Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU
When: 9/9/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Targeting particularly first-year students and the politically confused, this instructive and blunt discussion on the major political viewpoints in American politics will feature College Democrats, College Republicans and Students Fostering Conservative Thought. The objective: to provide a clear view of their ideologies and agendas. Political dialogue should enable attendees to identify and/or better assess their position in the political and ideological spectrum. Door prizes and complimentary pizza will be provided.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/PoliticsandaPint.htm

Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU
When: 9/16/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Celebrating the Constitution, and its 21st Amendment, this will be a conversation with political science professor Neal Allen and other faculty members in the context of Constitution Day. Cosponsored by the Student Pre-Law Society
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/PoliticsandaPint.htm

Where: Stephen B. Humphrey Theater, SJU
When: 9/23/2009 7:30 PM
"America: Our Next Chapter: Tough Questions....Straight Answers" with guest speaker Senator Chuck Hagel. This will be the third annual Eugene J. McCarthy Lecture sponsored by the Eugene J. McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement. The lectureship carries McCarthy's deep commitment to the ideals and principles of democratic self-government. It seeks to inspire a new generation of young people to pursue fresh ideas, to challenge the status quo, to effect positive change in their communities and like McCarthy himself, to lead with honesty, integrity and courage.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/

Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU
When: 9/29/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Professors Sophia Geng (Asian Studies) and Paul Marsnik (Management) share their experience-based insights on China and its historic momentum. Co-sponsored by the International Affairs Club and the Economics Club.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/PoliticsandaPint.htm

Where: Quadrangle, SJU; 264
When: 10/6/2009 7:00 PM
"Is the media 'Fairness Doctrine' Fair?" a lecture by David Rehr '81, President and former CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters, Quad 264, SJU, 7PM

This event is sponsored by Mark Kennedy Frontiers of Freedom Lecture Series of The Eugene J. McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/

Where: Stephen B. Humphrey Theater, SJU
When: 10/9/2009 8:00 PM
What is it about the monastic endeavor that touches the heart of the Gospel? How does monasticism hold the treasure of tradition and the power of the spirit at work in the 21st century? S. Joan Chittister, OSB will unpack these questions in an inspirational and prophetic lecture on "Monasticism as Radical Christianity."

This lecture is FREE and open to the public
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/

Where: Art Building, SJU; Lecture Hall
When: 10/14/2009 7:30 PM
Join us for readings, book signing and conversation in honor of Carol Connolly’s most recent book of poetry- All This and More. Carol Connolly is the Poet Laureate of St. Paul and a regular contributor to Minnesota Law and Politics. This event is hosted by Star Tribune columnist and McCarthy Center Senior Fellow, Nick Coleman and Mark Conway, poet and director of the Literary Arts Institute, College of Saint Benedict.

Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU
When: 10/15/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Featuring Minnesota's current Secretary of State, who in 2008 was named as the Most Valuable State Official in the United States by The Nation magazine and Politician of the Year by Politics in Minnesota--a leading public affairs news service. Mr. Ritchie will touch base on some of his office responsibilities such as the provision of notary public and business services, voter registration and elections administration, and the development of the Minnesota Legislative Manual. Co-sponsored by the Pre-Law Society.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/PoliticsandaPint.htm

Where: Quadrangle, SJU; 170 (Alumni Lounge)
When: 10/25/2009 5:00 PM
Networking trainer, alum, and current CEO, Marcus Genzlinger (’95), wants to see you succeed!
Learn the basics of networking success, how to cover networking at different types of events, and how to prepare to make a positive, lasting impression with everyone you meet.
Please direct all questions to Gabe Harren gjharren@csbsju.edu
This event is being sponsored by the SJU Alumni Office.
Space is limited so if you wish to attend, please click the link below to RSVP
https://www.csbsju.edu/forms/T5J6NXFD0BUJKZDMDYRKSMH07JUIB9.aspx

Where: Quadrangle, SJU; 264
When: 10/27/2009 7:30 PM
Joleen Steyn Kotze, Professor of Political Science, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, "The Significance of the Victory of Jacob Zuma in the 2009 South African Elections," Sponsored by Global Awareness Lecture Series, International Affairs Club and The Eugene J. McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement 7:30 p.m., Quad 264, SJU (contact Gary Prevost)

Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU
When: 10/28/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Modern democracy was born along with mass-circulation newspapers. Public deliberation requires a public, and newspapers created an informed and politically-active public. But today newspapers face a difficult future, as advertising migrates to the Internet, news organizations cut staff and resources, and younger voters free-ride the web. Can newspapers (in paper or online form) still fulfill their public role in a democracy? Are there alternatives to newspapers that can fulfill that same role? Join us as we look into the future of newspapers, the internet, and democracy.

