When University Communications photographer Meredith Forrest Kulwicki visits a class to document its activities, it's always interesting, but not quite as exciting as a combat choreography session! Recently, theatre and dance students gathered to hone their combat skills for their production of "Macbeth," which ran March 5-8. Set in spring 2026, this bold adaptation follows three college students — outsiders facing political and social pressures — who escape into Dungeons & Dragons.
Published March 13, 2026
Designed as a "clinical sim gym," the center provides realistic space, modern equipment and expert facilitation so individuals and teams can repeatedly practice, refine and strengthen their craft in a safe learning environment.
As part of "These Toxic Times," the Humanities Institute's annual conference, participants were invited to tour the Love Canal neighborhood in Niagara Falls with local activist Luella Kenny (center). Media study professor John Fiege and his student, Mica Klamm (far right), went along to document the tour. Photo: Douglas Levere
Published March 18, 2026