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confluencenter for creative inquiry Confluencenter’s mission is to enrich the collaborative atmosphere for innovative research and interdisciplinary endeavors at the University of Arizona and beyond. Confluencenter supports research seminars and public engagement under several initiatives: Beyond Boundaries; Digital Inquiry, Creative Collaborations, Show & Tell and the I-19 project. Programs include
Show & Tell at Playground: Confluencenter’s Multimedia Learning Experience—UA faculty present their research in a multi-media setting admission Free day/time Wednesdays, 6 p.m. dates Sept. 10, Oct. 15, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 location Playground Bar & Lounge, 278 E. Congress. contact 520-621-4587; confluencenter. arizona.edu; ervin@email.arizona.edu
Shakespeare turned 450 this year, and it’s never too late to celebrate. What is it about the immortal Bard that has captivated audiences throughout the ages? What is it about his language that continues to inspire composers. Can we light 450 candles in his honor? Cakes welcome! Creative Collaborations—pianist and Regents’ Professor Paula Fan (School of Music) and guest scholars and performers provide musical explorations addressing the great challenges facing the world admission Free time 11 a.m. location UA BookStore, Student Union Memorial Center, lower level (unless otherwise noted) Union Gallery Parking Second Gallagher Theatre Street Parking Garage. Free on CAMPUS MALL Saturdays
SATURDAy, OcTObER 18 The Bard’s Birthday Bash! University of Arizona Student Union BookStore, Lower Level
SATURDAy, NOVEmbER 1 Come Away, Death Changing the Face of Death School of Music, Holsclaw Hall The appearance of Elisabeth Kubler-Ross’ groundbreaking book On Death and Dying in 1969 addressed a subject avoided by many physicians. How did her theories change the way we approach the terminally ill today? “Everyman” and the stages of his journey are explored in song by the distinguished Welsh baritone, Jeremy Huw Williams. SATURDAy, DEcEmbER 13 The Great American (Art) Songbook and How It Grew University of Arizona Student Union BookStore, Lower Level Veteran vaudevillian Dr. David Soren (Classics) joins the inimitable pianistsinger Jeff Haskell to exam a time in American when it seemed never the twain shall meet.
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— Nightly Tours of the Universe — Award-winning presenters — World acclaimed Astrophotography — Comfortable and easy to understand — Fun for all ages. . .a MUST-SEE experience!
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www.skycenter.arizona.edu Regular programs throughout the year UA VISITOR GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2014
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