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==Events== | ==Events== | ||
===Official Calendar<ref>[http://www.knox.edu/x9312.xml#key Academic Calendar 2005-2006]</ref>=== | ===Official Calendar<ref>[http://www.knox.edu/x9312.xml#key Academic Calendar 2005-2006]</ref>=== | ||
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| + | * September 3, Sat, 10:00 AM – [[Residence halls]] open to [[First-year|new students]]; [[board]] begins with [[lunch]] | ||
| + | * September 3-7, Sat-Wed – [[Orientation]] for new students | ||
| + | * September 6, Tue – [[Residence halls]] open to returning [[students]]; [[board]] begins with [[dinner]] | ||
| + | * September 7, Wed – Returning student registration | ||
| + | * September 8, Thu – Classes begin | ||
| + | * September 8, Thu, 11:00 AM – [[Opening Convocation]] | ||
| + | * September 14, Wed – Add/Drop deadline | ||
| + | * October 15, Sat – [[Homecoming]] | ||
| + | * October 17-28, Mon-Fri – Pre-Enrollment for [[Winter 2006]] | ||
| + | * October 24-28, Mon-Fri – Pre-Enrollment for [[Winter Break 2005]] [[Winter Break Classes|Classes]] | ||
| + | * November 2, Wed – [[Withdrawal]] deadline | ||
| + | * November 5-6, Sat-Sun – [[Family Weekend]] | ||
| + | * November 15, Tue – Classes end | ||
| + | * November 16, Wed – [[Reading Day]] | ||
| + | * November 17-19, Thu-Sat – [[Finals]] | ||
| + | * November 20, Sun, 12:00 PM – [[Winter Break 2005]] begins. Residence halls close, and board ends with [[breakfast]] | ||
===Academic Events=== | ===Academic Events=== | ||
| + | * October 21 – [[George Washington University]] agrees to an Early Selection [[Pre-Med]] program with Knox. | ||
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====Course Events==== | ====Course Events==== | ||
====Faculty Events==== | ====Faculty Events==== | ||
| + | * September 15 – Professor [[Lane Sunderland]] gives a talk in honor of Constitution Day in the [[Alumni Room]] | ||
| + | * September 26 – [[Larry Welch]] and [[Scott Sunderland]] are appointed Interim [[Athletic Director]]s | ||
| + | * October 13 – Professor Emeritus of [[Physics]] [[Herbert Priestley]] dies | ||
| + | * October 14 – Faculty members [[Robin Metz]] and [[Lance Factor]] and [[alumni]] [[William Colby]], [[Michael Martin]], and [[Joseph Moore]] hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * October 17 – [[Jim Vandergriff]] is elected president of the [[Illinois Association of Teacher Educators]] | ||
| + | * October 31 – The Chicago play ''[[Anna Karenina]]'', which is directed by [[Elizabeth Carlin-Metz]] and has 19 alumni in the cast and crew, has its run extended | ||
| + | * November 1 – [[Roy Andersen]] and [[Bob Seibert]] hold a discussion on the [[Iraq]] Constitution in [[Ferris Lounge]] | ||
| + | * November 5-6 – [[Lance Factor]], [[Stuart Allison]], and [[John Dooley]] discuss their research on [[class]]es without [[quiz]]zes for [[Parents Weekend]] | ||
===Administration and Student Senate Events=== | ===Administration and Student Senate Events=== | ||
====Administration Events==== | ====Administration Events==== | ||
| + | * September 9 - [[Athletic Director]] [[Dan Calandro]] resigns, effective October 21 | ||
| + | * September 12 – The [[Andrew W. Mellon Foundation]] grants Knox $49,000 to expand the use of digital technology in the curriculum | ||
| + | * September 20 – [[Richter Memorial Trusts]] grants Knox $83,700 for student research programs | ||
| + | * September 21 – Alumna [[Susan Haerr Zucker]] is elected to the [[Board of Trustees]] | ||
| + | * September 26 – [[Larry Welch]] and [[Scott Sunderland]] are appointed Interim [[Athletic Director]]s | ||
| + | * October 21 – [[Xavier Romano]] gives the keynote address at the [[National Association of Student Personnel Administrators]] in [[Schaumburg]] | ||
| + | * October 21 – [[Athletic Director]] [[Dan Calandro]]'s resignation becomes effective | ||
| + | * November 1 – [[Stephen Colbert]] is confirmed as [[Commencement]] speaker | ||
====Campus Safety Events==== | ====Campus Safety Events==== | ||
====Admissions Events==== | ====Admissions Events==== | ||
| + | * September 19 – Washington Monthly magazine ranked Knox 46th among liberal arts colleges based on community service, research, and commitment to affordable education. | ||
====Housing and Physical Plant Events==== | ====Housing and Physical Plant Events==== | ||
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===Speakers, Plays, Exhibitions, and Special Events=== | ===Speakers, Plays, Exhibitions, and Special Events=== | ||
