Patrick is a paranormal investigator for TruTV’s “Haunting Evidence.”
He will talk about “haunting” cases he has worked on and what’s involved
in a paranormal investigation.

Come to the presentation and enter the drawing* for a chance
to accompany Patrick on an investigation on the Nichols College campus.
(*drawing to participate in the investigation is for Nichols students only.)

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Cross Campus Critical Issues Program (CCCI:) “Recession 2009: Transition or Transformation?”

Nichols College professors debate the following topic. How much regulation does capitalism need to maximize its benefits and minimize its costs to society.

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Cross Campus Critical Issues Program (CCCI:) “Recession 2009: Transition or Transformation?”

Noted political economist and historian Gar Alperovitz argues that the first decade of the 21st Century is producing conditions that will force the United States to undergo historic changes. Neither Democrats nor Republicans have, until now, had coherent responses to these challenges.

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Cross Campus Critical Issues Program (CCCIP) “Recession 2009: Transition or Transformation?”

As part of the Cross Campus Critical Issues Program, the David Maxwell Trio will perform Blues music highlighting how music relates to periods of economic turmoil. David Maxwell has played with some of the greatest and best-known blues musicians over the years. He plays the piano to many styles of blues, jazz and improvised music, but is best known for his soulful virtuosity and unmatched ability to reach the heart of post-war Chicago Blues. Through his work, he has gained the respect of artists, critics and fans and has established a reputation as one of the finest blues pianists alive.

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Nichols College Professors Wayne-Daniel Berard and Ezat Parnia along with Mr. Joe Shea take questions from attendees about perceptions, misconceptions and attitudes about the three major religions. Based on a very popular course offering last year, Professors Berard and Parnia and Mr. Shea will also be presenting at a conference later this semester.

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Renowned clock historian and craftsman, Mr. David Gow discusses his lifes work as a restorer of vintage clocks, including an historic clock here at Nichols College. Our days are ruled by the management of time: class schedules, meetings, appointments, entertainment and even sleep. Mr. Gow will explore the origins of time keeping and the evolution of clocks.

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After 30 years as a business consultant focusing on accounting, taxation and business plan development, Mr. John Troland, Nichols Class of 1965 turned himself into a very successful talk show host. His show, Business Beat Live features prominent business executives, authors of business books and many other guests of national stature who come from all over the United States to appear on the program.

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You and your friends can be placed in any scene!  Pose in front of the pyramids, swim with sharks, pet the lions or choose from custom graphics.

In the simulator you’ll put on the VR goggles and will be ready to race down the mountain, skate through an intense skate park or ride the ocean waves.  Feels like the real thing, without the bumps and bruises!

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Several states available or customize your own!  Personalize your plate with your name or an acronym.

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Decepticon forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky prisoner, after the young hero learns the truth about the ancient origins of the Transformers. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second epic battle.

Rated:  PG-13

This movie is free and open to the public.

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