Justice Events

Event Name

Event Date

Event Time

Event Location

Event Description

Liberty & Justice for All?

September 18

10:00 AM-11:305 AM

Gottesman

A faculty debate moderated by Political Science Professor, Dr. Greg Julian.  Free Cupcakes & Constitution Books will be available

New York Times Skype Presentation

September 20

1:00-2:00 PM

Gottesman

New York Times Politics Reporter, Jeremy Peters, will discuss the topic of Civic Engagement

Pets Alive Westchester

September 22

9:30 AM-1:00 PM

Elmsford-Off Campus

Come spend the afternoon playing with and caring for the adorable puppies, kittens, and rabbits at Pets Alive Westchester, a no-kill shelter in Elmsford!  Registration is required; please contact ccarplv@pace.edu for more info.

Everyday Justice: Considering how our personal choices might  create a more just world (and make us happier and healthier) a presentation by Dr. Jane Collins

 

September 24

4:00-5:00 PM

Pace Perk

In this discussion-oriented workshop, we will explore the ways our daily personal consumption- of food, of goods, of media, of music and entertainment--might be connected with the larger world. We will ask ourselves if small, conscious changes on an everyday level can lead to a more just and happy world.

International Food & Culture Sharing September 25 12:00-1:30 PM Butcher Suite Come share your cultural Heritage- Discuss and present cultural dress, music and food from your family's heritage.
Eat free multicultural food
Intro to the new PJS Club
Learn more about Peace, Justice, Sustainability and International Peace Day
Presidential Debate October 3 8:45-11 PM Gottesman Come watch the Presidential Debate with your Pace classmates.  There will be student and faculty-led discussions before and after the debate.

Meet the Candidates

October 9

6:00-8:00 PM

Gottesman

Pace welcomes local politicians and candidates running for office  to answer questions about the issues that are important to your community.  Cosponsored by the Organization for Chinese Americans.  Refreshments will be served – this event is free and open to the community.  Register by contacting us at ccarplv@pace.edu

New York Times Skype Presentation

October 10

1:00-2:00 PM

TBA

New Times Op-Ed Columnist, Bill Keller, will discuss the topic of Global Awareness

Vice-Presidential Debate October 11 8:45-11 PM Kessel Well - Bookstore Area Come watch the Vice-Presidential Debate with your Pace classmates.  There will be student and faculty-led discussions before and after the debate.

Voting 101

October 12

2:30-4:30 PM

Kessel Student Center Conference Room A/B

A workshop offered by the CCAR focused on the Election.  Does voting matter?  What should you know when registering to vote?  How do you get information on which to make voting decisions?   Lunch will be provided.

Paint a School Day

October 13

7:30 AM-3:00 PM

Bronx, NY

Students will travel to a school in New York City to paint murals, organize classrooms, and plant flower bulbs.  Registration is required.

Make a Difference Day

October 13

10:30 AM-4:00 PM

Check-in at Gottesman

On this day, we challenge students, faculty and staff to go into our community and lend a helping hand. Make a Difference Day is a great opportunity for students to learn how they can become part of the solution.

Presidential Debate October 16 8:45-11 PM Kessel Well - Bookstore area Come watch the Presidential Debate with your Pace classmates.  There will be student and faculty-led discussions before and after the debate.

Common Hour Conversation:  Switching Sides

 

October 17

12:20-1:15 PM

Butcher Suite

Moderated discussion of a current event topic with fellow students, staff and faculty.  Attorney Charles Rubenstein discusses his journey from lifetime prosecutor to defense attorney.  Lunch will be provided.

Presidential Debate October 22 8:45-11 PM Kessel Well - Bookstore Area Come watch the Presidential Debate with your Pace classmates.  There will be student and faculty-led discussions before and after the debate.

SLC Lunch Buddies Halloween Party

October 22

12:20-1:15 PM

Setters Lounge

Come join the Successful Learning Center students as we celebrate Halloween!  Make a new friend and share what you love most about being a Pace student.

Excellence with Equity: A Social Movement for the 21st Century

October 23

6:30-8:30 PM

Gottesman

Join one of the nation's foremost experts on education and economic development, Senior Harvard lecturer Ronald F. Ferguson, PhD, as he discusses a growing national movement to improve educational outcomes for students from all racial, ethnic and social backgrounds.  Drawing on his recent book, Toward Excellence with Equity: An Emerging Vision for Closing the Achievement Gap, Ferguson sets forth a compelling vision for change and "an urgent call to action" to all those concerned about the future of our children and our country.

Please RSVP at www.pace.edu/FergusonLecture or call (914) 773-3884

The Rights of the Accused, A Presentation by Howard Weishaus

October 24

6-7 PM

Pace Perk

Join us for a Socratic discussion on the rights of the accused facilitated by Professor Howard Weishaus

New York Times Skype Presentation

October 25

1:00-2:00 PM

TBA

New York Times Metro Reporter, David Gonzalez, discusses the topic of diversity

SLC Lunch Buddies Election Day Party

 

November 5

12:20-1:15 PM

Setters Lounge

Come join the Successful Learning Center students as we talk about why everyone’s vote counts!  Make a new friend and share what you love most about being a Pace student.

New York Times Skype Presentation

November 10

1:00-2:00 PM

TBA

Sam Sifton, New York Times National Editor, discusses the topic of leadership

Common Hour Conversation:  Charity and Justice

 

November 14

12:20-1:15 PM

Butcher Suite

Discussion of a current event topic with fellow students, moderated by faculty.  This week’s topic: Charity & Justice. Lunch will be provided

Making a Difference: A  New Kind of Citizenship

November 16

2:30-4:30 PM

Kessel Student Center, Conference Room A/B

A workshop offered by the CCAR focused on a topic surrounding service and civic engagement.  Is there a difference between dialogue and debate?  How could the difference help or hinder one from making connections necessary for change?  Find out!  Lunch will be provided.

Water Wars: Is Water an Endangered Species?

November 27

1:30-2:30

Miller 16

Students and faculty from all disciplines are invited to join us for an informative, interdisciplinary discussion. Refreshments will be served after the forum.

Achieving Justice:  A need for guardians of peace

November 28

4:00-5:00 PM

Pace Perk

A presentation by Criminal Justice professor, Dr. Joe Ryan

Debating for Democracy on the Road

November 30

10:00 AM-4:00 PM

Gottesman

Project Pericles’ D4D on the Road is a workshop series that provides both novice and seasoned activists with the tools and tactics they need to get their message across to policy makers, community leaders, and the public.  Author of the One Hour Activist, Christopher Kush, will be leading this workshop.  Seating is limited and registration is required.

New York Times Skype Presentation

December 6

1:00-2:00 PM

TBA

Gretchen Morgenson,
NYT Asst. Business Editor and Columnist
Ethics, discusses the topic of ethics