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SUMMARY:Exploring US@250
DESCRIPTION:Please join the William L. Clements Library and U.S.@250 for a student panel and reception\, hosted in the historic Avenir Foundation Reading Room. Student curators will discuss their experiences in creating a public-facing exhibit documenting various ways that people have celebrated the Fourth of July throughout history. From navigating the complexities of memorializing national holidays to the logistics of creating an exhibit\, the students and Dr. Scott Larson will consider the opportunities that the 250th anniversary of the Revolution provides for projects like this one.\n \nAfter the panel\, a reception will be hosted in the beautiful and historic Avenir Foundation Reading Room. The current exhibit\, Revolutionary Paine\, will be available for viewing.
URL:https://clements.umich.edu/event/exploring-us250/
LOCATION:William L. Clements Library\, 909 South University Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Discussion,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Rethinking Patriotism: Forging a New Civic Identity
DESCRIPTION:What does patriotism mean in today’s America? Join Eric Liu\, founder of Citizen University\, for an evening of reflection and dialogue on the evolving meaning of patriotism and civic responsibility. The program will feature a keynote address by Liu\, followed by a panel discussion on public service\, democracy\, and national identity. Throughout the evening\, a musical performance inspired by the national anthem will offer moments of reflection and underscore the evening’s exploration of shared values and civic identity. The panel will include Jenna Bednar\, Professor of Political Science and Public Policy and Eric Veal\, Jr.\, President of the Central Student Government. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Register Now!
URL:https://clements.umich.edu/event/rethinking-patriotism/
LOCATION:Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies Amphitheater Fourth Floor\, 915 E Washington St\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48109\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Discussion,Special Event
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