DePaul Humanities Center

Screening and Discussion

Bombshell

October 20, 2026 | 5:30-7:40pm
Schmitt Academic Center, SAC 161, Lincoln Park Campus

Eighty years after the atomic bombings that ushered in the nuclear age, Bombshell explores how the U.S. government sought to manipulate the truth about the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki through propaganda, censorship, and press co-option while minimizing the horrific human toll. Bombshell sheds light on a group of intrepid reporters who let the world know the truth.

Reading and Conversation

Sound & Voice in Yu Miri's Work

September 17, 2026 | 6pm
Student Center, Rm 314, Lincoln Park Campus

The DHC welcomes acclaimed author Yu Miri. Join us for an exploration of the unique role of sound and voice in her work. The evening will feature readings from Yu Miri’s new play, Obon, as well as her lauded novel, The End of August, followed by the author in conversation with Professor Michael Bourdaghs and Dr. Scott W. Aalgaard.

Conversation

An Afternoon with Amy Goodman

September 6, 2026 | 2:30-4:00pm
UIC Student Center East, 750 S. Halsted St., Chicago

The DHC is excited to partner with Chicago Area Peace Action, UIC, and Damon Williams for a timely event with Democracy Now! founder Amy Goodman. Goodman, the founder of the internationally syndicated independent news organization Democracy Now!, will be in conversation with Damon Williams of Respair Media as they discuss independent media's role in championing progressive movements around the world.

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