Women in Horror Month Student Panel
2025-02-19 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The Women in Horror Month Student Panel showcases research and discussion on a variety of different horror topics ranging from gender and queer studies to film techniques. If you’re interested in learning more about the genre of horror, or you’re already a fan, join us for an afternoon of scholarly terror.

Biology Department presents Zeba Wunderlich
2025-02-19 15:00 - 16:00 | The Lasry Center for Bioscience
Biology Department Spring 2025 Seminar Series-Zeba Wunderlich, associate professor of biology and director of the Program in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry at Boston University. In her lab, Wunderlich studies the regulation of gene expression; enhancers; developmental biology; systems biology; and innate immunology,

Conversation with Game Design & Interactive Media Alumni & Employers
2025-02-19 17:30 - 19:00
Join us for a conversation virtually with alumni and employers who will discuss the game and game-adjacent industries, hiring trends, career pathways, portfolio tips, and more!
A watch party is available in MACD 404 for those who would like to gather in person for the Zoom.

Colloquium Speaker Series: Jenny Goldstein
2025-02-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Jefferson 218
Starting with solutions: A Global Political Ecology of Algae Innovation

Nature–society scholars have taken on the green energy transition — but what about green materials? Despite the fossil fuel extraction and high emissions profiles associated with cement, fertilizers, and plastics, there is little critical research on possible alternatives or on how a transition to a green materials future might take shape. Seaweed, however, is increasingly touted by scientists, policymakers, and investors for its potential as a climate-responsive replacement for fossil fuels in industrial applications such as plastics, fertilizers, fuels, and animal feed.
This talk presents preliminary research from the North Atlantic and Southeast Asia on the political–ecological dimensions of technological innovation in the global seaweed industry. Dr. Goldstein first outlines the current barriers to and consequences of scaling up seaweed cultivation for a low-carbon future. She then argues that the bio-technical innovation of turning seaweed into a climate-responsive technology is a crucial locus of power through which to understand how the green materials transition may reproduce, or reconfigure, global development dynamics.
Jenny Goldstein is an assistant professor of global development at Cornell University, an Atkinson Center for Sustainability faculty fellow, and a core faculty member of Cornell’s Southeast Asian Studies Program. Jenny, who is also the Director of Cornell’s Center for Social Sciences Qualitative and Interpretive Research Institute (QuIRI), is a political ecologist and human geographer who studies how data infrastructures, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence mediate nature-society relations. Her current research investigates the role of seaweed in shaping the future of green industrial materials within the global bioeconomy.

Professionals in the Visual and Performing Arts Tell Their Stories
2025-02-20 17:00 - 18:30
This unique event will feature a panel of accomplished speakers who will share how their personal passions shaped their career paths in theater, art, and music. The evening will include a roundtable discussion with both alumni and industry professionals, offering valuable insights into their journeys.

CUSB: Beta Alpha Psi Series on Financial Literacy
2025-02-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-07 13:00 - 14:00
Join our special guest, Nancy Rosedale, business community officer at Bank of America, for an insightful Financial Literacy Workshop Series. Learn essential financial skills that will help you manage your money, protect against fraud, and build a secure financial future.
Session 1 (Oct. 25): Banking Basics and Income and Paychecks
Session 2 (Nov. 1): Financial Safety and Spending and Saving
Register to attend

Wanderungen
2025-02-21 19:00 - 20:30
An exploration of the life and songs of under-recognized composer Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel by Anastasia Black, Soprano and pianist Yelena Beriyeva.

Screening of the film Revenge
2025-02-21 19:00 - 21:00
In partnership with CUFSS, relax, eat some pizza and watch the Revenge (2017), directed by Coralie Fargeat (also of The Substance). This high contrast, glitter horror-revenge film takes place in the high desert and is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat! This screening is part of the Women in Horror Month series of events.

Black History Month Film Feature: ‘American Fiction’
2025-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Jefferson 320
In honor of Black History Month, the Clark University Film Screening Society presents “American Fiction,” a 2023 film based on the 2001 novel “Erasure” by Percival Everett. The film follows a frustrated African-American novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical “Black” books — only for it to be mistaken for serious literature and published to high sales and critical praise.

