The Black Students Union at Eastman presents a Black History Month showcase, “Sounds of History,” on Thursday, February 9, at 7:30 p.m. in Kilbourn Hall, Eastman School of Music, and may also be streamed live here. The concert highlights music written by Black composers, showcases the talent of Black students at Eastman, and features a guest performance by violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins ’93E. The performance is free and open to the public.
In today’s issue:
Guidance from University IT on keeping devices updated in this week’s Security Tip feature
French and francophone film series hosted by Albertine Cinémathèque
Sevin Yeltekin, dean of the Simon Business School, reflects on her upbringing in Turkey, the influence of her mother in pursuing an academic life, why there are so few women holding business school deanships, and her strongly held belief in the value of the MBA degree.
General software updates provide several benefits to your devices and keep them running smoothly. Hackers love a good security flaw, and updates can patch software vulnerabilities. Opting out leaves you exposed to malware when malicious actors take advantage of weaker, out-of-date systems. Why should this be a concern to you? Chances are you have a lot of personal data on your devices (passwords, bank information), which becomes an open book to hackers. These viruses can infect friends, family, and colleagues. Many University-managed systems and devices are updated remotely, however, maintaining personal devices is up to you. Look for University IT announcements when critical updates require your immediate attention. Find information and suggestions on updating your devices.
If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, stop by the Georgen Athletic Center today, February 6, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. to pet some puppies. You’ll also find free Health Promotion Office goodies, while supplies list. All students are invited.
General meeting for student private equity and venture capital group
The Private Equity/Venture Capital Undergraduate Group is a student-led group that runs under the support of the Ain Center for Entrepreneurship and aims to connect students with the venture capital and private equity sector through hands-on projects. Undergraduate students can learn more at a general interest meeting on Wednesday, February 8, at 6 p.m. in Dewey Hall, Room 1217.
Bottlenecks are places where students get stuck in the learning process—concepts and skills that consistently seem to stymie student understanding. In “When Students Get Stuck: Overcoming Bottlenecks,” instructors will learn to identify and describe student bottlenecks to learning, and design instructional strategies to help students overcome these barriers to understanding. The group will meet in person on Wednesday, February 8, 15, and 22, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Register here.
Travel discounts available through Care.com
Traveling during school break? Through LifeMart by Care.com, part of the free Care.com premium membership, eligible employees have access to a number of discounts, including travel and hotel deals. This benefit is part of the current offerings available to employees including RARES and YOUR Benefits Extras.
Albertine Cinémathèque presents “French and Francophone Films: Images, Identities, Illusions,” February 7–22. Screenings will take place Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. in the Gowen Room, Wilson Commons, and are free and open to the public. All films are subtitled in English. Find a full schedule, trailers, and film synopses here.
February mindfulness classes
Slow down mindfully by joining the Mindful University Project for a four-week Koru mindfulness class this month. The courses are open to the entire University community, at any level of mindfulness practice. Registration is required at the links below.
Join Friends of Strong for its inaugural “Soup-R-Bowl” lunchtime fundraiser in support of patient- and family-centered care at Strong Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, in the Sarah Flaum Atrium. Tickets are available at the Hospital Gift Shop for $6 and include one 12 oz. bowl of soup, crackers, and a chocolate chip cookie. Ticket holders will have their choice of the following soups: buffalo chicken, vegan seven-bean, roasted red pepper gouda, or beef pot roast with vegetables. Looking to use a 312 Req? Call (585) 275-2420 to place your order.
LGBTQ spring social
All LGBTQ students are invited to attend the spring social to visit with other LGBTQ students and get to know the University’s LGBTQ faculty and staff. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres—including sushi—a rainbow lanyard giveaway, pronoun and pride pins, and a raffle for Meliora hats. The event is hosted by the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center and takes place Wednesday, February 8, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Feldman Ballroom, Douglass Commons. Students may register here; staff and faculty can register here.
‘WRUR Is on the Air’; Eleanor Roosevelt visit; Eastman Wind Ensemble debut
1948: On the evening of February 10, a crowd gathered in Strong Auditorium for the launch of the student-run radio station WRUR. The 90-minute broadcast included a mix of celebratory addresses and performances by some of the University’s most beloved musical and dramatic ensembles. Above, Kenn Hubel ’50, at right, leads his jazz quartet, from left, George Hart ’48, Ed Gordon ’52E, ’53E (MM), and Fred Remington ’50, during WRUR’s inaugural broadcast. Read—and hear—more about the history of WRUR. Photo courtesy of the Department of Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation.
1950: The Students’ Centennial Conference on Human Rights welcomed Eleanor Roosevelt as a participant in an event “to explore the rights and responsibilities of the individual as a human being, as a citizen, and as a participant in contemporary social and religious life.” Roosevelt was among several distinguished national and world opinion leaders participating in the conference.
1953: The Eastman Wind Ensemble presents its debut concert with Frederick Fennell ’39E in Kilbourn Hall on February 8—a concert that gave exposure to the newly founded ensemble and also promoted the concept of the wind ensemble which would, over the course of the next several decades, be enthusiastically embraced around the world. Read more about the ensemble and its legacy.
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