Biology Department Presents Laura Katz
2025-04-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Lasry Center for Bioscience

Tracking Africa’s Agricultural Dynamics from Space
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Room S-121, Sackler Sciences Center
Agriculture in many African countries is undergoing rapid change to meet steadily growing food demand. This change includes both expansion and transformation in the scale and intensity of farming. Understanding the nature and extent of these changes requires a spaceborne perspective, which poses several technical challenges related to the small size and dynamism within the region’s smallholder-dominated croplands. This talk will present an approach designed to overcome these technical challenges, which combines high-resolution commercial satellite imagery with deep learning and human intelligence to map and analyze the changes in individual crop field boundaries. Results will be demonstrated for Zambia, which is representative of the agricultural change occurring across much of the continent.

Lyndon Estes, associate professor of geography, applies Earth observation technologies and a range of modeling techniques, including artificial intelligence, to investigate the drivers and impacts of agricultural change, with a particular focus on Africa.

Stefania Garetto (Boston University)
2025-04-10 13:25 - 14:40
Speaker: Stefania Garetto (Boston University)
Title: TBA
Date: Thursday, April 10
Time: 1:25 – 2:40 pm
Location: Jonas Clark Hall, Room 215

“Career Compass: Navigating Life Beyond Clark” - Entering the Workforce
2025-04-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons
Get ready to step into your future with this dynamic and informative workshop tailored for graduating seniors! Learn what it takes to succeed as you transition from college to career.
Graduating as an international student? This workshop will also highlight strategies to overcome common challenges and leverage opportunities. Hear from seasoned professionals with firsthand insights to help you navigate workforce complexities with confidence.

Home and Belonging: The Predicament of Arriving and Returning
2025-04-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Webinar
Registration required: https://clarku.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HLt5rOvMQh6eQAb7aoDiPw

This event is hosted by the Integration and Belonging Hub at Clark University.

Speaker: Dr. John Nassari, https://www.johnnassari.co.uk

Nassari is a forced migration scholar and an award-winning photographer, author and filmmaker based in London. Nassari was a Senior Lecturer in Refugee Studies at the University of East London from 2007 to 2013 and served as Program Committee Chair for the 12th International Association for the Study of Forced Migration (IASFM) conference held in Nicosia, Cyprus. His interests include refugee identity, memory and narrative, and the formation of refugee lives in visual practice. He has conducted extensive research on Cypriot refugees and has published numerous journal articles, including ‘Postmemory blues: the predicament of arriving and returning,’ which he will be discussing during this talk.

Questions? Email the Integration and Belonging Hub (IBH@clarku.edu) or Anita Fábos (afabos@clarku.edu)

CUSB: Beta Alpha Psi Series on Financial Literacy
2025-04-11 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-25 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

Panel on Emerging Trends in AI
2025-04-15 08:00 - 17:00

The Last of the Nightingales: Film Screening and Discussion
2025-04-15 16:00 - 17:15 | Clark University, Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons – 2nd Floor, 36 Maywood Street, Worcester, MA, 01603, United States
Image courtesy of Colorfool Films

Discussion facilitated by Clark University faculty Stephen DiRado, Matt Malsky, and Max Ritts
In the late 1960s, Bernie Krause was a prolific composer and foley artist who pioneered synthesizers and worked with industry giants such as Francis Ford Coppola, The Doors, and The Rolling Stones. But after one chance encounter with the sounds of the wilderness, he chose to change his career path, setting out to gather wild field recordings to help battle the climate crisis using acoustic information. More than half a century later, his vast archive of captured soundscapes reflects dire habitat devastation in the world and yields urgent stories about the need for immediate change.
The Last of the Nightingales, directed by Masha Karpoukhina, invites audiences to experience the rich acoustic beauty of the living world through Bernie’s ears, exceptionally attuned over decades. More than half of the ecosystems recorded in his immense archive are now completely silent or will never be heard in their original voice again due to the profound effects of climate change on the stability, biodiversity, and resilience of virtually all ecosystems on Earth. As more and more soundscapes fall silent, Bernie reminds us that it’s not too late to begin listening.
Admission to the screening is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be offered.
Sponsored by the Alice Coonley Higgins Institute for Arts and Humanities and the Environmental Humanities Research Collaborative at Clark University

