The Des Lee Collaborative Vision

All are invited to the Japan studies event tomorrow at the University of Missouri-St. Louis! 10:30 – 4:00 in 103 Anheuser Busch Hall. Free and open to the public.

Can't wait to learn from these folks about "New Iterations of Classic Japanese Games."
Presentations by (in order of appearance)
Dr. Jim Stanlaw (Illinois State University)
Mr. Gilles Poitras (Author and independent scholar)
Dr. Keita Moore (Ohio State University)
Dr. Nobuko Adachi (Illinois State University)
Dr. Linda Chance (University of Pennsylvania)

Collaboration at its best- Des Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Public Schools, and Opera Theatre of Saint Louis came together to create this wonderful opportunity for Mullanphy Elementary 3rd graders.

Mullanphy Elementary 3rd graders write and perform opera Third graders at Mullanphy Elementary wrote an opera. They performed it with the St. Louis Symphony.

“Innovations in Integrative Health: Bridging Technology, Mind, and Body” is a dynamic speaker series exploring how cutting-edge research and ancient wisdom are coming together to shape the future of holistic health.

Register here:
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Happy to announce this invited talk at UMSL on September 9- free and open to the public.

Remembering Des Lee today on the anniversary of his birth. Des Lee was born August 6, 1917 in Sikeston, Mo. He certainly did make a positive difference during his lifetime!

"You live today to make a difference, and you live your life to make the lives of others better." ~Des Lee
Today, August 6, is Des Lee's birthday, and a time to remember and honor his legacy.
(photo from 90th birthday party - 2007)

Patricia Zahn, who came to UMSL 15 years ago to support the Des Lee Collaborative Vision and community engagement efforts at the university, was recently inducted into the Academy of Community Engagement Scholarship. Congratulations, Patricia!

Patricia Zahn selected as member of prestigious Academy of Community Engagement Scholarship - UMSL Daily Zahn, the director of community engagement and outreach at UMSL, will be one of five ACES members from the University of Missouri System.

Excited to see this program continue to thrive and serve local young people as they discover themselves as emerging scientists and researchers.

CLIMB concludes 11th summer helping area high school students gain hands-on scientific lab experience - UMSL Daily The program gives participants a better understanding of what a future in science might look like and helps them see themselves in one of those careers.

There's a new location this year for the Des Lee Kick Off 2025-2026! Mark your map for the Millennium Student Center University of Missouri-St. Louis July 28th at 9am. Enjoy light refreshments as you get FIRST PICK of opportunities from our STL Fine Arts partners. We'll also have a FREE Raffle with tons of great prizes! Be sure to follow for announcements and more information about our partners leading up to the event!

A powerful example of mentorship and impact through the Des Lee Collaborative!

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Striking a chord: How interns in the Des Lee Fine Arts Education Collaborative are making an impact - UMSL Daily The collection of 25 local arts agencies and 15 local school districts dedicated to enhancing fine arts in the St. Louis region.

Join us for an evening of literature and music at the Salon.
An annual exhibition of works of art! 🎶📚

📅 Friday, May 2, 2025 | ⏰ 7 p.m.
📍 Webster Groves Public Library

Enjoy readings by talented writers and live music by Eileen Gannon and Robert Ryan. Free and open to the public!