Champlain College

First Bagel Friday at the Women's & Gender Center
2025-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come by the WGC to enjoy free bagels and to meet our new Program Coordinator, Julia Blanding (she/her)! Learn more about Julia and the WGC, ask questions, give suggestions, and make new friends. The event starts at 10 AM and will continue until we run out of bagels.

MLK, Let's Talk: Video Games and Social Justice
2025-01-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join the Champlain community for a discussion on video games as a platform for social justice topics. We will examine Fornite’s botched attempt at an MLK event, Minecraft Education’s “Lessons in Good Trouble,” and other cases to see what is done well, and what could be done better. Attendees are encouraged to come with your own examples to enrich the conversation!

REFRACT: Graphic Design Capstone Exhibition Reception
2025-01-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Champlain Art Gallery, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Please join the Champlain College Art Gallery for the opening reception of REFRACT: Graphic Design Capstone Exhibition.

Scott Pilgrim vs. The World Movie Night
2025-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
The Student Activity Programmers invite you to come watch Scott Pilgrim vs. The World with us! We’ll have garlic bread so you can feel fully immersed as you watch Scott live out his precious little life. Come relax and gather with friends to celebrate the start of the semester.

Mario Party: Jamboree
2025-01-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Level up your evening with an epic game night at Fireside Lounge! Gather your crew, roll the dice, and dive into the world of Mario Party—where friendships are tested, laughter is guaranteed, and victory is just a mini-game away. Don’t miss the fun!

The Crossover News Meeting
2025-01-20 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-01-27 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-03 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-10 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-17 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-02-24 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-03 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-10 14:30 - 15:30 and 7 more dates | Ireland Cornell Pavilion, SD Ireland Family Center, 391 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Crossover is a student-led news publication. It’s the intersection of News, Culture, and Art at Champlain College. We meet weekly to plan, discuss, write, and edit articles!

Monday Yoga
2025-01-20 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-01-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-24 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-03-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-03-17 17:30 - 18:30 and 5 more dates | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for yoga every Monday from 5-6 PM in the Fitness Center Studio. The aim of this class is to help you feel better in your body! Class will include vinyasa style flows (linking breath with movement), multiple variations for physical postures, gentle breathwork, and a sprinkling of yogic philosophy. All bodies and experience levels welcome! No experience necessary.

Elevator Pitch Prep Workshop
2025-01-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an hour to focus on techniques to help you prepare your “pitch.” Whether you’re trying to land a job or internship, influence others about your favorite social cause, or promote your game or business, a strong “pitch” is an important resource for your career toolkit.
The workshop is more fun if you bring friends.
Open to all years and majors. Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone for first-years and juniors.
The workshops will be held in CCM 424.**

CHAMP Weekly Meeting
2025-01-20 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-01-27 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-03 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-10 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-17 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-24 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-03 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-17 20:30 - 22:00 and 7 more dates | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Come join CHAMP and help brainstorm and plan student events around campus! This is a great way to get involved and bring your event visions to life.

MLK Dream Wall: A Community Collaboration
2025-01-21 12:00 - 14:00 | 4th Floor Hallway, Center for Communication & Creative Media, 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
Join the community in reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through various artistic mediums. Write your reflections or thoughts, draw, paint, or express yourself in response to Dr. King’s quotes, justice, democracy, and the beloved community. This exhibit can be found on the 4th floor of the Center for Communications & Creative Media, by the arches windows on the way to the Ireland building, and will be up from Wednesday, January 15th at 12 PM, through Wednesday, January 29th for contribution. Staff will be available for creative support during the opening of the exhibit on January 15, as well on January 21.

MLK Keynote Speaker: Loretta J. Ross
2025-01-22 15:30 - 17:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for our 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. keynote speaker event, featuring Loretta J. Ross, author of Calling In: How to Start Making Change With Those You’d Rather Cancel.
Loretta J. Ross is an activist, public intellectual, scholar, the 2022 recipient of the MacArthur Foundation “Genius” award and an Associate Professor at Smith College. Throughout her 50-year career she has worked with prominent organizations related to women’s human rights, reproductive justice, white supremacy, and women of color organizing. In 1996, she founded the first center in the U.S. to innovate creative human rights education for all students transforming social justice issues to be more collaborative and less divisive. In her work Calling In the Calling Out Culture, she transforms how people can overcome political differences to use empathy and respect to guide difficult conversations. In 2023, Loretta was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame.
This event is open to all Champlain students, employees and community members. We have reserved a number of tickets for family and friends of the College. If you are not a student or employee, please reserve a free ticket, which are available on a first-come, first served basis. The event will take place in the Champlain Room, with overflow seating available in Alumni Auditorium.
Attendance counts as a Second-year InSight CAREtalk. Must attend the full program to receive InSight credit.
Join Loretta for an additional evening event at Champlain, as she shares how her core values have guided her life and work. Details are available here.
Read about Ross in the New York Times.

Stiller Women in Business Meeting
2025-01-22 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-19 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-19 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-04-02 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-04-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Room 105, Sarah Ramsey iLab, SD Ireland Family Center, 391 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stiller Women in Business is a group of students who are committed to giving women and other marginalized communities within the business world a safe space to hang out and talk about classes and other activities on campus. You do not have to be female identifying or a business major to participate in the club.

Drop-In Floor Hockey
2025-01-22 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-01-29 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-12 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-19 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-26 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2025-03-26 16:30 - 17:30 and 10 more dates | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Looking for a fun and active way to break up the week? Join us for Drop-In Floor Hockey on Wednesdays starting at 4:30 PM! This casual, all-skill-level session is perfect for anyone who loves the fast-paced excitement of hockey but prefers a no-pressure, welcoming environment.

MLK Week: A Conversation with Loretta J. Ross
2025-01-22 18:30 - 19:15 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Champlain College helps students to be Ready. Ready for Work. Ready for Life. Ready to Make a Difference. How do your core values guide your life and work? How can they keep you grounded, focused, and true to yourself? How do they guide the decisions you make along your career path? Loretta J. Ross will share reflections and insights about how she has navigated the intersection of core values and professional choices over her impactful 50-year career. After speaking about her experience, she’ll offer time for Q&A.
Attendance fulfills a Third-Year Purposeful Living InSight milestone. Must stay for the full event to receive credit.
Find information about Ross’ afternoon keynote event here.

Cyber Club: Lockpicking Night
2025-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come join us for Cybersecurity Club’s first event of the spring semester! Learn about the importance of physical security, meet new people, and learn a new skill!

Anime Storytelling (Madlibs)
2025-01-22 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity and have some fun! We’re diving into an epic storytelling challenge where you’ll team up to create hilarious, anime-inspired stories!
Split into teams and you all will receive fill-in-the-blank prompts loaded with verbs, adverbs, adjectives, nouns, and prepositions. Think “magical cat” doing “an absurd dance” on a “rainbow bridge” while “spinning in excitement”!
Get your wacky ideas flowing and see your favorite characters get into wacky shenanigans! We’ll mix existing storylines or media from various different anime and manga with your teams wild twists, and by the end, we’ll share the results with everyone and vote on who has the best story!

Wednesday Yoga
2025-01-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 and 4 more dates | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for yoga every Wednesday from 7-8 PM in the Fitness Center Studio. The aim of this class is to help you feel better in your body! Class will include vinyasa style flows (linking breath with movement), multiple variations for physical postures, gentle breathwork, and a sprinkling of yogic philosophy. All bodies and experience levels welcome! No experience necessary.

The Grind Open Mic Coffeehouse
2025-01-22 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-01-29 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-02-05 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-02-12 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-02-19 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-02-26 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-03-05 20:30 - 23:00, 2025-03-19 20:30 - 23:00 and 5 more dates | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us every Wednesday for The Grind Open Mic Coffeehouse! Perform music, stand-up comedy, poetry, and more while enjoying snacks and hanging out with friends. Is the limelight not your thing? Come listen, support your peers, and take in the good music and good company!

Inauguration AnxieTEA & Cookies
2025-01-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-01-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Room 309, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come chat, drink tea, eat cookies, and be in safe community as we manage thoughts and feelings related to the U.S. presidential inauguration.
Open to all students and facilitated by Counseling Center interns.

MLK Paint by Number
2025-01-23 13:00 - 15:00 | 4th Floor Hallway, Center for Communication & Creative Media, 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
Come grab a paint-by-number kit and a donut, and join us on the 4th floor of CCM, by the arched windows. In addition to completing a paint-by-number kit, you can also paint on the Dream Wall exhibit in the hallway as a part of our MLK Holiday Observance programming.

Crafting and Therapy Dog Visits!
2025-01-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for the therapy dog, stay for the crafts! Meet Elia, a certified therapy dog, and her owner, Samara, at one of their monthly therapy dog visits to the Library. Whether you’re looking to relax, de-stress, or simply enjoy some furry cuddles, Elia is here to brighten your day. Wellbeing Peer Coaches will host a craft activity at each visit. Stop by MIC Room 201 to enjoy some pawsitive vibes!

Students Demand Action Weekly Meeting
2025-01-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-01-30 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-20 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-03-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-03-20 17:30 - 18:30 and 5 more dates | Room 444, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Students Demand Action is a network within Everytown for Gun Safety that reaches out to students, channeling their energy into the fight against gun violence with events and voter information sessions.

Coffee and Tea Club Meeting
2025-01-23 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-01-30 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-13 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-27 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 and 5 more dates | Room 442, Center for Communication & Creative Media, 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
The Champlain Coffee and Tea Club fosters a fun and safe space for students to try new kinds of teas, coffees, and snacks! We’ll have different weekly activities like watching shows, arts and crafts, and anything our members would like to see. If you’re looking for a way to just destress and have fun, the Champlain Tea and Coffee Club is for you!

MLK Roundtable Discussion: Jan. 24
2025-01-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
The King Center’s topic for 2025’s King Holiday Observance is “Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence365.” Join the Champlain College community for a conversation around Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, the upcoming presidential inauguration, and Loretta Ross’ campus visit. Everyone is welcome to join and reflect on MLK Jr.’s various achievements, speeches, and concept of a beloved community and how it can be realized in our world today.

Simracing Workshop III
2025-01-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come on down to the CCM Commuter Lounge on Friday, January 24th from 4 to 7 PM for a slice of pizza (while supplies last) and some seat time on our portable racing rig. Learn the ins and outs of driving a [virtual] race car, no experience required!

Sparkle Against Stalking Table
2025-01-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Sparkle Against Stalking tabling event is inspired by an event created by the organization SPARC (Stalking Prevention Awareness and Resource Center) in honor of National Stalking Awareness Month. We will be decked out in sparkles, teaching students about the characteristics of stalking, and we will be giving out prizes to students who can accurately identify a stalking scenario!

WGC CHATS #1: Taraleigh Weathers
2025-01-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
WGC CHATS (Women’s & Gender Center-Community. Healing. Activism. Teaching. Solidarity.) is an interview series where students will have the opportunity to learn from community members about their careers, how they got to where they are now, and how their marginalized identities challenged and strengthened them throughout their career journey. Each session will start out with the WGC Coordinator interviewing the guest and then it will be opened up to student questions.
About Taraleigh (she/her): Taraleigh wears a lot of hats! She is a life coach, workshop facilitator, speaker, event host, yoga instructor, musician, dancer, former NBA cheerleader, former podcaster, and author of the book How to Rock Your Life. But whatever she’s doing, she does it with ADHD SPARKLE! In collaboration with DARE to Care, each of these sessions will be aligned with our monthly wellness themes. January’s theme is Academic Wellness. As someone who has ADHD and works with others with ADHD, Taraleigh has creative ideas about how to get organized, stay motivated, and take care of oneself.

Gilman Grant Workshops
2025-01-28 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Room 212, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
The Gilman Grant is a federal grant given to those who are planning on studying abroad and are eligible for a Pell Grant (not sure you have a Pell grant? Check your Self-Service account under Financial Aid).
The awarded amount is between $3,000 and $5,000. In order to help you put your best foot forward in this application cycle, we are hosting several Gilman Workshops before the deadline. The dates are:
• Jan. 28 at 11:30am in CCM 246
• Feb. 6 at 1:00pm in CCM 212
• Feb. 12 at 3:00pm in CCM 212
• Feb. 24 at 10:00am in CCM 212
You are also encouraged to meet one-on-one with one of our Writing Center Tutors to polish your essays. Their drop in hours are Sunday through Thursday 4pm-8pm, MIC 208.
The deadline for this Gilman cycle is Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 11:59pm. If you are interested in studying abroad in the summer, Fall ’25 or Spring ’26 semester, we encourage you to apply for this upcoming cycle. If you don’t receive the scholarship in this cycle and you are going abroad in the Spring ’26 semester, you can apply again in October for the next cycle.

WiCyS: Intros and Conference Details
2025-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Champlain’s Women in Cybersecurity chapter for intros and goodies and to chat about details for the WiCyS 2025 conference in April!

Third-Party Study Abroad: Arcadia Information Table
2025-01-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by to hear about Arcadia’s exciting programs for study abroad!
By studying abroad, you will experience new perspectives, learn how to navigate different cultures, work with diverse peers, and communicate in other languages. You’ll also learn to think on your feet and adapt to new situations—all qualities that make you more competitive in the job market, and transform you into a responsible, engaged citizen.
Learn about third-party study abroad options!

Food Forum
2025-01-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Share your ideas, questions, and concerns with the Sodexo Team at the monthly Food Forum (formerly called the Student Culinary Council).
This event is co-sponsored by Dare to CARE.

TechTalk: FTI Consulting Recruiting Opportunities (CAREERtalk)
2025-01-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an informational TechTalk with one of Champlain’s top tech partners, FTI Consulting. We will explore internship and post-graduate opportunities as well as learn how FTI has become a global leader in cyber and forensic consulting. We have had many Champlain alumni begin their careers at FTI and are excited to help the next generation of talent find their potential future employers.
** Fulfills a CAREERtalk milestone!
(located in CCM 424)

Character Design Challenge
2025-01-29 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity in an epic team challenge!
Work as a team and get ready to dive into designing characters (or new outfits) based on various themes. Brainstorm wild ideas, sketch them out, and bring them to life using your favorite digital tools, whiteboards, or any other type of medium.
Show off your unique styles and perspectives as you collaborate and inspire each other. Let your imagination run wild!
Unleash your creativity and dive into the vibrant world of anime and manga!

Intramural Basketball
2025-01-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-19 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-02 19:30 - 22:00 and 3 more dates | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Join our Intramural Basketball games every Wednesday night at 7:30 PM. For more details, email Kyra at kyu@champlain.edu. Don’t miss the fun—see you on the court!

FTI Consulting Insider Scoop: Resume Refresh with the Recruiter
2025-01-30 18:30 - 19:30 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
Join Sharon Kwan (she/her), Recruiter in Early Talent with FTI Consulting as she shares her top tips to make your resume stand out. This virtual session will cover not only what FTI is looking for in a candidate but also share some insider tips for technical resumes.
If you are considering a future position in tech, this session is for you!
This is a virtual event! Register for the event on Handshake to receive the link.

