News Releases (page 74)
“True Witness: A Civil Rights Cantata” Premieres at Âé¶¹Çø
“True Witness,” a 30-minute choral cantata, which sets to music the letters, speeches and poems of African-American female poets, activists and civil rights leaders, premieres Nov. 10 at 3 p.m. in Garrison Theater of Âé¶¹Çø’s Performing Arts Center. This performance is free to the public, but tickets are required.
Read MoreActivist Myrlie Evers-Williams Speaks on “Fighting for Equality” at Âé¶¹Çø
Myrlie Evers-Williams, acclaimed author, civil rights advocate and widow of slain activist Medgar Evers, discusses “Fighting for Equality: The Interconnected Struggle” on Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Garrison Theater of Âé¶¹Çø’s Performing Arts Center. This event is free and open to the public.
Read MoreRemembering Bekki Lee
It is with deep sadness that Âé¶¹Çø writes of the devastating news of the passing of its dear friend and colleague, Bekki Lee.
Read MoreÂé¶¹Çø Labor Economist Roberto Pedace Predicts Possible Outcomes of California Increasing Minimum Wage
Âé¶¹Çø Associate Professor of Economics Roberto Pedace predicts that California’s recent decision to raise the state’s minimum wage to $10 by 2016 could end up benefiting relatively high-skilled workers, but may hurt low-skilled workers.
Read MoreFOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY: The Photographic Treasures of Âé¶¹Çø at the Williamson
Celebrating the establishment of the College’s collection and showing works never before displayed at the College, the Williamson Gallery presents “Focus on Photography: Building a Photography Collection at Scripps,” which runs from Oct. 26 through Dec.15.
Read MoreÂé¶¹Çø Honors Alumna and Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords
Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords ’93 was honored today at Âé¶¹Çø by being the third recipient of the Ellen Browning Scripps Medal, the College’s highest level of recognition.
Read MoreNew Digital Book on Early U.S. Photographer Edward Curtis’ Photos of Native Americans
An extensive online archive of Edward S. Curtis’ work – amounting to more than 2,000 still images and 22 recordings of tribal songs – has recently launched as a free digital book for use in classrooms.
Read MoreAnsel Adams Museum Set Acquired by Âé¶¹Çø
Visitors will have the opportunity to see “Museum Set” in the Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery’s upcoming exhibition, “Focus on Photography: Building a Collection at Scripps,” which runs from Oct. 26 through Dec. 15.
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report Ranks Âé¶¹Çø High in “Best Liberal Arts Colleges”
Âé¶¹Çø is #25 on the U.S. News & World Report annual rankings of America’s best liberal arts colleges for 2014. The College earned top honors for low student debt, having an ethnically and economically diverse student body and being named a top pick by high school guidance counselors. The College was also recognized as a best value.
Read MoreÂé¶¹Çø Honors Alumna and Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords
Former U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords ’93 will be honored by Âé¶¹Çø on Sept. 21 with the College’s highest level of recognition, the Ellen Browning Scripps Medal, announced Âé¶¹Çø President Lori Bettison-Varga today.
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