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Exhibitions & Events: Past Events

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

November 20, 2013 - 6:00pm

Unrest: Founding of the Cal State Northridge Chicana/o Studies Department

Unrest captures the undeniable spirit of a courageous few who – against all odds – fought to create an institution of pride and education from which the largest department of its kind was formed.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

November 8, 2013 - 11:30am

Hiding in a Cave of Trunks

Against an impressive historical background, China-born Ester Benjamin Shifren relates the saga of her family’s century-long existence in Shanghai, and details the culture and tribulations of the colorful multi-ethnic population.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

October 28, 2013 - 4:00pm

José Coutinho

José Pereira Coutinho, the only directly elected member of the Macau Legislative Assembly, will be speaking about China’s “One Country, Two Systems” policy on Macau and Hong Kong.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

October 22, 2013 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm

Speed Career Mentoring

Students are invited to meet with math, science and engineering professionals at this year’s WISE networking event.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

October 16, 2013 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

5th Annual Research Fellows Colloquium logo

Come hear our distinguished faculty speak about their research!

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

September 12, 2013 - 10:00am

Archiving the Unspeakable

The Khmer Rouge ruled Cambodia for less than four years. In their brief but devastating rule, approximately 1.7 million people died from untreated disease, starvation, and execution. For many, the regime’s brutality has come to be symbolized by a series of black-and-white mug shots taken at the notorious Tuol Sleng prison, where thousands of “enemies of the state” were tortured before being sent to the Killing Fields. Based on a soon-to-be published book, this talk will trace the social life of these photographs through the lens of archival studies, arguing that these images are records first and foremost and that archival institutions are playing a key role in preserving and providing context to these records.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

August 15, 2013 - 9:00am to 4:00pm

All About Copyright

This workshop will begin with the history and evolution of Copyright Law, from the Statute of Anne to the TEACH act and will examine current copyright considerations for the upcoming myCSUNtablet initiative. We’ll discuss in detail the types of materials covered by Copyright, the “Bundle of Rights,” Copyright term limits, the Public Domain, and Orphan works. We’ll review the statutory exceptions to copyright law, particularly those pertinent to the library enterprise. A particular focus will be lent to the Fair Use exception, with exercises on applying the “Four Factor Test” when making Fair Use determinations.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

April 3, 2013 - 9:30am to 4:00pm

Revolution of Knowledge: the Digital Order of Things

The Oviatt Library and Academic Affairs present Revolution of Knowledge: the Digital Order of Things.  Lunch is included.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

March 14, 2013 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm

 WISE presents STEM: Education Challenges and Career Opportunities

Come to our PI Day Celebration where you will hear from our panel of scientists, engineers, educators and “workforce development” representative who will share insights into careers in science, computer technology, engineering and math.

University Library - Jack & Florence Ferman Presentation Room

March 10, 2013 - 2:00pm

Seamanship and Settlement

Join us to celebrate some 500 years of Portuguese maritime skill, daring exploration, and mutual cultural influence with China as exemplified by magnificent photographs of the N.R.P. Sagres, which has roamed the world’s oceans as the Portugues Navy’s school ship, and of the historic architecture of the port city of Macau, the first enduring point of contact between China and the West.