Simpson Forum

Forum Events

Fall 2009

September

Sep. 2
Bob Hall leads a campus dialogue on sex, conflict, alcohol and intimacy at 7:30 p.m. in Great Hall.

Sep. 3
Jim Palmieri, Professor of Economics at Simpson, will give the Freshman Convocation Lecture at 12:30 p.m. in Smith Chapel. 
 
John StewartSep. 16
In celebration of Constitution Day, attend a thought-provoking debate on gay marriage featuring Brad Clark of One Iowa and John Stewart of Rolling Stone Ministries.  7 p.m. in Great Hall.

Brian Duffy Sep. 17
Brian Duffy, cartoonist for The Des Moines Register, speaks on How to Escape Being the Canary in the Coal Mine.  7 p.m. in Great Hall.

Sep. 22
Ever wanted to take a course overseas? Attend the study abroad forum to learn about this exciting experience. 11-1 p.m. in Great Hall.

Sep. 22
Learn about the advantages of having an internship at The Internship Advantage.  12:30 p.m. in Camp Lounge.

Sep. 24
Poet Emily Bobo reads from her works.  7 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Sep. 25
Internationally acclaimed orchestral percussionist, soloist, clinician and composer Kevin Bobo performs a Guest Artist Recital.  7 p.m. in Lekberg Hall.

Back StorySep. 25, 26
Theatre Simpson proudly presents the play Back Story, directed by Jennifer Ross Nostrala.  7:30 p.m. in Barnum Studio Theatre.

Sep. 27
Theatre Simpson proudly presents the play Back Story, directed by Jennifer Ross Nostrala.  1:00 p.m. in Barnum Studio Theatre.

Sep. 29
Allison Wolf, associate professor of philosophy, kicks off this semester’s Tuesdays With a Professor program.  12:30 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge.

 

October


Oct. 1
Dr. Teresa Fry Brown presents this year’s Matthew Simpson Lecture, Prophetic Voices Crying in the Wilderness.  7:00 p.m. in Great Hall. 

Oct. 2, 3
Theatre Simpson presents the play Back Story, directed by Jennifer Ross Nostrala.  7:30 p.m. in Barnum Studio Theatre.

Oct. 4
This is the LAST performance of the play Back Story, directed by Jennifer Ross Nostrala.  1:00 p.m. in Barnum Studio Theatre.

Oct. 7
Dr. Ken Dobson speaks to the Simpson community.  7 p.m. in the Pioneer Room in McNeill Hall.

Oct. 8
Movie, Snacks and Discussion: The Truth About Suicide.  Hosted by Ellie Olsen.  6:30 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Oct. 12
Silent Witness: Civilian Camp Money of World War II.  4 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Oct. 13
Dave Camwell from the Department of Music speaks as part of the Tuesdays With a Professor series.  12:30 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge.

Sergio RamirezOct. 13
Sergio Ramirez, noted author and former Vice-President of Nicaragua, speaks on the politics of Latin America in the annual McBride Lecture.  7 p.m. in Great Hall.

Oct. 14
Simpson alumnus Danny Heggen speaks about the book he wrote, “From a Growing Community: Iowa’s Homeless Youth” at 7 p.m. in Pioneer Room in McNeill Hall.

Oct. 15
Jay Labov, Senior Advisor for Education and Communication for the National Academy of Sciences speaks on Science, Evolution and Creationism: The Critical Need for Science as a Liberal Art in the 21st Century.  7 p.m. in Great Hall.

Oct. 20
Tracy Lucht, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies, speaks as part of the Tuesdays With a Professor series.  12:30 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge.

Oct. 27
Enjoy a discussion on Poland in Perspectives on Poland.  12:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Room in McNeill Hall.

Oct. 27
Learn how to prepare for schooling after Simpson by attending a Graduate School Workshop 12:30-1:45 p.m. in Dunn Library, 2nd Floor.

