Comparative Studies
Jacqueline H. Fewkes, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College of Florida Atlantic University. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and has conducted research in many different parts of the world, including India, Indonesia, the Maldives, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Professor Fewkes has written several articles on topics as diverse as visual ethnography, transnational economic histories, development and Islam. She is the author of the books “Locating Maldivian Women’s Mosques in Global Discourses” (2019) and “Trade and Contemporary Society along the Silk Road: An Ethno-history of Ladakh” (2008), as well as editor of “Anthropological Perspectives on the Religious Uses of Mobile Apps” (2019), and co-author of “Our Voices, Are You Listening? Children’s Committees for Village Development” (2001). Professor Fewkes has also co-directed/produced two video works: “Progressive Pesantren: Challenging the Madrasa Myth in Java” and “The Culture of Here: Preserving Local History in a Local Museum.”
Lunafest® VIP Event
LUNAFEST® is a distinctive touring film festival that honors the
talents and stories of women everywhere through a series of short
films. This 90-minute program of films is shown in more than 200
venues throughout the U.S. and Canada. Proceeds from
LUNAFEST® fund FAU scholarships for female students on the
Jupiter campus.
Established in 2000, LUNAFEST® has raised more than $6 million,
while raising hope and awareness for women everywhere. The
LUNAFEST® films range from animation to fictional drama and
cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image,
relationships, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. The films
are selected by a board of advisors comprised of notable
filmmakers and industry leaders. This season’s program of seven
selected films will compel discussion, make you laugh, tug at your
heartstrings and motivate you to make a difference in your
community. Incredibly diverse in style and content, LUNAFEST®
films are united by a common thread of exceptional storytelling.
• Two links will be sent to participants via email the morning of the
event. The Vimeo link to watch the films and the Zoom link to
participate in the virtual watch party at 4 p.m.
• Discussion starts at 6 p.m. via Live Zoom Class with Dr. Fewkes.
This is a Live Zoom Class and will also be available for OLLI
Video On Demand.
Register Early! There is a $5 charge for registering on the day of a one-time lecture or event.
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| Place: | Virtual, Lifelong Learning Complex, Jupiter Campus |
| Dates: | Thursday, March 4 2021 |
| Time: | 6 - 7 PM |
| Fee: | $40 / member; $40 / non-member |
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Register Now
Lunafest® VIP Event
LUNAFEST® is a distinctive touring film festival that honors the
talents and stories of women everywhere through a series of short
films. This 90-minute program of films is shown in more than 200
venues throughout the U.S. and Canada. Proceeds from
LUNAFEST® fund FAU scholarships for female students on the
Jupiter campus.
Established in 2000, LUNAFEST® has raised more than $6 million,
while raising hope and awareness for women everywhere. The
LUNAFEST® films range from animation to fictional drama and
cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image,
relationships, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. The films
are selected by a board of advisors comprised of notable
filmmakers and industry leaders. This season’s program of seven
selected films will compel discussion, make you laugh, tug at your
heartstrings and motivate you to make a difference in your
community. Incredibly diverse in style and content, LUNAFEST®
films are united by a common thread of exceptional storytelling.
• Two links will be sent to participants via email the morning of the
event. The Vimeo link to watch the films and the Zoom link to
participate in the virtual watch party at 4 p.m.
• Discussion starts at 6 p.m. via Live Zoom Class with Dr. Fewkes.
This is a Live Zoom Class and will also be available for OLLI
Video On Demand.
Register Early! There is a $5 charge for registering on the day of a one-time lecture or event.
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| Course # WSN1 — One Time Event
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| Place: | Virtual, Lifelong Learning Complex, Jupiter Campus |
| Dates: | Wednesday, March 3 2021 |
| Time: | 6 - 7 PM |
| Fee: | $40 / member; $40 / non-member |
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Register Now
