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I hope you have had a restful and restorative break. First, announcements. Steve Engel from the Dean of the Faculty\u2019s office wrote to with regard to the Fall 2022 Advising Workshop Series which has concluded<\/strong>. All sessions were recorded, and all recordings as well as related materials such as powerpoints or handouts are posted to the Academic Advising Portal for Faculty and Student Support Advisors<\/a> under the drop-down labeled “Advising Workshop Series 2022-23.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Darren Gallant from the Center for Global Education wrote to announce information on three courses that will be available to students for the 2023 Short Term period.<\/strong> Students interested in these programs should review the course descriptions, attend information sessions, reach out to the faculty leaders, and submit completed applications by January 19, 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Access to the application, information on extra costs, and more details are available at the links below. Please do share as appropriate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Central European Theater and Politics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prof. Kati Vecsey<\/a> & Prof. James Richter<\/a> Earthquakes & the San Andreas Fault<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prof. Shreya Arora<\/a> & Rebecca Minor<\/a> Travel, Medicine, and the COVID-19 Pandemic in Chile<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prof. T. Glen Lawson<\/a> and Prof. David George<\/a> Upcoming Info Sessions: November 16, 7-8pm, Location: Roger Williams G18<\/p>\n\n\n\n Information on each course and links to their applications is available online here: https:\/\/www.bates.edu\/global-education\/off-campusstudy\/opportunities\/courses\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Financial aid is available for eligible students. Please be aware that committing to one of these courses does involve extra costs that students are responsible for upon confirmation of enrollment. Questions about individual courses should be directed to the appropriate faculty member. General questions about off-campus short term can be directed to globaleducation@bates.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Couple of notes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Michael Hanrahan from ILS wrote with information on a series of workshops to showcase the virtual reality and fabrication resources available in the VizLab.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n VizLab I: 3D Printers<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tues, Nov 29th, 12:00-12:45 in Coram 103<\/p>\n\n\n\n This session will demonstrate the VizLab\u2019s 3D printers (including how to locate and send models to print, resources for modeling, and some of the many materials that can be used in 3D fabrication). <\/p>\n\n\n\n VizLab II: Laser Cutter and Cricut<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fri, Dec 2nd, 12:00-12:45 in Coram 103<\/p>\n\n\n\n The VizLab recently acquired a Glowforge<\/a> Laser Cutter along with a small CNC device called a Cricut<\/a>. This session will demonstrate some curricular uses of these cutting tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VizLab III: VR <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tues, Dec 13th, 12:00 – 1:00 in Coram 102<\/p>\n\n\n\n During this session, we\u2019ll set up several VR headsets in the XR space in the VizLab to enable the experience of VR. We\u2019ll have several headsets available to try, including the Vive Pro, Vive Focus 3, Oculus Rift S, Oculus\/Meta Quest 2, and the latest Meta Quest Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n VizLab IV: Generative AI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fri, Dec 16th, 12:00 – 1:00 in Coram 102<\/p>\n\n\n\n The VizLab now has Generative AI resources, including DALLE-2 and Midjourney, which use machine learning algorithms to create images autonomously (see the Colorado State Fair<\/a> for a recent example). We\u2019ll walk through the abilities of each of these programs, as well as tips for prompt engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To register for any of the sessions, please use our online Registration Form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Caitlin Lamplan from the Muskie Archives wrote to share our new digital collection,<\/strong> <\/strong>Maine and the Environment: A Collection of Archival Resources<\/strong><\/a> with us. <\/strong>The Maine and the Environment digital collection brings together material from across the Edmund S. Muskie Archives and Special Collections Library relating to the environment and environmental issues. The exhibit currently pulls from four collections, including the vast collection of Edmund S. Muskie. The digital exhibit will grow as more material is digitized so it can better capture and represent the breadth of environmentally related materials held within the archives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please go to https:\/\/scarab.bates.edu\/archives<\/strong><\/a> for all our current archival material in SCARAB<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to the digital content listed above, the links below will bring you to digital content directly related to Bates history. The documents list and link to available material with short descriptions and how to use\/search material if necessary. Please note some links go to Bates resources digitized by other institutions, and we will be adding material as we continue to digitize. