What We Brought with Us: An Exhibition

Nov. 25 thru Dec. 6, All Day, Hunt Library Sustainability Studio

What We Brought with Us is an exhibition that presents images of objects carried by some of Academy in Exile’s fellows when they fled from their countries of origin to Germany. 

What We Brought with Us was developed by Academy in Exile at TU Dortmund University, one of the three universities that comprise the University Alliance Ruhr in Germany.

Learn more

CMU PD Annual Holiday Toy Drive

Nov. 25 to Dec. 9, All Day, Various Locations

The season of giving is here! Join the CMU Police Department in spreading holiday cheer to children in the Hazelwood-Pittsburgh area.

We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys for kids of all ages to make their holiday season a little brighter. Drop off donations at the following locations through Monday, Dec. 9:

• CMU PD station, 4551 Filmore Street
• Cohon University Center
• Hunt Library
• Mellon Institute
• Tepper School of Business
• Warner Hall

Every donation makes a difference. Together, we can bring joy and smiles to the children in our community!

Carnegie Mellon Jazz Orchestra and JIVE-Carnegie Melllon Jazz Choir

Monday, Dec. 2, 7 to 9 p.m., Kresge Theatre, CFA

The Carnegie Mellon School of Music Jazz Ensembles explore a variety of jazz genres, from traditional swing to current trends in jazz fusion and jazz chamber music, while also performing jazz classics in a big band style.

Mark Snyder, Director of Carnegie Mellon Jazz Orchestra
Betsy Lawrence, Director of JIVE-Carnegie Mellon Jazz Choir

Program: 

• John Coltrane, Blue Train
• Horace Silver, Song For My Father
• Sammy Nestico, Hay Burner
• Chick Corea, 500 Miles High
• Lennon-McCartney, In My Life
• Oliver Nelson, Miss Fine
• Oliver Nelson, Blues and the Abstract
• Oliver Nelson, For Lena and Lennie

Cost: Free and open to the public; Tickets required.

Playtest Night

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 6 to 8 p.m., Hunt Library, Studio A (106B)

Join us for Playtest Night, an ongoing event series where Entertainment Technology Center and IDeATe students make their project work available for playtesting by guests.

This is an exciting, hands-on opportunity to interact with new, dynamic projects and give feedback to students who are in the process of testing and tweaking their creation. Pizza will be provided.

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series: Lorna McGhee

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Kresge Theatre, CFA

The Carnegie Mellon University Chamber Series brings together members of the CMU faculty and Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for outstanding music making in an intimate space.

Program:

• Amy Beach: Theme and Variations for Flute and String Quartet, op.80
  • Lorna McGhee, flute
  • David McCarroll, violin
  • Justine Campagna, violin
  • David Harding, viola
  • Angela Park, cello
• Henry Purcell: Chaconne in g minor
  • David McCarroll, violin
  • Justine Campagna, violin
  • David Harding, viola
  • Angela Park, cello
• Benjamin Britten: String Quartet No.2
  • David McCarroll, violin
  • Justine Campagna, violin
  • David Harding, viola
  • Angela Park, cello

Cost: Free and open to the public; Tickets required.

This Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series Concert was generously underwritten by Dr. Owen Cantor.

University Stores Holiday Open House

Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., University Stores, CUC

Join University Stores on Dec. 4 and 5 to celebrate the season with exclusive promotions, festive fun and great holiday cheer! Here’s what you can expect:

• Starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, the first 75 purchases will receive a Mini Campfire Mug Ornament for FREE!
• Store-wide promos to check off every item on your list
• Free bear with $150+ purchases
• Gameday collection sale for fan-favorite apparel
• Scotty Squishable special to bring home CMU spirit
• Free snacks
• Holiday make-and-take craft tables
• Stocking stuffers for everyone

Stop by, sip some cider, and enjoy the holiday spirit with us at the Carnegie Mellon University Stores. See you there!

Monthly Gratitude Gathering

Wednesday, Dec. 4, noon to 1 p.m., Well-Being Lab, Highmark Center

Join us for a gratitude gathering on the first Wednesday of every month to pause, reflect and appreciate the goodness in our lives.

