Wednesday, 08 Sep 2021
Art Walk: Experiencing Art at the Intersections of Cultures with Dr. Sebastian Braun
Explore how the fusion of cultures has influenced the Art on Campus Collection. Dr. Sebastian Braun is Director of American Indian Studies and Associate Professor of Anthropology.
Sunday, 12 Sep 2021
Gallery Walk: "Arte Cubano" with Anne Pagel
Gain a unique perspective from Anne Pagel, the curator of the private lender's collection, as she discusses the artists included in "Arte Cubano."
Wednesday, 15 Sep 2021
Sugar Skulls Craft for Latinx Heritage Month
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors those who have passed. One tradition includes building ofrendas (altars) honoring the deceased using brightly colored skulls, marigolds, and possessions of the departed. Instead of sugar, our skulls are paper mache, but we invite you to decorate them in the spirit of Dia de los Muertos using paint, glitter.
Thursday, 16 Sep 2021
Study Abroad Fair
A one-stop shop to learn about adventures abroad -- interning, studying and volunteering opportunities, ranging from one week to one year.
Film Screening: "Buena Vista Social Club"
Experience the sounds of Cuba alongside the art of Cuba with an evening screening of the acclaimed documentary "Buena Vista Social Club" (1999) at the Brunnier Art Museum, in conjunction with the exhibition "Arte Cubano."
Tuesday, 21 Sep 2021
Origami Crane Mobiles for the International Day of Peace
Commemorate the 20th year of the International Day of Peace with a mindfulness craft. Create a strand of 5 origami cranes symbolizing hope and healing during challenging times.
Wednesday, 22 Sep 2021
The Black Holocaust: How the Atlantic Slave Trade Still Affects Us Today
Why tell the story of the Black Holocaust? What was/is the significance of depopulation of the African continent for ten centuries, in the past and now? Dr. Kesho Scott is an internationally renowned Diversity Trainer/Consultant, an Associate Professor of American Studies and Sociology at Grinnell College, and an award-winning writer.
Sunday, 26 Sep 2021
Sunday Tours: Native American & Inuit Art
Get a closer look at signature objects in the University Museums' permanent collection. This tour spotlights the diverse forms of Native American and Inuit art, from basketry to glassmaking.
Monday, 27 Sep 2021
reACT Exhibtion Opening Reception: "Color Matters"
Get a first look at the newest reACT exhibition, guest curated by Dr. Jonathan Strum, Professor of Music. "Color Matters" explores the complex relationship humans have with color and how color shapes how we see and understand the world. Remarks at 5:00 pm by Dr. Sturm. Light refreshments.
Tuesday, 28 Sep 2021
VIRTUAL Curator's Exploration: "Color Matters"
Enjoy a virtual exploration of the newest reACT exhibition "Color Matters" with guest curator Dr. Jonathan Sturm as he shares his thoughts on the concept, discusses highlights of the exhibition, and invites you to visit in person and reACT.