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Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz: Commitment to New Orleans
Posted December 17th, 2007 by NMC
Words and Music, Crafts and Costumes, Ritual and... Radio: The Power of Old Media in New Orleans
Posted November 7th, 2007 by NMC
In a conference devoted to the wide and dazzling array of new media in relationship to intimate community life in New Orleans and elsewhere, much of what may be extended in the classroom, broadcast or global networks comes from original human forms of expression. The implications of which are: pre-modern forms of artistic communication still speak to us, old modern forms like radio offer time-tested models of extending oral tradition and traditional aesthetics, and new media at their best often aim to recreate and create anew community experiences that we may feel are lost when the market-drivenrush to new technology values form and efficiency over content.
Keynote Presenters
Posted November 3rd, 2007 by Nancy ReevesOpening Plenary Keynote
Words and Music, Crafts and Costumes, Ritual and... Radio: The Power of Old Media in New Orleans
Nick Spitzer, American Routes
In a conference devoted to the wide and dazzling array of new media in relationship to intimatec community life in New Orleans and elsewhere, much of what may be extended in the classroom, broadcast or global networks comes from original human forms of expression. The implications of which are: pre-modern forms of artistic communication still speak to us, old modern forms like radio offer time-tested models of extending oral tradition and traditional aesthetics, and new media at their best often aim to recreate and create anew community experiences that we may feel are lost when the market-driven rush to new technology values form and efficiency over content.
Registration
Posted October 16th, 2007 by Nancy ReevesRegistration
Registration is now open for 2007 New Orleans Regional Conference at Tulane!
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Once you are logged into your NMC web account... Conference ProgramPosted September 2nd, 2007 by Nancy ReevesNew Orleans Regional NMC Conference at TulaneNMC Regional Conferences are a one-of-a-kind event, each very much a reflection of the host institution. In fall 2007, the NMC will be in New Orleans for a very special regional event to be held on the campus of Tulane University and hosted by Technology Services. Conference ThemeThe theme of the NMC’s series of regional conferences has traditionally been “New Challenges … New Ideas” and in past years that has always been interpreted as the challenges we face with new media — its applications and uses, helping campuses stay innovative — and the regional conferences have always showcased best practices in response to these challenges. SponsorshipPosted September 2nd, 2007 by Nancy Reeves2007 NMC Regional ConferenceThe 2007 NMC Regional Conference was held on November 7 - 9 at Tulane University in New Orleands, Lousiana. The following sponsorship opportunities were available for special recognition. Wednesday Night Reception (Sponsored by Tulane University) Thursday Luncheon with Keynote Presentation ($2,500) Call for ProposalsPosted September 2nd, 2007 by NMCCall for ProposalsProposals for presentations were solicited beginning the first week of September through September 30 for the New Orleans Regional Conference to be held November 7 - 9, at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. NMC Regional Conferences are one-of-a-kind gatherings, each very much a reflection of the host institution. Participants were invited to take part in one that promises to be truly exceptional, as the NMC comes to New Orleans for a very special regional event to be held on the campus of Tulane University. 
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