Asian American Women’s History: A Shining Exhibit at Schlesinger
May 6, 2025
Asian American women's history is an integral yet often overlooked aspect of American history that sheds light on the varied experiences and contributions of Asian women throughout the ages.The recent Schlesinger Library exhibit, titled "Illuminate: Contextualizing Asian American Women’s Stories Through the Archives," offers a compelling glimpse into the historical narratives of Asian women, displaying artifacts and photographs from as far back as the 1904 World’s Fair.
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AI in Photojournalism: Preserving Visual History Effectively
May 6, 2025
AI in photojournalism is revolutionizing how images are captured, interpreted, and preserved.As technology advances, photographers face both challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving landscape of visual storytelling.
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Palliative Care Musical: Night Side Songs Explores Life’s End
May 6, 2025
Palliative care musical, "Night Side Songs," delves deep into the emotional landscape of illness and mortality through a powerful, theatrical lens.This innovative production, inspired by Susan Sontag's reflections on the intersection of life and disease, emerges as a groundbreaking narrative about cancer patients and their journeys.
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Katie Kitamura Explores Horror and Performance in ‘Audition’
May 5, 2025
Katie Kitamura is an acclaimed novelist who recently published her fifth work, "Audition," which intricately weaves themes of horror and performance into the intricate tapestry of midlife uncertainty.As the author prepares for a discussion at the Harvard Humanities Center, she reflects on how the uncanny elements in her narratives echo the complex emotional landscape of contemporary life.
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Elegy Project: Connecting Through Community Poetry Workshops
May 5, 2025
The Elegy Project is a transformative initiative that invites individuals to explore the profound themes of loss and mourning through poetry.This innovative project, developed in partnership with Harvard's Woodberry Poetry Room, provides a platform for community poetry and creative expression, connecting participants through their shared experiences of grief and resilience.
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Elegy Workshop: Making Grief Less Lonely Through Poetry
May 2, 2025
The Elegy Workshop at Harvard's Woodberry Poetry Room offers a unique space for individuals to explore the depths of grief through writing.In this collaborative environment, participants are guided by experienced poets who encourage them to create their own elegies, tapping into the profound emotions shaped by loss.
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AI and Photojournalism: Preserving Visual Truth in Archives
May 1, 2025
AI and photojournalism are at a fascinating crossroads, showcasing both challenges and opportunities in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.As artificial intelligence in photography takes center stage, it brings forth a myriad of implications for how stories are captured, preserved, and shared.
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Yosvany Terry: Exploring Musical Traditions and Identity
April 28, 2025
Yosvany Terry, an exceptional musician and composer, stands at the intersection of culture and sound.With deep roots in Cuban musical traditions, he skillfully explores the connections between African diaspora music and contemporary genres.
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AI and Social Justice: Rethinking Our Future Today
April 24, 2025
AI and social justice are increasingly becoming critical topics as society grapples with the implications of technology on equity and fairness.Renowned sociologist Ruha Benjamin, during her Tanner Lectures, emphasized that while AI is often promoted as a transformative force for good, it can perpetuate existing inequalities if left unchecked.
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Katie Kitamura Explores Horror and Performance in Writing
April 22, 2025
Katie Kitamura, a celebrated novelist, will soon grace Harvard's Mahindra Humanities Center for a captivating discussion about her latest work, "Audition." This novel explores the complex interplay of performance art in literature, revealing the unsettling dimensions of middle age and domestic life in a New York City apartment.As a master of horror literature, Kitamura invites readers into a narrative rife with uncertainty, where the notion of identity and familial ties becomes perilously thin.
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