Australia will let fully-vaccinated travelers coming from Singapore to enter the states of New South Wales and Victoria without having to quarantine from Nov. 21.
The move follows Singapore announcing on Oct. 26 that it would allow quarantine-free entry for visitors arriving from Australia as well as Switzerland from Nov. 8, adding to a list of about 10 countries with which it has so-called vaccinated travel lanes.
It's no secret that Astros third baseman Alex Bregman has been struggling throughout this postseason. But the Braves organist decided to kick him while he was down in Game 5 of the World Series on Sunday and Bregman immediately responded.
The two-time All Star, who was Houston's No. 3 hitter, is just one for 14 in the World Series and is now the team's No. 7 batter. Atlanta's organist decided to poke the bear and played the Tom Petty classic "Free Fallin" before he stepped to the plate to reflect his demotion.
If history has taught us anything, it's taught us you should let sleeping giants lie. Bregman doubled to right field to end his frigid streak and brought Yuli Gurriel home for the score after the ill attempt at trolling.
The RBI double cut the deficit to three runs in the top of the second inning and after a sac fly from catcher Martin Maldonado the Astros went into the third frame down 4–2.
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When Farhan Zaidi addressed Kris Bryant's upcoming free agency following the Giants' season, he didn't exactly stand on the table and beg for Bryant to sign with San Francisco. Instead, he had an extremely truthful response.
"I'm sure we'll have conversations there, but he's going to have a long line of suitors, so we'll just have to see how that develops," Zaidi, the Giants' president of baseball operations, said.
That raised a lot of eyebrows, but it shouldn't. Bryant is a Scott Boras client and will take his time to find the best deal possible. On Thursday, Zaidi further explained how he sees Bryant and Boras treating the offseason.
"I don't expect anything to happen quickly," Zaidi said on KNBR. "Obviously we have a lot of interest in bringing him back, but we'll have to respect how that process plays out and continue to be in touch with Scott Boras on Kris and a number of his other clients that are headed for free agency."
The Giants acquired Bryant at the MLB trade deadline from the Chicago Cubs for prospect Caleb Kilian and Alexander Canario. In 51 regular-season games, Bryant hit .262 with seven home runs and a .788 OPS. But in the National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, he couldn't have been much better.
Bryant hit .471 with one home run and had a 1.147 OPS.
While a September slump hurt him at the plate, Bryant's ability to play multiple positions was a major key for manager Gabe Kapler. He played third base and all three outfield positions for the Giants. In the NLDS, Bryant played first base for the Giants for the first time in Game 3 and also spent time in left, center and right field.
In the end, his versatility could wind up being both a good and bad thing for the Giants.
"There's a lot of teams that would love to have him and part of what made him such a great fit for us is his versatility, which only broadened his market," Zaidi said. "It's not like he's only gonna be a target for teams looking for a third baseman or a first baseman or a corner outfielder."
Zaidi believes Bryant enjoyed San Francisco, his teammates and his coaches. He made a big impact when it mattered most. The question now is, will Bryant return to the Bay for the long haul?
"The fit is there but he's earned the right to go through the process," Zaidi said of Bryant's upcoming decision in free agency.
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The New England Patriots heat out to the West Coast this weekend to take on the Los Angeles Chargers in a battle between rising stars at quarterback. Patriots rookie Mac Jones has been a bright spot for the offense this season and has been raising expectations. However, Jones will have a tall task in matching his counterpart on the opposite sideline, reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year Justin Herbert. The Patriots will be looking to get back to .500 with Sunday’s game as they take on a potential contender in a 4-2 Chargers team.
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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Other than the sunny weather he left behind, a year later Hunter Henry is feeling just fine about his decision to leave the Los Angeles Chargers to join the New England Patriots.
As the tight end prepares to head to California to face his former team this week, Henry said he only has good memories about the franchise that drafted him in 2016.
“Obviously, they gave me an opportunity in this league, took a chance on me and drafted me,” Henry said Wednesday. “So I’ll always have a lot of appreciation for them. Who knows where I would be?”
Henry spent his first five years with the Chargers, moving with them from San Diego to Los Angeles in his second season. He was a key contributor to offenses led by Philip Rivers and then last year by Justin Herbert.
Henry’s consistency — 115 catches and nine touchdowns combined in 2019 and 2020 — attracted the attention of the Patriots, who lured him away in free agency.
Injuries contributed to him getting off to a slow start in New England. He caught 10 passes for 109 yards and no touchdowns in his first three games.
But since then he’s found a groove, catching a touchdown pass in four straight games. Henry is within striking distance of the team record for consecutive games with a TD catch, held by Rob Gronkowski (six in 2011).
He’s also been active on special teams, making a key block during the opening kickoff last week against the Jets after New York had tried to confuse the Patriots by kicking into the sun.
Henry’s block freed up Gunner Olszewski for a 31-yard return. The Patriots turned the good field position into the first of five straight scoring drives in a 54-13 rout.
“It’s little things like that that Hunter does that are really kind of, they’re little things that become big things,” coach Bill Belichick said.
It’s a new role for Henry, but one he said he’s been embracing.
“I have not done a ton of reps in kickoff return, but when my number’s called I try to do as much as I can for this team,” he said.
“I’m just trying to win football games. If that means being on kickoff return, whatever they’re gonna call on me to do I’m just gonna try to execute on a high level.”
For the second straight season, Henry finds himself in the position of helping a franchise break in a rookie quarterback. He developed a good rapport last season with Herbert, who threw for 4,336 yards and 31 TDs.
This year, Henry is enjoying what’s quickly becoming a standout first NFL season for Mac Jones.
Henry acknowledged it was difficult parting ways with Herbert, mainly because of the friendship they built away from the field.
“I enjoyed my time with Justin,” Henry said. “Excited to see his success last year and then it continue this year. So there were parts of it that were hard, but I’m excited for the new journey and now opportunity here. Once Mac came in I was excited to continue to grow with him.”
By Chris Bavender
The Heart and Soul Free Clinic’s Gratitude Gala is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at Lucas Estate in Carmel.
