Abstract Vatican II@50 is a series of programs recognizing the worldwide impact of the Second Vatican Council, convened 50 years ago in 1962 by the enormously influential Pope John XXIII. Among the great legacies of Vatican II are increased tolerance of other religious traditions, a celebration of people’s growing awareness of human dignity, and a renewed perspective on sacred music and art. The Rothko Chapel, John and Dominique de Menil’s gift to Houston, now recognized as an international spiritual...

Abstract American Fascists: The Christian Right and the War on America Chris Hedges Monday, September 25, 2006 at 7:30 PM Due to the overwhelming response for this event, Mr. Hedges will repeat his lecture at 8:45 pm tonight. A reception will be held from 7:45 pm to 9:15 pm. Renowned war correspondent and author, Chris Hedges, will speak on the topic of his upcoming book American Fascists: The Christian Right and the War on America on September 25, 2006 at 7:30 pm at The Rothko...

Abstract Brian Jones with Hany Khalil, moderated by Juliet Stipeche Suggested donation $10 Public education in the United States is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by privatization and high-stakes testing. There is considerable concern that these reforms may deepen educational inequalities, including racial inequalities, narrow the scope of teaching and learning, and diminish resources for the neediest students, such art and physical education. Houston Independent School...

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Abstract Discussion Rev. Dorothy Budd and Chris Scott, moderated by Liliana Segura Sponsored by the ACLU of Texas Suggested donation $10In a state with one of the highest incarceration rates in the world, what impact does this type of institutional violence have on our society? With imprisonment disproportionally affecting minorities, are we creating a new type of slavery? Does incarceration accomplish rehabilitation, or is it simply another means for a prison industrial complex to...

Abstract Vimeo Livestream, 6pm CDT 2021 Annual MLK Birthday Celebration The Radical King and the Quest to Change America Free event with suggested contributions $5-20Today, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is celebrated for his 'dream' of a just America, but by the end of his career King was calling for a "radical reconstruction" of the United States. What compelled the transformation of King's ideas and what do they tell us about our society today? For the 2021 Annual MLK Birthday...

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Presented by Bill Goodman. Co-Sponsored by Fotofest 2006.

Abstract In working together on two challenging documentaries, South of the Border and The Untold History of the United States series for Showtime, filmmaker Oliver Stone engaged with author and filmmaker Tariq Ali in a probing, hard-hitting conversation on the forces that shape history and how that history gets told. The book On History chronicles their dialogue and brings to light a number of forgotten episodes of American history. Tariq Ali will share provocative insights from the book and his...

Abstract Offsite Program: "Toxic Tour" of Houston with t.e.j.a.s. 9:15am - Meet at 1415 Sul Ross (Chapel Annex) for light breakfast and to board the bus 10am-2pm - Tour (bring your own lunch) Ticketed event, $20 fee to offset transportation costs. Space is limited. Juan Parras and Yvette Arellano of Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services (t.e.j.a.s.) led a tour addressing toxic sites in and around the greater Houston community. t.e.j.a.s. originated the toxic tour...

Abstract Offsite Program: Toxic Tour of Houston with t.e.j.a.s. 9:15am - Meet at 1415 Sul Ross (Chapel Annex) for light breakfast and to board the bus 10am-2pm - Tour (bring your own lunch) Ticketed event, $20 fee to offset transportation costs. Space is limited.Juan Parras and Yvette Arellano of Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services (t.e.j.a.s.) led a tour addressing toxic sites in and around the greater Houston community. t.e.j.a.s. originated the toxic tour over 20...