Europe: Democratic Politics in Times of Austerity, talk by Harris Mylonas
Anderson Hall, Room 216Europe: Democratic Politics in Times of Austerity, talk by Harris Mylonas
Anderson Hall, Room 216Film screening, “The Vanquishing of the Witch Baba Yaga,” and discussion with filmmaker Jessica Oreck
Library East Judaica Suite University of Floridahttp://thevanquishing.com/home.html the film follows "fairy-tales and personal memories like a trail of breadcrumbs, descends into Eastern Europe's haunted woodlands to uncover the secrets and bloody histories that shape our understanding of man's place in nature."
Film screening, “The Vanquishing of the Witch Baba Yaga,” and discussion with filmmaker Jessica Oreck
Library East Judaica Suite University of Floridahttp://thevanquishing.com/home.html the film follows "fairy-tales and personal memories like a trail of breadcrumbs, descends into Eastern Europe's haunted woodlands to uncover the secrets and bloody histories that shape our understanding of man's place in nature."
ILR talk, Aida Hozic, Assistant Professor in Political Science, “Art & War: Some Observations”
Oak Hammock Gainesville, FL, United StatesILR talk, Aida Hozic, Assistant Professor in Political Science, “Art & War: Some Observations”
Oak Hammock Gainesville, FL, United StatesMediterranean Movie Nights! Feature film: Magic Carpet Ride
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for this Turkish comedy/drama about a struggling, suicidal young comedian meets a car thief who is willing to teach him a few things about his profession.
Mediterranean Movie Nights! Feature film: Magic Carpet Ride
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for this Turkish comedy/drama about a struggling, suicidal young comedian meets a car thief who is willing to teach him a few things about his profession.
“Muslims, Jews, & the Media in France,” a roundtable dedicated to recent events
Smathers Library East, Rm 100In light of the recent events in France, the Center for European Studies, the Center for Jewish Studies, and the Center for Global Islamic Studies have come together to collaborate on an informative public discussion that seeks to understand these events and to present a variety of perspectives. This event is intended to provide an in-depth look at …
“Muslims, Jews, & the Media in France,” a roundtable dedicated to recent events
Smathers Library East, Rm 100In light of the recent events in France, the Center for European Studies, the Center for Jewish Studies, and the Center for Global Islamic Studies have come together to collaborate on an informative public discussion that seeks to understand these events and to present a variety of perspectives. This event is intended to provide an in-depth look at …
“Coffee with a Diplomat,” Information session with Michael Thurston, US Department of State
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaCome join us for an informal chat with Michael E. Thurston about the job opportunities available in foreign service for UF graduates and undergraduates. Mr. Thurston will be answering questions and offering career advice for those who would like to pursue a career in foreign service. Coffee & cookies will be served, so please come …
“Coffee with a Diplomat,” Information session with Michael Thurston, US Department of State
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaCome join us for an informal chat with Michael E. Thurston about the job opportunities available in foreign service for UF graduates and undergraduates. Mr. Thurston will be answering questions and offering career advice for those who would like to pursue a career in foreign service. Coffee & cookies will be served, so please come …
“Whom to Exclude in Order to Belong: Jews and the Catholic Church in Germany and France,” a talk by Ari Joskowizc
Please join us for a talk by Ari Joskowicz, Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and European Studies at Vanderbilt University, as he addresses a largely unexplored aspect of Jewish modernity by illuminating the extent to which French and German Jews made use of the liberal catalog of villains in their attempts to express themselves politically. …
“Whom to Exclude in Order to Belong: Jews and the Catholic Church in Germany and France,” a talk by Ari Joskowizc
Please join us for a talk by Ari Joskowicz, Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies and European Studies at Vanderbilt University, as he addresses a largely unexplored aspect of Jewish modernity by illuminating the extent to which French and German Jews made use of the liberal catalog of villains in their attempts to express themselves politically. …
Study Abroad Fair – come learn about study abroad programs in Europe
Plaza of the AmericasUF study abroad program directors, independent program providers and former study abroad students will be available to share their international experiences at the fair. The UF International Center staff will be available to explain the application process and help students with the first steps to find the right program for them. Other universities and institutions …
Study Abroad Fair – come learn about study abroad programs in Europe
