Events

    JFK Jr. Forum | Leveling the Playing Field: Sports and Racial Equality in the United States

    Location: 

    Institute of Politics at Harvard Kennedy School—Online

    In the United States, sports and patriotism go hand in hand. For decades, expressions of national pride have been common at sporting events — starting with national anthem renditions in 1918 and including military flyovers since 2001. Once considered a 'politically neutral' space, the sports industry is now a contested stage for American patriotism and dissent — as well as power struggles between white owners and managers, and the vast majority of players, who are of color. How are players and journalists using this stage to advance racial equity in the U.S. today?

    On March 19...

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    Meandering Meditation: An Introduction to Mindfulness in Nature

    Location: 

    Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Boston

    Nature has the power to evoke calm and beauty when we can step out of our hectic lives. This immersive experience in the Arnold Arboretum will invite participants to meander through the arboretum, stopping for several guided mindfulness practices to deepen their connection with the natural world. This will be a guided experience with some periods of silence. No experience with mindfulness or meditation necessary.

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    Meandering Meditation: An Introduction to Mindfulness in Nature

    Location: 

    Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Boston

    This immersive experience in the Arnold Arboretum is an opportunity to step out of our hectic lives. Participants will be invited to meander through the Arboretum, with occasional stops for guided mindfulness practices to deepen their connection with the natural world. No experience with mindfulness or meditation necessary.

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    An additional workshop is available on...

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    Youth Day/Title IX Celebration & Clinic: Harvard Women's Lacrosse vs. Penn

    Location: 

    Jordan Field, 65 North Harvard St., Allston

    Join Harvard Women's Lacrosse for Youth Day as the team takes on Penn. Admission for children 12 and under for Youth Day is FREE and adult tickets are only $5! Stay after the game for a Title IX Celebration Clinic where all children ages 12 and under are welcome to attend and learn the basics of Lacrosse from members of the Harvard Women’s Lacrosse team and coaches. Attendees will also receive a commemorative tote bag and a Title IX 50th Anniversary magnet!

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    Title IX Celebration & Clinic: Harvard Women's Fencing NCAA Regionals

    Location: 

    Gordon Indoor Track, 69 N. Harvard St., Allston

    Join Harvard Women’s Fencing for a Title IX Celebration Clinic where all children ages 12 and under are welcome to attend and learn the basics of Fencing from members of the Harvard Women’s Fencing team and coaches. Admission to the event is free and attendees will also receive a commemorative tote bag and a Title IX 50th Anniversary magnet!

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