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Exploring Connections Through Global Literary Studies
The UW's new Global Literary Studies major encourages students to explore literary traditions from around the globe and all eras of human history.
The Truth About Public Speaking
Becoming an effective public speaker requires planning and practice. Professor Matt McGarrity and consultants at the UW Center for Speech & Debate are available to help.
What the Sky Teaches Us
In the course Pacific Indigenous Astrophysics, visiting professor Brittany Kamai teaches about the sky as an astrophysicist and as a Native Hawaiian trained in celestial navigation across the Pacific.
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If alien life is found, how should scientists break the news?
At a recent workshop, researchers and journalists debated how to announce a potential discovery of extraterrestrial life. Victoria Meadows, professor of astronomy at the UW, is quoted. -
ArtSci Roundup: Center for Environmental Politics talk, ‘What Makes a Good Art Critic?’, Yefim Bronfman at Meany Hall and more
This week, head to Meany Hall for multiple Grammy Awards recipient Yefim Bronfman’s performance, learn from panelists during “What Makes a Good Art Critic?”, explore “The Imperative Challenges of Sustainability for the Forgotten” during the Center for Environmental Politics’ talk, and more. April 15, 3:30 – 5:00 pm | TALK | ‘Silver Democracy: Youth Representation... -
China’s divided memory of the Cultural Revolution
“3 Body Problem,” a Netflix adaptation of the popular Chinese sci-fi novel by the same name, is causing controversy in China for its depiction of the Cultural Revolution. How do the Chinese people see this crucial period of their history? Madeleine Dong, professor of history at the UW, is interviewed.
UW Arts Events
Upcoming College of Arts & Sciences Events
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DXARTS: Time and Time Again, Leo Nuñez & Juan Pampin
04/04/2024 - 04/26/2024 -
Meany Center for Performing Arts: Rhiannon Giddens
04/19/20248:00 p.m