Innovative Approaches to Belonging in Urban Spaces
2025-04-16 08:30 - 10:00
Innovative Approaches to Belonging in Urban Spaces: Reframing the Debate on Integration, Migration, and Inclusion from a Multidisciplinary Perspective

Registration required: bit.ly/iasfm20-webinar

Discussants:

Anita Fábos, Professor, Department of Sustainability and Social Justice, and co-Convenor of the Integration and Belonging Hub, Clark University

Leora Kahn, Founder and Executive Director of PROOF: Media for Social Justice, and co-Convenor of the Integration and Belonging Hub at Clark University

Tunggul Puji Lestari, MA Student, The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington

Craig Mortley, Ph.D. Student and Graduate Assistant, School of Social Work, University of Connecticut

Adam Saltsman, Associate Professor, Department of Urban Studies, Worcester State University

Akino Tahir, Senior Fellow, Urban Refugee Research Group, Resilience Development Initiative

This panel discussion brings together scholars and practitioners who explore belonging, migration, and displacement in urban settings through a multidisciplinary lens. The original panel was planned to be presented at the IASFM20 conference in Indonesia, however not all panelists were able to make it, so this virtual event provides an opportunity for all panel members to join and share their insights on how urban spaces can better include and empower displaced populations.

The discussion will highlight diverse initiatives—spanning academic research, media, cultural studies, and artistic expression—that center the voices of those with lived experiences of displacement and mobility. Panelists will critically examine how these approaches have challenged dominant narratives of migration and belonging and assess their impact on shaping more inclusive urban environments.

The aim of this interactive dialogue is to identify common challenges across these efforts and showcase innovative strategies that amplify marginalized perspectives in decision-making processes, reshape urban discourses, and foster empathy for the diverse experiences of displaced individuals. Following the pre-recorded panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a live Q&A session with the panelists.

Sponsors: International Association for the Study of Forced Migration (IASFM); Resilience Development Initiative – Urban Refugee Research Group (RDI | UREF); Department of Anthropology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM); The Integration and Belonging Hub (IBH) at Clark University

Learn more about the IASFM20 Conference here: https://iasfm.org/iasfm2025/

Questions? Contact IBH@clarku.edu

Biology Department presents Mahima Gupta
2025-04-16 15:00 - 16:00
The Biology Department Spring 2025 Seminar Series presents Mahima Gupta, a Clark doctoral student in computational and mathematical biology.

“Career Compass: Navigating Life Beyond Clark” - Time Management & Work-Life Balance
2025-04-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons
Don’t miss Time Management & Work-Life Balance interactive alumni panel designed to help you navigate the demands of professional and personal life.
Featuring accomplished recent graduates of the Class of 2023 and Class of 2022, this session will offer valuable insights into managing your time effectively, setting boundaries, and fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Geller Jazz Series: ‘Art of the Quartet’
2025-04-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Razzo Hall, Traina Center for the Arts, 92 Downing St, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
This event is sold out.

The Geller Jazz Series at Clark University is proud to present an extraordinary night of jazz featuring a powerhouse ensemble of Nicholas Payton(trumpet), Benito Gonzalez (piano), Buster Williams (bass), and Lenny White (drums). This one-night-only performance, the final concert of the series, will showcase the immense talents of these jazz luminaries at the intersection of tradition and innovation.

The evening will also feature a special opening set by jazz vocalist Ekep Nkwelle and her quartet.

The Art of the Quartet is a unique gathering of four influential and visionary jazz musicians. Each member has contributed to the landscape of modern jazz with decades of groundbreaking work and collaborations with jazz legends across genres.

Nicholas Payton, a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter and composer, is known for his bold musical vision that blends the history of jazz with contemporary sounds. With a distinctive approach to trumpet playing, Payton has created a sound that challenges and transcends traditional boundaries.

