, Awards for the Annual Honors Convocation

Posted on March 17, 2024 | Filed under General News

Attention third- and fourth-years you are invited to apply for the following Prizes/Awards for the Annual Honors Convocation:

  • The Ruth Williams Knights Prize
  • The John Scott Craig Prize
  • Lynn Pyle Memorial Prize
  • The Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae All-College Scholarship Award
  • Louise Jordan Award

Application and descriptions can be found here at the 2024 Honors Convocation Nomination Form, and are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Convocation will be held on Tuesday, April 30 at 4 pm in Ford Chapel. The prizes/awards will be announced at this time.

If you have any questions, please contact Gretchen Beck in the Student Life office at gbeck@allegheny.edu or 814-332-4356.