Inauguration Events

Event Description

“What if….”: Practicing the Liberal Arts showcases the exquisite work of Hamilton’s faculty and students engaged in collaborative research through the proposition “What if….”

“What if... Hamilton’s goal of active citizenship meant engaging with urgent problems in the local community?,” presented by Frank Anechiarico, the Maynard-Knox Professor of Government and Law and Levitt Center Director, with Cathy Carlson ’26 and Isonah (Iso) Dlodlo ’27.

 

“What if… we could create the personalities of our AI assistants?, “presented by Anna Huff, Assistant Professor of Digital Arts, and Kate Bondarenko ’25.

 

“What if... we could harness the power of genetics?, ”presented by Natalie Nannas, Associate Professor of Biology, and Marissa Duffy ’25.

 

“What if... pharmacies were places of wonder?,” presented by Mackenzie Cooley, Associate Professor of History, and Caitlin Blanksteen ’27.

 

“What if... Dolly Parton’s song ”Jolene” was reworked by Black women?,” presented by Lydia Hamessley, the John and Anne Fischer Professor in Fine Arts, and Brigit Cook ’27.

 

Join us as we explore innovative ideas and discoveries that enable us to push our imaginations and the boundaries of our knowledge!

 

Whether you’re curious about the social contract, digital arts and technology, history, science, or music, this session will encourage everyone to ponder big questions that require us to discover answers that encourage our community. Come for ideas; stay for inspiration!