Belmont University has announced its role as an academic co-organizer for the inaugural REACT 2025 conference in Vienna. Dr. Lori Baker, Belmont's executive vice president for aspirational excellence, confirmed the university's commitment to the pioneering event, which will explore the dynamic intersections of culture and technology. Belmont will lend crucial support in logistical planning, communications strategy, and the evaluation of research proposals, marking a significant international partnership for the university.
REACT stands out as a truly visionary conference due to its multi-disciplinary approach, intentionally bringing together scholars, researchers, educators and practitioners from diverse fields across the globe. Rather than confining discussions to traditional academic silos, REACT fosters a holistic examination of how art, culture, and creativity intertwine with technological innovation to shape society. This innovative format is designed to stimulate meaningful cross-disciplinary dialogue, build nuanced understandings of contemporary culture-technology dynamics and explore how educational practices must evolve to meet both scholarly and market demands. Its commitment to being socially engaged, bridging academia and the public with the support of the CultTech Summit, further solidifies its forward-thinking vision.
Belmont's decision to become the first-ever international academic partner for REACT 2025 is rooted in its dedication to global engagement and aspirational excellence. "This partnership is a natural fit for our institution," stated Dr. Baker. "REACT's commitment to exploring the future of culture and technology, its multi-disciplinary nature and its focus on educational evolution directly align with our university's strategic vision. We are eager to contribute our expertise in logistical support, communications planning, and the rigorous evaluation of research proposals to ensure the success of this groundbreaking conference."
Belmont's involvement will not only help shape the foundational edition of REACT but also provide invaluable opportunities for its faculty and students to engage directly with leading international experts at the forefront of culture and technology. This collaboration further solidifies Belmont's growing global footprint and its commitment to fostering dialogue and innovation on a worldwide scale.
The conference, set to take place in Vienna two days before the CultTech Summit 2025, promises to be a pivotal event for anyone interested in the evolving interplay between human creativity and technological advancement.