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On-line Book talk: The Other Yijing

The ISCSD Book Talk will explore the Yijing's significance in history and its broader implications in contemporary contexts.
#beyonce

Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyonce and her legacy

Beyonce's music and cultural impact will be explored in a new Yale course focusing on Black radical tradition and political awareness.
from New York Post
2 days ago

Students at $67K-a-year Yale offered course on Beyonce and 'Black Radical Tradition'

Beyoncé's cultural impact will be explored in a Yale course connecting her work to Black intellectual traditions.
from www.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I am the syllabus: course on Beyonce to be offered at Yale University

Yale University offers a class analyzing Beyoncé's cultural and political influence, marking a significant educational focus on her work.

Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyonce and her legacy

Beyonce's music and cultural impact will be explored in a new Yale course focusing on Black radical tradition and political awareness.

Students at $67K-a-year Yale offered course on Beyonce and 'Black Radical Tradition'

Beyoncé's cultural impact will be explored in a Yale course connecting her work to Black intellectual traditions.

I am the syllabus: course on Beyonce to be offered at Yale University

Yale University offers a class analyzing Beyoncé's cultural and political influence, marking a significant educational focus on her work.
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#mythology

How the missionary position got its name DW 11/12/2024

The missionary position's name is a misconception; it is not linked to Christian missionaries promoting it for procreation.

The Myth that Musicians Die at 27 Shows How Superstitions Are Made

The myth surrounding the '27 Club' amplifies the fame of artists who die at that age, creating a feedback loop of attention and legend.

How the missionary position got its name DW 11/12/2024

The missionary position's name is a misconception; it is not linked to Christian missionaries promoting it for procreation.

The Myth that Musicians Die at 27 Shows How Superstitions Are Made

The myth surrounding the '27 Club' amplifies the fame of artists who die at that age, creating a feedback loop of attention and legend.
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Alternative Clock - Time as a cultural artifact

The Alternative Clock project explores how time is constructed and proposes new ways to interact with it through diverse data inputs.

Collaboration blends fashion, film studies and spark of fun | Cornell Chronicle

The project focuses on Edith Head's costume design while exploring themes of nostalgia and fading fame through the character of Norma Desmond.

Donald J. Trump, Cosplayer - emptywheel

Trump's fast food stunt is likened to cosplay, reflecting an escape from reality and a playful engagement with fandom culture.

AFTER OIL

The Petrocultures 2024 conference focuses on uncovering the hidden realities of fossil fuel operations and their cultural implications.
#relationships

Everything you've ever wanted to know about polyamory - but were afraid to ask

Polyamory is often misunderstood and misrepresented in the media, which oversimplifies its complexity as a relationship model.
It is a form of ethical non-monogamy, distinct from LGBTQ+ identity but historically linked.

The Dating-App Diversity Paradox

Online dating offers a unique connection while potentially reinforcing societal divides, highlighting the tension between convenience and social integration.

Everything you've ever wanted to know about polyamory - but were afraid to ask

Polyamory is often misunderstood and misrepresented in the media, which oversimplifies its complexity as a relationship model.
It is a form of ethical non-monogamy, distinct from LGBTQ+ identity but historically linked.

The Dating-App Diversity Paradox

Online dating offers a unique connection while potentially reinforcing societal divides, highlighting the tension between convenience and social integration.
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'Unseen Truth' shows the real picture behind 'Caucasian' ideals - Harvard Gazette

Sarah Lewis's book challenges the foundation of America's racial hierarchy through historical analysis of the 'Circassian Beauties' and their societal implications.

Fredric Jameson, Critic Who Linked Literature to Capitalism, Dies at 90

Fredric Jameson was a leading literary theorist known for his Marxist criticism across various disciplines, influencing generations of scholars.

How diverse is California really? Here's where the state ranked in a new study

California ranks as the most diverse state in the U.S. according to WalletHub, due to its unique cultural, economic, and linguistic variety.

Intoxication nation: a double shot of US history

The course 'Intoxication Nation' engages students by connecting history to contemporary drinking culture and its societal implications.

James C. Scott, the Ambivalent Anarchist

Anthropology's roots are intertwined with imperialism, revealing a complex legacy of cultural understanding gained through colonialism.

These photos capture what it's like to grow up on the Lower East Side

Cappetta's work portrays family dynamics through the lens of the youngest daughter, Glendalis, showcasing both personal growth and broader societal challenges.

How an Olympic breakdancer could help higher ed bust a move

Rachael Gunn's Olympic performance underscores the disconnect between academic knowledge and practical skill in breakdancing.

New Book: Li, The Self in the West and East Asia

The book analyzes the differing conceptualizations of self in Western and East Asian cultures, emphasizing fundamental philosophical contrasts.

Juxtapoz Magazine - A "Good Mourning" and a Sign of Times as Robin F. Williams Opens New Solo Show

Robin F. Williams' exhibit challenges perceptions of oil painting through a blend of styles and cultural references, emphasizing introspection and gender constructions.
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