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In Dialogue is a series featuring artist talks, panel discussions, and guest speakers that dive deeper into the stories behind art and exhibitions. ______________
Kimono: Tradition, Identity, and Modern Expression
Join Dr. Akimi Adler, Professor of Japanese at Lawrence University, for an engaging talk exploring the history of Japan through the lens of the kimono. Discover how this iconic garment has reflected tradition, social identity, artistry, and cultural change for centuries, while continuing to inspire modern fashion and creative expression today.
Dr. Akimi H. Adler
I am a Japanese native and came to the States to study in graduate school. I earned a Ph.D. in Second Language Acquisition from the University at Buffalo.
I am currently an adjunct assistant professor at Lawrence University, where I teach courses such as Japanese Language, Japanese Culture and Language, History of the Japanese Language, and Second Language Acquisition.