Plaza of the AmericasUF study abroad program directors, independent program providers and former study abroad students will be available to share their international experiences at the fair. The UF International Center staff will be available to explain the application process and help students with the first steps to find the right program for them. Other universities and institutions …
“Russia, Ukraine, & the Borders of Europe,” talk by Stephen Hanson, College of William & Mary
Anderson Hall, Room 216Please join us on Thursday, February 5th, at 12:50 pm, in Anderson 216 for "Russia, Ukraine, and the Borders of Europe," a talk by Stephen Hanson, College of William & Mary. Professor Hanson will address the current conflict between Russia & Ukraine, and will pay special attention to the legacy of border construction during the …
“Russia, Ukraine, & the Borders of Europe,” talk by Stephen Hanson, College of William & Mary
Anderson Hall, Room 216Please join us on Thursday, February 5th, at 12:50 pm, in Anderson 216 for "Russia, Ukraine, and the Borders of Europe," a talk by Stephen Hanson, College of William & Mary. Professor Hanson will address the current conflict between Russia & Ukraine, and will pay special attention to the legacy of border construction during the …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “10 to 11”
UF, Anderson Hall 034"10 to 11" is the story of a passionate collector Mithat and the building concierge, Ali. For Mithat, Istanbul is as vast as his collections and for Ali it is nothing more than the few blocks around the building. When the neighbors decide to have the building rebuilt, Mithat must struggle to preserve his collections. …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “10 to 11”
UF, Anderson Hall 034"10 to 11" is the story of a passionate collector Mithat and the building concierge, Ali. For Mithat, Istanbul is as vast as his collections and for Ali it is nothing more than the few blocks around the building. When the neighbors decide to have the building rebuilt, Mithat must struggle to preserve his collections. …
A New Look at the Old World, Daytona State College Symposium
Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FLPresenters, Emrah Sahin and Lisa Booth, on behalf of the Center for European Studies
A New Look at the Old World, Daytona State College Symposium
Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FLPresenters, Emrah Sahin and Lisa Booth, on behalf of the Center for European Studies
CES ILR Series at Oak Hammock, featured speaker Michael Gorham
Oak Hammock Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Center is pleased to announce that Assistant Professor Michael Gorham will be the featured speaker for this week's ILR series at Oak Hammock. Professor Gorham speak about contemporary Russian political rhetoric and contextualize the current state of Russian politics, both at the domestic and global level.
CES ILR Series at Oak Hammock, featured speaker Michael Gorham
Oak Hammock Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Center is pleased to announce that Assistant Professor Michael Gorham will be the featured speaker for this week's ILR series at Oak Hammock. Professor Gorham speak about contemporary Russian political rhetoric and contextualize the current state of Russian politics, both at the domestic and global level.
CES Summer Study Abroad Info Session
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaAre you interested in Summer Study Abroad? Would you like to learn more about programs in Prague, Krakow, Salzburg, or Brussels? Then please join us on Thursday, February 12th, from 2:00 - 4:00, in the CES Conference Room (3312 Turlington Hall), for an information session about the fantastic Summer programs that we offer. Representatives from …
CES Summer Study Abroad Info Session
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaAre you interested in Summer Study Abroad? Would you like to learn more about programs in Prague, Krakow, Salzburg, or Brussels? Then please join us on Thursday, February 12th, from 2:00 - 4:00, in the CES Conference Room (3312 Turlington Hall), for an information session about the fantastic Summer programs that we offer. Representatives from …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “Paper”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for this film showing in Anderson Hall Room 034 at 5:10pm! Emrah is a dreamer who hopes to be a great director, trying to shoot his first feature film. His father Mehdi, a retired customs enforcement officer, believes that Emrah is going to become a pharmacist. Emrah manages to cobble together funding …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “Paper”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for this film showing in Anderson Hall Room 034 at 5:10pm! Emrah is a dreamer who hopes to be a great director, trying to shoot his first feature film. His father Mehdi, a retired customs enforcement officer, believes that Emrah is going to become a pharmacist. Emrah manages to cobble together funding …
Museum Nights at the Harn – LOVE + Impressionism
