Milieux Institute 10th anniversary!

The Milieux Institute for Arts, Culture and Technology is proud to announce the celebrations of its 10-year anniversary, taking place at the Institute from November 4 to 6, 2026.

Over three days, Milieux will open its doors to the public for a program of roundtables, presentations, performances, studio visits, and workshops showcasing the work of its research community.

Rather than looking back at the milestones and accomplishments of the past decade, the celebrations will focus on the Institute’s mission to reflect on and continually redefine what it means to do research in an academic setting. From roundtables shedding light on collaborative and interdisciplinary projects to hands-on workshops and conversations with faculty, members, and alumni, the program is designed to show not only what Milieux’s community does, but how and why it does so.

By bringing together voices from across the Institute’s clusters and labs, the celebrations offer a unique opportunity to reflect collectively on the Institute’s model as a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue. The activities will be punctuated by festive gatherings for the community to connect and celebrate in a festive and collaborative spirit.

Over three days, 18 activities presented by more than 45 faculty and student members will bring the community together.

Programming:

Thursday, November 5, 5 p.m.

Ofrendas Digital : Digital Offerings

Thursday, November 5, 6 p.m.

The Sound of Misunderstanding: Dhvanivala's Sonic Explorations

Friday, November 6, 10 a.m.

Where Are They Now? A Milieux Alumni Reunion Chat

Friday, November 6, noon

Research Bites: Research Initiatives at AbTeC

Friday, November 6, 1 p.m.

Co-Learning Score for Artistic Research

Friday, November 6, 2 p.m.

Milieux Mixer #2: A Walk Through Research-Creation

Friday, November 6, 3:30 p.m.

Keynote by Darren Wershler: Milieux and the Extended Laboratory