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CULTURAL CENTER

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Founded in 1976 by Professor Joseph G. Astman, Hofstra University’s Cultural Center has grown into a vibrant hub for scholarly exchange and intellectual debate.

For the past 50+ years, the Hofstra Cultural Center has invited members of the community to join us on campus for programs to learn and engage together.

Signature Events

High-profile events hosted by the Hofstra University Cultural Center.

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Event Series

The Cultural Center hosts numerous events each year that are open to the Hofstra community and the world at large. 

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Conferences and Symposia

Hofstra welcomes the public for a number of multi-session conferences and symposia each year, covering a variety of academic topics.

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Great Writers, Great Readings

Each Great Writers, Great Readings event brings a notable author to campus to meet with creative writing students for a short workshop and Q&A session. 

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Astman Cultural Events

The Joseph G. Astman Cultural Events are presented in loving memory of the founder of the Hofstra Cultural Center.

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The Cultural Center hosts numerous events each year.

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About Us

The Hofstra Cultural Center

The Hofstra Cultural Center is an internationally renowned organization with a conference and symposium and performing arts component. It also publishes the proceedings of its conferences and symposia.

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