September Calendar of Events

SEPTEMBER 1
Residence Halls open for new undergraduates.

Matriculation Academic Quad, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Athletics Facility Hours New student orientation hours through Monday, September 6, are noon to 4 p.m. Regular semester hours resume on Tuesday, September 7. Note: The outdoor track is being resurfaced and will be closed until further notice.

SEPTEMBER 3
Orientation Concert The music department welcomes the Class of 2008 with performances by the faculty and the Tufts Chorale. Alumnae Lounge, Aidekman Arts Center, 1-2:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 4
Sailing Tufts competes in the Harry Anderson Trophy Regatta, Yale Corinthian Yacht Club, New Haven, Conn., through September 5.

SEPTEMBER 5
Residence Halls open for returning undergraduate students.

Dancing Nature’s Art A dance production that uses Indian classical dance to tell the story of the science behind DNA. Cohen Auditorium, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 6
Labor Day University holiday; no classes.

Jumbo Yard Sale Great bargins! Sale items include office supplies, kitchen ware and appliances, storage items, backpacks, carpeting, furniture, bedding, electronics, sporting goods and much more! Cousens Gymnasium parking lot, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 7
Academic Calendar Classes begin. Experimental College registration, Miner Hall, 9:30-4:30 p.m.

Welcome Back Seniors The Tufts University Alumni Association, the Office of the President and the Student Activities Office host a reception for members of the Class of 2005. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served followed by a brief program featuring Tufts President Lawrence S. Bacow. Gifford House lawn, 5:30-7 p.m. Rain date: Wednesday, September 8, same time, same location. Please remember to bring your Tufts ID and an official ID with your birth date.

Tufts Chorale Auditions and Open Rehearsal The Tufts Chorale, an 80-voice symphony chorus, invites members of the university community, their families and friends to join them for an exciting year of performing choral masterworks. Singers from all Tufts campuses are invited to participate. To schedule a placement interview and audition or for more information, e-mail Andrew Clark, conductor and director of choral activities, at andrew.clark@tufts.edu or call 617-627-5691. Alumnae Lounge, Aidekman Arts Center, 7-9:45 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 8
Dental School Classes, rotations, seminars and workshops begin for classes of 2005 and 2006. Pre-doctoral clinic opens for the classes of 2005 and 2006.

SEPTEMBER 9
Sackler Science Frontiers “Travels with Ras,” Larry Feig, professor of biochemistry at Tufts. DeBlois Auditorium A, Sackler Center, noon-1 p.m. Boston campus.

University Art Gallery “The Amazing and the Immutable: Photography from the Collections of Robert Drapkin and Martin Margulies.” Drawn from two private collections in Florida, this exhibition of 106 works combines and contrasts late 19th-century vintage photographs and late 20th-century photo-based contemporary art. Tisch Gallery, Aidekman Arts Center, through November 21. Opening reception: Thursday, September 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 617-627-3518 or go to http://www.tufts.edu/as/gallery.

University Art Gallery “Overt/Covert.” The photographs, paintings and sculpture were selected to dovetail with the 20th anniversary of Tufts’ Education for Public Inquiry and International Citizenship (EPIIC) program and offer insight into the subject of war and its consequences. Included are 10 photographs from the university’s permanent collection by Elliott Erwitt, André Kertesz, Juhan Kuus and Gilles Peress; a new acquisition, “First Light 9/12/01,” taken at the World Trade Center by Tufts/Museum School alumnus and photojournalist Jim MacMillan; three paintings by American artist Leon Golub and a life-size, digitally sculpted foam and pigmented resin sculpture by Yoram Wolberger. Remis Sculpture Court, Aidekman Arts Center, through December 19. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 617-627-3518 or go to http://www.tufts.edu/as/gallery.

University Art Gallery “Evidence: The Case against Milosevic,” photographs by Gary Knight, VII Photo Agency. This exhibition honors the 20th anniversary of Tufts’ Education for Public Inquiry and International Citizenship (EPIIC), a core program of the Institute for Global Leadership, and EXPOSURE, the institute’s program on photojournalism, documentary studies and human rights. Koppelman Gallery, Aidekman Arts Center, through November 21. Opening reception: Thursday, September 9, 6-8 p.m. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 617-627-3518 or go to http://www.tufts.edu/as/gallery.

New York Tufts Alliance “Window on Learning Reception with TIAA-CREF,” Tufts President Lawrence S. Bacow and the New York Tufts Alliance invite you to a reception celebrating the Tufts University display in the TIAA-CREF Window on Learning exhibit, which will run through October. TIAA-CREF headquarters, 730 Third Ave., New York City, 6-9 p.m. For more information, contact Gretchen Dobson, Office of Alumni Relations, at 617-627-3964 or e-mail gretchen.dobson@tufts.edu.

SEPTEMBER 10
September 11 Memorial Service and donation of Tufts alumnus Jim MacMillan’s photograph of the World Trade Center, “First Light 9/12/01.” Remis Sculpture Court, Aidekman Arts Center, noon.

