The leadership role of The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture is changing. Longtime Executive Director Larry Allums is retiring after 23 years. Taking over the helm of the 40-year-old nonprofit educational organization will be Dr. Seemee Ali, who will be its “first-ever president.” In accepting this new role, Seemee told the Institute’s Board of Directors and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture To Transition To New Leadership
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Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize To Be Presented To Zena Hitz Virtually
The Dallas Institute Of Humanities and Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize in the Humanities will be virtually presented to St. Johns College Professor Zena Hitz on Wednesday, November 11. In addition to the award, Zena will receive a cash award of $50,000. According to Institute Executive Director Dr. Larry Allums, "Zena Hitz exemplifies the kind of work, all too rare these … [Read more...] about Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 16th Annual Hiett Prize To Be Presented To Zena Hitz Virtually
Civil Right Attorney/Journalist Alia Malek To Receive The 2016 Hiett Prize For Her Reporting On The Tragedy Engulfing Syria
Syrian-American civil rights attorney and journalist Alia Malek is coming to Dallas and it ain’t for the shopping. She will be the recipient of the Hiett Prize in Humanities presented annually by The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture. Held on Wednesday, November 9, at the Ritz-Carlton Dallas, the luncheon has achieve a reputation for being “one of the nation’s … [Read more...] about Civil Right Attorney/Journalist Alia Malek To Receive The 2016 Hiett Prize For Her Reporting On The Tragedy Engulfing Syria
JUST IN: The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Receives $1M Gift From The Edward W. Rose III Family Fund
While many are still adjusting to the death of Rusty Rose, his family is taking steps to see his wishes fulfilled. Today it was announced that the Edward W. Rose III Family fund at The Dallas Foundation has gifted $1M to The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture. The bequest “is designated for the already existing Endowment Fund supporting the Sue Rose Summer Institute … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Receives $1M Gift From The Edward W. Rose III Family Fund
Scott Samuelson To Receive 11th Annual Hiett Award Of $50,000 From The Dallas Institute Of Culture And Humanities
While Iowa has received a lot of attention due to political goings on, The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture has found another reason to spotlight the state. It’s Scott Samuelson. Since 2000, he’s been teaching at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He’s also a write and journalist, who has “devoted his career to guiding students of all kinds — from … [Read more...] about Scott Samuelson To Receive 11th Annual Hiett Award Of $50,000 From The Dallas Institute Of Culture And Humanities
Initial Plans And Developments For 2016 Dallas Festival Of Ideas Revealed
Remember back in February when Dallas was frozen and events were in meltdown mode? To say the frozen tundra was a frown maker is an understatement. For the first Dallas Festival of Ideas, they soldiered on and managed to still have speakers, entertainers and guests get together with the mission to help "shape the city of the future by igniting, uniting and energizing the people … [Read more...] about Initial Plans And Developments For 2016 Dallas Festival Of Ideas Revealed
MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Hiett Prize In The Humanities
According to The Hiett Prize in the Humanities Luncheon Co-Chair Ann Drumm, “One of the nation’s most sought-after humanities honors is also one of Dallas’ best-kept secrets. The Hiett Prize in the Humanities, unlike lifetime achievement awards, encourages rising stars in the humanities with one of the largest cash prizes of its kind. Join the Dallas Institute of … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: The Hiett Prize In The Humanities
CHANGE OF PLANS: The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Changes Start Times
Remember yesterday how the organizers of The Dallas Festival of Ideas were committed to have it happening despite the weather. Well, they still are...only they've adjusted the schedule due to Mother Nature's cold shoulder and the well being of all participants. Here's the word that just arrived: "Tonight’s Opening Night Signature Event for The Dallas Festival of Ideas … [Read more...] about CHANGE OF PLANS: The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Changes Start Times
Weather Or Not, The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Is A Definite “Go”
Snow? No snow? Ice? No ice? Mother Nature is keeping everyone on their tip toes. TV newsrooms have been slap-happy with all this weather angst taking place during their sweeps that ended Wednesday. But the weather worries haven’t ended. There are “possibilities” of more wintry weather for the next few days. So that means kite flying fundraisers and sand sculpting … [Read more...] about Weather Or Not, The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Is A Definite “Go”
World Premiere of “The 67th Book Of The Bible” To Highlight The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 2015 MLK Symposium
Forget the normal, everyday symposium. The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture always manages to put a unique spin on such a humdrum affair. Well, they’re really done it for The 2015 MLK Symposium. On Monday, January 17 19, the symposium will take place at the Dallas City Performance Hall. But in addition to a panel discussion about the accomplishments of Dr. … [Read more...] about World Premiere of “The 67th Book Of The Bible” To Highlight The Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture’s 2015 MLK Symposium
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Understanding Tragedy: The Impact Of The JFK Assassination On Dallas. A Symposium For The City
According to Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture Co-Chair David Griffin, “As Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture, I want to recommend a program on Saturday, November 2, 2013, that the Institute is producing. It is sure to be thought provoking and a sell-out. “Entitled 'Understanding Tragedy: The Impact of the JFK … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Understanding Tragedy: The Impact Of The JFK Assassination On Dallas. A Symposium For The City