Harn Museum of Art Chandler Auditorium 3259 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FLCelebrate your love for the new exhibition "Monet and American Impressionism" by spending an evening at the Harn creating poetic Valentines with the Harn's Poets-in-Residence or trying on a corset to get in touch with the undergarments of old Europe. Enjoy live music and dance performances, a film screening, and many other activities for kids …
Museum Nights at the Harn – LOVE + Impressionism
Harn Museum of Art Chandler Auditorium 3259 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FLCelebrate your love for the new exhibition "Monet and American Impressionism" by spending an evening at the Harn creating poetic Valentines with the Harn's Poets-in-Residence or trying on a corset to get in touch with the undergarments of old Europe. Enjoy live music and dance performances, a film screening, and many other activities for kids …
CES Lunchtime Symposium, “Youth & Rap on the Internet: A Case Study of Young Moroccans & Turks in Utrecht”
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaPlease join us for a talk by Visiting Professor Jacomine Nortier (Linguistics) as she delves into the realm of identity construction and expression. Professor Nortier's talk will focus on a Moroccan and Turkish immigrant community in Utrecht, the rap music that has arisen from this particular group, and the ways in which they have incorporated …
CES Lunchtime Symposium, “Youth & Rap on the Internet: A Case Study of Young Moroccans & Turks in Utrecht”
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaPlease join us for a talk by Visiting Professor Jacomine Nortier (Linguistics) as she delves into the realm of identity construction and expression. Professor Nortier's talk will focus on a Moroccan and Turkish immigrant community in Utrecht, the rap music that has arisen from this particular group, and the ways in which they have incorporated …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “Honey”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Yusuf's best friend is his father, who supports his family's modest life with the honey he collects from tall trees in the forests of the remote Turkish countryside. Yusuf is a quiet boy, and his mother is concerned for his future. Perhaps he will follow in his father's footsteps, or perhaps school will offer him …
Mediterranean Movie Night! – “Honey”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Yusuf's best friend is his father, who supports his family's modest life with the honey he collects from tall trees in the forests of the remote Turkish countryside. Yusuf is a quiet boy, and his mother is concerned for his future. Perhaps he will follow in his father's footsteps, or perhaps school will offer him …
“Writing Retribution – Holocaust Justice & Its Meaning: An International Conference”
Judaica Suite Grand Reading Room, 2nd Floor, Smathers Library, UFThis conference is sponsored by the Center for Jewish Studies and made possible through a gift from Norman and Irma Braman and the Isser and Rae Price Library of Judaica. Leading scholars from all over the world will discuss new interdisciplinary approaches to post-Holocaust criminal trials, restitution cases, and broader issues of memory and justice. …
“Writing Retribution – Holocaust Justice & Its Meaning: An International Conference”
Judaica Suite Grand Reading Room, 2nd Floor, Smathers Library, UFThis conference is sponsored by the Center for Jewish Studies and made possible through a gift from Norman and Irma Braman and the Isser and Rae Price Library of Judaica. Leading scholars from all over the world will discuss new interdisciplinary approaches to post-Holocaust criminal trials, restitution cases, and broader issues of memory and justice. …
Film screening: Crossing the Bridge – the Sound of Istanbul
Hippodrome 25 SE 2nd Pl, GainesvillePlease join us for this wonderful documentary film and musical journey of the city that bridges Europe & Asia. Free and open to the public! Introduction by Emrah Sahin
Film screening: Crossing the Bridge – the Sound of Istanbul
Hippodrome 25 SE 2nd Pl, GainesvillePlease join us for this wonderful documentary film and musical journey of the city that bridges Europe & Asia. Free and open to the public! Introduction by Emrah Sahin
CES Lunchtime Symposium, “The Life & Times of Solomon Mikhoels,” a talk by Dr. Vassili Schedrin (Jewish Studies)
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaPlease join us on Wednesday, February 25th at 11:45 for a discussion with Dr. Vassili Schedrin about his upcoming biography of Solomon Mikhoels, the famed actor and artistic director of the Moscow State Jewish (Yiddish) Theater. Mikhoels also served as Chair of the Jewish Anti-Fascist Committee during WWII and traveled widely gaining support for the …
CES Lunchtime Symposium, “The Life & Times of Solomon Mikhoels,” a talk by Dr. Vassili Schedrin (Jewish Studies)
CES Conference Room 3312 Turlington Hall, University of FloridaPlease join us on Wednesday, February 25th at 11:45 for a discussion with Dr. Vassili Schedrin about his upcoming biography of Solomon Mikhoels, the famed actor and artistic director of the Moscow State Jewish (Yiddish) Theater. Mikhoels also served as Chair of the Jewish Anti-Fascist Committee during WWII and traveled widely gaining support for the …
“How Many Jews….? Driving the Volkswagen through Space & Time,” talk by Natalie Scholz, University of Amsterdam