“The purpose of the gala is to celebrate the hard work and effort that the clinic staff, volunteers and supporters provide for the clinic patients throughout the year,” said Lisa Zouvelos Kreag, executive director of the Heart and Soul Free Clinic. “As an extra bonus, the event will be a fundraiser. The clinic is funded by grants, donors and fundraisers.”
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Heart and Soul Free Clinic was founded in 2009 by Sandy Kirsch and was originally in downtown Westfield. It moved to its current location at 17338 Westfield Park Rd., Suite 1, in 2018. The current space allowed the clinic to add services such as women’s health and mental health Services in 2020. The clinic also has an RV outfitted as a mobile clinic that travels to various location to provide medical care. The Heart and Soul Free Clinic provides free medical, dental and mental health care.
“The mission of Heart and Soul Clinic is to provide the highest quality health care to our uninsured and underinsured neighbors in central Indiana, regardless of their social, cultural and economic status,” Zouvelos Kreag said.
Zouvelos Kreag said the first gala was conducted in 2019 for the clinic’s 10th anniversary. In 2020, the gala was conducted virtually. This is the first year for the renamed Gratitude Gala.
“We would like attendees to understand the gratitude that the clinic patients for the clinic and the gratitude the clinic staff and volunteers have for all of the supporters of the clinic,” she said.
The Gratitude Gala will feature live music, dancing and a live and silent auction.
To attend of sponsor the Gratitude Gala, visit heartandsoul.ticket.qtego.net/tickets/list. Individual tickets are $150.
For a full list of Heart and Soul Free Clinic hours and services, visit heartandsoulclinic.org.
Several months ago, I began publishing a newsletter on emotional intelligence. My original goal was to build an online email course that I could then sell to my newsletter audience.
But then, I remembered a book I read a couple of years ago by Seth Godin named Unleashing the Ideavirus. The book is over 20 years old, but the concept was powerful:
Give away your best stuff for free, and it will spread.
I decided to give it a try. Instead of selling the online course to my newsletter audience, I gave it away to them for free.
As a result, my audience numbers exploded...and have led to some amazing opportunities. I get contacted regularly by people to let me know how much they appreciate my work...and others who want to hire me or license my content.
If you're using content to draw people into your work, I recommend you read Unleashing the Ideavirus. Godin initially released it for free to help prove his theory, and the ebook is still available for free on his website.
Godin recommends you begin with an "idea manifesto," a powerful, logical essay that assembles a bunch of existing ideas and creates a new one.
"As long as you can use your manifesto to change the way people think, talk, or act...you can create value," writes Godin.
Once you have your manifesto, there's a basic process to follow in spreading your ideavirus. Here's a brief breakdown of the main points, and why they're so powerful today.
"If it's not worth talking about, it won't get talked about," writes Godin.
It's as simple as that.
Sneezers are those people who are far more likely to spread your idea than others.
"Sneezers are at the core of any ideavirus," he writes. "Sneezers are the ones who when they tell ten or twenty or 100 people--people believe them."
A hive is a very targeted audience. Godin encourages identifying "a hive that has a problem and has the right concentration of sneezers, the right amplified networking, the right high velocity of communication and, most of all, an appropriate vacuum."
The ideavirus won't reach its full potential until you dominate your hive.
Expose your idea to the right people, and do whatever you need to do to get those people deep into the experience of the idea as quickly as possible. Instead of charging them to experience your idea, Godin even encourages paying them if necessary, especially at the beginning.
"You've got to decide what you want the sneezers to say to the population," writes Godin. "If you don't decide, either they'll decide for you and say something less than optimal, or they won't even bother to spend the time."
Make it easy for sneezers to spread the idea. Can you give me a way to share the idea with one click? Can you let me join your affiliate program in sixty seconds or less?
Reward those who are willing to share.
Your goal, says Godin, is to get attention, then build a more reliable, permanent chain of communication. Through that communication chain, you can further enhance this idea and launch new ideas more quickly and effectively--this time under your control.
If you can amaze your audience enough, they will naturally reinforce the virus and keep it growing.
Anyone remember the Cabbage Patch Kids? How about fidget spinners? Godin says the simplest reason some viruses burn out more quickly than others is that marketers get greedy and forget that a short-term virus is not the end of the process, it's the beginning.
"By nurturing the attention you receive, you can build a self-reinforcing virus that lasts and lasts and benefits all involved."
"Cats was a terrific success on Broadway," writes Godin. "But even great shows don't last forever."
"By understanding that the needs of the virus change over time (and that the benefits received change as well) the marketer can match expenditures to the highly leveraged moments."
Remember, an ideavirus follows a lifecycle. Ignore the lifecycle and the virus dies out. Feed it properly and you can ride it for a very, very long time.
So...do you have a great idea that you're looking to share? Do you have killer content that you're trying to figure out how to monetize?
Instead, I implore you to consider following Seth Godin's advice and give your best stuff away for free, instead. Do it right, and it'll open up a world of opportunity.
(Check out the free emotional intelligence course I built using Godin's advice, where each day for 10 days you get a rule designed to help you make emotions work for you, instead of against you.)
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DETROIT -- A new era of Detroit Pistons basketball is officially underway as No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham made his debut in Saturday's 110-103 win over the Orlando Magic.
Cunningham missed the entire preseason and the first four games of the regular season because of a sprained ankle suffered during training camp. He went through team drills on Friday before being cleared to play, but was under a minutes restriction of 20 to 25 minutes.
He had 2 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists in 18 minutes. His 2 points were the fewest scored in a No. 1 pick's NBA debut since Anthony Bennett in 2013, who also ended with 2 points.
However, he saw things differently from his perspective, notably coming off an injury.
"I think it was good. I feel like coming in, just being able to make some plays off the ball, get some rebounds. I felt like I was solid defensively," Cunningham said. "And, I mean those are the points that I really wanted to come out and just prove to myself that my ankle was straight and that I could move, guard and do everything else. So, I got all the jitters out now and now I can just go play free."
Cunningham said he felt anxious to finally hit the court after being sidelined for so long. His lone basket came off a gliding layup up the middle of the lane at 5:10 in the second quarter.
