From Empire to Wall: Dye, Silence, and the Layers of Visual Culture in the City This talk examines how Lisbon's colonial past is negotiated through contemporary mural art. Focusing on murals across the city, it asks who is represented, who remains absent, and which aspects of colonial history are made visible—or left unrepresented—on Lisbon's walls. At the same time, it …
Events at UCFPoissant will read from his latest fiction.
Events at UCFThe Politics of the Image: Documenting "Civilised Savagery" in Portuguese Africa (1900s–1920s) The growing internationalisation of African affairs from the late nineteenth century onwards was accompanied by an intensification of critical scrutiny of European colonial rule, both within Africa and beyond. "Civilised savagery" came under increasing examination, and the production, circulation, and strategic use of photographic images played a central …
Events at UCFHow Words Shape People and Connect Worlds: A Journey through Language, Culture, and Research This presentation explores how language can shape cultural understanding, identity, and connections between people and communities. Drawing on Dr. Alla Kourova's research, teaching, creative activities, and recent publications, How Words Shape People: Understanding Business Russian through Proverbs and Connecting Worlds: A Comprehensive Guide for New Immigrant …
Events at UCF