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaOnly a few years after WWII the Volkswagen Beetle became one of the most prominent political symbols of West German society’s economic recovery and its new beginning as a Western and democratic country. This talk tells a different story about what the Volkswagen signified for West Germans between 1947 and 1962. A joke about Jews …
“How Many Jews….? Driving the Volkswagen through Space & Time,” talk by Natalie Scholz, University of Amsterdam
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaOnly a few years after WWII the Volkswagen Beetle became one of the most prominent political symbols of West German society’s economic recovery and its new beginning as a Western and democratic country. This talk tells a different story about what the Volkswagen signified for West Germans between 1947 and 1962. A joke about Jews …
A Greek Tragedy in the Making? The Eurozone vs. Greece in an Era of Radical Left Politics, a debate
Please join us for a debate between Tom Kostopoulos & Ioannis Ziogas as they offer differing opinions on the rise of the Greek radical left party (Syriza) and the consequences of its recent electoral victory on the future of Greece and the Eurozone. The debate will revolve around the issues of the current democratic deficit …
A Greek Tragedy in the Making? The Eurozone vs. Greece in an Era of Radical Left Politics, a debate
Please join us for a debate between Tom Kostopoulos & Ioannis Ziogas as they offer differing opinions on the rise of the Greek radical left party (Syriza) and the consequences of its recent electoral victory on the future of Greece and the Eurozone. The debate will revolve around the issues of the current democratic deficit …
Swedish Politics at Crossroads? Challenges to the Consensus Model, a talk by Goran Hyden, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Florida
Anderson Hall, Room 216Dr. Hyden is Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Political Science and African Studies. In this presentation, he will focus on his native Sweden. Politics in Sweden rarely attracts international attention, but the recent government crisis and the challenge stemming from admitting what the right-wing “Swedish Democrats” call too many foreigners have raised issues about Swedish exceptionalism. …
Swedish Politics at Crossroads? Challenges to the Consensus Model, a talk by Goran Hyden, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Florida
Anderson Hall, Room 216Dr. Hyden is Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Political Science and African Studies. In this presentation, he will focus on his native Sweden. Politics in Sweden rarely attracts international attention, but the recent government crisis and the challenge stemming from admitting what the right-wing “Swedish Democrats” call too many foreigners have raised issues about Swedish exceptionalism. …
Economic Trust & Anti-Semitic Violence: Jewish Cattle Traders, Nazis and Farmers, 1919-1939
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaPlease join us on Tuesday, March 10th at 5:30 in the Judaica Suite, Library East for "Economic Trust & Anti-Semitic Violence: Jewish Cattle Traders, Nazis and Farmers, 1919-1939," a talk by Stefanie Fischer. Dr. Fischer will discuss the importance of Jewish cattle traders to the German-agro-society and the mutual trust between Jewish cattle traders in …
Economic Trust & Anti-Semitic Violence: Jewish Cattle Traders, Nazis and Farmers, 1919-1939
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaPlease join us on Tuesday, March 10th at 5:30 in the Judaica Suite, Library East for "Economic Trust & Anti-Semitic Violence: Jewish Cattle Traders, Nazis and Farmers, 1919-1939," a talk by Stefanie Fischer. Dr. Fischer will discuss the importance of Jewish cattle traders to the German-agro-society and the mutual trust between Jewish cattle traders in …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: The Wall in the 1960s: “Propagandistic Objectivism – East & West German Visualizations of the Wall”
Please join us on Wednesday, March 11th at 11:45 in 005 Keene-Flint Hall for a lunchtime discussion led by Dr. Frank Wolff as he addresses the different visualizations of the Berlin Wall in the 1960s. As Dr. Wolff will discuss, these different visualizations had much to do with the opposing discourses of East Germany and …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: The Wall in the 1960s: “Propagandistic Objectivism – East & West German Visualizations of the Wall”
Please join us on Wednesday, March 11th at 11:45 in 005 Keene-Flint Hall for a lunchtime discussion led by Dr. Frank Wolff as he addresses the different visualizations of the Berlin Wall in the 1960s. As Dr. Wolff will discuss, these different visualizations had much to do with the opposing discourses of East Germany and …
How the Lower East Side Battled the Russian Tsar: Transnational Jewish Activism in the 1900s
Center for Jewish Studies, Walker Halltalk by Dr. Frank Wolff. Sponsored by the Alexander Grass Chair in Jewish Studies and the Center for Jewish Studies. Dr. Wolff is an Assistant Professor of Modern History at the Institute for Migration Research and Intercultural Studies, Osnabrück University.
