All Events
Friday, March 01, 2013
Fantastic & Strange: Reflections of Self in Science Fiction Literature
Tuesday, September 18 - Friday, July 26 All Day - Tseng Gallery, Oviatt Library
http://library.csun.edu/blogs/goingson/fantastic-strange/
Science fiction literature, one of the most popular and entertaining genres in modern fiction, has been read and loved by children and adults for decades. From the earliest pulp publications to modern masterpieces, science fiction short stories and novels have often functioned as a lens through which we express our sense of wonder, marvel at the possibilities of new technologies, and engage in our wildest imaginings. Join us as we celebrate the fantastic and strange in science fiction literature.
Fantastic & Strange: Reflections of Self in Science Fiction Literature
Tuesday, September 18 - Friday, July 26 All Day - Tseng Gallery, Oviatt Library
http://library.csun.edu/blogs/goingson/fantastic-strange/
Science fiction literature, one of the most popular and entertaining genres in modern fiction, has been read and loved by children and adults for decades. From the earliest pulp publications to modern masterpieces, science fiction short stories and novels have often functioned as a lens through which we express our sense of wonder, marvel at the possibilities of new technologies, and engage in our wildest imaginings. Join us as we celebrate the fantastic and strange in science fiction literature.
Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Rushing Waters, Rising Dreams Book Signing and Documentary Viewing
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Oviatt Library: Ferman Presentation Room
http://library.csun.edu/blogs/goingson/rushing-waters/
The Friends of the Oviatt Library invite you to join us for a book signing and documentary viewing with Denise M. Sandoval, Ph.D. CSU, Northridge Chicano Studies Professor and John Cantú, Independent Filmmaker as they discuss the book and documentary Rushing Waters, Rising Dreams: How the Arts are Transforming a Community.
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Seamanship and Settlement: The Portuguese Tradition and Macau's Architectural Duality
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Oviatt Library: Ferman Presentation Room
https://library.csun.edu/blogs/goingson/seamanship-and-settlement-event/
Lectures and video presentations, followed by Reception.
Join us to celebrate some 500 years of Portuguese maritime skill, daring exploration, and mutual cultural influence with China as exemplified by magnificent photographs of the N.R.P. Sagres, which has roamed the world's oceans as the Portugues Navy's school ship, and of the historic architecture of the port city of Macau, the first enduring point of contact between China and the West.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Celebrate Pi Day with Us!
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Oviatt Library: Ferman Presentation Room
http://library.csun.edu/WISE/OpportunitiesEvent
You are cordially invited to join us as we celebrate Pi Day!
The Oviatt Library and the Bonita J. Campbell Endowment for Women in Science and Engineering present:
STEM: Education Challenges and Career Opportunities
Thursday, March 14, 2013 - 4:00-6:00 p.m. - Oviatt Library Ferman Presentation Room Come to our PI Day Celebration where you will hear from our panel of scientists, engineers, educators and "workforce development" representative who will share insights into careers in science, computer technology, engineering and math.