Intramural Volleyball
2025-01-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-27 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-03-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-03-27 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-04-03 18:30 - 20:30 and 3 more dates | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Join our intramural volleyball league! This is a popular series at Champlain, so be sure to sign up at the beginning of the semester! Teams and free agents welcome.

Free Bowling Night
2025-01-30 21:00 - 23:30, 2025-02-20 21:00 - 23:30, 2025-04-10 21:00 - 23:30 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join the Student Activity Programmers for a night of Free Bowling and Pizza at Spare Time!
Space is limited: Please sign up at the Hub (beginning at noon the Monday before!) to reserve a spot.
Transportation is provided and leaves the Maple Street Shuttle Stop at 9:00 PM.
Bring your Student ID!

Bagel Friday
2025-01-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come by the WGC in Skiff Annex for free bagels and to learn about upcoming events!

Jean Luc Dushime ‘10, MA: InSight Purposeful Living Event & CAREERtalk
2025-01-31 14:30 - 15:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Jean Luc Dushime ‘10, MA is a Program Manager for Population Media Center, an organization that uses entertainment-education strategies to address critical social issues like reproductive health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Jean Luc is a storyteller who is passionate about the power of media. He currently manages teams in Burkina Faso, Niger, and Liberia.
Jean Luc’s journey is shaped by the question, “How do I make this life count?” He will share the personal values that guide his work, including active listening, relationship-building and leading with curiosity. His insights will provide valuable guidance for anyone looking to make meaningful and values-driven career choices in the creative fields and beyond, as these values are universally relevant and apply to all fields of work. Join us to hear his story and engage with a Q&A.
Attendance fulfills a Third-Year Purposeful Living InSight milestone AND a first/third-year CAREERtalk InSight milestone. Must stay for the full event to receive credit.

Instant Ramen Tasting Night
2025-01-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Come hang out with us in Fireside Lounge on January 31 at 7pm to try a variety of ramen noodles! We’ll have a few different kinds of noodles along with toppings so you can enjoy them how you like. Let’s chill out, have some ramen, and watch a Studio Ghibli movie together!

Application Deadline for Dublin Semester
2025-02-01 | VT
Students who are interested in studying abroad for a semester in Dublin for Fall ’25 or Spring ’26 must fill out their applications by February 1, 2025.
The capital city of Ireland, Dublin is an ideal study abroad destination for students who want to live in an historically-rich culture and truly immerse themselves in their host community. Its breathtaking views and rolling hills are uniquely situated alongside a bustling metropolitan city and hub for international trade.
Learn more about studying abroad in Dublin.

Sugarbush Trip
2025-02-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-02-09 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-02-16 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-03-23 08:30 - 17:00 | VT
Need a lift to the mountain? Join Student Engagement on weekly Bus Trips to the Mt. Ellen side of Sugarbush Resort! Students are responsible for purchasing their own pass. If you need equipment, every student is welcome to rent equipment up to 3 times per semester (must be signed up for the trip to qualify for rentals). Sign up at The HUB desk in IDX.

Commuter Bagels & Connect: A Study Break for Success
2025-02-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Room 201, Miller Information Commons, 95 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for a relaxed and engaging event where commuter students can come together, enjoy free bagels, and pick up some essential academic resources! Whether you’re looking for new study tips, helpful tools like planners, highlighters, and pens, or just want to connect with fellow students, this is the perfect opportunity to build your academic toolkit and network. Let’s fuel up, share personal study strategies, and make this semester even more successful. Drop in for a bit or stay awhile. See you there! Hosted by a Wellbeing Peer Coach.

Paint & Sip
2025-02-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Interested in joining us to paint and sip from the mocktail table? We have canvas, paint, and a variety of options to create your own delicious mocktail. Let your imagination flow – can’t wait to see you there!

Building Your Future: Career Strategies & Personal Stories from BIPOC Professionals
2025-02-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Room 444, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join The Vermont Professionals of Color Network, Champlain Office of Diversity & Inclusion, and the Champlain Career Collaborative for an engaging conversation about stepping into the professional world as a BIPOC individual. This interactive workshop is designed to help you navigate the workplace with confidence and authenticity. Through real-world advice from experienced professionals, discover strategies for building supportive networks and thriving in environments that may not always be designed with you in mind.
Special guests include Nik Khosla (CIO/CTO, NorthCountry Federal Credit Union), Tino Rutanhira (Co-founder, VT Professionals of Color Network & Entrepreneur), David Tabaruka (Financial Controller, Community College of Vermont), Weiwei Wang (Executive Director and Co-Founder, VT Professionals of Color Network), and CD Mattison (Head of Product, Yelo; Digital UX & Innovation Strategist).
This event counts as a 1st & 3rd Year InSight CAREERtalk. Must attend the full event to receive credit.

194 Budgeting Workshop (MONEYtalk)
2025-02-05 18:00 - 18:30, 2025-02-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Want to learn how to budget for living on your own at 194 St. Paul Street Apartments? Come listen to a short presentation brought to you by financial peer coaches at the Career Collaborative. Learn about the cost difference between main campus housing vs 194 St. Paul, how much groceries costs and more!
**Fulfills a MONEYtalk InSight milestone!!!

Après Ski Drag Bingo
2025-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
As part of Champlain’s Winter Wonderland Week, please join us in the Morgan Room (Aiken Hall) for an Après Ski themed Drag Bingo party! Come in your most fabulous après fashions fit for an alpine ski chalet, enjoy hot drinks and desserts, learn about the Pride Center and the history of Aspen’s Gay Ski Week, and compete for prizes that will keep you toasty all winter long! Doors will open at 6:00 PM and the event will start at 6:30 PM with a lip sync performance from your host, Rhedd Rhumm!

Anime Crafting Session
2025-02-05 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Dive into the magical world of anime and manga with these fun crafts that will unleash your creativity!
1. Origami Characters: Challenge yourself by folding your favorite characters! Try creating an origami Pikachu or a tiny Totoro. You can find tutorials online that guide you through each fold.
2. Background Art: Bring your favorite scenes to life! Use watercolors or markers to recreate memorable backgrounds from shows like ‘Attack on Titan.’ Frame your artwork for a stunning display.
3. Crocheted Characters: Get your crochet hook ready and make soft plushies of beloved characters like Sailor Moon or Goku. Free patterns abound online for every skill level!
4. Stuffed Animals: Combine your love for anime with cuddly companions! Sew or knit stuffed animals that resemble characters.
5. DIY Tools: Create your own signature tools inspired by anime, like a magical wand from ‘Madoka Magica’ or a wooden sword from ‘One Piece.’ Paint and decorate them for that extra flair!
Share your creations and bond with fellow fans by posting your crafty masterpieces! Let’s see what you come up with!

Montreal Summer Programs Q&A with Vance Gillis
2025-02-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Are you interested in taking core classes in Montreal over the summer? Do you have general questions about a semester abroad in Montreal?
Come meet Vance Gillis for a presentation and Q&A on all things Montreal. Get a chance to ask all your unanswered questions and learn more about studying in Montreal.

S'Mores at Burton Winter Jam
2025-02-06 17:30 - 21:00 | Finney Quad, Champlain College, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us to make your own s’more at Burton Winter Jam at Champlain College!

Burton Winter Jam at Champlain College
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Finney Quad, Champlain College, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Burton and Anon present Winter Jam 2025, hosted at Champlain College in partnership with Champlain’s Ski & Ride Club! Come join us! Students and community members will have the chance to sign up to compete in the ski or snowboard categories (sign up below) and win up to $10K in cash prizes. Everyone else, come and witness the fun! We’ll have food trucks on site, free giveaways, and more.

There will be two age brackets: 14-17 and open. It’s free to enter and open to the public. Helmets required.

Are you a student who wants to compete? Click here to register.

Not a student but want to compete? Click here to register.

Timeline of events:

4:30-5:45 PM: All Riders Registration/All Rider Practice
6:00-6:45 PM: Skiers Only 14-17 & Open Skiers
7:00-7:45 PM: Snowboarders Only 14-17 & Open Snowboarders
8:00-8:30 PM: Judges & Riders Awards

Vermillion Champlain Student Program
2025-02-06 20:00 - 21:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Are you a Champlain College student eager to gain real-world experience in marketing and business? Join us for an exclusive info session about the Champlain Student Program, a collaboration between Champlain College and Vermillion Digital Marketing.
This program offers hands-on opportunities, including internships, impactful projects, and personalized mentorship from industry professionals. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, you’ll gain valuable skills in client outreach, website design, cold calling, and more—all tailored to your career goals.
Why Attend?
Learn how the program can boost your resume and build connections.
Hear success stories and insights from past participants.
Explore roles in marketing, development, and business strategy.
Ask questions during a live Q&A session.
Key Highlights:
Earn While You Learn: Explore potential earnings through client projects.
Personalized Mentorship: Develop skills with expert guidance.
Professional Growth: Build a portfolio of real-world campaigns and initiatives.
Don’t miss this chance to take your first step toward a thriving career in digital marketing and beyond.

Simracing Workshop IV
2025-02-07 15:00 - 18:45 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Ready to race?
We’re coming to the Fireside Lounge with another installment of our Simracing Workshop, dedicated to giving you an interactive, behind-the-wheel experience, brought to you by Champlain Esports.
Everybody is welcome, regardless of experience level!

Introduction to Weightlifting
2025-02-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-28 17:30 - 18:30 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Attend a workshop with Champlain alumni, Justin Bissonnette, in the IDX Fitness Center! These workshops will help you build skills to take into your own practice. Happening every Friday this February from 5:30-6:30 PM during the Dare to CARE Spotlight month for Physical Health.

CHAMP: Snowball Dance
2025-02-07 21:00 - 2025-02-08 00:00 | VT
Join CHAMP for our annual Snowball Dance at the Hotel Champlain! This is a fun opportunity to dress up, take photos, have some delicious food, and dance the night away!
Buy your tickets: $5 in advance at the Hub Desk in IDX or $15 at the door.
Shuttles available all night long! First shuttle will leave CCM at 8:45 PM.

Guilty Gear Strive Tournament
2025-02-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Esports Facility, Miller Center at Lakeside Campus, 175 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
CALLING ALL DAREDEVILS!! On February 8th, 2025, WNFC will host a Guilty Gear -Strive tournament in the esports arena on Lakeside Campus (175 Lakeside Ave, easily accessible by the shuttle). The event will be held from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and we welcome players of all skill levels to attend!
For more information you can take a look at the tournament registration page here or join our discord:
https://www.start.gg/tournament/wnfc-weekly-series-gg-strive-saturday-february-8th/details
https://discord.gg/cmqJvsc9JV

Skate & Sip
2025-02-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Perry Hall Lawn, Perry Hall, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join the Student Activity Programmers for a night of Ice Skating and Hot Cocoa. Bring your own skates, or rent a pair (for free!) at the Hub Desk in the IDX Student Life Center. Try all the hot cocoa flavors and toppings to stay warm on a chilly night. Bring your friends and enjoy another featured event of Winter Week!

Slam Poetry & Identity Workshop: Steven Antoine Willis
2025-02-10 13:30 - 15:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come celebrate Black History Month with the ODI and 3 time Individual World Poetry Slam finalist Steven Antoine Willis. Steven is a writer, poet, storyteller and performer who uses his theatrical background to creatively articulate African American culture. His art is heavily influenced by urban life and religion, and combines elements of hip-hop, theatre, anthropology, and political theory. After his performance, Steven will take you through an identity workshop that examines the many facets of humanity. This program fulfills a Second Year InSight CAREtalk milestone. You must attend the entire event in order to get InSight credit.

Pitch Prep Workshop (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an hour to focus on techniques to help you prepare your “pitch.” Whether you’re trying to land a job or internship, influence others about your favorite social cause, or promote your game or business, a strong “pitch” is an important resource for your career toolkit.
The workshop is more fun if you bring friends. Open to all years and majors.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone for first-years and juniors.

HOPE Works Advocate Drop-in Hours
2025-02-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-25 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-04 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-25 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-01 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-08 14:00 - 16:30 and 9 more dates | Student Health Center, Ground Level of Whiting Hall, 203 S. Willard Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
HOPE Works, a Burlington-based confidential non-profit dedicated to ending all forms of sexual violence, will host drop-in office hours where students can learn about their services and seek support with experiences of relationship abuse, sexual violence, and stalking, as well as answer questions about Title IX. These drop-in hours will be held in the Student Health Center, located on the ground floor of Whiting Hall on the Burlington campus.
This collaborative event is supported by the Division of Student Affairs, the Title IX Office, the Student Health Center, the Counseling Center, and Dare to Care.
HOPE Works advocates are a confidential resource open to our student community.

Day of Thanks
2025-02-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Day of Thanks celebrates our community and recognizes all who make the Champlain College experience possible. Join us in Fireside Lounge for a campus celebration with sweet treats, community crafts, gratitude activities, and prizes.
A few activities on deck are:

Valentine’s Day cookie decorating
Giant paint-by-numbers
Scavenger hunt around campus
Card making
Prizes

Valentines Day Cards
2025-02-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by the IDX atrium to make a Valentine’s Card that will be sent to local nursing homes! All supplies will be provided.

Loving Kindness Meditation & Yoga
2025-02-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Loving-Kindness Meditation & Yoga is a form of practice that emphasizes cultivating love and compassion towards oneself and others. In this class, we will explore easy meditation practices, guided journaling, and some physical movement through yoga poses that align with our theme of opening the heart to ourselves and to those around us. We will work on self-care techniques that you can take with you outside of the classroom and into your everyday life. Please come prepared with a notebook, writing utensil, and clothes that feel comfortable and easy to move in. Offered by Jenna Giguere, Champlain alum and Champlain yoga teacher.
*Counts as a Second Year InSight CAREtalk. Must attend the full hour to receive InSight credit.

Anime Art Workshop
2025-02-12 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an exciting workshop where we will all learn to draw and create characters inspired by your favorite series like Kimetsu no Yaiba, Haikyu, Dragon Ball, or Oshi no Ko!
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, we provide all the supplies you need to bring your imagination to life.
Imagine designing your own characters or giving a fresh twist to beloved ones! With step-by-step guidance, you’ll explore different art styles and techniques, ensuring that your unique flair shines through.
Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with fellow fans and artists, share ideas, and develop your skills in a fun and supportive environment. Grab your friends and come ready to create magic on canvas!

Alumni Night @ The Grind Open Mic Coffeehouse
2025-02-12 20:30 - 23:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
We are so excited to invite our alumni community to join us at The Grind Open Mic Coffeehouse on February 12. The Grind is an open mic coffee house that provides a safe space for people to express themselves through performance. Perform music, stand-up comedy, poetry, and more while enjoying snacks and hanging out with good company.
Limited performance slots are available. Sign up to reserve your spot in the line-up.
Is the limelight not your thing? Come listen, reconnect with old classmates, and enjoy the vibes! (Sign-up is only required for performers.)