Panelists:
James Read, Department of Political Science, CSB/SJU
Kathleen Hansen, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Minnesota
Katie Johnson, Communication Department, CSB/SJU
Nick Coleman, Senior Fellow, McCarthy Center for Public Policy, and award-winning columnist for the Minneapolis Star-Tribune

http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/PoliticsandaPint.htm

Where: Off-Campus
When: 11/4/2009 8:00 AM
Student Conference on United States Affairs
November 4-7, 2009
United States Military Academy, West Point
The theme for 2009 is:
“SCUSA 61: Advancing as a Global Community Amidst Scarcity and Instability.”


This conference is designed to provide a premiere educational experience for student delegates offering the opportunity to interact both individually and in group settings with foreign policy experts and to learn from each other. The goal is that when delegates depart West Point, they do so with a greater understanding of the complexities surrounding foreign policy development. In addition, the conference provides an outstanding forum for the development of networking relations that will prove to be valuable resources for participants for many years to come. Last year, SCUSA 60 involved 251 students from 125 schools throughout the United States and Canada and 49 international delegates representing 25 countries. Additionally, 52 United States Military Academy cadets participated as delegates and approximately 100 cadets assisted in organization, logistics and administration of the conference.

Congratulations to Valentin Sierra and Nicole Hochsprung for being delegates from CSB/SJU to the 2009 Student Conference on United States Affairs

Where: Simons Hall, SJU; 136
When: 11/4/2009 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a McCarthy Center Luncheon…
Welcoming Diplomat in Residence: Richard Virden
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Stop in any time between 11 a.m. – 1p.m. in the McCarthy Center,
136 Simons Hall, SJU
As always, be prepared for good food, lively conversations and great company!

If you have any questions please contact:
Stacy Penk at spenk@csbsju.edu or 363-3266

Register online using the link provided below:

http://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/virden.aspx

Where: Alumni Lounge, SJU; Quad
When: 11/11/2009 7:15 PM
The McCarthy Center and the CSB/SJU Prism club are cosponsoring a conversation with a member from the Log Cabin Republicans about what Log Cabin Republicans are, how they reconcile their beliefs with being conservative, and about what they have done as an organization.

Where: Alumni Lounge, SJU
When: 11/11/2009 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
The Log Cabin Republicans of Minnesota are a dedicated group of conservative Republicans who realize that having a small government and personal freedom means allowing GLBT people to live their own lives. From within the GOP LCR's have worked to bring about GLBT equality demonstrated by having the only pending lawsuit against Don't Ask, Don't Tell. LCR's dispel the widely held sterotype that just because you are GLBT or an Ally you have to be a Democrat. Membership of this group is on the rise.

Where: Brother Willie’s Pub, SJU; Sexton Commons
When: 11/12/2009 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Lieutenant Colonel James C. Fischer will lead a discussion on whether U.S. policy toward Afghanistan should focus on counterinsurgency operations—securing the Afghan population, helping to provide basic services, and thus strengthening support for the government—or whether it is preferable to devote most resources to going after al Qaeda terrorists directly.

Where: Sacred Heart Chapel, CSB
When: 11/14/2009 5:00 PM
For the past eight years, a “Red Mass” has occurred at the College of St. Benedict. The McCarthy Center for Public Policy and Civic Engagement partners with the CSB Alumnae Office in offering students an opportunity to participate in the mass.
The judicial year in many jurisdictions around the world is traditionally opened with a Red Mass.
The celebration of the Mass is designed to provide judges, lawyers, civic leaders and academics of all faiths the opportunity to reflect on the powers and responsibilities that are part of their offices.
The Red Mass name comes from the red vestments and garments that early legal participants wore on this occasion.
Trial attorney Susan Holden will be honored with this year's Fidelis Apparitor Award.
https://www.csbsju.edu/mccarthycenter/events/red_mass.htm