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Synopsis
Moraine Valley Community College Library, Palos Hills, Illinois, USA. The Library Event PodCasts are intended to be a flexible, portable record of the events held within the Moraine Valley Library. As such, they are intended to enhance library programs and the larger Moraine Valley curriculum.These events are hosted by the library in the spirit of public discussion, open debate, and intellectual growth. The views expressed by panel members, lecturers, or audience members are their own and are not necessarily the official views of the Moraine Valley Community College board of trustees, staff, faculty, or administration.
Episodes
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Debunking Sept 11 Myths with Jeremy Shermak
01/12/2009Special guest Jeremy Shermak discusses several resources on Sept 11 Myths
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A Visit with Mrs Potts
10/11/2009Historical interpreter Ellie Carlson introduces us to 19th century inventor and business women Florence Potts
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The Prophets of Islam featuring Sheik Yaser Birjas
27/10/2009This event was orgnized by the Muslim Student Association and featured Sheik Yaser Birjas who is the Director of Islamic Education and Outreach at the Prayer Center of Orland Park
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Ourselves and Our Work How Our Jobs Make us Who We Are
22/10/2009Faculty members discuss work, careers, education, and identity
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The Meaning of Justice Sotomayor
01/10/2009This discussion sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs was on the meaning behind the appointment of Sonia Sotomayor to the United States Supreme Court
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Working How Studs Terkel Inspired a Generation of Journalists
16/09/2009Thom Clark president of the Community Media Workshop at Columbia College Chicago presents a lecture about the life and influence of Chicago icon Studs Terkel
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Fun Fast Summer Reads with Kate Wolicki
30/07/2009Special guest Kate Wolicki discusses four fast reads for the last days of summer
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Studs Terkel's Working
08/05/2009Joe, Liz and Troy review the 2009-2010 One Book, One College Selection, Working by Studs Terkel
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Rape and Sexual Assault Awareness Discussion
28/04/2009A special diccussion sponsored by the Psychology Department and Liberal Arts subdivision
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How Green is MVCC Green Team Members Discussion Sustainability on Campus
22/04/2009Members of Moraine Valley's Green Team discuss the sustainability efforts going on around campus and challenges the lie ahead
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The Ten Most Pivotal Events in Middle East History
09/04/2009Two of Moraine Valley's history faculty members Merri Fefles and Jim McIntyre as they discuss the ten most pivotal events in the history of the Middle East
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Special Education in Schools Today
25/03/2009Special guest Maureen Kaniewski discusses issues in Special Education
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Striving for Sustainable Communities Area Leaders Discuss Green Efforts in our Region
25/03/2009How do we build sustainable communities? Panel members will discuss their successes and consider the obstacles that are ahead. Panel members will include Jerry Bennett, Mayor of Palos Hills; Daniel J. McLaughlin, Mayor of Orland Park; Reggie Greenwood, Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation; David Chandler, Center for Neighborhood Technology; and Chris Slattery, The Delta Institute.
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Author James Bilder Discusses A Footsoldier for Patton
19/03/2009Author and faculty member James Bilder discusses his book A Footsoldier for Patton: The Story of a "Red Diamond" Infrantryman with the US Third Army. This book details the frontline realities of one of the most famous and deadly aspects of World War II. Join us for this discussion and book signing.
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Misconceptions of Islam
04/03/2009A discussion about the most misunderstood topics in Islam, event is sponsored and organized by the Muslim Student Alliance.
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Spring Break Reads from Liz Garcia
27/02/2009Librarian Liz Garcia shares some ideas for fun Spring Break Reads
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The Beauty of the Hijab
25/02/2009A discussion about why Muslim women cover their hair and the meaning of the Hijab event sponsored and organized by the Muslim Student Alliance.
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Controlling Carbon Emissions with Trading Markets
12/02/2009Dr. Gregory Sierra, Professor of Accounting at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and former Economist and Bank Regulator for the Federal Reserve Board, discusses how these markets are structured, the possibilities they represent, and alternative policies to carbon markets such as tax laws
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Remembering John Updike featuring Erika Deiters
10/02/2009Discussion of American author John Updike featuring faculty member Erika Deiters