How-To Session: Indigo — The Ancient Dye that Crosses Curricular and Co-curricular Boundaries
About the Presenter(s)
Yvonne Sun, Associate Professor, Biology Suki Kwon, Professor & Graul Chair in Arts and Languages, Art & Design
Location
Kennedy Union Room 207
Start Date
3-1-2024 1:20 PM
End Date
3-1-2024 2:10 PM
Abstract/Description
Indigo is an ancient dye with a rich historical and social significance. From the cultivation and commerce of indigo plant, the extraction and preparation of the dye, to the incredibly diverse range of textile and medicinal applications, indigo comes with endless stories. In this forum "how-to" workshop, Professor Suki Kwon (Art and Design) and Dr. Yvonne Sun (Biology) will briefly introduce the indigo dye and facilitate an interactive workshop for participants to imagine incorporating indigo into their design of lessons or student activities. Collectively, we will create a comprehensive learning experience to intentionally connect lessons inside and outside the classrooms. Through participant contributions, we will showcase how indigo crosses curricular and co-curricular activities to educate the whole student.
Goals for Attendees
Theme: Rediscovering and redefining the meaning of a holistic education in the Marianist spirit as we continue to bridge divides and cross boundaries for the common good Attendees will gain an introductory knowledge on the indigo dye and its wide range of stories and applications. Attendees will participate in active discussion and creation of how indigo can be incorporated into their own teaching and student development activities.
How-To Session: Indigo — The Ancient Dye that Crosses Curricular and Co-curricular Boundaries
Kennedy Union Room 207
Indigo is an ancient dye with a rich historical and social significance. From the cultivation and commerce of indigo plant, the extraction and preparation of the dye, to the incredibly diverse range of textile and medicinal applications, indigo comes with endless stories. In this forum "how-to" workshop, Professor Suki Kwon (Art and Design) and Dr. Yvonne Sun (Biology) will briefly introduce the indigo dye and facilitate an interactive workshop for participants to imagine incorporating indigo into their design of lessons or student activities. Collectively, we will create a comprehensive learning experience to intentionally connect lessons inside and outside the classrooms. Through participant contributions, we will showcase how indigo crosses curricular and co-curricular activities to educate the whole student.
