April 30-May 6: Cannabis, Axolotls, and Art!
Monday, April 30Event: UnBUYnd Ben & Jerry’s FundraiserLocation: Ben & Jerrys, 224 Thayer StTime: 6-8pmJoin us for our second annual Ben and Jerry's fundraiser. A portion of every purchase made between 7 and 9 pm on April 30 will support unBUYnd's mission of upholding the rights of workers around the world. Help us pass the Fair Labor Everywhere Act and prevent corporations from importing slave-made goods into Rhode Island. Bring friends!Event: Paris, Capital of FashionLocation: Metcalf Auditorium, Chace Center, 20 North Main StTime: 3-5:30pmParis has been the fashion capital of the world for more than 300 years. From Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel to Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, fashion history is dominated by the names of Parisian couturiers. But as speaker Valerie Steele, director of the Fashion Institute of Technology’s museum, will note, great designers can’t claim sole credit for the city’s fashion success. In the Brown Library’s annual Yoken Lecture, Steele argues that Paris’ reputation for cutting-edge style ultimately rests on the strength of its fashion culture, created by a host of actresses, dandies, milliners, artists and writers. Metcalf Auditorium, Chace Center, 20 North Main Street.Tuesday, May 1Event: From Climate Change to Political and Personal ChangeLocation: Watson Institute, 111 Thayer StreetTime: 12-1pmWhat is the future of global efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions? Will the Paris agreement unravel, or will other nations, along with states, cities and companies in the U.S., make up the difference? Can we build an economy powered by clean, renewable energy in time? John Sterman, a professor of management at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, explores these questions with an interactive simulation developed by MIT and ClimateInteractive.org. He’ll also discuss what we can do, professionally and personally, to build a safer, more sustainable world.Event: High Times College Cannabis ExhibitionLocation: 64 College StreetTime: 5-9pmThe College Cannabis Exhibition will be a unique opportunity for students to build relationships with professionals working in the rapidly expanding entrepreneurial cannabis community. The speakers at this event will include industry experts such as Adam Levin (High Times CEO), Chris Jefferey (Leafly CEO), Hope Wiseman (the youngest dispensary owner in the country), and Shaleen Title (Commissioner of the MA Cannabis Control Commission). Whether you're a passionate cannabis advocate or someone with the slightest canna-curiosities this event is for you! We hope to provide an interesting look into the expanding industry of cannabis.Wednesday, May 2Event: Axolotl Day 2018Location: Brown Science Center (Sci Li 3rd floor)Time: 2-4pmCome join us as the Science Center celebrates Axolotl Day on May 2nd, 2018, beginning at 2:00 PM, in SC315! The festivities will begin with a brief presentation by Sophie Kidd-Myers, an axolotl admirer and hobbyist. Vote for your favorite axolotl art and enjoy axolotl cake. Find all the axolotl-related fun and games at our event! Everyone is welcome!Thursday, May 3Event: Youth: The Chattertocks Album Release ConcertLocation: List Arts CenterTime: 7-8pmWe are so excited to announce our upcoming concert, celebrating the release of our new album, Youth! Come take a break from stu(dying) and join us.We will be selling presale tickets in the Blue Room from 11:00AM to 1:00 PM this Wednesday (4/25) and Thursday (4/26) and next Wednesday (5/2). We accept venmo and cash! Students: $2 presale, $3 at the door, everyone else: $5 presale, $7 at the doorEvent: Creating Positive Futures—Resilience Starts in Infancy (lecture)Location: Salomon 001Time: 3-6pmThe 2018 Lipsitt-Duchin Lectures in Child and Youth Behavior and Development: "Creating Positive Futures: Resilience Starts in Infancy, "Featuring Arnold Sameroff, PhD. Sameroff is a developmental psychologist and one of the founders of the field of developmental psychopathology. His research concerns the multiple factors that contribute to mental health and illness, with a particular emphasis on resilience in the face of adversity. His presentation will address clinical and policy opportunities to promote the mental health of children and youth.Friday, May 4Event: VISIONS Spring ’18 Release PartyLocation: The UndergroundTime: 7-9pmPlease join us in celebrating the release of the latest issue of VISIONS Magazine! Our release party will feature amazing student performances and delicious food will be provided! Come to grab a copy of our beautiful magazine, stay to enjoy our amazing VISIONS community! To learn more about VISIONS, Brown/RisD’s Asian and Asian American literary & visual arts magazine, check out https://issuu.com/visions.brown.Saturday, May 5Event: Student Art SaleLocation: Benefit StreetTime: 9am-1pmThe Center for Student Involvement 2018 Student Art Sale takes place outdoors on Benefit Street, between Waterman and College Street. The Student Art Sale will be held on Saturday, May 5th from 9am-1pm. Come by and check out awesome RISD student artwork! Don't forget to bring cash for food trucks.Sunday, May 6Event: Phoenix BallLocation: Alumnae HallTime: 5-10pmBrown Ballroom Dance Team is very excited to be hosting our annual Phoenix Ball Showcase and Social dance on May, Sunday 6th. Come watch showcases from our senior team members and a very special number from our newest bronze dancers! After the showcases, please stay with us and dance the night away, meet new people, and most importantly have a spectacular time! Everyone is welcome, no dance experience is necessary. Come to our beginner dance lesson at 5PM if you want to learn one of the dances you will see performed! Showcases start at 6PM and general dancing will wrap up the night.Admission is free for Brown Students and affiliated members. $5 for all other students (with IDs). $7 for community members.