All Events
The Future of Interfaith Varun Soni
MCC Theater
Interfaith engagement has emerged as a global trend and has especially been embraced by the millennial generation. As interfaith practitioners and advocates expand their reach, they face significant challenges as well as unique opportunities. This talk will focus on the future of interfaith engagement by making the case that interfaith is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Varun Soni is the Dean of Religious Life at the University of Southern California. Prior to joining USC, Soni taught for four years in the Law and Society Program at UCSB. Co-sponsored by the Interfaith Initiative of Santa Barbara County; the Interfaith Intern, A.S. Community Affairs Board; the Religious Studies Department; and the University Religious Center Interfaith Fund.
Children’s Event
Tales of the Ashanti Jim Gamble Puppet Productions
MCC Theater
Jim Gamble Puppet Productions presents Tales of the Ashanti, two folk tales from the Ashanti tribe of West Africa. Large hand and rod puppets will teach us the strength of working together and that if we are willing to listen with our hearts as well as our ears, we can hear the entire world talking to us and sharing its wisdom. Great outing for the whole family! Co-sponsored by the Isla Vista/UCSB Liaison and the UCSB Early Childhood Care & Education Services.
Race Matters Series
The Presumption of Passing among Multiracial Persons: Perceived Benefits and Associated Resentments Ingrid Dineen-Wimberly
MCC Lounge
In her forthcoming book, By the Least Bit of Blood: The Allure of Blackness among Mixed-Race Americans of African Descent, 1862-1935, Ingrid Dineen-Wimberly has uncovered the uplift potential, in terms of social and political mobility, a mono-racial black identity afforded mixed-race people of African descent in nineteenth and early-twentieth century America. Dr. Dineen-Wimberly will lead a discussion regarding the implications of a similar phenomenon derived from a contemporary racial system, which both limits and benefits persons of color. The perception of benefits gained from claiming minority status on college applications, fellowships, scholarships, etc. has reinforced resentments from non-minority students, while it devalues the continued racism students of color face. All voices are welcome.
Cup of Culture
Cultures of Resistance
MCC Theater
Does each gesture really make a difference? Can music and dance be weapons of peace? Director Iara Lee embarked on a two-year, five-continent trek to find out. From Mali to Burma, Brazil, and Lebanon, Cultures of Resistance explores how art and creativity can be the ammunition in the battle for peace and justice. Iara Lee, 73 min., English, 2010, USA. Co-sponsored by the Art, Design, & Architecture Museum- UC Santa Barbara.
