Events

Hacking4Humanity

Jan. 24 thru Feb. 7, noon to 5 p.m. virtual and in-person at Duquesne University

Hacking4Humanity (H4H) is an annual event that challenges college students from across Pittsburgh to create innovative technology and policy solutions that mitigate online hate and create safe communities.

H4H is open to any undergraduate or graduate student in the Pittsburgh area; participants may register/compete individually or in teams of up to four people.

There will be a virtual kickoff Jan, 24, 2025; in-person competition at Duquesne University on Feb. 7, 2025.

Participants approach the problem of online hate by selecting one of the two tracks and create/develop an innovative intervention to mitigate the problem of online hate:

• Technology (apps, robotics, designs, etc)
• Policy (federal, local, regional, corporate, etc.)

The top entries in each track will receive $500! Second place participants will receive $200!

Registration is required! To learn more or register, visit www.hacking4humanity.online/

LCAL Study Abroad Programs & Funding Info Session

Monday, Jan. 27, 4 to 5 p.m., Posner 343

LCAL's study abroad programs and scholarships are open to all CMU students, regardless of language level. Courses for each program include:

• CMU in Doha – Arabic language and culture courses
• CMU in Freiburg – German language courses
• CMU in Madrid – Spanish language course and an elective such as Business Spanish, Spanish Literature, Spanish Film, etc. 
• CMU in Monteverde – Spanish language course and one of the following: Costa Rican culture, Tropical Ecology or Statistics & Data Science + an internship or community service project
• CMU in Nantes – French language course and a media creation course
• CMU in Shanghai – Intensive Chinese language course(s)

Our scholarship deadline has also been extended to Jan. 31, 2025. While all students are eligible to apply, preference will be given to LCAL majors and Arabic Studies minors. Additional funding is also available from Dietrich College's Study/Travel Abroad Grants and the Office of International Education.

CPDC Career Fair Prep Workshop

Monday, Jan. 27, 5 to 6 p.m., virtual

This workshop will provide valuable tips for navigating the spring career fair season, including the new STEAM Career Fair and other niche fairs, both in person and virtually. You’ll learn how to use the Handshake platform (for virtual/hybrid fairs), research companies and effectively connect with employers online and in person. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to:

• Navigate the Handshake platform for virtual/hybrid fairs
• Complete key pre-fair tasks to prepare for meeting and talking with employers
• Present yourself professionally to employers

Register for Career Fair Prep Workshop

Consulting 101 with PwC

Monday, Jan. 27, 8 p.m., Tepper 2612

Join 180 Degrees Consulting club for an info session with PwC.

Virtual Gratitude Gathering

Tuesday, Jan. 28, noon to 1 p.m., Zoom

Join us for a virtual gratitude gathering on the last Tuesday of every month to pause, reflect and appreciate the goodness in our lives.

No registration required.

This event is free and open to CMU community members.

Heinz Policy Discussion: Community Violence Reduction

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 12:30 to 2 p.m., Teresa Heinz Rotunda, Hamburg Hall

Nick Cotter, research practitioner at Allegheny County DHS and Heinz College alum (’18), will present his research on community violence trends in Allegheny County. 

Small group discussions will follow, leading to an expert panel, featuring Heinz College Professor Dan Nagin and Lee Davis of Greater Valley Community Services, to discuss community-driven strategies and policy solutions. Lunch will be provided.

Please RSVP in advance.

2025 CMU Chinese New Year's Even Social: Cross-Community Engagement

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 12:30 to 3:30, McConomy Auditorium, CUC

Come enjoy fun activities and learn about Chinese Lunar New Year traditions, legends and food. Watch cultural performances including dances, Taichi and Black Myth Wukong video game demo, take photos with Chinese costumes and props, play games, win Chinese lucky red envelopes, eat Chinese snacks and more.

Climate Action Learn and Listen Session

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 4 to 6 p.m., Sustainability Studio, Hunt Library

CMU’s Sustainability Initiative is inviting support for Climate Action Planning.

This open, interactive poster session will provide information on local and regional climate action efforts and invite you to provide your feedback on critical CMU climate action planning questions.

Come anytime between 4-6 p.m.

Refreshments will be provided.

Soup Crawl 2025

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 4 to 6 p.m., Rangos 2 and 3, CUC

Join Dining Services for the 7th Annual Soup Crawl!

Stop by to pick up a ballot, sample a variety of delicious soups, and cast your vote for your favorite.

This event is FREE and open to everyone — don’t miss it!