Employer Spotlight Series: ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
2025-02-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
ECHO is a dynamic, nationally acclaimed, science and nature museum committed to engaging diverse public audiences and providing experiential, relevant and lifelong educational experiences for all our guests. Founded in 2003, ECHO houses more than 70 species of live animal ambassadors in Vermont’s first LEED certified building. This innovative science center and aquarium displays life in the Champlain Basin and inspires visitors to positively impact the world around them.

ECHO is the public face of the Patrick and Marcelle Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, a 2.7-acre environmental campus on the Burlington Waterfront. Recruiting for STEM Education Internship, Animal Care Internship, Development (Fundraising) Internship, Summer Camp Program Assistant, Seasonal Guest Services Representative. (These positions will be posted on Handshake on 2/24). Stop by the table in the Atrium and speak with a representative from ECHO to learn more.

Register for the Student Research Conference
2025-02-13 12:00 - 2025-03-26 13:00 | VT
It’s that time of year! The University of Vermont’s annual Student Research Conference is scheduled for April 23 and registration is open now through March 26. The Student Research Conference is an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students from UVM and neighboring universities to present their work to the broader research community at UVM. Register to showcase your ongoing projects, creative endeavors and scholarly activity and make new connections along the way!

Get in Culture: Vietnam
2025-02-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
This Get in Culture event is hosted by Sao Băng Nguyen, a first-year Computer Science Major originally from Vietnam and raised in Malaysia. Sao Băng is thrilled to share her experiences and facts about her country with the Champlain community.

💐 Blooms and Blossoms: Bouquet-Making 💐
2025-02-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join President Alex Hernandez for a bouquet-making party celebrating love and creativity! Whether you craft a bouquet for someone special or treat yourself, join us for fun, flowers, and heartwarming conversation.

Winter Bike to Work & School Day
2025-02-14 08:15 - 09:30 | Finney Quad, Champlain College, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
We are celebrating year-round biking as part of International Bike to Work Day!
Join Sustainable Transportation Coordinator, Hallie Pixley, on a group ride to check out the home of UVM Bike’s Co-op for a bikey celebration.

Valentine's Day Bagel Friday
2025-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come down to the WGC in Skiff Annex with your Valentine or Pal-entine for free bagels until we run out!

Listening to Learn, Learning to Listen: Listening is a Superpower
2025-02-14 14:30 - 15:45 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Through guided discussion and practice, you’ll develop skills to honor others’ perspectives without judgment, engage with different viewpoints through genuine curiosity, and build meaningful connections across differences.

This workshop explores how authentic listening enriches our understanding and strengthens our capacity for empathy – even when faced with opposing viewpoints. Join us to learn how true listening can bridge divides and foster mutual respect in our increasingly complex world.

Faculty, please encourage your students to attend, or consider bringing your class.

Pal-entine's Day
2025-02-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Looking for some Valentine’s Day plans? Come to the WGC to make self-love jars and eat a fruit arrangement.

Application Deadline for Study Abroad Summer Programs
2025-02-15 | VT
Students who are interested in taking part in the study abroad summer programs in Montreal or Dublin must fill out their application by February 15, 2025.
Montreal Summer Programs
Summer Culture Program
Catch up on your Core requirements or make room for a lighter load during the academic year through this first-hand learning experience that enhances your knowledge of the world.

Montreal Summer Culture Program

Summer Film Program
Engage in all aspects of film production including screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, sound recording and video editing with Montreal as your vibrant urban backdrop.

Montreal Summer Film Program

Dublin Summer Programs
Summer Culture Program
The Dublin Summer Culture Program aims to offer students a unique opportunity to explore Irish culture, history, and community identity by combining Core 203 and 204.

Dublin Summer Culture Program

Street Fighter 6 Tournament
2025-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Esports Facility, Miller Center at Lakeside Campus, 175 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
CALLING ALL STREET FIGHTER FANS! If you like Street Fighter or fighting games, we have the event for you! On February 15th, 2025, WNFC will host a Street Fighter 6 tournament in the esports arena at Lakeside campus from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. We encourage players of all skill levels to participate or even watch!
For more info please take a look at the registration page or join our discord:
https://www.start.gg/tournament/wnfc-weekly-series-sf6-saturday-february-15th/details
https://discord.gg/cmqJvsc9JV

Pitch Prep Workshop
2025-02-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 442, Center for Communication & Creative Media, 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States

Insight FastPass Day
2025-02-19 10:00 - 18:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
FastPass day is a one day event where students can make up any missing InSight milestones. Events will be hosted throughout the day and cover milestones for all years. Students should check in in the IDX Atrium to get their customized schedule for the day.

Chocolate Dipped Treats With The Campus Dietitian
2025-02-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Megan Dennis, Sodexo Dietitian, for a sweet and heart-healthy snack at our chocolate dipping station! Dip a variety of fresh fruits and other sweet treats in delicious dark chocolate, while learning about its positive impact on heart health. Don’t miss out on this fun and flavorful tabling event!

SGA House Meeting
2025-02-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-26 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-26 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Student Government Association House Meeting. Please feel free to join us, ask questions, and raise any concerns. It’s open to all students!

Michelle Moore Hernandez in Conversation with Zara Perumal
2025-02-19 15:30 - 16:45 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for InSight FastPass Day’s Keynote Event, Michelle Moore Hernandez in Conversation with Zara Perumal. Zara and Michelle look forward to sharing their journeys, how they navigate work and outside passions, and what it has looked like to lean ever-toward a purpose-filled life.
Hosted by Michelle Moore Hernandez, CEO and Founder of Leading Elephants, a national consulting organization whose mission is to create human-centered workplaces where all people can thrive. Michelle is also the First Lady of Champlain College.
Featuring Special Guest, Zara Perumal, Co-Founder and CTO of Overwatch Data, a threat intelligence company that leverages AI and digital agents to surface dark web and social threats with context to enable cyber/fraud teams to take action earlier. Zara is a recipient of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Award, an alumni of the prestigious YCombinator program, and a shortlisted nominee for the 2025 Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Award.

Learn How To Play The Pokemon TCG
2025-02-19 17:00 - 19:00 | VT
Want to learn how to play, but don’t have any cards/not sure where to start? We’ll teach you everything you need to know about how to play The Pokemon Card Game. Meet some friends and pick up a new hobby!
Hosted in Wick 100 by The Pokemon TCG Club.

Meme Creation
2025-02-19 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get ready for some meme magic! Picture this: a clip of Sasuke from Naruto smirking with the caption, “When you realize you’re the main character in your own life.” Or imagine a classic GIF of Goku throwing a spirit bomb, perfectly paired with “When you finally finish that one project you’ve been procrastinating on for weeks.”
Time to unleash those memes and share the laughs! Get ready to meme-ify your favorite anime moments!

Montreal Q&A Session Fall '25 Gaming
2025-02-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Montreal faculty Kaermack Polewska and Alexis Morin will be traveling to Burlington to promote the Fall gaming program.

Blizzard Information Session - Employer Spotlight Series (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
At Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create. We embrace our core values every day so that we can continue creating epic entertainment experiences for all our players. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you’re located—if you’re a member of our evolving and vibrant community, working with us at one of our offices around the globe, or taking a piece of Blizzard with you into space—you’re welcome here.
Join us for a Q&A type style conversation. Come get to know us a little bit and to get to know more about the developer in your backyard!
This event counts as a first and third year Insight Careertalk milestone.

Sex Ed Bingo
2025-02-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come for the BINGO, stay for the SEX ED you never got in high school! Rounds of bingo will be MC’d by Jenna Emerson, a Vermont-based sexuality educator and stand-up comedian, and interspersed with anonymous Q&A, comedy, games, and prizes. This event will kick off at 6 PM with a brownie sundae bar for the first 100 attendees, and tabling by campus and community partners. See you there!

MONEYtalk: Investing for Beginners
2025-02-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Are you curious about investing but unsure where to start? Investing for Beginners is a beginner-friendly talk designed to demystify the world of investing for young professionals and college students.
This session will provide a broad overview of popular investment platforms, key financial vehicles, and the ways everyday individuals can start engaging with the market. While not a financial advice session, this talk will help attendees understand the opportunities, risks, and nuances of investing—emphasizing that the stock market isn’t just for the wealthy but requires knowledge and awareness to navigate effectively. Whether you’re looking to build long-term wealth or just want to learn the basics, this discussion will set you on the right path.
Attending this event fulfills the third-year InSight MONEYtalk milestone. Be sure to stay for the full event to receive InSight credit.

Game Night!
2025-02-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an engaging game night event! We got board games, snacks, and refreshments.

Bee Sweet
2025-02-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Student Activity Programmers are hosting a honey-tasting event on Friday, February 21. Our honey will be single-source, coming from only one flower, as opposed to the mixed containers found in a supermarket. To enhance their experience, people can pair our honey selection with other available snacks, like crackers and cheeses. We will also be playing the Bee Movie for participants.

Adopt A Friend
2025-02-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Need a new friend in your life? Come on down to Fireside Lounge on Saturday, February 22nd at 8pm to pick one out! We’ll have a variety of plushies waiting for adoption and accessories so you can customize them! After you’re introduced to your new buddy, join us for the Paddington movie. Make sure to show up on time, as supplies may go quickly!

Gilman Grant Workshops
2025-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Room 212, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, 05401, United States
The Gilman Grant is a federal grant given to those who are planning on studying abroad and are eligible for a Pell Grant (not sure you have a Pell grant? Check your Self-Service account under Financial Aid).
The awarded amount is between $3,000 and $5,000. In order to help you put your best foot forward in this application cycle, we are hosting several Gilman Workshops before the deadline. The dates are:

Jan. 28 at 11:30am in CCM 246
Feb. 6 at 1:00pm in CCM 212
Feb. 12 at 3:00pm in CCM 212
Feb. 24 at 10:00am in CCM 212

You are also encouraged to meet one-on-one with one of our Writing Center Tutors to polish your essays. Their drop in hours are Sunday through Thursday 4pm-8pm, MIC 208.
The deadline for this Gilman cycle is Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 11:59pm. If you are interested in studying abroad in the summer, Fall ’25 or Spring ’26 semester, we encourage you to apply for this upcoming cycle. If you don’t receive the scholarship in this cycle and you are going abroad in the Spring ’26 semester, you can apply again in October for the next cycle.

Destigmatizing Diet Culture Workshop
2025-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us in the WGC where our guests from the Adams Center, a local treatment program that supports folks with eating disorders, talks to us about the myths around Diet Culture and how to keep yourself healthy with intuitive eating.

Spring 2025 Mock Interview Days (Day 1 of 3) (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Career Collaborative Office, Garden House, 328 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Build your professional network and develop an essential skill by participating in our Spring 2025 Mock Interview Days. During a ONE-HOUR time block, you’ll be paired with a volunteer guest facilitator who will conduct a mock interview and provide feedback. This is a safe opportunity to work with someone who is invested in helping you build confidence. We have a great group of volunteers including faculty, staff, alumni, employers, and industry leaders who will help you prepare for your job, internship, grad school, or law school interview.
Mock Interviews will be conducted virtually on Zoom on Tuesday, February 25, and Thursday, February 27, and in person at the Career Collaborative Office (Garden House in Finney Quad) on Wednesday, February 26.
To register and select a one-hour time slot, select EXTERNAL REGISTRATION in the top right corner and then complete the custom Mock Interview Days registration form – https://bit.ly/spring2025mockintregis. To complete the external registration form, you will need your resume. There is also an option to specify the type of position you wish to use for the mock interview and upload the job or internship posting. For virtual interviews, the Zoom link will be shared a few days before your mock interview.
Recommended for all years and majors.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

WGC CHATS #2: Harmony Edosomwan
2025-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
WGC CHATS (Women’s & Gender Center-Community. Healing. Activism. Teaching. Solidarity.) is an interview series where students will have the opportunity to learn from community members about their careers, how they got to where they are now, and how their marginalized identities challenged and strengthened them throughout their career journey. Each session will start out with the WGC Coordinator interviewing the guest and then it will be opened up to student questions.
Harmony is a chef, author of the book Sad Black Girl, poet, activist, self-proclaimed serial-entrepreneur, and your very own Miss Chittenden County! She is the daughter of two Nigerian immigrants and was raised in the Bronx before moving to Vermont in 2016 to attend UVM. She currently owns and operates her own Afrofusion catering business, pop-up restaurant, and supper club called Harmony’s Kitchen. In collaboration with DARE to Care, each of these sessions will be aligned with our monthly wellness themes. February’s theme is Physical Wellness.

The Ride Ahead Film Screening
2025-02-25 15:00 - 17:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Samuel Habib is a typical 21-year-old, itching to move out, start a career, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult, let alone an adult with a disability. Can a community of disability activists help him follow his dreams?

Math Club Movie Night: The Man Who Knew Infinity
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Dev Patel plays the mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan in this historical drama. Be there or be squared!

Spring 2025 Mock Interview Days (Day 2 of 3) (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Career Collaborative Office, Garden House, 328 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States

WGC Movie Night: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
2025-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Please join us in the WGC in celebration of Black History Month to watch The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. This movie follows the story of an African-American woman who becomes an unwitting pioneer for medical breakthroughs when her cells are used to create the first immortal human cell line in the early 1950s. Snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Case Study: BTK Killer
2025-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Room 117, Ireland, 391 Maple St, Burlington, Vermont, 05401
Join us for a deep dive into one of the most infamous cases in criminal history—the hunt for the BTK Killer. This case study explores how digital forensics played a pivotal role in the capture of Dennis Rader, who evaded law enforcement for over three decades.
We’ll analyze key forensic techniques, including metadata extraction, file recovery, and cyber-tracking, that ultimately led to his arrest. Learn how a simple floppy disk contained the crucial evidence that cracked the case.

Spring 2025 Mock Interview Days (Day 3 of 3) (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Career Collaborative Office, Garden House, 328 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States

Employer Spotlight Series: Peace Corps Tabling
2025-02-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
In 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities. Peace Corps service offers unique opportunities to begin your professional career doing meaningful, purpose-driven, and well-compensated work in an international environment. We are called “Volunteers” because we choose to serve, and the benefits are commensurate with the responsibilities we shoulder.
All Volunteers receive a no-cost passport, roundtrip airfare, a generous living allowance, secure housing, full medical care and paid vacation day. Student loans are deferred at no interest and are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Volunteers who successfully complete their service receive a substantial resettlement allowance, are granted a preferential hiring status with the Federal government, and lifetime access to subsidized graduate degree programs. And, we have an amazing professional network.
Since its inception, almost 250,000 Americans have served in 145 countries as Peace Corps Volunteers. Currently, Peace Corps has missions operating in 61 countries with over 3000 Volunteers and Trainees working in the fields of Education, Health, Agriculture, Community Economic Development, Environment, and Youth Leadership Development.Find out how you can become part of the legacy by joining one of the most respected international development organizations on the planet. Stop by the table to speak with returned Peace Corps volunteer Bill Bridgeford about his personal experience serving and about the application process. Bill will be hosting an information session later today.