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bates History material and resources<\/strong><\/a> – <\/strong>The Bates Student and Mirror, and well beyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bates Founding documents<\/strong><\/a> – <\/strong>Includes early documentation of the college as well other material. Please see Bates History list above for more Bates resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We are excited to share our digital content and I hope you find the resources helpful. I am happy to answer any questions about the online collections or the archives’ collections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Hoi Ning Ngai, Darby Ray, and Daphne Comeau wrote to us about the Community Giving Campaign.<\/strong> <\/strong>At this time of year, when many of us are focusing on what we\u2019re thankful for, our team welcomes you to consider how you can contribute to our wider community by participating in this year’s Community Giving Campaign<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The organizations we’re partnering with \u2013 Community Health Charities of Maine, United Way of Androscoggin County, MaineShare \u2013 are on the front lines of meeting the needs of our neighbors, many of whom are especially pressed this year. Won’t you consider making a gift as part of this year’s Campaign? No amount is too small \u2013 truly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our goal is to raise $40,000 from 225 Bates donors by Friday, December 2nd. As of November 18th, we have raised $19,242 from 108 donors. With your support, we can make it happen! <\/p>\n\n\n\n We can\u2019t emphasize enough that the amount you give is much less important than simply participating as a donor. After all, small amounts add up. Together, we can make a big difference in our community. Please consider joining your Bates colleagues and friends in this year’s Community Giving Campaign. We need you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n We stand with those affected by this attack on the LGBTQIA+ community. Please join us for this opportunity to engage in reflection: <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to this opportunity to gather, the following are additional support resources available to the campus community:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Faculty and Staff:<\/p>\n\n\n\n All:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The OIE continues to live the core values of our mission statement which embodies Belonging, Community, and Education. Please feel free to contact any of our Team<\/a> members for further support. Next, upcoming events. Bonney Science Center 180<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n LAVA Lunch Bunch <\/a> Bonney Science Center 180<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Rebekah Gray, Postdoctoral Scholar, Faust Group at The College of Wooster Healthy Substance Use Group<\/strong> Looking for a supportive space to talk about your relationship with substances and have regular thoughtful check-ins? Professor Stephanie Kelley-Romano (SKR), Bates Health Services, and the Multifaith Chaplaincy are holding a Healthy Substance Use Group once a week. Faculty, staff, and students are all welcome. Drop in for any amount of time you can. 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Kristin Cloutier from the Harward Center wrote with a link to the Harward Center\u2019s recent blog post, featuring a first-hand account of Election Day at Bates from Jenna Dela Cruz Vendil, the Harward Center’s Associate Director of Democratic Engagement and Student Activism.<\/strong> From sun-up to sun-down, Jenna and her team of students and campus partners brought organization, information, and unflagging energy to the day’s pursuit of “informed civic action” (Bates mission statement). The blog post can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enrollment: up to 22
Dates: April 25 to May 18
Costs estimated around $5,000, to be updated by January.
Locations: Hungary and Czech Republic
Learn more and apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enrollment: up to 18
Dates: May 2 \u2013 23
Costs estimated around $3,500, to be updated by January.
Location: California, USA
Learn more and apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enrollment: up to 24
Dates: April 30 – May 20
Costs estimated around $4,000, to be updated by January.
