We were excited to welcome Catherine Bryla from Sag Moraine (sagmoriane.org) for a discussion about how native plants, insects and birds interconnect to maintain our food supply, water, air quality, climate etc. The significant decline in birds and insects is largely due to habitat loss and lack of native plants. She discusses ways that individuals… Continue reading Native Plants: Foundation of our Ecosystem (video)
Category: Events
Bathing in the Forest to Relieve Stress… at the Library?
This year’s One Book One College selection is All We Can Save, a collections of essays by women leading the fight against climate change. Thinking about climate change and the environment can be really stressful, but getting out into and enjoying nature can have some really positive benefits. You might have heard of “Forest Bathing“,… Continue reading Bathing in the Forest to Relieve Stress… at the Library?
Medical Career Paths: Nephrology (study & treatment of the kidneys) with Dr. Alexander Alonso
Dr. Alexander Alonso presents a talk on Nephrology which focuses on the functions of the kidneys. He talks about his path to this unique profession and the benefits of the job. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Download the MP3 audio: http://lib.morainevalley.edu/public/eventpodcasts/15-26_2021_libraryevents.mp3
Virtual Coffeehouse & Poetry Event (video)
We celebrate National Poetry Month by featuring student poets. We also have student musical guests. As part of this event, we announce the winners of the student poetry contest that was organized by the Glacier and the Library. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Download the MP3 audio: http://lib.morainevalley.edu/public/eventpodcasts/15-25_2021_libraryevents.mp3
How might psychology help us understand the rise of extremism and belief in conspiracy theories?
Join psychology professors Mitchell Baker, Dr. Laura Lauzen-Collins, and Nick Shizas as they explore psychology concepts that help us better understand the rise of extremism and belief in conspiracy theories. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts Download the MP3 audio: http://lib.morainevalley.edu/public/eventpodcasts/15-24_2021_libraryevents.mp3
Examining the relationship between pandemics, extremism, mistrust, and the rejection of authorities
Join history professors Merri Fefles-Dunkle, Josh Fulton, and Jim McIntrye as they explore the role of the state throughout history to help us understand the connection between pandemics and the rise in extremism, mistrust, and rejection of authorities. This event is organized by the MVCC Democracy Commitment. Visit our podcast page Listen in Apple Podcasts… Continue reading Examining the relationship between pandemics, extremism, mistrust, and the rejection of authorities
Covid-19 Vaccines: The Science & the Psychology (Video)
Faculty members discuss the biology, public health aspects, and the psychological factors around the Covid-19 vaccines in the United States. This panel is organized by the MVCC Library. Panel members include: Judy Corcoran, Nursing Laura Lauzen-Collins, Psychology Peter Porter, Biology The discussion is moderated by librarians Hannah Carlton and Troy Swanson. Don’t miss our 2020… Continue reading Covid-19 Vaccines: The Science & the Psychology (Video)
Blame it on the media: The erosion of trust and truth, and what we can do about it (Video)
We love to blame “the media” for all of society’s ills. It’s true that trends in the news media have contributed to where we are today: divided, uncivil, unable to agree on the most basic facts. But trust in the media was declining long before claims of “fake news” and labeling the press as “the… Continue reading Blame it on the media: The erosion of trust and truth, and what we can do about it (Video)
Revisiting the Past & Looking to the Future: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 1919-2021-Dr. Tracy Crump (video)
Special guest Dr. Tracy Crump, Associate Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice at St. Xavier University. Dr. Crump’s talk will consider how to build inclusive spaces in our society by exploring the root causes of social unrest in Chicago over the last century. She will start with the Red Summer of 1919 and move… Continue reading Revisiting the Past & Looking to the Future: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 1919-2021-Dr. Tracy Crump (video)
The “Divine Nine”: the History & Discussion of Black Greek Letter Organizations (video)
The Divine Nine is made up of nine historically Black fraternities and sororities, formally known as the National Pan-Hellenic Council.Greek Organization members Misty Williams and Philip Davis sat down with Moraine Valley students via WebEx and PowerPoint to provide background about their respective organizations and the other Divine Nine organizations. Ms. Williams is Moraine’s director… Continue reading The “Divine Nine”: the History & Discussion of Black Greek Letter Organizations (video)