The Lawrence and Isabel Barnett Symposium on the Arts & Public Policy

SAVE THE DATE for an exciting two days of presentations and panels by some of the top cultural officials of Chile, China, and Britain, as well as alums of OSU’s Arts Policy and Administration Program working in the field of international cultural relations. 
 
Cultural exchange is undergoing a subtle, yet profound, transformation. It is about stimulating long-term positive change not only in the perception of America abroad but also in understanding conditions in other countries. “Globalization” is now one of the most common terms to describe how we interact with other countries in the 21st century. Perhaps a better term is “interdependence.” Interdependence helps us understand how we can have shared opportunities to participate and enjoy a genuine sense of belonging. Collaboration and cooperation are becoming the approaches of choice, replacing the pursuit of short-term exchange.