The Art of Politics: Voting Basics & Creative Approaches to Civic Engagement

A Critical Conversations Event

Are you ready to deepen your understanding of U.S. politics and explore the intersection of art and civic engagement? Join us for an enlightening event designed to demystify the political process and inspire your imagination with Jan Dutkiewicz – Assistant Professor, Social Science & Cultural Studies and Alex Strada – Civic Engagement Fellow, Fine Arts. 

Event Highlights:

Inspiring Civic Art: Experience a thought-provoking presentation by Alex Strada – Civic Engagement Fellow, Fine Arts on her innovative project, “Proposal for a 28th Amendment: Is It Possible to Amend an Unequal System?” Discover how art can be a powerful tool for civic engagement and political imagination, and see firsthand how creative expression can influence change.

Understanding U.S. Politics: Next up is an engaging discussion led by our knowledgeable speaker, Jan Dutkiewicz – Assistant Professor, Social Science & Cultural Studies. Dive into the essentials of U.S. politics, including local and federal voting processes. Learn how to find reliable information about candidates and legislation to make informed decisions at the polls.

Application: The program will end with an introduction to NYPIRG, followed by a Q&A, an opportunity for attendees to participate in voter registration. 

Join us for an afternoon that blends political education with artistic inspiration. This event is perfect for anyone looking to become more informed about the political system and explore the ways art can shape our civic life.
We look forward to your participation and to shaping a more informed and engaged community together!

RSVP: Register for the program on Engage. Walk-ins welcome!

This event is part of Critical Conversations: creating space for and educating one another about our multiple cultural contexts, activism, civil discourse, and academic engagement.