Becky G Cultural Rhythms took center stage at the vibrant Cultural Rhythms festival, where diversity and artistic expression were celebrated at Harvard University.This annual event, now in its 39th year, showcases a thrilling array of performances by Harvard student performers, highlighting the beauty of cultural diversity through dance and music.
AI and Social Justice: Imagining a Better Future
AI and social justice are crucial intersections that demand our immediate attention as we navigate the future of artificial intelligence.Renowned sociologist Ruha Benjamin calls on us to envision a world where technology does not simply perpetuate existing inequalities but actively fosters equity and inclusion.
Yosvany Terry Explores Afro-Cuban Roots and Traditions
Renowned musician and composer Yosvany Terry stands at the intersection of vibrant cultures, channeling his Afro-Cuban roots into an innovative musical journey.As a senior lecturer at Harvard and director of the Harvard Jazz Ensemble, Terry has dedicated his career to exploring the deep connections between traditional music and contemporary jazz.
AI in Photojournalism: Preserving Visual History Effectively
AI in photojournalism is revolutionizing how stories are told and preserved, offering both challenges and significant opportunities for the field.Traditional photojournalism technology faces threats from deepfakes and synthetic images that can undermine trust in visual media.
Canine Empathy: Insights from Harvard’s Canine Research
Canine empathy is a fascinating aspect of dog behavior that highlights the strong emotional bond between dogs and humans.Recent studies by Harvard researchers have shown how dogs exhibit empathetic behaviors towards their human companions, often responding to emotional cues in remarkable ways.
Canine Empathy Research: Insights from Harvard and The Dogist
Canine empathy research is revealing fascinating insights into the emotional world of our furry companions.At the forefront of this study is the Harvard Canine Brains Lab, where scientists like Erin Hecht are investigating how dogs respond to human emotions.
Introductory Humanities Courses: Engaging First-Year Students
Introductory humanities courses play a crucial role in shaping students’ understanding of the world through the lens of culture, art, and human experience.As part of an initiative to tackle the decline in humanities enrollment, these first-year courses are designed to captivate and inspire, encouraging meaningful engagement with various disciplines.
Arts and Humanities: Engaging First-Year Students Effectively
The arts and humanities play a vital role in shaping our understanding of the world, enabling students to explore complex societal issues through various forms of expression.As declining enrollment in humanities programs has sparked concern within academic circles, institutions are rethinking approaches to captivate first-year students anew.
Asian American Women History: Illuminate Exhibit at Schlesinger
Asian American women history is a tapestry woven with resilience, struggle, and profound contributions that have often gone unrecognized.The recent Schlesinger Library exhibit, “Illuminate: Contextualizing Asian American Women’s Stories Through the Archives,” sheds light on this overlooked narrative, showcasing artifacts that celebrate the lives and legacies of Asian American women.
AI and Photography: Preserving Visual Truth in a New Era
AI and Photography are transforming the landscape of visual storytelling as we know it.With technological advancements reaching new heights, photojournalism faces unprecedented challenges, including the risk of synthetic images undermining the authenticity and trustworthiness of real photographs.