Local Lecture: Nontraditional Threats to National Security

The World Affairs Council of Charleston hosts a local lecture on foreign affairs.

The Event: A 5:15 reception followed by a 6 p.m. talk on Wednesday, December 6 the Citadel’s Alumni Center (69 Hagood Ave.)

The Talk: The United States and its allies face unprecedented challenges in an increasing volatile global environment. We are presently engaged in a struggle against relentless and powerful adversaries. At the same time we must address nontraditional challenges such as climate change. What then will be the rules for international behavior in the 21st Century?

The Speaker: Michael Miklaucic is a senior fellow of the Institute for National Strategic Studies at National Defense University, and the editor-in-chief of PRISM, NDU’s flagship journal of national and international security.

How to Attend: The talk is free to students! Learn more on the WACC website.

Let your Voice be Heard on Proposed King Street Safety Renovations

The Student Sustainability Collaborative is seeking your input on a proposed King St. renovation project.

The Background: Charleston City Council is currently considering proposals to renovate lower King St. and make the street safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Why it Matters: The feedback poll is very brief but will help ensure that student input is heard on a topic that directly impacts the safety and well-being of our community.

The Poll is open to all members of the CofC community.

 

The Center for Civic Engagement is Hosting Service Opportunities for Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Month!

November is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Month, and to participate, CofC’s Center for Civic Engagement is hosting four service opportunities next week!

Make Fleece Scarves: Join them for a minute, five minutes, or as long as you’d like to help make easy, no-sew fleece scarves for the unhoused in our community. This pop-up service event will be on Monday, November 13th, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Cougar Mall.

Assemble Food Kits: Stop by to help put emergency food kits together for those dealing with food insecurity in our community on Wednesday, November 11th, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Cougar Mall.

Habitat for Humanity Build Day: Help build hope and a home for a Charleston family. Tools, food and transportation provided for this nearby Charleston Habitat for Humanity build day. This event will be on Saturday, November 18th, from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Register here by Thursday, November 16th.

Clean Windwood Farm: Get your hands dirty and dig in to help spruce up Windwood Farm, a residential site that provides hope and healing to boys affected by neglect, abuse or other trauma, on Saturday, November 18th, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Food and transportation included. Register here by Wednesday, November 15th.

For more information about the first three opportunities, email Anne McGrath at mcgratha1@cofc.edu. For more information about the Windwood Farm opportunity, email Alani Boyd at boydar@g.cofc.edu.

Discounted Tickets Are Still Available for the Charleston Literary Festival!

The College of Charleston has partnered with the Charleston Literary Festival to provide students, faculty, and staff tickets at an 85% discount!

The Festival: This year’s Festival features over 30 sessions with outstanding authors including Claire Keegan, Richard Ford, Rebecca Makkai, Margaret Atwood (virtual), Jonathan Eig, and more. The Festival runs from November 3rd-12th.

To Get Tickets: Go to this link to purchase tickets and use the promo code COFC85 to get 85% off!

To get an in-depth look at all the authors attending the Festival and what each session offers, click here.

Register for HubSpot’s Virtual First-Gens in Tech Event!

You’re invited to gain insights, explore resources, and gain access to networking opportunities that will help you break into and thrive in tech!

The Event: HubSpot’s First-Gens in Tech event is a personalized experience for first-generation individuals interested in learning more about what it really means to work in tech. Students will gain insider knowledge from industry pioneers, connect with like-minded professionals, and unlock tools and strategies to skyrocket their careers.

When & Where: The event will be…

  • On Thursday, November 9th, from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Fully online!

To Register: Go to this link. Registration is completely free!

Click here for more information.

LGBTQ+ Student Writing Roundtable!

The Charleston Literary Festival is hosting writers Jamie Kirchick and Harlan Greene for a roundtable with CofC students!

The Opportunity: Explore LGBTQ+ history from multiple standpoints and you own writing! Participants will also get two books and admission to the linked festival session.

When & Where: The event will be held…

  • On Thursday, November 9th, from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
  • In the Honors Center at 10 Green Way

To Attend: Email Tanner Crunelle at tanner@charlestonliteraryfestival.com with a 1-2 sentence explanation of why you would like to attend by Monday, November 6th. There’s limited space available, so act fast!

For more information, see the provided flyer or email Tanner Crunelle.

Serve as an Overnight Host to a Prospective Student during Honors Interview Weekend

The Honors College is seeking hosts to help with Honors Interview Weekend.

The Opportunity: The annual Honors College Interview Weekend will be held Friday, February 9 – Saturday, February 10 this spring, and we need current students living on campus to serve as an overnight host for prospective students who will be attending the event.

  • The time commitment runs from late Friday afternoon through Friday evening and wraps up Saturday morning (see below for more details).

The Benefits: By hosting prospective students, you get a chance to share with them why you chose CofC Honors and to support them during the college decision process. You will also be helping our Honors College team out; this event is absolutely not possible without student hosts.

How to Sign Up: Please complete the following survey by January 5. If you have any questions, you can email Mary Moser at honors@cofc.edu or stop into the Honors Center and speak with her directly.

FAQs About Serving as an Interview Weekend Host:

  • You must be living on-campus in order to serve as a host
  • The prospective students will bring their own bedding and will anticipate sleeping on floors, common room couches, etc.
  • Please note that you will be expected to follow all Residence Life policies, such as checking in and staying with your guests at all times
  • As a host, you will need to attend a brief training session prior to the weekend

Time Commitment Timeline:

Friday, Feb.9

4:00-5:00 p.m. Meet and move in your prospective students

6:15 p.m. Drop prospective students off for dinner

8:00 p.m. Pick up prospective students

Saturday, Feb. 10

8:00-8:30 a.m. Drop off your prospective students and their belongings

 

Mark Your Calendars for MUSC Night!

Are you studying a health-related field or curious about the programs MUSC has to offer? Head to MUSC Night on Wednesday, November 8th!

The Event: MUSC Night will help CofC students learn about unique and exciting healthcare and education opportunities after they leave CofC.

When & Where: MUSC Night will be hosted…

  • On Wednesday, November 8th, from 4:30-6:00 p.m.
  • In the SSMEB Courtyard (202 Calhoun St)

For more information, check out the provided flyer or email heringe@cofc.edu.