How the Lower East Side Battled the Russian Tsar: Transnational Jewish Activism in the 1900s
Center for Jewish Studies, Walker Halltalk by Dr. Frank Wolff. Sponsored by the Alexander Grass Chair in Jewish Studies and the Center for Jewish Studies. Dr. Wolff is an Assistant Professor of Modern History at the Institute for Migration Research and Intercultural Studies, Osnabrück University.
After the Curtain: Post-1989 Fantastic in Poland
Pugh Hall 120 University of FloridaPlease join us on Monday, March 16th, at 7:30 pm in 120 Pugh Hall for a stimulating discussion about post-1989 fantastic and science fiction in Poland led by Paweł Frelik, Marie Curie-Sklodowska University, Poland. Frelik will address noted Polish writers such as Stanislaw Lem and Jacek Dukaj. The event is free and open to the …
After the Curtain: Post-1989 Fantastic in Poland
Pugh Hall 120 University of FloridaPlease join us on Monday, March 16th, at 7:30 pm in 120 Pugh Hall for a stimulating discussion about post-1989 fantastic and science fiction in Poland led by Paweł Frelik, Marie Curie-Sklodowska University, Poland. Frelik will address noted Polish writers such as Stanislaw Lem and Jacek Dukaj. The event is free and open to the …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: What do we talk about when we talk about Science Fiction: Genre systems and definitions in Central & Eastern Europe
Please join us for a seminar led by Paweł Frelik (Marie Curie Skłodowska University, Poland) on the subject of Central and Eastern European Science Fiction & Fantasy. The seminar, “What Do We Talk About When We Talk About Science Fiction: Genre Systems and Definitions in Central and Eastern Europe,” will take place on March 17, …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: What do we talk about when we talk about Science Fiction: Genre systems and definitions in Central & Eastern Europe
Please join us for a seminar led by Paweł Frelik (Marie Curie Skłodowska University, Poland) on the subject of Central and Eastern European Science Fiction & Fantasy. The seminar, “What Do We Talk About When We Talk About Science Fiction: Genre Systems and Definitions in Central and Eastern Europe,” will take place on March 17, …
Mediterranean Movie Nights!: “Times and Winds”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for a showing of "Times and Winds," March 19 at 5:10pm in Anderson Hall Room 034."Here is an utterly involving movie about childhood, by turns mesmeric and shocking; it is as addictive as a soap opera, and mysterious as a dream." - Peter Bradshaw (The Guardian)
Mediterranean Movie Nights!: “Times and Winds”
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us for a showing of "Times and Winds," March 19 at 5:10pm in Anderson Hall Room 034."Here is an utterly involving movie about childhood, by turns mesmeric and shocking; it is as addictive as a soap opera, and mysterious as a dream." - Peter Bradshaw (The Guardian)
Deconsolidation of Democracy in the European Union: the Case of Hungary
Smathers Library East, Rm 100Please join us for a talk by András Bozóki, Professor of Political Science, Central European University, Visiting Professor Columbia University, on Thursday, March 19th at 5:30 pm in Smathers Library East, Room 100. Professor Bozóki will address the state of contemporary Hungarian politics and Hungary's relationship to the European Union. This talk is co-sponsored by …
Deconsolidation of Democracy in the European Union: the Case of Hungary
Smathers Library East, Rm 100Please join us for a talk by András Bozóki, Professor of Political Science, Central European University, Visiting Professor Columbia University, on Thursday, March 19th at 5:30 pm in Smathers Library East, Room 100. Professor Bozóki will address the state of contemporary Hungarian politics and Hungary's relationship to the European Union. This talk is co-sponsored by …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: Symbolic Politics and the Role of Intellectuals
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Friday, March 20th at 11:45 in the CES conference room, Turlington Hall 3312, for a talk by András Bozóki, Professor of Political Science, Central European University, Visiting Professor Columbia University. Professor Bozóki will address the role that intellectuals have played in politics and in developing political rhetoric. Lunch and refreshments will …
