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Get up to speed on what’s happening around campus this week! From can’t-miss events to key dates and deadlines for the month of April, stay informed and ahead of the game all month long.
Check out Important Dates to Know for April
Week-long
2026 Student Art Awards Exhibition - 10-4 pm
Each year art + design recognizes the achievements of its most outstanding majors and minors. The 2026 Art + Design Student Awards Exhibition will be on display from April 13 - May 8 in the Enterprise Center.
Monday, April 13
Professor Amy Jo Minett hosts students from Gaza who have made it to Ireland and Italy late last fall, where they are now studying as part of the Gaza Scholarship Initiative for Displaced Students. The students will read their narratives of sumud, or resilience, and discuss their contributions to the forthcoming book Voices of Sumud: Teaching English Amidst Occupation in Palestine.
Inclusive Excellence Showcase and Recognition Luncheon - 11:30 am-1 pm
Inclusive Excellence invites you to mark your calendars and join us for our Annual Inclusive Excellence Showcase and Recognition Luncheon in collaboration with HSI-MSI Initiatives. Doors open for brunch at 11:15 am and the program will start promptly at 11:45 am.
Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony -7-8:30 pm
Please join the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Salem State University (CHGS) for its annual Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony. This year’s program will feature a memorial service and prayers, the Salem State University Community Chorus, and a conversation with Karen Kirsten, an Australian-American author and Holocaust educator. She is the author of Irena’s Gift, a 2025 National Jewish Book Award finalist and winner of two Zibby Awards.
Tuesday, April 14
Exploratory Fireside Chats (Session 6): Springing Forward - 5-6 pm
Looking ahead to what’s next? Talk about growth, motivation, and momentum with faculty in a relaxed, student-friendly space. Whether you're solidifying your academic path or still weighing major/minor options, this is a great time to reflect. Grab some cocoa or cookies and spring into the season with fresh energy. All students are welcome, sponsored by the Exploratory Program.
Wednesday, April 15
Resilience and Resistance - 8:30 am-2:30 pm
Essex North Shore Genocide Education teachers Justin Bilton and Jason Stark are proud to welcome the Genocide Education Project and Salem State University Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies to present a no-cost workshop focusing on individual narratives of victims and survivors of both the Armenian Genocide and the Holocaust. Participants will learn content and strategies to use in both general social studies and genocide and human rights courses. Light breakfast refreshments, coffee, and an Armenian lunch will be provided.
Fitness Challenge - Wall Sit - 11am-7 pm
Stop by the front desk at the Gassett Fitness Center between 11 am and 7 pm to compete against your peers on the Wall Sit challenge! Person who holds the longest sit time wins a Fitness Challenge T-shirt! No registration needed - active membership required.
Reframing the Narrative - 12-1:30 pm
Salem State faculty and staff will discuss debates occurring in Israel, in the United States, in Massachusetts, and on campus, about whether being Jewish necessarily means supporting Israel, and whether protesting or criticizing Israel is harmful to Jewish people. Some believe that being Jewish does not require any particular stance on Israel, and that laws, rules, and policies should not attempt to limit opposition to Israel. Jewish people, like all people, have a wide range of political opinions, including about Israel and Palestine.
Low Vision, Full Lives: Creating Accessible Environments for All Ages - 5-7 pm
Join Dr. Micaela Gobeille, low vision optometrist, and Elliot Feldman, Managing Director of Visions of Independence, as they share practical strategies for creating accessible environments that empower individuals with low vision. Drawing from their extensive community and home-based work, they'll demonstrate how thoughtful modifications and supportive interventions can help people of all ages maintain independence, safety, and quality of life despite visual challenges.
The Student Navigation Center is hosting 2026-27 FAFSA filing assistance. Whether you're a first time applicant or just need a refresher, we're here to help! Don't miss out on this opportunity to get the financial aid you need for college.
Be sure to bring your FSA login information and any other financial information that may be required.
Salem State graduates, families and friends! Academic Affairs and Alumni Affairs invite you to a presentation about celebrating the Class of 2026! Find out about commencement tickets, Graduation Portraits, and everything that graduates and guests need to know as the countdown to cap and gown nears!
Thursday, April 16
Getting ready for the sun! Come join us for a 'sun'sational time! Offerings include sun safety, sun screenings to identify existing skin damage from UV exposure. Make a UV bead changing bracelet and practice Sun Salutation Yoga. A collaboration of Berry Library Makerspace, Counseling and Health Services and the Sport and Movement Science department.
Keep Your Head in the Game - 5-7:30 pm
Join the Mental Health Political Advocacy Coalition (MHPAC), the Brotherhood, and Brandon Teixeira, CEO and Founder of Mental Health Declassfied for half court basketball games and a workshop aimed at breaking the stigma men face around mental health.
The workshop is built around building strength and resilience, turning pain into purpose, and creating spaces for mental health conversations. Male students and athletes are highly encouraged to attend this engaging event. Come for all or part of the event and bring a friend. We hope to see you there!
The Twelfth Annual Sheila P. Kearney ’54, ‘67G Educators Pinning Ceremony - 6-8 pm
Join us as we Meet the Moment by celebrating all those who completed the 2026 educator license program.
The Educators Pinning Ceremony will include appetizers and refreshments, networking, and words of inspiration for our graduating students!
University Chamber Orchestra Concert -7:30-9 pm
The University Chamber Orchestra presents its end of semester concert under the direction of professor Mary-Jo Grenfell. This concert will feature senior music major, Ava O'Brien performing Trombone Concerto, op. 4 by Ferdinand David.
Admission to this concert is free. Goodwill offerings at the door are welcome to support the work of the department.
The Recital is located on the ground floor of 71 Loring Ave. Parking is available in the F/C Lot located directly across the street.
Friday, April 17
Child Wellbeing - 8:30 am-2:30 pm
The Center for Childhood & Youth Studies is hosting a free virtual conference that shares the Global Wisdom of 10 Scholars who are part of its international Fellows Program. Research and recommendations on how to improve children and youth wellbeing will be shared by scholars from England, China, India, Pakistan, and the USA.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 7:30-10 pm
Join Salem State theatre's celebration of 50 years of theatrical excellence and attend this dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London.
Saturday, April 18
Celebrating 50 Years of Theatre at Salem State - 6-10 pm
The theatre major is in the midst of its 50th year and we want to see you!
Join us for a complimentary reception to celebrate 50 years since our major was established and see all the incredible growth and change that’s happened in that time. We’ll reconnect, reminisce, enjoy each other’s company and then take in our spring production: Sweeney Todd.