Oct. 27
Reverend Barbara Dinnen, a United Methodist Clergy serving Las Americas Community of Faith at Trinity United Methodist Church speaks on, Justice for All?  Where the Church, Justice and Immigration Meet.  7:00 p.m. in Lekberg Hall.

Jun NiOct. 28
University of Iowa scientist Jun Ni speaks on advances in medical imaging technology.  7 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Oct. 29
Career Essentials. A panel of employers from a variety of fields give their advice on what students should be doing now to prepare for their job search in the future. This event is an excellent opportunity for students to hear, directly from hiring managers and HR professionals, what it takes to be considered for a variety of career positions in a number of businesses and industries. 7 p.m. in Carver Atrium and Jordan Lecture Hall.


November

Nov. 2
Come hear Charlie Day speak about Buddhism and join in a short meditation. 7 p.m. in the Senate Room in the Brenton Student Center.

Nov. 3
Witness the SIFE Ethics Bowl Final. 7 p.m. Jordan Lecture Hall.

Nov. 5
Professor David Faldet, Professor of English at Luther College, speaks as part of the Poets and Writers Series.  7 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge. 

Nov. 8
Aaron Powell, faculty guitarist in recital, performs a recital of works for solo classical guitar, featuring the Boccherini “Fandango Guitar Quintet.”  7 p.m. in Lekberg Hall.

Nov. 10
Learn the importance of financial responsibility at Managing Credit Card Debt.  12:30 p.m. in Camp Lounge.

Nov. 10
Nick Proctor, Associate Professor of History, speaks as part of the Tuesdays With a Professor series.  12:30 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge.

Nov. 11
Simpson alumna and Ph.D. candidate in economics, Shikha Basnet will discuss her experience in graduate school at 7 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Nov. 12
Join 2008 Simpson graduate Nicole Cleveringa and Mick Terrizzi as they discuss Life Lessons Learned in Our First Year of Teach for America.  7 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.

Nov. 17
Professor Daryl Sasser, speaks as part of the Tuesdays With a Professor series.  12:30 p.m. in Dirlam Lounge.

Nov. 18
Simpson student Andrea Hardy and some of her colleagues from the Iowa National Guard will discuss their experiences during their service in Iraq and Kuwait.  Find out about their work in prisons and on convoy operations.  7 p.m. in Jordan Lecture Hall.
 

Patricia QuinliskNov. 19
Dr. Patricia Quinlisk, Medical Director and State Epidemiologist for the Iowa Department of Public Health will discuss Public Health Issues Facing Iowans.  7 p.m. in Lekberg Hall.

Nov. 20, 21
Theatre Simpson presents Henry V.  Adapted and directed by Tom Woldt.  7:30 p.m. in Pote Theatre.

Nov. 22
Theatre Simpson presents Henry V.  Adapted and directed by Tom Woldt. 1:00 p.m. in Pote Theatre.


December

Dec. 1
This interactive session will provide an opportunity for students to learn about health insurance, co pays, deductibles, preexisting conditions and premiums. A student panel will share the insights gained by purchasing and using their own insurance. The program will provide useful information to attendees and will be especially helpful to soon to be new grads who will be looking for coverage. 12:30 p.m. in McNeill 110

Dec. 1
Learn about proper dining and social etiquette at this interesting and fun event.  6:30 p.m. in the Matthew Simpson room. 

Dec. 5
The Simpson College Choral Ensembles present Handel's famous oratorio "Messiah" with orchestra featuring student and faculty soloists under the direction of Timothy A. McMillin.  7 p.m. in Smith Chapel.

Dec. 6
The Simpson College Choral Ensembles present Handel's famous oratorio "Messiah" with orchestra featuring student and faculty soloists under the direction of Timothy A. McMillin.  1:30 p.m. in Smith Chapel.

Dec. 8
Enjoy students from the most recent Simpson College Semester in Schorndorf discuss their final projects.  12:30 p.m. in Pioneer Hall.

Dec. 10
The Simpson College Symphonic Band in concert under the direction of Michael Eckerty.  7 p.m. in Pote Theatre.

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Last Updated: 11/3/09