No registration required.

This event is free and open to the CMU community members.

Provost's Office Hours

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Student Academic Success Center (Posner Hall 1st Floor)

Provost Jim Garrett is holding monthly office hours for all faculty, staff and students.

He welcomes you to use this time as an opportunity for a one-on-one conversation to tell him what’s on your mind, and share your experiences, ideas and aspirations for Carnegie Mellon.

Breathe, Reset and Connect with Your Heart

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2 to 2:45 p.m., Hunt Library, Room 308

Need a break from all the screen time? Join us for a rejuvinating 40-minute workshop focused on reconnecting with your body and mind. Discover the power of simple yet effective techniques like breathwork, gentle movement and heart-centered meditation. 

No experience needed - just an open mind and a desire to relax. We'll provide water and herbal tea.

Register

CMU Humanities Study Break

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Posner 343

Take a break from the end of the semester stress. Come relax a bit and refresh. We'll have Mediterranean food, snacks, coffee, drinks and more. There will be fun games, stress balls and a chance for community. All majors, additional majors, minors and first year students in History, English, Philosophy and LCAL are invited.

Kiltie Band 40th Annual Holiday Concert

Thursday, Dec. 5, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m., Kirr Commons (CUC) or online

Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with punch, cookies, and a great collection of festive music performed by CMU’s very own precision standing (and sitting) Kiltie Band!

You can also tune in to the live stream on the CMU Kiltie Band Facebook page or YouTube channel (but sadly without virtual punch and cookies). We look forward to seeing you there!

Carnegie Mellon Philharmonic and Chorus

Thursday, Dec. 5, 8 to 10 p.m., Carnegie Music Hall, Oakland

• Daniel Nesta Curtis, Interim Director of Orchestral Studies
• Thomas W. Douglas, Director of Choral and Opera Studies
• Jordan Holloway, guest conductor

Program:

• Carter Pann - Slalom
• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a
• P. I. Tchaikovsky/Duke Ellington/Billy Strayhorn (orchestral adaptation by Jeff Tyzik) - Nutcracker Suite
• George Frideric Handel - Selections from The Messiah

Cost: $10 (Regular Admission) $5 (Senior Citizen, 65+)

Admission:  All students, along with CMU/Pitt faculty and staff, are free w/ valid ID

Carnegie Mellon Philharmonic and Chorus: Handel's Messiah

Friday, Dec. 6, noon to 2 p.m., Great Hall, CFA

• Daniel Nesta Curtis, Interim Director of Orchestral Studies
• Thomas W. Douglas, Director of Choral and Opera Studies

Program: George Frideric Handel - Selections from The Messiah

Cost: Free and open to the public; No tickets required.

Almost Midnight Breakfast

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 8 to 11 p.m., Rangos Ballroom, CUC

Join the Fraternity & Sorority Life community as they host Almost Midnight Breakfast!

CMU staff and faculty cook omelets and serve students breakfast during finals week. In addition to fresh-cooked omelets, breakfast includes hash browns, scrambled eggs, bacon, and french toast sticks.

This event is free and is held on the Tuesday night prior to Reading Day. All undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to attend.

SDeStress: Holiday Edition

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., SDS Conference Room, Porter Hall 223D

Join your fellow SDS friends and advisors to melt your stress away as you get ready for finals. There will be:

• Comfort food, including mac and cheese!
• A hot chocolate bar
• Goodie bags with snacks for finals
• Gratitude card decorating supplies
• Puzzles and a candy "guess how many" jar
• DOGS to cuddle!

Ugly sweaters are encouraged!

Open to all! Bring your friends!

Meet Me @, IDeATe Fall 2024 Exhibition

Wednesday, Dec. 11, noon to 5 p.m., Studio Theater, CUC

Meet Me @ is a semesterly exhibition of the imaginative and innovative projects and research devised and developed at IDeATe.

For fall 2024 you can expect game play, a mending workshop, shadow play animations, textiles and more. It is an all-around engaging afternoon at the creative intersection of art and technology.

We encourage all students, faculty and staff to attend.

Programming updates available on the event webpage.