March 2026 - Medren - NU mailman

Upcoming events!
by Nora Peterson 20 Mar '26

20 Mar '26

Dear everyone, I hope that you have been enjoying a relaxing spring break. As we head into the final stretch of the semester I wanted to remind you of all the awesome opportunities we still have coming up! Please mark your calendars, share with your students or other interested individuals, and plan to join us! March 29 “The Lost King” screening at the Ross Theater, 1 p.m. With virtual QA with director following the screening. The Archaeological Institute of America (Lincoln-Omaha Society) will be screening the feature film, The Lost King (2023), which tells the story of how Philippa Langley, an amateur historian, unlocked the clues hidden lost documents and convinced British archaeologists that the body of King Richard III, the last king of the Plantagenet dynasty, who died on the battlefield of Bosworth field in 1485, lies buried under a parking lot in the center of Leicester. In 2012, within hours of the excavation commencing, the body of an individual was indeed discovered. Analysis did in fact verify that the skeletal remains were those belonging to Richard. For her efforts in finding the king’s remains, Ms. Langley was awarded the MBE by the Queen, and Richard’s remains were permanently interred within Leicester Cathedral. Following the screening, Philippa Langley will speak via Zoom to the audience about the discovery and her latest research regarding the “Princes in the Tower,” also a medieval mystery. Following the discussion Philippa will engage with the audience in a Q&A. The event is free and open to the public, but admission tickets will be required and are available at the box office. This event is co-sponsored by the School of Art, Art History & Design and the Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program. Friday, April 3 April First Friday: 'Crown and Stage' with book signing Celebrate the opening of the exhibition "Crown & Stage: The Monarchy and Shakespeare in Quilts" during First Fridays at the International Quilt Museum! Co-Curated by Dr. Carole Levin, Willa Cather Emerita Professor of History at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, "Crown & Stage" explores how quilts and other forms of material culture traveled beyond the playhouse and palace. This exhibition features quilts honoring British queens, Shakespeare’s words stitched in fabric, and contemporary objects that reinterpret these icons. At 5:30 p.m., join us in the IQM Reception Hall for a special reading of "Creatively Expanding the Premodern." Written by Levin, Marguerite A. Tassi, Christine Stewart-Nuñez, and Julia Griffin, this book highlights the stories of women from premodern history and literature through poems, plays, and essays. The authors will also be available for a book signing following the reading. Remember First Fridays are always free. These events are held on the first Friday of each month from 4-7 p.m. International Quilt Museum 1523 N 33rd St, Lincoln, NE 68503 April 9, “The Dreaded Pox: Sex and Disease in Early Modern London” with Dr. Olivia Weisser (see attached poster), 5 p.m. 2026 Linda and Charles Wilson Lecture in Humanities in Medicine April 9, 5:30 p.m. Sheldon Museum Auditorium. Lecture by Dr. Kevin Colls, archaeologist, “Dig for Shakespeare” project, co-sponsored by Medieval and Renaissance Studies April 19 Vespers and Optional Tour at Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary at 4:30 p.m. (Vespers is at 5 p.m.) 7 spots left! Sign up here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B084BA8AE2FA7… April 13 Due date for student award submissions [Screenshot 2026-03-11 at 3.29.54 PM.png] April 28 End of Year Celebration, Awards ceremony, 4 p.m. (Burnett 302) Get Outlook for Mac<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://aka.ms/GetOutlookForMac__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB… >

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March updates from Medieval and Renaissance Studies
by Nora Peterson 06 Mar '26

06 Mar '26

Dear everyone, Happy summer-winter in Nebraska day! I thought that I would send out a few updates with some updates and March events so that you have everything in one place Updates: 1. I’m attaching the fall 2026 advising newsletter here. If you haven’t already, take a look! 1. I’m attaching the most recent schedule and brochure from the Newberry Center for Renaissance Studies. We can help support students and faculty travel and participation ($) due to our membership in the Consortium, so if you see something that looks interesting, please get in touch! March Events: 1. & Juliet -- a a West End and Broadway musical that has Anne Hathaway Shakespeare and William imagine a future for Juliet without Romeo -- is playing at the Orpheum in Omaha this week and weekend. All the songs used in the play were written or co-written by master producer Max Martin, likely the greatest single influence on commercial popular music over the last few decades. https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://ticketomaha.com/events/and-juliet-md7x_… Music: 1. Enjoy A Monumental Concert with Pamela Starr March 15th, 5pm at First Plymouth Church. On Sunday, March 15th at 6:00pm, Abendmusik will present J.S. Bach’s magnificent work, the Mass in B minor, with two choirs, orchestra, and celebrated soloists, under the baton of Dr. Tom Trenney. Admission is free, no tickets are required. And, as a bonus, come at 5:00pm in Pilgrim Hall to hear Dr. Pamela Starr discuss “Bach’s Amazing Job Application: How the B minor Mass came about, and why it is so amazing”. The concert is in the sanctuary of First Plymouth Church. Pilgrim Hall is on the same floor as the Sanctuary. Follow the signs. 3. Grail-making (pottery) workshop at the LUX Center for the Arts: March 27, 6-9 p.m. Limited spots available. Email npeterson10(a)nebraska.edu<mailto:npeterson10@nebraska.edu> 4. Screening, The Lost King, March 29, 1 p.m. at the Ross, followed by QA with the director. See attached press release. Have a wonderful weekend and last week before spring break! Nora Get Outlook for Mac <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://aka.ms/GetOutlookForMac__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB… >

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Pizza tomorrow!
by Nora Peterson 02 Mar '26

02 Mar '26

Dear everyone, Please join us tomorrow for some pizza and conversation! Stop by for a few minutes or stay for the whole hour. Please feel free to share with anyone who might be interested. Nora [Screenshot 2026-03-02 at 1.07.06 PM.png] Get Outlook for Mac <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://aka.ms/GetOutlookForMac__;!!PvXuogZ4sRB… >

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