Trans Social
2025-02-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
A social space for Trans and Non-binary students to build community and share information. If you need to commiserate about attacks on trans rights, we’re here for that. If you want to celebrate trans joy, we’re here for that. If you want to learn more about resources on campus and in the community, we’re here for that too. Representatives from the Pride Center’s Trans Program and Champlain’s Gender Affirming Care team, Gender Inclusive Housing team, and Name Change Process team will be available to answer any questions you may have (or questions you didn’t know you had!). We will also be working on a communal art piece that will be hung up around campus so make your mark! Oh yeah…and did we mention…CUPCAKES!?

Employer Spotlight Series: Peace Corps Information Session (CAREERtalk)
2025-02-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
In 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities.
Peace Corps service offers unique opportunities to begin your professional career doing meaningful, purpose-driven, and well-compensated work in an international environment. We are called “Volunteers” because we choose to serve, and the benefits are commensurate with the responsibilities we shoulder.
All Volunteers receive a no-cost passport, roundtrip airfare, a generous living allowance, secure housing, full medical care and paid vacation day. Student loans are deferred at no interest and are eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Volunteers who successfully complete their service receive a substantial resettlement allowance, are granted a preferential hiring status with the Federal government, and lifetime access to subsidized graduate degree programs. And, we have an amazing professional network.
Since its inception, almost 250,000 Americans have served in 145 countries as Peace Corps Volunteers. Currently, Peace Corps has missions operating in 61 countries with over 3000 Volunteers and Trainees working in the fields of Education, Health, Agriculture, Community Economic Development, Environment, and Youth Leadership Development.
Find out how you can become part of the legacy by joining one of the most respected international development organizations on the planet.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone or InSight Career Fair milestone.

Show Your Stripes
2025-02-28 | VT
Wear stripes in support of Rare Disease Day! It’s essential to spread awareness about rare diseases as people struggle daily with diagnosis, treatment, access to care, and financial hardship. Show your support for more funding and awareness!

MONEYtalk: Investing for Beginners
2025-02-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 444, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States

Planetary Alignment Viewing
2025-02-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Come and watch the once in a lifetime alignment of all planets in our solar system!

Application Deadline for Montreal Semester
2025-03-01 | VT
Students who are interested in studying abroad in Montreal for the Fall ’25 or Spring ’26 semester must fill out their application by March 1, 2025.
As the largest trading partner to the U.S., Canada is a world away without being too far away. Discover the vibrant culture of Montreal, one of the world’s leading multimedia, business, and design cities.
Learn more about studying abroad in Montreal.

Showcase Your Favorites
2025-03-01 13:30 - 17:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity, anime lovers!
This is your chance to dive into the world of your favorite anime, characters, and themes!
Use tools like Canva, Adobe Express, Slides, or PowerPoint to craft mind-blowing presentations that showcase your favorite characters, anime, or manga.
Share your thoughts, engage your audience, and celebrate your love for anime together! You might inspire someone to start watching your favorite series! Let’s make this a night supercharged with enthusiasm and creativity!
All presentations are subject to approval and should be between 5 to 15 minutes.
Please contact animeclub@champlain.edu or message a council member on discord for more information.

Skullgirls + Virtua Fighter 5 Tournament
2025-03-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Esports Facility, Miller Center at Lakeside Campus, 175 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
CALLING ALL FIGHTING GAME PLAYERS! On March 1st, 2025 WNFC will be hosting a 2 game tournament for Skullgirls and Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O at the esports arena on the Lakeside campus from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. We encourage players of all skill levels to attend!

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O starting @ 6:00pm
Skullgirls starting @ 6:30pm

For more info please check out the registration page or join our discord:
https://www.start.gg/tournament/wnfc-weekly-series-double-feature-v5-r-e-v-o/details
https://discord.gg/cmqJvsc9JV

Be in the Audience at the 18th Annual Elevator Pitch Competition (CAREERtalk)
2025-03-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Eighteen of your peers compete for cash prizes and bragging rights in three categories during the 18th Annual Elevator Pitch Competition. The Finals will be hosted by Keith Oppenheim, Associate Professor in the Division of Communication and Creative Media and former CNN Correspondent, and scored by a panel of “celebrity” judges. Members of Champlain’s faculty and staff portray “The Suit” with whom students engage in the fictional elevator. Audience members vote for their favorite E-Pitcher in each category.

Attendance fulfills an InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

Ultimate Frisbee
2025-03-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Come play ultimate frisbee with us in the gym! We put a new twist on it every week to keep it fun and engaging, and are always willing to help other learn how to play. Hope to see you there!

Copyright & Fair Use for Everyone
2025-03-03 16:00 - 17:15 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Andrew Manitsky, one of Vermont’s leading experts in commercial litigation and trademark law, will break down the complex and ever-evolving world of copyright and fair use. Whether you’re a marketer, filmmaker, writer, or content creator, this session will provide a basic overview of key intellectual property laws. Bring your questions & be ready for a lively discussion!

OVR Minecraft Playtest (Sign-up Required)
2025-03-05 12:00 - 14:00 | VT
Have you ever wondered what a mob smells like in Minecraft? What about Redstone? Jungle Biomes?
The team at OVR Technology is inviting Champlain students to come find out and playtest a Minecraft mod that we call Aromacraft. This is a scent enabled Minecraft experience in which you, the gamer, will be immersed in the world of Minecraft through sight, sound, and smell. Come help test this breakthrough personal scent display technology and provide feedback to the team on your experience. All participants will be asked to sign a media release and a waiver. No photos or videos are allowed during the demo.
Join the OVR team at Champlain College on March 5th to be one of the first to test Aromacraft.
Playtests are held in Wick Hall, Room 100 from 12-2pm on March 5th. Sign-ups required.
MUST SIGN UP ON SIGN-UP GENIUS USING THIS LINK.

Simracing Workshop V
2025-03-05 14:00 - 18:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Simracing is back at Fireside Lounge with new equipment, including a SECOND racing chair! Bring a buddy and enjoy some friendly competition together.

Anime Bingo Night
2025-03-05 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get ready for Anime Bingo Night!
Dive into a world of your favorite anime terms, iconic shows, and beloved characters! Whether you love it digitally or prefer the classic vibe of a physical board, we’ve got you covered!
Join us for a night filled with laughter, fun, and camaraderie, all while competing for fabulous prizes!
Don’t miss out on the chance to snag something special—each winner gets one prize, but feel free to trade you see something else you fancy on the prize table!

Roommate Mixer
2025-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Housing and Residential Life is hosting a roommate mixer ahead of the main campus housing selection application deadline. Come meet and connect with new people! There is going to be a variety of activities to encourage getting to know others better.

Feminist Poetry Group
2025-03-07 15:00 - 16:30 | Room 201, Miller Information Commons, 95 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us to read and discuss various works from authors such as Mary Oliver, Audre Lorde, and more! Feel free to bring any works you believe to be important to women’s history, and dress cozy!

Hearst Television Nationwide Connect Event: Virtual Networking & Recruiting Event (CAREERtalk)
2025-03-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
“The story is YOURS” at Hearst Television. We are opening our doors to students nationwide to connect with top company leaders, learn about diverse career paths, and apply to be the next generation of media trailblazers.
At the event, students will have the chance to:-learn about various career paths in News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, IT, and Production;-network with leaders and professionals from top companies in the broadcast industry;-apply for open positions and internships;-discover more about company benefits, culture, and growth opportunities.
We encourage all students to participate. Areas of interest include:JournalismWritingSalesAdvertisingMarketingProductionPhotographyCreative ServicesEngineering & ITBusiness
The Career Expo will be open from 3:00-5:00 PM ET.
Fulfills InSight Career Fair milestone or CAREERtalk milestone. You must complete the external registration by clicking this link.

The Stim Out
2025-03-17 14:00 - 16:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us in Fireside Lounge to make some fidget toys and learn about stimming! Everyone is welcome.

Fireside Chat: The Entrepreneurial Mindset
2025-03-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Champlain professor Pat Patel in a fireside chat with business founder and sales leader Paul Skarvinko ’05.
In this conversation, Paul will share moments that shaped his professional path and the mindset he’s developed that drove his success. Patel and Skarvinko will explore current trends, the state of innovation and entrepreneurship, and what that means for professionals navigating the current market at any stage of their journey.
Reserve your seat today!
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

Build Your Own Ethernet Cable!
2025-03-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Miller Center, Lakeside Campus, 175 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Champlain’s Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) chapter to build your own ethernet cable! There will be a presentation to guide you through the steps and there will be pizza! The event will be hosted at the Leahy Center in Research Room 227!

Pi(e) Day
2025-03-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Nothing says math like Pi(e). Celebrate the delicious intersection of math and pastry at the 4th Annual Pi(e) Day! Join the library and math department at the MIC on March 19th from 1:00pm to 2:30pm for an afternoon of pie-tasting and math games. Whether you’re a math whiz or just here for the pie, there’s something for everyone.

DIY Sleep Socks
2025-03-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Relax and unwind with our DIY Therapeutic Sleep Socks drop-in! In this hands-on activity, you’ll fill a sock with rice, and lavender petals creating a soothing, warmable compress for your eyes or other parts of your body. The gentle pressure and calming scent of lavender are perfect for promoting relaxation and a restful night’s sleep. These cozy, handmade socks are a natural way to ease stress and tension, helping you unwind after a long day. Join us to make your own therapeutic sleep socks and take home a simple tool for better sleep and relaxation!

Pokemon TCG Club Drop-Ins
2025-03-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-23 17:00 - 19:00 | VT
Got some old pokemon cards laying around? Want to play or trade? Join us to learn how to play, or just surround yourself in a community that enjoys pokemon! (No cards necessary to join– we have rentals!)
Hosted in Wick 100.

Games Galore
2025-03-19 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Dive into an epic gaming adventure with us as we explore the worlds of your favorite anime and manga!
Whether you’re a proud member of the Black Bulls from Black Clover, setting sail with the Straw Hat Pirates in One Piece, or battling demons alongside Tanjiro in Kimetsu No Yaiba, there’s a game for every fan! Unite with fellow enthusiasts to experience thrilling tabletop and video games. Test your skills, forge alliances, and enjoy laughter-filled moments that only anime lovers can truly appreciate. Don’t miss out – let’s game together, share epic tales, and create unforgettable memories in these amazing universes!

Green Mountain Concert Services Tabling Event: Employer Spotlight Series
2025-03-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Green Mountain Concert Services will be tabling in the Atrium of the IDX on Thursday, March 20th from 12-2 pm.
They are hiring for concert and event security positions and would love to talk with you!
For more than two decades Green Mtn. Concert Services, Inc. (GMCS) has specialized in providing unarmed, onsite security solutions to high-profile special events, educational institutions, industrial, corporate, and municipal clients. GMCS security is heavily rooted in guest services, first-class training, and professional conduct. Today GMCS continues to set the standard for quality security professionals.

Therapy Dog Visits!
2025-03-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Meet Elia, a certified therapy dog, and her owner, Samara, at one of their monthly therapy dog visits to the Library. Whether you’re looking to relax, de-stress, or simply enjoy some furry cuddles, Elia is here to brighten your day. Stop by MIC Room 201 to enjoy some pawsitive vibes!

Taste & Traditions: Jamaica
2025-03-21 12:30 - 14:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join the OISS and ODI for an immersive journey into Jamaican culture! Expand your cultural horizons as you “Get in Culture” and “Diversity Your Palate” with the vibrant flavors, language, and entertainment of Jamaica.
🌴 Learn the basics of Jamaican Patwa/Creole/Patois🍛 Taste authentic Jamaican dishes🎬 Watch the classic film Cool Runnings
Come vibe with us, enjoy delicious food, and celebrate the rich heritage of Jamaica! Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Open to all students, staff, and faculty!

Women's History Month: Pajama Party Movie Night
2025-03-21 17:30 - 20:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us to watch a movie, to be voted on at the event, play fun games, and craft. We will be eating pizza and snacks with games like MASH, making friendship bracelets, and many more activities!

Soup Dinner & Stations of the Cross
2025-03-21 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-28 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-04 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-11 17:30 - 20:00 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join the Catholic Center on Fridays during Lent for a free soup dinner starting at 5:30pm. Each Friday, there will be a vegetarian soup served with homemade bread. After dinner, there will be rides to travel to St. Francis Xavier Parish in Winooski for Stations of the Cross at 7pm. This is free to attend, but please sign up so that we can prepare enough food and have rides for everyone.

Little League Pokemon TCG Tournament
2025-03-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Ready to put your skills to the test? The Pokemon TCG Club is hosting a special Pokemon tournament, which limits the amount of double-prized Pokemon you can use. Win some cards and play some games!
Want more info? Email us or join our discord!

Martial Arts Workshops with GMMAC!
2025-03-23 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-30 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for an exciting series of martial arts workshops on Sunday mornings at the IDX Fitness Center Studio! Whether you’re new to martial arts or looking to refine your skills, these workshops provide hands-on instruction in practical self-defense techniques. Explore the fundamentals of Filipino Kali (March 23), Thai Krabi-Krabong (March 30), Muay Thai (April 6), and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (April 13). Develop strength, discipline, and agility while learning from experienced instructors in a supportive environment.
For more details, contact Kyra Yu at kyu@champlain.edu.

SGA Debate
2025-03-23 17:00 - 19:00 | VT
Join us for a chance to hear from your candidates for SGA President and Vice-President! There will be a chance to ask questions, and all those who attend will be given raffle tickets to use at our annual Elections Party!

Social Work Advocacy Day
2025-03-25 08:00 - 15:30 | VT
Join Social Work Professors Tarn Foerg and April Mentzer for Social Work Advocacy Day. We will visit the State House, meet Vermont Social Work Legislators, tour the State House, learn about current bills, and observe committee meetings. Transportation is available. Click here to sign up. Contact Tarn Foerg at tfoerg@champlain.edu with questions.

WGC CHATS #3: Gem Raff
2025-03-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
WGC CHATS (Women’s & Gender Center-Community. Healing. Activism. Teaching. Solidarity.) is an interview series where students will have the opportunity to learn from community members about their careers, how they got to where they are now, and how their marginalized identities challenged and strengthened them throughout their career journey. Each session will start out with the WGC Coordinator interviewing the guest and then it will be opened up to student questions.

Gem Raff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a dancer, and manager for Odyssey Teen Camp! He received his Master’s Degree in Social Work from UVM and has started TWO LLC’s, one for his therapy services, and one for life coaching services which use dance as a medium for helping his clients work through their problems. He is also part of a local dance troupe called Merde which performs every year at the Vermont Burlesque Festival and the Winter is a Drag Ball. In collaboration with DARE to Care, each of these sessions will be aligned with our monthly wellness themes. March’s theme is Mental Health.

