Distinguished Visitors

Distinguished Visitors

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Haverford hosts guest speakers through programs such as Distinguished Visitors and Young Academic Alumni Lecture Series. These lectures, classroom visits, and workshops enhance and supplement the core curriculum.

Maurice Rippel '19 organized a talk on ethical engagement in social justice by writer and civil rights activist Shaun King. Photo: Claire Chenyu Wang '20.

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Previous Thursday, November 3, 2016

Exhibit

Un presente sin memoria: A/O (Caso Céspedes)

November 3, 2016–December 9, 2016
Alcove Gallery and Rufus Jones Study, Magill Library

Inspired by the Inquisition case of an F to M surgeon, Eleno de Céspedes (Toledo, 1587), Cabello / Carceller’s mixed media project (photos and video) reflects on the traces of a life recorded in the inquisitorial dossier. Details »

Artists' talk and opening in the Philips Wing, Magill Library on November 3 at 4:30 p.m. Image courtesy of the artist.

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Next Monday, November 7, 2016

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Study Abroad Photo Contest

“Studying abroad was educational in more ways than I ever thought it could be. I experienced a new culture and a new language, and gained valuable new perspectives.” – Rachel Grunden ’16

Each year more than 130 Haverford students take advantage of the opportunity to study abroad.

2016 Study Abroad photo contest 1st place winner Pia Chakraverti-Wuerthwein '16, "Estefania and Pia Conquer The Mountain", Ford Faces category.

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