COVID Update: Test Center Closed 11/2
The Testing Center will be closed for the rest of the day today due to an emergency at the Tufts University building
Teach-In on Race: Telling Authentic Stories in Film and Theatre
The discussion kicked off with the question of how inequities have affected work in film and theatre, especially in recent years, and what that means for artists of color in an industry where they can at times feel unappreciated.
Sarwar on Climate Change, Fishing, and Bad Relations between India & Pakistan: South Asia Monitor
Affiliated faculty Beena Sarwar writes a piece about the effect of bad India and Pakistan relations on the fishing industry, specifically for fishermen themselves, as climate change plays a role.
Teach-In on Race: Tak Toyoshima on Using Art to Heal the World
Toyoshima talked to Emerson students, faculty, and staff about his early life growing up in New York City as the son of Japanese immigrant artists, his career in comics, and ways to use your art to make positive change in the world.
Teach-In on Race: Combating Anti-Asian Hate
Panels participants provided ways to support the Asian community.
Kim McLarin Named Interim Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies
I am pleased to announce that Kim McLarin, Professor of Creative Writing and Graduate Program Director of the MFA in Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing at Emerson, has accepted my invitation to serve in an interim role as the College’s Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies.
Alumnae Authors on Witchy Rom Coms, the ‘Blood Ceiling,’ and Middle School Hauntings
Emerson alumnae authors thrill, chill, and scare with stories of witches, ghouls, and hauntings.
COVID Update: Pooled Testing for Students
We are writing today to share an important update on the College’s testing procedures
Emerson Professor Leads National Study on Impacts of Media Literacy
At a time when media—especially digital and social media—is more prevalent than ever in our society, our ability to understand and navigate it (known academically as “media literacy”) is more important than ever for functioning, just, and equitable democracy.
Fall 2021 Teach-In Asks How Do We Create Community?
The Teach-In, now in its sixth year, encourages Emerson community members to explore what actions they can take to help dismantle racism and promote social justice on campus and beyond.