Category: Archive & Past Events
Diversity and Inclusion: Representing Culture and Language in Children’s Literature
EWU Libraries, with support from the Chertok Memorial Endowed Professorship, invites you to join us for this awareness-raising event at the JFK Library. Kassahun Kebede will speak about representation issues related to immigration and refugees and his experience growing up in a book-scarce environment. Ellenore Angelidis will discuss representation and global experiences in children’s literature,…
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Celebrating AA-NH/PI Heritage Month
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with our curated collection of books highlighting the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and experiences of AA-NH/PI communities. From compelling memoirs to captivating fiction, explore stories that showcase the resilience, contributions, and achievements of AA-NH/PI individuals throughout history. Discover voices that illuminate the beauty of cultural traditions, navigate the complexities of…
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Expo ’74: Then and Now
Expo at Eastern: World’s Fair Collections from the EWU Archives | Monday, April 15 – Friday, April 26 | JFK Secrist Gallery Visit an exhibit in the JFK Secrist Gallery to see how a World’s Fair in Spokane spurred the use of an Eastern dorm to house visitors, featured a Folklife Festival next to the…
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April: Time for Get Lit! and National Poetry Month
March 29, 2024 by Amy Laskowski
About National Poetry Month National Poetry Month is a special occasion that celebrates poets’ integral role in our culture and that poetry matters. Read more from poets.org. About Get Lit! 2024 Each year Get Lit! brings a diverse lineup of highly sought-after authors to our region, while also highlighting our local literary talent. This…
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National Farmworker Awareness Week
National Farmworker Awareness Week (NFAW) is a week of action for community members to honor the important contributions done by farmworkers and raise awareness about the issues they face. Part of EWU C.A.M.P.’s National Farmworker Awareness Week. Events include: March 29 – April 7: Library Display | Secrist Gallery, JFK Library March 29 – April…
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Women’s History Month Display
This March, our Women’s History Month display invites you to embark on a literary journey that pays homage to the enduring resilience, boundless creativity and unwavering strength of women who paved the way for future generations. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the past, as we shine a light on the pages that reflect the…
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Rococo Repoussé: Student Work Display, ART 313
The students of ART 313 “Art Across Time: 17th century-Present” investigated the complex nuances associated with the Rococo movement. Examining French aristocracy, the influence of 18th century Chinese design, and exploring the delicate intricacies of passion, students dove into the labyrinth of iconography that is “Rococo.” While conducting scholarly research on specific works of art,…
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Black History Month
Celebrate the rich tapestry of Black History with our specially curated collection for Black History Month. Explore the profound contributions, struggles, triumphs, and cultural heritage of African Americans through a diverse array of literature. This display honors the voices that have shaped our world and guides readers on a journey of understanding, empathy, and appreciation…
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Fresco Secco to Buon Fresco: Student Work Display
November 21, 2023
The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th Century” have engaged with the rise of Fresco Secco (dry fresco) and the transition to Buon Fresco (wet fresco) in ancient art. Upon learning about frescoes created by the ancient Minoans through the Roman Empire, students conducted research into the techniques, purpose, and locations of specific…
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Early Writing and Cylinder Seals: Student Work Display, ART 312
The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th century” spent weeks engaged in the analysis of artifacts containing ancient writing. Ranging from Sumerian Cuneiform to Egyptian hieroglyphics, students not only ascertained how early writing cultivated cultural progress, but investigated unique methodologies employed to disperse ancient text, such as cylinder seals. Each student conducted independent…
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