Welcome to October! It's the month of ghosts, ghouls and getting on your school grind. Attend some events this week to make sure you're staying involved on campus.
This week brings talks by political commentator David Gergen and actor Patrick Stewart, strategies to get hired, London study abroad info, animated film showings, soccer and volleyball games, Ecotoberfest and more.
All week
Oct. 2–8 7:30 p.m. Muenzinger Auditorium (E050)
Celebrate animation this week by watching a different film each day. Some shows included are “Ghost in the Shell,” “Coraline,” “Son of the White Mare” and more.
Monday, Oct. 2
2 p.m. UMC North Dining Room
During this week’s I Love Monday’s event, you will have the opportunity to customize trail mix! It's the perfect mixture of salty and sweet.
12:30–2:30 p.m. Engineering Center
The semester is in full swing, so it is important to stay on track. This Sidewalk Talk will help you set and achieve your goals for the week with a guided conversation.
Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series: David Gergen
7:30 p.m. Macky Auditorium $3
David Gergen, political commentator, author and adviser to four U.S. presidents from both parties, will share lessons he’s learned, as well as offer advice on becoming a leader, overcoming setbacks and building coalitions.
Tuesday, Oct. 3
2–3 p.m. C4C N215
The more skills you pick up during your college years, the better chance you have at getting hired after graduation. This workshop is here to help you learn foundational skills and improve upon the ones you already have.
7:30 p.m. Imig Music, Grusin Music Hall (C112)
Enjoy a concert of powerful modern masterworks by Annika Socolofsky, Caroline Shaw, Gienette Keller and Jean Françaix—performed by Ƶ Boulder College of Music faculty members.
Wednesday, Oct. 4
4:30–5:30 p.m. UMC 386
Ƶ has plenty of study abroad opportunities coming up. This info session will discuss an opportunity to study in London, England. During the session students will learn more about how they can earn 3 credits in three weeks while taking in the rich history of London.
4:30–7 p.m. Williams Village North, Room 107
If you’re a queer or trans individual living in Will Vill, this event is for you! The pride office is hosting Will Vill Wednesdays as a way to connect the community by playing games, doing crafts and hanging out.
5–8 p.m. Norlin Library, fifth floor, Center for British & Irish Studies (M549)
Join Kristine Doll, a professional poet and translator who recently won the The Bogdani Prestigious Prize from the International Writers Association, for a poetry reading in Norlin Library.
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Thursday, Oct. 5
11 a.m.–4 p.m. UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Search for opportunities during the All Industries Career & Internship Fair. Employers from all backgrounds will be in attendance to share information about available internships and jobs.
6:30–9 p.m. Start at Koenig Alumni Center
Join a free, one-mile charity underwear run and afterparty. Please remember to bring at least five articles of gently-worn clothing for a local nonprofit. Donors will receive a free fanny pack.
7 p.m. Prentup Field $8–$12
Cheer on the women’s soccer team as they go head-to-head with the Stanford Cardinals this Thursday. Sko Buffs!
Friday, Oct. 6
8–10 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Yay, it’s Friday! Unwind with a performance from DJ Epsilon.
8 p.m. CHEM 140
Program Council is showing “Sing Street” this Friday. The 2016 film follows a boy living in 1980s Dublin who starts a band as a way to impress the girl he likes.
7 p.m. Ƶ Events Center $8–$12
After taking on USC, the Ƶ women’s volleyball team is going up against the University of Oregon.
Oct. 6–15 7:30 p.m. University Theatre, Loft Theatre $20
This female comedy play is set during the French Revolution’s “reign of terror.” Award-winning playwright is one of the most produced playwrights in America since 2015.
Saturday, Oct. 7
2–6 p.m. Louisville Community Park
This event will teach attendees about the Masters of the Environment graduate program, while providing live music, a beer garden, food trucks, a sustainable market, a Halloween costume exchange and more.
6:30 p.m. UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
English actor Patrick Stewart is coming to the UMC as part of his book tour for his memoir “Making It So.” Students can pick up a free ticket on Monday, Oct. 2, starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Center for Student Involvement (UMC 330).