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Landesman confirmed as NEA Chair - (USA)
It's official: Rocco Landesman will be the next Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. He was confirmed by voice vote by the Senate yesterday along with Jim Leach for the National Endowment for the Humanities and a host of other public officials. Sitting down for an interview with the Times 's Robin Pogrebin, Landesman lived up to his reputation as a firecracker. Witness this series of no-BS quotes from the man who will be the most prominent public face of arts policy in the ne
http://createquity.blogspot.com/2009/08/landesman-confirmed-as-nea-chair.html
He's won the "Bad Writing Contest" twice, but now Professor Fredric R. Jameson has won the $900,000 - (USA)
"The prize, established in 2003 by the Norwegian Parliament and worth about $900,000 this year, is awarded annually to an outstanding scholar in the arts and humanities, the social sciences, theology, or law."The Duke literature professor has written such things as "Postmodernism, or, the Cultural Logic of Late Capitalism."His 1997 "Bad Writing" prize honored such sentences as -- from "Signatures of the Visible":The visual is essentially pornographic, which is to say that it has its end in rapt,
http://althouse.blogspot.com/2008/11/hes-won-bad-writing-contest-twice-but.html
Information about Grants from the US government agencies – where to find them and how to apply for t - (USA)
http://grants.gov/aboutgrants/grants.jsp What is a Grant? Grants are not benefits or entitlements . A federal grant is an award of financial assistance from a federal agency to a recipient to carry out a public purpose of support or stimulation authorized by a law of the United States. Federal grants are not federal assistance or loans to individuals. A federal grant may not used to acquire property or services for the federal government’s direct benefit. The 26 federal agencies offe
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August 14th in Santa Fe: Lecture by David Taylor in conjunction with “Through The Lens” Exhibition - (USA)
From the e-press release: David Taylor , whose photographic work along the U.S./Mexico border is supported by a 2008 fellowship from the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, will deliver the next Through the Lens: Creating Santa Fe lecture at 6pm on Friday, Aug. 14, in the New Mexico History Museum Auditorium, 113 Lincoln Ave. The event is free and open to the public. Taylor’s lecture, “Western Exposure: Photographs and the Frontier,” will explore his work along the
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Choreography For Everyone - (USA)
by Stephen Jane Sometimes known as dance composition, choreography serves as the soul of any dance performances. Choreography also falls under performance art from which it focuses on making structures in which movement happens. And someone who engages in such form of art is referred to as a choreographer. Generally, the end result of the entire dance depends on the style of the choreography that’s applied into the dance. Having the ability to come up with a good choreography does not only nee
http://electronics-council.com/blog/15078/choreography-for-everyone/
The liberal arts and narratives of declension - (USA)
There is a teacher's voice in my head, asking the logical question of New York Times reporter Patricia Cohen who speculated whether the humanities are in decline (perhaps because of the Great Recession) and whether older history subdisciplines are also in decline : "where did she go to school, and who were her teachers?" Evidently, the Times is hiring reporters who either never had good history teachers, never paid attention to them, or forgot one of the basic lessons in a good college hi
http://www.shermandorn.com/mt/archives/003046.html
Thomas Cole - A Short History of an American Artist - (USA)
Thomas Cole - A Short History of an American Artist Posted in November 28th, 2008 Category:Humanities Thomas Cole was born in Lancashire, England in 1801, and his family emigrated to America when he was seventeen years of age. He trained first as an engraver of woodblocks that were used in printing calico. He learned the basic of art from John Stein, and then attended Pennsylvania School of Fine Arts. He also [...]
http://www.entertainment-articles.com/thomas-cole-a-short-history-of-an-american-artist.html
DARWIN ANNIVERSARY - SPECIAL BULLETIN 1 - (USA)
From an email from BSHS's Outreach and Education Committee (2008/11/27): BRITISH SOCIETY FOR THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE OUTREACH AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE DARWIN ANNIVERSARY - SPECIAL BULLETIN 1 1.) Cambridge Darwin Festival - July 2009 2.) Natural History Museum - Darwin 200 3.) British Council Darwin Now Awards - deadline 5th December 4.) Darwin Correspondence Project Teaching Resources - online now 5.) Wellcome Trust Evolution resources 6.) Darwin's 'Birthday Party' - Birmingham - 7th February 7.
