Bridgewater College

International Holocaust Remembrance Day Event
2023-01-27 18:30 - 20:00 UTC
Bridgewater College will host a film screening of the movie Denial (2016) for International Remembrance Day 2023 on Friday, Jan. 27, at 6:30 p.m. in Cole Hall.

The film, based on the book History on Trial: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier, tells the story of American Jewish author Deborah Lipstadt’s legal battle with David Irving. Dr. Martin Kalb, Associate Professor of History at BC, will give an introduction before the showing of the film.

The film screening is free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by the Kline-Bowman Institute for Peace and Justice and supported by BC Voice, the College’s student-run news organization.

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Endowed Lecture: The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II
2023-01-18 19:30 - 21:00
Endowed Lecture: The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber IIWhen: Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.Where: Cole HallNotes: This event is free and open to the public. The format for the event is a traditional lecture with Q&A to follow. An American sign language (ASL) interpreter will be present to facilitate communication between Barber and deaf or hard of hearing attendees. A livestream of the event is accessible at bridgewater.edu/barber.

The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II will present an endowed lecture at Bridgewater College on Wednesday, Jan. 18.

Barber will deliver the keynote address, “We are Called to Be a Movement,” as part of BC’s annual celebration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. In 2018, Barber helped relaunch the Poor People’s Campaign—which was begun by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and others in 1968—with a historic wave of protests in state capitals and in Washington, D.C., called for a moral agenda and a moral budget. A former Mel King Fellow at MIT, Barber is currently a Visiting Professor of Public Theology and Activism at Union Theological Seminary and Senior Fellow at Auburn Seminary. He was named one of BET’s 100 Entertainers and Innovators in 2020 and is a 2019 recipient of the North Carolina Award—the state’s highest civilian honor. Barber has also received the MacArthur Foundation Genius Award, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Award, the Martin Luther King Jr. Center’s Beloved Community Award and the Puffin Award.

The endowed lecture is sponsored by the Harry W. and Ina Mason Shank Peace Studies Endowment, the Kline-Bowman Institute for Peace and Justice, the Weimer Christian Vocation of Peace and Peacemaking Lectureship Fund, and the Christian Leadership Endowment Fund. It is free and open to the public. A livestream of the event is accessible at bridgewater.edu/barber.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
2023-01-16 11:00 - 13:00
Members of the community are invited to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with Bridgewater College during its annual Martin Luther King Day celebration, “Celebrating the Dream, Continuing the Journey.”

All events are free and open to the public.

AT A GLANCE: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Community March

in collaboration with the town of BridgewaterMonday, Jan. 16

10:45 a.m. | Gather at Oakdale Park134 Mount Crawford Avenue, Bridgewater

11 a.m. | Remarks by Town and College RepresentativesMarch from Oakdale Park to Bridgewater College at the conclusion of remarks. A shuttle will be available for those who would like to participate in the march but are unable to walk the entire route because of limited mobility. Those wishing to use the shuttle services should meet at the Kline Campus Center lot by 10:30 a.m.

Following the March | ReceptionKline Campus Center Lobby

Additional Events & Activities

Film: BlacKkKlansman (2018)

Thursday, Jan. 127 p.m. | Boitnott RoomDirected by Spike Lee and based on a true story.Winner of an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay, BlacKkKlansman is an excellent example of historical fiction in a comedy. It provides a comedic but accurate description of just a few of the evils of white supremacy and the KKK. The film shows Black and white people working together to combat racism and white supremacy. Rated R for language that includes racial epithets, violence, and some sexual references.

Endowed Lecture: Rev. Dr. William Barber II

Wednesday, Jan. 187:30 p.m. | Cole Hall or bridgewater.edu/barberBarber, a pastor, author and co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign, will deliver the keynote address, “We Are Called to Be a Movement.”

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Teach-In Sessions Led by BC Faculty

7 p.m. | Forrer Learning Commons 217(available in person and virtually)

Thursday, Jan. 26: Dr. Sam Hamilton, “All Labor Has Dignity.” In addition to his commitment to ending racial segregation, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was similarly committed to the cause of economic justice. Just as the moral lessons from his civil rights advocacy can and should inform our present-day struggles with racial justice, so too should King’s lifelong support for workers’ rights inform our present-day struggles with economic justice. (Zoom option)

Thursday, Feb. 2: Dr. Jamie Frueh, “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela: Philosophies and Practices.” Frueh will lead a discussion comparing two of the most respected leaders of the 20th century. (Zoom option)

CANCELLED

Thursday, Feb. 9: Dr. Vanessa Rouillon, “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: On Civil Disobedience, America’s Christian Heritage and the Art of Rhetoric.”

