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Cardinals BRIDGE (Biomedical Research and Industry Dialogue for Growth and Engagement) Talk Series- Dr. Waheed Akbar
Malcolm Field Biomedical Science Research Institute
Cardinals BRIDGE (Biomedical Research and Industry Dialogue for Growth and Engagement) Talk Series,
?? Wed. Oct. 28, 2026,
?? 6:00 p.m.
?? Ott Auditorium, Gilbertson Hall,
50 Years of Orthopaedic Growth: From Open Surgery to Precision, Robotics & Regeneration,
Presenter: Dr. Waheed Akbar, Orthopedic Surgeon at MyMichigan Health,
In this talk, Dr. Akbar will discuss the evolution of orthopedic surgery over the last 50 years, highlighting the transition from open procedures to the adoption of precision technology, robotic-assisted surgery and regenerative medicine.
Dr. Akbar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with more than 40 years of clinical, academic and community leadership. He currently serves on the staff of MyMichigan Health and is an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Surgery at Central Michigan University.
Throughout his career, Dr. Akbar has held numerous leadership roles, including…
Event Locator: 2026-ADDGWF. Organization: HEALTH SCIENCES. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 70. Event Name: Cardinals BRIDGE Talk Series. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE. Registered Headcount: 0.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Gilbertson Hall South 122 - Alan W. Ott Auditorium, Alan W. Ott Auditorium Mezzanine.
Voice Studio Recital
Event Name: Voice Studio Recital. Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRA. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture - Feryal Salem
,
The Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture on Islam & Culture,
in partnership with the Dow Visiting Scholars and Artists Program,
Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 6 p.m.
Ott Auditorium, Gilbertson Hall,
(Reception preceding lecture),
Topic: The Art of the Soul: Islamic Architecture, Beauty, and Spiritual Formation in Islamic Civilization,
Speaker: Feryal Salem, Ph.D. - Associate Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies,
American Islamic College,
This lecture highlights how Islamic aesthetics sought to cultivate spiritual refinement and the nourishment of the soul. Drawing on examples ranging from gardens, mosques and calligraphy to light symbolism, geometric design and sacred space, Feryal Salem examines how beauty was understood in Islamic civilization as a means of cultivating mindfulness, harmony and awareness of the divine.
== ABOUT THE SPEAKER ==,
Feryal Salem is associate professor of Arabic and Islamic studies at American Islamic College in Chicago, where she also…
Event Name: Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture. Event Locator: 2026-ADCHVK. Organization: DOW SCHOLARS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE. What type of food service? Appetizers or Snacks, Coffee or Beverage Station, Other.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Gilbertson Hall South 122 - Alan W. Ott Auditorium, Alan W. Ott Auditorium Mezzanine.
Jazz Combo Concert
Event Name: Jazz Combo Concert. Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRD. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
International Food Festival 2026
Event Locator: 2026-ADBSNT. Organization: INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLUB. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Event Name: International Food Festival 2026. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Marketplace at Doan.
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Event Name: Jazz Ensemble Concert. Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRH. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 75. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
Kloha Miller Student Recital
Event Name: Kloha Miller Student Recital. Event Locator: 2026-ADBVFT. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 75. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
Chamber Music Concert
Event Name: Chamber Music Concert. Event Locator: 2026-ADDGJS. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU Theatre: "No Exit" by Jean-Paul Sarte
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHVV. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Event Name: No Exit Performance. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
SVSU Theatre: "No Exit" by Jean-Paul Sarte
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHVV. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Event Name: No Exit Performance. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
Rhea Miller Concert Series- José Méndez, Piano
Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRN. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 5. Event Name: Rhea Miller Concert Series- Jose Mendez. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU Theatre: "No Exit" by Jean-Paul Sarte
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHVV. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Event Name: No Exit Performance. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
SVSU Theatre: "No Exit" by Jean-Paul Sarte
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHVV. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Event Name: No Exit Performance. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
SVSU Theatre: "No Exit" by Jean-Paul Sarte
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHVV. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Event Name: No Exit Performance. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Sunday, November 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
Everybody Auditions
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHWD. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 10. Event Name: Everybody Auditions. Registered Headcount: 0.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall 181 - Movement Room - Special Academic Space.
SVSU Senior Class Toast- Class of Fall 2026
The Senior Class Toast celebrates your success during a champagne toast with President Grant, faculty, and staff.
Event Locator: 2026-ADDGJA. Organization: ALUMNI RELATIONS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 400. Event Name: Senior Toast December 2026. Can anyone from the public attend this event? FALSE. What type of food service? Alcohol Service, Appetizers or Snacks, Other. Alcohol Service: Other (describe in menu).
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall Banquet Hallway, Curtiss Hall Banquet Room A, Banquet Room B - 1st State Bank, Banquet Room C - Kantzler Foundation.
Everybody Auditions
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHWD. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 10. Event Name: Everybody Auditions. Registered Headcount: 0.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall 181 - Movement Room - Special Academic Space.
Wind Ensemble Concert
Event Name: Wind Ensemble Concert. Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRQ. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 100. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
Choir Concert
Event Name: Choir Concert. Event Locator: 2025-ACZQRT. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 275. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Performing Arts Center Rhea E. Miller Recital Hall.
Distinguished Alumni Celebration
Event Locator: 2026-ADDGJD. Organization: ALUMNI RELATIONS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 200. Event Name: Distinguished Alumni Celebration. Can anyone from the public attend this event? FALSE. What type of food service? Plated Meal.
Friday, December 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall Emeriti Room, Curtiss Hall Banquet Hallway, Curtiss Hall Banquet Room A, Banquet Room B - 1st State Bank, Banquet Room C - Kantzler Foundation, Executive Board Room - Frankenmuth Insurance.
Graduate Recognition Ceremony
Event Locator: 2026-ADBLBZ. Organization: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 300. Event Name: Graduate Recognition Ceremony. What type of food service? Appetizers or Snacks.
Friday, December 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Groening Commons Mezzanine, Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.
Fall Commencement Ceremony-ABS CCB SET
Event Locator: 2025-ACZDKA. Organization: ALUMNI RELATIONS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 5000. Event Name: Fall Commencement Ceremony-ABS CCB SET. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Ryder Center O'Neill Arena, Ryder Center O'Neill Arena East Multipurpose Practice Floor, Ryder Center O'Neill Arena West Basketball Game Court.
Fall Commencement Ceremony - COE HHS
Event Locator: 2025-ACZDKB. Organization: ALUMNI RELATIONS. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 5000. Event Name: Fall Commencement Ceremony - COE HHS. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Ryder Center O'Neill Arena.
Shrek The Musical Auditions
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHWT. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 10. Event Name: Shrek The Musical Auditions.
Tuesday, January 19, 2027, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall 181 - Movement Room - Special Academic Space.
Shrek The Musical Auditions
Event Locator: 2021-ACHHWT. Organization: DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE. Categories: Staff/Faculty/Administration Event. Expected Headcount: 10. Event Name: Shrek The Musical Auditions.
Wednesday, January 20, 2027, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Curtiss Hall 181 - Movement Room - Special Academic Space.
2027 MLK Jr. Regional Celebration
Event Name: 2027 MLK Jr. Regional Celebration. Event Locator: 2026-ADBLHC. Organization: DIVERSITY PROGRAMS. Categories: Student Event. Expected Headcount: 400. Can anyone from the public attend this event? TRUE.
Thursday, January 21, 2027, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Malcolm Field Performing Arts Theatre.