Lecture to reveal myths behind Russian influence

This year's Stanley Erikson Lecture in Public Affairs will address the timely topic of the influence of Russia in American politics and elections.

China Studies Institute session

The Office of International and Off-Campus Programs will host an open forum with Dr. Hong Li, director of the China Studies Institute.

Boas, Bourdieu, and Bagels: Dr. Peter Kivisto

S.A.S.S: The Society for Anthropology and Sociology Students presents Boas, Bourdieu, and Bagels. Dr. Peter Kivisto will talk about "Park, DuBois and Early American Sociology on Race: The Chicago School vs. the Atlanta School."

Free bagels and coffee will be provided. 

Frieze Lectures to reveal life and times of 'French Moderns'

The Frieze Lecture Series is a 21-year partnership between the Rock Island Public Library and Augustana College to present four talks in the fall each year featuring Augustana faculty. This year's theme is "modern lives," in conjunction with the "French Moderns" exhibit at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport.

Polar Studies lecture to examine climate change, history

This fall's Center for Polar Studies lecture at Augustana will examine the Arctic's histories of science and colonialism in light of current thinking on climate change.

'Born This Way: Lesbian Moroccan Witches and Paré's use of Leo Africanus'

Dr. Emily Cranford, visiting assistant professor of French, will present the Tea Talk "Born This Way: Lesbian Moroccan Witches and Paré's use of Leo Africanus.”

Augie's Top Voice auditions

All singers are welcome to audition for Augie's Top Voice competition in Wallenberg Hall from 6-10 p.m. The event is put on by Sigma Kappa Tau and all proceeds go to Camp Kesem. 

Augie's Top Voice will be on Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.

President's open office hour

President Steve Bahls will be available to talk or answer questions from students. Stop by, say hello and talk about what's on your mind.

Oktoberfest

The 2nd annual Oktoberfest celebration and charity event benefiting The Quad Cities Closet 2 Closet presented by the men of Rho Nu Delta and ladies of Sigma Pi Delta is Oct. 13 at 1 p.m. at Armored Gardens in Davenport.