P.O.V. Series Take a moment to experience a short digital video and interview with a leading contemporary new media artist in this series, presented as an interactive DVD. In French artist Francis Alys’ short video, “El Gringo,” viewers experience the discomfort of being an outsider when the camera is confronted by a pack of snarling dogs. Tisch Gallery lobby, Aidekman Arts Center, through October 31. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Projection Wall Continuous screenings of art works in video and film. “Flag,” a 41-minute video by Philadelphia-based conceptual artists Kocot and Hatton, who used a stationary camera to shoot the American flag during an evening thunderstorm on the New Jersey coast. Tisch Gallery entrance, Aidekman Arts Center, through October 31. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 11
Sailing Tufts at Captain Hurst Bowl, Dartmouth College, through September 12.

Veterinary Open House Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine sponsors its 15th annual Open House. Attractions include obedience, police and assistance canine demonstrations, breed rescue exhibitions, animal health care exhibitions, the New England Miniature Horse Society, the USDA Beagle Brigade, a birds of prey demonstration, tours and demonstrations in the animal hospitals and fun activities for the kids. The open house is free and open to the public and will be held rain or shine. Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine, 200 Westboro Road (Route 30), North Grafton, Mass., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For information, call 508-839-5395, ext. 84899.

Women’s Cross Country Tufts at Connecticut College Invitational, Harkness Memorial State Park, Waterford, Conn., noon-5 p.m.

Women’s Soccer Colby College at Tufts, Kraft Field, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Men’s Soccer Colby College at Tufts, Kraft Field, 3:30-7:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 12
Women’s Sailing Tufts hosts the Captains Cup, Mystic Lake, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 13
HNRCA Seminars “Aging: Is It Related to Unbiquitination and Protein Chaperones?,” Weimin Guo, HNRCA Laboratory for Nutrition and Vision Research; “Higher Carbohydrate Intake Increases Risk for Cataracts and Higher Glycemic Index Increases Risk for Macular Degeneration,” Chung-Jung Chiu, postdoctoral associate, HNRCA Laboratory for Nutrition and Vision Research; “Vitamin E Supplementation Reverses the Age-associated Decrease in Effective Immune Synapse Formation in T Cells,” Dr. Tanvir Ahmed, postdoctoral fellow, HNRCA Laboratory for Nutrition and Vision Research. Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Mezzanine Conference Room, 4-5 p.m. Boston campus.

SEPTEMBER 14
Chemistry Seminar “Micellar Solubilization of Chlorinated Solvents in Contaminated Formations: Process Design and Assessment of a Field Demonstration,” Linda Abriola, dean, Tufts School of Engineering. Pearson Chemistry Building, Room P-106, 4:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 15
Finance Training “Forms, Policies and Procedures,” session includes instruction on all of the accounting forms used for internal and external procurement and the associated policies and procedures set by Tufts. Some federal regulations pertaining to the forms are covered. Areas of discussion will include interdepartmental requisitions, travel and business expense, hiring and paying consultants, requisitions and purchase orders and foreign tax/alien payment issues. This course is designed for new employees with administrative duties or current employees who need a refresher on this topic. Tufts Administration Building, IT Training Room, 9:30 a.m. To register, please e-mail Carol Liedes at carol.liedes@tufts.edu.

Computer Science Colloquium “Steps toward a CAD/CAM System for Human-Computer Interfaces,” Frank Ritter, PSU. Halligan Hall, Room 111, 3-4 p.m.

Global Development and Environment Institute Open House Enjoy food and drinks while learning about G-DAE’s interdisciplinary work on environmental policy, globalization and alternative economics textbooks. 44 Teele Ave., 4-6 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 16
University Art Gallery Public opening reception for the gallery’s fall exhibitions. Aidekman Arts Center, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 18
Men’s Cross Country Tufts at UMass-Dartmouth Invitational, Francis Tripp Athletic Center, Dartmouth, Mass., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Women’s Cross Country Tufts at McGill University Invitational, Molson Stadium, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cape Cod Tufts Club This Tufts Alumni Association chapter hosts its fall luncheon, featuring a talk by a park ranger from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers about the Cape Cod Canal. Coonamasett Inn, Falmouth, Mass., 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. RSVP by September 11 by contacting Al Chace, A54, at 508-896-5670.

St. Louis Tufts Alliance presents an “All-Star Afternoon with Sol Gittleman and the St. Louis Cardinals.” Gittleman, Alice and Nathan Gantcher University Professor and former senior vice president and provost, will present a talk on “America and the National Pastime: Teaching Baseball History.” Then watch the division-leading St. Louis Cardinals take on the Arizona Diamondbacks while enjoying suite-style seating and casual fare. Busch Stadium, 250 Stadium Plaza, Diamond Suite C, St. Louis, Mo. Advance reservations required by September 10 by contacting Bob Steck, F81, at 314-577-3042 or e-mail bob.steck@anheuser-busch.com.

