February 9, 2021 / 11:48am / jessicahammie@smilepolitely.com The University Y s Friday Forum series this semester is The Digital Mis(Shaping) of the World and features a pretty rad line-up of speakers. All lectures are at noon on Fridays, and are free and open to the public. This semester s lectures will be on Zoom and Facebook Live. You may also request a sign language interpreter, or catch the forum on the radio through WEFT. Details are below.
University Y’s Spring 2021 Friday Forum Presents The Digital Mis(Shaping) of the World The Spring 2021 Friday Forum series “The Digital Mis(Shaping) of the World” at the University YMCA will highlight how technology is not only shaping but also misshaping our world. In the midst of an unprecedented pandemic, many of us are using technology more than ever before. The world of technology opens many doors for global connection, but does it also come with consequences? With growing digital interaction
It s no secret that performing and visual artists have been hard hit this year. But for artists living in the Champaign area, there is a bright spot on the horizon. The City of Urbana is currently accepting applications (which due on January 13th) for the 2021 grant cycle where a total of $90,000 in support will be available. And some of that could be yours. I reached out to Urbana Arts & Culture Program Coordinator Rachel Lauren Storm to learn the secret formula for a successful arts grant application and she responded with a veritable treasure map. And a fervent call: Apply, Dear Reader. Your creative work is worthy.