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San Diego Poetry Annual and San Diego Public Library present the 9th annual Steve Kowit Poetry Prize, given to deserving poets anywhere in honor of celebrated local poet Steve Kowit, a former teacher at San Diego State University and Southwestern College. Winners and Honorable Mentions are invited to read at the annual awards reception. The program honors late local poet Steve Kowit’s contributions to American poetry. The program will feature readings by the top three 2024 Steve Kowit Poetry Prize honorees and special appearances by all three existing San Diego Poet Laureates Paola Capó-García, Jason Magabo Prez, Ron Salisbury, and California Beat Poet Laureate Chris Vannoy.Winning and Honorable Mention poems are published in the San Diego Poetry Annual. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/copy-2025-kowit-awards-and-san-diego-poetry-celebration-388380San Diego Poetry Annual on Instagram and Facebook

After her dreams of becoming a doctor were denied, one California woman is working to make the profession more accessible to those with disabilities.

NPR spoke with two international students about their decision to continue speaking out despite the government's aggressive effort to deport pro-Palestinian activists.

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey argues President Trump's funding cuts to Harvard University and other universities are detrimental to the economy.

MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra (MCCSO) and the Music Teachers’ Association of California (MTAC) Young Artists Showcase IIThe MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra would like to invite you to join us for an eventful evening of music making featuring the incredibly talented young artist winners of the MTAC of San Diego’s concerto competition. We will have multiple soloists joining the orchestra for an amazing display of poise and virtuosity. To complete the celebration, the MCCSO will perform P. I. Tchaikovsky's Overture to "Romeo and Juliette." We look forward to sharing a wonderful weekend of music with you!Directed by Branden MuresanVisit: https://miracostatheatre.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?SeriesID=43MiraCosta College on Facebook / Instagram

Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University doctoral student, was ordered released by a federal judge in Vermont in the latest setback for the Trump administration's effort to deport noncitizen activists it accuses of antisemitism.

Trump's comments on social media marked the latest volley in a battle between the administration and the wealthiest college in the world.

Whether you're fascinated by physics, architecture, or infrastructure, join us to uncover the science and engineering behind building bridges that last.About the Speaker: Prior to coming to UC San Diego, Palermo was a professor in structural Engineering at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand, which he joined in 2009. He started his career as a Faculty in 2005 as Assistant Professor (tenured) at Politecnico di Milano, Department of Structural Engineering. Palermo has three patents, over 400 publications in international journals and conference proceedings. Palermo is a member of several associations and is a Fellow of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE), Engineering New Zealand, the New Zealand Society of Earthquake Engineering (NZSEE). He served as President of the Concrete NZ Learned Society in 2021-2022 and New Zealand Head Delegate of the fib (Federation International du Beton) 2015-2023. Palermo is a passionate teacher and received several awards at the University of Canterbury. In 2021 Palermo was awarded as the “Most Influential International Accelerated Bridge Construction Person of the Year Outside U.S.” in Academia at the 2021 Accelerated Bridge Construction Conference in Miami. Learn More: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/sv-hold-34227Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Central Javanese wayang kulit is a form of shadow puppet theater that brings ancient stories to life through intricately carved leather puppets, vibrant live gamelan music, and the masterful storytelling of the dalang (puppet master). A tradition that dates back centuries and portrays the epic stories of Ramayana and Mahabharata, wayang kulit blends mythology, philosophy, and humor into an immersive performance that captivates audiences of all ages. Rarely experienced outside of Indonesia, this is a truly immersive performance you won’t want to miss! On Monday, May 5, 2025, we are honored to welcome Bapak Midiyanto (UC Berkeley) and his son, Hanggoro Murti (Java, Indonesia), alongside the SDSU Javanese Gamelan Ensemble for two special showings—one at 6 p.m. and another at 7:30 p.m.Visit: https://music.sdsu.edu/calendar#event-details/c95bdd0d-618e-4691-96c1-7c06b4722de8San Diego State University on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego State University (SDSU) Musical Theatre program proudly presents "RENT," running from May 2–8, 2025, on the university’s main stage. This highly anticipated spring musical will be directed by acclaimed theatre artist Courtney Corey, a 2020 Tony Award nominee for Excellence in Theatre Education.Written by Jonathan Larson, "RENT" revolutionized musical theatre with its powerful rock score and poignant storytelling. SDSU’s production promises to capture the raw energy and emotional depth of this beloved classic, offering audiences an unforgettable theatrical experience.