http://thedispersalofdarwin.blogspot.com/2008/11/darwin-anniversary-special-bulletin-1.html
Senate confirms Rocco Landesman as NEA head [Updated] - (USA)
Rocco Landesman, the colorful head of Broadway's Jujamcyn Theaters, has been approved by the Senate to assume the top position at the National Endowment for the Arts. The Senate also unanimously confirmed Jim Leach to head the National Endowment for the Humanities. An imposing figure on the New York theater scene, Landesman was seen by many as an unusual but welcome choice by the Obama administration to head the troubled NEA, which has been reeling from years of budget cuts and accusations of i
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/culturemonster/2009/08/senate-confirms-rocco-landesman-as-nea-head.html
Seattle Weekend Edition for 11/29/08 - (USA)
Catch these great Winterfest events at Seattle Center this weekend: Winter Worldfest When: Friday, Nov. 28, 1pm – 6pm Saturday, Nov. 29, 10am – 5pm Sunday, Nov. 30, 11am – 5pm Where: Seattle Center, Center House $$$: FREE Winterfest’s cultural festival features some of the region’s best ethnic entertainment. Watch as the world comes to life in music and dance. Take in the culture or search for unique holiday gifts without leaving Center House. The Holiday World Market offers goods from R
http://www.about-seattlewa.com/seattle-weekend-edition-for-112908/
Basics - New Curriculum Designed to Unite Art and Science - NYTimes.com - (USA)
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/27/science/27angi.html?th=&emc=th&pagewanted=print
Beasiswa S2: Scholarship in Various Master`s Programmes - (USA)
Beasiswa S2: Scholarship in Various Master`s Programmes 6 Leiden University Fund Scholarship in Various Master`s Programmes Each year the organisation of alumni, Leiden University Fund (LUF) awards 6 LUF scholarships to truly outstanding foreign students pursuing an English language Masters Degree at Leiden University . The LUF scholarship is open to highly talented students from all countries of the world except the Netherlands. Please see below for further requirements. Master`s
http://ahabloging.com/2009/08/beasiswa-s2-scholarship-in-various-masters-programmes-21.html
More Digital Humanities Jobs - (USA)
To follow up on my last post about digital humanities jobs, I wanted to mention one more that has come to my attention recently: Research Associate, John Nicholas Brown Center for Public Humanities and Cultural Heritage at Brown University: “The John Nicholas Brown Center for Public Humanities and Cultural Heritage at Brown University has an opening for a research associate in the technologies of the public humanities. We’re looking for a person with experience in the use of technologies in muse
http://digitalscholarship.wordpress.com/2008/11/27/more-digital-humanities-jobs/
Economy Sends Fund Raisers’ Confidence Down - (USA)
The fundraising climate for U.S. charities continued to decline in the first half of 2009, according to the latest Philanthropic Giving Index (PGI) released yesterday by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. The PGI, similar to a Consumer Confidence Index for charitable giving, includes three indexes on a scale from 0 to 100, based on a semiannual national survey of nonprofit fundraising professionals. Higher scores indicate more positive or optimistic attitudes about the climate f
http://ejewishphilanthropy.com/economy-sends-fund-raisers-confidence-down/
Reel Education: 50 Free Open Courses for Movie Lovers - (USA)
By Jessica Merritt Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, or just a major fan, you’ll be pleased to find out that there are a number of open courses available to movie lovers. These courses are offered by top universities, and cover topics including film culture, visual arts, and video production. Read on to learn more about them, and get access to the courses. Concepts & Philosophy These courses will help you lay the foundation for creating and appreciating fine movies. Studying the Art
http://www.online-college-blog.com/index.php/open-courseware/reel-education-50-free-open-courses-for-movie-lovers/
Tony Gittens to Leave D.C. Arts Commission - ARTINFO.com - (USA)
http://www.artinfo.com/articles/story/27824/new-artistic-director-for-reykjavik-arts-festival/
Student Wasters - (USA)
Thousands of teenagers drop out of university after being pushed onto 'pointless' courses - Telegraph Many young people take "Mickey Mouse" degrees only to see little or no financial reward, it is claimed. Britain currently produces fewer graduates in law, science, mathematics and health than most other developed nations, but more teenagers study humanities and the arts, said the report. It comes despite the fact that British students taking these courses gain the least financial benefit. They a
