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Week of October 7, 2019

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This Week’s Events

Study Abroad Information Session
Tuesday, October 8, Noon-1 p.m.

Broad Center 209
Attend a study abroad information session to learn about study abroad and domestic exchange opportunities. Pitzer students looking to study abroad are required to attend a session before applying.

UCSF Master of Science in Global Health Info Session
Tuesday, October 8, 12:15-1 p.m.
Burns Lecture Hall, Keck Science Center
Interested in global medicine? A gap year option? Learn about the University of California San Francisco Master of Science in Global Health and prepare for a career in research, policy, organizational leadership, academia or program management and evaluation.

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Berkeley Law School Info Session
Tuesday, October 8, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Private Dining Room, McConnell Dining Hall
Jim Dempsey, executive director of Berkeley Center for Law & Technology, will be at Pitzer to meet with STEM students and others interested in a career in law.

Empowering Our Next Generation of Environmental Stewards On Campus
Tuesday, October 8, 5-8:30 p.m.
Redford Conservancy & Drinkward Recital Hall, HMC
Tour the Redford Conservancy, then join the conversation as panelists provide their insights on how higher education campuses can inspire the regenerative innovators of tomorrow.

Wellness Wednesdays: National Depression Screening Day
Wednesday, October 9, Noon-1 p.m.
McConnell Center Lobby
Meet with Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services staff for free access to depression screening and resources. Strive 2 Thrive self-care kits and swag will be raffled.

Hangin’ with Rabbi Danny
Wednesday, October 9, 3-4 p.m.
Stop by to chat about anything with Rabbi Danny and enjoy a free drink. Hang out for 5 minutes or for an hour, it’s up to you. Open to all 7C students.

Career Pop Up: Connecting with Alumni
Wednesday, October 9, 4:15-5 p.m.
Southwest Patio, Mead Hall
Learn the best tools for connecting with alumni and other working professionals by using Switchboard, LinkedIn and the Pitzer Professional Directory. Light refreshments and popcorn bar will be provided.

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Meet & Walk Over to HMC STEM Job and Internship Fair
Thursday, October 10, 10:30-1 a.m.
Scott Hall 126
Meet in Career Services to address last-minute questions and concerns, then go attend the STEM Job & Internship Fair at Harvey Mudd.

Costa Rica Summer Health Information Sessions
Thursday, October 10, Noon-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.
West Hall Q100
Attend one of two sessions to learn about the Costa Rica Summer Health program where you can develop your Spanish skills, explore health care and gain an understanding of the life and culture of the region.

Industry Dinner Series: Cryptocurrency
Thursday, October 10, 5:15-6:30 p.m.
McConnell Private Dining Room
Join us for a conversation with Gina Pieters, an economist from the University of Chicago, who will talk about her experiences working with cryptocurrency firms.

Pitzer in Vietnam Summer Program Information Session
Friday, October 11, Noon-1 p.m.
West Hall Q100
This intensive six-week summer program, based in Hue, Vietnam, gives you the opportunity to live with a Vietnamese family and explore the history and society of Vietnam.

Lecture: Critical Environmental Justice
Friday, October 11, 4:15 p.m.
Benson Auditorium
Professor David N. Bellow, UCSB, teaches courses on environmental and social justice, race/class/gender and environmental conflict, human-animal conflicts, sustainability and social change movements that confront our socio-environmental crises and social inequality.


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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