"I wouldn't say it was anything I didn't envision or I couldn't imagine it being like," Cunningham said. "But, whenever you step out there, it's always different than what you might've had in your head as far as once you get out there, all the time you spent trying to prepare your mind for it, once you get out there, you're still gonna feel the over-excitement of just wanting to play."
Cunningham called it tough to watch his teammates from the sideline, but he received support throughout the process.
His first game marks 40 years to the day after franchise legend Isiah Thomas made his Pistons debut with 31 points and 11 assists against the Milwaukee Bucks.
"What a coincidence and a pleasant surprise to be reminded of such great memories," Thomas told ESPN. "Truly unforgettable beginning with Detroit and the Pistons."
In winning their first game of the season, Detroit avoided its first 0-5 start since 2012-13. Pistons coach Dwane Casey also stressed that Cunningham shouldn't feel pressure to "save the day."
"Exactly what I thought, I knew it was gonna be rust, timing and just the whole thing," Casey said. "You can't go a month and come out and expect to play the way you want to play, but I liked the effort, the intensity he played with, the way he pushed the ball, moved the ball, tried to make the right decisions and that's what we needed, the ball movement."
Cunningham shot 1-for-8 from the field (12.5 percent). That is the second-worst field goal percentage by a No. 1 overall pick in his NBA debut in the Modern Draft Era (since 1966). Bennett shot 0-for-5 in his debut.
Although he'll be compared to previous top picks frequently, the Pistons rookie will try to create his own narrative in the league.
"You don't have to listen to everything. I mean, they could say it, but it's all about if I put my ears to it and really let it resonate with me," Cunningham said. "I try to keep my energy in the right place. I try to keep my head in the right place and so, my team, they know what they expect out of me, I know what I expect out of me, so that's all that's really mattering to me. People can say whatever they want, outside of that, but I probably won't hear it."
COLUMBUS, Ohio — No. 5 Ohio State will try to extend No. 20 Penn State’s losing streak to three games when the two teams meet on Saturday night in Columbus. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. Eastern.
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The Nittany Lions lost to Illinois, 20-18, in the first nine-overtime game in college football history. The Buckeyes are coming off a 54-7 blowout win vs. Indiana.
Who: No. 20 Penn State (5-2, 2-2 Big Ten) at No. 5 Ohio State (6-1, 4-0).
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Eastern.
Where: Ohio Stadium, Columbus (102,780).
TV: ABC.
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Latest line: Ohio State -18.5.
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Read some of what Nathan Baird of Cleveland.com wrote about how Ohio State freshman corner Denzel Burke could be key to slowing down Penn State star receiver Jahan Dotson.
Penn State receiver Jahan Dotson first seized the attention of the college football world one year ago this weekend against Ohio State.
Bobbling a contested ball down the sideline and securing the catch. Creating separation and making a one-handed grab. Winning inside position and hauling in a slant for a touchdown.
Demonstrating both skill and physicality, Dotson turned eight receptions into 144 yards and three touchdowns. That Halloween night performance started a conversation that continues as Saturday’s rematch with Ohio State looms. Might Dotson be the best receiver in the game?
“That was probably one of the best games of my career — a game I’ll never forget,” Dotson said. “To be honest, I’m trying to do the same this year, if not even better. That’s the mindset I was born with, raised with.”
Other than cornerback Sevyn Banks, Ohio State’s starting secondary has turned over almost completely since that night. Much of Dotson’s production came against Shaun Wade, now in the NFL. Marcus Hooker, the starting free safety that night, no longer plays consequential snaps. Cameron Brown was the nickel back at that stage and suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in that game.
Perhaps most importantly, Denzel Burke was still playing receiver for Scottsdale, Arizona’s Saguaro High School. The freshman grades out as OSU’s best corner this season according to Pro Football Focus. Yet he has not seen an opposing receiver of Dotson’s caliber, and his ongoing education includes a big midterm exam on Saturday.
“Dotson’s one of the better wide receivers in the country, and we’ve got to know where he is at all times,” OSU coach Ryan Day said. “They’re going to try to find ways to get him the ball for sure.
“However we go about doing that, that’s part of the schematic stuff we’ll work on this week. But we have to know exactly where he is.”
Dotson said he came home Monday night and spent three hours watching film. He was not looping those highlights from last season, though. He was trying to “get a good feel” for OSU. Which defensive backs will he match up against, what are their tendencies, and what coverages will the Buckeyes play?
He also took a football into the yard outside his house with his roommate, PSU edge defender Jesse Luketa, and recreated a catch he didn’t make last Saturday against Illinois. Dotson drew single coverage for a lob pass into the end zone in the first overtime and could not make the grab. Eight overtimes later, the Nittany Lions suffered their second straight loss.
“Plays like that haunt me,” Dotson said. “Plays like that where you know you don’t have a second chance, it’s your last opportunity in the game — plays like that stick with me, make me want to go even harder.”
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Pet owners can get free vaccines for their dogs or cats, while also getting a free COVID-19 vaccine, booster and/or flu vaccine on Saturday.
The Jacksonville Humane Society, Harveys Supermarket and Florida Blue will provide them.
From 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., the shots were available at the Harveys on Moncrief Road, where nearby resident Joy Singleton received her first dose of the Moderna vaccine while her pup got his shots.
“This is wonderful… this is a blessing. It’s so convenient,” said Singleton.
Free access to the vet is what brought residents Daniel and Kayleigh Fellenbaum out to the Moncrief Harveys with their dog.
“Not everybody can afford the excessive healthcare that some people can afford like the constant vet visits and everything. It’s like taking care of a kid just with extra legs,” said Kayleigh Fellenbaum
The shots will also be provided at 201 W. 48th St. from 2-5 p.m. Saturday.
Pet vaccinations include distemper and rabies for dogs and cats. Pet parents who get the vaccines themselves may be eligible for $20 in coupons from Harveys and if they dress their pet up in a Halloween costume, an extra $10 gift card.
A $20 city license fee for pets who receive the rabies vaccine may apply. For more information about the event, the only such event planned for the rest of the year, please visit jaxhumane.org or call 904-725-8766.
Free community college was among the first big proposals cut as Democrats battled to get President Joe Biden’s agenda down to size -- yet an analysis says dropping the $109 billion initiative carries a lasting economic cost.
