This Thursday we invite you hear from our final colloquium speaker of the year, Dr. Audrey Bennett, on “Using interactive aesthetics to engage youth with the heritage algorithms embedded in Gees Bend, Anishinaabe, Lakota, and Appalachian quilts.” Dr. Bennett is Professor in the Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design at the University of Michigan, where she teaches research in design and studies means for designing communications across cultures. The presentation will be at 3pm in the GSEIS Building, Room 111.
Please find attached Dr. Bennett’s presentation abstract and bio. We hope to see you Thursday!
Sakena, Jonathan, and Peter
*All colloquia are fragrance-free events. Please refrain from wearing scented products such as perfumes/colognes, scented lotions, clothing with strong detergent scents, etc. while attending this event as they can trigger serious health issues for those with fragrance allergies. We aim to maintain a welcoming and accessible environment for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Thank you for your consideration for all members of our community. More info can be found at:https://is.gseis.ucla.edu/research/colloquium