Cornell College Events
Monday, February 9th (link)
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| All day-Feb 11th | It's More Than Just a Game: African-Americans in Iowa Sports Cole LibrarySince the late nineteenth century, Iowa's African Americans have participated in a variety of sports and contributed in profound ways to Iowa's sporting culture. This exhibit displays just a few of these amazing stories. Tyla Cole, Eastern Iowa Coordinator, African American Museum of Iowa will be present to answer questions from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. each day. Sponsored by the African-American Museum and Cultural Center of Cedar Rapids Iowa, Cole Library and Cornell's Office of Intercultural Life. |
| 9:00 am-12:00 pm | Chautauqua - Term 6 The CommonsPresented by M. Philip Lucas, PhD. As we approach the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth on Feb. 12, 2009, this course explores the questions: How did the 51-year-old get the presidential nomination of the Republican Party? What did he do with the first fifty years of his life? Why do historians rank him as one of our best presidents? This course continues Feb. 16 and 23. Open to adults of all ages. Cost of the four week program is $30. |
| 12:00 pm-12:50 pm | Darwin's Body: A Presentation by Dr. Jill Ehnenn The CommonsVisiting Speaker Dr. Jill Ehnenn will present "Darwin's Body," examining the potential contributions of Darwin's biography and work to Disability Studies and Queer Studies. Sponsored by the English Department, Dimensions, and LaCE, and part of Darwin Week at Cornell. |
| 4:00 pm | Daniel Gullo presentation The CommonsDaniel Gullo, a candidate for the teaching position in the department of history, will give a presentation titled "Books, Images and Reform at 15th Century Montserrat." Members of the community are welcome to attend. Reception to follow in Hedges Conference Room. |
| 5:00 pm-6:30 pm | Eyes of the World Fundraiser The CommonsNeed something special for Valentine's Day? Come to the Eyes of the World Fundraiser and purchase goodies from Asia. Tables will be set up near the Scramble. Questions? Contact Rebekah Paul. |
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