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March4 - Tue^7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!
5 - Wed^6 p.m.Men's Volleyball vs VWU
Gym, Athletics and Dance Center
8 - Sat^12 a.m.Women's Lacrosse
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
11 - Tue^7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!
12 - Wed^12 p.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Ohio North
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
14 - Fri^6 p.m.Science Festival Pi Run
Front Campus Lawn, Outdoor Areas
6:00 p.m. | Main Hall (#18 on the campus map: <http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/visit/>) Join us for a 3.14-mile fun run (this is not a race - sidewalks only) and pie for all! See <http://randolphscience.org/scifest-pi-run/> for more information. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is required (limited to 300 people) and opens on Jan. 15, 2025 http://www.simpletix.com/e/pi-run-randolph-college-scifest-2025-tickets-187516 randolphscience.org/scifest
15 - Sat^12 a.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Va Wesleyan
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
16 - Sun^4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Juniata College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
18 - Tue^6 p.m.Philip Thayer Memorial Lecture, featuring Alice Randall: "Black Country: An Erased History Made Visible and Audible"
Wimberly Recital Hall, Presser Hall
2024-25 Philip Thayer Memorial Lecture, featuring Alice Randall: "Black Country: An Erased History Made Visible and Audible" (book signing following the lecture)
7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!
19 - Wed^2 p.m.Softball vs Mary Washington
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center
4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Averett University
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
7 p.m.Women's Lacrosse vs EMU
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
7 p.m.Men's Volleyball vs RMC
Gym, Athletics and Dance Center
22 - Sat^9 a.m.Admitted Student Day
Randolph College Campus
An open house for admitted students and their families. Please register for Admitted Students Day at http://admission.smxjjl.com/portal/visit_events?id=15c819de-c527-4706-96dd-321271b93fd6 If further information or assistance is needed please call 434-947-8100 or e-mail admissions@smxjjl.com
25 - Tue^9:30 a.m.Give Fest
Hampson Commons, Student Center
7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!
26 - Wed^4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Randolph Macon College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
27 - Thu^7:30 p.m.SciFest Keynote Speaker: NASA Planetary Protection Engineer, Dr. Moogega Cooper sponsored by BWXT
Smith Hall Theatre, Smith Memorial Building
7:30 p.m. | Smith Hall Theatre, Smith Building (#33 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) The Keynote is always the highlight of SciFest weekend! Dr. Cooper is a trailblazing engineer of the famed Mars Rover ‘Perseverance’ Mission for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Please join us for a reception with refreshments before the program at 6:45 pm, with meet & greet opportunities. To learn more about this year’s Keynote Speaker, see the Keynote Speaker Details @ http://randolphscience.org/scifest-keynote-speaker/ Just before the Keynote program, we'll be presenting our regional high school science teacher "STAR" Award. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
7:30 p.m.STAR Teacher Award Presentation
Smith Other , Smith Memorial Building
7:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.| Smith Theatre, Smith Hall (#33 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) At the beginning of the opening keynote event, we will award the SciFest STAR - the regional, high school Science Teacher Award from Randolph! This event is sponsored by the Al Stroobants Foundation. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
28 - Fri^3 p.m.Center for Student Research Open House
Center for Student Research (MN 137), Main Hall
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Room 137, Main Hall (#18 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Visit the Center for Student Research, the hub for student research and creative endeavors in all subjects, not just science. Drop by to see the space and hear from students who have participated in research and other out-of-class academic experiences, and learn about upcoming opportunities. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
4 p.m.Women in Science Panel
Nichols Theatre, Student Center
Panel | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Nichols Theatre, Student Center Reception | 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. | Hampson Commons, Student Center (#34 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Learn how our science alumnae have succeeded in their fields. Please join us if you are interested in hearing from successful women scientists, but especially if you are considering going into a career related to science. A reception for our panelists will be held immediately following the panel in Hampson Commons. This event is sponsored by Framatome. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
5 p.m.Women in Science Panel Reception
Hampson Commons, Student Center
6 p.m.Poetry Jam! Reading and Competition Awards
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Thoresen Theatre, Leggett Building (#15 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Please join us for the reception, awards, and reading of all SciFest Poetry Jam! finalists from the STEM contest and the new James River Watershed contest. Refreshments will be served. Please note the location change from previous years. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