Campus Reel Tabling Event: Micro Internship Opportunities
2025-03-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Campus Reel is tabling in the Atrium of the IDX from 11am-2pm and they are excited to talk with you about Micro Internships in the areas of content creation. They are targeting students from ALL MAJORS!
Micro Internships take up a small amount of time, make a huge impact, and they’re paid!
Campus Reel will have a prize wheel and snacks and can’t wait to talk with you about partnering with them on marketing Champlain College student experiences.

Wellbeing Walk: Red Rocks
2025-03-26 11:45 - 14:30 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join wellbeing peer coaches on a trip to Red Rocks Park. Immerse yourself in nature, games, and good company with your peers. Refreshments provided!

Yoga Event: Connecting Residential and Commuter Students
2025-03-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for a unique yoga event designed to bring together both residential and commuter students! Connect, collaborate, and build community as you team up with someone from a different student group. Together, you’ll work through a series of yoga poses, starting from beginner to expert levels. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a first-timer, this event offers a fun and engaging way to promote physical wellness, foster new connections, and enhance your overall student experience. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stretch, strengthen, and unite with fellow students!

Women's History Month: Keynote Speaker Marie-Christine Williams
2025-03-26 15:30 - 17:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
In celebration of Women’s History Month, keynote speaker Marie-Christine Williams will be joining us on March 26th in the Champlain Room from 3:30-5:00 PM. She will share her story of survival and the relentless strength of the human spirit. We will also be holding a Q&A session in the Morgan Room from 6:00-6:45 PM.
Williams is the author of “The Dark Side of Human Nature: The Rwandan Massacre of April-July, 1994 A Personal Story,” as well as a speaker and survivor of the tragic events.
Open to all students, staff, and faculty!

Lego Club Weekly Meeting
2025-03-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-02 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-09 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-16 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-23 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-30 16:00 - 17:30 | Room 102, Joyce Hall, 387 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come join the Champlain College official Lego Club in Joyce 102 to hang out, build legos, and meet new friends! Bring your own or use our bricks, the choice is yours! We cannot wait to see you there.

Lake Champlain Community Sailing Tabling Event: Employer Spotlight Series
2025-03-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come meet Lake Champlain Community Sailing to learn about exciting job opportunities.
Lake Champlain Community Sailing is hiring for the following roles: Sailing Instructor, Waterfront Coordinator, Office Coordinator, Events Coordinator
The CSC is located on the waterfront in Burlington, VT and has been operating for 30 years. As the only Community Sailing Center in the state the CSC offers a variety of programs for youth, adult, students, and the visiting sailing and paddling enthusiast. We also host several signature events each year bringing the community together to celebrate the Lake. CSC’s diverse programs range from recreational to racing, accommodating every sailor. Our fleet is composed of O’pen Bics, Hartley 10s, 420’s, RS Zests, RS Quests, Lasers, Sonars, Rhodes 19s, Stand Up Paddleboards, kayaks and canoes.

Big Prize Bingo with the Student Activity Programmers
2025-03-27 20:30 - 22:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join the SAPs for a chance to win substantial prizes! Featuring themed kits, technology, and FUN!
Bring your student ID to participate and get ready for BINGO!
Everyone is welcome!

ITScon '25
2025-03-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Champlain College’s Cybersecurity Club (CCSC) is happy to announce our 4th annual event: ITScon on Friday, March 28 in the Champlain Room on main campus!
This conference will offer hashtag opportunities to members of the Champlain College Community to network with fellow peers, meet alumni, and interact with employers with a passion for technology, computing, programming, or cybersecurity!
Students will be showcasing projects that they have completed in and outside of the classroom!
If you are interested in attending as a prospective employer, industry professional, alumni, faculty member, and student; reserve your spot today!
This counts as a Career Fair InSight milestone.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to ccsc@champlain.edu. We hope to see you there!

AI Literacy Day: Claude 101
2025-03-28 14:20 - 15:20 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Designed to equip you with essential skills to effectively leverage Claude, this training will include best practices, effective prompts, shortcuts and techniques and ways to avoid pitfalls when working with AI. This session is open to faculty, staff and students whether you’re new to Claude or eager to enhance existing skills.
We’ll have plenty of time for Q&A after the one-hour presentation.
This event will take place in CCM Room 221.

Psi Chi Movie Night: Inside Out 2
2025-03-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come enjoy Inside Out 2 with popcorn and cotton candy!

Queer Prom: A History of Queer Resistance
2025-03-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Queer Prom is BACK and you are cordially invited! This year’s theme is “A History of Queer Resistance.” We will be dressed in our finest vintage fashions as we explore the movements that have kept Queer Joy alive throughout the years. You can look forward to retro and current music, drag performances from the illustrious Rhedd Rhumm, a photo booth to capture your special memories, and refreshments! All students welcome!

Emo Night
2025-03-29 07:00 - 21:00 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Enjoy emo music and a night of dancing with snacks and raffle prizes. Hosted by the North Area RAs.

Jackbox Night
2025-03-29 13:30 - 17:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
We are diving into the hilarious world of Jackbox Games! Get ready to unleash your creativity in Mad Verse City, where your rap skills will be put to the test! Or other wacky games such as split the room or Fibbage?
Gather your friends, grab your snacks, and let’s make some unforgettable memories filled with laughter and friendly competition. Who will be crowned the ultimate Jackbox champion? Let the games begin!

Earth Month Countdown
2025-03-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
To kick off the celebration of Earth Month, the SAPs team invites all students to celebrate our planet! We will be serving dirt pudding snacks and running nature inspired activities like seed bomb making and planting pot decorating. We will even have a Pop-Up Swap Shop! (Though not required, please bring an item to swap. Donations are welcome as well!)

International Photo Contest Submission Deadline
2025-03-30 23:59 - 2025-03-31 00:00 | VT
Submit photos of your travels abroad for a chance to win prizes! Submissions close on March 30th at 11:59pm.

Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Watch Party
2025-04-02 09:00 - 22:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us in Fireside Lounge from 9-10 AM to watch the highly anticipated full reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 with free bagels and coffee for all attendees!

Game Studio Alumni Q&A: Alex Barnett (Insomniac Games) (CAREERtalk)
2025-04-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
2022 Game Production Management graduate Alex Barnett joins us to share the story of how they found a home at first party Sony studio Insomniac Games. Come prepared with questions about navigating the job market, making connections, and life in AAA-space!
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

Shroud of Turin Presentation
2025-04-02 19:30 - 20:30 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Jim Bertrand of the American Confraternity of the Holy Shroud will be presenting on the Shroud of Turin at the Catholic Center. The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth bearing a faint image of a crucified man, believed by many to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ, and is a significant object of religious devotion and scientific study. A shroud replica will be available to view at the presentation. The Shroud continues to be a topic of ongoing debate and discussion – come to learn more about its history, origins, and the nature of the image it bears.

Employer Spotlight Series Tabling: Lund
2025-04-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by the table in the IDX Atrium to meet with a representative from Lund and learn about opportunities!
For generations, Lund has helped children and families thrive. Lund’s family-centered and integrated services help to create strong, healthy families and an even stronger Vermont community. Join our award-winning team in serving over 5,400 people a year.
Lund’s mission is to help children thrive by empowering families to break cycles of poverty, addiction and abuse. Lund offers hope and opportunity to families through education, treatment, family support and adoption.

Spring 2025 Networking Event hosted by Stiller Women in Business
2025-04-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
You may have heard the saying, “Networking is your job until you get a job (or internship).” Networking is more than just a social event; it’s an opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and build lasting relationships that can open doors to new career possibilities. By attending this event, you’ll have the chance to practice your networking skills in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Engage in meaningful conversations with faculty, staff, alumni, and employers, all while discovering potential career opportunities, including jobs, internships, Capstone projects, and more. This event is open to students of all years and majors, offering a valuable chance to expand your professional network and explore your future career path.
Please use this external link to register: https://bit.ly/spring2025studentregis
As an incentive, if you register by March 25, we’ll make 10 business cards for you to use for networking.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

Community Dinner
2025-04-03 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us on the first Thursday of each month at the Catholic Center for a free home-cooked meal! Stop by for some food and fellowship. Please sign up so that we can prepare enough food for all. Thank you!

Tabletop Games Club
2025-04-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Room 102, Joyce Hall, 387 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Tabletop Games Club is a place for people to socialize and play tabletop games. We provide a large variety of games members can freely use. Whether you’re new to board games or a veteran, all are welcome! Don’t know what to play? Find a club head and we’ll help you get set up with a game. Our club is all about coming together and meeting new people with shared interests, and we’d love to have you there!

Sanrio Spectular
2025-04-05 13:30 - 17:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Sanrio Night is here, and it’s about to get wild! Dive deep into the colorful world of Hello Kitty and her quirky crew. It’s a full-blown celebration of all things adorable!
Think giant plushies mixed with bold street art vibes! Get ready for a night filled with prizes and enjoying your favorite characters. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious, Sanrio Night promises to be as quirky and fun as your wildest dreams—because who says cuteness doesn’t rock hard? Let’s show the world that Sanrio isn’t just sweet; it’s got a fierce side too!

Community Mural Project: The Lotus Collective
2025-04-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-09 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us in creating “The Lotus Collective,” a community mural project recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This collaborative artwork symbolizes the journey to healing, with each contribution representing strength, resilience, and growth. Every contribution matters in this visual statement of community solidarity with survivors.
Drop-in Contribution Details
•No artistic experience necessary—all community members welcome
•Add your personal touch to our collective expression of support
•Materials and guidance provided on-site
•Create in a supportive, respectful environment
Together, we’re cultivating an artistic representation of strength, hope and healing that honors individual experiences while uplifting collective resilience. Drop-in to make your mark.
The Lotus Collective mural will be displayed in the CCM Stairnook Gallery starting Thursday, April 17, 2025, along with art contributions from our community. Attend the reception on April, 17 from 3:00-6:00 PM.

Human Trafficking Awareness Presentation
2025-04-08 14:30 - 15:30 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
As a part of Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SAAM), the Title IX Office and Relationships 101 Working Group are hosting Katie Newell, Vermont’s Statewide Human Trafficking Case Manager, for a presentation to raise awareness on human trafficking.
A description of the event is as follows: Understanding the complexities of human trafficking can be challenging. Human trafficking involves the exploitation of individual vulnerabilities predicated on social inequities and marginalized populations. This training will provide a basic knowledge and understanding of how human trafficking is defined, increase participants’ knowledge of the dynamics of exploitation and offer a basic understanding on what makes individuals vulnerable to trafficking.

Sketch & Snack
2025-04-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Need a break? Love to doodle? Come unwind at Sketch & Snack, a casual drop-in drawing session with plenty of snacks to keep you going!
Every 20 minutes, we’ll throw out a fun prompt—draw it or do your own thing! No pressure, no skill required—just a chance to relax, create, and connect with others.
– Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own!
– Enjoy a simple fruit platter while you sketch!
– Stay as long as you like!
Drop in, draw, snack, repeat!

Community Involvement Fair
2025-04-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Student Government Association (SGA) is hosting a Community Involvement Fair for the Champlain community! Join us in the Champlain Room to connect with local Vermont organizations, who will be tabling and sharing information about their missions and values. We will also be hosting a food and clothing drive benefiting both on- and off-campus organizations.
We see this event as a great way to learn more about organizations serving Vermont and how you can get involved in our local community. We want to give students the opportunity to connect with companies who have similar interests and ideals to their own.
We will have a raffle for attendance!
Participating Organizations:

Peace and Justice Center
Carshare Vermont
Vermont Community Wash and Learn – King St Laundry
Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
ACLU of Vermont
The Catholic Center at UVM
Fletcher Free Library
Turning Point Center of Chittenden County
COTS
Feeding Champlain Valley
Vermont Commission on Women
Students Demand Action
Spectrum Youth & Family Services
League of Women Voters of Vermont
HomeShare Vermont
United Way of Northwest Vermont
Vermont Afghan Alliance
Vermont Soccer Association
Outright Vermont
350Vt Transportation Team
Climate Action Collective
Chauncey’s Cupboard
Burlington Community Justice Center

Research & Write Night
2025-04-09 17:00 - 20:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Research and writing are hard! That’s why the Library and SMART Space are teaming up to help you get through your final projects. We’ll have librarians, academic coaches, and writing coaches on hand to help you ace your final papers and projects. Oh, and did we mention snacks? Join us for all or part of the evening and get all the encouragement you need to finish the semester strong.

Pictionary
2025-04-09 18:30 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us for Pictionary!
Let your creativity flow as you have people guess different characters, backgrounds, and titles.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a doodler just for fun, everyone is welcome to join the excitement. Keep your eyes peeled for clues and let your imagination soar.
Share your drawings and see if your fellow Champs can guess what you’re depicting. Who will be the champion of our anime Pictionary? Get ready to draw, guess, and laugh!

National Life Tabling & Same Day Interviews
2025-04-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by the Atrium of the IDX between 12pm-2pm on Thursday, April 10th and have a chat with a business partner from National Life!
National Life is hiring for multiple full time positions – This is an EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY for students nearing graduation that have not yet secured a full time role after graduation.
Students may be invited for same day interviews.
Interested students are also encouraged to attend the National Life Information Session from 5pm-6pm in CCM221.
Check out open positions here.

OISS Get in Culture: Malaysia
2025-04-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
OISS Get in Culture is an event focused on Malaysia. This is a second-year Care Talk milestone. Presented by Professor Wei Kian Chen. Malaysian food will be provided. Learn all about the culture with us!

National Life Group Info Session: Employer Spotlight Series
2025-04-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
National Life is hiring for multiple positions in multiple business areas!
They are especially interested in speaking with students nearing graduation and ready to launch a career in June.
Internship opportunities are also available for Summer of 2026 as well. Start the conversation now and be ready to apply Fall of 2025.
Located in Vermont – National Life is a major employer who is seriously excited about hiring Champlain talent.
Students from all majors are encouraged to attend.

After Hours: A Working Student Round Table Talk
2025-04-10 19:15 - 20:15 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Are you juggling work and school? You’re not alone! Join us for a supportive and interactive roundtable event where students who balance both can come together to share experiences, tips, and strategies for managing the demands of being a working student. Let’s talk about the challenges, the wins, and everything in between, while building a sense of community and support. Whether you’re working part-time or full-time, from any major or job type, this is the perfect space to connect, share advice, and learn from each other. Grab some free school supplies and snacks! Join the conversation, and let’s tackle the working student life together.

Take Flight: Visualizing the VSO Experience
2025-04-11 15:30 - 17:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
What happens when you take game artists and combine them with an orchestra in a futuristic hangar? Come find out on Friday as Champlain Game students show off their year-long project they worked on, creating animations for the Vermont Symphony Orchestra that were projected during live orchestral performances at BETA’s airplane hangar. Hope to see you there!

DESIRE PATHS: CREM Capstone Opening Reception
2025-04-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Champlain Art Gallery, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
This is the opening reception for the Creative Media Senior Capstone Showcase in the gallery.

Boba Bar
2025-04-12 07:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Come to fireside to enjoy some boba on the house! Come alone or bring some friends to socialize and enjoy a cold drink.

