Events

The Office of Student Life and CUA’s academic departments are organizing events in October and November tied to the Opus Prize and its theme. The first is a three-part documentary film series called “In Pursuit of Human Dignity,” which explores the theme of social justice. Following are dates and details of the events:

• Wednesday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m.: screening of the 2007 documentary “Sold: Fighting the New Global Slave Trade,” which follows three abolitionists from three different faith traditions, each working to combat slavery in a different part of the world. Jody Hassett Sanchez, director and producer, will be on hand to talk about the movie. William Barbieri, associate dean for graduate studies, theology and religious studies, will facilitate the event. Caldwell Hall, Auditorium.
  
  
• Wednesday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m.: screening of the 2006 documentary "Black Diamonds,” which looks at the impact of surface coal extraction on the environment and communities of West Virginia. Catherine Pancake, director and producer, will talk about the film afterward. Media studies assistant professor Jennifer Horne will facilitate the event. Caldwell Hall, Auditorium.
  
  
• Wednesday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m.: screening of the 2007 documentary “The Power of Forgiveness,” which examines the role forgiveness can play in alleviating anger and grief, as well as the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that come with forgiveness. Adele Schmidt, producer and editor, will talk about the movie. Linda Plitt Donaldson, assistant professor of social work, will facilitate the event. Caldwell Hall, Auditorium.
  
  
• Tuesday, Nov. 6, noon to 2 p.m.: A discussion event titled “Witnesses to Human Dignity: A Conversation With the Opus Prize Finalists” will feature Brother Stan, Father Adams and Father Carcellar. Moderated by Dean James Zabora, the event will include a multimedia presentation about the finalists and a Q-and-A session. Free boxed lunches provided. Pryzbyla Center, Great Room.
  
  
• Tuesday, Nov. 6, 8 p.m.: Mass. Brother Stan will deliver a reflection.
  
  
• Thursday, Nov. 8, 7-9 a.m.: Campus Ministry trip to SOME with the Opus Prize finalists to serve breakfast to the homeless. After breakfast, Father Adams will speak to the students about service. (Participation is limited.)
  
  
• Thursday, Nov. 8, 1 p.m.:  The Columbus School of Law and the Opus Prize Committee host "The Legal Challenges of Organizing the Homeless: A Philippine Success Story," a presentation by Opus Prize finalist Father Carcellar and colleagues from the Philippines. Moderated by Frederick Ahearn, professor, National Catholic School of Social Service. Columbus School of Law, Walter A. Slowinski Courtroom. A reception will follow in the Keelty Atrium.
  
  
• Thursday, Nov. 8, 4:30 p.m.: Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Vincent de Paul Chapel.  Mass will be followed by reception and awards dinner at the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center.
  
  
• Thursday, Nov. 8, 6:00 p.m.: Reception and awards dinner at the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center.  (By invitation only.)