Location: Santiago, Chile
Learn more and apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Megan McHenry from the Registrar\u2019s Office wrote with information on optimization for Winter 2023.<\/strong> Optimation has been run and you can view your class rosters in Garnet Gateway. Accepted petitions are due to the registrar’s office by Wednesday, November 30 at 4:00 pm<\/strong> and all accepted students will be registered prior to add\/drop opening on Monday, December 5 at 7:00am. Please remember that only students with an Eligible to Petition status can petition for a course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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The Office of Intercultural Education Team wrote to <\/strong>invite you into a Community Circle to reflect on the shooting at Club Q in the college town of Colorado Springs. <\/strong> We condemn this hateful act and stand with the LGBTQIA+ community. We are heartbroken after learning that five people were killed and many more were seriously injured last weekend, on the eve of Transgender Day of Remembrance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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\u201cTo Be Fat, Black, Young and Female: Why Fatphobia Puts Black Girls at Risk\u201d<\/strong>
<\/strong>Lecture by Amy Abugo Ongiri, Professor of Ethnic Studies, University of Portland<\/strong>
<\/strong>Monday, November 28th, 2022 at 7:30 PM<\/strong>
<\/strong>Pettengill G65<\/strong>
<\/strong>All are Welcome!
“High-Throughput Trace-Level Non-Target Screening for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) in Environmental Waters”<\/strong>
<\/strong>Dr. Gordon Getzinger, Research Scientist at Biobot Analytics, Lecturer at Tufts University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Candidate<\/strong>
<\/strong>Monday, November 28, 2022 | 4:10PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Upcoming CITL Events:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
(LAVA<\/strong> = L<\/strong>ecturers, A<\/strong>ssistants in Instruction, V<\/strong>isiting Professors, and A<\/strong>pplied Faculty)
Tuesday, November 29th, 12-1 pm, Commons 211
Lament for the Earth
November 30 – 12-1 p.m.
163 Wood Street (Lunch Provided)
<\/strong>Join together to name our collective climate despair, contemplate with poetry, and create hope.
On the Menu: Inclusive Group Work<\/a>
Wednesday, November 30th, 12-1 pm, Commons 221<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“A Tale of Two Environmental Perspectives”<\/strong>
<\/strong>Wednesday, November 30, 2022 | 4:10PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
and Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry Candidate<\/p>\n\n\n\n
every Thursday – 11:30-12:30<\/strong>
<\/strong>Commons 211<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
IMPACT 21st (Innovation, Media, Process, Arts, Collaboration and Technology for the 21st Century) and Bates Arts Collaborative<\/strong>
<\/strong>Thursday, December 8 – 4:30-6:00 p.m.<\/strong>
<\/strong>Coram Library<\/strong>
<\/strong>All faculty and staff are invited to celebrate the Sherman Foundation Arts & Technology Grant. This grant will promote new approaches to teaching and learning in the arts, support Bates faculty, students, and staff in collaborative endeavors, and build on Bates\u2019 commitment to the transformative integration of technology and the arts. Hors d’oeuvres, beverages, interactive technology, and plans for the new IMStudio (Immersive Media) will be shared. Please register in advance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Materials of Time: Recent Intermedia Art and Research in Sonic Histories,“<\/em> <\/strong>
a lunchtime conversation with Professor Asha K. Tamirisa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
*Now in Muskie<\/strong>
All are welcome. RSVP for bag lunch by 11\/27 at: bit.ly\/gssreg<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em><\/strong>Clarisa P\u00e9rez-Armend\u00e1riz, Associate Professor of Politics<\/strong>
<\/em><\/strong>Monday, December 5, 2022 <\/strong>(following the Faculty Meeting)
Commons 221\/222<\/strong>
<\/strong>Dinner at 6:15 p.m. followed by Clarisa\u2019s Presentation. Registration Required. Register for the event here<\/a> by 11\/30\/22.
Candles and Carols<\/strong>
<\/strong>Sunday, December 11, 7:00 p.m.<\/strong>
<\/strong>Peter J. Gomes Chapel<\/strong>
<\/strong>An annual tradition celebrating the season with multifaith readings and music including Christmas hymns, Bates acapella groups, and the College Choir.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"