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Stay in the know about everything happening around campus this week! Discover upcoming events, important dates, and key deadlines so you can make the most of the month and never miss what matters.
Check out October Important Dates to Know!
Weeklong Event:
Join us for fun events throughout Orange Crush Week 2026 including Glow swings, a live DJ, fire pits and s'mores, Halloween Stuff-a-Squish, Pumpkin Painting, Cupcake Giveaway, and so much more!
Monday, October 12 - Indigenous People Day - No School
Tuesday, October 13
The Photograph/200 Years Later - 10 am-4 pm
It's been a year of anniversaries with America 250 and Salem 400+. Let's add the Bicentenary of Photography to that list!
The Winfisky Gallery recognizes this anniversary with the exhibition: The Photograph/200 Years Later - David Oxton: Trackside: Backyard Series.
Join us for the annual SSU Fall Fest on Marsh Quad!
Glow swings, a live DJ, fall treats, fire pits (and s'mores!)...what more could you need to celebrate the season on campus?! Don't forget to build your very own Halloween-themed stuff-a-squish with PC while you're there!
Stay for a bit or for a while- bring your friends and we'll see you there!
Wednesday, October 14
Fitness Challenge - Plank - 6:30 am-8 pm
Stop by the front desk at the Gassett Fitness Center during operating hours to compete against your peers on the Plank challenge! Person to hold the longest plank wins a Fitness Challenge T-shirt! No registration needed - active membership required.
Tap Dance with Jeffrey Bird - 10:50 am-12:05 pm
We are delighted to have Jeffrey Bird, Jr. on campus for this tap dance workshop in October. All are welcome to join!
Student Success Fair - 11:30 am-2 pm
Come visit all the offices who provide academic support and engagement to help YOU be as successful as possible this semester! Learn about their resources, find out how to set up appointments, and WIN SOME PRIZES!
Join The Center for Justice and Liberation for an intimate conversation exploring the intersection of Christianity and the LGBTQ+ community. During this program, Salem State University faculty will lead an informed discussion on the historical, cultural, and theological interpretations of Christian scripture as they relate to LGBTQ+ identities.
Thursday, October 15
Partnering with Expressive Therapists: Enhancing Outcomes Across the Lifespan - 5-7 pm
Join us for a virtual event exploring the vital role expressive therapies play in comprehensive, client-centered care. This session brings together practitioners from music therapy, art therapy, and dance/movement therapy to share how their disciplines complement and collaborate with other health professionals in supporting clients across the lifespan.
The Growing Rift Between Holocaust Scholars over Israel/Palestine - 6-7:30 pm
The field of Holocaust Studies has split in two. A chasm has been forming between scholars for decades, but especially since October 7. Unlike previous controversies in the field, the divide is neither methodological nor historical; it revolves around scholars’ role in the world today, particularly the public stand they take on Palestine/Israel. Central to this rift is the question of the Holocaust’s uniqueness and legacy. Please join us for a talk by Professor Shira Klein who will discuss the growing rift between Holocaust scholars in the aftermath of October 7.
This event is free and open to the public.
Music Faculty Recital - 7:30 pm
The Salem State music faculty present their fall recital in a program that ranges from classical to jazz. Faculty performers include Jean Danton, Steve Lacey, Cyndi Napierkowski, Ashley Offret, Beverly Soll, Eileen Yarrison and Holly Zagaria. Salem State students Max Beauregard and Jacqueline Hernandez will join them.
Admission is free, although a goodwill offering at the door is welcome.
Friday, October 16
Advising and Registration Prep Info Session - 1-1:30 pm
First year mentors in the First Year Experience office will be helping new students understand the advising and registration process by giving tips/suggestions and outlining the various resources and next steps as you prepare for selecting spring semester classes.
Sessions will be held via Zoom.
Friday-Sunday
Becky Nurse of Salem by Sarah Ruhl
Sarah Ruhl’s dark contemporary comedy follows Becky Nurse, a modern-day descendant of accused witch Rebecca Nurse in Salem. Becky’s been fired from her job at the local museum, troubled by her granddaughter’s boyfriend, is pining for a married man, and taking pain pills to cope after her daughter’s overdose. It seems hers is anything but a charmed life as Becky just tries to get by.
She looks to a local witch to help right her wrongs, leading to shocking, funny, and even disturbing results. Ruhl’s story reveals the real human beings inside the noise of history and how far one woman will go to hold onto what she holds dear.
Directed by Julie Kiernan
PERFORMANCES
October 16 and October 17, 7:30 pm
October 18, 2 pm
October 23, 7:30 pm and October 24, 7:30 pm
October 25, 2 pm
Athletics Schedule for the Week.
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