Click on one of the Links below to Jump to that part of the Calender:
Exhibits
Opportunities
The Arts
Events
Sports/Fitness
Good Eats
Exhibits
SOUTHEAST MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Offers interactive and rotating exhibits in the Mori Hosseini Center, Bldg. 1200. Admission to the Museum is free. All events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Museum hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesdays and weekends from 1 to 5 p.m. 386-506-4475. All discussions are wheelchair-accessible. Information is also available at www.smponline.org Closed Mondays and for the following dates: Daytona 500 Weekend, Spring Break, Easter Sunday, July 4, July 30-Aug. and Thanksgiving Weekend.
Aug. 18 – October 6
“Critical Mass Top 50, 2012: Color and Light”
Curated by W.M. Hunt and presented in conjunction with “Photolucida,” the exhibit was organized and circulated by Photolucida in partnership with Kehrer Verlag, Blue Sky Gallery, the Center for Fine Art Photography, Jennifer Schwartz Gallery, and the Southeast Museum of Photography. The aim of Critical Mass, and all Photolucida programming, is to provide participants with career-building opportunities and to promote the best emerging and mid-career artists working today.
Aug. 28, 5-7 p.m. ─ Exhibition Reception
Sept. 13-Dec. 15
ANTHONY SUAU: “America: The Last Best Country”
For over 30 years, award-winning photojournalist Suau has been documenting significant political and economic issues, events and conflicts across the globe. In this series, Suau focuses on the United States during the first decade of the 21st Century. Traveling from coast-to-coast, Suau’s gritty black-and-white images shed light on the people and events that have shaped this nation since the new millennium alongside those that have been left to deal with the repercussions.
Sept. 13, 6-8 p.m. ─ Exhibition Opening and Artist Talk and Reception.
MAGDALENA SOLÉ: “The Mississippi Delta”
Solé’s Mississippi Delta is a photographic exploration of the Deep South Delta, evoking visions of sharecroppers, plantations and the sound of the Blues. The area has a small wealthy gentry and a large impoverished underclass. What is little known outside the Delta is the warmth, resilience, community and family cohesiveness of its people. In 2012, Solé’s in-depth study of the region was published as “New Delta Rising” (University Press of Mississippi).
Sept. 13, 6-8 p.m. ─ Exhibition Opening Reception
Sept. 27, 6-8 p.m. ─ Artist’s Talk and Reception
Film Series
MOVIE MATINEE SERIES: “Coming-of-Age”
Wednesday afternoon matinees continue with explorations of films about “coming-of-age” in all forms and variations featuring, films from Brazil, Italy, New Zealand, Czech Republic, Mexico, Australia, and the USA with common threads of love, family, and how people affect our lives. Movie admission by donation. No reserved seating. All screenings are at 1:30 p.m. in the SMP Madorsky Theater.
Sept. 4 ─ “A Bronx Tale,” Dir. Robert De Niro (USA, 1993) R
Sept. 11 ─ “City of God,” Dir. Fernando Meirelles, Kátia Lund (Brazil/France, 2002) R
Sept. 18 ─ “Cinema Paradiso,” Dir. Giuseppe Tornatore (Italy, 1988)
Sept. 25 ─ “Kolya, ” Dir. Jan Sverák (Czech Republic, 1996)
WEDNESDAY MOVIE: “Love and Sex”
This interdisciplinary series presents a range of titles that examine matters of love and sex in human relationships. Join series host, DSC faculty member Eric Breitenbach and a variety of guest lecturers for background information, discussion and audience Q & A. Movie admission by donation. No reserved seating. All screenings are at 7:30 p.m. in the SMP Madorsky Theater.
Sept. 4 ─ “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” Dir. Stanley Kramer (USA, 1967)
Sept. 11 ─ “Lost in Translation,” Dir. Sofia Coppola (USA, 2003) R
Sept. 18 ─ “After Dark My Sweet,” Dir. James Folley (USA, 1990) R
Sept. 25 ─ “Manhattan,” Dir. Woody Allen (USA, 1979)
EXHIBITION FILM SERIES: “Cuba, The Violet Isle”
Important classic and contemporary films from Cuba. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition “The Violet Isle.” Movie admission by donation. No reserved seating. All screenings are at 7 p.m. Thursdays in the SMP Madorsky Theater.
Sept. 5 ─ “Viva Cuba,” Dir. Juan Carlos Cremata Malberti (Cuba, 2005)
Sept. 12 ─ “La Cuba Mia,” Dir. Oscar Gomez (Cuba, 2002)
Sept. 26 ─ “Life Is To Whistle,” Dir. Fernando Pérez (Cuba, 1998)
FILM MOVEMENT FEATURE SERIES: “Contemporary Global Cinema”
Emerging directors present film festival and alternative titles, ranging from searing drama to quirky romances. Presented in association with Film Movement, a global, non-profit independent film distributor. Movie admission by donation. No reserved seating. All screenings are at 1:30 p.m. Fridays in the SMP Madorsky Theater.
