APRIL 2024 | SOKA UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA
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Nobel Insights: Individuals, Not Prizes, Forge Path to Peace
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The Nobel Seminars, part of an ongoing partnership between SUA and the Nobel Institute, featured back-to-back events on March 29 and 30, including a fascinating discussion between Dr. Asle Toje, deputy leader of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, and Dr. Andrea Bartoli, SUA Board of Trustees member and president of the Sant'Egidio Foundation for Peace and Dialogue, on the power of the individual to create peace. Read
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SUA Board of Trustees Chair Stephen Dunham Announced as 2024 Commencement Speaker
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SUA Board Chair Stephen Dunham, instrumental in the university's foundation, will deliver the keynote address at SUA's 2024 commencement ceremony, drawing from his experiences during a distinguished career in law and academia. Read
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To Others as to Ourselves: Dr. Isabel Nuñez Shares a Vision of Higher Education Amidst Crisis
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Dr. Isabel Nuñez, professor of educational studies and dean of the School of Education at Purdue University Fort Wayne, encouraged students to embody wisdom, courage, and compassion while navigating society's turbulent waters. Read
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"The power of words is the power that leads people to happiness. The power of the voice is the power that leads to victory. The power of dialogue is the power that leads to peace."
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— Daisaku Ikeda, Message to the 2007 SUA Commencement Ceremony
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Ideas to Action: Symposium on Tackling the Housing Crisis
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The 2024 Social and Behavioral Sciences Symposium shed light on innovative approaches to address the housing crisis, bridging research and activism for impactful change, and encouraging a redefinition of perceptions and holistic solutions. Read
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From Earth to Infinity: SUA's Luis and Linda Nieves Observatory Pioneers New Frontiers in Education and Research
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The Luis and Linda Nieves Observatory, which breaks down barriers by offering a global platform for astronomical exploration, recently expanded its possibilities for collaboration and connection. Read
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Saturday, May 4 | 2:30-9 PM
Live Music on 3 Stages | Food Beer & Wine Trucks | Family Activities
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We're thrilled to invite you to our annual spring celebration, now named the Soka Peace Festival, to better embody our university's mission. This year's event, free and open to all, promises an eclectic mix of musical talents including the Grammy-winning rock band Ozomatli, the insightful hip hop of G Yamazawa, the infectious jazz of the Michael Wolff Quartet, performances by our talented student clubs, and much more. Alongside the beats, enjoy family-friendly activities and savor tasty treats. Let's gather to celebrate our university's anniversary, embrace our community spirit, and share in a day of joy and peace. Don't miss out on this festive highlight of spring!
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*$10 festival parking per car. Food & drink extra.
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Video: Exploring Global Citizenship Education
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Listen to participants at the inaugural Soka Institute for Global Solutions PreK-12 Global Citizenship Education Conference share how they apply global citizenship education in their workplaces. Watch
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Photos: Bridging Cultures During Alternative Spring Break
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During an evening of community building and cultural exchange, students held a college information event in collaboration with the Tiyya Foundation geared toward refugee families and their children in Southern California during SUA's annual Alternative Spring Break. View
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