March 2020

A plaque for Dame Rebecca West

March 3, 2020
Dame Rebecca West

A plaque honouring an eminent 20th century writer is to be unveiled at the author’s childhood home and IASH’s current premises. The memorial is a tribute to the acclaimed novelist, literary critic and journalist Dame Rebecca West. The plaque is one of six commemorating prominent women to be announced by Historic Environment Scotland to coincide with Women’s History Month in March. The body is responsible for administering the commemorative plaques scheme in Scotland, with nominations accepted from members of the public and an independent panel responsible for the final list.

A Second Chance - Film screening + Q&A with Rex Bloomstein

Event date: 
Friday 27 March 2020 to Saturday 28 March 2020
Time: 
18:00

A Second Chance - Film screening + Q&A with Rex Bloomstein

 

The Criminology Reading Group is hosting a special screening of the film "A Second Chance" followed by a Q&A session with the film maker Rex Bloomstein.

27th March 18.00 - 20.30

Usha Kasera Lecture Theatre, Old College

 

The event is FREE AND OPEN TO ALL, however booking a free ticket is recommended.

Monica Pearl research seminar - A Thousand Kindred Spirits

Event date: 
Thursday 19 March 2020 to Friday 20 March 2020
Time: 
17:00

Thursday 19 March at 5pm in R2B Hunter building theatre (Lauriston Place, Edinburgh College of Art). 

 

Monica Pearl (University of Manchester) will reflect on her experience as a member of ACT UP/New York as well as on her research on AIDS literature and representation that emerged out of the HIV/AIDS crisis, offering guidance and incitement for further activism and direct action. Monica is a highly engaging public speaker and we are so pleased to welcome her in Edinburgh! There will be a q&a afterwards, and all are welcome.