Sept. 6 ─ “Foreign Letters,” Dir. Ela Their (USA, 2012)
Sept. 13 ─ “The Piano in a Factory,” Dir. Zhang Meng (China, 2010)
Sept. 20 ─ “Before Your Eyes, Dir. Miraz Bezar (Turkey, 2009)
MUSEUM FILM SERIES: “Is the Book Always Better?”
Films presented in this series puts, “The book is always better than the film,” to the test as each film is arguably better than the book that they are based on. Host Bryan Seagrave, a DSC staff member and movie blogger (moviestop10.tumblr.com), will introduce each feature, as well as lead a post-screening audience discussion comparing the film to the book. Movie admission by donation. No reserved seating. All screenings are at 7 p.m. Fridays in the SMP Madorsky Theater.
Sept. 6 ─ “Psycho,” Dir. Alfred Hitchcock (USA, 1960). R
Sept. 20 ─ “Blade Runner,” Dir. Ridley Scott (USA, 1982)
SMP Children’s Program
Sept. 7, 1-3 p.m. Family Photo Fun Day. Play With Your Food (all skill levels) and enjoy an afternoon of FREE parent-child art and photography sessions for children aged 6-12. Our backdrop will be decorated in a fall theme (pumpkins, hay bales, flowers, etc.) so be sure to wear (or bring along) clothing that will complement the scene. As a bonus, kids will have the opportunity to create custom wooden photo frames using a special transfer technique. They will be able to choose from a variety of fall images to transfer to their frame, and then finish it by adding their family portrait. Due to limited space, all children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and pre-registration is required. Hosseini Center (Bldg. 1200), SMP, Education Area. 386-506-4569.
WELCOME BACK!
The Daytona Campus and Student Activities will host festivities, including food, games and give-aways 11-1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 in the courtyard area. Festivities follow on Sept. 4, 11a.m.-1 p.m., DeLand Campus; Sept. 5, 9-11 a.m., Deltona Campus; Sept. 11, 10:30-12:30 p.m., Flagler-Palm Coast Campus; Sept. 12, 2:30-4:30, Advanced Technology College; Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-noon, New Smyrna Beach Campus. Call 386-506-3131.
COLLEGE CLOSED ─ Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day Holiday.
STEM TALKS
Sept. 4, 5-6 p.m., “The Growing Influence of Paul Erdos – a Legend of 20th Century Mathematics,” presented by Alladi Krishnaswami, Ph.D., Department of Mathematics, University of Florida. A stimulating discussion about number theory and the field of discrete mathematics. Krishnaswami received his master’s degree and Ph.D. From the University of California, Los Angeles and has been teaching at UF since 1986. Madorsky Theater, in the Hosseini Center (Bldg. 1200). Call 386-506-3779 or visit http://www.drtulsian.com/seminars_2013-14.php.
Sept. 18, 5-6 p.m. ─ STEM Seminar Series: “Trying to Think Big in Conservation? Space, Time, and Ambition,” presented by Reed Noss, Department of Biology, University of Central Florida. Madorsky Theater.
KICKOFF EVENT
Sept. 18, 12:30 p.m. ASID Student Chapter’s Fall Semester Kick-Off. DSC’s student chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers will host its fall kick-off, featuring keynote speaker Kyle Pollard, sales rep and paint expert with Benjamin Moore. Free and open to the public. Advanced Technology College, 1770 Technology Blvd. RVSP at 386-506-4158 or creameb@DaytonaState.edu.
GALA EVENING
Sept. 19, 5:30-9:30 p.m., the DSC Foundation presents the 2013 Annual Gala honoring Lesa France Kennedy, CEO of the International Speedway Corporation and Vice Chairperson of NASCAR. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available. Proceeds benefit student scholarships and campus growth initiatives. The French-themed event offers delicious hors d’oeuvres and exquisite haute cuisine paired with wine par excellence. Guests may select from seven entrée selections carefully prepared by culinary students under the guidance of award-winning instructor and master chef, Costa Magoulas. The pièce de résistance for the evening will be live and silent auctions, where guests can bid on a variety of items and services donated by the local community. Individual tickets are $125 per person. Sponsorships also are available at a variety of levels. Hosseini Center (Bldg. 1200). For tickets or information, call 386-506-3724 or visit http://donate.daytonastate.edu/.
SO LONG, SACS
Sept. 26, 9:15 a.m. SACS Exit Conference will culminate the college’s reaccreditation visit. Daytona Beach Campus, Bergengren Hall, Bldg. 110, rm. 112. Call 386- 506-3904.
