Series/Lectures (Fall 2011)

The following series in the Arts&Ideas schedule provide opportunities to examine topics in depth. Some series are concentrated in a two or three day period; others are spread throughout the semester. Many fine events exist outside a series format.

Food for Thought

Food for Thought is a two semester colloquium presented at Lewis University. The Lewis University History Center and the Arts&Ideas Program are sponsoring this event with support from a grant from the Doherty Center. Food is related to growth, to health, to illness, but it is also the source of community, the heart of the family, and joy. We will engage in a year-long exploration of food, foodies, our health, our meals, and our culture. Throughout the semester.

The Common Reader: Scratch Beginnings

The Committee for the Common Reader offers a number of films, lectures and debates on the book required of all first year students. All events are designed to deepen the readers’ understandings of the work. The highlight of the series will be the appearance on campus of Matthew Shepard, the author of Scratch Beginnings. Throughout the semester.

Monday Night Movies

Monday Night Movies introduces the Women’s Studies program through films.      The Women’s Studies series will present films that raise the kinds of issues explored in Women’s Studies courses to give the wider community an introduction to what Women’s Studies really is. The post-film discussion will be moderated by Dr. Tracey Nicholls (Philosophy/Women’s Studies) and by student volunteers enrolled in the
Fall 2011 Introduction to Women’s Studies. 9/12, 10/3, 11/7, 12/5.

CLASE  

The Committee for Latin American and Latino/a Academic and Student events offers numerous films, lectures, and celebrations throughout the semester. Some are cross –listed with other series like the Teach-In. Throughout the semester.

Teach-In: Nurturing Life: Teaching and Learning
‘Just Peace’ in the 21st Century

This year’s Teach-In draws on the training that members of the Peace Education Committee did this summer at the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at University of Notre Dame. The organizers  hope to share that training with the wider community and to use it to explore interest on-campus for a more sustained and integrated and just peace. October 26-28.

Writing Program Showcase

Writing Program Showcase provides readings from a variety of writers: professional and creative writers and student writers enrolled in professional, creative, and 100-level classes. 11/29, 12/1, 12/6.

Ronald Reagan Centennial Series

The Ronald Reagan Centennial Series brings together a number of presentations to provide insight into the life and presidency of Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth. 

Performing Arts Series

Talented musicians, actors, and dancers grace a variety of campus venues. Brief descriptions of this semester’s offerings are found in this brochure.

Music Department

The Music Department offers a number of events throughout the semester, especially at the end of the term when various ensembles perform.

Theatre Department

  • Nickel And Dimed
    September 30-October 2, October 6-8

  • Rose and the Rime
    November 11-12, 17-20