The program, intended to address racial inequality in higher education, would have offered two years of tuition to community college students over the next five years. Proponents hoped the program would become permanent once enacted.
Marcus Semien
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The shortstop’s unselfish move to second base to accommodate 23-year-old Blue Jays star Bo Bichette did not impact Semien at the plate. He had a career year, batting .265 with an .873 OPS, 45 homers, 102 RBIs and 15 stolen bases and played in all 162 games. Semien, 31, ranked sixth among second basemen with seven outs above average, according to Baseball Savant.
Corey Seager connects for a two-run homer for the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLCS against Atlanta on Oct. 19.
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Seager heads a deep free-agent class of shortstops this winter. At 27, he’s slightly older than Carlos Correa and younger than the other marquee options at the position (Javier Báez, Trevor Story and Marcus Semien). He has a rookie of the year award, two All-Star game selections, two Silver Sluggers, a National League Championship Series MVP and a World Series MVP on his resume. He’s going to get paid.
Seager’s value comes from his bat. When healthy, he’s one of the most dangerous hitters in the majors. But injuries have plagued him. A fractured hand, followed by a hamstring injury during his rehab, limited him to 95 games this season. A strained left hamstring landed him on the injured list for nearly a month in 2019. He played in only 26 games in 2018 before undergoing Tommy John surgery.
Then there’s his future on defense. The consensus is Seager will not remain a shortstop for long. This season, his range and fielding balls with his backhand suffered. A move to third base appears imminent. That won’t stop his agent Scott Boras from seeking a $300-million deal.
The Dodgers offered Seager a contract extension earlier this year, according to people with knowledge of the situation. They would welcome a return. If he does re-sign, the Dodgers could move him to third base or keep him at shortstop and trade Trea Turner. The Dodgers acquired Turner along with Scherzer to play second base in 2021 and move to shortstop in 2022 if Seager left. Retaining Seager would open options.
Another possible factor in his market: His older brother Kyle, a third baseman, will be a free agent after 11 seasons with the Seattle Mariners.
Potential suitors: Dodgers, Yankees, Rangers, Cardinals, Nationals, Braves.
The Wellesley Free Library’s main building is slated to reopen on Saturday, Nov. 6 at 9am. The Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries will sponsor a free event from 11am-3pm that day featuring music, treats, a ribbon cutting, big puppets and children’s activities.
It’s been a long 6months for the 1,000+ daily visitors who count on the Wellesley Free Library’s main branch as an essential community resource. The 530 Washington St., location has been closed for a $2.8 million dollar renovation since April.
We recently got a sneak peek.
The 2 branch libraries have been open, along with a Temporary Main Library in Wellesley Square (now permanently closed).
The Main Library will resume regular operating hours starting Nov. 6.
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
The Hills and Fells Branch libraries will resume regular operating hours starting Nov. 7.
Hills:
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fells:
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Masks are required for patrons ages 5 and older.
NEW YORK -- James Harden was in his bag Friday night, dribbling, creating space, draining 3s and letting everyone know that he was starting to feel more like himself as he yelled out during a timeout while clenching his fists and flexing his arms.
Harden also was finally back at a place he knows well -- the free throw line. After going to the line a combined 15 times in his first five games, Harden went 16-for-19 from the stripe and scored a season-high 29 points to go with eight assists and eight rebounds to help the Nets take a 105-98 win over the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center.
This was, by far, Harden's best game of the season after getting off to a slow start and averaging 16.6 points entering Friday.
"It wasn't 30, obviously," said Harden, who admitted on Wednesday that his body and game aren't quite at the point where he can score 30 or 40 points a night. "I keep saying it -- every single game, I feel good, I feel better today, I continue to work on off days and non-game days, and on game days continue to get to the basket and shoot my shots.
"Nothing's gonna change. Eventually things are gonna happen where it's consistent and I'm out there playing [like] myself."
Earlier this week, Nets coach Steve Nash said he thought Harden had unfairly become the "poster boy" for this season's rules changes, with officials cracking down on "overt, abrupt or abnormal non-basketball moves" of ball handlers looking to draw fouls.
Before Friday night's game, Harden had not gone to the line more than four times in a game this season. But against the Pacers, he went to the line nine times in the second quarter alone, when he scored 13 points.
This was the 72nd game in his career in which Harden made at least 15 free throws, the most in NBA history, according to ESPN Stats & Information research.
"It was just me being aggressive," Harden said. "The first couple of games I wasn't aggressive. I was aggressive in spurts, but just trying to be aggressive for four quarters. I had that burst, that speed of getting to my spots, whether I was getting to the basket or shooting my shots. I felt pretty good out there for an entire game."
While Harden scored 21 points in the first half, Kevin Durant had 18 of his 22 points by halftime. Their 39 combined points were the most they have scored as Nets teammates in the first half.
The Nets, though, were fortunate to have Durant available in the fourth quarter. After play was stopped with a foul while Durant was driving, he fired the basketball into the stands with 4:40 remaining in the third quarter.
Crew chief Sean Wright told a pool reporter after the game that in real time, the official who made the call didn't think the ball entered the stands with force.
"After seeing the video postgame, we did see that the ball did go into the stands with force," Wright said. "And Kevin Durant should've been ejected."
Durant said he was trying to hit the backboard and shouldn't have even done that.
"I don't know, man, I thought I was at the gym by myself and in a pickup game, not an NBA game," Durant said of his lapse. "And I can't do that. I could have cost my team the game. But it won't happen again -- I hope so."
Durant added: "I didn't know you could get ejected over that. I'm glad I stayed in the game. I'm sure a hefty fine is coming, but I don't mind giving."
LaMarcus Aldridge helped pick up the slack for the Nets, scoring nine of his 21 points in the fourth quarter to help Brooklyn hold off a pesky Pacers team.
The 16-year veteran also became the 48th player to reach 20,000 career points and just the seventh active player to do so, joining Harden and Durant. It was a milestone that Aldridge didn't think he would reach after he retired last April due to experiencing an irregular heartbeat. He was medically cleared to return this season.