CES Lunchtime Symposium: Symbolic Politics and the Role of Intellectuals
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Friday, March 20th at 11:45 in the CES conference room, Turlington Hall 3312, for a talk by András Bozóki, Professor of Political Science, Central European University, Visiting Professor Columbia University. Professor Bozóki will address the role that intellectuals have played in politics and in developing political rhetoric. Lunch and refreshments will …
Russian National Idea/Identity in the 21st Century: Liberalism vs. Democracy
talk by Alexander Burak, Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2013-2014 Rothman Faculty Summer Fellow Russia’s perceived unpredictability is in direct proportion to ignorance about its internal political and cultural debates and processes. One of the strands of my project is translating and commenting on a series of emblematic excerpts from the thinking of some …
Russian National Idea/Identity in the 21st Century: Liberalism vs. Democracy
talk by Alexander Burak, Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2013-2014 Rothman Faculty Summer Fellow Russia’s perceived unpredictability is in direct proportion to ignorance about its internal political and cultural debates and processes. One of the strands of my project is translating and commenting on a series of emblematic excerpts from the thinking of some …
Mediterranean Movie Nights!: “Bliss” (Mutluluk)
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us on March 26, in Anderson Hall at 5:10pm, for this poignant film."Three people meet under unlikely circumstances and change each other's lives in this Turkish drama from director Abdullah Oguz. When an unmarried teenage girl is believed by her family to have given up her virginity, she is ordered to be killed …
Mediterranean Movie Nights!: “Bliss” (Mutluluk)
UF, Anderson Hall 034Please join us on March 26, in Anderson Hall at 5:10pm, for this poignant film."Three people meet under unlikely circumstances and change each other's lives in this Turkish drama from director Abdullah Oguz. When an unmarried teenage girl is believed by her family to have given up her virginity, she is ordered to be killed …
FORTEPAN: AN Open-Source Photography Archive of Everyday Life in 20th Century Hungary
Please join us for a discussion with András Török, founding Director of Summa Artium, a non-profit company and arts & business center. Mr. Török will be discussing his recent work with FORTEPAN, an open-source, online digital archive of photographs taken by amateur photographers. FORTEPAN seeks to draw attention to the work of unknown and amateur …
FORTEPAN: AN Open-Source Photography Archive of Everyday Life in 20th Century Hungary
Please join us for a discussion with András Török, founding Director of Summa Artium, a non-profit company and arts & business center. Mr. Török will be discussing his recent work with FORTEPAN, an open-source, online digital archive of photographs taken by amateur photographers. FORTEPAN seeks to draw attention to the work of unknown and amateur …
Daniel Mendoza, Professor of Pugilism: How a Sephardic Jew in 18th-Century Britain Became One of the World’s First Sports Stars
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaDaniel Mendoza (1765-1836), a Sephardic Jew from London, was Britain’s boxing champion from 1790 to 1795. He enjoyed unparalleled fame and earned enormous sums of money for his matches, which drew large crowds and were widely reported in the press. As a “professor of pugilism” who gave lessons and wrote a book on boxing, he helped to popularize a sport that was widely viewed as quintessentially British. Although he was occasionally the object of anti-Jewish, he was widely respected and imitated.
Daniel Mendoza, Professor of Pugilism: How a Sephardic Jew in 18th-Century Britain Became One of the World’s First Sports Stars
Library East Judaica Suite University of FloridaDaniel Mendoza (1765-1836), a Sephardic Jew from London, was Britain’s boxing champion from 1790 to 1795. He enjoyed unparalleled fame and earned enormous sums of money for his matches, which drew large crowds and were widely reported in the press. As a “professor of pugilism” who gave lessons and wrote a book on boxing, he helped to popularize a sport that was widely viewed as quintessentially British. Although he was occasionally the object of anti-Jewish, he was widely respected and imitated.
