Take a look at what is happening on campus this coming week and stay in the know so you never miss an event.
Monday, October 7
Campus Life and Recreation and Gassett Fitness Center partner with a local physical therapist every month to offer you free advice! Stop by at the time most convenient for you between 5-7 pm. No need to pre-register.
Tuesday, October 8
Halloween Stuff a Plush I 9 am-12 pm
Just in time for Halloween and back by popular demand! Stop by the fitness center and choose from a selection of Halloween plush. These will go fast so we encourage you to come early. Limit of 1 per person.
Event begins at 9 am and will run until all plush are gone.
Exploratory Fireside Chat: Facing the Fear Factor I 11 am-12 pm
Join us for a causal fireside chat with faculty from all over campus on Tuesday, October 8, 11 am-12 pm in Forten 123! This session's topic is Facing the Fear Factor. Cookies and hot cocoa will be provided at each session and this event is open to all students!
Countdown to Election 2024: What to Watch in the Final Month I 12:15-1 pm
The race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is one of the most unconventional and polarized in American history. Our panel of journalists and political specialists will share their insights into the campaign strategies and the importance of the polls, the policies and the personalities in the final stretch.
Which states will be pivotal and what are the chances of an October surprise?
Finding Sanctuary, Demanding Equality: A Queer History of Lynn I 1:40-2:55 pm
Learn about the diverse lives, experiences, and perspectives of Lynn’s LGBTQ+ history, including Fran’s Place, the oldest gay bar in Massachusetts. Join the panel to uncover hidden stories of identity, self-discovery, trauma, community, and liberation.
- Cristian Recinos, Executive Director, ULP; BA Sociology, 2018
- Pat Gozemba, Activist and Retired SSU Professor
- Andrew Darien, Professor of History & Interim Associate Dean
- Jim Moser, Project Director, United Lynn Pride
- Guillermo Avila-Saavedra, Moderator
Ask a Dietitian I 3:30-5:30 pm
Campus Life and Recreation/Gassett Fitness Center is partnering with your campus dietitian to offer advice! Stop by at the time most convenient for you between 3:30-5:30pm to ask about any diet and health related questions. No need to pre-register.
A Discussion with Nova Festival Survivor Daniel Vaknin I 4-5:30 pm
Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Daniel Vaknin, a survivor of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Vaknin will share his personal story of resilience and hope, as well as his ongoing efforts to bring healing to other survivors and raise awareness for the hostages.
As a DJ and music event producer, Vaknin has always been passionate about bringing joy and dance to others. Since last October's attack, he has channeled this passion into helping survivors around the world and advocating for those who are still missing.
Nutrition and Health Disparities I 5-6:30 pm
Disparities in nutrition, such as poor diet quality and inadequate nutrient intake, arise from multiple factors and are related to adverse health outcomes such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and some cancers. To better understand these health disparities, we need to think through distinct mechanisms of action and scales of influence to mitigate those disparities. The mechanisms range from biological, behavioral, physical, socio-cultural to the health care system itself. A patient’s access to health insurance influences, at an individual level, the expertise and resources they can access to address these nutrition-influenced health care needs may be limited. This event will discuss these domains of influence and strategies healthcare practitioners can take to address nutrition-related health disparities. Short group case studies will be explored.
Presented by Tracey Ware, PhD Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Jane Sharon Akinyemi M.Sc and PhD in Exercise Physiology. Both are faculty at Salem State University.
This is a Zoom event and registration is required.
Hot Ones Panel on Student Success I 6-7 pm
Check out our version of the Netflix talk show, Hot Ones-featuring our Success Coaches and FLAMING HOT WINGS.
Writers Series: Carmen Maria Machado I 7:30-9 pm
The Salem State Writers Series invites noted authors of short stories, biography, poetry, poetry, memoir and essays to share their work at free readings throughout the academic year. The 2024-2025 Series opens with a reading by Carmen Maria Machado, short story author, essayist, and critic. Admission to this event is free.
