Emily Wilson

Cultural Competency Lecture – More than Meets the Eye: Engaging with Controversial Art

January 16, 2019 ● 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. ● WCC, Hurvis Room

Speakers: Beth A. Zinsli and Elizabeth Carlson

We often assume that visual art is for aesthetic contemplation and pleasure, but both historical and contemporary artists frequently address difficult topics like racism, colonialism, and social injustice in important ways. Interpretations of artworks are also not fixed; subject matter that was conventional in 1863, for example, may be understood very differently by audiences today. This program will examine ways to meaningfully engage with potentially controversial artworks, even those that may not seem controversial or difficult at first glance. 

Please let us know you are coming!  RSVP >> http://go.lawrence.edu/13276

Join us for Upstander Trainings with FIT Oshkosh!

January 24, 2019 ● 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. ● Warch Campus Center, Esch Studio (224)

Upstander Training prepares participants to intervene safely and appropriately when witnessing incidents of discrimination, harassment or harm. Participants engage with real-life scenarios to enable them to effectively identify and challenge negative narratives and behaviors. Become an agent for change and foster a positive of culture of safety and respect in your places of influence.

Please help us plan accurately and let us know you are coming! Click here>> go.lawrence.edu/13276

January 16, 2019 ● 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. ● Warch Campus Center, Hurvis Room (225)

Title: More than Meets the Eye: Engaging with Controversial Art
Speakers: Beth A. Zinsli and Elizabeth Carlson
Topic: Engaging with Controversial Art

We often assume that visual art is for aesthetic contemplation and pleasure, but both historical and contemporary artists frequently address difficult topics like racism, colonialism, and social injustice in important ways. Interpretations of artworks are also not fixed; subject matter that was conventional in 1863, for example, may be understood very differently by audiences today. This program will examine ways to meaningfully engage with potentially controversial artworks, even those that may not seem controversial or difficult at first glance.

Please let us know you are coming! click>> go.lawrence.edu/13276

October 16, 2018 ● 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ● WCC, Mead Witter

Title: Smash the Binary

Speaker: Helen Boyd Kramer

Topic: Gender Inclusive Language

Helen Boyd will present information on non binary (enby) genders and pronouns as well as discussing some of the terminology used by genderqueer and gender non-conforming (GNC) individuals. She’ll also discuss the variations in cultures which have traditionally recognized three or more genders and discuss the intersections between trans* and enby genders.

Please rsvp to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu by October 12. Thanks!

October 8, 2018 ● 4:30 to 7 p.m. ● Main Hall Green

Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrates the history and contributions of the indigenous peoples of North America. This the is third annual event in which Lawrence will honor indigenous peoples with a demonstration Pow Wow. This event is coordinated by the LUNA student group.  

September 20, 2018 ●  11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ● WCC Cinema

September 25, 2018 ● 7 to 8:30 p.m. ● WCC Cinema

The campus community including students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to join in a town hall discussion of the Campus Climate Survey results. The town hall will include a presentation of findings presented by Dr. Kimberly Barrett, VP of Diversity and Inclusion followed by a question period. Next steps in addressing needs identified in survey results will also be discussed.  Ask questions!  Share ideas! Help shape the next steps that will be taken to make Lawrence a place where everyone has a voice, everyone feels they belong, and everyone can reach their full potential!

Please RSVP to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu.

September 25, 2018 ● 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ● WCC, Hurvis Room

Title: Cultural Appropriation: What Is or Isn’t – Understanding the Complexities around Race, Culture, and Consumption

Speaker: Jesus G. Smith

Topic: Cultural Appropriation or Cultural Appreciation

The debate over when certain acts and behaviors are considered cultural appropriation versus when they are seen as acts of appreciation still rages on. In this open dialogue, we examine different cultural acts and events that are at the center of the cultural appropriation debate (including music, fashion, hairstyles and dances) and explore the complexity and nuances to the arguments. The hope is to walk away with a greater understanding of what both are, how they compare and contrast to each other, and how to do one versus the other.

Please RSVP to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018  •  11:15am to 12:15pm  •  WCC Hurvis Room

Presenter: Jesus G. Smith, Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies

The debate over when certain acts and behaviors are considered cultural appropriation versus when they are seen as acts of appreciation still rages on. In this open dialogue, we examine different cultural acts and events that are at the center of the cultural appropriation debate (including music, fashion, hairstyles and dances) and explore the complexity and nuances to the arguments. The hope is to walk away with a greater understanding of what both are, how they compare and contrast to each other, and how to do one versus the other.

Please RSVP to div-inclusion@lawrence.edu.