Events

With Dr. Casey Schine, Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biology

Sonia Hsieh, MSW ‘10.5, would like to share a message of self-transformation and love. No matter your background, life experiences, setbacks, or challenges, an embodied life is accessible to everyone. For over a decade, Sonia has worked as a psychotherapist in the self-help and inner inquiry space—first transforming herself, then guiding many others through profound processes of change and altered states of consciousness. When mind, body, and soul unite as one, the miracle of love becomes not only possible, but deeply felt and known.

Mondays in March, learn to play the traditional Korean percussion genre samulnori. At these drop-in classes, participants will start by learning technique and basic rhythms and progress to more complex rhythms and sequences. Free, open to the public, and no experience needed. This class is geared towards adults.

Davis Family Library, Upper Level Display Cases

The students in JAPN 290 (“Reading the Tale of Genji” in English”) and Prof. Otilia Milutin (Japanese Studies) are cordially inviting you and your students to view their exhibit, “Living with Genji: The World’s First Novel in 21st Century Japan.” The exhibit features a selection of objects, artwork, movies, and manga inspired by the 11th century classic The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu.  Our exhibit aims to showcase a few selected items that speak both of the tale’s enduring legacy in traditional Japanese arts, and, equally important, of its contemporary reiterations, be they manga and movies adaptations or commercial, consumer-oriented products such as mascots, stationary, fabrics, and other everyday objects.  Through our exhibit, we hope to demonstrate how a millennium old classic lives and thrives today in contemporary Japan. 

Students, staff, alumni and the public are invited to attend this weekly nonpartisan discussion of recent political events, hosted by Professor Matthew Dickinson. Held in person and by zoom almost every Tuesday, 12:30-1:30 pm EST. Check the calendar for dates. No expertise assumed. All viewpoints welcome. To register for the zoom sessions, please contact Prof. Dickinson at his email: dickinso@middlebury.edu

History, Heroes, and Bipartisanship: What the Congressional Naming Commission Can Teach About our Past, Present, and Future

“What a timely and inspiring history. The word ‘hero’ is bandied about so often that it begins to lack real meaning. How fortunate that Seidule and Williams have helped restore full value to the real actions that define heroism, sacrifice, virtue, and honor.” —Ken Burns, award-winning documentarian and filmmaker

Tuesday-Beginner/Intermediate
Wednesday-Intermediate/Advanced

Ballet returns to the Dance Department this Fall. Classical Ballet technique in traditional ballet class structure. No pointe shoes, please. PE credit is available for attendance at 8 classes. Previous dance experience in any form is recommended. 

Davis Family Library, Upper Level Display Cases

The students in JAPN 290 (“Reading the Tale of Genji” in English”) and Prof. Otilia Milutin (Japanese Studies) are cordially inviting you and your students to view their exhibit, “Living with Genji: The World’s First Novel in 21st Century Japan.” The exhibit features a selection of objects, artwork, movies, and manga inspired by the 11th century classic The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu.  Our exhibit aims to showcase a few selected items that speak both of the tale’s enduring legacy in traditional Japanese arts, and, equally important, of its contemporary reiterations, be they manga and movies adaptations or commercial, consumer-oriented products such as mascots, stationary, fabrics, and other everyday objects.  Through our exhibit, we hope to demonstrate how a millennium old classic lives and thrives today in contemporary Japan. 

Wrap up a very long winter with warm drinks, bright conversation, and a celebration of all things Anthropology at our spring AnthroCafe. Bring your ideas, questions, and news to share. Anthro-curious friends are always welcome!

-The Anthropology Department

A rich taste of African culture
through powerful, vigorous,
high-energy movement

Let the beat of the drum move
your body. Participants will
learn songs, rhythms, dances,
and culture as we embark
on a journey of dances
from the African diaspora.

Class is accompanied by live
musicians to help participants
understand the communication
between the music and the
dance.