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Schemel Forum Course - An Introduction to Islamic Art and Culture

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Thursday, 27 October, 2016

Schemel Forum Evening Course

An Introduction to Islamic Art and Culture

This introductory art history course presents art produced by Muslims from the 7th through
the 21st century. Illustrated lectures will cover the following topics: The birth of Islamic
art; cultural dialogue between East and West; fruits (art) of political division and invasion;
the effects of colonialism on the Islamic built environment and cultural psyche; and the
challenge of defining identity in Islamic art of the 21st century.

Josephine Dunn, PhD. Professor of Art History, The University of Scranton

Thursdays, October 13, 20 and 27, November 3, 10 and 17
6:00pm - 7:15pm; Weinberg Memorial Library, Room 305

Fees: $60 pp / $100 per couple, Free to Schemel Forum Members and The University of Scranton Staff, Faculty and Students.

RSVP requested to emily.brees@scranton.edu or online.

Contact:

Emily Brees

Phone: 570-941-6206
Website: Click to Visit

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Weinberg Memorial Library, Room 305

300 Monroe Avenue
 Scranton, PA 18510