
Humanities and Social Sciences News Upcoming Events
February 2019
The Impact of Religion on Cinema
This year's Impact of Religion Lecture will be given by Jeffrey Stout of Princeton University, who will speak on “Cinematic Spectacles of Sacred Suffering: Ethical Challenges in Dreyer and Von Trier.” All are welcome. Hosted by the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies.
Find out moreSupporting Graduate Student Writers
A Panel from The Graduate School will offer strategies for communicating discipline-specific writing conventions and expectations, mentoring graduate students and incorporating writing instruction in graduate courses.
Find out moreWhy Gridlock Rules Washington and How We Can Solve This Crisis
In the hyperpartisan world of politics and the entrenched gridlock in Washington, can Americans trust that there is still time for today's elected leaders to inspire all generations with a spirit of thoughtful, consensus-driven bipartisanship? Former members of Congress Patrick Murphy (D) and David Jolly (R) believe so.
Find out moreTalk on Punishment and Responsibility
Erin Kelly, Professor of Philosophy at Tufts University, will give a talk entitled "Harm Reduction in Criminal Justice" in the Philosophy Colloquium Series.
Find out moreWorkshop: LEARNing to Collaborate and Manage Conflict
An interactive 90-minute workshop for faculty, staff and students with two goals: for participants to consider how their communication might help construct an environment that invites collaboration and proactively manages conflict through open communication and relationship-building; and to practice distinguishing interests from positions in order to manage conflicts through a collaborative focus on underlying interests. Led by Professor of Communication Jessica Katz Jameson. Hosted by NC State's Leadership in Public Science cluster.
Find out more“Talking Black in America:” Screening and Panel Discussion
Film screening of Talking Black in America, a documentary about language and African-American culture from the Language and Life Project at NC State. Panel discussion to follow.
Find out moreMarch 2019
Social Work Summit: Integrated Behavioral Health for Medically Underserved and Rural Populations
Join NC State's Department of Social Work for its 2019 summit on "Integrated Behavioral Health for Medically Underserved and Rural Populations."
Find out morePublic Talk: AUB and the Future of Higher Education in the Arab World
Dr. Fadlo Khuri, president of the American University of Beirut, will deliver a public talk titled "AUB and the Future of Higher Education in the Arab World". Event is FREE and open to the public, but those who wish to attend are encouraged to RSVP for the event.
Find out moreNonprofit Research and Teaching Group Meeting
The Nonprofit Research and Teaching group is a regular gathering of nonprofit researchers, teachers, and students affiliated with NC State who share and discuss relevant nonprofit research, pedagogy, and ideas.
Find out moreWolfpack Speaks 2019: Your Voice Matters
Please join us for Wolfpack Speaks 2018: Your Voice Matters. Dynamic student speakers will address topics related to the theme Speaking for Change. Each student will advocate for a way to make change regarding a cause, issue or purpose that includes a way for audience members to get involved. Speeches will be judged on organization, reasoning, evidence and style. The evening includes a reception for all in attendance.
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