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First in Sustainability

Bread and Puppet Theater Rehearsals and Performance

Join the legendary Bread and Puppet Theater as an audience member or a co-performer as part of the Overtakelessness Pageant. Community members who would like to participate in the performance should attend one or more of the community rehearsals taking place Wednesday, September 16 and Thursday, September 17 at 6 p.m., and Friday, September 18 at 4 p.m. All rehearsals will take place at the Outdoor Classroom.35685494_promo_photo

A brief synopsis: The Upriser Masses rally as two-dimensional enforcement officers encroach on the elusive pursuit of Life, Liberty and Happiness. Meanwhile, the comet’s journey continues as refugees set sail into their current reality, only to be met by clouds indulging in celestial melodrama. Finally, jubilation erupts as the comet completes its passage underneath the above and off into the unknown. Friday, September 18 – 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.

Make a Note: 2015 Fall Graduate School and Career Fair Coming Up

The Office of Career and Personal Development at Green Mountain College is pleased to announce our 2015 Fall Graduate School and Career Fair on Tuesday, October 6 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Our fair will have a strong emphasis on outdoor and adventure related opportunities, as well community-based organizations, and the hospitality industry. Check it out!

Talking Taboo – Gender, Politics & Religion

Talking about gender, religion and politics can be challenging whether casually or in a classroom setting. This workshop will offer skills that help each voice to be included, heard and respected. You’ll pick up some help and hints on having meaningful discussions about hot-trigger topics. Delicious (free) lunch provided! Bring your own mug/bowl for soup. It’s at the CAT Center Wednesday, September 16 from 12-1 p.m. Co-sponsored by the CAT Center and Religious & Spiritual Life Committee.

Learning How To Learn: Effective Study Skills

Studying – you mean cramming? When it comes to preparing for an assessment we’re all masters of waiting till the last minute, right? Attend this workshop this evening at 7 p.m. in Bogue 17. The workshop will provide us with the right tricks to improve about approach to studying. We’ll explore different ways to strengthen our memory of concepts and learn about the benefits of spaced repetition. Our objective will be to find different skills and techniques that work for us personally, in efforts to enhance our learning.

MBA Scholar in Residence on Campus This Week

GMC students have the opportunity to learn from key thinkers, policymakers and businesspeople who come to campus as visiting scholars through the College’s graduate studies programs. The scholars are on campus for intensive 4-day residencies with GMC graduate students and give public lectures during their stay.avatar.jpg.320x320px

Jennifer Chiodo, principal of Cx Associates in Burlington, Vt., is the visiting scholar for the College’s Sustainable MBA program September 16-19. On Thursday, September 17 she will make a public presentation from 1:30-2:45 p.m. in The Gorge.

Jennifer provides collaborative consultation for the design and delivery of high-performance buildings to organizations committed to developing buildings with a positive impact on occupants, the community and the environment. She is a licensed electrical engineer and a LEED Accredited Professional, and is a member of the board of directors at Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR).

Alumni & Family Weekend is Just Around the Corner

As a parent, friend or family member of a Green Mountain College student, you are invited to visit campus for the Alumni and Family Weekend, Friday, September 25th through Sunday, September 27th. Cheer on our soccer teams, attend the art gala, and taste the competing creations at the Poultney Chili Cook-Off. There will also be an opportunity to join President Fonteyn for coffee and discussion Saturday morning. Alumni can visit this site for a detailed schedule and to RSVP. Parents of current students may register for the Parents as Partners event here.

Samara Fund Supports LGBTQ Project at GMC

The Samara Fund, a component fund of the Vermont Community Foundation, announced awards of $72,500 in grants and scholarships in its fourth annual competitive grant round at the Foundation last week. One of the recipients: Green Mountain College, which has received $3,000 to support the student production of a web-based mini-series targeted towards LGBTQ college students in Vermont. The Samara Fund’s vision is to be Vermont’s leading source of permanent support dedicated to nurturing the vitality, success, and well-being of lesbian, gay lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities through dynamic and sustained philanthropy.

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