====Music==== | ====Music==== | ||
| − | + | * September 14 – [[Knox-Sandburg Community Band]]begins rehearsals in [[Kresge]] | |
| + | * November 4 – The [[Jazz Ensemble]] performs in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * November 6 – The [[Knox College Choir]] performs in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * November 6 – The [[Knox-Sandburg Community Concert Band]] performs in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * November 11, 14, 15 – The [[Women's Chorale]] and the [[ String Ensemble]] participate in the Fall Term General Student Recitals in [[Kresge]] | ||
====Art==== | ====Art==== | ||
| + | * October 14-November 14 – Alumni [[Steven Tourlentes]] and [[Ted Tourlentes]] give a photography exhibition in [[CFA]] | ||
====Theatre and Dance==== | ====Theatre and Dance==== | ||
| + | * October 17-November 5 – ''[[Noises Off]]'' runs in [[Harbach]] | ||
| + | * November 4 – [[Terpsichore]] holds it's Kick-Off Concert in the [[Aux Gym]] | ||
===Other==== | ===Other==== | ||
| + | * September 7, Wed – [[Pumphandle]] | ||
| + | * September 8, Thu, 11 AM - [[Andrew McKenna]] gives the [[Opening Convocation]] in [[Harbach]] | ||
| + | * September 15 – Professor [[Lane Sunderland]] gives a talk in honor of Constitution Day in the [[Alumni Room]] | ||
| + | * September 16 – [[Lucas Morel]] gives a talk on [[Abraham Lincoln]] in the [[Alumni Room]], sponsored by the [[Lincoln Studies Center]] | ||
| + | * September 21-23 – Poet, novelist, and filmmaker[[Yevgeny Yevtushenko]] gives a series of lectures on campus on [[Russia]] and his works | ||
| + | * October 3 – Professor and former attorney [[David Schoenbrod]] gives a talk on the [[U.S.]] government and the [[environment]] in the [[Alumni Room]] | ||
| + | * October 4 - Author [[Cathy Bao Bean]] gives a reading in [[Ferris Lounge]] | ||
| + | * October 5 – Research statistician [[Christopher Tong]] gives a lecture in [[SMC]] | ||
| + | * October 14 – Faculty members [[Robin Metz]] and [[Lance Factor]] and [[alumni]] [[William Colby]], [[Michael Martin]], and [[Joseph Moore]] hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * October 12 – The film ''Good Night and Good Luck'' is given an advance screening, sponsored by the [[Journalism Program]], at the [[Orpheum]] | ||
| + | * October 13 – The Knox College [[Variety Show]], ''Let Us Entertain You'' is held at the [[Orpheum]] | ||
| + | * October 13 – [[Illinois]] Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety [[Carl Hawkinson]], [[Galesburg Police]] Chief [[John Schlaf]], [[Galesburg Fire]] Chief [[John Cratty]], and local [[Red Cross]] Director [[Lynn Tyler]] give a panel discussion on [[Hurricane Katrina]] and disaster preparedness | ||
| + | * October 15 – Alumni [[Frances Christiansen]], [[Chris Hill]], [[Joseph Lennon]], [[William Wagner]], and [[Thomas Wolf]], along with [[faculty]] [[Robert Hellenga]] and [[Robin Metz]], do a joint book signing in [[CFA]], sponsored by the [[Alumni Office]] | ||
| + | * October 18 – Army Colonel[[Dale J. Litney]] gives a talk on defense in the third world as part of the [[Knox Talks]] series in the [[Lincoln Room]] | ||
| + | * October 24 - Professor [[Muhammed Abu Samra]] of David Yellin College of Education in [[Israel]] gives a talk on [[September 11]] and the [[Middle East]] in [[Ferris Lounge]] | ||
| + | * October 24 - Brigadier General and alum [[David Fridovich]] gives a talk on the [[U.S.]] Army's future in [[Ferris Lounge]] | ||
| + | * October 28 – [[Rodney Jones]] of [[Southern Illinois University – Carbondale]] gives a poetry reading in the [[Compass Room]] | ||
| + | * November 1 – [[Roy Andersen]] and [[Bob Seibert]] hold a discussion on the [[Iraq]] Constitution in [[Ferris Lounge]] | ||
| + | * November 2 - Historian [[Linda Kerber]] talks about statelessness in the [[U.S.]] in the [[Alumni Room]] | ||
| + | * November 4 – [[Steve Paul]] of the [[Kansas City]] Star talks about [[Ernest Hemingway]] in the [[Compass Room]] | ||
| + | * November 5-6 – [[Lance Factor]], [[Stuart Allison]], and [[John Dooley]] discuss their research on [[class]]es without [[quiz]]zes for [[Parents Weekend]] | ||
===Student Events=== | ===Student Events=== | ||
====Student Academic and College Events==== | ====Student Academic and College Events==== | ||
| + | * [[Andy Fitz]] flies in a biplane at [[Galesburg Airport]] as part of the 34th National Stearman Fly-In | ||
