WCU Campus Announcements http://www.wcupa.edu/ West Chester University - Campus Announcements en-us This Week at WCU 11/20/2009 http://wcupa.edu/news_updates/article.asp?NewsID=504 Open to the public. Free unless otherwise noted.

For a look at some of the University’s faculty research, student activities and cultural affairs, visit the News & Events website.

Cancellation/Postponement Information – Events and other WCU-related functions

Generally, should adverse weather conditions make it inadvisable to operate the University, all University-related events or functions will also be cancelled. The WCU homepage at http://www.wcupa.edu will carry the most up-to-date and specific information regarding event cancellation or postponement notices.

 

Persons attending events scheduled to occur at the University by non-University organizations should contact their event organizer for cancellation information.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Friday, Nov. 20, 6 to 8 p.m. “No Night Without a Telescope” stargazing sessions celebrate the International Year of Astronomy. West Chester astronomers will set up telescopes so anyone will be able to take a closer look at Jupiter, star clusters, the moon and other phenomena. Academic Quad. In case of clouds or rain, check http://courses.wcupa.edu/rthornton/nnwt.htm Robert J. Thornton, Jr. 610-436-2614.

Sunday, Nov. 22, 3 p.m. Irving Cohen Memorial Concert with the Symphony Orchestra, directed by Ovidiu Marinescu. Call to preorder tickets (general admission): $10 adults, $5 senior citizens/students. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre. 610-436-2266.

Thursday, Dec. 3, 7 p.m. Las Posadas: A Traditional Mexican Festival. This semester’s events in “The Big Read” program come to a close with a family-friendly Mexican holiday tradition hosted by the Chester County Historical Society, 225 North High Street, West Chester. Mame Purce 610-4738-0467 or Vicki Tischio 610-436-2898.

Saturday, Dec. 5, 3 and 7 p.m. The School of Music celebrates the season with its 88th annual holiday program. Emily K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building. Tickets $10; $5 for students and seniors. 610-436-2266.

Saturday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m. West Chester University’s Theatre and Dance Department hosts the 10th Annual AIDS Benefit to raise awareness and funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Silent auction before performance. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre. Tickets $15; $12 for students and seniors. 610-436-2533.
 

THEATRE PERFORMANCES

Friday, Nov. 20, through Sunday, Nov 22. University Theatre presents the Student Written One-Acts, a collection of plays from the spring 2009 playwrighting class. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets $5. Brandywine Hall, Room 033. 610-436-2533.

Friday, Nov. 20, through Sunday, Nov. 22. The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Chester County presents The Pirates of Penzance, or The Slave of Duty. Four West Chester University students are among the cast members: Ashley Ray (Mabel), Dan Moyer (Frederic), Derek Hess (Samuel) and Christina O’Brien (Kate). Nov. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 and 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets purchased in advance: $18 adult; $15 senior; $8 student. Tickets at the door: $22 adult; $17 senior; $10 student. Emily K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building. 610-269-5499 or www.gsschesco.org

CONCERTS

Unless otherwise noted, call 610-435-2739 for more information on concerts.

Friday, Nov. 20, 6 p.m. The School of Music presents a senior recital by Kirsten Waterson, voice. Gates Family Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center.

Friday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m. Statesman Jazz Ensemble, Marc Jacoby, director. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.

Saturday, Nov. 21. The School of Music presents senior recitals in the Gates Family Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center.

    12 p.m. Clarinet students Stephanie Cullen and Rebecca Pasqualo.

     2 p.m. Brieann Pasko, voice.

    4 p.m. Graduate student Chris Macy, piano.

Sunday, Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m. Symphonic Band/Concert Band directed by Andrew Yozviak and Michael Britcher. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.

Monday, Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m. Faculty Recital: InYoung Lee, soprano. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.Monday, Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m. Faculty Recital: Elizabeth Pfaffle, horn. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 8:15 p.m. Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, Andrew Yozviak, director. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.

Thursday, Dec. 3, 8:15 p.m. Chamber Orchestra, Sylvia Ahramjian, director. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.

Friday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m. The School of Music presents a senior recital by Diana Gomola, clarinet. Gates Family Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center.

Friday, Dec. 4, 8:15 p.m. Mark Rimple directs the student ensemble Collegium Musicum. Gates Family Recital Hall.


ART EXHIBITS

Through Friday, Dec. 18. Two exhibitions: Works by bachelor of fine arts students in McKinney Gallery 100 and Long Gallery; works by art department faculty in McKinney Gallery 101. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 12 to 4 p.m. Mitchell Hall. 610-436-2755.


ATHLETICS

For information on West Chester University athletics, check the official website: www.wcupagoldenrams.com <http://www.wcupagoldenrams.com/>.

 

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009 

  What is Equality PA?
Presented by Jake Kaskey speaking at LGBTQA Meeting
Time - 4:30 pm-5:30pm       Location - 252 Sykes Union
Facilitated by Jason Stansberry
 

   Women’s Center Club General Meeting
Time - 7:30-8:30pm     Location -Lawrence Center 

 

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2009
Student Government Meeting
Open to all Students
Time- 7:15 pm    Location – Brandywine Hall Room 031 (Downstairs)

Diversity Is Good For Us All!
Presented by Dr. Mark Good, Counselor Education
Time - 9:30pm -11:00am        Location - 209 Sykes Union
Facilitated by: Monae Kelsey

Coming Out As A College Athlete: One Story About the Power of Ally Support!
Presented by Mr. Brian Sims, Esq., Alumnus of Bloomsburg University
Time - 7:30pm-8:45pm      Location -  Ballroom A/B Sykes Union; 
Facilitated by: Jason Stansberry; co-sponsored by IGC 

 

WEDNESDAY NOVMEBER 18, 2009
Disability Awareness Event
Sponsored by the Office of Students with Disabilities
Time - 10:00 am-6:00pm (dark)    Location -  front lawn of Ehinger Gym

Casino Night Themed around Equality/Diversity
Sponsored by the Black Student Union
Time -  8:00pm-10:00pm         Location Common Grounds, Sykes Union (Free!)

Educators Educating on Equality:  Faculty & Staff Panel Discussion
Time -  12:00pm-1:00pm        Location - Sykes Union Ballroom A
Facilitated by: Jackie Aliotta

Project Lemonade
Time - 10:00am-3:00pm    Location - Sykes Union Lobby

 

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2009

  DNA: How Our Genetics Label Us:  Presented by Dr. Anita Foeman
Time -  2:00 pm-3:30pm Location - 209 Sykes Union;
Facilitated by Monae Kelsey

“Hip Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes” (A Film about the Hip Hop Culture) & Discussion
Time - 7:00 pm-9:00pm    Location -  168 Main Hall;
Facilitated by: Dr. Adale Sholock       
         Co-sponsored by Women’s Center

Sigma Pi’s 15th Annual Sorority Showdown
Cost – $ 3 at the door
Time – 7pm Location - Sykes Ballrooms

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2009

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT – HANGING OF THE GREENS
Time – 1 – 4 pm
If your interested in helping please email SGA@wcupa.edu 

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All students are welcome to attend this important presentation. 

Sykes Student Union Ballroom C

Sept 23, 2009 12- 1 p.m.

Oct 29, 2009 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Jan 28, 2010 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Feb 22, 2010 12-1 p.m. 

Presenters: Office of the Registrar, Graduation Clearance Specialists 

 

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