Arts, Media, Design & Communications - Student Intern Panel
2025-02-24 17:00 - 18:00 | ASEC 111

Career Fair Prep Day
2025-02-25 12:00 - 14:00 | ASEC Lobby
As the Career Fair approaches, (March 12th), don’t miss this opportunity to polish your professional edge with:

Career Closet Pop-Up: Find free, professional attire to help you make a great first impression;
Resume Reviews: Get personalized feedback from a career advisor to ensure your resume shines;
Linkedin Headshots: Capture a professional photo to enhance your online presence.

Raphael Rogers: Representing Black Girl Magic with Contemporary Picture Books
2025-02-25 15:30 - 16:15 | Dana Commons, Higgins Lounge, 01610
In this session, Education Professor Raphael Rogers will share details about his latest project, “Representing Black Girl Magic with Contemporary Picture Books.” The book focuses on the wave of recently published picture books by Black women writers who have pushed back against negative beliefs, countered negative stereotypes, and celebrated the joy and magic of Black girls and their families. The book, which features the voices and perspectives of more than two dozen Black women writers, explores how contemporary, culturally relevant, and responsive picture books can provide educators with a chance to teach about race and racism in the classroom and examines how and why these publications are changing the picture book and the educational landscape.
Professor Rogers will also be discussing his book during an author talk at the State Library of Massachusetts on February 19.

Responding to the Absence of Blackness and Anti-Blackness in Elementary-Level Classrooms
2025-02-25 16:15 - 17:00 | Dana Commons, Higgins Lounge, 01610
Education Professor Raphael Rogers will facilitate this conversation with picture book Author Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie. They will discuss the role contemporary picture books written by Black women can play in helping teachers respond to the absence of Blackness and Anti-Blackness in elementary-level classrooms.
Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie is featured in Rogers’ 2025 book, “Representing Black Girl with Contemporary Picture Books.” Her book “Layla’s Happiness,” illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin, represents Black childhood joy with images and words. Rogers and Ekere Tallie will discuss why books like “Layla’s Happiness” should be a part of elementary school classrooms and library collections.
Ekere Tallie earned her MFA from Mills College and is an interdisciplinary artist and Ph.D. candidate in theatre arts and performance studies at Brown University. Her dissertation centers on “Black Otherwises” in the work of Ntozake Shange and weaves together performance studies methodologies, archival research, Black feminist theory, and African-based spirituality. Beyond “Layla’s Happiness,” Tallie is also the author of the poetry collections “Karma’s Footsteps,” “Dear Continuum: Letters to a Poet Crafting Liberation,” and “Strut.” Additionally, her work has been published in North American Review, WSQ: Women’s Studies Quarterly, Black Renaissance Noire, Vida, Crab Orchard Review, and Bomb.

Gender and War in the Middle East
2025-02-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Rose Library, Strassler Center
A conversation on current events with professors Cynthia Enloe, Elyse Semerdjian, and Ora Szekely. Refreshments will be served.
Cynthia Enloe is research professor of political science. Her newest book is “Twelve Feminist Lessons of War” (also on Audible, read by the author). Cynthia’s name is on the Gender Justice Wall at the International Crime Court in the Hague.
Elyse Semerdjian is the Robert Aram and Marianne Kaloosdian and Stephen and Marian Mugar Chair of Armenian Genocide Studies and professor of history.
Ora Szekely is associate professor of political science.

Teach Us All: Movie Night
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Jefferson 320
Join us for a screening of Teach Us All, a documentary examining racial segregation and inequality in public schools 60 years after nine black students integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Art of the Viennese Fortepiano
2025-02-25 19:00 - 21:00
Sylvia Berry, one of North America’s leading exponents of historical keyboard instruments, reveals how the five-octave Viennese fortepiano of the late 18th century inspired Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven at different points in their lives. For Haydn, it was a later revelation, while for Mozart, it became his preferred concert instrument as a young man. For Beethoven, it was the first piano he encountered. Program includes Mozart’s Fantasia in C minor, K. 475; Haydn’s Sonata in E-flat major, Hob. XVI: 49; and Beethoven’s “Moonlight” Sonata.

