Visio Divina, or “sacred seeing,” is an ancient form of Christian prayer in which we allow our hearts and imaginations to prayerfully and meditatively enter into an image. Join the Raclin Murphy Museum of Art for guided sessions of visio divina with sacred art in the Mary, Queen of Families Chapel. This opportunity is a wonderful way to spiritually engage with this unique, art-filled space. Whether you are new to the practice of visio divina or a long-time devotee, all are welcome for a moment of peace, prayer, and meditation. Meet at the Welcome Desk on Level 1. Always free and open to all. Originally published at raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu.

Join the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society for a unique presentation by Yessica Herrera, researcher in network science and computational social science at the Barabási Lab at Northeastern University. Herrera’s work combines AI with data visualization tools to examine structural patterns in creative ecosystems. RSVP Here! Title of Presentation: “Networks and the Social Complexity of Art” Description: Art is one of humanity’s most enduring forms of expression and embodies the dynamics of complex social systems, where individual creativity evolves alongside social structures. This research draws on large-scale data collection to build original datasets from ballet competitions, creative collaborations, and U.S. art museum collections. Through advanced analytics, GPT-based models, and network science, this research maps network structures and quantifies social prestige and influence across creative ecosystems. This talk explores the value of studying art as a complex system, and presents evidence from two domains: i. the role of social stratification in shaping the access to professional opportunities and leadership in ballet beyond individual talent; and Ii. the cross-institutional influence of art philanthropists, quantified by a novel metric, as key drivers of artists’ visibility. Attendees will gain insights into the interplay of data, art, and society, and discover how interdisciplinary approaches can help reimagine innovation and impact. About the Speaker:Yessica Herrera is a researcher in network science and computational social science at the Barabási Lab at Northeastern University, where she works on mapping the social dynamics of the art world. Her work combines AI with data visualization tools to examine structural patterns in creative ecosystems. She previously worked as creative director in science communication for higher education at Universidad Veracruzana, in Mexico, leading award-winning projects across multiple media outlets and educational platforms. She holds a PhD in Social Complexity Science from Universidad del Desarrollo and an MSc in Neuroethology from Universidad Veracruzana. She currently serves on the evaluator committee at Faro UDD and the advisory council of the Dance Data Project.