Celebrate 30 years of literary inspiration with the Writer's Symposium by the Sea, featuring powerful conversations with Mitch Albom, Jesmyn Ward, and Sandra Cisneros. These acclaimed authors share stories behind their celebrated works, reflect on the craft of writing, and explore the role of literature in shaping identity, resilience, and connection in today's world.
Explore the evolutionary roots of one of humanity's most powerful emotions in this CARTA series on the origin of love. Experts examine how love evolved, how it compares to similar behaviors in other species, and why it's essential to human development, relationships, and well-being--offering fascinating insights into the biology and complexity of emotional connection.
Filmmakers Daphne Di Cinto and Medhin Paolos joins UCSB’s Stephanie Malia Hom to explore the history and lived experiences of Black African communities in Italy. Their discussion centers on two short films: Il Moro by Di Cinto and Asmarina by Paolos, each providing meaningful insights into Black identity, belonging, and resilience within Italian...
In a time when hate speech and misinformation spread easily, it’s more important than ever to have honest conversations about antisemitism, history, and the role of higher education. In this powerful discussion, John A. Perez, Regent Emeritus of the University of California, sits down with Robert Williams, Ph.D., CEO of the USC Shoah...