Cultural, Education, Entertainment, Events, Family, Health, Local, News, Youth UCSB — The Current — ‘Determined to Learn’ and more news by Community Contributor • October 6, 2022 • Comments Off on UCSB — The Current — ‘Determined to Learn’ and more news View this email online October 6, 2022 Top News Determined to Learn Esteemed scholar and historian Daina Ramey Berry joins the campus as the new dean of humanities and fine arts. Read more about her background and scholarship ? McNair Scholars Get Big Investment The research mentoring program for first-gen, low-income and under-represented students has been awarded a five-year grant. Read more about the funding and the scholars ? Solidarity and Celebration Arts & Lectures presents Ukraine Fest before welcoming Kyiv-based musical group DakhaBrakha. Read more about the unique event ? More News Featured Events Diversity in Cannes October 6, 2022 A screening of films directed by Black women is followed by a conversation with Yolonda Brinkley, founder of the Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase, filmmaker Wendy Eley Jackson and moderator Mireille Miller-Young. Corwin Chair Concert Series: Trevor Wishart October 7, 2022 A performance of the composer’s piece, “The Garden of Earthly Delights,” is preceded by a virtual talk about the program. SW!NG OUT October 8, 2022 Acclaimed choreographer Caleb Teicher brings the best of swing dance to Santa Barbara, accompanied by live music from Eyal Vilner’s 10-piece Big Band. More Events Arts | Science + Technology | Society + Culture | Campus + Community | Athletics | Calendar Connect with Us: Copyright © 2022 The Regents of the University of California. All Rights Reserved.
