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March20 - Thu^6 p.m.Human Right Event with Moroccan social activist Lotfi LamraniAlice Ashley Jack Room, Smith Memorial Building
In this inaugural session of the Philosophy Café series, renowned Moroccan social activist Lotfi Lamrani will share his insights on cross-cultural understanding and the art of engaging in meaningful conversations with people from diverse backgrounds. Drawing on his extensive experience in humanitarian service, Mr. Lamrani will also guide us in exploring tangible ways to contribute to a better world for all.22 - Sat^9 a.m.Admitted Student Day
Randolph College Campus
An open house for admitted students and their families. Please register for Admitted Students Day at https://admission.randolphcollege.edu/portal/visit_events?id=15c819de-c527-4706-96dd-321271b93fd6 If further information or assistance is needed please call 434-947-8100 or e-mail admissions@randolphcollege.edu25 - Tue^9:30 a.m.Give Fest
Hampson Commons, Student Center7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!26 - Wed^4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Randolph Macon College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center27 - Thu^7:30 p.m.SciFest Keynote Speaker: NASA Planetary Protection Engineer, Dr. Moogega Cooper sponsored by BWXT
Smith Hall Theatre, Smith Memorial Building
7:30 p.m. | Smith Hall Theatre, Smith Building (#33 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) The Keynote is always the highlight of SciFest weekend! Dr. Cooper is a trailblazing engineer of the famed Mars Rover ‘Perseverance’ Mission for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Please join us for a reception with refreshments before the program at 6:45 pm, with meet & greet opportunities. To learn more about this year’s Keynote Speaker, see the Keynote Speaker Details @ https://randolphscience.org/scifest-keynote-speaker/ Just before the Keynote program, we'll be presenting our regional high school science teacher "STAR" Award. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!7:30 p.m.STAR Teacher Award Presentation
Smith Other , Smith Memorial Building
7:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.| Smith Theatre, Smith Hall (#33 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) At the beginning of the opening keynote event, we will award the SciFest STAR - the regional, high school Science Teacher Award from Randolph! This event is sponsored by the Al Stroobants Foundation. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!28 - Fri^3 p.m.Center for Student Research Open House
Center for Student Research (MN 137), Main Hall
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Room 137, Main Hall (#18 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Visit the Center for Student Research, the hub for student research and creative endeavors in all subjects, not just science. Drop by to see the space and hear from students who have participated in research and other out-of-class academic experiences, and learn about upcoming opportunities. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!4 p.m.Women in Science Panel
Nichols Theatre, Student Center
Panel | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Nichols Theatre, Student Center Reception | 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Hampson Commons, Student Center (#34 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Learn how our science alumnae have succeeded in their fields. Please join us if you are interested in hearing from successful women scientists, but especially if you are considering going into a career related to science. A reception for our panelists will be held immediately following the panel in Hampson Commons. This event is sponsored by Framatome. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!5 p.m.Women in Science Panel Reception
Hampson Commons, Student Center6 p.m.Poetry Jam! Reading and Competition Awards
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Thoresen Theatre, Leggett Building (#15 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Please join us for the reception, awards, and reading of all SciFest Poetry Jam! finalists from the STEM contest and the new James River Watershed contest. Refreshments will be served. Please note the location change from previous years. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!7:30 p.m.A Scientist Goes to the Movies: Twisters
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Thoresen Theatre, Leggett Building (#15 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Join us to watch the recent blockbuster movie, Twisters, and engage in commentary from a local scientist about the science behind the movie. Free popcorn for all! Parents, please note that this film has an R-rating and may not be appropriate for younger audiences. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!29 - Sat^11:45 a.m.Science Day for 3rd - 6th graders
Gym, Athletics and Dance Center
11:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Michels Athletic Center (MAC) (#31 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) 3rd-6th graders will be led through a series of 30-minute, fun, hands-on activities. A t-shirt, light snack, and a certificate of completion are given to all participants. This event is sponsored by United Bank. Audience: This event is open to 3rd-6th graders. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is required (limited to 300 students). Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!12 p.m.Science Day Fun for Little Scientists
Nursery School