DIANE PARKS
Aug. 23, 6 p.m opening reception. Show continues through Nov. 15. Free. News-Journal Center, North Lobby/Art Gallery, 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach. FFor additional information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts or call (386) 226-1927.
DIVAS ON DEMAND
Sept. 8, 2:30 p.m. Mezzo Soprano Janet Rabe-Meyer and Soprano Cynthia Fisher will sing an uplifting concert of sacred music and American spirituals, accompanied by Richard Butler on piano. News-Journal Center at Daytona State College, Gillespy Theater.
CHRISTMAS ANYONE?
Sept. 11 Yuletide Feast tickets go on sale for the event featuring Lords & Ladies of the Royal Court in an evening of feasting, singing and merriment during the Christmas season. The singing, dancing and dialogue are accompanied by the Halifax Consort Early Music Ensemble and the DSC Brass Choir while patrons dine on a sumptuous feast. Always a sellout – be sure to get your tickets early! Presented Dec. 9-12, 6:30 p.m. in in the Goddard Performance Hall on the college’s Daytona Beach Campus. Tickets are $40 per person. Tickets on sale at the News-Journal Center Box Office or by calling 386-226-1927. Online ticketing at www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
JAZZING IT UP
Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m. will offer original jazz compositions, featuring the DSC Faculty Jazz Ensemble. Compositions by jazz piano instructor Chris Rottmayer, which are a combination of jazz and classical techniques.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m. A program of vocal and instrumental selections by a variety of favorite DSC faculty members. The program will feature French horn player Bill Warnick, trombonist Ed Morse and trumpeter Peter Waidelich. Rose Grace will accompany on piano. News-Journal Center at Daytona State College, Gillespy Theater.
MORE AT THE CENTER
At Daytona State College. For a full roster of events, visit: For additional information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts or call 386-226-1927.
VENUE LOCATIONS
News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Free parking for college events in lot and behind shops.); J.M. Goddard Center (Bldg. 230), Daytona Beach Campus. Free parking in lots off of White Street and Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard.
Ticket Information
The J.M. Goddard Center and the News-Journal Center are wheelchair accessible. Please mention at the time you purchase tickets any special seating requirements. Groups requiring handicapped seating or other special needs should call the Box Office no less than five days prior to the show. NOW FEATURING RESERVED SEATING! You are now able to choose your favorite seat and rest assured that it will be waiting for you when you arrive. Tickets are available at the News-Journal Center Box Office located at 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Box Office Hours: Wednesdays-Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact the News-Journal Center Box Office by calling 386- 226-1927. Online ticketing can be made at www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
Seating begins one half-hour prior to curtain time on a first-come basis, except when reservations are required. Patrons should arrive no less than 10 minutes prior to curtain time for seating. No seating after a performance begins except at the discretion of the house manager.
All events are $8 per person or two for $15 and free to Daytona State College, Volusia and Flagler County students, unless otherwise stated.
CAFÉ 101
Café 101 is a teaching café and kitchen operated by Daytona State College students, under the supervision of our chef instructors. Café 101, which has been highly rated by the Daytona Beach News-Journal, is open for lunch Monday through Friday with seating times of 11:30 a.m. or noon and dinner on Wednesday evenings with seating times of 5:30 or 6 p.m. Café 101 features a fixed-price menu of $11 for lunch and $15 for dinner (including tax). Patrons receive an appetizer, entree, dessert and beverage. Vegetarian meals are available by request. Gratuities are welcome and help fund student scholarships. Credit cards are accepted. Seating is by reservation only. To make reservations call 506-3859
COFFEE/BAKE SHOPS
Fresh-baked goodies and coffee is served from morning to early afternoon in the foyer of the Mori Hosseini Center (Bldg. 1200). Hours: 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays. There is an alternate location in the campus Library, Bldg. 231, Daytona Beach.
Fitness/Sports
SEE DBCC’S WEB PAGE AND GO TO THE ATHLETICS LINK FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF FALCON GAMES OR GO TO http://go.daytonastate.edu/athletics/main.html
LADY FALCONS GOLF
Sept. 21–22, Lady Falcon Invitational, hosted by DSC Lady Falcons Golf. LPGA International Golf Club, Daytona Beach. Call 386- 506-3282.
VOLLEYBALL DEBUT
Sept. 27, noon. DSC’s new Women’s Volleyball team has its first Home Game vs. Hillsborough Community College, Daytona Beach Campus, Lemerand Center (Bldg. 310). Call 386-506-3670
Sept. 27, 4 p.m. DSC vs. Palm Beach State College.
