Quinnipiac’s continuing commitment to uplift neighboring communities through civic engagement, partnership and scholarship has earned a prestigious 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. The national distinction has been awarded to Quinnipiac through 2032. Learn more
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MAT students to receive up to 50% off tuition by partnering with local school districts School of Communications alumni have Patriots’ Super Bowl run covered from every angle Alumnus’ compassionate care inspires Marguerite I. Boissard Memorial Scholarship Fund at the School of Nursing Computer science students and professor present ransomware research at Las Vegas conference Off-campus students help neighbors shovel out after major snowstorm Join the ‘We Love Quinnipiac’ tour across the country Marinov, men’s ice hockey blanks St. Lawrence in 7-0 win Women’s basketball downs Fairfield to become the only undefeated team in conference Monroe’s double-double helps lift men’s basketball over Fairfield 61% of voters think the Trump administration has not given an honest account of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, Quinnipiac national poll finds
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ICYMI: Four Bobcats Earn Spots at the Olympics

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Quinnipiac will be well represented on the ice at the 2026 Winter Olympics. First-year forward Jade Barbirati ’29 will represent Team France, and Kati Tabin ’20 and Devon Toews ’17 will represent Team Canada. Women’s ice hockey assistant coach Brent Hill has also been named to the U.S. Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey staff. Learn more
Top Highlights From the Coming Week
Here are just a few of the many things happening throughout the next week at Quinnipiac: Thursday, February 5 at 8:40 a.m.: Winter Olympics Watch Party at OISS Thursday, February 5 at 12:30 p.m.: Strategic Visioning Session (Mount Carmel Campus) Thursday, February 5 at 12:30 p.m.: QU in NYC Information Session Thursday, February 5 at 12:45 p.m.: How to Get Your Start Working in the Music Industry Thursday, February 5 at 2:30 p.m.: Strategic Visioning Session (North Haven Campus) Thursday, February 5 at 7 p.m.: Men’s Basketball versus Canisius Thursday, February 5 at 8 p.m.: New Semester, New Mindset Thursday, February 5 at 9:15 p.m.: QU in LA Information Session Friday, February 6 at 6 p.m.: Indigenous Student Union Movie Night: ‘Avatar’ Friday, February 6 at 7 p.m.: Men’s Ice Hockey versus Brown Friday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons Club DM Engagement Fair Saturday, February 7 at 12 p.m.: Best Buddies Super Bowl Party Saturday, February 7 at 2 p.m.: Men’s Basketball versus Niagara Saturday, February 7 at 7 p.m.: Men’s Ice Hockey versus Yale | Game Watch Parties Set for Across U.S. Saturday, February 7 at 9 p.m.: Throwbacks Trivia Sunday, February 8 at 6 p.m.: Super Bowl Watch Party Tuesday, February 10 at 12:30 p.m.: Unfiltered Comm-versations: Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl Tuesday, February 10 at 12:30 p.m.: The Research Policies Committee Presents: Submitting Grant Proposals & The IRB Approval Process Tuesday, February 10 at 12:30 p.m.: Room Selection Information Session Tuesday, February 10 at 12:30 p.m.: Career Resource Pop-Up Tuesday, February 10 at 2 p.m.: Working at the NY Islanders Tuesday, February 10 at 5 p.m.: QU Pitch Competition Info Session Tuesday, February 10 at 8:30 p.m.: Galentine’s Bingo Tuesday, February 10 at 9:15 p.m.: Valentine’s Day Card Making for a Local Nursing Home Wednesday, February 11 at 12 p.m.: QU in DC Semester and Seminar Programs Info Session Wednesday, February 11 at 3 p.m.: Spring Law Career Networking Fair Session Wednesday, February 11 at 5 p.m.: Dessert Charcuterie Boards Wednesday, February 11 at 6 p.m.: Virtual Transfer Information Session Wednesday, February 11 at 6:30 p.m.: Valentine’s Bingo and Card Making with Old Friends and New Wednesday, February 11 at 8:30 p.m.: Self Care Night with QU Active Wednesday, February 11 at 9 p.m.: Galentine’s Day See the full listing and get all the details at calendar.qu.edu. To learn more about Common Hour, visit QU.edu/commonhour
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There’s still time to register for Inner Climate: Rediscovering Connections, tonight’s Climate Week NYC event that goes deeepr than data to explore the emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of climate engagement.

