Crime as Political Capital: Comparing the Use of Crime as a Tool for Political Gain in the United States and the Philippines
Monday, May 15
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring Christopher Magno, Ph.D.
Through a ten-year study of crime as political capital in Asia and the United States, Dr. Magno's research has identified four types of politicians that use crime as political capital: 1) Crime warrior Politicians; 2) Political criminals; 3) Criminal Politicians, and 4) the Fascist Criminal. In this lecture, he will discuss the various meanings of crime as political capital. He will also explore how distinctive social conditions construct the four types of politicians that use crime as political capital.
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State St., Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Monday, May 15 at 7:00 p.m.
- Admission: $10/person or $15 with a guest
Reimagining Farming in Northwest PA
Tuesday, May 16
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Corry Higher Education Council
Featuring Julie Zajac, MPH
The pandemic exposed the vulnerability of our nation's food system, with supply chain issues continuing to cause high prices at the grocery store. The pandemic also served as the basis for a major increase in people seeking rural experiences and a return to self-reliance.
This session will examine the current state of farming and agriculture in the Erie, Warren, and Crawford County area, and share the opportunity for reimagining farming through a community and business support system. Additionally, we will revisit the historical significance of the Corry – Columbus area through the lens of agriculture.
Important to Note:
- Location: Corry Higher Education Council -- 221 N. Center St., Corry, PA 16407
- Date/Time: Tuesday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE (SOLD OUT)
"Americans and Their Games" – Sports in American History. Part III: The Tales of Gender and Women's Rights
Thursday, May 18
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring JES Scholar-in-Residence, Andrew Roth, Ph.D.
Almost hiding in plain sight, sports are as important to American culture and history as our political system, our churches, and the media.
Sports – "the games Americans play" – are, perhaps to the surprise of some, one of American society's great engines of social progress. In this chapter of his "Americans and Their Games," Jefferson Society Scholar-in-Residence Andrew Roth explores the powerful role sports played in women's quest for equality. From Catharine Beecher and "bloomer girls" challenging the 19th century's "The Cult of True Womanhood" to Susan B. Anthony championing bicycling as an expression of female freedom to Hellen Wills Moody and "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias to "A League of Their Own" to Title IX and the rise of women's sports at all levels of American society, learn how sports redefined the meaning of "true womanhood" in American culture. While hardly a level playing field, sport is the great social leveler providing opportunity for all. In pursuit of victory, sports in American society became one of the prime engines in The American Tapestry Project's story of the ever-expanding definition of the "We" in "We the People."
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State St., Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m.
- Admission: $10/person or $15 with a guest
Creating Engaged and Energized Public Spaces in Downtown Erie
Friday, May 19
12 - 1:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring Emily Fetcko, B.S. and Dave Tamulonis, B.S.
Learn about the importance of public space in a post-pandemic world and how we can reimagine public space for a new generation of residents, visitors, and businesses. We'll discuss how public space impacts both economic vibrancy and quality of life. And we'll explore ways public spaces in downtown are being considered for transformation.
*Please note: the lecture is free, but we ask you to register 24 hours before the event if you are purchasing a lunch. There will not be extras available for purchase at the lecture. You are welcome to bring your own lunch as well. Thank you for understanding!
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State Street, Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Friday, May 19 at Noon
- Admission: FREE, optional $5 lunch (must pre-register 24 hours in advance)