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Randolph College Nursery School (#25 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Children ages 3-7 will enjoy about one hour of hands-on activities at the RC Nursery School, with sessions at 12p, 1p, 2p, and 3p. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Audience: This event is open to children ages 3-7. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is required (limited to 75 children per session). Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!1 p.m.Softball vs Shenandoah
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Greensboro College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center8:30 p.m.Glowstick Star Party
Winfree Observatory
8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Winfree Observatory (#42 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Come observe the night sky with various astronomical equipment. Refreshments will be served and glow sticks will be available for all! Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!30 - Sun^11 a.m.2025 Randolph College Science Festival - Maker Faire Lynchburg
Randolph College Campus
Maker Faire Lynchburg 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Main Hall, Student Center, Smith Building, Front Campus (various locations on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Come out and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, amazing exhibits, locally made products for sale, food trucks, a group build project and more! There will be activities for kids as young as 4, plus fun for grown-up makers too! The event is partnered with Vector Space. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is recommended. It helps us gauge how many people will be coming and to plan our exhibits and interactive displays. Plus, it enters you to win door prizes! Visit https://lynchburg.makerfaire.com/ to register and to learn more!11 a.m.2025 SMASH @ SciFest
Alice's E - Cade, Student Center
11:00 a.m. | Alice’s eCade, Student Center (#34 on the campus map https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Welcome gamers of all levels to a round robin mini-tournament! Participants can pre-register, and spectators can join to watch, with members of Randolph College eSports team as commentators! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required to watch, but gamer participation requires pre-registration. Visit https://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!12:30 p.m.Science Festival: Junior FIRST LEGO League EXPO
Smith Other , Smith Memorial Building
12:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Smith Memorial Building (#33 on the campus map : <https://www.randolphcollege.edu/about/visit/>) Explore FIRST LEGO - Our community’s students have been hard at work building LEGO contraptions. Come see them test their creations! A full schedule will be posted one week before the event. Audience: Registration is open to elementary school teams and individuals. All participants are welcome to join the competition on the day of the event. Public observers are welcome. Cost: The Expo is free to registrants and observers, but teams will need to register with FIRST to purchase challenge materials. See here for more details (<https://randolphscience.org/fll/>). Our optional smaller build challenge is free to registrants and observers with material costs covered by us.3 p.m.Guest Artist/Faculty Recital: music for brass and organ; Randall Speer, conducting; J. William Greene, organ
Houston Memorial Chapel
Guest Artist/Faculty Recital: music for brass and organ; Randall Speer, conducting; J. William Greene, organApril1 - Tue^7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!2 - Wed^12 a.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Averett
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Washington & Lee
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center4 - Fri^7:30 p.m.Spring Dance Concert, Third Space
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
Spring Dance Concert 2025. Third Space, directed by Claire Hancock. April 4-6. 2025. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 PM. Sunday at 2:00PM. Thoresen Theatre. Dance works by Miguel Perez, Kayla Farrish, Marquez Johnson, Sudesh and Vajira Mantillake, Stephanie Swithers, Reese Cooper, Mitchell Ngwenya, Yaya Vincent, Tamara Johnson, David Berkey, and Claire Hancock. www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets <http://www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets> $10 General. $5 Students and Seniors. Randolph College students and children under 12 free. Thoresen Theatre is in the Leggett Building on the Randolph Campus. Find your way to the theatre and parking: Randolph College Theatre Map <https://drive.google.com/open?id=1io-_zA-pSLbaYxZVqUmOm6EQv8g>5 - Sat^12 a.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Randolph Macon College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center9 a.m.Men's Wrestling Prospect Camp
Wrestling Gym - Bedford Ave., Athletics and Dance Center10 a.m.Capturing Connections: A Cyanotype Workshop for Teens
Maier Museum of Art
High school students are invited to dive into the world of cyanotype photography in this hands-on workshop inspired by "Ann Holsberry: Navigating Sea and Stars." Cyanotype, a camera-less technique known for its deep blue tones and ethereal qualities, allows for endless creative expression and experimentation. Working outdoors, like the artist herself, participants will create their own cyanotype prints, layering objects from nature onto light-sensitive paper and fabric to capture impressions that reveal intricate details and patterns. All supplies provided. No previous experience necessary! FREE but registration is required. Limited seats available. TO REGISTER: https://form.jotform.com/24345562404615312 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Warren Wilson
