When Conflicts Go Against the Grain: The Fall of Nagorno-Karabakh/Artsakh and Its Global Consequences
2025-10-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Strassler Center, 950 Main Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 016010, United States
27 October 2025 | 6:00pm | Rose LibraryStrassler Center

Speaker: Anna Ohanyan (Richard B. Finnegan Distinguished Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Stonehill College)

Moderator: Dr. Elyse Semerdjian (Robert Aram and Marianne Kaloosdian and Stephen and Marian Mugar Chair of Armenian Genocide Studies; Professor, Department of History)

In September 2023, Azerbaijan expelled the entire indigenous Armenian community of Nagorno-Karabakh after nearly a year under blockade. This was not a “victor’s peace” like those in Sri Lanka, Chechnya, or Tigray, where minorities were subdued but remained in place. Instead, the community was uprooted, its institutions dismantled, and its politics erased.

Why did this outcome prevail over alternatives such as negotiated autonomy within Azerbaijan or secession, as in Kosovo or Timor-Leste? Why did the conflict end through mass expulsion, defying the global trend toward power-sharing settlements? And what does this signal for the future of regional stability and the international order?

Sponsored by the Friends of the Robert Aram and Marianne Kaloosdian and Stephen and Marian Mugar Professor in Armenian Genocide Studies

Latines Out Loud (LOL)
2025-10-27 18:00 - 19:15 | McCann Resource Room (1st Floor Dana Commons)
Latines Out Loud (LOL), is a space centered around students who identify within Latinedad to connect, grow, and celebrate our identities. Join us this fall as we build a supportive and robust community!

Weekly CUSC Grants Meeting
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | CUSC Office (First door on the left when entering the UC from the Green)
Weekly meeting for the CUSC grants committee to meet with grant applicants

Kol Yisrael
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | ASEC 111
Kol Yisrael (KY) is a 6-week cohort learning program for students to explore big ideas and big questions with Israel as a real-world case study. This semester, we will ask “what does it mean to navigate Jewish identity with confidence and clarity in today’s world?” This course explores Jewish peoplehood, antisemitism, and resilience. Together, we’ll engage with complex questions, confront harmful narratives, and celebrate the richness and diversity of Jewish experience.

Bob Ross Painting w/ Renee
2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Craft Studio
Are you familiar with the one and only Bob Ross? His paint-along videos are a classic for learning landscape painting techniques. We have the paints, the canvases, and the videos for you to follow along with! All you need to do is come to the Craft Studio and our lovely proctor, Renee, will set you up to paint along to one of Bob Ross’ videos! This workshop is great for anyone who loves to craft casually and meet people while doing a low-stress activity!

CAN Weekly Meeting!
2025-10-27 19:30 - 20:30 | ASEC 303
Clark Accessibility Network helps connect students with accessibility needs to resources and an understanding community space. Come drop by our weekly meetings to chat with other Clarkies, navigate accessibility challenges, and get motivated to solve problems.

Creative Writing Club Meeting
2025-10-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Jonas Clark 106
Come write! This is a space for writers of all experience levels. You’re welcome to come and write, workshop ideas/pieces, or just hang out. Hope to see you there!

Valorant Match
2025-10-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Online
Come cheer on our Valorant team!

Arboretum Advocates Tabling
2025-10-28 12:00 - 14:00 | UC Concourse Table #2
Visit the Arboretum Advocates in the University Center and learn about upcoming events and how to get involved with the club!

Weekly Wellness Walks
2025-10-28 14:00 - 14:30 | Red Square
Join the Wellness Ambassadors every Tuesday for a walk around campus to get your steps in, make friends, and spend some time outdoors.

JSTOR Made Simple
2025-10-28 14:00 - 14:45 | Fuller Room (Goddard Library 422)
Attend this library workshop to discover how to search smarter in JSTOR to find scholarly articles, primary sources, and more. Participants will practice Boolean search techniques and explore searching tips for untraditional resources, such as images and primary sources.

This workshop is part of the library’s Database Discovery Workshop Series, which includes:

JSTOR Made Simple, Seeking in PsycInfo, Scopus Skills, and Business Research Basics.

Take part in as many workshops as you would like to learn essential research skills from Clark librarians in a casual setting!

Stem OPT Workshop
2025-10-28 14:00 - 15:00 | VIA ZOOM
Join ISSO(International Students & Scholars Office) to learn how to apply to 24 month Stem OPT extension. ISSO will cover application steps, eligibility, timelines, frequently asked questions to help you prepare and stat in status after your initial OPT Ends.

SLICE Student Programming Drop-In Hours with Maria
2025-10-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Asher Suite, UC
Got a quick question about club programming, event planning, space requests, or getting involved? Stop by the Asher Suite (3rd floor of the UC) to chat with Maria, Associate Director of Student Engagement & Programming, about a variety of topics such as:-Submitting tech activation forms, updated key lists, flyers/banners for approval-Clark Engage questions/troubleshooting-Finding clubs of interest -Clarifications about SLICE policies-Assistance with proofreading club emails, documents, etc.-Quick questions that don’t require a full, formal meetingIf you have a more detailed question or would like a longer conversation, please schedule a meeting with Maria’s booking page or using the QR code on her office door!Questions about starting a new club, Engage, and leadership training opportunities should be directed to campus_life@clarku.edu, or stop by Meghan’s drop-in hours Mondays & Fridays 1-2pm!

