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December 4, 2025

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Religious studies associate professor Joseph Blankholm, November 2025

A $1.5 million grant advances UCSB leadership in the study of modern spirituality

Professor Joseph Blankholm will lead a three-year exploration of how spirituality is evolving outside traditional religious institutions, and how modern forms of spirituality shape ethics, community and meaning in everyday life.

 

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Transdisciplinary composer, violinist and conductor Deniz Çağlarcan

Electroacoustic composer Deniz Çağlarcan wins prestigious residency

Known for his media-blending esoteric artwork, the transdisciplinary composer has won the PRIX CIME 2025 International Electroacoustic Music Competition.

 

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Vladimir Hamed-Troyansky, December 2024

A feat of multilingual research, Hamed-Troyansky’s “Empire of Refugees” wins eight book prizes

The professor’s book traces the migration of Muslim refugees from Russia to the Middle East and the Balkans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

 

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▤ Featured Events

Art from ¡David Avalos, Presente!

¡David Avalos, Presente!

Friday, December 5

The Art, Design & Architecture Museum hosts a celebration of the late artist’s legacy and his impact on the Chicano Art Movement in California. 

UCSB Gospel Choir performs onstage

UCSB Gospel Choir

Friday, December 5

Victor Bell directs a concert of traditional and contemporary gospel music that spreads joy and inspiration through soulful melodies.

Molly Tuttle holds a guitar

Arts & Lectures presents Molly Tuttle

Sunday, December 7

A master of flatpicking guitar and a dynamic singer and songwriter, Tuttle brings a Northern California perspective to the Americana scene.

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