Graphic History – From the Archive to the Classroom
Please join us on Tuesday, March 31st, at 4:00 in Keene-Flint, 005, for "Graphic History - From the Archive to the Classroom." Since the publication of Maus the graphic narrative has slowly found widespread recognition as a valid, even vitally important medium for the expression of historical narrative - especially narratives of culturally and politically marginalized …
Graphic History – From the Archive to the Classroom
Please join us on Tuesday, March 31st, at 4:00 in Keene-Flint, 005, for "Graphic History - From the Archive to the Classroom." Since the publication of Maus the graphic narrative has slowly found widespread recognition as a valid, even vitally important medium for the expression of historical narrative - especially narratives of culturally and politically marginalized …
Back in the USSR? A Roundtable Discussion on Russian Politics, Culture, & History
Pugh Hall 170Please join us on April 2nd at 5:30 pm in Pugh Hall, 170 for "Back in the USSR? A Roundtable on Russia," sponsored by the Center for European Studies and the Robin and Jean Gibson Term Professorship. This roundtable will bring together leading Russia specialists in an attempt to bring greater clarity to our understanding …
Back in the USSR? A Roundtable Discussion on Russian Politics, Culture, & History
Pugh Hall 170Please join us on April 2nd at 5:30 pm in Pugh Hall, 170 for "Back in the USSR? A Roundtable on Russia," sponsored by the Center for European Studies and the Robin and Jean Gibson Term Professorship. This roundtable will bring together leading Russia specialists in an attempt to bring greater clarity to our understanding …
Transformations in Media, Citizenship & Participation in the Post-2008 EU, a Jean Monnet Center of Excellence Workshop
Please join us for the 2015 Jean Monnet Center of Excellence Workshop: “Transformations in Media, Citizenship and Participation in the Post-2008 EU.” This exciting workshop, which brings together experts from the United States and Europe, will explore the social, spatial, and cultural effects of the various crises that struck Europe in 2008. We will discuss …
Transformations in Media, Citizenship & Participation in the Post-2008 EU, a Jean Monnet Center of Excellence Workshop
Please join us for the 2015 Jean Monnet Center of Excellence Workshop: “Transformations in Media, Citizenship and Participation in the Post-2008 EU.” This exciting workshop, which brings together experts from the United States and Europe, will explore the social, spatial, and cultural effects of the various crises that struck Europe in 2008. We will discuss …
International Career Pathways Speaker Series with Bruce Moats, Director of Communications, World Bank
Pugh Hall 170Bruce Moats is Director of External and Corporate Relations for the World Bank Group. He is a member of the Bank Group's External and Corporate Relations management team, and oversees the Group's brand management. He serves as overall strategic communications and public affairs advisor to the Bank Group's International Finance Corporation, and is head of …
International Career Pathways Speaker Series with Bruce Moats, Director of Communications, World Bank
Pugh Hall 170Bruce Moats is Director of External and Corporate Relations for the World Bank Group. He is a member of the Bank Group's External and Corporate Relations management team, and oversees the Group's brand management. He serves as overall strategic communications and public affairs advisor to the Bank Group's International Finance Corporation, and is head of …
Michael Dixon (Artist Talk): Life as the Other
Please join us for this artist talk, on Thursday April 9th 6:30pm in FAB 103. Michael Dixon is an artist working primarily in oil paint. He was born and raised in San Diego, California, and received an MFA from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Dixon is currently an Associate Professor of Art at Albion …
Michael Dixon (Artist Talk): Life as the Other
Please join us for this artist talk, on Thursday April 9th 6:30pm in FAB 103. Michael Dixon is an artist working primarily in oil paint. He was born and raised in San Diego, California, and received an MFA from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Dixon is currently an Associate Professor of Art at Albion …
Intercultural Dialogue and Belarus: Crisis or Chance?
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Wednesday, April 15th, in Turlington 3312, at 11:45 for "Intercultural Dialogue and Belarus: Crisis or Chance?" by visiting Fulbright Scholar, Liubou Uladykouskaja, PhD. Dr. Uladykouskaja is visiting the UF Department of Anthropology and specializes in Belarusian Studies and the theory of Intercultural Dialogue. On Wednesday she will discuss the importance of intercultural dialogue …
Intercultural Dialogue and Belarus: Crisis or Chance?
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Wednesday, April 15th, in Turlington 3312, at 11:45 for "Intercultural Dialogue and Belarus: Crisis or Chance?" by visiting Fulbright Scholar, Liubou Uladykouskaja, PhD. Dr. Uladykouskaja is visiting the UF Department of Anthropology and specializes in Belarusian Studies and the theory of Intercultural Dialogue. On Wednesday she will discuss the importance of intercultural dialogue …
European Culture Festival at Santa Fe
Through art, music, performance, information, and food, students, faculty, and staff will expand their knowledge about European culture. Participants will experience art and education in a variety of ways to increase their understanding of countries in Europe.
