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Friday, January 1, 2021
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(All Day)
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Saturday, January 2, 2021
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(All Day)
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2:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Sunday, January 3, 2021
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(All Day)
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(All Day)
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(All Day)
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Monday, January 4, 2021
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(All Day)
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Wednesday, January 6, 2021
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7:00 PM
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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(All Day)
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Saturday, January 9, 2021
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2:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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5:00 PM
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Town Hall for Students and Families, via Zoom
(Academic)
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Description: |
The college will host a virtual town hall from 5-5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12 for students and families. President Nayef Samhat, Vice President and Dean of Students Roberta Hurley, Provost Mike Sosulski, Director of Parent Engagement Thom Henson, Associate Vice President and Director of the Wellness Center Beth Wallace and Director of Business Services and Risk Management Dan Deeter, along with members of the COVID-19 Student Response Team, will discuss COVID-19 guidelines and answer questions. Click here to pre-register. Pre-submit questions by emailing WoffordNews@wofford.edu
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via Zoom |
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Wofford News
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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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MLK Week: Bonner Scholars: Keeping the Same Energy
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
Bonner Scholars Hector Ortiz, Tyrus Peoples, Breana Dogan, Savannah Bryant and Sammy Omar will highlight the importance of community engagement and service and their connection to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and empower members of the Wofford community to “Keep the Same Energy,” in alignment with the college’s 2021 King celebration theme. Attendees also will receive information on how to register for service opportunities to engage in on MLK Day, Jan. 18, to join members of the Wofford and Spartanburg community in remembrance of King.
For a full list of MLK Events go to: https://www.wofford.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/mlk-events-2021.
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https://wofford.zoom.us/j/97156170064 |
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Dean Taifha Alexander
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Thursday, January 14, 2021
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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7:00 PM
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Saturday, January 16, 2021
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3:00 PM
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Sunday, January 17, 2021
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4:00 PM
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MLK Event: Movie Viewing - The Color of Friendship
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
Come and enjoy a free showing of The Color of Friendship,
the story of two girls from opposite sides of the world who in 1977 come
together and change each other's lives. Mahree Bok, a young girl living in
apartheid South Africa with her wealthy family, spends a semester abroad in
Washington, D.C. with Piper Delluems, the daughter of a Black U.S. congressman.
Both Piper and Mahree are challenged to explore their misconceptions of each
other and learn the true meaning of friendship.
Link: https://bit.ly/MLKMovie
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https://bit.ly/MLKMovie |
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Nadia Glover
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Monday, January 18, 2021
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(All Day)
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1:00 PM
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Keeping the Same Energy: 2021 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Keynote Address, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
Dr. Shayla Nunnally, professor of political science and chair of the Africana studies program at the University of Tennessee, will deliver the 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day keynote address. In amplifying the racial justice movement of 2020 and on the heels of the election of a new president, Nunnally will highlight King's belief in the ability of American political institutions' authority to facilitate democracy and racial equity, while analyzing the possibility of that belief under the Biden-Harris Administration. This event is open to everyone within the Wofford community as well as the larger, global community it serves. Register in advance using the Zoom link:.
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https://wofford.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rn3tRLTHSQirmNHhvonEmA |
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Dean Taifha Alexander
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2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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MLK Week: Opportunities in Washington, DC: A conversation with the U.S. House of Representative Office of Diversity and Inclusion Director Kemba Hendrix and Deputy Director Jeyben Castro, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
The House Office of Diversity and Inclusion is an
independent office within the U.S. House of Representatives committed to
creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Attend this
information session led by Director Kemba Hendrix and Deputy Director Jayben
Castro, to learn more about the office’s charge to provide Congress with a
diversity plan that will direct and guide House employing offices to recruit,
hire, train, develop, advance, promote, and retain a diverse workforce. During
the information session, there also will be an opportunity to learn more about
intern and externship possibilities with the office. Link: https://wofford.zoom.us/j/95594969732
For a full list of MLK Events go to: https://www.wofford.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/mlk-events-2021
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https://wofford.zoom.us/j/95594969732 |
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Dr. David Alvis
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6:00 PM
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MLK Week: Poetry Slam, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
Come for an evening of reflection and celebration. All
members of the Wofford community will have an opportunity to read excerpts from
texts written by people who have dedicated their lives to promoting unity
through community responsibility and uplifting the voices of the unheard.
Registered participants may choose from a list of books, poems and short
stories provided by the hosts of the event, or they may read an excerpt from a
text they provide. Participants will be limited to a 2-minute reading to allow
enough time for all other participants to share.