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The College of Wooster - (USA)
Type : Private, 4-year, Liberal Arts College Located : Wooster, OH Size : just a bit under 2000 undergraduates Cost : $44,280 (including tuition, room/board) Degree Offerings: Bachelor’s Kauke Hall Hello! It is with great pleasure that I invite you along with me to visit The College of Wooster, a 4-year Liberal Arts College located in Wooster, OH. The College of Wooster enrolls just under 2,000 undergraduates annually, with about 40% of its students coming from Ohio, and
http://www.al-jamiat.com/finding-college/college-wooster/
Senate Confirms New Leaders of Arts and Humanities Endowments: Chronicle of Higher Ed - (USA)
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jim Leach as chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities and Rocco Landesman as chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.Related Posts:Kudlow for Senate?K-State Beach Museum Of Art’s Kathrine Schlageck To Receive A Governor’s Arts AwardKTKA on Kobach: Ex-GOP leader running for Kansas secretary of stateLJWorld: Lawrence educator wins Governor’s Arts AwardKU Endowment Association hit by poor return on investments: Winfield Daily Courier
http://www.kansasprogress.com/wordpress/index.php/2009/08/09/senate-confirms-new-leaders-of-arts-and-humanities-endowments-chronicle-of-higher-ed/
Freshman Year and Study Abroad Program Scholarships, Academia Vitae, Netherlands - (USA)
Academia Vitae in the Netherlands is pleased to introduce two excellent undergraduate (semester- or year-long) programs in the liberal arts: Freshman Year and Study Abroad. Academia Vitae is a new (2005) Dutch university in historic Deventer that focuses on the liberal arts. Its curriculum stresses the study of classical works in the sciences, humanities, and arts in small seminars with inspiring teachers. While immersed in the exquisite environment of our campus, students are stimulated to i
http://www.acakadut.com/scholarships/freshman-year-and-study-abroad-program-scholarships-academia-vitae-netherlands/
Unfolding Universe_ Timeline by Rogerio -- Revver Online Video Sharing Network - (USA)
A video by Rogerio - A travel through time, remembering the actions of manking as we shape our world, our history.
http://revver.com/video/877834/unfolding-universe_-timeline/
IBDB: The official source for Broadway Information - (USA)
The official source for Broadway information, statistics, dates, cast, crew and creative staff credits, roles and related facts
http://www.ibdb.com/
Rocco Landesman Confirmed as Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts - (USA)
Damon Winter/The New York Times Rocco Landesman The Broadway producer Rocco Landesman was confirmed by the Senate on Friday as the new chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. Mr. Landesman, 62, produced award-winning productions like “Angels in America,” “Big River” and ”The Producers” and has for more than 20 years been president of Jujamcyn Theaters, New York’s third largest theater owner. Jim Leach, 66, a former Republican congressman from Iowa who is now a professor at Princet
http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/07/rocco-landesman-confirmed-as-chairman-of-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts/
Epiphany at Weslayan House - (USA)
She was hunting direct into my eyes from crossways the room. I was directly sick with delve vision. I could wager null added but that forage haired example who seemed to country discover every another abstract in the room. It was same a environs you wager in humanities movies. Read more here: Epiphany at Weslayan House Tags: lifestyle , arts , humor , entertainment , movies
http://artsandentertainment.themissingscrew.com/epiphany-at-weslayan-house-2/
YouTube - About Writing, Radio Interview with B.K. Bazhe, Part 2 - (USA)
About Writing - http://www.BAZHE.comThe American Perspective.Radio Interview with B.K. Bazhe, Part 2B.K. Bazhe speaks about Writingwith Judyth Piazza.BAZHE i...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVyI_0eTKyo
Bloggus disruptus - (USA)
Walked out this morning under high, broken overcast, with the temperatures clamped down to only 82, up from the overnight low of 80. I hauled in the morning paper and sat down to read it with my breakfast. I perused articles by the local arts and humanities counsel bemoaning the budget cuts they must make because the state is cutting its budget. I read about the athletic team from our local university making its first road trip of the new season to play a game in Hawaii. I find that th
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