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Beyond "Want": The Storytelling of Awe and Wonder, Transformation and Desire
Arts , Theatre
A conversation with award-winning playwright Benjamin Benne. We’re often taught that Drama is characters with objectives in conflict with each other. But what are other sites of Drama that we can utilize in our writing? Inspired by the writings of bell hooks, Gloria Anzaldúa, Maria Irene Fornes, Sarah Ruhl, among others, let’s explore some alternatives to objective, tactic, and want. We’ll als...
5/28/2026
6:00pm
Contemporary Arts...
CinEcon: Beyond the Smoke Screen
Arts, Economics, Theatre, Discussion, Debate
The CinEcon Event is an interdisciplinary experience that uses the satirical film Thank You for Smoking as a primary case study to challenge students to move beyond traditional profit-driven logic and grapple with the moral complexities of corporate persuasion, lobbying, and industry leadership. The event’s primary significance lies in its exploration of spin and the ethical weight of business...
5/29/2026
10:00am
McCormick Screeni...