Benito Gonzalez, an acclaimed Venezuelan pianist who combines a long lineage of American jazz traditions with rhythms from around the world. He’s worked with dozens of the greats, and is known for the Afro-Latin patterns and his rhythmic drive. Intricate solos are a cornerstone of his ensembles.

Buster Williams, a living legend in jazz bass, has spent over five decades performing with luminaries such as Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner, Sonny Rollins, and Wayne Shorter — to name just a few. His ability to meld intricate harmonies with deep groove has made him one of the most respected bassists in jazz history.

Lenny White, a visionary drummer, was a key figure in jazz fusion with the iconic band Return to Forever. His work in both straight-ahead jazz and fusion has set a new standard for jazz drumming with its intensity, precision, and creativity.

These four will take the stage for an evening that promises to explore the full spectrum of jazz expression, from intense improvisation to rich, melodic interplay. It’s a unique opportunity to hear these virtuosos push the boundaries of the genre and redefine what jazz can be.

Opening the evening will be the Ekep Nkwelle Quartet, a rising star in the jazz scene. Ekep Nkwelle, a 25-year-old Cameroonian-American jazz vocalist, has carved her musical path from the vibrant streets of Washington, DC, to the heart of New York City’s jazz scene. Her journey through the esteemed Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Howard University, and The Juilliard School has been extraordinary. The power of her voice has resonated with jazz luminaries such as Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Russell Malone, Cyrus Chestnut, and Peter Washington, along with young stars like Emmet Cohen and Endea Owens, leading to countless collaborations. Her performances have graced iconic, internationally renowned venues from the illustrious Radio City Music Hall, where she shared the stage with classical virtuoso Lang Lang in collaboration with Disney.

Doug Gollin (Tufts)
2025-04-17 12:00 - 13:30
Speaker: Doug Gollin (Tufts)
Title: TBA
Date: Thursday, April 17
Time: 12:00-1:15 pm
Location: Jonas Clark Hall, Room 104

School of Business Analytics Competition
2025-04-18 09:00 - 14:00 | Clark University – Tilton Hall, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Clark University School of Business is excited to host the 8th Annual CUSB Analytics Competition. Students may choose any research topic, with special consideration given to projects focused on sustainability, social, economic, or environmental change for the PRME Award.
Come watch students share their analytics research in a variety of topic areas, from healthcare to insurance to the environment!
Students, staff, and faculty across campus are welcome to attend!

Hadwen Arboretum Volunteering and Maintenance
2025-04-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Hadwen Arboretum
Join the Arboretum Advocates and Professor John Rogan to help maintain the Hadwen Arboretum. Volunteer hours can be signed off on by Professor Rogan. Please RSVP if you plan to attend and dress appropriately to perform trail maintenance and other outdoor work.

Hadwen Arboretum Volunteering and Maintenance
2025-04-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Hadwen Arboretum
Join the Arboretum Advocates and Owen Chase to help maintain the Hadwen Arboretum. Volunteer hours can be signed off on by Professor John Rogan. Please RSVP if you plan to attend and dress appropriately to perform trail maintenance and other outdoor work.

Political Ecologies of Oil Conflicts in Ecuador’s Yasuni Amazon Forest
2025-04-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Lurie Conference Room
Explore how benefit-sharing policies, public participation, and indigeneity influence natural resource conflicts in the Ecuadorian Amazon with Dr. Danilo Borja. As a researcher and practitioner in Natural Resource and Energy Policy, his work tackles energy justice, clean energy, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, and environmental remediation. Dr. Borja holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Calgary, a master’s in Mineral Resources and Energy Engineering from Jeonbuk National University, and a bachelor’s in Geographical and Environmental Engineering from the Armed Forces University – ESPE, Ecuador.You can also join online here:https://clarku.zoom.us/j/91289011611?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 912 8901 1611 Passcode: [REDACTED] more Information: Extractives@clarku.eduThis Event is FREE and open to the public.

