I believe the role of universities is to educate students with a holistic understanding of our world, and a critical eye questioning the status quo. When it comes to AI and ethics, that means acknowledging difficult and frequently terrifying realities.
The combination of Pielok’s expert violin with Falcone’s self-taught accordion and vocals brings energy full of both whimsy and depth. Falcone’s voice, joyful accordion and classic Italian hand gestures bring the party, while Pielok’s violin is soulful and at times heart-wrenching. Falcone said La Tosca has “a mission to keep alive the life stories of the protagonists of these timeless melodies.”
On our walk back from the cemetery, I noticed a small, lovely market. We hadn't eaten much that day (pain au raisin and café au lait for me) so we stopped to see what looked good. The weather was fine that day, and we had a free late afternoon, so I suggested we buy some bread, cheese, vegetables, olives, and wine, and have a picnic!
I've been doing substantial writing & media relations work recently at the Kehrein Center for the Arts. I'm glad to share two recent pieces: Africa Out West Embodies Diasporic West African Traditions in Feast of Drum & Dance & a press release: Grand Unveiling of Mural "Everybody's Welcome" Honored Black Artists and Austin Community. I …
Writing articles & press releases for international clients has been a great education. Check out my work for Toronto-based home healthcare company Qualicare Home Care & my coverage inaugural conference for global event leaders here: ELX Annual Congress.
Sophie Vodvarka Chicago-Based Freelance Writer 