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Articles by Veronica Lucchese
Managing the Potomac: Featuring the Patawomeck Tribe of Virginia
This is a story about the intersection of science and Indigenous communities. Focusing on the Potomac River Watershed, this film highlights inequalities in environmental management. The Patawomeck Tribe of Virginia, the original people of the Potomac River, discuss environmental injustices facing their community. Filmmaker and Ph. D. student, Veronica Malabanan Lucchese, uses social network analysis, or the scientific study of relationships, to identify the most and least influential managers.
See Eroding History in Baltimore: Four New Opportunities
By Rona Kobell The Environmental Justice Journalism Initiative is pleased to share that our film, Eroding History, is going to be shown four times in Baltimore over the next two months. The showings are: The Park School 5th Annual Baltimore County Community Outreach Forum/ Maryland Lynching Memorial Project Saturday, January 13, 10am to 1pm 2425 Old Court Road, Baltimore Register here Reginald Lewis Museum Martin Luther King Day Celebration, Inner Harbor Monday, Jan. 15, 6pm to 8pm 830 E.
Contemporary Russian art exhibit opens at Lowe
Thursday 25 April 2019 Art, Edge Contemporary Russian art exhibit opens at Lowe Last Thursday, the Lowe Art Museum unveiled its newest exhibit: “Russia Unframed.” On view from this Apr. 18 until Mar. 29 of next year, the exhibit showcases contemporary Russian art. The goal of the exhibit is to celebrate the diversity of Russian modernist styles by bringing together “disparate artists and styles that defy a single definition,” the curators say.
Annual Commencement Ball celebrates seniors
With commencement less than a month away, the University of Miami hosted a week’s worth of events for graduating seniors, all of which culminated with the fourth annual Commencement Ball. Hosted by UM’s Division of Student Affairs and the Alumni Association, the Casino-Royale-themed ball was held April 13 from 7-11 p.m. This year, seniors and their plus ones traveled to the Coral Gables Country Club for a night of dancing and dining.
Crowd of all ages enjoys food, drinks, art at ‘Lowe After Dark’
The second “Lowe After Hours” event of the semester took place March 7 from 7-9 p.m. at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum. Open to members of the public, students and faculty, this event had all the features of high society. Sponsored by Bacardi and catered by Sushi Maki, “Lowe After Hours” filled its guests’ bellies with delicious sushi and scrumptious cocktails. Entry to this posh event was free for students.
Grammy-winning professor discusses music, DACA and immigration reform
John Daversa of The University of Miami’s Frost School of Music took home three Grammys on Feb. 10, sharing the red carpet with A-list celebrities such as Cardi B and Lady Gaga. Daversa’s band, “The John Daversa Progressive Big Band,” won awards for its album “American Dreamers: Voices of Hope, Music of Freedom,” which tackled a variety of issues related to immigration in America.
Arts Festival celebrates Miami culture for 56th year
Palms trees, beaches and Café Bustelo. Try to name a more Miami-esque trio— I dare you. The 2019 Coconut Grove Arts Festival, which took place Feb. 16 – 18, showcased this iconic trio in one of the most “Miami” events of the year. A Miami favorite ,CGAF included a Cafe Bustelo tent where festival goers could grab a fresh cup of coffee, strike a pose at the photo booth, and charge their phones before exploring the rest of the grounds.
Student-approved date ideas for Valentine’s Day
Those who say tax season is the most stressful time of the year have probably never had to do Valentine’s Day on a college student’s budget. For those of you who want to show your valentine a good time without breaking the bank, here are some tips. While a candle-lit Valentine’s Day dinner is the classic choice, other meals should not be overlooked. Break the status quo and take that special someone out to an adoration filled brunch or lunch at the following yummy and affordable places.
The Not-So-Insignificant Girl: “Alita: Battle Angel” Review
Film producer Jon Landau (left) and director Robert Rodriquez (right) sit on the balcony of their hotel in Miami Beach Monday afternoon as they concluded an exclusive interview with The Miami Hurricane. Landau and Rodriquez are promoting their new film, "Alita: Battle Angel", which releases to theaters February 14. Photo credit: Hunter Crenian What does it take to enact positive change in the world around us?
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