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center12 p.m.Men's Volleyball vs University of Lynchburg
Gym, Athletics and Dance Center1 p.m.Slow Art Day at the Maier Museum
Maier Museum of Art
The longer you look, they more you see! Drop by the Maier Museum of Art to participate in self-guided viewing activities as part of Slow Art Day, a global event founded in 2010 that encourages viewers to slow down and discover art in a new light. Join Maier docents and the curator of education at 4 p.m. for a facilitated discussion about your slow-looking experience. https://www.slowartday.com/2 p.m.Softball vs Ferrum
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center7:30 p.m.Spring Dance Concert, Third Space
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
Spring Dance Concert 2025. Third Space, directed by Claire Hancock. April 4-6. 2025. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 PM. Sunday at 2:00PM. Thoresen Theatre. Dance works by Miguel Perez, Kayla Farrish, Marquez Johnson, Sudesh and Vajira Mantillake, Stephanie Swithers, Reese Cooper, Mitchell Ngwenya, Yaya Vincent, Tamara Johnson, David Berkey, and Claire Hancock. www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets <http://www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets> $10 General. $5 Students and Seniors. Randolph College students and children under 12 free. Thoresen Theatre is in the Leggett Building on the Randolph Campus. Find your way to the theatre and parking: Randolph College Theatre Map <https://drive.google.com/open?id=1io-_zA-pSLbaYxZVqUmOm6EQv8g>6 - Sun^2 p.m.Spring Dance Concert, Third Space
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
Spring Dance Concert 2025. Third Space, directed by Claire Hancock. April 4-6. 2025. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 PM. Sunday at 2:00PM. Thoresen Theatre. Dance works by Miguel Perez, Kayla Farrish, Marquez Johnson, Sudesh and Vajira Mantillake, Stephanie Swithers, Reese Cooper, Mitchell Ngwenya, Yaya Vincent, Tamara Johnson, David Berkey, and Claire Hancock. www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets <http://www.randolphcollege.edu/tickets> $10 General. $5 Students and Seniors. Randolph College students and children under 12 free. Thoresen Theatre is in the Leggett Building on the Randolph Campus. Find your way to the theatre and parking: Randolph College Theatre Map <https://drive.google.com/open?id=1io-_zA-pSLbaYxZVqUmOm6EQv8g>8 - Tue^6 p.m.Borker Film: Taking Root
Nichols Theatre, Student Center
Join us to watch the inspiring documentary "Taking Root" the story of Dr.Wangari Maathai, the founder of the Green Belt Movement in Kenya and the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Please join us to learn how a simple act like planting trees can change the world.7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!12 - Sat^9 a.m.Admitted Student Day
Randolph College Campus
An open house for admitted students and their families. Please register for Admitted Students Day at https://admission.randolphcollege.edu/portal/visit_events?id=be9020c2-848f-486d-a2a9-ee6b2a8e5955 If further information or assistance is needed please call 434-947-8100 or e-mail admissions@randolphcollege.edu12 p.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Bridgewater College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center2 p.m.Softball vs Bridgewater College
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center13 - Sun^1 p.m.2025 Senior Presentations and Exhibition Opening
Maier Museum of Art
Join us for presentations by art history seniors Allie Allen, Elizabeth Bailey, and Jake Lofaso. Presentations followed by opening reception for the "2025 Senior Studio Art Thesis" exhibition (featuring Allie Allen and Elizabeth Bailey) and "Performance and Display: The Art of Renaissance Maiolica" (senior Jake Lofaso's museum and heritage studies capstone project).15 - Tue^6 p.m.Poetry Reading by Jim Peterson
Maier Museum of Art
Join us for a special evening to celebrate Jim Peterson’s newest book of poetry, Towheaded Stone Thrower: The Harriet Poems (Press 53, The Silver Concho Poetry Series). Peterson will read a selection of poems with musical interludes provided by Grant Kittrell. Jim Peterson is the author of eight collections of poetry, three chapbooks, numerous plays, a novel, Paper Crown, (Red Hen Press) available on Audible, and a collection of short stories, The Sadness of Whirlwinds, (Red Hen Press.) He is professor emeritus at Randolph College and formerly on the faculty of The University of Nebraska Omaha Low-Res MFA Program. FREE and open to the public.7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!16 - Wed^2 p.m.Softball vs Guilford
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Guilford College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center7:30 p.m.Guest Artist/Faculty Recital: Bellezza Chamber Ensemble
Wimberly Recital Hall, Presser Hall18 - Fri^4:30 p.m.Greek Play Auditions
Smith Hall Theatre, Smith Memorial Building
Audition for the 2025 Randolph College Greek Play: Sophocles' ANTIGONE. Information at www.randolphcollege.edu/cad19 - Sat^7 p.m.Track& Field WilldCat Twilight
WildCat Stadium Track, Athletics and Dance Center
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