SUNY Plattsburgh Presents Sampling of Events Through Early May

PLATTSBURGH, NY (03/29/2010)(readMedia)-- The State University of New York College at Plattsburgh is pleased to present this updated calendar of public events through early May. It contains a sampling of arts, workshops, talks and other events at the college, all of which are open to the public and many of which are free of charge.

For more information, visit the college's Web site at plattsburgh.edu or contact Michelle Ouellette, associate director of public relations and publications, at 518-564-3095 or michelle.ouellette@plattsburgh.edu.


March

Monday, March 29

Writing Women Back into History, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Alumni Conference Room.

German Medicine and Nazi Crimes. 7 p.m. Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall. A public lecture by Dr. Patricia Heberer, senior historian, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Heberer will discuss the role of medical professionals in the crimes of National Socialism. Her presentation will address the planning and implementation of the radical public strategies that helped the Nazis achieve many of their racial goals. The talk will discuss sterilization and the clandestine "euthanasia" programs, the Nazis' first program of mass murder. The event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the history department. For more information, contact Dr. Richard Schaefer at 518-564-5211 or schaefr@plattsburgh.edu.

Wednesday, March 31

CS/IT Lunch, Video and Discussion Series. 1-1:50 p.m. Room 111, Redcay Hall. All members of the campus and community are invited to bring a brown bag lunch and watch videos related to computing, math, science, engineering and related social issues. Individuals who must leave early are invited to do so. Those who wish to stay longer and continue to watch a video or discuss a topic are welcome to stay for an additional hour. View the program and other information online at http://server.cs.plattsburgh.edu:8008/wiki/index.php/LunchVideos.

Phenomenal Women Reception. 5 p.m. Winkel Sculpture Court, Myers Fine Arts Building. Sponsored by the SUNY Plattsburgh Multicultural Alliance, Fraternity/Sorority Life and the Student Association Organization Affairs Board.

Visual Artist Series: Printmaker Thomas Baker. 7:30 p.m. Room 106, Hudson Hall. Free and open to the public.

April

Thursday, April 1

Explore Wilderness Medicine Conference. All day. Registration at 8 a.m. West Side Ballroom, 253 New York Road, Plattsburgh. Workshops and sessions on surviving the wilderness, lightning strikes, hypothermia and more. $150-$25. For information or to register, call 518-564-3054 or visit www.plattsburghcas.com. Click on "conferences and event services."

"Meditations of Domination: Gendered Violence Within and Across Borders." 12:30-1:45 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Dr. Yasmin Jiwand of Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, presents.

Friday, April 2

Explore Wilderness Medicine Conference. 9 a.m.-noon. See April 1 listing.

Tuesday, April 6

Educational Opportunity Program Awards Ceremony and Chi Alpha Epsilon Induction Ceremony. 6 p.m. Alumni Room, Angell College Center. Program celebrates excellence of EOP students and the public induction of the newest members of Chi Alpha Epsilon, the national honor society for students in special programs. Free. For more information, contact Kyla Relaford, 518-564-2263.

Wednesday, April 7

CS/IT Lunch, Video and Discussion Series. 1-1:50 p.m. Room 111, Redcay Hall. See March 31 listing.

Readers Theater. 6:30 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Karen Hildebrand, director. Observe or participate in this reading of a variety of plays. Free and open to the public.

"Fahrenheit 9/11." 7 p.m. Room 200, Yokum Lecture Hall. Michael Moore's hard-hitting documentary addresses the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, outlining the reasons the United States (and, in turn, thousands of innocent Americans) became a target for hatred and terrorism. The film not only criticizes former President George W. Bush's response to the attacks but also reinforces Moore's theory that the Bush administration used the tragic event to push its own political agenda. Free and open to the public. Part of a "Political Film Series" presented by Drs. Jurgen Kliest, James Armstrong and Kurtis Hagen.

Saturday, April 10

Pull the Plug and Light the Fire: Spring 2010 Center for Teaching Excellence Conference. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. SUNY Plattsburgh campus. Full day of sessions and opportunities to discuss teaching methods with colleagues from around the state. "Pull the Plug" is not a wholesale rejection of technology but rather a commitment to push the pause button on it for a day in order to re-visit essential techniques that are integral to teaching with or without technology. $50. $25 SUNY Plattsburgh faculty. For information on the conference, contact Dr. Becky Kasper, director Center for Teaching Excellence, 518-564-3043. To register, contact Kate Chilton, 518-564-3054.

Rose Chancler, Piano "Richochet" (piano and marimba). 7:30 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall. SUNY Plattsburgh faculty recital. Free and open to the public.

Tuesday, April 13

"The Shape of Things." 7 p.m. Room 200, Yokum Lecture Hall. Film and WRAP Session. Center for Diversity Pluralism and Inclusion.

