Dies Natalis 2004
91st Dies Natalis
On Monday 8 November 2004, the Erasmus University Rotterdam celebrated its 91th anniversary.
The ceremony in the Auditorium was concentrated on Art Worlds, a live-on-stage performance, including music and discussion. Howard S. Becker, sociologist as well as jazz musician, received an honorary doctorate of the University.
This year, the celebration was co-hosted by the Faculty of History and Arts.
- Welcome Address: Prof. Steven W.J. Lamberts, Rector Magnificus
- State of the Art(s): Prof. Max Sparreboom, Dean Faculty of History and Arts
- Art Worlds, Live-on-stage Discussion (topics)
- Honorary Degree Ceremony for professor Howard S. Becker
- Closing Remark: Ms.dr. J.C.M. van Eijndhoven, President of the Executive Board
| 'Innovations begin as (….) changes in an artistic vision or idea. (…) Ideas and visions are important, but their success and permanence rest on organization, not on their intrinsic worth.' Howard S. Becker. Art Worlds. University of California Press. 1982. p. 310. |