"It feels good, man," Aldridge said. "A true blessing. Definitely didn't think it was going to happen after what happened last year. Stuck with it, fall back and definitely felt good to get it done and be back out there. Just feel blessed."
Duffy, Davies and other Cubs set to become free agents originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
In the blink of an eye, the Cubs traded away a third of their roster at the trade deadline in July.
Beyond the franchise-altering ramifications of the flurry of moves, the Cubs’ selloff meant they traded away their big-name free agents in this offseason’s class: Kris Bryant, Javy Báez and Anthony Rizzo.
Joc Pederson and Andrew Chafin — who have mutual options this winter — are among those traded who could be entering free agency. Ryan Tepera is also a free agent.
All those moves may lead people to ask if the Cubs even have any free agents this winter. (Spoiler alert: they do.)
Free agency starts five days after the conclusion of the World Series, putting it somewhere between Nov. 5 and 8.
How each team operates with uncertainty surrounding the collective bargaining agreement is to be seen. The CBA expires Dec. 1 at 10:59 p.m. CT.
In any case, the Cubs have their share of players set to hit the open market this winter, who are as follows:
Robinson Chirinos
Chirinos finally made his Cubs debut — 21 years after they signed him as an international free agent. The Cubs signed him in July, and he helped stabilize their revolving door at backup catcher.
Chirinos hit .227/.324/.454 in 45 games with the Cubs, bringing valuable experience behind the plate to help guide a pitching staff featuring many young arms.
The Cubs like what Chirinos brings to the table as a veteran presence and he made a strong impression in his three-month stint with the team.
“He’s a great teammate,” Cubs president Jed Hoyer said this month. “I know the coaching staff thought the world of him. His presence meant a lot to us.”
Chirinos is a well-regarded veteran in the industry. A reunion could make sense for the Cubs this winter as they look to take some of the burden off Willson Contreras following his heavy workload in 2021.
Zach Davies
Acquired in the salary dump trade of Yu Darvish, Davies came to the Cubs with a track record of durability as a mid-rotation starter. He slotted in as the No. 3 arm on the Opening Day starting staff.
Davies was durable with the Cubs — he made 32 starts — but had his worst big-league season in 2021, finishing with a 5.78 ERA and 1.601 WHIP, each career worsts.
He struggled to pitch deep into games, tossing 148 innings while often being removed before facing the opposing lineup a third time.
It’s unlikely the Cubs pursue bringing him back this winter as they look outside the organization to improve their starting rotation.
Matt Duffy
Duffy was an under-the-radar addition last offseason. The Cubs signed him to a minor-league deal and even he admitted he was a bit surprised to make the Opening Day roster.
But his offensive skill set is exactly what the Cubs were looking for and lacked during their recent contention window: making contact. He posted an 86.1 percent contact rate in 2021, second on the team behind Eric Sogard, who was DFA’d midseason.
Duffy missed two months due to a back injury but was a steady presence when healthy. He hit .287 with a .357 on-base percentage in 97 games, finishing the season on a 13-game hitting streak.
He primarily played third and second base, also appearing at shortstop, left field and first base.
The Cubs thought highly of Duffy in 2021, and between his offensive profile and ability to play several positions, he’s a candidate to return in 2022.
Jose Lobaton, Andrew Romine, Austin Romine
Lobaton was part of the Cubs’ alternate site squad in 2020 and they brought him back in February on a minor-league deal. With several backup catchers injured, they promoted him from Triple-A Iowa in June. He went down with a season-ending shoulder injury after six games.
The Cubs signed Andrew Romine to a minor-league deal right before Opening Day. He was one of the initial players called up from Iowa in the aftermath of the deadline selloff.
While Romine is a versatile defender, he hit .183/.234/.267 in 26 games this season. The Cubs outrighted him to Iowa after designating him for assignment in September.
Andrew’s brother, catcher Austin Romine, was among the record nine catchers the Cubs used this season. He only played in 28 games, missing extended time due to a right knee sprain and left wrist sprain. It’s unlikely the Cubs pursue bringing him back.
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The Dodgers will have some very difficult decisions this offseason. They will still have a team talented enough to win the World Series in 2022, but there are some moves they’ll have to make that won’t be easy.
As of right now, there are 11 free agents who were on the 40-man roster. It could be 12, depending on what the team decides to do with Joe Kelly, who has a club option.
Since Kelly is currently a TBD, we’ll leave him off this list. Also, no offense to Steven Souza Jr., Cole Hamels and Danny Duffy but we’ll leave them off this list as well.
The eight key free agents this offseason include:
Here’s where I would rank the most valuable free agents for the Dodgers this offseason.
Among the players listed, this is the most likely deal to get done in my opinion. I just can’t imagine Kershaw putting on another uniform, and frankly I’m not sure he wants to either. The Dodgers and the future Hall of Famer should do whatever it takes to reach a deal.
With the injury to end his season in 2021, maybe LA will be able to get him at a discount. Or, Kershaw decides to take less to return to the Dodgers. Either way, Andrew Friedman needs to make sure this Dodgers legend is back with the club in 2022, no matter what it takes.
If that means he has to babysit the little Kershaw’s so Clayton and Ellen can enjoy a date night, Friedman needs to get it done and ask which pizza he should pick up for dinner.
Okay, personal preference aside I think bringing back Chris Taylor is the most important free agent the Dodgers need to focus on. His contract won’t be nearly the price of Corey Seager, and his value to the Dodgers is massive.
Not only has Taylor produced at the plate while in LA, but he’s provided the Dodgers much-needed depth in the field when dealing with injuries. Taylor has played anywhere that has been asked of him and he’s done it while playing above average defense at each position. We saw how much the loss of Enrique Hernandez impacted the Dodgers in 2021. Hopefully they don’t feel the same loss in 2022.
Taylor has earned himself a big payday, and there are questions as to whether or not the Dodgers will be willing to shell out that kind of money for a utility man. They certainly can afford to do so, but I totally understand them being unwilling to match a price if they find it too high.
I sadly think Taylor will find a better offer somewhere else, but I think he is the most valuable option out of this bunch.
Earlier in the week I wrote about Corey Seager “absolutely” wanting to return to the Dodgers. For more on what he said following the season and my thoughts on him returning, you can go check out that article.
