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Why Arts Matter Research Speaker Series: Technology
Please join us on Thursday, April 24 at 4:00 PM (ET) for Technology, the third and final event of the Winter 2024 Why Arts Matter Research Speaker Series.
This presentation will take place in person at ImprovLab, MCKN 108 at the University of Guelph. The event is free, although seating is limited. Reserve your spot here!
More About the Event
This panel will explore the transformative impact of technology on culture, the arts, and our understanding of the world. Featuring Dr. Peter Kuling, Dr. Susan Brown, Dr. Rozita Dara, and Dr. Donald Bruce, this discussion will examine how digital performance, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence are reshaping cultural engagement and artistic expression. The panelists will delve into the ethical implications of emerging technologies, the role of digital humanities in fostering collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity, and the ways science and technology are portrayed in media.
This series will be video recorded for later distribution. Following the panel, audience members can engage in a Q&A session. This series will be video recorded for later distribution. Audience members will not be on camera, however will be asked to sign a release for their voice to be included in the recording if they choose to ask a question.
More About the Series
The “Why Arts Matter” research speaker series is hosted by the College of Arts in partnership with the International Institute for Critical Studies and Improvisation (IICSI), and explores the intersection of disciplines to address individual experience, social life, and culture. This series highlights the importance of the arts in shaping our understanding of the world.
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