Senior University March Class Sneak Preview

By Christine Hall

You must RSVP with Jana Wennstrom to attend these classes.  jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6219

Wednesday, March 5, March 12, March 19, & March 26

Language, Identity, and Society
This series of lectures introduces the field of sociolinguistics by examining the intersections of language, identity, and society in both a US and international context. Language is influenced by and conveys information about one’s gender, race/ethnicity, class, and geographic location, among other social identities. Participants will learn about key topics in sociolinguistics with a focus on language and privilege as well as societal attitudes towards language and language change.

March 5: Language identity and mapping
March 12: Code switching and bilingualism
March 19: Language movements / language and education
March 26: Language inclusivity

10:00 am, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Friday, March 7, March 14, & March 28

Discover Drums! Learning Percussion and Drum Circle
Join us to experience what music making can be like as part of a real drum circle! No prior experience is needed, and all instruments and materials are provided by the Tacoma Youth Symphony Association. Through these classes, you’ll learn the basics of playing percussion instruments, try out instruments such as a djembe, frame drum, talking drum, and more! Grow your drum skills in this fun and engaging environment.

10:00 am, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Tuesday, March 11 & March 18

In the Footsteps of The Red Violin
Besides the human voice, the violin and its cousins may be the most ubiquitous musical instrument on earth. It’s the instrument of both kings and paupers from the time of the Italian Renaissance to the present day. In these two lectures by Dr. Svend Rønning we’ll explore the classical music cannon and world music by sailing with the itinerant violin around the world.

11:00 am, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Friday, March 21

Mathematical Beauty in Art
We will discuss dimensionality, symmetry, and group theory in the mathematical underpinnings of artistry across centuries, cultures, and continents.

2:00 pm, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room