I’ll give a cliff notes version of that article here. I would love to see Seager back and I think both parties would love for him to end up back in Los Angeles. It’s just going to be pricey.
Seager is going to get a lengthy contract that might surpass $300 million. The Dodgers can certainly afford it, I’m just not certain if they’ll be willing to offer him the contract other teams will.
Ultimately, I don’t think both Seager and Taylor are back in LA next season. If Taylor were to sign with another team while Seager is still a free agent, I think it makes his return to the Dodgers that much more important.
Kenley Jansen will forever be my closer, and I sure would like him to be my closer for at least a few more seasons.
Jansen had one of the best seasons of his career in 2021 and was truly one of the best closers in all of baseball. If you were to take out that three game stretch in July, his numbers across the board would have been close to career highs.
Jansen reinvented himself this season and proved he’s still capable at pitching at an All-Star level. The Dodgers are going to have a great bullpen next season again, but I think bringing back Jansen will make them the best in all of baseball.
Just like with Seager, I wrote an article on Jansen earlier in the week, so you can check that out.
He’ll likely be pricey, but hopefully he’s willing to take a hometown discount to return to LA.
This may be a hot take, but I don’t think Max Scherzer is as important to bring back as other people think.
Don’t get me wrong, he’s still one of the best pitchers in baseball. Hell, he might win the Cy Young Award. But I just don’t think he’s worth the contract he’s likely going to get.
He’s going to get a big payday this offseason. He’ll likely get $35 million, maybe even $40+ million for 2-3 years. It would be great having him back in the rotation, but at that price I would be very hesitant.
He’ll be 38 next season, and he’s going to slow down at some point. We saw a glimpse of that towards the end of the season when Scherzer struggled over the final few weeks of the season. Then in October he said he had a dead arm, which certainly draws some concern.
I’d love for him to be back. I loved having him in Los Angeles. But with so many questions with the Dodgers’ rotation, I think I’d rather sign two starters for a combined $40 million instead.
The Dodgers’ bullpen is going to be great in 2021, but it sure would be great to have Corey Knebel back if they can afford him.
He missed half of the season, but looked great when he was healthy. He was also pretty solid during the postseason, as he had 11 strikeouts in 5.2 innings.
If the Dodgers lose both Joe Kelly and Jansen, there are going to be some holes in the bullpen. I’m not quite certain what Knebel’s value will be, but I think both sides can work out a deal to bring him back.
We need more hugs!
Albert Pujols turned out to be one of the biggest surprises in baseball this season. After being released by the Angels, Pujols was fantastic for the Dodgers.
He was used primarily against left-handed pitching and off the bench, two roles in which he thrived in.
With the DH likely coming to the National League next season, Pujols certainly becomes a little more valuable. The only downside is that he offers zero speed on the bases and his defense isn’t great. Still, as long as he’s hitting left-handed pitching and provides a bat off the bench his value is great.
It would be fun to watch Pujols chase 700 home runs and give more hugs in 2021.
After missing all of 2020, Nelson was back for the Dodgers in 2021. He was having one of the best seasons of his career, but in August he was ruled out for the season, needing both Tommy John surgery and a flexor tendon repair in his right arm.
Nelson posted a 1.86 ERA, 1.89 FIP and 0.93 WHIP in 29 innings. He was also averaging just under 14 strikeouts per nine innings.
The downside with Nelson is that he’ll likely miss all of 2022, making him a reclamation project for 2023. I’d love to see him return to the Dodgers again, but it’s just a lot for him to overcome at this point.
Let me know in the comments which free agents you’d like to return to the Dodgers!
4:23 PM Friday, October 29, 2021
The campus of North Hennepin Community College earned the designation Hunger Free Campus by LeadMN after establishing a food cupboard, employing a social worker on campus and working on several initiatives to help remove barriers for students in need.
“The most important thing is we are trying to show our students that we really care,” said Lindsay Fort, dean of student development.
To become a Hunger Free Campus, a community or a technical college must actively take strides to reduce food insecurity by meeting several pieces of criteria.
• Has a food pantry, partnership with a food bank, or some type of food distribution system on campus available to students.
• Has a designated staff person on campus to educate students on SNAP and other public services aimed to reduce food insecurity. The institution shall notify students in work-study employment of their potential eligibility for SNAP benefits and provide information to those students that includes eligibility criteria and how to apply for benefits.
• Provides emergency funds to assist students who may be experiencing basic needs insecurity.
• Has a taskforce dedicated to addressing food insecurity concerns.
• Hosts or participates in at least one hunger awareness event each year.
In addition to meeting these criteria, in fall 2020 NHCC received $55,000 through the Minnesota Department of Education Meal Access grant, and in fall 2021 received $21,000 through the Hennepin County Food Insecurity grant. A portion of these funds were used to purchase a refrigerator and freezer to provide fresh and frozen food to students.
Fort says the addition of the refrigerator and freezer makes all the difference.
“If they are choosing between paying rent, paying the doctor bill, they are not going to choose healthy, more expensive stuff. So by us having a fridge and freezer, we are able to provide healthy options so our students can have nutritious things,” said Fort.
Just this semester, North Hennepin helped 135 students at the food cupboard.
There are many activities happening on campus throughout the month. Take advantage of these free student events ranging from career fairs to DIY craft nights, game nights, Inclusive Rec events and more!
Featured events
Through November Time varies Location varies
Like most good habits, expressing gratitude can take some practice. Here are a few different ways you can incorporate gratitude into your daily routine. Try them all or choose the one that feels like the best fit for you. Review events happening in November to learn how to find gratitude in all aspects of your life.
Through November Virtual
Are you looking for ways to grow your network? How about learning how to create a résumé or cover letter that will get noticed by employers? Career Services will be hosting weekly workshops to guide you in your professional development. This month’s sessions include:
Through November Time varies Imig Music
The stars of tomorrow are on stage today at CU Boulder. College of Music undergraduate, master's and doctoral students present works old and new for their degree-qualifying recitals. Unless noted, most recitals happen on campus at the Imig Music building, are free and open to the public and are also available to livestream online.