Mocktails and Mingle: The Department of Social and Decision Sciences

**Please note: This event has been rescheduled to Jan. 28 due to the cold***

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 5 to 6 p.m., Baker Hall A60G

The Department of Social and Decision Sciences invites you to Mocktails and Mingle! Get to know your SDS classmates over mocktails, charcuterie and cookies.

SDS seniors: pick up your exclusive SDS fleece!

The Sangha

Tuesday, Jan. 28 5 to 6 p.m., Well-Being Lab (Room 104), Highmark Center

Join in for a monthly reflective space to make connections with self and others, and to be a part of a supportive and nurturing community.

Sangha is a Sanskrit term which means community.

There is no teacher and no agenda. We will begin with a centering activity, followed by a spark for reflection and some sharing.

Artist Lecture: Rupy C. Tut

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Kresge Theatre, CFA

Part of the School of Art’s Visiting Artist Lecture Series.

Rupy C. Tut (b. 1985, Chandigarh, India) studied calligraphy and traditional Indian painting at the Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London in 2016. She previously received a BFA from UCLA and MPH from Loma Linda University, CA. She is a 2024 recipient of the Joan Mitchell Foundation Fellowship, as well as the SFMOMA SECA Art Award and will enjoy a solo exhibition at SFMOMA in December 2024. She will have her second solo exhibition with Jessica Silverman in 2025. She lives and works in Oakland, CA and is represented by Jessica Silverman, San Francisco.

Learn more.

Dietrich VOICES Community Bagel Breakfast

Wednesday, Jan. 29, 9 to 11 a.m., Baker Hall A60G

Dietrich VOICES Community Bagel Breakfast

Open to all Dietrich VOICES faculty, staff, and students. Stop by to enjoy a bagel, fruit, coffee, and community!

VOICES is a Dietrich program that seeks to celebrate and foster community among our students, faculty and staff, particularly from first-generation, limited resource, and other underrepresented backgrounds in higher education in order to build a sense of pride, belonging and empowerment in what it means to navigate higher education and CMU, together.

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The State of Hate: What Does the Data Say?

Wednesday, Jan. 29, 5 to 6:15 p.m., Simmons Auditorium A, Tepper Building

This session examines recent data on hate-driven behavior targeting marginalized groups, highlighting trends and the real-world impacts of prejudice.

Dr. Wanda Heading-Grant, Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer; Distinguished Service Professor, Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, CMU, and Melissa Baker, Assistant Vice Provost, Institutional Research and Analysis, CMU, will analyze statistics and case studies to illustrate the prevalence and consequences of prejudice. Participants will learn strategies to create safer, more inclusive environments and how to actively oppose hate while supporting those affected.

This event is part of CMU’s Combating Hate series, hosted by the Office of the Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer.

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CMIST Scientists & Strategists - Influence Without Arms: The New Logic of Nuclear Deterrence with Matthew Fuhrman

Wednesday, Jan. 29, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Posner Grand Room (Posner 340)

Join CMIST for an insightful discussion of Matthew Fuhrmann's most recent book, "Influence Without Arms: The New Logic of Nuclear Deterrence." How does nuclear technology influence international relations? While many books focus on countries armed with nuclear weapons, this volume puts the spotlight on those that have the technology to build nuclear bombs but choose not to. These weapons-capable countries, such as Brazil, Germany and Japan, have what is known as nuclear latency, and they shape world politics in important ways. Offering a definitive account of nuclear latency, Fuhrmann navigates a critical yet poorly understood issue. He identifies global trends, explains why countries obtain nuclear latency and analyzes its consequences for international security.

About our Speaker: Matthew Fuhrmann is the Cullen-McFadden Professor of Political Science at Texas A&M University. ​He has been a visiting professor at Yale University (2023-24), visiting associate professor at Stanford University (2016-17), Stanton Nuclear Security Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (2010-11), and research fellow at Harvard University's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs (2007-08). He was named an Andrew Carnegie Fellow in 2016 by the Carnegie Corporation of New York. ​His research and teaching focus on international security issues with an emphasis on nuclear weapons, diplomacy and bargaining, and alliance politics. He is the author of three books, including "Influence Without Arms: The New Logic of Nuclear Deterrence" (Cambridge University Press, 2024) and "Nuclear Weapons and Coercive Diplomacy" (Cambridge University Press, 2017, with Todd S. Sechser). His articles are published in journals such as ​American Journal of Political Science, Journal of Politics, British Journal of Political Science, International Organization, International Security, and International Studies Quarterly. His research has been mentioned in media outlets such as CNN, The New York Times, The New Yorker and NPR.

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University Libraries Lunar New Year Celebration

Wednesday, Jan. 29, 5 to 7 p.m., Hunt Library, Floor 1, Studio A (106B)

Kick off the Year of the Snake with traditional Lunar New Year activities and eats like fortune telling, origami, paper lantern crafts and dumplings!