Sprintax Webinar
2025-02-26 12:00 - 13:00
Did you know that if you earned income in the US during 2024, you’re legally required to file a tax return by 15 April, 2025? It’s true! What’s more – even if you didn’t earn any income, you still need to submit Form 8843 to the IRS. Come to this Sprintax Webinar to learn how to file taxes as well as tax resources.
Register here https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2712688040890556767

“Career Compass: Navigating Life Beyond Clark” - Networking 101
2025-02-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Grace & Lurie Conference Rooms, Higgins University Center
Step into a fast-paced and interactive experience designed to help you master the art of Networking!
In this speed-dating-style event, students will rotate through short, engaging conversations with a variety of professionals, including campus partners from our division and faculty members representing diverse fields.

Black Pop-up Market
2025-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Clark University, Tilton Hall, Higgins University Center – 2nd Floor, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Celebrate and support Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurs, and creatives in the Clark and Worcester communities.
Vendor space is still available. If you would like to participate, please fill out our vendor information form.
If you have any questions or know anyone else who may want to participate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mia Cariglia or Ashley Caruso.

Empowerment Through Knowledge: Black History Trivia and Bingo
2025-02-26 14:00 - 16:00 | ALCI Lounge, Jonas Clark 208
Play and win prizes!

The Worcester Natural History Society and the Lyceum Movement, 1825–1865
2025-02-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Worcester Public Library, 3 Salem Street, Worcester, MA, 01608, United States
Professor Mindy Marchand and Clark sophomores Casey Campellone, Jenny Marks, and Weslee Tyler will present their research on the history of the EcoTarium (founded as the Worcester Lyceum of Natural History in 1825).
Learn more and reserve your spot for this free event »

Talk explores the legalities of recent federal policy changes
2025-02-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Dana Commons, Higgins Lounge, 01610
Cyril Ghosh, associate professor of political science and the Lloyd B. Politsch ’33 Chair of Law and Political Science, will take a close look at recent controversial actions taken by the Trump administration.

Colloquium Speaker Series: Darla Munroe
2025-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Lurie Conference Room, Higgins University Center
Please stay tuned for more details!
Darla Monroe

Application of Generative AI in Data-Driven Business Decision-Making
2025-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Arthur M. Sackler Sciences Center, 121
The Computer Science Department’s Data Science Seminar Series presents a talk by Professor Hamidreza Ahady Dolatsara of the Clark University School of Business.
Hamidreza (Hamid) Ahady Dolatsara is a data scientist with research interests in health care analytics, finance, and transportation. Using data-driven studies, he employs and improves state-of-the-art, machine learning-based approaches to developing decision-support systems. As one example, he investigated the long-term financial well-being of companies and their association with the adoption of blockchain technology. Ahady Dolatsara is keen on exploring new ideas that will have a positive impact on society.

Spring Break
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-07
There are no classes from March 3 to 7 while Clarkies enjoy Spring Break. Most University offices will be open during business hours, but be sure to check regarding services or meeting opportunities.
Events for Students

Tuesday, March 4, 7 p.m. | DIY faux stained glass making, first floor lounge of Bullock Hall
Thursday, March 6, 1 to 2 p.m. | Community Gathering meal at RLH, please sign up by February 28
Friday, March 7, 4 to 5 p.m. | Community Gathering meal, first floor lounge of Bullock Hall, please sign up by February 28
Friday March 7, noon to 1:30 p.m. | Coffee and Donuts in the Corner House

Campus Dining Options During Spring Break
The Table at Higgins

Closing Friday, February 28 at 8 p.m.
Closed Saturday, March 1, through Saturday, March 8
Opening Sunday, March 9, at 8:30 a.m.

The Bistro

Closing on Friday, February 28 at 8 p.m.
Closed Saturday, March 1, through Saturday, March 8
Opening Sunday, March 10, at 5 p.m.

Cougar Café

Closing on Friday, February 28 at 5 p.m.
Closed Saturday, March 1, through Sunday, March 9
Opening on Monday, March 10, at 8:30 a.m.

The Den

Closed Saturday, March 3, through Sunday, March 9
Opening on Monday, March 10 at 8 a.m.

Annie’s

Closed Saturday, March 1, through Monday, March 10
Opening on Tuesday, March 11 at 7 a.m.