| + | * October 11 - [[Ann Hernandez]] is selected to be the 2005 [[Student Lincoln Laureate]] for her work in performing arts | ||
| + | * November 5 – [[Beth Barton]], [[Adam Whitlatch]], and [[Tyler Nichols]] finished 23rd in the regionals of the [[Intercollegiate Programming Contest]]; [[Ben Redig]], [[Josh Stein]], [[Krieghan Riley]], and [[Phil Jaffe]] finish 54th | ||
====Parties and Social Events==== | ====Parties and Social Events==== | ||
====Gossip==== | ====Gossip==== | ||
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===Alumni Events=== | ===Alumni Events=== | ||
| + | * September 21 – Alumna [[Susan Haerr Zucker]] is elected to the [[Board of Trustees]] | ||
| + | * October 14 – Faculty members [[Robin Metz]] and [[Lance Factor]] and [[alumni]] [[William Colby]], [[Michael Martin]], and [[Joseph Moore]] hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in [[Kresge]] | ||
| + | * October 31 – The Chicago play ''[[Anna Karenina]]'', which is directed by [[Elizabeth Carlin-Metz]] and has 19 alumni in the cast and crew, has its run extended | ||
===Miscellaneous Events=== | ===Miscellaneous Events=== | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 18:31, 17 October 2007
Fall Term 2005 was part of the 2005-2006 school year, running from September 3 to November 20, 2005.
Contents
- 1 Events
- 2 References
- 3 See also
Events[edit]
Official Calendar[1][edit]
- September 3, Sat, 10:00 AM – Residence halls open to new students; board begins with lunch
- September 3-7, Sat-Wed – Orientation for new students
- September 6, Tue – Residence halls open to returning students; board begins with dinner
- September 7, Wed – Returning student registration
- September 8, Thu – Classes begin
- September 8, Thu, 11:00 AM – Opening Convocation
- September 14, Wed – Add/Drop deadline
- October 15, Sat – Homecoming
- October 17-28, Mon-Fri – Pre-Enrollment for Winter 2006
- October 24-28, Mon-Fri – Pre-Enrollment for Winter Break 2005 Classes
- November 2, Wed – Withdrawal deadline
- November 5-6, Sat-Sun – Family Weekend
- November 15, Tue – Classes end
- November 16, Wed – Reading Day
- November 17-19, Thu-Sat – Finals
- November 20, Sun, 12:00 PM – Winter Break 2005 begins. Residence halls close, and board ends with breakfast
Academic Events[edit]
- October 21 – George Washington University agrees to an Early Selection Pre-Med program with Knox.
Course Events[edit]
Faculty Events[edit]
- September 15 – Professor Lane Sunderland gives a talk in honor of Constitution Day in the Alumni Room
- September 26 – Larry Welch and Scott Sunderland are appointed Interim Athletic Directors
- October 13 – Professor Emeritus of Physics Herbert Priestley dies
- October 14 – Faculty members Robin Metz and Lance Factor and alumni William Colby, Michael Martin, and Joseph Moore hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in Kresge
- October 17 – Jim Vandergriff is elected president of the Illinois Association of Teacher Educators
- October 31 – The Chicago play Anna Karenina, which is directed by Elizabeth Carlin-Metz and has 19 alumni in the cast and crew, has its run extended
- November 1 – Roy Andersen and Bob Seibert hold a discussion on the Iraq Constitution in Ferris Lounge
- November 5-6 – Lance Factor, Stuart Allison, and John Dooley discuss their research on classes without quizzes for Parents Weekend
Administration and Student Senate Events[edit]
Administration Events[edit]
- September 9 - Athletic Director Dan Calandro resigns, effective October 21
- September 12 – The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation grants Knox $49,000 to expand the use of digital technology in the curriculum
- September 20 – Richter Memorial Trusts grants Knox $83,700 for student research programs
- September 21 – Alumna Susan Haerr Zucker is elected to the Board of Trustees
- September 26 – Larry Welch and Scott Sunderland are appointed Interim Athletic Directors
- October 21 – Xavier Romano gives the keynote address at the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators in Schaumburg
- October 21 – Athletic Director Dan Calandro's resignation becomes effective
- November 1 – Stephen Colbert is confirmed as Commencement speaker
Campus Safety Events[edit]
Admissions Events[edit]
- September 19 – Washington Monthly magazine ranked Knox 46th among liberal arts colleges based on community service, research, and commitment to affordable education.