Wellbeing Walk: Shelburne Farms
2025-04-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for a nice walk at Shelburne Farms and visit a historical site in Vermont. We know classes are approaching final projects and exams, so use this chance to enjoy a stress free walk. It’s a casual 2 hour walk, let’s get our steps in!

Champlayers: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
2025-04-12 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-04-13 13:00 - 15:30, 2025-04-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
37 plays in 120 minutes
Whether you love or hate him
Come join us to honor William Shakespeare and his work
Less of a play and more of a wacky mashup of early and post-modern shenanigans

Car Wash Fundraiser
2025-04-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Finney Quad, Champlain College, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Get your car looking sparkly for Spring at the Senior Class Gift fundraiser: the post-mud season car wash. All proceeds go towards the Class of 2025 Senior Class Gift—a new gazebo on campus, creating an additional outdoor community space to connect, study, and relax.
The car wash will take place by the Garden House on Finney Quad. Pull through the Skiff parking lot to enter.

Sodexo/Chauncey's Cupboard Food Demonstration
2025-04-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
A food making demonstration with samples highlighting a recipe with some ingredients commonly available at Chaunecy’s Cupboard.

National Guard Tabling: Employer Spotlight Series
2025-04-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by to speak with SSG Brendan Miles about opportunities with the Vermont National Guard.

Women in Cybersecurity: AI vs. Cyber Threats
2025-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Champlain’s Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) chapter to learn about AI vs. Cyber Threats! There will be a presentation and there will also be pizza!

Coffeehouse Social Hour(s)
2025-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us for a cozy night in! With pastries and warm drinks like coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. You will get to mingle around and talk to friends or even new people! We will be running a raffle, and having activities available like crafts and board games! Stick around until the end to see if you win a gift basket!
This event is hosted by a COR-104 class.

Commencement Graduation Fair
2025-04-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Graduating students: stop by the Commencement Fair either from 10-12pm or 2-4pm to complete all your graduation essentials in one convenient location! Pick up your regalia, purchase Senior Week tickets, and verify your graduation details with the Registrar’s Office. Browse exclusive commencement merchandise at the Bookstore booth, connect with the Alumni Office to stay in the Champlain family, and explore post-graduation networking opportunities with the Career Collaborative. Get answers to all your Commencement Day questions, and don’t miss your chance to win fun prizes in our graduate raffle! Everything you need to prepare for your big day—all in one place.

Vermont Agency Tabling: Employer Spotlight Series
2025-04-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Stop by and speak with representatives about full-time positions in the financial services field – job and internship opportunities are available.
The Vermont Agency is the oldest independent agency of National Life Group and is currently the #1 agency in the company across all matrices.

PASKA Decorating (Ukrainian Easter Bread)
2025-04-16 12:30 - 14:00 | Office of Diversity & Inclusion, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for a cultural and educational event! Experience the art of decorating traditional Ukrainian Easter bread while engaging in meaningful conversations about current events in Ukraine. All are welcome!

TeaDOV Picnic
2025-04-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for a picnic and tea in celebration of Trans Day of Visibility! All students, staff, and faculty welcome.
The event location has been moved to the WGC due to weather.

International Photo Contest reception
2025-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come see all of the amazing submissions for the International Photo Contest! Winners will be announced and light refreshments will be provided.

Student Art Sale
2025-04-16 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-17 15:00 - 19:00 | VT
Student Art Sale coming up! Support students selling and showcasing their art, crafts, and designs. The Fall sale was a raging success. We look forward to seeing you at the Spring sale! April 16 & 17, 3-7 pm, CCM Skyloft

Tenebrae
2025-04-17 05:00 - 06:00, 2025-04-18 05:00 - 06:00, 2025-04-19 05:00 - 06:00 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
On behalf of the staff at the Catholic Center at UVM, we invite you to join us in prayer each morning of the Sacred Triduum at 5:00 a.m. at the Catholic Center. On the morning of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday, our students and community members come together to pray Tenebrae, a tradition of the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist. In this prayer, Matins and Lauds are combined together in a special way, along with ancient rubrics.
Candles are gradually extinguished through the prayer with the service ending in darkness. Students are welcome to join for breakfast concluding the service on Holy Thursday and Holy Saturday.

Howard Center Tabling Event
2025-04-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Howard Center will be tabling in the Atrium of the IDX from 12pm-2pm on Thursday, April 17th. They are hiring for a wide variety of positions.
Howard Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving children, adults, families, and communities. Howard Center is the designated provider for mental health and developmental disability services and the preferred provider for substance use services in Chittenden County.
Stop by their table and learn about open positions at Howard Center!

Spring Has Sprung
2025-04-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Rozendaal Courtyard, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Pot and decorate a free plant! Hosted by the South Area RAs.

Howard Center Information Session: Employer Spotlight Series (CAREERtalk & CAREERfair)
2025-04-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Howard Center is hosting an information session on Thursday, April 17th from 5pm-6pm.
Come learn about working for Howard Center – hiring for a wide variety of positions.
Attending the Information Session counts towards CAREERtalk and Career Fair milestones.
Howard Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving children, adults, families, and communities. Howard Center is the designated provider for mental health and developmental disability services and the preferred provider for substance use services in Chittenden County.
Howard Center will also be tabling in the Atrium of the IDX from 11am-2pm – stop by!

Hot Takes & Noodles
2025-04-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Love a good debate? Love noodles even more? Join us for Hot Takes & Noodles, a fun, lighthearted night of food and fiery opinions!
We’ll be debating fun, silly hot takes—like is cereal better without milk? Or should all movies be under two hours? Grab a bowl, share your spiciest opinions, and enjoy some great conversation!

Liturgy of the Lord's Supper
2025-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | VT
On Holy Thursday, the Liturgy of the Lord’s Supper will be held at 7 p.m. at the Catholic Center. Following the Liturgy, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will go until 11 p.m. We hope that you can join us as we enter the Sacred Triduum.

Blind Date with a Book
2025-04-17 20:30 - 22:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Looking for a new read? Come to Fireside Lounge at 8pm on April 17th to pick one up-with a twist! We’ll have a variety of books for you to pick out, but you’ll only have a short description to go off of. We’re also going to provide annotation kits so you can delve deep into your next read. Don’t judge a book by its cover, grab a warm drink, and dig into your new book with us!

De-Stress: Slime Making
2025-04-18 11:30 - 12:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
We understand this is a stressful time as the Spring semester comes to an end. Join wellbeing peer coaches in making your own stress-relieving slime!

Liturgy of the Lord's Passion
2025-04-18 15:00 - 16:00 | VT
The Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion on Good Friday will take place at 3 p.m. at the Catholic Center at UVM. The celebration consists of three parts, namely, the Liturgy of the Word, the Adoration of the Cross, and Holy Communion. We hope that you can join us on this holy day.

Pysanka: Ukrainian Egg-painting
2025-04-18 16:00 - 17:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us for an Easter event where you will learn about the folk tradition of Ukrainian egg-painting, known as pysanka. Create your own decorated eggs and explore their rich symbolism, which is a wonderful opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture. Everyone is welcome!

Two Wheels Towards Adventure
2025-04-18 19:30 - 20:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an evening with bicycle traveler Joe Cruz as he shares inspiring tales of adventure and epic rides!

Champlain College Dance Team Annual Showcase
2025-04-19 02:00 - 16:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come watch Champlain College Dance Team’s Annual Showcase and enjoy a variety of dance pieces choreographed by current students and alumni! Admission is free for all to watch! We also have a livestream available on our YouTube channel if you would like to watch remotely. Any questions can be directed to ccdtvt@gmail.com.

Lavender Graduation
2025-04-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Lavender Graduation is a special and meaningful event that honors graduating seniors who are part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and their allies. Any graduating senior can be recognized. Additionally, awards will be given out to students, staff, and faculty who have made a significant impact on the LGBTQIA2S+ community on campus. A buffet lunch will also be served.
If you are a graduating senior who would like to be recognized at Lavender Graduation, please fill out this form.
If you would like to learn more about our awards and nominate someone who embodies the spirit of our awards, please fill out this form.
All students and employees are invited to attend this celebration!

Hot Takes Debate Night
2025-04-19 13:30 - 17:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Ready to ignite the anime debate battle? Let’s dive into some hot topics that will split the fandom in two!
1. Goku vs. Superman: Who takes the crown in an all-out brawl? Is Goku’s ultra instinct too much for the Man of Steel?2. Naruto vs. Luffy: Who’s the better captain? Discuss teamwork versus the hunger for achieving dreams!3. Best Anime Villain: Is it Frieza with his ruthless ambition, or Light Yagami with his twisted sense of justice?4. Cooking Showdown: Who’s the ultimate anime chef? Gintoki from “Gintama” or Sōma from “Food Wars!”? Taste buds and techniques are on the line!
Choose your team, and let the debate begin! The floor is yours! What’s your hot take?Be sure to submit your topics in the Notion Form!

Stations of the Cross
2025-04-19 18:15 - 20:00 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join the Catholic Center as we travel to St. Francis Xavier Parish in Winooski for Stations of the Cross led by Msgr. Richard Lavalley. Please meet at the Catholic Center by 6:15 p.m. for a ride. This event is free to attend, but please sign up so that we can coordinate rides for everyone. This is a prayerful and penitential practice to partake in on Good Friday. We hope that you can join us.

Easter Vigil
2025-04-19 20:00 - 22:00 | VT
The Easter Vigil will start at 8 p.m. at the Catholic Center at UVM. On this holy night, the Church keeps watch, celebrating the resurrection of Christ in the sacraments and awaiting his return in glory. It is the turning point of the Triduum, the Passover of the new covenant, which marks Christ’s passage from death to life. Consider staying afterwards for light refreshments to celebrate the newly baptized!

Easter Sunday Mass
2025-04-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 | VT
Easter Sunday Mass at the Catholic Center will be at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join us in the celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord!

Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
2025-04-20 11:00 - 12:30 | The Catholic Center at UVM, 390 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Easter Sunday is April 20th. The Catholic Center invites you to celebrate with us. Mass will be at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. The Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch will take place after the 10 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass. Please sign up below so that we can prepare enough food for all. This is free to attend and anyone is welcome to come! Thank you!

Crosswalk Repainting
2025-04-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Hub Desk, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Please join SGA, the Women’s & Gender Center, and the Office of Diversity & Inclusion in a community effort to repaint our Black Lives Matter and Progress Pride Flag crosswalks. You do not need to stay for the entirety of the event, all Champlain community members are welcome to drop in and help as much as they’re able. Light refreshments will be provided. Meet in the IDX parking lot.
Please note: This event was rescheduled for April 22 due to weather.

Street Fighter 6 CHAMPionship
2025-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Esports Facility, Miller Center at Lakeside Campus, 175 Lakeside Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
A tournament for Street Fighter 6. Offering brackets for new and experienced players. Free to enter, with prizes for winners. Sign up in the Champlain Esports Discord server.

Lego Bingo
2025-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
The Lego Club is hosting its second event! Join us in Fireside Lounge for a bingo game where all the prizes are Lego sets!

Grad Cap Decorating Supplies "Store"
2025-04-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Your one-stop shop for all of your graduation cap decorating needs. We will have space to decorate at the event, or you can pick up materials to take with you. Stickers, glitter, gems, fabric paint, and so much more, we will also have a Cricut machine on-site to print custom designs!
This event is a Senior Class Gift fundraiser – pay what you can, take what you need. All proceeds go towards the Class of 2025 Senior Class Gift: a new gazebo on campus, creating an additional outdoor community space to connect, study, and relax.

Champlain College ROTC Tabling #2
2025-04-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Reserve Officers’ Training Program (ROTC) is a college-based officer training program that prepares students for a career in the U.S. military. Along with great leadership training, ROTC can pay for your college tuition. Stop by and speak with Chris Cunningham to learn about the program.

Cardboard Cosplay
2025-04-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us for a fun and creative community event where teams of 2-4 people will come together to design and build cardboard costumes in a collaborative, lighthearted atmosphere! Teams will create their unique projects in a limited time, participants scramble to gather materials laid before them to construct a suit of their choice, and when the time is finished, they will present what they’ve managed to get done. After gathering materials and crafting, teams will showcase their costumes in front of a lively crowd at Fireside. The event will be held on Sunday, April 24th, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. So gather your team, unleash your creativity, and show off what you’ve made in a fun, judgment-free environment!

Global Take Back the Night (Virtual)
2025-04-24 20:00 - 21:00 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
Join advocates worldwide for a virtual Take Back the Night event, uniting across time zones in solidarity against sexual violence. This digital gathering creates an accessible platform for survivor voices to be amplified across geographic boundaries. The virtual format removes traditional barriers to participation, allowing survivors and allies to stand together in this important movement. All are welcome to tune in to this powerful demonstration of global solidarity. Together, we can shine light on the darkness of sexual violence and work toward a safer world for everyone.
Learn more and register here. Organized by the Take Back the Night Foundation®.

Spring Meltdown: Let Us Grow!
2025-04-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Rozendaal Courtyard, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join CHAMP for our annual Spring Meltdown on the last day of classes! This year, we celebrate alongside the Lorax! We will have a DJ, dunk tank, inflatables, photo booth, raffle prizes, games, and T-shirts to give away! All students can eat, too, even those without a meal plan. We’re ready to have so much fun, and we hope are, too!All students welcome. Please bring your student ID.

Wellness Day at the WGC
2025-04-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
This event aims to spread awareness for breast cancer, giving students a chance to support patients and survivors and to partake in and enjoy some wellness activities. You can hear from survivors, write a letter to a patient, and even learn how to do your own self-examination.

Twisted Pretzels
2025-04-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us in the Morgan Room for an evening filled with fun and engaging activities, snacks, and crafts with your community to wrap up the semester! This event is hosted by a COR-104 class.

ODI Senior Celebration
2025-04-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The annual ODI Senior Celebration is an opportunity to recognize, celebrate, and support the hard work and accomplishments of our graduating class. Graduating seniors have the opportunity to receive cultural stoles and first generation cords as they self-identify. All students, staff, and faculty are welcome to cheer our students on, have dinner, and take pictures in our photo booth! ALL graduates in attendance will be recognized and celebrated!

Finals Week: Peer Tutoring
2025-04-27 00:00 - 2025-04-30 23:59 | VT
Take advantage of peer tutoring from Champlain’s SMART Space during finals week! Tutoring hours are offered from Sunday, April 27 through Wednesday, April 30. See the below times and locations for your area of study:
Game Art | Location: CCM 232
Sunday: 1:30-9:30 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 5:30-9:30 PM
Game Design | Location: CCM 223
Sunday: 1:30-9:30 PM
Monday: 5:30-9:30 PM
Wednesday: 5:30-9:30 PM
Math | Location: MIC 207
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: 4:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00-3:00 PM & 4:00-8:00 PM
Writing | Location: MIC 208
Sunday through Wednesday: 4:00-8:00 PM
Programming | Location: MIC 203
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: 4:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00-4:00 PM
Accounting & Finance | Location: MIC 202
Sunday: 4:00-8:00 PM
Cybersecurity | Location: Joyce 310
Tuesday: 5:00-8:00 PM

Pastels and Pascal
2025-04-27 04:00 - 18:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join us for Pastels and Pascal! We can relax, get creative with pastels, and watch Disney’s Tangled movie with friends.