SEPTEMBER 19
Sailing Tufts hosts the Freshman Series II Regatta, Mystic Lake, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Community Day Tufts, in conjunction with the cities of Medford and Somerville, hosts the second annual Community Day. Activities include talks by Tufts faculty, musical performances, theater performances, arts and crafts for kids, a complimentary lunch and more. The event is free and open to the public and members of the Tufts community. Medford/Somerville campus, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Rain site: Carzo Cage, Cousens Athletics Complex. For more information, go to http://www.tufts.edu/cday.

PetTrek Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine hosts this fourth annual event to raise funds for treating pets with cancer. This is a one-mile walk, and pets are welcome on leash or in carriers, and dogs and cats are required to have a current rabies vaccine. The day also includes raffles, snacks and gifts. For more information, go to http://www.pettrek.org, call 508-839-5395, ext. 84627 or e-mail kimberly.wells@tufts.edu. School of Veterinary Medicine, Grafton Field, noon-3:30 p.m. Grafton campus.

Houston Tufts Alliance presents an afternoon with Sol Gittleman, Alice and Nathan Gantcher University Professor and former senior vice president and provost, who will present a talk on “God and War,” a discussion of topics related to understanding why 9/11 took place. The Bayou Club, 8550 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas, 4-6:30 p.m. RSVP by September 13 to David Hwa, A74, F76, at 936-321-6688 or e-mail david@timcor.com.

SEPTEMBER 20
Physiology Seminar “Studying the Pathophysiology of Human Philadelphia-positive Leukemia in Mice,” Dr. Richard Van Etten, professor of medicine at Tufts and director of the Hematological Malignancy Program, Tufts-New England Medical Center. M&V 702, noon-1 p.m. Boston campus.

SEPTEMBER 21
Reflections “Religious Tolerance,” the Rev. David O’Leary, university chaplain. Goddard Chapel, noon-1 p.m.

Chemistry Seminar “Specific Control of Helical Peptide Self-Assembly,” Prof. Alan Kennan, Colorado State University. Pearson Chemistry Building, Room P-106, 4:30 p.m.

Academic Calendar Last day for undergraduates to add courses.

SEPTEMBER 22
Men’s Soccer Salve Regina at Tufts, Kraft Field, 4-7 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 23
Noon Hour Concert John McDonald, associate professor and chair of music, presents a concert for piano and percussion. Goddard Chapel, 12:30-1 p.m.

Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology “Listening to Myosin I,” Lynne M. Coluccio, senior scientist, Boston Biomedical Research Institute. Chitra Biswas Conference Room (M&V 105), 136 Harrison Ave., 4 p.m. Boston campus.

SEPTEMBER 25
Men’s Cross Country Tufts Invitational, Gantcher Family Sports and Convocation Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sailing Tufts hosts the Hood Trophy Regatta, Mystic Lake, through September 26.

Football Wesleyan University at Tufts, Ellis Oval, 1-5 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 26
Children’s Concert The Tufts Symphony Orchestra presents its annual concert for children, ages 11 and under, and their families. “The Time Machine” will offer a chance for kids to go on stage and see the instruments up close. Admission is free. Cohen Auditorium, 3-4:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 27
HNRCA Seminars “Alterations in Adipose Tissue Gene Expression following Exercise,” Sandra Souza, scientist, HNRCA Obesity Metabolism Laboratory; “Accumulation of Mitochondrial DNA Deletions Is Age, Tissue and Folate-dependent in Rats,” Jimmy Crott, scientist, HNRCA Vitamins and Carcinogenesis Laboratory; “Effect of Aging on Gene Expression Profiles during T Cell Activation: A Time Course Analysis,” Sung Nim Han, scientist, HNRCA Nutritional Immunology Laboratory and assistant professor of nutrition. Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, Mezzanine Conference Room, 4-5 p.m. Boston campus.

SEPTEMBER 28
Women’s Soccer Babson College at Tufts, Kraft Field, 4-7 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 29
Art at Lunch Series A tour of all fall University Art Gallery exhibitions with gallery Director Amy Ingrid Schlegel. Aidekman Arts Center, 12:15-1 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 30
Noon Hour Concert Richard Given on trumpet. Goddard Chapel, 12:30-1 p.m.

Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology “Environmental Regulation of Gene Expression,” Scott F. Gilbert, professor of biology, Swarthmore College. Chitra Biswas Conference Room (M&V 105), 136 Harrison Ave., 4 p.m. Boston campus.

University Art Gallery Photography historian’s tour of the exhibition “The Amazing and the Immutable” with Rodger Kingston, consultant to the Draper Collection and exhibition advisor. Tisch Gallery, Aidekman Arts Center, 6 p.m.

New York Tufts Alliance Fall kickoff reception, featuring Tufts President Lawrence S. Bacow. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Regency Hotel, 540 Park Ave., New York City, 6-9 p.m. RSVP by September 23 by e-mailing nytufts@hotmail.com with your name, school and class year.

Editor’s note: The deadline for Calendar submissions for the October issue of the Tufts Journal is Tuesday, September 21. Submissions may be e-mailed to barbara.lewis@tufts.edu or you may send Calendar announcements to Barbara Lewis, Office of Publications, 200 Boston Ave., Medford campus.