Wednesday, April 14

CS/IT Lunch, Video and Discussion Series. 1-1:50 p.m. See March 31 listing.

Women of Color: Taking their Rightful Place in Leadership. 4-5:30 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Dr. Richard Johnson III, associate professor of educational leadership and policy studies, University of Vermont, will deliver this talk, based on his book by the same name. Johnson is the author of many articles and books on social justice, human resources management and leadership studies. Sponsored by the Department of Communication.

Visual Artist Series: Photographer Carlan Tapp. 7:30 p.m. Room 106, Hudson Hall. Free and open to the public.

Thursday, April 15

Gender and Field Research Outside North America. 12:30-1:45 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Presentation by Dr. Amy Mountcastle, associate professor of anthropology; Dr. Susan Mody, associate professor of teacher education; and others.

Days of Remembrance Holocaust Commemoration. 4 p.m. Kriniovitz Recital hall, Hawkins Hall. SUNY Plattsburgh community commemorates the Holocaust and remembers its victims. Musical performance by Daniel Gordon, associate professor of music, on soprano saxophone, and Rose Chancler on piano. Welcome by Dr. Jonathan Slater, associate professor of communication studies and coordinator of Judaic studies minor. Program includes words by Martin Borell, board chair of the Florida Holocaust Museum; Dr. Herbert Savel, physician and creator of "Kaddish in Wood"; and a tribute to Dr. Douglas Skopp, professor emeritus of history and college historian. Free and open to the public.

Friday, April 16

Friday Gallery Concert Series at SUNY Plattsburgh. 12:15 p.m. Lobby, Myers Fine Arts Building. Free and open to the public.

SUNY Plattsburgh ChoralFest 2010 Concert. 7:30 p.m. Plattsburgh United Methodist Church, 127 Beekman St. JoEllen Miano, director. Tickets available at the door. General admission: $8. Seniors/students/SUNY Plattsburgh faculty and staff: $5. SUNY Plattsburgh students: $2.

Senior Exhibit Presentation. 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building. Senior Art Exhibition 2010 represents a culmination of work by SUNY Plattsburgh art students. This visual essay, which is an annual feature of the Plattsburgh State Art Museum, gives studio and art history majors the opportunity to exhibit and summarize their work. The event uniquely demonstrates the wide variety of mediums and styles taught by the art department at the college. This Saturday, April 17, opening will include student art lectures at 3 p.m. in the Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building and an opening reception starting at 4 p.m. or immediately following the lectures, in the Myers Fine Arts Building Lobby and second floor hallway.

Sunday, April 18

In Conversation with Kristine Ciesinski: A Classical Singer's Career and Art. 3 p.m. Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall. Part of SUNY Plattsburgh's ChoralFest 2010. Meet-the-artist reception to follow. Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, April 21

CS/IT Lunch, Video and Discussion Series. 1-1:50 p.m. Room 111, Redcay Hall. See March 31 listing.

Readers Theater. 6:30 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. Karen Hildebrand, director. Observe or participate in this reading of a variety of plays. Free and open to the public.

"Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price." 7 p.m. Room 200, Yokum Lecture Hall. Filmmaker Robert Greenwald takes aim at the corporate giant that's come to symbolize big business in America -- Wal-Mart -- blasting the box-store Goliath for allegedly paying substandard wages, skimping on employee benefits and gutting communities. This documentary profiles the struggle of everyday folks from around the country who've committed themselves to fighting the mega-retailer. Free and open to the public. Part of a "Political Film Series" presented by Drs. Jurgen Kliest, James Armstrong and Kurtis Hagen.

Thursday, April 22

SUNY Plattsburgh Symphonic Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall. Daniel Gordon, director. Free and open to the public.

Friday, April 23

Women, Music and Social Change: Sounds of the Northway. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall. Presented by Ann Ruzow Holland, adjunct lecturer in earth and environmental science.

Student Showcase: "Almost, Maine." 7:30 p.m. Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building. John Cariani's play, presented by the College Theatre Association and student-directed by Melissa Moore. On a cold, clear Friday night in deepest winter, the northern lights surround Almost, Maine, and its residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unusual and unexpected ways. $5 general admission. $3 SUNY Plattsburgh students.

Saturday, April 24

Champlain Valley Voices and SUNY Plattsburgh Choral Union. 7:30 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall. Karen Becker, artistic director. Jo Ellen Miano, guest conductor. Performance includes Purcell's opera "Dido and Aeneas" (concert version) for chorus, soloists and orchestra. Guest soloists: Kristine Ciesinski, soprano; Alyssa Doggett, soprano; and Constance Waddell, mezzo-soprano. Call 518-564-2283 for ticket information.

Fun on Wheels Bike Rodeo and Safety Event. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. SUNY Plattsburgh Field House parking lot, Rugar Street. Youngsters provided with bike helmets, bicycle course, fire-safety house, car-seat installation and more. Free.