We are sorry to inform you that due to unavoidable circumstances we have to cancel the MLK Day Teach-In scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 9. The MLK Day Celebration events have been a wonderful success this year, and we are excited to continue to see our celebrations get bigger and flourish in the coming years. Please watch a video about our MLK Day community march here.

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Art Exhibition: Valley Pots Revisited
2023-01-09 08:00 - 2023-02-08 17:00
A sample of pottery that will be on display at “Valley Pots Revisited” at Bridgewater College from Jan. 9 – Feb. 8, 2023, curated by Associate Professor of Art Michael Hough.

AT A GLANCEArt Exhibition: Valley Pots RevisitedWhen: Monday, Jan. 9, through Wednesday, Feb. 8. An opening reception will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, with a curator’s talk at 5:30 p.m. Where: Beverly Perdue Art Gallery, main level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning CommonsHours: The gallery is open from 7:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and noon to midnight on Sunday.

Valley Pots Revisited will be showcased Monday, Jan. 9, through Wednesday, Feb. 8, in the Beverly Perdue Art Gallery located on the main level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning Commons.

Curated by Associate Professor of Art Michael Hough, this exhibition is a look at the diverse group of potters working in the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia. The show focuses on functional pottery by working potters, samplings from retired potters and a display of historical pottery on loan from private collections.

The exhibition will have an opening reception in the gallery from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, and a curator’s talk at 5:30 p.m.

The exhibition, opening reception and curator’s talk are free and open to the public. The gallery is open from 7:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and noon to midnight on Sunday.

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Spring 2023 Classes Begin
2023-01-05 08:00 - 17:00
Classes for the Spring 2023 semester will begin on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.

In order to accommodate advising meetings and student registration confirmation at the start of the spring semester, the College will follow a condensed class schedule on Jan. 5.

The class schedule will be as follows:

Regular schedule timesCondensed Schedule – allows for 50-minute classes until 2:00 p.m. classes and 10-minute class transition time8:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m.11:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.12:30 p.m.1:00 p.m.All afternoon classesNormal schedule (Students in labs should consult with their lab instructors for further clarification)

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Holiday Extravaganza
2022-12-03 15:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-02 19:30 - 21:00
AT A GLANCEHoliday ExtravaganzaWhen: Friday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3, at 3 p.m. Where: Concert Hall, Carter Center for Worship and Music

Bridgewater College will present a Holiday Extravaganza of familiar Christmas carols in the Concert Hall of the Carter Center for Worship and Music on the College’s campus.

One of the most popular musical performances of the year, Bridgewater College’s Holiday Extravaganza will be sure to get you into the holiday spirit. Split into two concerts to accommodate the large audience, both performances will feature the Chorale, Concert Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band and audience sing-alongs.

The first concert will be held on Friday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. and the second will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 3 p.m. Both performances are free and open to the public.

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Open House
2022-12-03 09:30 - 14:00, 2022-11-12 09:30 - 14:00
Experience Bridgewater College to the fullest at an open house! This full-day large group visit is filled with sessions geared towards undergraduate students and their families.

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Holiday Pottery and Art Sale
2022-12-02 09:00 - 14:00
AT A GLANCEHoliday Pottery and Art SaleWhen: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2.Where: Kline Campus Center Lounge

The Bridgewater College Art Department will host its holiday pottery and art sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, in the Kline Campus Center Lounge.

The event is open to the public.

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Last Day of Fall 2022 Classes
2022-12-02 08:00 - 17:00
Classes for the Fall 2022 semester will conclude on Friday, Dec. 2. Exams will take place Monday, Dec. 5, through Friday, Dec. 9.

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Thanksgiving Break
2022-11-22 08:00 - 2022-11-27 17:00
Thanksgiving Break begins after a student’s last class on Tuesday, Nov. 22. Classes resume on Monday, Nov. 28.

The College will be closed beginning at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 23 and remain closed through Friday. Nov. 25. Regular business hours resume on Monday, Nov. 28.

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Piscataway Nation Dancers & Singers
2022-11-19 20:00 - 21:00
AT A GLANCEPiscataway Nation DancersWhen: Saturday, Nov. 19, 8 p.m.Where: Cole Hall. A reception will follow in the KCC lobby after the performance

Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month with the Piscataway Nation Dancers and Singers on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 8 p.m. in Cole Hall. Join us for a pow-wow performance featuring traditional dancing, drumming and singing. Learn about their history, heritage and culture.

Sponsored by BC’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and CEAT, this event is free and open to the public.

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Chamber Ensemble Concert
2022-11-15 19:30 - 20:30
AT A GLANCEChamber Ensemble ConcertWhen: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Where: Concert Hall, Carter Center for Worship and Music

Bridgewater College’s Chamber Ensemble will perform on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the concert hall in the Carter Center for Worship and Music on the College’s campus.

