Society & Culture EVENT: Conversation: Transforming Tragedy March 8, 2013 For Nader Hasan and Kerry Cahill, the events surrounding the Fort Hood army base shooting impacted their lives in different ways
Society & Culture Leon Botstein to Deliver Glenn Watkins Lecture February 26, 2013 Botstein, President of Bard College since 1975, will give the Eastman School of Music’s 2013 Glenn Watkins Lecture on Wednesday, March 6.
Society & Culture The Day of the Arts February 8, 2013 The two-day series of events combines dance, music, theatre, art, and culture to bring awareness to the many artistic disciplines housed across the University.
Society & Culture Events Explore Susan B. Anthony’s Life and Legacy February 7, 2013 It may be difficult for many people to see Susan B. Anthony, who was often photographed looking dignified and austere, as the controversial figure that she was.
Society & Culture Looking Back at Alice in the Looking Glass February 1, 2013 Since the initial publication of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland in 1865, its fantastical story has inspired artists across the world. A new exhibit, "Alice IN the Looking Glass: Illustrations and Artists Books, 1865-2012" is on display at the department of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Society & Culture Men Are from Mars Earth, Women Are from Venus Earth February 1, 2013 A new study shows that it's time for the Mars/Venus theories about the sexes to come back to Earth - no matter how strange and inscrutable your partner may seem, gender is probably only a small part of the problem.
Society & Culture Premiering: The Rochester Plays January 31, 2013 Set on a snowy inner-city street during a time of blizzard, a young single mother embarks on a friendship with an ex-con and with a reclusive welfare recipient looking to overcome his addictions.
Society & Culture Hip-Hop, Modern Dance and More January 29, 2013 The third annual inspireDance festival continues to showcase the rich diversity of dance and movement styles found throughout the Rochester community.
Society & Culture An Urban App to Slow You Down January 23, 2013 "Indeterminate Hikes" encourages users to focus on their environment in unexpected ways, via an app developed by a faculty art professor and a sustainability writer.
Society & Culture A Presidential Voice January 14, 2013 Just in time for President Barack Obama's inaugural address on Monday, Jan. 21, the University of Rochester will open an exhibit on the history of presidential speechwriting.
Society & Culture Kenneth Gross Receives Award for Dramatic Criticism December 18, 2012 Kenneth Gross, Renaissance scholar and professor of English at the University of Rochester, will share the 2011-2012 George Jean Nathan Award for Dramatic Criticism for his book Puppet: An Essay…
Society & Culture MSNBC Analyst to Deliver MLK Address December 5, 2012 A political analyst and professor of political science at Tulane University, Harris-Perry's address will focus on racial issues, religious questions, and gender concerns related to American politics.