Kids' Night Out. 5-9 p.m. Memorial Hall. Children ages 6-13 take part in sports, games, swimming, movies and arts and crafts. $10 per child. Family rate $7 for each additional child. For information, contact SUNY Plattsburgh Women's Basketball Coach Cheryl Cole at 518-564-4147 or coleca@plattsburgh.edu.

Student Showcase: "Almost, Maine." 7:30 p.m. Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building. See April 23 listing.

Sunday, April 25

Student Showcase: "Almost, Maine." 2 p.m. Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building. See April 23 listing.

Tuesday, April 27

Poetry Workshop. 11 a.m. Room 100, Sibley Hall. Poet Gary Glazner, founder and executive director of the Alzheimer's Poetry Project, facilitates workshop for caregivers, activities personnel, students and community volunteers to help them gain skills to share classic poetry with individuals living with Alzheimer's disease. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Laura Dominianni at 518-564-3377.

Boogie Woogie Rumble of a Dream Deferred, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Warren Ballroom.

SUNY Plattsburgh Chamber Ensembles Concert. 7:30 p.m. Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall. Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, April 28

CS/IT Lunch, Video and Discussion Series. 1-1:50 p.m. Room 111, Redcay Hall. See March 31 listing.

Thursday, April 29

16th Annual Conference on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Angell College Center, SUNY Plattsburgh. Topics include "Early On-Set Dementia: Detection, Diagnosis and Treatment"; "AD 2010: Practical and Compassionate Multimodal Evaluation and Treatment of Alzheimer's and Dementia"; "Senior Fitness: An introduction to Basic Strengthening Exercise"; and "Aging Veterans: Re-living Trauma." $50 for professionals; $40 family caregivers/students and for three or more from the same agency registering together. For more information, contact Kenna LaPorte, 518-564-3370. To register, contact Kate Chilton, 518-564-3054.

Gender, Solidarity, and the Politics of Accountability. 12:30-1:45 p.m. Alumni Conference Room, Angell College Center. Presented by Dr. Ann Russo from DePaul University.

SUNY Plattsburgh Mambo Combo. 8-11 p.m. Irises Café and Wine Bar, 20-22 City Hall Place, Plattsburgh. Directed by Dr. Rick Davies with Curtis Fowlkes, trombone. Part of the 34th Annual SUNY Plattsburgh Jazz Festival.

Friday, April 30

Jazz Artist Curtis Fowlkes Workshop. 2-3:30 p.m. Room 300, Myers Fine Arts Building. Part of the 34th Annual SUNY Plattsburgh Jazz Festival. Free and open to the public.

Take Back the Night. 7 p.m. Warren Ballrooms, Angell College Center.

SUNY Plattsburgh Festival Jazz Concert. 7:30 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall. Curtis Fowlkes performs with the Jazz Ensemble, Herm Matlock, director, and Mambo Combo, Dr. Rick Davies, director. Tickets at Angell College Center and at the door. General admission: $8. Seniors/students/SUNY Plattsburgh faculty and staff: $5. SUNY Plattsburgh students: $2. Part of the 34th Annual SUNY Plattsburgh Jazz Festival.

May

Saturday, May 1

Latin Dance Party. 7-10 p.m. The Naked Turtle, 1 Dock St., Plattsburgh. Rick Davies and Jazzismo with special guests Curtis Fowlkes, trombone; Papo Ross, vocals; and Herm Matlock, trumpet. General admission: $5. SUNY Plattsburgh students: $2. All ages admitted until 10 p.m. Part of the 34th Annual SUNY Plattsburgh Jazz Festival.

"Wit." 7:30 p.m. Hartman Theatre, Myers Fine Arts Building. Willsboro Drama Club presents Margaret Edson's play, directed by Derrick A. Hopkins. Facing cancer, a renowned English professor reassesses her life and work. $5 general admission. $2 SUNY Plattsburgh students.

Sunday, May 2

Faculty Recital: Ann Ellsworth. 2 p.m. Winkel Courtyard, Myers Fine Arts. Free and open to the public.

Monday, May 3

Sinfonia Ensemble Concert. 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium. Elizabeth Gorevic directs Sinfonia String Ensemble Concert. Free and open to the public.

Ongoing

April 16-24

SUNY Plattsburgh ChoralFest 2010. Jo Ellen Miano, director. Guest artist: Kristine Ciesinski, soprano. Graduate students from Eastman School of Music Alyssa Doggett, soprano, and Constance Waddell, mezzo-soprano. Weeklong series of concerts and events.

April 17-May 15

B.F.A. Senior Exhibition 2010. Noon-4 p.m. Burke Gallery and Myers Lobby Gallery. For more information, phone 518-564-2474 or 2178; fax 518-574-2473 or www.plattsburgh.edu/museum.