Now Brewing @ CAFE & Across Campus - October 23, 2024

TEACHING DURING AN ELECTION YEAR: AN ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND STUDENT AFFAIRS COLLABORATION

Ensuring Democracy: The Integrity of U.S. Presidential Elections
Dr. Eric Hodges, Associate Professor of Political Science
When: October 22 @ 3:30-5:00
Location:  Wilson Chamber/Upchurch

With the November election rapidly approaching, it is important to understand the complex process of choosing the American President. In this talk, Dr. Hodges will discuss the mechanics of U.S. Presidential elections. Topics covered will include the Electoral College, state and local voting procedures, the rarity of voter fraud, and current court cases that might affect the election. After briefly covering these issues, we will open up the floor for Q&A. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend.

Faculty, if you’re considering integrating this event into your curriculum, we have a customizable assignment template prepared for you @ https://blogs.longwood.edu/cafeinstitute2016/assignment-ideas-and-templates/

En-Light(e)ning Talks
docemus docere - we teach to enlighten
Wednesday, October 23, 12:30– 3:15 p.m.
Beale Plaza
The faculty and staff of Longwood University invite you to a series of short, informative, and fascinating lessons in anticipation of the 2024 Election. An opportunity for Q and A will follow each 10-minute talk.

12:30 Scott Grether
Associate Professor of Sociology
Racial Gerrymandering in Virginia

12:45 David Magill
Professor of English
Looking Presidential in Film and Television

1:00 Josh Blakely
Director of Brock Experiences
There’s Too Much Jesus in My Government

1:15 Greg Mole
Assistant Professor of History
“Arrrr” Is For Representative Government: How Pirate Democracies Can Help Us Navigate the Current Election Cycle

1:30 Alyssa Lowery
Visiting Professor of Philosophy
Many “Governments”: Elizabeth Anderson and the Importance Of Voice 

1:45 Jen Fraley
Dean of Students
Beyond The Echo Chamber: Why Freedom of Expression Matters On Campus 

2:00 Ian Danielsen
Associate Professor of Social Work
“Yes We Can” – How A Farmville Teenager’s Close Call With A Registered Sexual Offender Became A Father-Son Public Safety Policy Initiative.

2:15  Sarah Tanner-Anderson
Associate Professor of Education/Asst. Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies
Sparking Some Good: Impacting Positive Change in Your Community 

2:30  Ryan Stouffer
Associate Professor of Communication Studies
Shifting Responsibilities: How Consumers Navigate and Stay Informed In Today's News Landscape 

2:45 Kris Paal
Associate Professor of Communication Studies
Getting Constructive About Election Conversations

3:00 Cainan Townsend
Executive Director for the Moton Museum
From Moton to Montgomery: Reflections on the 1965 Voting Rights March

Election 2024 Resources
Lancers Vote-Voting 101 Canvas course @ https://longwood.instructure.com/enroll/WW3YTA

We have updated the CAFE blog @ https://blogs.longwood.edu/cafeinstitute2016/ to include teaching and learning resources to facilitate thoughtful and inclusive conversations in the classroom on critical issues such as democracy, governance, and public policy.

FOCUSED PRODUCTIVITY SESSIONS
Join CAFE for Pomodoro sessions again this semester. All faculty and staff are welcome. The sessions use a focused cycle: set a goal, work towards it for 25 minutes, and then take a five-minute break. You will repeat the cycle three times. Choose the session that fits your needs:

MEDITATION
Dates: Tuesday only this week!
Time: 11:30am-12:00pm
Location: Zoom https://shorturl.at/5WIIr

Research shows that since COVID, instructors and staff are experiencing burnout at higher than average rates. One way to combat the exhaustion is to try mindfulness techniques. Join Renee Gutiérrez to create a pause in your day. All are welcome for a brief, guided meditation; no previous experience is required.