Why Arts Matter Research Speaker Series: The Many Dimensions of War

A conversation exploring the many dimensions of war and conflict through historical, political, social, and critical perspectives.
About this Event

Join us for the next "Why Arts Matter" research speaker series hosted by the College of Arts in partnership with the International Institute for Critical Studies and Improvisation (IICSI), exploring the intersection of disciplines to address individual experience, social life, and culture. This series highlights the importance of the arts in shaping our understanding of the world.

This panel explores how critical perspectives can deepen and challenge the ways we study and understand war and conflict. Featuring Dr. Alex Souchen, Dr. Jasmin Hristov, and Dr. Ian Spears, the discussion moves beyond battles and military strategy to consider the environmental and material legacies of warfare, political and state violence, power and paramilitarism, civil war, and conflict resolution. Together, the panelists will explore how different perspectives can challenge conventional narratives and broaden our understanding of the causes, consequences, and enduring legacies of war.

This series will be video recorded for later distribution. Following the panel, audience members can engage in a Q&A session. This series will be video recorded for later distribution. Audience members will not be on camera, however will be asked to sign a release for their voice to be included in the recording if they choose to ask a question.