European Culture Festival at Santa Fe
Through art, music, performance, information, and food, students, faculty, and staff will expand their knowledge about European culture. Participants will experience art and education in a variety of ways to increase their understanding of countries in Europe.
“Erdogan’s New Turkey: An Emerging Authoritarian Power,” talk by Sinan Ciddi, Director of the Institute of Turkish Studies
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Tuesday, April 21st, at 11:45 in 3312 Turlington Hall for "Erdogan's New Turkey: An Emerging Authoritarian Power," by Sinan Ciddi, Visiting Assistant Professor, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University. Professor Ciddi is also the Director of the Institute for Turkish Studies. Lunch and refreshments will be served and the event is …
“Erdogan’s New Turkey: An Emerging Authoritarian Power,” talk by Sinan Ciddi, Director of the Institute of Turkish Studies
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Please join us on Tuesday, April 21st, at 11:45 in 3312 Turlington Hall for "Erdogan's New Turkey: An Emerging Authoritarian Power," by Sinan Ciddi, Visiting Assistant Professor, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University. Professor Ciddi is also the Director of the Institute for Turkish Studies. Lunch and refreshments will be served and the event is …
“Turkey Between East & West: Religion and Culture in a Changing World,” Talk by Sinan Ciddi
Friends of Music RoomPlease join us for this exciting talk by Sinan Ciddi as we discuss Turkey in the contemporary world and kick off our Project Go award. Refreshments will be served.
“Turkey Between East & West: Religion and Culture in a Changing World,” Talk by Sinan Ciddi
Friends of Music RoomPlease join us for this exciting talk by Sinan Ciddi as we discuss Turkey in the contemporary world and kick off our Project Go award. Refreshments will be served.
Lunchtime Symposium: “War Memoir and Post-War Travel Narrative: Two Polish Journeys of Mordkhe Tsanin” talk by Jack Kugelmass
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Come hear Professor Kugelmass's talk, "War Memoir and Post-War Travel Narrative: Two Polish Journeys of Mordkhe Tsanin" on September 2 at 11:30 am in the CES conference room. Dr. Kugelmass is a professor in the Department of Anthropology and the Melton Legislative Professor and Director at the Center for Jewish Studies.
Lunchtime Symposium: “War Memoir and Post-War Travel Narrative: Two Polish Journeys of Mordkhe Tsanin” talk by Jack Kugelmass
CES Conference Room, Turlington Hall 3312Come hear Professor Kugelmass's talk, "War Memoir and Post-War Travel Narrative: Two Polish Journeys of Mordkhe Tsanin" on September 2 at 11:30 am in the CES conference room. Dr. Kugelmass is a professor in the Department of Anthropology and the Melton Legislative Professor and Director at the Center for Jewish Studies.
Pedagogy of Global Shakespeare
Global Shakespeare courses have been for some time making their way into the offerings of English Departments worldwide. The Global Shakespeare courses will usually be offered as themed seminars for more advanced undergraduate or sometimes postgraduate (graduate in the US terminology) students, alongside courses such as “Shakespeare and Gender”, “Shakespeare in Performance”, or “Shakespeare on Film”. While Global Shakespeare courses will typically share …
Pedagogy of Global Shakespeare
Global Shakespeare courses have been for some time making their way into the offerings of English Departments worldwide. The Global Shakespeare courses will usually be offered as themed seminars for more advanced undergraduate or sometimes postgraduate (graduate in the US terminology) students, alongside courses such as “Shakespeare and Gender”, “Shakespeare in Performance”, or “Shakespeare on Film”. While Global Shakespeare courses will typically share …
“Exit, Voice and Loyalty: the Causes and Consequences of Britain’s Threatened Departure from the EU,” talk by Tim Haughton
Anderson Hall, Room 216Come listen to Professor Tim Haughton, University of Birmingham (UK), talk about “Exit, Voice and Loyalty: the Causes and Consequences of Britain’s Threatened Departure from the EU” as part of the Jean Monnet speaker series.
“Exit, Voice and Loyalty: the Causes and Consequences of Britain’s Threatened Departure from the EU,” talk by Tim Haughton
Anderson Hall, Room 216Come listen to Professor Tim Haughton, University of Birmingham (UK), talk about “Exit, Voice and Loyalty: the Causes and Consequences of Britain’s Threatened Departure from the EU” as part of the Jean Monnet speaker series.