Featuring Dr. Kate Marvel, Dr. Kritee Kanko, Jody Sperling, and Carey Russell!

And don’t miss our follow-on workshops with some of our speakers, where they’ll take us deeper into the themes being explored tonight:

On Friday, September 26, Buddhist priest and former climate scientist Kritee Kanko will share her holistic approach to environmental engagement to help us work through anxienty, grief, and rage in the face of the overlapping crises we face.

On Saturday, September 27, world-renowed choreographer Jody Sperling will lead an interactive workshop on ecokinetics, a dance practice cultivating the relationship between humans and ecological systems. People of all ages and abilities welcome!

On Saturday, October 4, master naturalist and dendrologist Carey Russell will lead a tree workshop and tour of Central Park, showing how a basic knowledge of trees can help us develop a closer relationship to the incredible life around and above us.

We hope you’ll join us!

Inner Climate

Thursday, September 25, 2025 7:00 PM

Inner Climate: Rediscovering Connections • Climate Week NYC

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Adler Hall at The New York Society for Ethical Culture

Friday, September 26, 2025 10:00 AM

IC Workshop w/ Kritee Kanko: ‘Islands of Belonging in a Sea of Chaos’

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New York Society for Ethical Culture

Saturday, September 27, 2025 11:00 AM

IC Workshop with Jody Sperling: ‘Ecokinetics: Dancing Your Inner Climate’

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New York Society for Ethical Culture

Saturday, October 4, 2025 10:00 AM

IC Workshop w/ Carey Russell: Central Park Tree Identification for Everyone

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ESG Today: 84% of companies keeping or accelerating climate targets, PwC study finds, and more…

The vast majority of public companies are either retaining or ramping up their climate commitments, with companies found to be more than twice as likely to be increasing their emissions reduction goals than decelerating them, according to a new study released by professional services firm PwC, based on data from climate research provider and environmental disclosure platform CDP.

The study also found that the practice of setting climate goals is progressing down the value chain as companies increase engagement efforts, with smaller companies representing a growing proportion of those introducing new targets.

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Today’s guest post:

Clean Energy in the Age of AI – Striking the Right Balance

By: Roy Bedlow, Chief Executive and Founder of Low Carbon

Also in today’s news (links at bottom):

• Lululemon Partners with Biotech Company ZymoChem to Scale Use of Sustainable Materials in Products
• Fidelity International Raises Over $330 Million for Climate-Focused Real Estate Fund
• theion Raises €15 Million for Low Cost Alternative to Lithium Batteries
• and more…

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Morning Meeting with Paul Zak Jay Suites Times Square Location 1441 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Room D, New York, NY
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2017 9:00 AM EST
Join us for a morning of learning, networking and a mastermind. CEO Clubs of America’s Guest Speaker Paul J. Zak. Zak, is the founding Director of the Center for Neuroeconomics Studies and an internationally recognized expert on the neuroscience of high engagement. In 2004, his lab was the first to discover the connection between Oxycontin, a “feel good” chemical produced by the brain, and the experience of trusting others and being deemed trustworthy in return. “Think of Oxycontin as the biological basis for the Golden Rule,” Zak explains. “Trust is part of our evolutionary old repertoire of social behaviors.”
Zak’s talk today will address companies twisting themselves into knots to empower and challenge their employees. They’re anxious about the sad state of engagement, and rightly so, given the value they’re losing. In Trust Factor: The Science of Creating High-Performance Companies he shows that building a culture of trust is what makes a meaningful difference. Employees in high-trust organizations are more productive, have more energy at work, collaborate better with their colleagues, and stay with their employers longer than people working at low-trust companies. They also suffer less chronic stress and are happier with their lives, and these factors fuel stronger performance. This talk will explain how to measure and manage your company’s culture for high-trust and high-performance…

