Omoworare Foluke’s Post

I’ve been a bit slow getting started reporting back about this incredible Churchill Fellowship experience. But that’s mainly because there’s been so much happening and so much to process. The project is : Investigating Cocreating Opera with and for Marginalised Audiences, but is expanding for me, to be more broadly about the power and enormous value of collaborative and inclusive arts practices. While there is certainly a place for Cultural Democratisation (eg reduced ticket prices, free festival events etc) this still operates in a hierarchical context - making it somewhat easier for people to experience ‘good art’ - Art, Music, Theatre, Opera from the canon, made by professionals for others to consume. Cultural Democracy though, the potential outcome of practices like Co-creation, offers not only the production of new works of art through the inclusion of different and new artistic voices, but invites us to consider a whole other way to think about Art - how and why we make it and with whom. The tension will always be creating and supporting projects that have both a valuable social impact and a beautiful artistic outcome. This is clearly possible. I’m spending time with people and in projects that achieve exactly this. But you have to be prepared to play the long game. The most successful of these projects are years in the making. I’ve seen incredible works made with refugees, prisoners, communities at risk of social isolation and children and their families in impoverished neighbourhoods. I’ll post links to short docos made about some of these. They’re extremely inspiring.

Learn more about my projects for Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education in this profile made by renowned French newsmagazine Le Point as part of their « French excellence » special issue 😍

What a rich resource list! Testament to the growth mindset of those learning communities.

It's always a joy to welcome back alumni to campus, especially when they were one of the first international students to join Mason Korea! As part of our ✨10th Anniversary Special✨ series, we're excited to introduce Mason alumna Caren Poon (GLOA, '17). 🌍 Ten years ago, Caren studied abroad at Mason Korea before we even had our own building! Watch the video to learn more about her experience 💚💛 #masonnation #masonkorea #masonalumni #masonkorea10

Besides that, it is interesting to hear these words from someone like Feynman, who was at the forefront of important, groundbreaking discoveries (and not by some people who are drowned in their egos and titles and probably not as prolific as him), questioning such titles and honors, that they might be superficial, it struck me that in the relatively recent history of human (compared to H. sapiens life), such honoring and titles in their current form are happening very very lately! Considering more than 2000 years of brilliant written history of science and philosophy, from Aristotle to Avecinna to Galileo to Newton, we have such titles only in our modern history! Are we commercializing everything, even in science? Or making up titles and awards day by day? And if yes, what is lacking (or, better say, fading away) inside us that we are compensating for by this? (It’s not innuendo; I am really seeking an answer!)

Thrilled to share that I participated in the prestigious 8th SEAA-Peregrine International Case Competition 2024 and successfully advanced through Round One! This experience allowed me to explore critical problem-solving and global perspectives alongside talented peers. Grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn. Here's to more such endeavors! #GlobalCompetitions #LearningAndGrowth #ICFAIBusinessSchool"

Name:. Date: End of the year Reflection Please answer the following questions while reflecting on your past school year. What can you do today that you Weren't capable of a year ago? What is the most important lesson you have learned this past year? What experience from this past year do you appreciate the most? What is something you've accomplished this year that you are proud of? What was the most defining moment in your life during this past year? www.ukapes.org

Raising the standards of education with young people is a very good foundation for apt learning. Strategies for achieving a solid standard of education may encompass: 1. A holistic approach which would encompass not only academic attainment but also personal growth, character development and social skills. 2. Student engagement which should be comprised of strategies to increase the students engagement such as using interactive learning activities, project-based learning and real world interactions to apply knowledge. 3. Taking note of *individual preferences* which is realizing that every individual should have their learning approach. Personalized learning should be encouraged which would resonate with each student. 4. Critical thinking skills- There is a great need to embed critical thinking and encourage students to analyze and question information in order to have deeper understanding. 5. Collaborative learning: Recommend collaborative learning environments where students can connect, communicate and problem-solving hereby fostering team work and co-operation. 6. Lifelong learning: Emphasize the notion of education as a lifelong journey, instilling in students a passion for learning and a curiosity to explore new ideas and perspectives beyond the classroom.

Hi folks, My best pal and college roommate, Michael Angelo Zervos is attempting to break the Guinness Book of World Record’s record for traveling every country in the world in record time. Read all about it in this Detroit Free Press article!

Finishing off my holiday in Dubrovnik which I deliberately curated to rest, reflect, and recalibrate. This marks a profound moment for me professionally and personally with numerous things to look forward to!   This holiday coincided with the completion of Russ Cook’s (The Hardest Geezer) incredible year-long journey running the length of Africa. I must admit I had no idea who Russ was until seeing a post on X. I read with fascination articles speaking of his journey and life before this historical achievement and I was struck by three things: 1. Unparalleled perseverance in the face of extreme odds – you only have to read one or two articles that realise how difficult this was – robbery, kidnapping, visa issues… Ross states that 'No one gets to decide your limitations except you.’ 2. Power of community – Russ drew people from across the globe into his journey. People joined for certain legs of the journey. His timeline is filled with pictures of him and locals. In one post he comments “I spend so much time running alone I sometimes forget the power of running together, it’s so intrinsically human it makes me feel ALIVE like nothing else. Huge thank you to all the Namibians who have shown so much grace and kindness to us today and throughout all of our time here so far.”. 3. Optimism – Russ’ timeline is full of joy, gratitude and positivity despite all that he endured.   Whilst I am no ultra-marathon runner (!), there are parallels that I can draw reflecting on my journey of growth over the last 3 years. I do not doubt that it would have been impossible to get through it all without my community. I am blessed with so many friends, colleagues, and mentors/coaches who have provided perspective, encouragement, and guidance. In Hidden Potential by Adam Grant, he makes a point about growth being dependent on guidance from others, particularly coaches. I couldn’t agree more. Thank you to those in my tribe. You know who you are!   Takeaways: 1. Teachers and school leaders – Russ’ story is PRIME content for assemblies – Year 13 will be hearing all about it on Tuesday. 2. Invest in your community and use them 3. Positivity goes a long way