ANNOUNCEMENTS
Distinguished Lecture in Economics available online
The Oct. 14 Distinguished Lecture in Economics by Stanford Professor of Economics Raj Chetty, "Equality of Opportunity in America: New Lessons from Big Data," is now on the SF State YouTube channel. Chetty discussed findings from the Equality of Opportunity Project, which uses big data to develop new answers to the important policy question, "How can we improve economic opportunities for children growing up in low-income families?"
Ceramics Guild Holiday Sale, Nov. 28-Dec. 2
The Ceramics Guild began its annual Holiday Sale Nov. 28. It will run through Dec. 2 from noon to 2 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. in FA 192.
WGS lecture series schedule
The Department of Women and Gender Studies (WGS) has resumed its lecture series on Wednesdays from 12:35 to 1:50 p.m. in HUM 119. Upcoming lectures include:
- Dec. 7: "Evidence of Being: The Black Gay Cultural Renaissance and the Politics of Violence" by Assistant Professor of Sexuality Studies Darius Bost
Free chamber music concert with the Peabody Trio, Dec. 4
The Morrison Chamber Music Center presents a free concert by the Peabody Trio at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, in McKenna Theatre. The piano trio will perform works by Beethoven, Ives and Dvorák. The concert is part of the Morrison Artists Series, the longest-running chamber music series in San Francisco.
Professor Richard Festinger, artistic director of the Morrison Artists Series, will deliver a pre-concert talk at 2 p.m. Dec. 4 in McKenna Theatre. The Peabody Trio will also lead a master class with students from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, in Knuth Hall.
Since winning the Naumburg Chamber Music Award in 1989, the Peabody Trio has established itself as an important presence in the chamber music world as a vivid interpreter of the classics of the repertoire, an advocate for new music and a dedicated teacher and mentor to a generation of young musicians. The trio brings to its music making what the Washington Post calls "the romantic fervor of the 20th century greats."
Reserve your free seats online or call the box office at ext. 8-2467.
"Sofa Sin Casa (Couch With No Home)," Dec. 1-11
Eviction squads are moving through the city. A reporter chases a homeless sofa, but it's got four feet and it's out on the street so it just keeps moving — moving through stories and songs of a world where only the privileged can find shelter. "Sofa Sin Casa (Couch With No Home)" is a crowdsourced play with blues, directed by Roy Conboy, that addresses the current housing situation in San Francisco. Beginning Dec. 1 and running through Dec. 11, the play will be performed at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Sundays in the Little Theatre (CA 107). Visit the play's webpage for pricing information or to make a reservation.
Pre-show talk, Dec. 4
There will be a pre-show talk about the play Sunday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. in CA 104. Written by six SF State alums and Professor of Playwriting Roy Conboy, the play focuses on the housing crisis in the Bay Area. The panel, which will include San Francisco political and investigative reporter Tim Redmond, School of Theatre and Dance Director Todd Roehrman and Conboy, will discuss the issues behind the creation of this theatrical work.
Audience Talk Back, Dec. 8
Join the director and cast of "Sofa Sin Casa (Couch With No Home)" for a talk back session after the Thursday, Dec. 8, performance in the Little Theatre (CA 104).
"A Forum on High Performance Computing," Dec. 5
Faculty with current or anticipated computing needs that cannot be satisfied by personal computers are invited to join "A Forum on High Performance Computing" Monday, Dec. 5, from noon to 1 p.m. in LIB 222. The forum will be led by Academic Technology Director of Technology Services Andrew Roderick. Lunch will be served at this free event. RSVP to rharvey@sfsu.edu. Drop-ins for part of the meeting are also welcome and are asked to RSVP to reserve a lunch. Email questions to rharvey@sfsu.edu or efc@sfsu.edu.
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their needs and how they might be met. Of special interest are the needs and challenges encountered in accessing and using high-performance computing resources by those who use a computing cluster, a server, the cloud or the National Science Foundation supercomputing resources.
This event is sponsored by the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs through its funding of the SF State Statistics Community of Representative Researchers (CORR) Research Cluster. Stat CORR hosts meetings, workshops and training clinics, to foster and promote the dissemination of quantitative and qualitative research skills. Stat CORR aims to connect faculty and staff with specialized methodological knowledge with to those who seek assistance designing new research projects, completing data analysis or developing, submitting and revising extramural grants.
The Medea Project, Dec. 5
With "The Medea Project," an evening of performance-based vignettes, director Rhodessa Jones and the women she works with will explore how an arts-based approach can help reduce the numbers of women returning to jail and can aid women living with diagnoses of HIV/AIDS. The show takes its inspiration from stories from Greco-Roman mythology (e.g., Pandora, Medea, Daphne) and features short performance pieces that weave together the performers' own experiences — of incarceration, of HIV/AIDS diagnosis and of addiction — with the challenges faced by the figures from those ancient stories. Please join us for this free performance with social justice at its heart, which will take place Monday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. in Knuth Hall (CA 132). Questions? Contact Seth Chabay at clas@sfsu.edu or ext. 8-2068.
"Shifting Perspectives: New Moves Choreography Showcase"
"Shifting Perspectives: New Moves Choreography Showcase," a production of the School of Theatre and Dance, encompasses the vision of eight talented student choreographers as they explore the human condition and its myriad idiosyncrasies. The diverse program of dance offers a glimpse into the private thoughts, deep-seated convictions and youthful exuberance of these emerging artists. Directed by Associate Professor of Music and Dance Ray Tadio and supported by numerous designers, these new works resonate with hope for a better tomorrow. Performances will be held in the McKenna Theatre Thursday, Dec. 8, to Saturday, Dec. 10, at 8 p.m. The Sunday, Dec. 11, performance will be held at 2 p.m. Visit the "Shifting Perspectives" webpage for full details, including admission.
Audience Talk Back, Dec. 8.
Join the student choreographers, dancers and director in an audience talk back following the final performance of "Shifting Perspectives" at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, in McKenna Theatre.
Taste of the Bay has new dates
Celebrating its 20th year, the annual Taste of the Bay event will return to City View at METREON. Though normally held in November, the next Taste of the Bay event will have a fresh new look and a new date: Thursday, March 16, 2017, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Check out more at cob.sfsu.edu/tasteofthebay.
The Hospitality and Tourism Management students and program bring together the best of the Bay Area's restaurant chefs, wineries and beverage and dessert companies to please participants' palates. The evening includes live and silent auctions featuring the best in creative and exciting travel, dining and entertainment packages. Purchase discount early bird tickets now for $65 per person. The discount ends Dec. 31.
Register now for additional amenities on UWA 2017 scholarship cruise
Register early to receive additional amenities from Oceania, such as free onboard internet access and a choice of four free shore excursions (or a beverage package or shipboard credits) on the UWA 2017 scholarship cruise. All group participants receive the University Women's Association (UWA) group-exclusive amenities, including pre-paid gratuities, a $100 spa or shipboard credit and a "Dollars for Scholars" contribution by Oceania for every 15 participants. Airfare is included in the 12-day "Adriatic Embrace" cruise package. Also, cruise prices have been reduced by approximately $800 per person, so cabins now range from $4,199 per person to $6,099 per person.
The Oceania Cruises ship Sirena will sail from Aug. 30 to Sept. 11, 2017. The cruise's destination-intensive itinerary will explore 11 ports in six countries, including a mix of historic sites, boutique ports, seaside villages and an overnight stop in Venice. Like the UWA's previous 21 cruises, the "Adriatic Embrace" will raise funds for the organization's student scholarship programs. For more information, visit uwa.sfsu.edu/content/events or email Lin Ivory.
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