The Bridgewater College Music Department houses many great chamber ensembles that rehearse and perform throughout the year. This concert will feature a wide variety of music from the Flute Choir, Trumpet Ensemble, Chamber Strings, Handbell Choir, Guitar Ensemble and more.

The performance is free and open to the public.

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Chamber Ensemble Concert
2022-11-15 19:30 - 20:30
AT A GLANCEChamber Ensemble ConcertWhen: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Where: Concert Hall, Carter Center for Worship and Music

Bridgewater College’s Chamber Ensemble will perform on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Carter Center for Worship and Music.

The concert will feature a wide variety of music from the flute choir, trumpet ensemble, chamber strings, handbell choir, guitar ensemble and more.

The performance is free and open to the public.

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Master of Science in Human Resource Management Virtual Open House
2022-11-15 19:00 - 20:00
Join us virtually via Zoom to learn about our Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM) Program.

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Symphonic Band Concert
2022-11-13 15:00 - 17:00
AT A GLANCESymphonic Band ConcertWhen: Sunday, Nov. 13, 3 p.m. Where: Cole Hall

Bridgewater College’s Symphonic Band will perform on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 3 p.m. in Cole Hall.

Featured pieces include Simple Gifts by Frank Ticheli, Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse by Randall Standridge, Minimalist Dances by Matt Conaway, Brooklyn Air by Michael Markowski, Ember Skies by Kevin Day and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End. Senior music education major Luke Cronin will be the guest conductor for James Swearingen’s Seagate Overture.

The performance is free and open to the public.

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Oratorio Choir Concert
2022-11-11 19:30 - 21:00
AT A GLANCEOratorio Choir ConcertWhen: Friday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. Where: Concert Hall, Carter Center for Worship and Music

Bridgewater College’s Oratorio Choir will perform on Friday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Carter Center for Worship and Music.

The concert will feature two works: John Rutter’s “Requiem” and Eriks Esenvalds’ “Trinity Te Deum.” The Oratorio Choir is comprised of BC choral students, faculty members, staff, community members and alumni.

The performance is free and open to the public.

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Master of Science in Athletic Training Virtual Open House
2022-11-09 19:00 - 20:00
Join us from your home to learn about the Athletic Training program. You will learn about the admissions process, academic curriculum and clinical experiences followed by Q&A.

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Art Exhibition: Photographs by Robert Sulkin
2022-11-07 08:00 - 2022-12-09 17:00
AT A GLANCEArt Exhibition: Photographs by Robert SulkinWhen: Monday, Nov. 7, through Friday, Dec. 9. An opening reception will take place from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 7, with an artist’s talk at 5:30 p.m. Where: Beverly Perdue Art Gallery, lower level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning CommonsHours: The gallery is open from 7:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and noon to midnight on Sunday.

An exhibition of photographs by Robert Sulkin will be showcased Monday, Nov. 7, through Friday, Dec. 9, in the Beverly Perdue Art Gallery located on the main level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning Commons.

The art exhibition will have an opening reception in the gallery from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 7, and an artist’s talk at 5:30 p.m.

The art exhibition, opening reception and artist’s talk are free and open to the public. The gallery is open from 7:30 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and noon to midnight on Sunday.

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Jazz Ensemble Concert
2022-11-06 15:00 - 17:00
AT A GLANCEJazz Ensemble ConcertWhen: Sunday, Nov. 6, 3 p.m. Where: Sipe Center, 100 N. Main St., Bridgewater

Bridgewater College’s Jazz Ensemble will perform on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 3 p.m. at the Sipe Center located at 100 N. Main Street in the town of Bridgewater.

The concert will feature a wide variety of musical styles including swing, shuffle, samba, funk, rock, ballad and bebop.

The performance is free and open to the public.

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Theatre at Bridgewater College Presents: The Moors by Jen Silverman
2022-11-02 20:00 - 2022-11-05 20:00
Theatre at Bridgewater College Presents: The Moors by Jen SilvermanWhen: Nov. 2-5, 8 p.m.Where: Cole Hall

Theatre at Bridgewater College presents “The Moors” from Wednesday, Nov. 2, through Saturday, Nov. 5, in Cole Hall on the College’s campus. The show will begin at 8 p.m. each night.

Jen Silverman’s “The Moors” tells the story of two sisters and a dog that live out their lives on the bleak English moors, dreaming of love and power. The arrival of a hapless governess and a moorhen set all three on a strange and dangerous path. “The Moors” is a dark comedy about love, desperation and visibility.

Tickets for the production are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (65 and older) and non-BC students, and free for BC students, faculty and staff. Tickets will be on sale 30 minutes prior to the start of the show. Cash or check only.

“The Moors” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.

