Symposium and Film on Dalit Issues in Nepal
Speakers: Dr. Drona Rasali and Mr. Moti Lal Nepali In the caste-based social structure of Nepal, at least one-seventh of the population, so-called “Dalits”, have experienced discrimination, marginalization, and oppression for centuries. At this event, Dr. Drona Rasali, an active member of the Nepal Cultural Society of BC, gave an overview lecture about the history and […]
Artist’s Talk on Contemporary Tibetan Art
This talk on Contemporary Tibetan art with Tenzing Rigdol was hosted in the Frederic Lasserre Building and was well-attended. Renowned contemporary Tibetan artist, Tenzing Rigdol, discussed the practice and method behind his avant-garde artwork. In the talk, he addressed the importance of the placement of elements and medium, linking Degas’ ballerinas to the form and […]