The BVU School of Liberal Arts cordially invites you to join us for our 2023-24 academic programming.
VERSION OF BVU'S SCHOOL OF LIBERAL
ARTS 2023-24 EVENT PROGRAMMING
ALL OF THESE EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
For more information email HamptonP@bvu.edu.
OCT. 13-14, 2023
Dr. Brian LenzmeierNOV. 28, 2023 APRIL 18, 2024
MAY 4, 2024
As summer ends, I am looking forward to our students returning to campus and the beginning of the academic year. This year’s programming includes a series of diverse cultural events which we hope you will attend. Our programming is made possible by a gift from John and Ann Collier. These events are free and open to you and your family and friends. We welcome all of you back to the BVU campus!
Thank you,
Brian A. Lenzmeier, Ph.D. President
In the Midst of the Holocaust, there was Goodness
Irene Sendler, "Angel of the Warsaw Ghetto"
Sept. 26, 2023 | 7 p.m.
Anderson Auditorium
In the Midst of the Holocaust, there was Goodness
Irene Sendler, "Angel of the Warsaw Ghetto"
Actress and scholar Judy
Sept. 26, 2023 | 7 p.m.
humanitarian work and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. She is recognized as one of the "Righteous Among the Nations" at Yad Vashem, Israel.
humanitarian work and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. She is recognized as one of the "Righteous Among the Nations" at Yad Vashem, Israel.
Winnick portrays extraordinary women from WWII History.
Anderson Auditorium
During this performance, Winnick will portray Irena Sendler, a Polish Catholic social worker who was a member of the Polish underground and rescued 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto. Irena Sendler received many awards for her
Actress and scholar Judy
In the Midst of the Holocaust, there was Goodness
Irene Sendler, "Angel of the Warsaw Ghetto"
Winnick portrays extraordinary women from WWII History. During this performance, Winnick will portray Irena Sendler, a Polish Catholic social worker who was a member of the Polish underground and rescued 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto. Irena Sendler received many awards for her
Sept. 26, 2023 | 7 p.m.
Anderson Auditorium
Actress and scholar Judy
Winnick portrays extraordinary
humanitarian work and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. She is recognized as one of the "Righteous Among the Nations" at Yad Vashem, Israel.
Oct. 17, 2023 | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Multipurpose Room
Join us on October 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., as we learn about Native American culture. Henry Quick Bear Sr., Native Spiritual Leader, will discuss his background and his role within the Native American community. Leon Leader Charge, a Native American Treatment Specialist, will present his research on expanding culturally-appropriate, evidencebased best practices regarding substance abuse, suicide prevention, healing from trauma, and the betterment of all tribal nations and communities. Registration is required for this free event.
Artwork Created by Native Youth Standing Strong
Nov. 6, 2023 | 7 p.m. Anderson Auditorium
Tova Friedman is one of the youngest Holocaust survivors of the Auschwitz concentration camp and one of only five Jewish children who survived the Holocaust from the Polish town of Tomashov. After reuniting with her parents, Friedman moved to the United States where she would serve as executive director of Jewish Family Service. Today, Friedman is active on the social media platform TikTok with her grandson Aron Goodman and shares her story with audiences across the country.
“One of the consequences of free will is that humans can choose to follow a dark path.”
“One of the consequences of free will is that humans can choose to follow a dark path”
Roomful of Teeth
Roomful of Teeth
Roomful of Teeth, a Grammywinning vocal band creates and performs meaningful and adventurous music through experimentation and exploration. Many of their musical projects focus on stories of place, home,
and community in diverse environments. The group continues to expand the boundaries of the human voice. Join us for a great performance! This concert is made possible by the Doris Grau Estate gift.
Nov. 12, 2023 | 3 p.m. Schaller Chapel
Dec. 10, 2023 | 3 p.m.
Schaller Chapel
Come join us for an afternoon of seasonal music performed by BVU choirs and bands.
Feb. 4, 2024 | 3 p.m. Schaller Chapel
The Justice Choir Songbook is a powerful new collection of songs for the issues of our time. The BVU Concert Choir and Vista Chamber Singers will lead group singing of selections from the Justice Choir Songbook. There will also be performances of additional choral music with the aim of inspiring conversations about how we can best support one another in our communities and beyond. Please join us for this community sing.
Feb. 13, 2024 | 6:30 p.m.
Clay S. Jenkinson is one of the nation’s leading interpreters of Thomas Jefferson and other historical figures. Jenkinson has performed before Supreme Court justices, presidents, and countless public, corporate, and student audiences. He has dedicated the better part of his life to researching the historical characters that he portrays and to bringing back and defining the “living theatre” of Chautauqua, which also emphasizes education with audience participation.
Chautauqua-style presentation of Thomas Jefferson
Anderson Auditorium
March 21, 2024 | 3 p.m. Anderson Auditorium 2023
BVU will welcome four alumnae, one representing each academic school - Business, Education, Science, and Liberal Arts- to present their success stories in their respective fields. Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of the 2024 invitees!
Alex
April 12, 2024 | 7 p.m. BVU Art Gallery
Alex Maher, Product Design Manager and Senior Character Artist at Disney Creative Design at Walt Disney World, will spend two weeks working with students in the BVU Art Gallery. In addition to the open studio, BVU will host a gallery exhibit and reception with Maher that will showcase his work with character design.
Directed by Chris Phalen and Kyle Norris
April 14, 2024 | 3 p.m.
Schaller Chapel
Come join us for an afternoon of music performed by BVU choirs and bands.
Come celebrate with us at the completion and installation of BVU’s first mosaic mural designed and created by the Zacatlan Mosaic Mural Artisans in collaboration with BVU students.
Watch for details on this week-long interactive experience and celebration.
The glass tile mosaic was designed and created for Witter Gallery by the Zacatlan Mosaic Mural Artisans, September 2022.
Judy Winnick
Irena Sendler
Sept. 26 at 7 p.m.
Native American Culture and Evidence-Based Practices
Educational Workshop
Oct. 17 at 8 a.m.
Tova Friedman
Holocaust Survivor
Nov. 6 at 7 p.m.
Roomful of Teeth
Acapella Group
Nov. 12 at 3 p.m.
Holiday Choir and Band Concert
Schaller Chapel
Dec. 10 at 3 p.m.
Justice Choir Songbook
Community Sing
Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Clay S. Jenkinson
Thomas Jefferson
Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Speakers in Anderson
March 21 at 3 p.m.
Artist in Residence
Alex Maher - Senior Character Artist
April 12 at 7 p.m.
Spring Choir and Band Concert
Schaller Chapel
April 14 at 3 p.m.