Please note that Clark University meal plans are inactive during Spring Break. Meal plans will resume on Sunday, March 9, concurrent with the start of breakfast service at Higgins.
Facilities and Resources
Goddard Library

Academic Commons open 24/7 throughout Spring Break on community swipe
Closed Saturday and Sunday, March 1–2
Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday–Friday, March 3–7
Closed: Saturday and Sunday, March 8–9

View library hours »
Kneller and Bickman Fitness Center

Open Friday, February 28, 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Closed March 1 and 2
Open Monday, March 3, through Friday, March 7, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Closed Saturday, March 8
Open Sunday, March 9, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Pool

Open Friday, February 28, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Closed March 1 and 2
Open Monday March 3 through Friday March 7, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Closed Saturday, March 8
Open Sunday, March 9, 2 – 6 p.m.

Dolan Field House

Open Friday, February 28, noon – 10 p.m.
Open Saturday, March 1, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Closed March 2 through March 8
Open Sunday, March 9, noon – 10 p.m.

ClarkRide

Closing Saturday, March 1, at 1 a.m.
Reopening Monday, March 10, at 6 p.m.

Campus Ambassadors

Campus Ambassador services will be unavailable from Saturday, March 1, through Saturday, March 8. The program resumes on Sunday, March 9.
Please continue to call the Campus Ambassadors number for lockouts; university police will unlock your doors during the break.

International Students and Scholars Office

ISSO In-Person Advising Hours EST:

Tuesdays 1 – 3 p.m.
Thursdays 2 – 4 p.m.
ISSO Advising Drop In-Hours: Fridays 9 – 11 a.m. EST, via Zoom

Office of Global Engagement

The Office of Global Engagement will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 3–7.

Study Abroad and Away

Study Abroad office hours during Spring Break will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Health Services

Closing Friday, February 28 at 5 p.m.; opening Monday, March 10 at 9 a.m.
During this time phone voicemails and emails will be monitored. If you have questions or concerns, call 508-793-7467 or email healthservices@clarku.edu, and someone will get back to you.
In an emergency, call campus police at 508-793-7575. Students in need of non-emergent medical services should visit a local urgent care center, or call the Hahnemann Family Health Center at 508-334-8830.

Sip, Savor, Socialize: Coffee & Donuts at Global Engagement
2025-03-07 12:00 - 13:30
Come to the Office of Global Engagement(142 Woodland Street) to enjoy some free delicious donuts and coffee while socializing with other students. All students are encouraged to come.

ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
2025-03-08 09:00 - 15:00
ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event

Saturday, March 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET

Planning for your future dental career? Take your first step by attending the 2025 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event, the only opportunity in the United States to interact with admissions representatives from 70+ dental schools in one location. Take advantage of this one-of-a kind event by:

Asking U.S. and Canadian dental schools your important questions about shadowing, community service and paid experience opportunities;
Acquiring critical application information directly from the source—ADEA AADSAS® (ADEA Associated American Dental Schools Application Service) experts; and
Learning how to start financially preparing for dental school right now.
Your future begins this March with #GoDental25.
Register

The Embodied and Affective Language of Self-Immolation as Political Protest
2025-03-10 13:30 - 14:30 | Grace and Lurie Conference Rooms, University Center, Clark University
Sara Hassani
This talk by Sara Hassani, professor of political science at Providence College, examines the political significance of self-immolation among women and girls in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Through extensive interviews with survivors, healthcare workers, civil society, and community members, the analysis challenges dominant Western liberal frameworks that limit recognition of political self-destruction to acts performed at government building or accompanied by manifestos and collective movements. These self-immolations – frequently mischaracterized as mere psychopathology – emerge as an embodied and affective language of protest against state-sanctioned gender-based violence, oppression, and coercive control. The acts function symbolically to expose injustice, shame perpetrators, articulate resistance, and foster solidarity through shared cultural understanding. In so doing, they call for a broader re-imagining of the role of embodied strategies, symbolisms, and affect in their relationship to contentious politics.
Sara Hassani completed her Ph.D. in Political Science at The New School for Social Research where she was a Prize and ACLS/Mellon Fellow. Her work in political theory explores themes of political violence, state, policing, and resistance. She is currently working on a manuscript based on her APSA award-winning dissertation, which examines the elevated rate of self-immolation among young women in Afghanistan, Iran, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Grounded in historical research and interviews with survivors and their caretakers and communities, it sheds light on the multidimensional operation of police power enacted on women’s bodies and the unconventional political agency they exercise under and against that police power.
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