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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation - January 17
DESCRIPTION:All members old and new are invited to attend our New Member Orientation meeting in person. \nLearn more about the organization including how to meet people\, join events and how you can help the organization – the best way to meet new people! \nIn person meeting\, in Room 106 in PUMC. \nClick the RSVP button for an email to tell us you’re coming!
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/new-member-orientation-january-17/
LOCATION:Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) – Wolfe Hall\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28211
CATEGORIES:New Member Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T100000
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SUMMARY:How Music Impacts Society with Joe Kendrick
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\nTOPIC: Songs of Solidarity\, Songs of Protest\, Songs of Hope Amidst Struggle: A Brief Survey of the Impact of Music on the Radio for Social Movements\nSPEAKER: Joe Kendrick\, Director of Programming and Operations Manager\, WNCW \nAn overview of songs\, artists\, genres and eras of music on radio that reflect and have impacted various social movements in America. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nPublic radio programmer\, music host\, writer\, podcaster\, college instructor\, public speaker\, event producer \nMy role is to envision and develop the sound and image of WNCW\, create original programming and manage round the clock operations. I recruit\, develop and manage our programming staff. Also I host and produce weekly music shows and a bi-weekly podcast\, Southern Songs and Stories. I represent WNCW in person as well as virtually worldwide to donors and industry partners. Additionally\, I am part of the team that produces the annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival in Tryon\, NC. \n\nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/how-music-impacts-society-with-joe-kendrick/
LOCATION:Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) – Wolfe Hall\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28211
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T100000
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SUMMARY:What a Rush! A Brief History of Mining in North Carolina with Valerie Reynolds
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC:  What a Rush! A Brief History of Mining in North Carolina\nSPEAKER: Valerie Reynolds\, Department of Earth\, Environmental\, and Geographical Sciences UNC Charlotte \nFrom the first gold discovered in the United States to the ultra-pure quartz fueling the semiconductor industry\, mining has played an essential role in North Carolina’s economy for centuries. This presentation will provide a brief history of mining in North Carolina as well as the geologic conditions responsible for forming such valuable mineral deposits. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDr. Reynolds earned her PhD from the University of Tennessee\, then worked as a Research Assistant at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History for 2 years before beginning her teaching career. She taught at The University of the South (TN) and Colby College (ME) before arriving at UNC Charlotte in 2012. In addition to teaching\, Dr. Reynolds is the Undergraduate Coordinator for the Geology and Earth & Environmental Sciences programs and is a faculty advisor for the student-led GEO club. \n\nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/what-a-rush-a-brief-history-of-mining-in-north-carolina-with-valerie-reynolds/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T210000
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SUMMARY:International Holocaust Remembrance 2025
DESCRIPTION:Starts: 7 pm\nSarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts and Civic Engagement\n2319 Wellesley Ave\, Charlotte\, NC 28207 \nMore Details: View Event Page
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/international-holocaust-remembrance-2025/
LOCATION:Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts\, 2319 Wellesley Ave\, Charlotte\, 28207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T180000
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CREATED:20250212T200055Z
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Leaders in Action Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Featuring: Dr. Kandi Deitemeyer \nFree Event: 6 pm to 7 pm \nSykes Learning Center\, Ketner Auditorium\n1928 Selwyn Avenue\, Charlotte\, NC 28274 \nMore Details: Views Event Page
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/distinguished-leaders-in-action-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Sykes Learning Center\, 1926 Selwyn Ave\, Charlotte\, 28274\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T110000
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SUMMARY:What did you say? Communication\, Problem-solving\, and Intelligence in Birds with Jeffrey Thomas
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: What did you say? Communication\, Problem-solving\, and Intelligence in Birds\nSPEAKER: Jeffrey Thomas\, Professor of Biology\, Queens University of Charlotte \nBirds\, especially songbirds\, say a lot. But what do we know about what they’re saying to each other? And how do they use their communication to negotiate interactions with each other\, find food\, and learn about their surroundings? Birds offer a rich and fascinating opportunity to explore and define animal intelligence and the complexity of communication systems. \nFrom mockingbirds to ravens to vultures\, birds show a remarkable breadth of intelligence\, but research is beginning to shed light on the connections between vocal behavior and problem solving. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDr. Jeffrey Thomas is a professor of biology and the director of general education at Queens University of Charlotte. His research and teaching examine the intersection of ecology and evolutionary processes on animal communication systems. He has also served on the board of Carolina Raptor Center. \nIn his spare time\, he travels\, cooks\, and takes his dog for long walks. \n\nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/what-did-you-say-communication-problem-solving-and-intelligence-in-birds-with-jeffery-thomas/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208
