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This Week’s Events
Udall Scholarship Info Session
Monday, February 10, Noon-1 p.m.
Broad Hall 204
The Udall Foundation awards scholarships to college sophomores and juniors for leadership, public service and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment.
Faculty Talk: The Supreme Court and Contraception
Tuesday, February 11, 12:30-1:10 p.m.
N. Sanborn Hall B101
Professor of Political Studies Rachel VanSickle-Ward will talk about the Supreme Court reviewing limits to birth control access and the possible implications.
Study Abroad Information Session
Tuesday, February 11, 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Broad Hall 210
Learn about the many study abroad and domestic exchange opportunities Pitzer offers. Pitzer students planning a semester of study abroad must attend prior to making an advising appointment.
MCSI Lecture: Eleanore Stump – “Suffering and Flourishing”
Tuesday, February 11, 4:15-5:30 p.m.
Benson Auditorium
Eleonore Stump, professor of philosophy at Saint Louis University, will discuss relevant Christian doctrines to see what can explain and defend the attitude towards suffering found in the Christian tradition that sees suffering as part of flourishing.
Industry Dinner Series: Careers in International Brands/Business
Tuesday, February 11, 5:15-6:30 p.m.
McConnell Private Dining Room
Pitzer parent Kallick Datta P’23, CEO of Global Brand Partners and Universify, will talk about his companies which are global leaders in footwear and fashion apparel branding and marketing. Dinner provided.
Career Chat: Connecting with Alumni and Others
Wednesday, February 12, 4:15-5 p.m.
Scott Courtyard
Connecting with alumni is a great way to learn more about careers and to make connections. Learn how to use Switchboard, LinkedIn and the Pitzer Professional Directory.
Family Weekend
February 14-17
During these four days, Pitzer College presents dozens of academic, cultural and social events for families of Pitzer students.
Environmental Analysis (EA) Career Panel
Friday, February 14, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Atherton Hall 103
Redford Conservancy Board of Friend’s member Gary Jakobs, principal of Ascent Environmental, will talk with students about his career path and current work.
Sullivan Lecture: Forever Chemicals
Friday, February 14, 3-5 p.m.
Benson Auditorium
This panel brings together government officials, public health advocates and technical experts to discuss the breadth of the PFAS contamination crisis and steps towards protecting public health.
Career Roundtable: Business and Law
Friday, February 14, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Broad Performance Space, Broad Center
Members of Pitzer’s Board of Trustees, Alumni Board and Parent Leadership Council who have experience in business and law will be available for informal career conversations with Pitzer students.
Career Roundtable: Entertainment and Media
Friday, February 14, 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Broad Center 208
Members of Pitzer’s Board of Trustees, Alumni Board and Parent Leadership Council who have experience in entertainment and media will be available for informal career conversations with Pitzer students.
Keep Up to Date
Visit the Pitzer Events Calendar for a more complete list of events. Submit your events or notices to the Pitzer calendar to be included in the Monday newsletter. Deadline for ZEST submissions is by noon Thursday.
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