Care Package Making
2025-04-28 10:00 - 12:30 | Atrium, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Gear up for finals week by grabbing some supplies to help you wind down! We’ll have a variety of self care goodies for you to pick out and bring home. Come by IDX Atrium to browse a wide selection of items for you to use to decompress- including shower steamers, face masks, tumbler cups, hand cream, and more!

Relaxation Station
2025-04-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
A student-run, drop-in event hosted in Fireside. The event will have different tables including slime making, painting, board games, and snacks. This event is hosted by a COR-104 class.

WGC CHATS #4: Faith Steinmetz
2025-04-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
WGC CHATS (Women’s & Gender Center-Community. Healing. Activism. Teaching. Solidarity.) is an interview series where students will have the opportunity to learn from community members about their careers, how they got to where they are now, and how their marginalized identities challenged and strengthened them throughout their career journey. Each session will start out with the WGC Coordinator interviewing the guest and then it will be opened up to student questions.
Faith (she/her) got her Bachelor’s in Psychology from UVM and after college went on to work with youth with disabilities. She has always been an avid gamer and cosplayer and one day was offered the opportunity to work as a game developer! Her background working with folx with disabilities made her uniquely equipped to assess games for accessibility. In collaboration with DARE to Care, each of these sessions will be aligned with our monthly wellness themes. April’s theme is Digital Wellness.

Indie Dev Q&A: Emmett Nahil of Perfect Garbage
2025-04-28 17:30 - 18:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Do you dream of using interactive narrative to tell revolutionary stories that re-define what games are capable of being? Or do you have designs of creating your own studio from the ground up? Join Emmett Nahil on 28 April in CCM 221 to learn how his identities as Narrative Designer, Game Dev, Studio Owner, and Writer all intersect to build his unique career journey. The talk will start at 5:30pm with a brief overview of Emmett’s career and then open into a Q&A style conversation. Come ready with your questions!
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From Emmett Nahil’s Website:
Hailing from a haunted seaside town in Northeastern Massachusetts, Emmett Nahil is the author of novel FROM THE BELLY (Tenebrous Press, 2024) and graphic novel LET ME OUT (Oni Press, 2023). His obsession with horror and speculative fiction has taken his writing to Nightmare Magazine, THE BOOK OF QUEER SAINTS: VOLUME II, Laura Kate Dale’s GENDER EUPHORIA anthology, and elsewhere. In his other life, Emmett is the Narrative Director and co-founder of Perfect Garbage Studios. He can be found most places online as @_emnays.

Chill & Thrill: End-of-Semester Movie Night
2025-04-29 08:30 - 22:40 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
As the semester winds down, take a well-deserved break and join us for a relaxing evening at the Fireside Lounge. We’ll be screening Gorge at 8:30 PM on Tuesday, April 29, complete with free popcorn and drinks. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, connect with friends, and celebrate the end of the term in a low-pressure, welcoming space.

Take Back the Night with HOPE Works
2025-04-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Take Back the Night raises awareness for survivors of sexual violence and provides a space to cultivate awareness, solidarity, and speak out against injustice within our community. Meet at the Champlain College Women’s & Gender Center at 4:15pm to attend as a group. The event starts 5:00pm at Royal Tyler Courtyard on UVM’s campus, followed by a march down to Burlington City Arts on Church Street where survivors’ will have the opportunity to speak out. Come for all or some of this event.
Together, we can raise awareness, challenge the culture of sexual violence, and work toward a future where everyone can move through the world without fear. All are welcome to attend. Your presence matters. Event organized by HOPE Works.
If you require transportation to this event for accessibility reasons please contact womensandgender@champlain.edu by Friday, April 25.

Street Fighter: The Movie Night!
2025-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Watch party for Street Fighter: The Movie. Takes place in Fireside Lounge on Tuesday the 29th. Run by FGC Champs.

Stiller School of Business Capstone Poster Session CAREERtalk
2025-04-30 12:00 - 14:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
It’s time to celebrate our students! Stop by to learn what our Stiller School of Business seniors have been working on this semester. Their clients have included the Sarah Ramsey Strong Foundation, Prestige VA Claim Aides, Burnell Brothers, Smiles Studio, Vermont Student Assistance Corporation’s Gear Up Program, Old Spokes Home, New Breed, H2Go, Lisa Danforth Coaching, and Culture Ebikes. Light refreshments will be provided. Hope to see you at this end-of-semester event. Undergraduate students are encouraged to attend to see what’s in store for them in the senior year.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone.

Sailor Moon Dice Tournament in Honor of The Mopperman
2025-04-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Mike Opperman is leaving the college after this semester, so join the Math Club playing the Sailor Moon Dice Challenge! It is a silly little dice game that is quite easy to pick up, so drop on by and play a few rounds and hang out with The Mopperman!

Champlain Connect: Burlington
2025-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | VT
Join President Alex Hernandez, Vermont-based alumni, and fellow soon-to-be graduates at Burlington Beer Company for our annual Champlain Connect: Burlington event!
The evening will serve as an official welcome to the Champlain Alumni Community for the Class of 2025, a celebration of the 2025 Senior Class Gift, and a chance for our graduates to network with local alumni. We are also excited to welcome The Portable Mini-Golf Company, owned and operated by Champlain’s very own Peter Miller! A nine-hole course will be set up inside our event space at BBCO.
– Welcome the Class of 2025 into the alumni community– Network with local alumni– Enjoy drinks and refreshments from BBCO– Play a round of mini golf on-site
All proceeds go toward the Class of 2025 Senior Class Gift: a new gazebo on campus, creating an additional outdoor community space for students to connect, study, and relax.
Class of 2025: Register here.
Alumni: Register here.

August Orientation 2025
2025-08-22 00:00 - 2025-08-24 23:59 | Champlain College, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Orientation is an incredibly important part of your Champlain experience. All incoming students are required to attend, so you’ll get to meet all of your fellow classmates, transfer students, and the upper-year student leaders who are so excited to connect with you. The student schedule is available on the Guidebook app—be sure to download the app in advance!
What you can expect:
The weekend kicks off with Move-In, where our crews will be ready to help you move into your new home away from home. Residence halls open at 8:00 AM on Friday, August 22, and you’ll have plenty of time to settle in before lunch and the President’s Welcome. From there, it’s off to a fun-filled weekend of Orientation activities!
Note: You may not move in on August 23 or 24—you must move in on the morning of August 22.
Quick overview, Friday, August 22:

8:00 AM | Residence halls open: Check in formally in front of your residence hall to receive your full Orientation schedule and meet your Resident Advisor.
11:00 AM | Commuter student arrival. Check-in is at Perry Hall (Maple Street entrance).
11:00 AM-1:00 PM | Lunch: Available for all incoming students and their family members. Families of commuting students are invited to attend lunch and the President’s Welcome.
1:00 PM | President’s Welcome & Convocation: Immediately following the President’s Welcome, parents will depart and students will head off to Orientation activities for the rest of the day.

Some additional activities for the weekend will include:

Lake Champlain boat cruise
Academic meetings with advisors and deans
Meet your Champ 101 cohorts!
Fun in the IDX Student Life Center, featuring The Grind (live music and open mic!)
Informational training sessions about college policies, standards, and culture (Title IX, safety, and more)
Class photo and lawn games on the green
Movie under the stars
And so much more!

More Orientation Info

Student Schedule

Get the Guidebook app to view the student schedule for Orientation.

Family Schedule

Friday, August 22
TODAY’S SHUTTLE SCHEDULE
6:00 AM–8:00 PM: Continuous loop from Lakeside to Main Campus

8:00–11:30 AM: Residential Student Move-In & Orientation Check-In

Meet at Your Student’s Residence Hall
After you arrive at your student’s residence hall to quickly unload their belongings, we ask that you leave your vehicle at the Lakeside parking lot located at 175 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401. Our shuttle service will quickly bring you back to campus so your student can begin to settle in. When you’re back on Main Campus, take some time to meet the Housing & Residential Life staff. In the Orientation Packet your student received, you will find valuable information to ensure your and your student’s success at Champlain

9:00 AM–1:00 PM: Nuts & Bolts of Beginning Your College Career

Once your student has settled into their residence hall, there are still many loose ends to tie up—and there are people all around campus ready to assist you in completing these tasks. Please review your student’s
schedule to see all the opportunities available on campus today. Great places to visit are the Campus Store, the CCM Champlain Room, Rozendaal Courtyard, Perry Hall, and the IDX Student Life Center.

11:00 AM–12:00 PM: Commuter Student Check-In

Perry Hall
Commuter students and families: We ask that you bring your vehicle to the Lakeside parking lot located at 175 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401. Our shuttle service will quickly bring you to Main Campus. Check-in is from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM. This is also a good time for your student to pick up their photo ID, drop off outstanding health forms, get a copy of their Orientation schedule, meet their peers, and start their journey here at Champlain College.

11:00 AM–1:00 PM: Cookout Lunch for Student, Families & Friends

IDX Student Life Center, Dining Hall and Rozendaal Courtyard
Stop by anytime between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM and enjoy a cookout for all new students, families, and friends.

1:00–1:30 PM: President’s Welcome

Aiken Lawn
Join us for the Opening Convocation ceremony, a cherished Champlain tradition that officially marks the beginning of the academic year. Led by the Pipeband of Vermont, this inspiring event features a formal processional, a welcome from President Alex Hernandez, Provost Dr. Monique Taylor, and our Student Government Association President.

1:30–1:40 PM: Student Send-Off

Aiken Lawn
Students will now begin to transition into their Orientation Group Meetings. Families and students will say goodbye to one another and students will join their orientation group in a new location. Families are encouraged to remain on Aiken lawn, where the next session— specifically designed for families—will begin shortly.

1:40–2:00 PM: Transitions, Expectations, & Resources to Ensure Success

Aiken Lawn
In this session, President Alex Hernandez will provide a framework to help families better understand the transitions students experience throughout the first year of college. You will also hear from the Provost & Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Monique Taylor, and Vice President of Student Affairs, Danelle Berube.

Fuel Up For Classes
2025-08-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Rozendaal Courtyard, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come celebrate the first day of classes with some morning snacks, coffee, and first day of school photos!

Guiding Quest: Game History Exhibition
2025-08-25 10:00 - 2025-10-03 19:00 | Champlain Art Gallery, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Guiding Quest: Game History ExhibitSeptember 2- October 10Reception: Fri. 10/3, 5-7pmArt Gallery, CCM 2nd Floor
Design evolution is the name of the game in this year’s annual Game History Exhibition. Showcasing a curated selection of artifacts, games, and consoles to play from Champlain College’s Game History Collection, explore how game design genres have evolved over time.

Monday Yoga
2025-08-25 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-09-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for yoga every Monday from 5:30-6:30 PM in the Fitness Center Studio. This class aims to help you feel better in your body! Class will include vinyasa style flows (linking breath with movement), multiple variations for physical postures, gentle breathwork, and a sprinkling of yogic philosophy. All bodies and experience levels welcome! No experience necessary.

Rotating Intramural
2025-08-25 20:30 - 22:30, 2025-09-01 20:30 - 22:30, 2025-09-08 20:30 - 22:30 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Our rotating sports intramural brings you a fresh sport every few weeks, so whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking to try something new, there’s something for everyone.
Check out our semester lineup!

Weeks 1-3 (8/25, 9/1, 9/8): Dodgeball
Weeks 4-6 (9/15, 9/22, 9/29): Pickleball
Weeks 8-9 (10/13, 10/20): Spikeball
Weeks 10-12 (10/27, 11/3, 11/10): People’s Choice Vote
Weeks 13-15 (11/17, 11/24, 12/2): Dodgeball

Calling All Artists/Creatives
2025-08-26 00:00 - 2026-03-06 23:59 | Champlain Art Gallery, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
CALL FOR ART!
The gallery is accepting submissions for our spring all-campus group exhibition. Call and Response welcomes works in all media from current students, faculty, and staff that explore themes related to nature/plants in response to our March exhibition with artist and Champlain adjunct painting faculty Sage Tucker Ketcham.We encourage everyone to use the JSTOR Global Plants Archive as a springboard for inspiration!Deadline: March 6, 2026
More info on our website!

FGC Champs Locals
2025-08-26 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-02 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Room 102, Wick Hall, 87 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come play fighting games with our student community on Tuesdays 6-8 pm in Wick 102! We offer setups for Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear Strive, and more!
A little more about our club, the purpose of FGC Champs is to build a community on campus with a shared love for fighting games. Whether you have just picked up the controller or played all your life, everyone is welcome here!

Soccer Intramurals
2025-08-26 20:30 - 22:30, 2025-09-02 20:30 - 22:30, 2025-09-09 20:30 - 22:30 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Soccer is held on Tuesdays at 8:30 PM inside Argosy Gymnasium and is played in a drop-in format. See you there!

Wednesday Yoga
2025-08-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Join us for yoga every Wednesday from 7-8 PM in the Fitness Center Studio. This class aims to help you feel better in your body! Class will include vinyasa style flows (linking breath with movement), multiple variations for physical postures, gentle breathwork, and a sprinkling of yogic philosophy. All bodies and experience levels welcome! No experience necessary.

Intramural Basketball
2025-08-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-09-03 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-09-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Join our Intramural Basketball games every Wednesday night at 7:30 PM. To sign up, use the registration link on the Intramural Sports page. Don’t have a team yet? You can sign up as a free agent. The first two weeks of classes are drop-in play and games begin the third week of classes. Reach out to Kyra Yu at kyu@champlain.edu if you have questions. See you on the court!

President's Ice Cream Social
2025-08-28 16:00 - 17:30 | Backyard, President’s House, 115 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Kick off the new academic year at Champlain College with an Ice Cream Social at President Hernandez’s house! Students and employees are invited to join us for an afternoon of community and connection. Enter Alex’s backyard through the gate behind Schillhammer Hall. Meet Nola, the Hernandez’s puppy!

Build a Standout Resume: Live Workshop with FTI Consulting’s Sharon Kwan (CAREERtalk)
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
Ready to break into tech but not sure if your resume is ready? Join Sharon Kwan (she/her), Early Talent Recruiter at FTI Consulting, for an interactive resume workshop designed specifically for students exploring careers in technology. In this live virtual session, Sharon will share what recruiters at FTI Consulting look for in strong candidates, plus insider tips on crafting a resume that highlights your technical skills and experience. You’ll have the opportunity to follow along and make real-time edits to your own resume, so come prepared with your document open and ready! Want more feedback? After the session, students are welcome to send in their resumes for personalized tips from Sharon. If you’re aiming for a future in tech, this is a can’t-miss opportunity to get expert guidance and improve your resume on the spot.
To join the virtual event, follow the embedded link, and use the log in credentials below:
Meeting ID: 261 179 411 511 1 Passcode: [REDACTED]
This event fulfils an InSight CAREERtalk milestone

Intramural Volleyball
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-09-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Join our intramural volleyball league! This is a popular series at Champlain, so be sure to sign up at the beginning of the semester! To sign up, use the registration link on the Intramural Sports page. Don’t have a team yet? You can sign up as a free agent. The first two weeks of classes are drop-in play and games begin the third week of classes. Reach out to Kyra Yu at kyu@champlain.edu if you have questions. See you on the court!