Hand-Building w. Melody
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Craft Studio
Slabs, coils, pinches, oh my — it’s hand-building time! Come hang out with Proctor Melody to experiment, get creative, and make pieces that are totally YOU! In this workshop, we’ll dive into different techniques such as slab building (perfect for tumblers, mugs, and tiny dishes), pinch pots, coils, and even some clay compressions! Come to the Craft Studio on Fridays at 4PM and see what you can make out of clay!

Weekly Eboard Meeting
2025-10-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Carlson 101
Join the Herban Gardeners for our weekly in-person EBoard Meeting!

Karate Club Practice
2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Kneller Multipurpose Room
Come join Karate club for our normal practice!Wear comfortable clothes that you can work out in. No previous experience necessary.We hope to see you there!

ASCEND in STEM GIM
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | ASEC 111
General meeting

Reproductive Access Weekly Meeting
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Jonas Clark 120
Our weekly meeting!

Oh! Horror! HallowZine
2025-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Clark University, Higgins Lounge, Dana Commons – 2nd Floor, 36 Maywood Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Image by [Robin]/stock.adobe.com

We invite all Clarkies for a night of zine- and collage-making in celebration of Halloween. Channel Dr. Frankenstein and assemble something beautiful and new from the cut-up pieces of dead media (no grave-robbing necessary). Create a zine about the history of Halloween, recant found memories of holidays-past, review horror movies or The Monster Mash, or design the most chilling zine all about gothic horror, cryptozoology, or anything else your heart can handle. Horrific creations are encouraged, but not required.

Special guest Katie Stebbins, an expert zine maker and Digital Projects Librarian at the Goddard Library, will provide a brief presentation and be available to offer insight to first-time zine makers!

Materials – old magazines, glue sticks, scissors, markers – will be provided but crafters are welcome to bring their own supplies as well. Trick or treat at our candy buffet between slicing and dicing.

Admission is free and open only to members of the Clark community. This event is sponsored by the Alice Coonley Higgins Institute for Arts and Humanities.

DCU: Weekly Meeting
2025-10-28 19:30 - 20:30 | Jonas Clark 204
Join us for our weekly meeting!

Marvel Rivals Match
2025-10-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Online
Come cheer on our Marvel Rivals team!

Wellness Wednesday
2025-10-29 10:00 - 16:00 | UC Concourse Table #2
Stop by the UC to say hi to the friendly folks from the Office of Wellness Education, and participate in a fun and informational wellness-related activity! Each week is something new!

ClarkFEST Fall 2025
2025-10-29 13:30 - 16:30
ClarkFEST highlights the academic and research excellence of Clark’s talented undergraduate students through work conducted under the mentorship of the University’s faculty and staff. Twice a year, students share their research, academic achievements, and creative works through posters, presentations, and interactive exhibits.

Email Steven Moon in the Dean of the College office with any questions.

SLICE Student Programming Drop-In Hours with Maria
2025-10-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Asher Suite, UC

October Photo Critique
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:00 | CMACD, Room 310, 7 Hawthorne Street, Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Want to get feedback on some of your photos? Just want to show them off? Bring in your photos, or submit them in our form to receive feedback from other photographers!! All levels of experience are welcome and encouraged, you don’t need to submit any photos to attend either.

FIRM Club General Meeting
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:00 | McCann Resource Room (Dana Commons)
Come join FIRM at our general meeting this week! Learn about community work in Main South, volunteer opportunities, and enjoy dinner with your friends. If you can’t make it but still want to get involved, follow us @firmpantry on Instagram to get updates and other general meeting times!

Men of Color Alliance Meeting
2025-10-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Fireside Lounge, Dana Commons
The Men of Color Alliance, or MOCA, is designed to provide thought-provoking discussions aimed at not only creating community but also allowing men of color to explore intersectional identities. We meet biweekly on Wednesdays in the Fireside Lounge at Dana Commons.

Crochet w. Abbi
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Craft Studio
Get hooked on a new hobby 🧶! We are offering learn to crochet or knit workshops weekly! Come to the craft studio to meet with our proctor Abbi who can help with any fiber arts questions you have! No experience or supplies necessary! Come learn the foundational skills of knitting or crochet and create some wearable pieces of art!

Weekly Game Night
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:30 | The Grind, UC
Join us to unwind and play board games! No prior experience required, we have a great collection of games we’d love you to try! Whether you come every week or are looking for a fun way to spend the night, all are welcome.

Ping Pong Club Meeting
2025-10-29 20:30 - 22:00 | The Grind, UC
Come play some ping pong! All skill levels are welcome. See you there!
