The 2024 fall series will showcase the remarkable work of retired faculty members and will take place at Foster Auditorium in the Pattee-Paterno Library, University Park. This semester’s topics span critical global issues, offering insightful perspectives on democracy, climate change, and national identity. The lectures can also be viewed via Zoom (see links below per event).
Date: September 17, 2024 | Lecture: 2:30 p.m.
This presentation delves into the impact of digital messaging during the 2024 American campaign cycle, addressing how disinformation threatens the foundation of democratic discourse.
Date: October 15, 2024 | Lecture: 2:30 p.m.
This panel discussion explores the far-reaching effects of climate change on various ecosystems and will feature topics on aviation sustainability, food security, and arboreal wisdom.
Date: November 18, 2024 | Lecture: 3:30 p.m.
This lecture examines Egypt’s complex identity struggle, touching on themes of Islamic unity, Arab leadership, and national development in the 21st century.
Date: December 5, 2024 | Lecture: 2:30 p.m.
Dive into the untold stories of the world’s most famous pond, as Marshall reveals how Walden Pond influenced pivotal moments in history and faces ongoing environmental challenges.
We invite the Penn State community and the public to join us for these thought-provoking discussions as part of our ongoing commitment to academic engagement and the exchange of ideas.
