Arts, Architecture and Humanities

In a new book, John Schwaller, an adjunct researcher in Latin American studies and history at the University of Kansas, examines both European and Nahuatl works to reveal the complex narrative of Spanish contact with the New World and the ensuing conflict, negotiation and cooperation.

Opening Feb. 18 at the Spencer Museum of Art, “Bold Women” explores how women have pushed the boundaries of art and spurred social and cultural change across generations and geographies. The exhibition showcases more than 75 works of art by nearly 50 artists in a variety of mediums including photography, video, installations, textiles, paintings and sculpture.

As Poppy DeltaDawn, KU assistant professor of visual art, sees it, “RATIO: Digital Weaving to Change the World” is her first take on a more cross-disciplinary approach to the possibilities and implications of the digital hand-loom.

A festival of films made by Kevin Willmott during his days at the University of Kansas will pay tribute to the professor emeritus of film & media studies.

A University of Kansas researcher sketches the lives of "Five Remarkable Women" who founded America’s first homegrown literary, philosophical movement before being overshadowed by the male writers they inspired.