Bringing the world to the Hofstra campus
The Hofstra Cultural Center was founded in 1976 by the late Joseph G. Astman, Professor of Comparative Literature and Languages at Hofstra University, and has evolved into a dynamic instrument for fostering scholarly exchange and intellectual debate.
Featured Events
Calendar
Featured Events
The Cultural Center hosts numerous events each year that are open to the Hofstra community and the world at large.
Signature Events
Signature Events
Explore signature events hosted by the Hofstra University Cultural Center.
Conferences and Symposia
Listening to Arnold Schoenberg: Compositions, Teachings, and Writings
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Great Writers, Great Readings
21st Annual Series
Each Great Writers, Great Readings event brings a notable author to campus to meet with creative writing students for a short workshop and question/answer session.
Astman Cultural Event
Black History Month Concert
The Joseph G. Astman Cultural Events are presented in loving memory of Dr. Joseph G. Astman, founder of the Hofstra Cultural Center. These events are made possible with the support of Dr. Astman's family.
Featured Events
Science Night Live
A public lecture series that features exciting science research presented by some of the top scientists and lecturers in their fields.
Events
Conferences & Symposia
The Cultural Center's conferences and symposia, focus on a variety of academic and cultural topics and are free and open to the public.
Event Series
Astman Cultural Events
The Joseph G. Astman Cultural Events are presented in loving memory of Dr. Joseph G. Astman, founder of the Hofstra Cultural Center.
Great Writers, Great Readings
Each Great Writers, Great Readings event brings a notable author to campus for a reading and book signing.
Issues in Judaism
This lecture series focuses on issues of interest related to Jewish heritage, culture, history, and more.
Italian American Experience
A series of lectures centered on elements key to the lives of Italian and American heritage.
Presidential Conferences
The Hofstra Cultural Center hosts a series of retrospective conferences discussing the policies and issues of the various presidencies.
Science Night Live
A public lecture series that features exciting science research presented by some of the top scientists and lecturers in their fields.
About the Center
The Hofstra Cultural Center (HCC) is an internationally renowned organization that includes a conference and symposium component, performance arts, and the publication of the proceedings of its conferences and symposia.
Contact the Center
Our Office
HCC Administrative Offices:
Hofstra Cultural Center
108 Monroe Hall
127 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549-1270
Phone: 516-463-5669
Fax: 516-463-4793
Grant Applications
The Cultural Center invites faculty and student organizations to apply for Cultural Center event grants.