The Hurford Center Initiative brought together artists, activists, and academics to discuss how to combat the carceral state.
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At a time of conflict and divide, the College is working to bring students, faculty, and staff together to support one another and engage these important issues through peaceful and constructive dialogue.
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Dr. Ira Reid: Haverford College’s Unsung Scholar Activist explores the impact of Haverford's first Black professor.
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For two years, students at Haverford and the American University of Sharjah worked together online to study human rights. This spring break, they met in person.
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Sponsored by the Hurford Center for Arts and Humanities and the Haverford lnnovations Program, Matt Denton ’24 spent the summer developing a game about the Algerian War of lndependence which will be for sale in the fall.
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The funding will help support student-driven research on new ways of forecasting geohazards such as landslides.
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Over spring break, students from Jonathan Wilson’s Botany class journeyed to the dual-island nation to study its abundant plants, diverse wildlife, and rich culture. This is the fourth year the trip has been offered.
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Revered for his ability to present complex ideas in understandable terms, the long-serving faculty member considered it his vocation to search for new and better ways to connect with students and convey knowledge. A campus memorial service will take place during Alumni Weekend 2023.
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The assistant professor of Spanish will conduct research and workshops in order to develop strategies for community education and organizing.
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The group’s performance was part of Haverford’s Concert Artist Series, which brings regional artists to campus.
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The College will honor a Class of '64 alumnus and an education and civil rights icon for service to humanity.
UPDATE May 3, 2023: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jon Kabat-Zinn '64 — one of our two honorary degree recipients — is unable to attend the ceremony.
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The Quaker palliative care specialist and environmental activist will share his knowledge and experience with the Haverford community during a week-long virtual visit.
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The Tokyo-based multidisciplinary artist hosted a collaborative workshop in preparation for a Lutnick Library exhibition, opening March 20.
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17 student-made paintings now permanently adorn the astronomy library in Strawbridge Observatory.
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The Havercode club provides academic and pre-professional support to computer science students.
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Author of the recently published Hurricane Girl, along with other novels, Marcy Dermansky '91 answered questions about her writing process and being an author.
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The exhibit by Emma Scharff ‘25 displays photographs and documents, showing how aspects of the campus have changed and stayed the same over the years.
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Carl Shuman '78 is creating fun, new ways for children to learn the stories of the Torah through his series, Torah Time Travel.
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