Wednesday, October 9
President Keenan Open Office Hour for Students
You have a private opportunity to discuss anything on your mind, wether that be classwork, activities, or any concerns. To make the most of your time, consider scheduling an appointment. You can email Ruthann Reed at rreed@salemstate.edu or call 978-542-4168. Each meeting is 15 minutes, so we encourage you to book in advance to ensure your spot and cover what matters most to you. Don’t miss this chance to share and be heard!
Thursday, October 10
Dobbs and Project 2025: Threats to Reproductive Rights
This event will examine threats to abortion, birth control, and IVF from the Supreme Court's 2022 decision overturning Roe v Wade and the Heritage Foundation’s controversial Project 2025, which provides a blueprint for the next Republican Administration if elected.
Project 2025 and Education Policy: A Faculty Roundtable I 10:45 am-12 pm
On November 5, voters will choose between competing views of public policy and the future of the country. This series of programs will examine these policy differences, including the Heritage Foundation’s controversial Project 2025, which provides a blueprint for the next Republican Administration.
A faculty roundtable will discuss policy changes proposed under Project 2025 and their impacts.
Co-sponsored by McKeown School of Education; Politics, Policy and International Relations; Bates Center for Public and Global Affairs; Politics, Policy and International Relations; Frederick E. Berry Institute of Politics; Economics; Sociology
Bertolon Career Opportunities Forum I 11:30 am-1 pm
Come listen, learn, and connect with employer in accounting, finance, business analytics and information science!
Panelists from Epsilon, EY, PwC, and Liberty Mutual, will share:
- Why they chose a career related to the field
- Its rewards and challenges
- Advice for students considering a similar path
Get your career questions answered and enjoy light refreshments at this exciting event!
MA Ballot Question 2: Eliminating MCAS Graduation Requirement I 12:15-1:30 pm
Deb McCarthy, Vice President of the Massachusetts Teachers Association, and Ed Lambert, Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, will debate the Question 2, a measure that will appear on the November ballot in Massachusetts and would eliminate the MCAS graduation requirement.
"I Am You: Immigration in America" Documentary Screening & Discussion I 4-7 pm
Join the Center for Justice & Liberation and the Brotherhood for a screening of the documentary I Am You: Immigration in America, which explores immigration through the viewpoints of "Dreamer", "Angel Mom", and first-gen immigrant children.
Super Smash Tournament I 6-8 pm
In the esports lounge, we take Super Smash very seriously! Do you have the skills to take down the best from the SSU esports community?
Friday, October 11
Dobbs and Project 2025: Threats to Reproductive Rights I 9:30-10:45 am
On November 5, voters will choose between competing views of public policy and the future of the country. This series of programs will examine these policy differences, including the Heritage Foundation’s controversial Project 2025, which provides a blueprint for the next Republican Administration. Speakers will examine the potential impacts of Project 2025's on access to abortion, birth control, IVF and women's bodily autonomy.
On-Going Events
Athletics
Check out the calendar for upcoming games and athletic events.
Group Classes at the Gassett Fitness Center
The Gassett Fitness Center offers weekly group exercise classes as a benefit of your membership which is covered by student fees for registered students and as a benefit of employment for university employees.
Art Official Intelligence – Art + Design Faculty Showcase Opens
Winfisky Gallery I 10 am-4 pm
Join us for the 2024 Art + Design Faculty Showcase. This annual event features work of faculty from within Salem State University's nationally accredited Art + Design department. Works by both full-time and adjunct studio faculty in printmaking, painting, design, sculpture, photography and various other media are exhibited
JCPenney Suit Up Discount Shopping Event Fall 2024
This is an exclusive event for all Salem State students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Receive up to an additional 30% off on all professional clothing, accessories, and shoes. The discount does not apply on clearance items. Get everything you need for your job, or an interview, at an affordable price