Fireside Chat with Washington Post Foreign Affairs Columist David Ignatius, part of the President's Lecture Series: "America and the World - What's Ahead After the 2024 Election?"

Thursday, Jan. 30, 4 p.m., Simmons Auditorium, Tepper Building

Join President Farnam Jahanian for a special event featuring insights from David Ignatius, Washington Post Foreign Affairs Columnist, on the state of U.S. democracy following the November election.

REGISTER FOR AMERICA AND THE WORLD

Open House: Room Selection 2025

Thursday, Jan. 30, 5 to 7:30 p.m., various locations

Join Housing Services and Residential Education for a tour of upper-class residence halls and apartments! View sample rooms, meet house staff and ask questions.

Residences:

• Fairfax Apartments
• Fifth & Clyde House
• Fifth Neville Apartments
• Forbes Beeler Apartments
• Fraternity & Sorority Houses
• The Highlands Apartments
• Margaret Morrison Apartments
• Morewood Gardens
• Neville Apartments
• Roselawn Houses
• Spirit House*
• West Wing House
• Woodlawn Apartments

*Pre-registration is required.

Contact rmassign@andrew.cnlawyer18.com with questions.

Carnegie Mellon Opera: Alcina

Thursday, Jan. 30 and Friday, Jan. 31, 8 to 10 p.m., Philip Chosky Theater, Purnell Center for the Arts

Tickets and information available on the School of Music calendar.

Monthly Chair Massage

Friday, Jan. 31, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Highmark Center Concierge Desk

Join us for a free five-minute chair massage on the last Friday of every month at the Highmark Center. This event is free and open to all. No registration required.

The Etymology Nerd: How Social Media is Changing Modern Language

Friday, Jan. 31, 8 p.m., McConomy Auditorium, CUC

AB Speakers presents the Etymology Nerd! With a following of more than 2.6 million on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube, the Etymology Nerd is coming to CMU to lecture the effects of social media on modern language. 

Get your tickets through Tartan Connect!

LGBTQIA+ Roommate Matching Event

Saturday, Feb. 1, 5 to 6:30 p.m., The Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, Lower Level, CUC

Are you a rising sophomore, junior or senior at CMU looking for a roommate to live on campus with? Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community?

Join us for an LGBTQIA+ Roommate Speed Dating Event where you can meet others seeking on-campus housing! 

Open House: Room Selection 2025

Monday, Feb. 3, 5 to 7:30 p.m., various locations

Join Housing Services and Residential Education for a tour of upper-class residence halls and apartments! View sample rooms, meet house staff and ask questions.

Residences:

• Fairfax Apartments
• Fifth & Clyde House
• Fifth Neville Apartments
• Forbes Beeler Apartments
• Fraternity & Sorority Houses
• The Highlands Apartments
• Margaret Morrison Apartments
• Morewood Gardens
• Neville Apartments
• Roselawn Houses
• Spirit House*
• West Wing House
• Woodlawn Apartments

*Pre-registration is required.

Contact rmassign@andrew.cnlawyer18.com with questions.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Lecuture Featuring Admiral Michelle J. Howard

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Rangos Ballroom, CUC

Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer Wanda Heading-Grant invites you to attend the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Keynote Lecture, featuring Admiral Michelle J. Howard.

Admiral Michelle J. Howard had a trailblazing 35-year career in the U.S. Navy, becoming the first woman to reach the rank of four-star admiral and the first to serve as Vice Chief of Naval Operations, the second-highest rank in the Navy. She made history as the first African-American woman to attain both three-star and four-star ranks across any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, as well as the first African-American woman to command a ship in the Navy. Throughout her career, Admiral Howard led critical military operations, including NATO peacekeeping, Desert Storm, and the 2009 rescue of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates, later depicted in the film Captain Phillips. Her leadership extended beyond military service, as she served as a professor at George Washington University and has been a member of the boards of IBM and the STIMSON Center.

To shape the conversation, submit your questions in advance using code #2025MLK.

Register for the Keynote

CMU Washington Semester Program Info Session

Thursday, Feb. 6, 5 to 6 p.m., Zoom

Want to learn more about spending a semester in Washington, D.C.? Join us for a virtual information session about the Carnegie Mellon University Washington Semester Program (CMU/WSP). CMU/WSP, sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Strategy and Technology (CMIST), is a semester-long program in which students live, intern and take CMU classes in Washington, D.C. Full-time undergraduates from any course of study at the university may participate in the program.

RSVP for the Zoom link.