Greetings, Students & Scholars!

Decorative red and white graphic with a tiger, and text reading Happy Lunar New Year 2022 Year of the Tiger May your year be filled with an abundance of prosperity, smiles, and laughter

Happy frozen Friday! January might be almost over, but winter is still in full swing and as we approach February 1, we wish you all a Happy Lunar New Year. There’s something for everyone this week, whether you can’t get enough of outdoor adventures or want to stay warm inside while watching one of the fantastic film screenings. Or maybe you want to jumpstart your job hunt! We hope you enjoy this issue of the OIE “Friday Greetings” email.

OIE & CMU News & Events

Campus Posture Change

As previously announced, Carnegie Mellon will move to a Transitional campus posture starting Monday, Jan. 31. This means that most classes will move to in-person learning unless the course was originally scheduled to be taught remotely. You can check your class modality in SIO if you have any questions.

BUTOHOUSE Film Screening + Discussion with Filmmakers

Movie poster featuring Keisuke Oka and text Butohouse a film by Ila Beka and Louise Lemoine

The cold outside is brutal, but this film screening is the perfect reason to stay inside. On Monday, Jan. 31, from 12 to 1:30 p.m., join this virtual film screening for a special presentation of BUTOHOUSE. This brutalist portrait of Japanese architect-artist Keisuke Oka focuses on the house he has spent the last 15 years building in the center of Tokyo, just in front of a masterpiece by Kenzo Tange. Inspired by butoh dance, this concrete building follows the dynamic of an everyday total improvisation. Learn more about the film, watch the trailer and join the virtual event.

Encompass Virtual Days

Looking for an internship or a full-time job? Check out the Encompass Virtual Days! This two-day career fair starts on Tuesday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and continues on Wednesday, Feb. 2, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is CMU’s signature spring recruiting event bringing together arts, business, computer science, engineering, humanities, and science students from all colleges and majors. Offered in a virtual format spanning two days, students looking for full-time and internship opportunities are encouraged to attend! Registration is now open, and pre-registration is recommended.

Connect with us on Social Media

Join us on LinkedIn and Twitter! OIE has officially made the switch to Twitter and LinkedIn. Follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest announcements and all things OIE related. Join our LinkedIn group, and get connected with the OIE community! You can expect the same great content, including all things OIE, news and events, our Friday Greeting round-up, and more. As always, you can reach out directly to OIE by emailing us at oie@andrew.cmu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Our Pittsburgh Picks

Europe’s Moving Images: Pittsburgh EU Film Festival

Whether you want to venture across the city or stay warm at home, this hybrid film festival has options for everyone! Hosted by The Harris Theater, the EU Film Festival runs through Feb. 3, with various in-person screening times. Most of the feature-length films and all of the short films are available on demand during the festival. Masks are required for all in-person screenings. If you purchase tickets for a virtual screening, you will get a code to view the site’s films. You can find more information about the movie and buy tickets online.

SouthSide Works Skate

Decorative graphic text Winter Ice Rink at Southside Works

Want to get outside and still be able to grab a bite to eat or walk along a riverfront park? Head over to the SouthSide Works Skating Rink. Located in the North Lot next to Hyatt House, the SouthSide Works Skating Rink is a great option for winter fun. Skate rentals are available, and there are plenty of open skate times throughout the week. You can find out more information about open skate times and purchase tickets online.

Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show: Tropical Delight

Event poster featuring koi fish and tropical flowers with Phipps logo and text An Ocean of Color, Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show Jan. 15 - March 6

Escape the sub-zero Pittsburgh weather for a tropical paradise! Phipps Conservatory’s spectacular new exhibit runs now through Mar. 6. Check out vibrant and gorgeously varied orchids, and see unique, intricately cultivated tropical bonsai. This year’s theme, “Tropical Delight,” will be sure to add a bit of warmth to the drab winter weather with two of Phipp’s renowned collections. Find out more information and purchase tickets online.

GlobalPittsburgh First Thursdays

Interested in networking with globally-minded Pittsburghers? On Thursday, Feb. 3, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Roland’s Seafood Grill, 1904 Penn Ave. You can join other Pittsburghers for a chance to celebrate everyone and everything global in Pittsburgh. GlobalPittsburgh’s monthly happy hour series First Thursdays is a night of networking and socializing with different themes and activities. It’s an evening of friends, interesting conversation and good spirits. Everyone is welcome! Preregistration is required, and more information is available.

Have an Event or Announcement for Friday Greetings?

If you have an event or announcement that you wish to submit for inclusion in OIE's Friday Greetings newsletter, please submit it to ES-Communications@andrew.cmu.edu. Information should be submitted by Wednesday at 5 p.m. EST for inclusion in the following Friday's newsletter.

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