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 Welcome to the 2009-2010 Great Conversations Speaker Series! Presented by the College of Liberal Arts, the series includes four thought-provoking topics presented by distinguished research faculty at the University of Nevada, Reno. The quality of this year’s speakers is unsurpassed. As a subscriber, you will enjoy an evening of drinks, hors d’oeuvres and socializing followed by participation in engaging conversation in a home of distinction in our community. Each evening is scheduled from 6:00 to 8:30 pm beginning with hors d’oeuvres and drinks, followed by our guest speaker’s presentation, questions and open group discussion. Each subscription is fully transferable. If you are unable to attend a particular conversation, you may invite other family members, friends or colleagues to be present. If you would like more information on the speakers or their topics, please click on the date of the event below. Wednesday, October 14, 2009 The Emperor’s New Body: The History of the Body in China’s Past and Present Dr. Hugh Shapiro, Associate Professor, Department of History Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Discovering Nevada’s Stunningly Rich Literary Tradition Dr. Cheryll Glotfelty, Associate Professor, Department of English Thursday, February 18, 2010 Separate and Unequal No More: Brown v. Board of Education Dr. Ken Peak, Professor, Department of Criminal Justice Thursday, April 22, 2010 How Can We Forecast the Future of Innovation? Dr. Tom Nickles, Professor, Department of Philosophy For subscription information, contact Andrea Soffiotto at (775) 682-8973. |