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SUMMARY:2025 Homecoming & Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Two Campus Traditions\, One Royal Weekend\nMore Details: View Event Page »
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/2025-homecoming-reunion/2025-02-07/
LOCATION:Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts\, 2319 Wellesley Ave\, Charlotte\, 28207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens University
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SUMMARY:The Future of US-China Relations with Keren Zhu
DESCRIPTION:GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: The Future of US-China Relations\nSPEAKER: Keren Zhu\, Assistant Professor\, Davidson College \nU.S.-China relations have emerged as the most consequential dynamic in contemporary international relations\, profoundly influencing global politics\, economics\, and security. This lecture will explore the evolution of U.S.-China relations since 1949\, examine the key factors shaping the future of this relationship\, and analyze how their competition extends to and impacts other regions. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDr. Keren Zhu is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Davidson College. She teaches courses on Asia Pacific international relations\, the rise of China\, and policy analysis. Her research focuses on Chinese foreign policy\, the Belt and Road Initiative\, and global infrastructure development. She holds a B.A. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong\, an M.Sc. from the University of Oxford\, and a Ph.D. from the Pardee RAND Graduate School. \nDr. Zhu has published extensively on China’s global engagement and U.S.-China relations. She also co-hosts “The Belt and Road Podcast” and is currently working on a book about the global impact of Chinese infrastructure projects. Prior to Davidson\, she held academic and research positions at the RAND Corporation\, University of Southern California\, Boston University Global Development Policy Center\, and The New School India China Institute. \n\nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/the-future-of-us-china-relations-with-keren-zhu/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250209
DTSTAMP:20260407T095631
CREATED:20250212T200551Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Homecoming & Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Two Campus Traditions\, One Royal Weekend\nMore Details: View Event Page »
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/2025-homecoming-reunion/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts\, 2319 Wellesley Ave\, Charlotte\, 28207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T140000
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CREATED:20250108T170152Z
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SUMMARY:Curriculum Committee Meeting  - February 12
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership.  \nJoin our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings\, via Zoom\, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) and believe would be of interest to your fellow Senior Scholars. \nThese meetings are always held on the Zoom platform.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/curriculum-committee-meeting-february-12/
LOCATION:Zoom Registration Required
CATEGORIES:Board/Committee Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T203054Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation - February 14
DESCRIPTION:All members old and new are invited to attend our New Member Orientation meeting in person. \nLearn more about the organization including how to meet people\, join events and how you can help the organization – the best way to meet new people! \nIn person meeting\, in Room 106 in PUMC. \nClick the RSVP button for an email to tell us you’re coming!
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/new-member-orientation-february-14/
LOCATION:Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) – Wolfe Hall\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28211
CATEGORIES:New Member Orientation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T095632
CREATED:20250219T170834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T170913Z
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SUMMARY:Medicare Fraud with Austin Caton
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Medicare Fraud\nSPEAKER: Austin Caton\, Aging Program Coordinator\, Centralina Area Agency on Aging \nAustin is an Aging Program Coordinator for the Digital Navigation Program providing assistance with technology and training for older adults in our region. \n\n  \nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/medicare-fraud-with-austin-caton/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T095632
CREATED:20250219T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T175523Z
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SUMMARY:America and Changing Economic World with Jay Bryson
DESCRIPTION:GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC:   America and Changing Economic World\nSPEAKER: Jay Bryson\, Managing Director\, Chief Economist\, Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Bank \nDr. Bryson will present his annual analysis of financial markets and macroeconomic developments in the global economy. \nHe will also provide an outlook for the next two years including forecasts of GDP growth rates\, inflation rates\, and interest rates in the major economies of the world. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDetails coming soon. \n\nNOTE: Attend in-person at PUMC\, no registration required. Attend via Zoom\, please register with the Zoom link above.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/america-and-changing-economic-world-with-jay-bryson/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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