College of Humanities and Fine Arts
Weekly Newsletter for September 4 - September 10, 2023
Magic Silver Show, Juror Talk by artist Frances Jakubek
The Department of Art & Design will present The Magic Silver Show: The Elena Diane Curris Juried Photography Exhibition, on view in the Clara M. Eagle Main Gallery from September 13 through October 17, 2023. The exhibition showcases 80 photographic works by 74 different regional, national, and international artists including both black-and-white and color photography, experimental and nontraditional light sensitive processes, digital media, film and video.
The Magic Silver Show events will include a juror talk by artist Frances Jakubek, taking place on September 13 at 5 p.m. in room 623 of the Clara M. Eagle Gallery. This will be followed by an opening dessert reception.
"Sexism? Or Just Skepticism?: Stories from Nobel Scientists"
ADVANCE and the Department of Political Science and Sociology are pleased to present Dr. Alexandra Hendley's seminar "Sexism? Or Just Skepticism?: Stories from Nobel Scientists" at 4pm on Thursday September 14th, 2023 in Faculty Hall 208.
Skepticism, or detached scrutiny of claims, is expected to be applied universally in science. Yet, research suggests that women scientists are more likely than men to have their expertise doubted. Examining speeches given by Nobel scientists, this talk addresses variation in men's and women's stories of skepticism.
Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Hendley is Associate Professor of Sociology at Murray State University. She studies gender inequalities in the workplace, and her published work has appeared in outlets such as Sociological Focus, Advances in Gender Research, and Cultural Sociology.
Did you know that last year the college supported six teaching and research circles? These interdisciplinary circles advanced the excellent teaching and research in the college. If you are interested in applying for a 2023-2024 circle, you can find more information in the awards & grants section in the CHFA Dashboard.
2022-23 Teaching Circles:
Developing the American Studies Minor
Dr. Rebecca Rosen (co-chair), Dr. Ray Horton (co-chair), Dr. Brian Clardy, Dr. Kevin Elliott, and Dr. Olga Koulisis
Diversity in the World Religions Curriculum
Dr. Matthew Robertson (chair), Dr. Brian Clardy, and Dr. David Pizzo
Incorporating Indigenous/Native Content Across Disciplines
Dr. Josh Adair (chair), Dr. Mike Morgan, and Dr. Michelle Panchuk
Methodologies in Practice: Interdisciplinary Collaboration to Enhance Teaching Activities
Dr. Brittany Wood (chair), Professor Cintia Segovia Figueroa, Dr. Tonya Romero-Gonzalez, Dr. Amanda Joyce, and Dr. Diane Nititham
Watergate at 50: Understanding the Strengths and Limitations on Presidential Power
Dr. Brian Clardy (chair), Dr. Paul Foot, Dr. Olga Koulisis, Dr. David Pizzo, and Dr. Melony Shemberger
2022-23 Interdisciplinary Research Circles:
Interdisciplinary Writing Support Group
Dr. Esther Malm (chair), Dr. Shimikqua Ellis, Dr. Olga Koulisis, and Dr. Megan St. Peters
Interested in Making a Cameo Appearance?
The Humanities Program seeks faculty volunteers to participate in a panel presentation on topics related to the Medusa myth during Women’s History Month, March 2024. (date and time TBD).
This year’s common read text is Natalie Haynes’ Stone Blind (2023), a contemporary reimagining of the Medusa myth. This panel, ideally, will feature multiple disciplinary perspectives on any aspect of the Medusa myth, feminism, and women’s history. We welcome presentation ideas from any discipline. Presentations need not examine the Medusa myth specifically or directly, but should connect to its thematic elements. Interested? Please complete this form no later than October 15, 2023. Questions? Please contact Dr. Josh Adair, Humanities Coordinator (jadair1@murraystate.edu).
RCA Newsletter
Published on a monthly basis, the Research & Creative Activity (RCA) newsletter highlights accomplishments of CHFA faculty. The first issue of the academic year will include accomplishments published or occurring between May 1 - August 30, 2023. Find more information and submit your accomplishments here. The submission deadline is Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
Teaching & Research Circles
Research and Creative Activity Grants
The CHFA Research and Creative Activity Grants are awarded on a competitive basis for the purpose of supporting significant scholarly, creative, or enrichment projects. Details and applications can be found on the CHFA Dashboard. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, September 22, 2023.