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Apollo Theater Extends Legacy with Launch of Public Phase

$10 Million Raised to-date for Local, National, and Int’l Programs and

New Initiatives in Development

Apollo’s marks 80^th Anniversary Season with a variety of programs showcasing emerging artists and celebrating Apollo legends through a contemporary lens, including:

International Tour of Apollo Theater production, James Brown: Get on the Good Foot

Second annual Africa Now! Festival, celebrating today’s African music scene

Fourth year of Apollo Music Café series, presenting up-and-coming musicians
working in an underground music scene and across genres

Live Wire discussion series exploring Black Style on Stage and Harlem’s Music Legacy: Afro Latin Jazz

The Salon Series, a new works incubation initiative, featuring residency and performances
by Breakin’ Convention artist Jonzi D

Apollo Theater Launches Amateur Night Song Competition, a Contest to
Compose a New Theme Song for the Theater’s Signature Program

Apollo’s Annual Spring Gala to Celebrate Institution’s 80^th Birthday will be held June 10, 2014,

Featuring Performances by Smokey Robinson, Natalie Cole, and The Isley Brothers,

Hosted by Wayne Brady

The Apollo Theater today announced the public phase of a $20 million campaign to extend the institution’s role in fostering artistic innovation and in building appreciation of American culture around the world.  The Apollo has already raised $10 million towards the $20 million goal of its 21^st Century Apollo Campaign with support from the Ford Foundation; Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone;

Time Warner, Inc.; Citi; the Peter Jay Sharp Foundation; and the Apollo Board of Directors; among others.

The Apollo has initiated a range of new programs that support the work of emerging artists, deepen its engagement with its audiences, and expand the Theater’s reach nationally and internationally.  The 21^st Century Apollo Campaign supports the growth of these initiatives—including the Africa Now! Festival, Apollo Club Harlem, and the institution’s first dance production, James Brown: Get on the Good Foot.

The funds from the 21^st Century Apollo Campaign will be used to sustain and expand the Theater’s programming and also its education and community offerings—including the Uptown Hall series, which presents discussions on cultural and civic issues important to the Harlem community and a range of programs for local school children and families.  The Campaign will also establish a reserve fund that will invest in the development of new artistic and civic programs, ensuring the Apollo remains a vital cultural center and an artistic and economic cornerstone of Harlem and greater New York.

For the first time in its history the Apollo will present an international tour of its original production James Brown: Get on the Good Foot—A Celebration in Dance. An Apollo dance presentation showcasing Brown’s influence on choreography and music, the production includes new works commissioned from choreographers around the globe.  James Brown: Get on the Good Foot is currently touring the U.S. and will begin touring internationally in February 2015, and be presented in cities in Germany, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.  Additional information about the tour will be announced in the coming months.

Additionally, the Apollo Theater’s signature program, Amateur Night, will soon have a new theme song.  Reflecting both the evolution of the show and its enduring relevance as a catalyst for developing and discovering new talent, the Amateur Night Song Competition challenges musicians from across the country to compose a song that captures the vitality of the show that has launched countless legendary artists since 1934—from Ella Fitzgerald in its very first year to recent winners Machine Gun Kelly, NUMBERS, Matthew Hashimoto, Moses Harper,Matthew Whitaker, and Nathan Foley—and continues to be one of the nation’s most important training grounds for performing artists.  The competition is open through February 27, 2014.  The contest’s final winner will be chosen—in Amateur Night tradition—by the cheers and boos of the show’s audience on April 30, 2014.  More about the competition is available at amateurnight.org/song.

“As we look toward the Apollo’s future, we are continuing to build on our unparalleled legacy of discovering new talent and providing platforms for emerging artists to continue evolving so many of the genres that have been nurtured on our stages,” said Jonelle Procope, President and CEO of the Apollo Theater.  “On behalf of the thousands of artists, audience and community members the Apollo serves every day of every year, I’d like to thank everyone who has supported our 21^st Century Apollo Campaign to-date, helping ensure a bright and exciting future for the Apollo Theater.”

