Anthropology - News and Events
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Student Research Conference
Students in several Anthropology courses presented at the Student Reseach Conference, including a number of our graduating seniors who have been participating in a Capstone research course, conducting qualitative research in the Houston Area. Their findings were presented at a special panel of the Student Research Council.
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The Anguish of the Journey: Central American Migration through Mexico
Dr. Christine Kovic hosted Fr. Heyman Vasquez in a bilingual presentation about the trials Central Americans face as they flee poverty and attempt the dangerous journey through Mexico into the United States. After years of helping migrants in a piecemeal fashion, Fr. Vasquez opened the House of Mercy in 2004. Which has since taken in thousand s of migrants and operates as a safe haven where migrants find shelter, food, and medical attention.
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 Light of Femininity
Women’s Studies Month Event.
Choreographer/performer Kristina Koutsoudas and master percussionist/qanun player Erin Foster-Ghanem performed an intimate recital of rarely seen Near Eastern, Central Asian, and Turkish dance and music selections adapted from "Nour-an-Nisa: Light of Femininity,“ the beautiful and innovative program that debuted at the Rothko Chapel in December 2011.
With blending of Classical Turkish/Turkic, Sephardic and Sufi musical traditions, this performance combined dance, music, and poetry to pay tribute to women’s spirituality and creativity.
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 ‘Romani Communities in Contemporary Europe and the Balkans’
Two talks by Dr. Nidhi Trehan
In the first talk, Dr. Trehan introduced the history and culture of the diverse Romani communities in Europe, with an emphasis on the Balkans. She discussed core themes from her book with Dr. Sigona of Oxford University ‘Romani Politics in Contemporary Europe’ examining the confluence of neo-liberalism, rising poverty and growing violence against Romani citizens (www.romanipolitics.com).
This talk also featured a short film on the oldest Romani settlement in Istanbul, ‘The Last Days of Sulukule’.
The second talk addressed issues relevant to Romani women in Europe and the Balkans, the development of Romani women’s activism and NGOs and their impact on Romani communities and society at large. This talk featured the film, ‘Faces of Change’, by Hungarian Romani filmmaker Katalin Barsony, (www.mundiromani.com).
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 An Evening With Radmilla Cody
Traditional Navajo recording artist, awarded “one of NPR’s 50 great voices,” Indie Award Winner and multiple Native American Award Nominee. A survivor of domestic violence, she speaks from her personal experiences to advocate strongly against the epidemic of violence.
Sponsored by the Anthropology and the Arts programs and by IISS and is supported by the Houston Endowment for the Arts.
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 “Dreamer” -- Meet the Filmmaker Jesse Salmeron
Indie filmmaker Jesse Salmeron discussed the process of taking a film from the spark of an idea, through fundraising and into production, and the Dream Act, the cause which inspires him.
Dr. Christine Kovic and DREAMer activists discused the DREAM Act and its importance to all of us. The event was co-sponsored by IISS.
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 Gender's a Drag (view PDF)
In conjunction with the Women's Studies program, the anthropology department hosted the Gendermyn in a fabulous exploration of what it means to perform gender. |
 Olivewood Cemetary
As part of UHCL’s fall day of service, we worked on restoring this neglected cemetery. Olivewood is located in the First Ward area near I-10 and Studemont. It was established around 1875, ten years after Emancipation was brought to Texas. Many at rest there are former slaves, Buffalo Soldiers, War Veterans, Masons, laborers who helped to build early Houston. |
 Institute for Interfaith Dialogue (PDF)
The Anthropology Program has developed a lively relationship with the Institute for Interfaith Dialogue. As well as providing generous underwrting of scholarships and Anthropology Program events, the Institute provides numerous opportunties to dialogue as global citizens. |
 Turquoise Center (PDF)
In November, Dr. Kovic brought a group of students to the Turquoise Center. Students shared refreshments and conversation with their hosts and returned to campus with an enthusiasm for interfaith dialogue.
"Hi Everyone,
I visited the Raindrop Turkish House last Friday. I did not know what to expect heading there, but it was so much more than I anticipated. It was a wonderful experience..." (Find out more about how students reacted to the visit by clicking the title).
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Annual Events
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 Dia de los Muertos (PDF)
Every year students from Anthropology courses contribute to UHCL celebration of Dia de los Muertos by creating Ofrendas and decorating booths to celebrate the lives and causes important to them and to show the common humanity in the act of remembrance in different cultures around the world — sponsored by IISS. |
 Model Arab League
Every year 10 students from UHCL attend the Bilateral Model Arab League
Model Arab League (MAL) is an organization that resembles Model U.N. in many ways. Every year universities get together, represent different countries, and try to pass resolutions that convey their chosen country's interests. The mission and purpose of this organization is to bring students together to learn about the Middle East and North Africa, its peoples, and its culture. The Model is an excellent opportunity to develop leadership and teamwork skills and to explore the world diplomacy. Knowledge of other cultures is critical in our new global world and Model Arab League provides a way to learn about one of the most important areas of the world.
To find out how you can participate in the MAL, write to uhcl.mal@gmail.com
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 Each Veteran's Day (PDF)
In honor of the men and women who have served in the armed forces, the Anthropology Department holds an event to recognize the service of those whose sacrifices may be overlooked on this day. Pictures from 2010. |
 The Anthropology Program celebrates American Indian Heritage
In honor of American Indian Heritage Month, the anthropology program hosts a number of events including guest lectures and films.
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 Bridging Cultures Film and Speaker Series, fall 2010 (PDF)
This well-received film series, combines students, members of the faculty and community members from NASA and the Clear Lake area in a speaker led film discussion. |
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