Dear American Studies Students, Alumni, and Faculty,

American Studies alumnus Andrew Owen and his collaborator, Ross McDermott, will be making a presentation on their photography exhibit,”The American Festivals Project,” which is currently on display in Georgetown as a part of the prestigious FotoWeekDC. The talk will take place this Thursday evening, November 12, on campus.

The American Festivals Project unearths the hidden, and at times bizarre, festivals and competitions of America’s small towns. With photography, video and writing, the project documents over 40 events with the aim of discovering and understanding American subcultures. The presentation will feature slides of photos from the exhibit.

In addition to discussing the work, Andrew will address how the American Studies major informed the work. The talk will be of interest to students contemplating or working on the senior thesis, as it illustrate how photography can be used effectively to document aspects of American life.

Students, alumni, and faculty, please join us to catch up with this successful young American Studies alumnus and celebrate his accomplishments!

Here are the details:
Date: November 12th,
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: McShain Lounge – Large
Reception with light hour d’oeuvres following the presentation

Please RSVP to amst@georgetown.edu