The Office for the Arts and the Cutlture and Civil Society Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School presents Deborah F. Rutter, Former President of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. and Vice Provost for the Arts, Duke University

October 9 at 12pm
Agassiz House, Horner Room, 5 James St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Moderated by:

• Teresa He, student at the Harvard Kennedy School

• Jen Hughes, Loeb Fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Design

• Jillian Impastato, student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education

• Henry Pahlow, student at Harvard College

How do the arts and culture shape democracy and foster healthy communities? Where do creative expression and civic engagement intersect in today’s complex social and political moment? The Culture in Action: Building Democracy Through the Arts series invites undergraduates and graduate students alike to an intimate, interactive conversation exploring the vital role of the arts in healthy communities, cultural citizenship, and public life.

Featuring Deborah F. Rutter, the discussion will examine the intersection of culture and policy in this polarized political moment. A dynamic, informal conversation, guided by a student or faculty moderator, will unfold, with space for student questions and discussion.

This is an interactive event centered on student voices. All students are encouraged to RSVP and submit a question in advance. You’ll gain insight into career paths at the intersection of the arts and public service and have the opportunity to engage directly. To RSVP, please express interest below by Tuesday October 7. If you are selected via lottery, organizers will notify you by Wednesday October 8.

Seating is limited. Lunch will be provided. 

Kindly RSVP and let us know via email if your plans change. For questions, contact ofa@fas.harvard.edu