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/AjWasbZ7uR38pkcB9
For a full list of MLK Events go to: https://www.wofford.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/mlk-events-2021
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https://bit.ly/MLKPoetrySlam |
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Nadia Glover
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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6:30 PM
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MLK Week: The COVID-19 Pandemic and Impacts on Communities of Color in the Upstate, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
The novel coronavirus has reinforced many ugly truths about racial disparities pervasive and entrenched in our society. Long-standing structural health and social inequities in the United States have created stark imbalances, where Black and Brown communities are disproportionately impacted by the virus and ensuing pandemic. More so, institutionalized racism manifests in differential access to healthcare, education, economic stability, the criminal justice system and broader social services. This virtual event is sponsored and led by Furman University's Center for Inclusive Communities and will highlight the impacts of the global pandemic in the Upstate, and the efforts community organizers and service organizations have prioritized as a means to tackle these challenging times. Panelists will address a wide variety of issues and the unique implications from a community engagement lens. Panelists are Lindsey Jacobs, policy and advocacy director, Public Education Partners; Jalen Elrod, community organizer; and Traci Fant, CEO, Freedom Fighters Upstate Foundation. Link to Register: https://furman.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kGw0gBVYTq2j3pXu28mlzQ
For a full list of MLK Events go to: https://www.wofford.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/mlk-events-2021
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https://furman.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kGw0gBVYTq2j3pXu28mlzQ |
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Dean Taifha Alexander
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7:30 PM
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Spartanburg City Councilwomen Erica Brown & Meghan Smith and the legacy of Dr. King, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
Spartanburg City Councilwomen Erica Brown and
Meghan Smith will talk about their journey in the political sphere, and will discuss
their role as publicservants in relationship to the life and legacy of Dr.
King.Join us to learn more on how our representatives make a difference and
fight for equity and social change in the city of Spartanburg.
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https://wofford.zoom.us/j/98534840611?pwd=V043aGhxRXY5MDJucTZoZ0kxZGc4UT09 |
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Dr. Begona Caballero
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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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4:00 PM
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Town Hall for Faculty and Staff, via Zoom
(Academic)
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Description: |
Faculty/Staff
Please join President Nayef Samhat and other college leaders
for a Town Hall on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 4 p.m. Send your questions in advance
to WoffordNews@wofford.edu. Please
send questions by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19. We will take pre-submitted
questions first, but will answer live questions if time permits.
Register in advance for this webinar: https://wofford.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HGQTDiJFQbSrMFY0FTud3w
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https://wofford.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HGQTDiJFQbSrMFY0FTud3w |
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Wofford News
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5:00 PM
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MLK Week: Conversations with the City of Spartanburg's Chief of Police, via Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
The police killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and so many others have led to calls for the defunding, and even abolishing police. In alignment with the theme of this year's MLK celebration, “Keeping the Same Energy: Whatever Impacts One Directly, Impacts All Indirectly,” the MLK planning committee is hosting a virtual conversation with Spartanburg Chief of Police Alonzo Thompson. As a Black, male, chief of police, Thompson will provide insight into race, equity and policing in Spartanburg. Link: https://wofford.zoom.us/j/93173774637
For a full list of MLK Events go to: https://www.wofford.edu/about/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/mlk-events-2021
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https://wofford.zoom.us/j/93173774637 |
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Dean Taifha Alexander
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Information Session: Summer Study Abroad Scholarship for BIPOC Students, Zoom
(multiple cals)
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Description: |
The Office of International Programs is hosting an information session for students interested in applying for the CIEE Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship. This scholarship funds 10 students of color for a fully-funded summer study abroad program in Dublin, Ireland. Those who apply but do not receive the fellowship will receive $3000 towards summer study abroad. Program details, student eligibility, and application procedure will be discussed. Applications are due February 14. Zoom link in Daily Announcements.
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Zoom - Link in Daily Announcements |
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International Programs
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Friday, January 22, 2021
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Noon
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3:30 PM
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7:00 PM
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Saturday, January 23, 2021
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Noon
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7:00 PM
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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
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11:00 AM - Noon
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Budgeting for Study Abroad, Zoom
(multiple cals)
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During this session, staff from the Office of International Programs and study abroad alumni will discuss managing money while studying abroad and how to access program budget information. Available scholarship opportunities for study abroad as well as eligibility requirements, deadlines, and application components will be covered as well. Zoom link in Daily Announcements.
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Zoom - Link in Daily Announcements |
Contact: |
International Programs
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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KAHOOT Trivia Night, via Zoom
(Student Life)
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Description: |
Join Zoom Meeting https://wofford.zoom.us/j/3137352655?pwd=aVViaHQwTTZnWFJGa2lKK3JhSG84Zz09 Meeting ID: 313 735 2655 Passcode: 436526
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ZOOM: ONLINE ONLY |
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Zoe Mullins
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Thursday, January 28, 2021
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Saturday, January 30, 2021
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7:00 PM
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