Studio Art Senior Thesis Show
2025-04-23 09:00 - 2025-05-19 17:00 | Schiltkamp Gallery at the Traina Center for the Arts, 92 Downing Street, Worcester, 01610, United States
The 2025 Studio Art Thesis Show highlights artwork by students in the Senior Thesis class taught by Professor Sherry Freyermuth. The show is on view through Monday, May 19, 2025.

Gallery Hours:

Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.Friday: 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.Saturday and Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

ClarkFEST Spring '25
2025-04-23 13:30 - 16:30 | Tilton, Grace, Lurie, CMACD

Colloquium Speaker Series: Jason W. Moore
2025-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Lurie Conference Room, Higgins University Center
Jason Moore, an environmental historian and historical geographer at Binghamton University, will present “Climate Revolts, Climate Crises, or, Why Climate Doomism is Bad History, Terrible Geography, and Even Worse Politics.”

The Trump Administration’s First 100 Days: Perspectives from History and Political Science
2025-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Clark University, Jefferson Academic Center, Room 320
Join Clark’s History and Political Science Departments for a chance to discuss the major developments of the first 100 days of the Trump administration.

Members of the History and Political Science department faculties will participate in a facilitated discussion intended to help our community interpret the local, national, and international impacts and implications of the Administration’s policies and decisions across a range of issues.

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Panel on Emerging Trends in AI
2025-04-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
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CUSB: Career Q&A for Graduating Students
2025-04-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Clark University – Carlson Hall, CH231, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Still have questions about the job search? Haven’t had time to visit CUSB Career Services or get your resume reviewed?

Beta Alpha Psi, in collaboration with the Stevenish Career Management Center, invites you to a supportive, drop-in session where you can ask last-minute questions about everything from job searching to crafting ATS-friendly resumes. It’s never too late to reach out to SCMC for career and job search guidance!

Nidhiya Menon (Brandeis)
2025-04-24 13:25 - 14:40
Speaker: Nidhiya Menon (Brandeis)
Title: TBA
Date: Thursday, April 24
Time: 1:25 – 2:40 pm
Location: Jonas Clark Hall, Room 215

Counternarratives: Repositioning the News
2025-04-24 13:30 - 14:30 | Higgins Lounge, 2nd Floor, Dana Commons, Clark University
Alexandra Bell

Alexandra Bell is an interdisciplinary artist who considers the ways media frameworks control how narratives involving Black communities are depicted and in turn disseminated under the aegis of journalistic “objectivity.” She accumulates news records, mines editorial databases, and restructures textually and visually produced narratives to control the elasticity of language and image. By physically outlining and revising editorial frameworks, she attempts to wrestle media depictions from dominant institutions and impart the power of interpretation and definition to the collective public.

She is the recipient of numerous awards and fellowships including the International Center of Photography’s Infinity Award (2018), Catchlight Fellowship (2019), Soros Equality Fellowship (2019), Sarah Arison Artadia Award (2020), and a Radcliffe Fellowship at Harvard University (2022).

She received her B.A. in Humanities from University of Chicago and an M.S. from Columbia University’s School of Journalism.

Master Class with Alexandra Bell
2025-04-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Higgins Atrium, Dana Commons, 2nd Floor
Alexandra Bell

Join Alexandra Bell for a breakout workshop and group discussion following her talk (1:30–2:30 p.m.).

International Poetry Night
2025-04-24 17:30 - 19:00 | The Grind, Higgins University Center, 950 Main Street, Worcester, 01610, United States
In honor of April being National Poetry Month, please join us for a night of multilingual performances of poetry, short stories, and songs. We invite all students, staff, and faculty to join us, both in the audience and on the stage! It is our goal to have as many of the 88 languages on campus represented as we can.

If you are interested in reading a piece (either an original or by a published author), please send an email to ngareca@clarku.edu with the name of the piece, the author, and an English translation of the piece. Though the pieces are to be read in their original language, the English translations are to be published so the audience can understand. We hope to see you there!

Connections@Clark Celebration
2025-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons, Dana Commons
Join us in celebrating and honoring the first-year and graduating class of Connections@Clark participants, including mentors. We will have a ceremony for the graduating seniors, a superlative celebration for current first-years, and a mix-and-mingle portion with food for the event.

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