“Marc Augé coined the term non-lieux [non-places] to describe specific kinds of spaces, chiefly architectural and technological, designed to be passed through or consumed rather than appropriated, and retaining little or no trace of our engagement with them. These spaces, principally associated with transit and communication, are for Augé the defining characteristics of the contemporary period he calls ‘supermodernity,’ the product and agent of a contemporary crisis in social relations and consequently in the construction of individual identities through such relations.”

5.1.13

Week 13--- 4/1


As a class, we will witness the following event. Please meet at the doors of the Commons Auditorium, April 1st at 6:15 pm to be counted in roll call.

Participants in the “Living Museum” will dress in period costumes and take on the role of an historic figure or event. The portrayals are powerful! You will see Dr. Marie-Thérèse Champagne as she becomes Christine de Pizan, a 14thcentury professional writer; Ben Stubs as Ernest Hemingway, and Tricia Hartley as Harriet Tubman along with a cast of characters.
We have also enticed Nielah Black-Spears, an internally known singer and dancer, to sing a medley of songs used during the underground movement. In addition, Dr. Drucilla Thomas from Pensacola State College will sing a medley of Fannie Crosby songs - Tonya Jackson will portray Ms. Crosby. There is so much more! You’ll see Mr. Jonathan Means as J.R. Tolkien, Sara Luczyk as the Wounded Soldier, Paris Lovette as Wilma Rudolph and Thomas Martin as Paul Robeson. Ryan Martini will share his powerful story in his self-portrayal of “A Different Face of Poverty.”
This annual Common Ground end of the year Big Event is a departure from anything you have ever seen! Please join us as we create a platform for continuing the exploration of stereotypes, myths, and misperceptions in the Commons Auditorium, April 1st at 6:30 pm.

In addition to this event, you will receive Readings  (#5) and a Worksheet via Email. Please use the week to complete the worksheet and bring the Hardcopy to next weeks class.

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