INTRAMURALS
For information on intramural/recreational activities, contact 506-3486 and talk to director Lori Lemoine . The office is in the Student Center, Bldg. 130, Rm. 110, or go to: www.DaytonaState.edu/student_act/intramurals.html
HEALTH & WELLNESS
For a full roster of classes, go to: www.DaytonaState.edu/fitness_ctr or www.DaytonaState.edu/aquatic_ctr
CENTER FOR MEN &WOMAN
FRESH START FOR MEN
Sept. 9-Oct. 2, 1:30-3:30 p.m. A four-week program assists men who desire to make a successful transition into career and technical training programs at DSC. Students explore career options, examine educational opportunities, and establish personal and career goals. They will also learn interview and job-readiness skills and how to create a resume for successful entrance into the workforce. Participants must have a high school diploma/GED or be willing to pursue a GED at the DSC. Free classes meet over the course of 4-weeks, M-W. Daytona Beach Campus, Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100), rm. 219. Call 386-506-3068.
FRESH START FOR WOMEN
Sept. 16–Oct. 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. This three-week program assists women who desire to make a successful transition into career and technical training programs at DSC. Students explore career options, examine educational opportunities, and establish personal and career goals. They will also learn interview and job-readiness skills and how to create a resume for successful entrance into the workforce. Participants must have a high school diploma/GED or be willing to pursue a GED at the DSC. Free classes meet M-F, Daytona Beach Campus, Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100), rm. 219. Call 386-506-4377. Sept. 23–Oct. 11, 1-5 p.m. , Fresh Start for Women classes begin at Flagler/Palm Coast Campus, 3000 Palm Coast Parkway S.E. Call (386) 246-4871. Sept. 23–Oct. 11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.M-F, Fresh Start for Women classes begin at Deltona Campus, Bldg. 102, Rm. 001, 2351 Providence Blvd., Deltona. Call 386-789-7320.
CALLING ALL WRITERS/EDITORS
In Motion, the campus newspaper, seeks students interested in writing sports, arts and entertainment, news or features, as well as artists, copy editors, photographers and cartoonists. Some scholarships are available. Meetings are 4 p.m. Wednesdays in the Lenholdt Student Center, Bldg. 130, Rm. 119. 386-506-3268 or 506-3686. Contact Adviser Elena Jarvis, 506-3268, for information on the paper or Aeolus literary magazine or e-mail Aeolus@DaytonaState.edu or InMotion@DaytonaState.edu
THE ENGLISH CLUB
A local chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta. It meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. in Bldg. 500, rm 210.. Refreshments are served at every meeting. A movie is also shown at every meeting. Past films include “Five Easy Pieces,” “Anne of a Thousand Days” and “Bonnie and Clyde.” On occasion, the club puts on poetry readings. At least twice a year members attends performances of the Orlando Shakespeare Theater. Any student, faculty or staff member is eligible to join. There is no membership fee. although students who meet the criteria can pay $30 and become members of the national organization.
PTK MEMBERSHIP
To join Phi Theta Kappa, the campus honor society, come by Bldg. 130, Rm. 106 and fill out an application. 3.25 GPA required. Daytona Campus meetings are 1 p.m. Mondays, Bldg. 130, Rm. 154. The Flagler-Palm Coast PTK chapter is now looking for students to join their efforts. Requires a 3.5 GPA. Contact the FPC Campus or Robert Mogar ext. 4806
SPA
The Student Photography Association of DSC and UCF (see this month’s Centerspread story on pages 6-7) fosters artistic encouragement and professionalism in photo students on campus. The first club meeting will be Aug. 29 at noon in Bldg 530 room 118. SPA meets the last Thursday of every month. Daytona State adviser is Roger Linke and for UCF it is Laine Wyatt. SPA will host a screening of “The Avengers,” in conjunction with UCF’s Student Outreach Services on Aug. 30 in Bldg 530, room 118. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie will start at 6:30. As each individual signs in, they will receive a voucher card. This voucher card allows each individual to receive one candy, one popcorn and one drink.
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION
Academic support for students enrolled in difficult required courses. It is an academic assistance program that increases student performance and a peer-facilitated out-of-class study group that incorporates study skills with course content. This program targets high-risk courses rather than high-risk students. High-risk courses are traditionally difficult due to their content. Courses targeted for this program: MAC 1105 College Algebra, BSC 1085 Hum Ant & Phys I, MCB 1010 Microbiology, CHM 1025 Intro to Chemistry, BSC 1005 Survey Biology. For more information contact Fatima Gilbert at 506-3356.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Enjoy a therapeutic massage provided by the students of the Massage Therapy program. Available by appointment only spring semester. $15 for one hour. Bldg. 320, Rm. 138. Call 506-3229 or 506-3185.