7:30 p.m.A Scientist Goes to the Movies: Twisters
Thoresen Theatre, Harold G. Leggett Building
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Thoresen Theatre, Leggett Building (#15 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Join us to watch the recent blockbuster movie, Twisters, and engage in commentary from a local scientist about the science behind the movie. Free popcorn for all! Parents, please note that this film has an R-rating and may not be appropriate for younger audiences. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
29 - Sat^11:45 a.m.Science Day for 3rd - 6th graders
Gym, Athletics and Dance Center
11:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Michels Athletic Center (MAC) (#31 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) 3rd-6th graders will be led through a series of 30-minute, fun, hands-on activities. A t-shirt, light snack, and a certificate of completion are given to all participants. This event is sponsored by United Bank. Audience: This event is open to 3rd-6th graders. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is required (limited to 300 students). Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
12 p.m.Science Day Fun for Little Scientists
Nursery School
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Randolph College Nursery School (#25 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Children ages 3-7 will enjoy about one hour of hands-on activities at the RC Nursery School, with sessions at 12p, 1p, 2p, and 3p. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Audience: This event is open to children ages 3-7. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is required (limited to 75 children per session). Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
1 p.m.Softball vs Shenandoah
Soccer/Softball Field, Athletics and Dance Center
4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Greensboro College
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
8:30 p.m.Glowstick Star Party
Winfree Observatory
8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Winfree Observatory (#42 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Come observe the night sky with various astronomical equipment. Refreshments will be served and glow sticks will be available for all! Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
30 - Sun^11 a.m.2025 Randolph College Science Festival - Maker Faire Lynchburg
Randolph College Campus
Maker Faire Lynchburg 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Main Hall, Student Center, Smith Building, Front Campus (various locations on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Come out and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, amazing exhibits, locally made products for sale, food trucks, a group build project and more! There will be activities for kids as young as 4, plus fun for grown-up makers too! The event is partnered with Vector Space. Audience: This event is open to the public. Cost: Free! Registration: Registration is recommended. It helps us gauge how many people will be coming and to plan our exhibits and interactive displays. Plus, it enters you to win door prizes! Visit http://lynchburg.makerfaire.com/ to register and to learn more!
11 a.m.2025 SMASH @ SciFest
Alice's E - Cade, Student Center
11:00 a.m. | Alice’s eCade, Student Center (#34 on the campus map http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2018/01/campus_map.pdf) Welcome gamers of all levels to a round robin mini-tournament! Participants can pre-register, and spectators can join to watch, with members of Randolph College eSports team as commentators! Registration: Registration/tickets are not required to watch, but gamer participation requires pre-registration. Visit http://randolphscience.org/scifest/ to learn more!
12:30 p.m.Science Festival: Junior FIRST LEGO League EXPO
Smith Other , Smith Memorial Building
12:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Smith Memorial Building (#33 on the campus map : <http://31pk.smxjjl.com/about/visit/>) Explore FIRST LEGO - Our community’s students have been hard at work building LEGO contraptions. Come see them test their creations! A full schedule will be posted one week before the event. Audience: Registration is open to elementary school teams and individuals. All participants are welcome to join the competition on the day of the event. Public observers are welcome. Cost: The Expo is free to registrants and observers, but teams will need to register with FIRST to purchase challenge materials. See here for more details (<http://randolphscience.org/fll/>). Our optional smaller build challenge is free to registrants and observers with material costs covered by us.
3 p.m.Guest Artist/Faculty Recital: music for brass and organ; Randall Speer, conducting; J. William Greene, organ
Houston Memorial Chapel
Guest Artist/Faculty Recital: music for brass and organ; Randall Speer, conducting; J. William Greene, organ
April1 - Tue^7:30 p.m.Spanish Language Conversation Night
Houston Memorial Chapel
¡Hola! Are you looking to improve your Spanish and learn more about Latin American and Caribbean culture? Join our Latin American and Caribbean Circle! Whether you're new to the Spanish language or a more advanced speaker, the Latin American and Caribbean Circle provides you with a welcoming space to chat and learn. We will explore many exciting topics and have free-flowing conversations. Come join us—boost your Spanish speaking skills, learn more about the Latin American and Caribbean culture, and make new friends!
2 - Wed^12 a.m.Women's Lacrosse vs Averett
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center
4 p.m.Men's Lacrosse vs Washington & Lee
WildCat Stadium, Athletics and Dance Center

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