Housing and Physical Plant Events[edit]
Student Senate Events[edit]
Club and Student Organization Events[edit]
Athletic Events[edit]
Greek Events[edit]
Speakers, Plays, Exhibitions, and Special Events[edit]
Music[edit]
- September 14 – Knox-Sandburg Community Bandbegins rehearsals in Kresge
- November 4 – The Jazz Ensemble performs in Kresge
- November 6 – The Knox College Choir performs in Kresge
- November 6 – The Knox-Sandburg Community Concert Band performs in Kresge
- November 11, 14, 15 – The Women's Chorale and the String Ensemble participate in the Fall Term General Student Recitals in Kresge
Art[edit]
- October 14-November 14 – Alumni Steven Tourlentes and Ted Tourlentes give a photography exhibition in CFA
Theatre and Dance[edit]
- October 17-November 5 – Noises Off runs in Harbach
- November 4 – Terpsichore holds it's Kick-Off Concert in the Aux Gym
Other=[edit]
- September 7, Wed – Pumphandle
- September 8, Thu, 11 AM - Andrew McKenna gives the Opening Convocation in Harbach
- September 15 – Professor Lane Sunderland gives a talk in honor of Constitution Day in the Alumni Room
- September 16 – Lucas Morel gives a talk on Abraham Lincoln in the Alumni Room, sponsored by the Lincoln Studies Center
- September 21-23 – Poet, novelist, and filmmakerYevgeny Yevtushenko gives a series of lectures on campus on Russia and his works
- October 3 – Professor and former attorney David Schoenbrod gives a talk on the U.S. government and the environment in the Alumni Room
- October 4 - Author Cathy Bao Bean gives a reading in Ferris Lounge
- October 5 – Research statistician Christopher Tong gives a lecture in SMC
- October 14 – Faculty members Robin Metz and Lance Factor and alumni William Colby, Michael Martin, and Joseph Moore hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in Kresge
- October 12 – The film Good Night and Good Luck is given an advance screening, sponsored by the Journalism Program, at the Orpheum
- October 13 – The Knox College Variety Show, Let Us Entertain You is held at the Orpheum
- October 13 – Illinois Deputy Chief of Staff for Public Safety Carl Hawkinson, Galesburg Police Chief John Schlaf, Galesburg Fire Chief John Cratty, and local Red Cross Director Lynn Tyler give a panel discussion on Hurricane Katrina and disaster preparedness
- October 15 – Alumni Frances Christiansen, Chris Hill, Joseph Lennon, William Wagner, and Thomas Wolf, along with faculty Robert Hellenga and Robin Metz, do a joint book signing in CFA, sponsored by the Alumni Office
- October 18 – Army ColonelDale J. Litney gives a talk on defense in the third world as part of the Knox Talks series in the Lincoln Room
- October 24 - Professor Muhammed Abu Samra of David Yellin College of Education in Israel gives a talk on September 11 and the Middle East in Ferris Lounge
- October 24 - Brigadier General and alum David Fridovich gives a talk on the U.S. Army's future in Ferris Lounge
- October 28 – Rodney Jones of Southern Illinois University – Carbondale gives a poetry reading in the Compass Room
- November 1 – Roy Andersen and Bob Seibert hold a discussion on the Iraq Constitution in Ferris Lounge
- November 2 - Historian Linda Kerber talks about statelessness in the U.S. in the Alumni Room
- November 4 – Steve Paul of the Kansas City Star talks about Ernest Hemingway in the Compass Room
- November 5-6 – Lance Factor, Stuart Allison, and John Dooley discuss their research on classes without quizzes for Parents Weekend
Student Events[edit]
Student Academic and College Events[edit]
- Andy Fitz flies in a biplane at Galesburg Airport as part of the 34th National Stearman Fly-In
- October 11 - Ann Hernandez is selected to be the 2005 Student Lincoln Laureate for her work in performing arts
- November 5 – Beth Barton, Adam Whitlatch, and Tyler Nichols finished 23rd in the regionals of the Intercollegiate Programming Contest; Ben Redig, Josh Stein, Krieghan Riley, and Phil Jaffe finish 54th
Parties and Social Events[edit]
Gossip[edit]
Alumni Events[edit]
- September 21 – Alumna Susan Haerr Zucker is elected to the Board of Trustees
- October 14 – Faculty members Robin Metz and Lance Factor and alumni William Colby, Michael Martin, and Joseph Moore hold a panel discussion on death and end-of-life issues in Kresge
- October 31 – The Chicago play Anna Karenina, which is directed by Elizabeth Carlin-Metz and has 19 alumni in the cast and crew, has its run extended
Miscellaneous Events[edit]
References[edit]
NOTE: Much of the event information listed comes from Knox's online news archive, which is accessible here.
