91±¬ÁÏ Events Archive

More than a meal: Exploring the diverse ways that fish contribute to society

Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2021

6:30 p.m.

Livestream

Fish are valued economically and socially but how else have fish contributed to human societies? Dr. Julian Olden discusses other ways that fish have contributed to society.

Critical Issues in Contemporary Art Practice

Friday, Mar. 5, 2021

Noon

Livestream

The general public is invited to join degree-seeking individuals studying fine art in order to share ideas and raise questions about contemporary art.

4th Annual Plein Research Symposium

Thursday, Mar. 4, 2021

9 a.m.

Livestream

The Plein Research Symposium explores advancements in research topics related to Geriatric Pharmacy and celebrates 91±¬ÁÏ’s legacy as a leader in outreach & research for healthy aging.

Global Perspectives on Restorative Justice & Race: Conversation with Fania Davis

Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021

5:30 p.m.

Livestream

In this extraordinary moment of unrest and uncertainty, join us for a conversation with civil-rights activist Fania Davis as she makes the case for the importance of global engagement in the non-western world. This special discussion, moderated by Dr. Anu Taranath, will examine how restorative justice, equity and indigeneity can offer a path forward in healing and unifying our nation.

A Conversation with Ta-Nehisi Coates

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Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021

6 p.m.

Livestream

An evening with New York Times #1 bestselling author, Ta-Nehisi Coates. Moderated by Ralina Joseph.

Patty Hayes – The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Impacts of Systemic Racism

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021

6:30 p.m.

Livestream

COVID-19 has shone a spotlight on how racism impacts the health and well-being of Black, Indigenous and People of Color across our county and country. While Public Health’s mission is to improve the health all members of our community, institutional racism has meant that BIPOC communities are significantly and disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 despite public health efforts. Patty Hayes, Director of Public Health — Seattle & King County, discusses the impact of the pandemic on BIPOC communities and what systemic changes need to be made now to avoid long-lasting impact.

Meklit Hadero – How Music Connects Us: Belonging, Wellbeing, and Sonic Lineage

Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021

6:30 p.m.

Livestream

In this talk, Meklit Hadero explores how music knits people and communities together with personal history, behavioral psychology/neuroscience research, and post-COVID-19 landscapes.

Sexually Speaking: An Evening with Dr. Ruth

Monday, Feb. 1, 2021

6:30 p.m.

Livestream

Join the Office of Public Lectures for an evening with behavioral therapist, sexpert and Alzheimer’s caregiving authority, Dr. Ruth Westheimer. Moderated by Dr. Pepper Schwartz.

Coexisting with COVID-19: …No Really, Are We THERE Yet???

Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021

6:30 p.m.

Livestream

In this episode, we’ll catch up with some of 91±¬ÁÏ’s top experts who will update us on relevant medical advances and discoveries that may help us discover there is, in fact, a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Featuring Dr. Helen Chu and Dr. Vinay Gupta; moderated by Hanson Hosein.

Next Generation Medicine presents: Making Sense of the COVID-19 Vaccine

Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021

6 p.m.

Livestream

The development of a vaccine to fight against SARS-CoV-2 is exciting news, but few of us understand what this means, beyond understanding it’s a possible barrier against COVID-19. Dr. Deborah Fuller, vaccinologist and professor of microbiology at the 91±¬ÁÏ will discuss the answers to these questions and more.