THE URBAN/RURAL DIVIDE: AN OPEN DISCUSSION OF THE CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF THE “TWO CULTURES”

In a thought-provoking discussion on the Urban/Rural Divide in the U.S., participants will explore the complex dynamics shaping disparate communities. From contrasting economic opportunities to divergent political perspectives, we will discuss the impact on social cohesion and policy priorities. We will grapple with the challenge of fostering understanding and collaboration between urban and rural populations, recognizing the need for nuanced solutions that bridge the divide.

Blues Vespers' Spring season at Kilworth Chapel continues as we welcome Polly O'Keary and the Rhythm Method to campus!

Blues Vespers is a Tacoma tradition for 25 years, and has held 8-9 events at Kilworth Chapel since 2019.  This is a public campus/community event hosted by University Chaplain Dave Wright and the founder of Blues Vespers, Pastor Dave Brown.  The series offers traditional Blues (and sometimes Bluegrass, Jazz, Americana, and more) by local artists paired with a little bit of poetry and a brief reflection by Dave or Dave.

Do the Right Thing is a 1989 American comedy-drama film produced, written and directed by Spike Lee. It stars Lee, Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson, Giancarlo Esposito, Bill Nunn, John Turturro and Samuel L. Jackson and is the feature film debut of Martin Lawrence and Rosie Perez.

Aaron Kominos-Smith has appeared on Comedy Central’s Inside Amy Schumer, Live at Gotham on the Oculus NextVR Network, MTV, and American Movie Classics. Audiences connect instantly with Aaron’s charming wit and energetic characters. His humor varies from observational thoughts on the mundane to articulated commentary about society sprinkled with a few dashes of wackiness. Simultaneously performing comedy and studying architecture in college, Aaron went on to work as a professional architect.

Join the Studio Art seniors to celebrate the opening of their exhibition of thesis work. Light refreshments will be served.

Hear about what people in different fields of science, math, and relating fields are researching. Please join us for refreshments at 3:45 p.m. Presentations begin at 4 p.m.

Talk Title: "Data-Driven Art: Generating Form from Information"

Speaker: Mare Hirsch, Assistant Professor of Art and Art History, University of Puget Sound

Hear about what people in different fields of science, math, and relating fields are researching. Please join us for refreshments at 3:45p.m. Presentations begin at 4p.m.

Talk Title: "Patient Centeredness: Context, Communication, and Challenges"

Speaker: Kerri-Anne Mitchell, Assistant Professor of Public Health,

Austin College

Hear about what people in different fields of science, math, and relating fields are researching. Please join us for refreshments at 3:45p.m. Presentations begin at 4p.m.

Talk Title: "Colloid geochemistry to emerging containments; exploring the environment one particle at a time"

Speaker: Manuel Montano, Associate Professor of Environmental Science,

Western Washington University

Join the South Sound Chapter of Surfrider Foundation for Seabirds in Human-Dominated Landscapes. We are pleased to announce that Peter Hodum will be our guest speaker. Peter is the Professor of Biology and Director of Environmental Policy & Decision Making at University of Puget Sound.

President Isiaah Crawford invites alumni and parents to join him for Loggers Keep Learning in Minneapolis.

This event is a great opportunity to connect and network with the Logger community and hear campus updates. You'll also get to be a lifelong learner by engaging in a presentation from Peter Hodum, Biology Professor and Director of the Environmental Policy & Decision Making Program.

Topic: Cities as Biodiversity Havens: Exploring Urban Contributions to Regional Conservation