“As we ask ourselves the question, ‘What’s next?’ we are so proud to continue expanding the work on our stages beyond the music we’re best known for—to dance, theater, comedy, spoken word, and cultural debate—and to bring this work from our home in Harlem to audiences around the nation and the world,” said Mikki Shepard, the Apollo Theater’s Executive Producer. “The Apollo serves as a home for artists at all points in their careers—a place where some of our greatest artists return time and again to hone their craft, and where audiences discover new talent almost every week.”

The Apollo Theater’s signature program, Amateur Night, is also marking eight decades of launching legends.  The season kick-off edition of the show, held the evening of January 29^th, features special guest Doug E. Fresh and honors artist Chuck Jackson with a plaque on the Apollo’s Walk of Fame.  Mr. Jackson joins Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder, and Chaka Khan, among others.

APOLLO THEATER SPRING GALA

The Apollo Theater’s Annual Spring Gala will be held the evening of Tuesday, June 10, proceeds from which support the nonprofit theater’s year-round programming.  Comedian Wayne Bradywill return as host for the event, which this year, in honor of the Theater’s 80^th anniversary, spotlights eight decades of artistic innovation on the Apollo stage.  BNY Mellon will be honored for its support of the Apollo, with Chairman and CEO Gerald L. Hassell accepting the Theater’s Corporate Award on the company’s behalf.  Apollo Board of Directors Chairman Richard D. Parsons will also be honored for his longstanding service to the Theater.  Legends Natalie Cole, The Isley Brothers, and Smokey Robinson will perform, alongside some of contemporary music’s brightest stars. Additional artists and details will be announced in the coming months.

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Bank offerings are cited as providing the biggest ‘bang for your buck’ when it comes to everyday services

GUEST:  JOHN ROSENFELD – EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF RETAIL DEPOSITS PRODUCT FOR TD BANK

BACKGROUND:
When considering the overall value provided by services that involve a bill or fee, a poll released recently by TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank^®, finds over half of consumers (57%) cite day-to-day banking as providing the greatest value for their investment. This is relative to other services including, telephone/mobile phone (19%), cable/satellite television (19%) and financial advice (5%). 

Convenience Is Key – The TD Bank poll reveals that when it comes to value provided by their checking accounts and day-to-day banking needs convenience reigns supreme. The top elements considered to be the most valuable include: · Easy online banking (62%) · Convenient bank store locations (47%) · Convenient ATMs (45%) · Options for no, or reduced fees (41%)

Men vs. Women – Men are more likely to note easy online banking (63%) and convenient ATMs (46%) as the most valuable elements to their checking accounts. On the other hand, women cite convenient bank hours (30%) and branch locations (52%) as the most valuable. 

Banking on Your Watch – Online banking is the most frequent banking activity. Respondents noted going online to manage their finances an average of five times per month. According to the poll, consumers would like to visit banks in the evening or on weekends more than they currently do (30% versus 19%).

John Rosenfeld, Executive Vice President of Retail Deposits Product for TD Bank will be available for interview on XXX and will explain the survey results and how customers can take better control of their finances. 

SUGGESTED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS INCLUDE:

· What were the results of the survey?

· How can consumers take better control of their finances?

· Does gender make a difference in banking activities?

· What is the important factor consumers need to consider when choosing a bank?

· What can someone do if they’re unhappy with their banks choices?

· Where can our listeners go to find out more information? 

MORE ABOUT JOHN ROSENFELD:

John Rosenfeld is Executive Vice President of Retail Deposits Product for TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank Prior to joining TD Bank in September,2010, Rosenfeld was managing director, online engagement at TD AMERITRADE.  In that role, he was responsible for the online client experience and all engagement activities through their online channel.  He also managed the online, social media and mobile strategies for TD AMERITRADE.  He is noted for leveraging a virtual investment consultant (Avatar) to generate over $300 million in net new assets and over $3.5 million in revenue and cost savings in the first year of operation. Before entering the financial services industry, Rosenfeld worked with General Electric Aircraft Engines, where he was their first e-Commerce leader.  He has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont.

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