Events

Milner Women in the Arts Lecture and Exhibit: Diane Marsh – A Merging of Worlds

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Lecture: 6:30 Parotti Hall Exhibit Opening and Reception: 7:30 McCray Gallery (Runs through 11/11/21) The paintings of Diane Marsh have evolved over 40 years to portray universal issues which are both deeply personal and profoundly human.  They encompass a dedicated search for truth, beauty, and emotional honesty, while ultimately revealing images of pain, the sorrow of loss, hope, healing, and transcendence. Born in Buffalo, N.Y., Marsh was in graduate school at the University of Buffalo (1976-78) during a period of dynamic expansion in media arts, film, and photography.  Fellow students Cindy Sherman, Robert Longo, and Charlie Clough founded the alternative space, "Hallwalls," and the Albright Knox was a rich source of information and inspiration.   In 1979 Marsh received a grant from the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation, moved to New York, and set up a studio in Lower Manhattan.  In 1980 Marsh was invited by artist Harmony Hammond to particiapte in an exhibition...
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Southwest Word Fiesta

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Southwest Word Fiesta takes place October 19-24 with over 20 events featuring 40 authors. Most sessions are virtual and everything is free and open to the public. Audience members need to register at swwordfiesta.org, where they'll also find the full schedule. As the major sponsor, WNMU is hosting several of the face-to-face events taking place on campus. All except the first will also be live streamed over Zoom. Oct. 19, 6:30-9 p.m.: Screening of "Words from a Bear" documentary about writer N. Scott Momaday in Light Hall Theater. Oct. 20, 4-6:30 p.m.: "Hillerman Day" with Anne Hillerman and James McGrath Morris (Tony Hillerman's biographer) in Miller Library. Oct. 21, 6-8 p.m.: Book launch--Jack Crocker in conversation with JJ Amaworo Wilson at Light Hall Auditorium. Oct. 22, 5-6 p.m.: Fiction forum with Catalina Claussen, Phillip Parotti and Peter Riva in Miller Library. Oct. 23, 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Banned Books readings/presentations by WNMU students in Miller...
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WNMU School of Nursing Flu Vaccination Clinic

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The WNMU School of Nursing, in partnership with Walgreens, is hosting an on-campus flu vaccination clinic on Saturday, October 23, from 9 a.m. to noon. Nursing students will give free flu shots to 200 people on a first come, first serve basis. Walgreens is providing the vaccine, said WNMU School of Nursing Associate Professor Krista Wood MSN,...
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Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience

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Grammy-winner Terrance Simien takes his audiences on a multicultural tour of the world inspired the many countries he’s visited on tour which have informed his musical language. He creates a hypnotic blend of New Orleans funk-reggae-flavored-world-blues-American zydeco roots music that beckons you to your feet and into the groove. Leading his Zydeco Experience band, Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music today. He and his band mates have performed over 7000 concerts, toured millions of miles to over 45 countries during their eventful career. In accordance with WNMU health and safety protocols, the wearing of masks or other approved face coverings is required in all university buildings for both the vaccinated and unvaccinated. Listen Here *17 and under admitted...
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