Events and Important Dates for November

Now through Saturday, Nov. 16, Genesius Theater: Red Masquers Performance: Skin of Our Teeth
This Red Masquers’ production of Skin of Our Teeth, Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, blends comedy, drama and fantasy to tell the story of the Antrobus family as they navigate life’s challenges and historical upheavals with resilience and humor.
 
Now through Friday, Nov. 22, Room 302, Student Union: 19th Annual Turkey Drive
Help make Thanksgiving festive for families in need. Donations help the Center for Excellence in Diversity and Student Inclusion provide turkeys for 200 families. Monetary donations of any amount are appreciated, and just $30 sponsors a family. Donations can be made at the Center for Excellence in Diversity and Student Inclusion in Room 302 of the Union. For more information, call 412.396.1117.
 
Now through Tuesday, Dec. 3, Canevin Hall Lobby: Holiday Toy Drive for Pittsburgh King K-8 Community School
Organized by School of Education Ambassadors, faculty and staff are invited to participate in a holiday gift drive by purchasing toys for children between the ages of 5 and 8. Gifts will be distributed to students at Pittsburgh King K-8 Community School and can be dropped off in the Canevin Hall Lobby. Monetary donations also are accepted. 
 
Mary Pappert School of Music November Events
Students and faculty of the Mary Pappert School of Music present more than 200 annual concerts and recitals, including the popular Music on the Bluff and the Uptown Jazz series. Check out their diverse offerings for November.
 
Thursday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Second Floor, Student Union: Student Union Second Floor Reveal and Open House
Stop by to see refreshed spaces in the Union, including the Meditation Room, Student Success Central, Tech Hub, The Rotary and the Admissions Presentation Room. Snacks and giveaways are available.
 
Thursday, Nov. 21, to Friday, Nov. 22, Student Union Ballroom and Zoom: AI and Criminal Justice: Challenges and Opportunities
In partnership with the Carl G. Grefenstette Center for Ethics in Science, Technology and Law, the Cyril Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law invites guests to join scientific, legal and investigative experts as they explore cases and scenarios pertaining to the forensic applications of AI. Guests are asked to register online. 
 
Friday, Nov. 22, from 7 to 9 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 24, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, 15222: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Home Alone: In Concert’
Members of the Duquesne Choirs (Trebles Only) will join the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for performances of Home Alone: In Concert. Tickets can be purchased online. 
 
Saturday, Nov. 23, 6 to 9 p.m., Student Union Ballroom: A Night in Portugal – Fall Wine Tasting
Join the Women's Advisory Board and the Rev. John Sawicki, C.S.Sp., for an exploration of wines and food pairings from Portugal. Proceeds benefit student scholarships, and tickets can be purchased online.
 
Wednesday, Nov. 27, to Friday, Nov. 29: Thanksgiving Break
Offices are closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.