Nov. 1 5:15–6 p.m. Virtual
Join the conversation with Laura Harjo, an associate professor for Native American Studies at the University of Oklahoma, while she shares ways of carrying out Indigenous planning processes that are focused on the futures that communities wish to live in. Check out the Zoom link to take part in this event.
Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 Time varies Virtual and in-person options
Start your week by attending Mindful Mondays to participate in active mindfulness lessons and learn about resources. This month’s activities include learning to cope with stress, being grateful and having important conversations with those around you.
Space is limited, and registration is required for Inclusive Rec events.
Nov. 2 7:30–9:30 a.m. Williams Village North, International Transfer Lounge
Enjoy your morning with a medium cup of coffee (or tea)! Make sure to wear your Transfer Buff T-shirt to get your morning beverage.
Nov. 2 9 a.m.–7:15 p.m., Virtual
The theme of this semester’s Diversity and Inclusion Summit is “The Power of Community: C.L.I.M.B. with Purpose.” Join fellow Buffs to explore how self-reflection plays a vital role in cultivating inclusive excellence while tapping into both your head and your heart.
The summit will focus on how students, staff and faculty, together, can transform CU Boulder’s culture. Some of the workshops include “Purpose With a Capital P: Living in Your Value,” “Remembering Your Power, Harnessing Your Voice” and more! View the full schedule and register in advance to not miss out on this insightful event.
Nov. 2 12–1 p.m. Virtual
This event is open to all graduate students and postdocs. The key to managing the academic lifestyle is in making your innate tendencies work for you. Leslie Blood, director of Graduate Community and Program Development, will help you understand your innate habits and skills in order to create more effective and efficient time management and productivity habits. Register to attend.
Nov. 2 12–1 p.m. UMC 355
Take a tour and learn about CU Boulder's environmental feats. This tour will start at the Environmental Center and take approximately an hour. Sign up to attend this event.
Nov. 2 5–6:30 p.m. Virtual
Explore the exciting world of startups and entrepreneurship! Meet with employees at startups and learn how you can get involved in what they are doing. Whether you’re interested in IT and engineering, content and design, social media and more, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to register on Handshake to attend this event.
Nov. 2, 9 5:30 p.m. Virtual
Whether you want to pursue a career in law or are simply curious about the field, join these weekly talks from lawyers, law schools and judges across the country to learn about their experience.
Nov. 2, 16, 30 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Come show your skills at the free Texas Hold’em poker tournament. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 Time varies Location varies
Be part of health and wellness activities every week. Learn more about managing stress, finding gratitude, preventing illness and more. All activities will take place on Tuesdays.
Nov. 2, 9, 30 7:30 p.m. Grusin Music Hall
Renowned College of Music faculty artists perform with students and colleagues in chamber music recitals featuring world premieres and beloved classics.
Nov. 3 9–11 a.m. ATLAS Center, outside Pekoe Coffee Shop
Come get a free coffee if you lug your mug! All you have to do is bring your own mug and you get rewarded with free coffee! The Zero Waste Outreach Team wants to reward you for getting out of the disposable mentality.
Nov. 3 12–1 p.m. UMC 245
Do you have ideas on how to fight climate change? Attend this event to connect, learn and help chart a path forward for solutions-based climate change action at CU Boulder. The nonprofit organization Project Drawdown will be speaking on their mission to "drawdown" carbon and other greenhouse gasses from the atmosphere.
Nov. 3, 10, 17 2–4 p.m. Location varies
This free weekly program provides a space for self-care activities, learning about resources and building community. This month’s activities include navigating relationships, being grateful and managing stress.
Nov. 3, 10 5–7 p.m. Meet outside of CASE
Get outside to care for our environment and make friends. Come help pick up litter in the community with the Environmental Center. After cleaning up, you’ll get the chance to grab a bite to eat (provided by the E-Center) and connect with fellow Buffs! Groups will be limited to 10 participants. Be sure to register in advance to reserve your spot.
Nov. 4, 11, 18 1–2 p.m. Virtual
Take a break from school and join Thursday sessions where you’ll learn new things on specific topics. This month’s topics include how to stay connected, build habits at home and use stress to your advantage.
Nov. 4 6–8 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Bring a friend to The Connection to participate in any activity free of charge!
Nov. 4, 11 5–6 p.m. Virtual
Join your fellow Buffs this fall to read and explore the Buffs One Read book, American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures. There will be two opportunities this month to meet and discuss the book with the CSI Book Club. Sign up today.
Nov. 4, 18 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection, Club 156
Here’s your chance to take your best rendition of “Billie Jean” or “Oops!... I Did It Again” to the people! Join this event for a night of great music and a fun time with friends.
Nov. 5 4–6 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Connect with your community at this fun UMC tradition! November’s theme is “Keep Calm and Be Grateful.” Come decorate your free eye/sleep mask, grab a gratitude journal, and enjoy some caramel apples, pumpkin bread and hot apple cider. Plus there will be half-price bowling and billiards during the event.
Nov. 5, 19 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection, Club 156
Calling all performers! Are you a singer, musician, band, comedian, poet, storyteller or have any other talents you want to share with the world? If so, then come perform at Open Mic Night at The Connection’s Club 156. All types of performers, first-timers and experienced artists are welcome. Performer sign-up begins at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk.
Nov. 8, 29 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Sharpen your brain and bring a friend for Monday night trivia! Teams and individuals are welcome and it’s free to enter. This month’s topics include sports and end-of-semester themes. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk.
Nov. 9 5–6:30 p.m. C4C, Abrams Lounge
Words matter. And they change over time as we change as people and communities. Join in the conversation around the terms we use in our communities, how we name ourselves and how we don’t always agree across our own communities on those terms.
Nov. 5, 12, 19 12:15–12:45 p.m. CU Art Museum
Come learn about a work of art and then participate in a related mindfulness practice. Join in the museum galleries in person or virtually via Zoom. The powerful, guided meditation can undo stress, soothe the nervous system and help you feel relaxed and revitalized. All are welcome. Register in advance for virtual attendance.
Nov. 5 7:30 p.m. CHEM 140
Bring your popcorn and a friend and come watch The Green Knight. The story is a fantasy retelling of the medieval story of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; the film begins at 8 p.m.