Bagel Friday
2025-08-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Thanks to SGA, Bagel Fridays are back EVERY FRIDAY! All are welcome to connect with us in the Women’s and Gender Center (Skiff Annex 102) while enjoying FREE bagels. We will start serving at 10:00 AM and continue until we run out!

Work-Study & Part-Time Job Fair
2025-08-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Champlain Room, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
All students are invited to join us for the Work-Study & Part-Time Job Fair! Whether you’re looking for an on-campus job, a work-study position, part-time employment nearby, or just beginning to explore opportunities for the future, this event is your chance to connect directly with campus supervisors and local employers. Stop by anytime during fair hours and stay for as long as you are able.
Meet a variety of on-campus supervisors, off-campus work-study-eligible employers, and local part-time employers eager to speak with you.
Explore opportunities in advance by reviewing job postings on Handshake before attending.
Bring your resume to share with employers—preparation goes a long way! Don’t have a resume? Stop by Drop-in Hours at the Garden House (Mon-Fri, 11-4) and our peer coaches can assist.
Come as you are—bring your energy and curiosity.
Never been to a career fair before? No problem! Staff from the Career Collaborative will be on hand to support you throughout the event.
First-Year Students: This event fulfills your InSight CAREERtalk milestone.
Juniors & Seniors: Please note, although this event does NOT fulfill your Career Fair attendance milestone, we hope you will stop by.

Mind Magic! Mentalist Show with Steve Taubman
2025-08-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join Student Engagement for an evening of Mind Magic! Steve Taubman wows with laughter and mind miracles – bring your friends and get ready for a night of fun!

Perler Bead Art
2025-08-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
Join SAPs and create perler bead art! Take your time and create something intricate, or make something quick and cute! All materials provided.

Live Music by Gustavo Moradel
2025-09-03 12:00 - 14:00 | VT
Gustavo Moradel is a bilingual musician, producer, songwriter and speaker who incorporates different genres from all over Latin-America into his music. Gustavo uses his music to share his lived experience with audiences all over the country.
Catch Gustavo performing in the IDX Dining Hall from 12PM – 2PM, or from 3PM – 5PM at the activities fair in Rozendaal Courtyard! If you do not have a meal plan, the ODI will cover your meal!

Fall 2025 Activities Fair
2025-09-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Rozendaal Courtyard, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come check out all the clubs and activities available at Champlain. This is a great time to learn about clubs and organizations that you might be interested in joining and find out what programs you would like to bring to campus.
Located at the Rozendaal Courtyard (Rain Location: Argosy Gymnasium)

Live Music with Gustavo Moradel
2025-09-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Rozendaal Courtyard, 251 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Gustavo Moradel is a bilingual musician, producer, songwriter and speaker who incorporates different genres from all over Latin-America into his music. Gustavo uses his music to share his lived experience with audiences all over the country.
Catch Gustavo performing in the IDX Dining Hall from 12PM – 2PM, or from 3PM – 5PM at the activities fair in Rozendaal Courtyard!

3-Point Competition
2025-09-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Argosy Gym, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, United States
Join the fun at our 3-Point Shooting Competition, where you’ll test your three-point game, meet other players, and get the inside scoop on intramural leagues, with prizes waiting for our sharpest shooters!

International Roundtable
2025-09-03 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Vista Room, Miller Information Commons, 95 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Bring topics of interest and join in our conversations as we talk our way through complex issues. All are welcome!

DACA: Dreamers and Coming to America
2025-09-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Morgan Room, Aiken Hall, 83 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Artist, performer and activist Gustavo Moradel returns to Champlain for the 3rd consecutive year to tell his personal story of coming to the US at 12 years old. Gustavo touches on his lived experience as a DACA recipient, repairing his relationship with his parents, and his advocacy work in the immigration system. His story is an inspiring, educational, engaging and sobering perspective on the lived experience of over half a million DACA recipients currently living in the USA.
Fulfills the second year DareToCAREtalk InSight milestone. Must attend the full talk to satisfy this requirement.

ITS Clubs All Hands Meeting
2025-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 | VT
Join us to learn about the clubs in the ITS division! The event will be located in CCM Room 442!

Anime Club Grand Welcome Night
2025-09-03 19:00 - 22:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
New semester, new adventures! Whether you’re an anime veteran or completely new to the scene, this is YOUR night to join the fun! Meet fellow anime lovers & club leadership.
interactive games & icebreakers. Perfect for:
✨ Club fair visitors ready to dive in
✨ Curious newcomers to anime
✨ Returning members wanting to reconnect
✨ Anyone looking for their community!
No anime knowledge required – just bring yourself and an open mind!

Pride T-Shirt & Poster Making Party
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Fireside Lounge, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington, 05401
All students, staff, and faculty are welcome to join us in the Fireside Lounge to decorate t-shirts and posters in preparation for Burlington’s Pride Parade this Sunday, September 7! Block printing supplies and fabric markers will be available for t-shirt decorating. You may bring your own clothing to decorate or you can use one of our plain white T-shirts. Posterboard and markers will be available for poster decorating. For more information, please contact womensandgender@champlain.edu.

Magic The Gathering Club night!
2025-09-05 18:30 - 22:00 | Room 114, SD Ireland Family Center, 391 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Come by every Friday, Ireland 114 and 112, to the MAGIC The Gathering Club to play some games and meet other people who love the game. New to magic, we can teach you! Join the Discord for even more info.

Coffee + Tea Club
2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
The Coffee and Tea Club fosters a fun and safe space for students to drink tea and coffee. We’ll have different weekly activities like watching shows, arts and crafts, and anything our members would like to see. If you’re looking for a way to just de-stress and have fun, the Coffee and Tea Club is for you!

Beyond Champ 101: Master Public Transit
2025-09-06 10:30 - 13:00 | Commuter Lounge, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join our Student Leaders and get tips on using public transportation/learn about other transportation options and walk together to campus’ bus stop for a trip to Target. Bring your student ID to ride for free.
This event is part of an event series called Beyond Champ 101, open to all students and designed to help you navigate campus life like a pro! Whether you’re a first-year student finding your footing or a returning student looking for a refresh, this interactive workshop will give you the insider knowledge to thrive.
Please note: If you miss the info session at 10:30 AM, come meet us @ 11:00AM at the bus stop in front of 158 South Willard St (near the intersection of Main and S Willard Street).

Art Hop: Guiding Quest Exhibition Tour
2025-09-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Champlain Art Gallery, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Art Hop: Guiding Quest Exhibition Tour with Jonathan FergusonSeptember 6, 12-1pmArt Gallery, CCM 2nd FloorJoin our game history expert, Professor Jonathan Ferguson, for an hour-long tour/discussion about the evolution of game design. Followed by an hour of hands-on gaming!

Los Dormant Volcanoes Improv Auditions
2025-09-06 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Feelin’ silly? Come on down to auditorium and perform for the chance to join the Los Dormant Volcanoes, Champlain’s very own improv Troupe! No experience necessary, just come prepared to have fun!

Pride Parade
2025-09-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
All students, staff, and faculty are welcome to gather at the Women’s & Gender Center (Skiff Annex) before we walk downtown together to march in Burlington’s Pride Parade. Breakfast, coffee, and tea will be provided in the morning. We will also take a group photo for those interested. For more information and accessibility concerns, please email womensandgender@champlain.edu.

WiCyS Welcome and Jepordy!
2025-09-08 18:30 - 20:00 | VT
Join us for a night of jeopardy! There will be pizza and the event will be located in Ireland Room 206!

Computer Science Club (CSIC)
2025-09-08 19:30 - 21:00 | VT
CSIC is a place for students passionate about programming to explore their interests with like-minded peers in a stress-free environment. We play fun programming games, add pages to our website, explore different topics, tackle programming puzzles, and try to code in different languages and frameworks. We meet in Joyce 211.

The Siegel Games III: Heroes Vs Villains
2025-09-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Siegel Games is a once a semester event. It started as a mystery games tournament, where every round would be a different game – unknown to both the players and the audience. Siegel Games III is going to be much more like a Game Show, and participants will be chosen from a lottery from 6-7pm the day of. Come and root for your team, and watch some crazy matches of some wild games!

TechTalk: FTI Consulting Recruiting Opportunities (CAREERtalk)
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:30 | Room 444, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join us for an informational TechTalk with one of Champlain’s top tech partners, FTI Consulting. We will explore internship and post-graduate opportunities as well as learn how FTI has become a global leader in cyber and forensic consulting. We have had many Champlain alumni begin their careers at FTI and are excited to help the next generation of talent find their potential future employers.
*Takes place in room 444 of CCM*
** Fulfills a CAREERtalk milestone!**

GDC Conference Associate Q&A (CAREERtalk)
2025-09-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Webinar / Virtual, United States
Join Champlain College alumni Emily L’Abbe and Benjamin Wolcott-Schickler to learn about GDC’s Conference Associate program. Benjamin and Emily will discuss the application process and describe what the work is like during the course of the conference. Come ready with questions, because both alumni are seasoned GDC CAs and will be invaluable givers of advice to prepare you for applying to the best way to attend GDC 2026!
This event is recommended for Seniors in the Game Studio program who are planning on attending GDC in March 2026.
This fulfills the CAREERtalk milestone

Tabletop Games Club
2025-09-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Room 102, Wick Hall, 87 Summit St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States

Math Club Meeting
2025-09-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Room 102, Joyce Hall, 387 Maple St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Champlain’s Math Club is all about exploring fun and weird applications of math! We play with mathematics in a low stakes environment and always remember to be silly about it.

The Champlayers Auditions
2025-09-09 20:30 - 2025-09-11 22:30 | Alumni Auditorium, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Audition for The Champlayers’ semesterly show! This semester, we are putting on Puffs, a spoof of Harry Potter. Open to all students of all experience levels.

Listening is a Superpower
2025-09-10 12:15 - 13:30 | Room 221, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
We live in increasingly polarized and challenging times, often existing in our own echo chamber. How do we get better at listening to one another and speaking in a way that others can hear? Civil discourse might be just what the world needs. Join us for an interactive workshop to strengthen your communication skills and build community connections towards a hopeful future. *Fulfills the DareToCAREtalk InSight milestone. Must attend the full program to satisfy this requirement.*

Chauncey's Closet Grand Opening! Starring: Maker Program Screen Printing
2025-09-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Champlain College, 163 South Willard Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
REDUCE, RECYCLE, CREATE! Join the Maker Program at the grand opening celebration of Chauncey’s Closet in a DIY screen printing event. Find an item inside Chauncey’s Closet (formerly known as the Swap Shop) and screen print one of our designs onto it. Or, bring your own item of clothing to print on.
This event will take place at the new Chauncey’s Closet, located in The Gallery (yellow building behind Skiff hall).

WGC CHATS with Lyza Graham
2025-09-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Women’s & Gender Center, Skiff Hall Annex, 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
All students, staff, and faculty are welcome to join us for WGC CHATS: a series where we interview folks with marginalized identities about their interesting career journeys. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from professionals in their field and ask them questions about how to excel in your own career.
Lyza Graham (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor located in Seattle, Washington. She is an avid 2SLGBTQIA+ advocate and working towards opening a private practice and applying to PhD programs.

Lock Picking Night!
2025-09-10 18:30 - 20:00 | VT
Come join the Cybersecurity Club for a chance to pick locks and win a challenge coin! Event will be located in Ireland 206!

Speed Friending
2025-09-10 20:00 - 21:00 | Room 424, Center for Communication & Creative Media (CCM), 375 Maple Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Interested in expanding your circle and meeting new people in a fun and dynamic way? Join us for Speed Friending – a lively event designed to help you make new connections. Whether you’re looking to expand your social circle, find study buddies, or just meet some new people on campus, this event is designed to break the ice and spark genuine connections. No pressure, just good vibes and great conversations! *Fulfills the DareToCAREtalk InSight milestone. Must attend the full program to satisfy this requirement.*

Crafting & Therapy Dog Visits
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Miller Information Commons (Library), 95 Summit Street, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
Join for the therapy dog, stay for the crafts! Meet Elia, a certified therapy dog, and her owner, Samara, at one of their monthly therapy dog visits to the Library. Whether you’re looking to relax, de-stress, or simply enjoy some furry cuddles, Elia is here to brighten your day. Wellbeing Peer Coaches will host a craft activity at each visit. Stop by MIC Room 201 to enjoy some pawsitive vibes!

Kelley Marketing Group Mix & Mingle (CAREERtalk)
2025-09-11 17:00 - 19:30 | VT
Are you an experienced marketer or budding marketing student interested in supporting our local nonprofits? Join Kelley Marketing Group’s fun evening of Mix & Mingle. Come meet new area marketing peeps, rekindle existing relationships with marketing peers and professionals, and hear how to get involved with Kelley Marketing Group. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks will be provided. Arrive any time during advertised hours of the event and stay for as long as you are able.
Fulfills InSight CAREERtalk milestone if you engage at the event for 60 minutes.
About Kelley Marketing Group:
For over 40 years, Kelley Marketing Group has met monthly to provide pro-bono marketing advice to nonprofit organizations so they may thrive and improve our community. The “consultants” who gather include just-starting-out and seasoned marketing professionals, as well as faculty, staff, students, and alumni of Champlain College and other area colleges melding the community with academia. The nonprofit client completes a questionnaire outlining the marketing topic about which they are seeking advice. Consultants get access to the questionnaire in advance of the meeting to get their creative juices flowing in anticipation of sharing out during the 90-minute session.
Consultants can attend just an occasional meeting or join in the conversation every month. This is a great opportunity to network, build experience, and pay it forward. Learn more about Kelley Marketing Group at https://thekelleymarketinggroup.org/
**This is an off campus event! It takes place at Karma Birdhouse, 47 Maple Street, Burlington, VT**

Zumba
2025-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Fitness Center Studio, IDX Student Life Center, 262 S Willard St, Burlington
Looking for a workout that feels more like a dance party than a routine? That’s the magic of Zumba, a high-energy, feel-good dance workout that combines Latin and other global rhythms with easy-to-follow moves. Whether you’re brand new to fitness or looking for a fun way to stay active, Zumba classes could quickly become your favorite way to move. With a wide range of Zumba class types and benefits, you’ll want to consider incorporating Zumba into your workout routine. Not only is Zumba great for your physical health, but it is also great for your mental health/well-being. Always a judgement-free zone, no dance experience needed. Grab a friend and give it a try!
