Greetings, Students & Scholars!

Spring Carnival is back! These three days are some of the best all year, and we hope you've enjoyed being together in person for everything from Booth to Buggy. It's a big week across campus and even the city, with the spring musical beginning and the Pirate Opening Day game. We hope you enjoy this issue of the OIE "Friday Greetings" email.

OIE & CMU News & Events

Spring Carnival

Spring Carnival is in full swing! This time-honored tradition has been one of CMU's most anticipated annual events for more than 100 years. Experience everything from Booth to Buggy races from now until Saturday, culminating in Sweepstakes finals. Both virtual and in-person events will be held this year. Check out the schedule!

Holi 2022

Event poster for Holi 2022 with text April 10 2-6 p.m. The Mall Doors open at 1:30 p.m.! Featuring Arjun. Ticket Prices $5 for CMU students $5 for Pitt students, Includes entry and 1 packet of color. T-shirts include with the first 300 tickets. In front of Hamerschlag Hall @ CMU

Bring some color and joy to your week! On April 10, from 1:30 p.m., at The Mall outside Hamerschlag Hall, join CMU Om for Holi 2022. This event will feature performances by CMU and Pitt's South Asian dance and acapella teams, culminating with Arjun, a British-Sri Lankan singer who has performed around the world and recorded songs for various Bollywood movies. The first 300 attendees will receive a white t-shirt (we recommend bringing your own that you don't mind getting colored, just in case). Everyone will receive a pack of color. Enjoy music, food, and friends in this colorful celebration. Learn more here.

School of Design Lecture Series: Louis Elwood-Leach of LEGO

Poster with LEGO logo, and text Product and Experience Designer Louis Elwood Leach. Margaret Morrison Breed Hall Room 103, April 11 at 5 p.m. In-person

LEGOs are changing the world, one interactive design at a time! On Monday, April 11, from 5 to 6 p.m., head over to Breed Hall at Margaret Morrison Carnegie Hall for a lecture with Louis Elwood-Leach, a designer at LEGO. Originally from New Zealand and educated in industrial design, Louis freelanced in NYC, exploring interactive technologies such as AR and AI. His childhood ambition to work for LEGO brought him to the tiny town of Billund, Denmark, in 2019. As part of LEGO's newly formed Interactive Design Team, his work touches on physical and digital interactions, exploring early-stage concepts across the company's technology platforms and products. Learn more about Louis' talk.

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812

Poster with night sky and people dancing, and text Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812. By Dave Malloy, directed by Tome Cousin, music direction by Rick Edinger, April 14-23 at CMU's The Chosky Theater

Calling all drama lovers! The spring musical premiers Thursday, April 14, at 8 p.m. and runs through April 23. This musical adaptation of part of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace focuses on the story of Natasha and Anatole and Pierre's search for the meaning of life. You can reserve your free tickets beginning at noon the business day before the performance. Tickets can be reserved online or over the phone at (412) 268-2407.

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Our Pittsburgh Picks

2022 Opening Day At PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates opening day promo poster with text $4.12 tickets for 4/12 Celebrate the city we all love on opening day at PNC park with $4.12 seats

Play ball! The Bucks are back in the 'Burgh for their home opener against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, April 12, at 4:12 p.m. Head down to PNC Park to watch the game and see one of the best baseball parks in the country. Whether you love baseball or you want to explore the new Riverwalk, Pirates games have something for everyone. Learn more and purchase tickets in advance.

Spring Flower Show: Sunshine and Rainbows

Event logo with rainbow made of flowers and text Sunshine and Rainbows

Everything's coming up sunshine and rainbows! The Phipps Spring Flower Show runs until Saturday, April 17, and brings a welcome burst of color after a cold, grey Pittsburgh winter. This year's show features a glowing sun, cascading rainwater, and blooms showcasing the entire rainbow and promising even more vibrance than ever! Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Have an Event or Announcement for Friday Greetings?

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