Nov. 9 5–6:30 p.m. UMC 418
Join the Volunteer Resource Center to learn skills for how to cope with challenges and embrace navigating differences in order to build resilience and volunteer more effectively. You’ll also have the opportunity to examine your connection to community issues, develop new ways to engage and learn about ways to get involved.
Nov. 9 5:30–6:30 p.m. Virtual
Learn what it is like to work in real jobs! Tune in for a live informational interview to hear how Arts and Sciences alumni got started and advice for how you can start preparing for your career.
Nov. 9 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Come test your luck at a single or double knock-out pingpong tournament! Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 9, 30 5–7 p.m. In person
Let your creativity shine at DIY Night! Twice a month, you can get together with fellow crafters and indulge in making crafts. All materials will be provided and this month’s crafts include greeting card gift sets and twisted wire ring making! Each participant will need to register in advance, and space is limited, so sign up early!
Nov. 10 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Virtual
If you’re looking for a job in Colorado, now is your chance to find one. Attend this event to video chat one-on-one with employers that are looking for talented and skilled future team members just like you! Companies will also host group sessions where you can jump on an info session-type video call with some of your peers to learn more about company culture and the types of roles they are looking at hiring. Whatever your interests, there’s an option for everyone! Get more info and register now.
Nov. 10 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Join and connect with fellow transfer students during a friendly game of bowling. So bring yourself and your lunch, relax, fuel up and make new friends!
Nov. 10 5–7 p.m. UMC 235
Come to the first ever Buffs Hire Buffs networking night to check out what some of CU Boulder’s most prominent alumni employers are up to. You’ll hear company pitches and learn what it takes to be a successful Buff alumni, while also getting to network with employers who hire and mentor CU Boulder students.
Nov. 10 5:30–6:30 p.m. Virtual
Learn what it is like to work in advertising, communication and film/production jobs! Tune in for a live informational interview to hear how CMCI alumni Meredith Mirrington (MediaSt’01), head of Strategic Communications at Amazon Web Services, got started and advice for how you can start preparing for your career.
Nov. 10 5–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Show off your skills at a video game tournament! Sign-up starts at 4 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Co-hosted by CU Gaming and The Connection.
Nov. 11 7–9 p.m. UMC, The Connection
Show off your skills at an 8-ball or 9-ball billiards tournament at The Connection. It’s free to enter and sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 11 7 p.m. Fiske Planetarium
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live in space, or how your favorite science fiction movie compares to the real thing? Join bioastronautics doctoral student Annika Rollock for a journey through film and history to discuss the way artists and filmmakers have inspired real-life engineers and influenced the way our astronauts live and work in space.
Nov. 13 9 a.m. to noon Location varies
Are you looking to volunteer? Now is your chance to volunteer in a project and gain understanding of social and environmental issues, engage in direct service, reflect on your impact and learn about continued engagement in communities. Learn more about the projects you can be part of and how to sign up.
Nov. 13 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Kittredge Central, Multipurpose Room
Gain leadership experience at the Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD) event. Hear how other students have led during difficult times. Discover ways to practice this knowledge in your own life. Meet new people and engage in a variety of leadership topics in an energetic atmosphere. Lunch will be provided and participation prizes will be available. RSVP to save your spot.
Nov. 16 Noon to 1:30 p.m. UMC 247
Join your fellow Buffs for this 90-minute workshop to engage in dialogue across differences, learn bystander intervention strategies and understand your role in combating racism.
Nov. 16 3–4 p.m. Zoom
Come learn about how Disability Services supports college students with mental health diagnoses. You’ll also learn about campus resources for mental health and strategies for taking care of your mental health. This presentation is open to all students, not only those registered with Disability Services.
Nov. 16 10-11:30 a.m. Virtual
Do you want to learn more about how to recruit volunteers for your organization? Join the Volunteer Resource Center for this training series to learn about tools to recruit volunteers who are not only going to do the job well but will be excited about supporting your organization. The series is open to CU Boulder students, staff and faculty as well as non-profit organizations.
Nov. 16 Noon Virtual
Are you interested in law enforcement, traveling around the world or protecting the United States? If so, you might be a perfect candidate to join the Diplomatic Security Service (DSS). CU Boulder graduate Nico Figueroa shares his journey to DSS, explores different positions within the department and provides information on how you can get started on this career path.
Nov. 17 5:30–6:30 p.m. Virtual
Attend this event to hear from a panel of experts about their day-to-day experiences and the steps they took to get into their chosen field and industry. Today’s experts come from the Peace Corps, American Civil Liberties Union and more. Register on Handshake to reserve your spot.
Nov. 18 1–2 p.m. C4C, Flatirons Room
These sessions are designed to support transfer students in various realms. Learn about resources on campus as well as tips for success both here at CU Boulder and in your future.
Nov. 17 6–7 p.m. C4C, third floor, Abrams Lounge
Are you looking to meet new people or reconnect with old friends? Attend the November Community Gathering for some free food, games and music to enjoy an afternoon of fun activities!
Nov. 18 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. UMC 308
Stop by the UMC and chat with the dean of students during office hours. Ask questions, connect with our staff and learn about resources; no appointment needed!
Nov. 22 8 a.m.–5 p.m. CASE, Transfer Space
Come write a gratitude card, give your feedback and get your questions answered at this transfer student event.
Nov. 29 5:30 p.m. Eaton Humanities, Humanities Lobby
Ready to meet like-minded students, find things to do and learn about opportunities in campus sustainability? Come hang out, get free food and listen to speakers who are in student leadership to learn how you can get involved.
Nov. 30 5:30–7:30 p.m. C4C, third floor, Abrams Lounge
Kitchen Table offers leadership and community-building opportunities to students identifying as women of color working their way through a predominantly white university. Attend Kitchen Table nights for a chance to build community with other women of color, share your experience and learn of other local organizations that are doing similar work.
Nov. 30 2–3:30 p.m. Administrative and Research Center, Room 346
Are you interested in becoming an ally? You can start by learning the three basic steps to defining your allyship journey. Learn how to define and leverage your allyship and walk away with a template to help guide your learning and steps for action
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