Dr. Tyrus Miller - March 8, 2024 - Saddleback College Emeritus Institute - Lowry Lecture Series

Title: Exploring the Avant-Garde with Dr. Tyrus Miller 🎨📚
Description:
Join us for an intellectually stimulating session with Dr. Tyrus Miller, Dean of the School of Humanities at the University of California, Irvine, as part of the Dorothy Marie Lowry Distinguished Guest Lecture Series. Dr. Miller, a renowned interdisciplinary scholar and leader in the humanities, delves into the fascinating world of the Avant-Garde, exploring its influence on art, literature, and society.
What You’ll Learn:
The origins and development of the Avant-Garde movement.
How Avant-Garde artists challenged conventional norms and reshaped modern aesthetics.
Connections between the Avant-Garde and broader cultural, social, and political contexts.
Insights into the relevance of Avant-Garde ideas in today’s world.
About the Speaker: Dr. Miller brings over two decades of expertise in the humanities, combining scholarship, teaching, and leadership. His career spans a variety of academic roles, including undergraduate liberal education, graduate studies, and institutional management. A proud alumnus of UCI, he is passionate about fostering intellectual curiosity and cultural engagement.
Key Highlights:
Discussions on iconic figures and works that defined the Avant-Garde.
The interdisciplinary nature of Avant-Garde art and its impact on diverse creative fields.
Reflections on the movement’s enduring legacy and its capacity to inspire innovation.
Be Inspired: Whether you're an art lover, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about how the Avant-Garde reshaped the cultural landscape, this lecture offers profound insights into one of the most transformative movements in modern history.