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Conversations with Singer/Songwriter Scott Christopher Murray
2022-11-02 19:30 - 20:30
Conversations with Singer/Songwriter Scott Christopher MurrayWhen: Wednesday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.Where: Center for Engaged Learning

Have you ever wondered about the songwriting process? What it is that moves an artist to create? Join Scott Christopher Murray on Wednesday, Nov. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Engaged Learning for an intimate evening of music, storytelling and conversation.

Murray is an accomplished singer/songwriter and veteran of the acoustic music scene. He’s a Grammy-nominated musician living in Fulks Run, Va. Raised in the Shenandoah Valley, he has absorbed its rich story-telling and musical traditions and has traveled and performed most of his adult life. His music reflects life, love and loss wrapped in beautiful melodies and artful musicianship. Murray’s second album, “Short Stories,” was nominated for contemporary folk album of the year.

Sponsored by the Margaret Grattan Weaver Institute for Regional Culture, the event is free and open to the public.

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Homecoming Concert
2022-10-22 19:30 - 21:00
AT A GLANCEHomecoming ConcertWhen: Saturday, Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m.Where: Carter Center for Worship and Music, Concert Hall

Bridgewater College’s Jazz Ensemble, Chorale, an alumni jazz band featuring alum from 1982 to 2022, and a newly-formed chamber ensemble will perform on Saturday, Oct. 22, in the Concert Hall at the Carter Center for Worship and Music on the College’s campus.

The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public, and the BC Community is encouraged to attend as part of Homecoming weekend.

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Special Collections Exhibition: “Hobbies at Homecoming”
2022-10-22 08:00 - 2023-04-03 17:00
AT A GLANCEBC Special Collections Exhibition: “Hobbies at Homecoming”What: A showcase of Bridgewater College hobbies past and presentWhen: On display Oct. 22, 2022, through April 3, 2023Where: Robert R. Newlen ’75 and John C. Bradford Special Collections, lower level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning CommonsHours: The exhibition is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Hours subject to change for inclement weather or summer/holiday closures. Check libguides.bridgewater.edu before visiting.

Bridgewater College Special Collections will exhibit “Hobbies at Homecoming,” a showcase of Bridgewater College hobbies past and present, from Oct. 22, 2022, through April 3, 2023. The exhibition will be on display in the Robert R. Newlen ’75 and John C. Bradford Special Collections located on the lower level of the John Kenny Forrer Learning Commons on the College’s campus.

The exhibition is curated by Stephanie S. Gardner, Special Collections Librarian, and Sherie Davis ‘23. The exhibition features archival materials and artifacts reflective of the passions of past Bridgewater College community members. From librarian Agnes Kline’s romantic Hollywood photo stills to biologist and coach Doc Jopson’s birding club notebook, these primary sources give us glimpses of the varied and vibrant interests of historic Bridgewater College.

The exhibition is free and open to the public.

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Homecoming 2022
2022-10-21 08:00 - 2022-10-23 17:00
Alumni, families and friends, join us for our Homecoming celebration Oct. 21-23!

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2022 Eagles Golf Classic
2022-10-21 08:00 - 16:00
Kick off Homecoming weekend on the green with us for the annual Eagles Golf Classic at Lakeview Golf Club. This fundraiser is a four-player captain’s choice format with two sessions.

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Career Exploration Day
2022-10-20 11:00 - 16:00
BC’s Career Exploration Day is a career fair styled-event designed to bring current students and alumni together to launch student interest in potential majors, careers, and industries. Alumni volunteers will share their academic and professional journeys, providing a network of support as students explore how their academic and professional interests align and plan the next steps toward achieving their career goals.

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Lyceum Concert: ARKAI
2022-10-19 19:00 - 21:00
AT A GLANCELyceum Concert: ARKAIWhen: Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. Where: Concert Hall, Carter Center for Worship and Music

ARKAI will present a lyceum at Bridgewater College on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. ARKAI is an award-winning string duo that redefines the boundaries of musical genre—fusing classical virtuosity with the electricity of a rock band, the spontaneity of a jazz combo and the beauty of a string quartet.

Winners of the 2021 Astral Artists National Auditions, ARKAI fuses classical virtuosity with the electricity of a rock band, the spontaneity of a jazz combo and the beauty of a string quartet. Their past engagements have included performances at The Met, Joe’s Pub, Rockwood Music Hall, The Juilliard School, Chateau Marmont, Curtis Institute of Music, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and the 92nd Street Y. Their electronic debut composition, “Letters from COVID,” was recently featured at TED@PMI for a global audience of more than 30,000 people from 182 countries. ARKAI is currently creating its debut album, “Aurora,” in collaboration with seven-time Grammy-nominated producer Joel Hamilton.

The lyceum concert series at Bridgewater College is free and open to the public.

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Virtual Graduate Open House
2022-10-18 19:00 - 20:00
Join us virtually to experience our graduate programs at Bridgewater. Speak directly with program directors and current students to gain an insight of how to advance your education.

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