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Playwright Don Zolidis ’97 to deliver Carleton convocation
February 25, 2020In his presentation, titled, “In Defense of Silliness: How the Radical Nature of Irreverence Can Change the World,” he will discuss his belief in the transformative power of art to create a more just and equitable society.
Political theorist Corey Robin to deliver Carleton convocation
February 18, 2020In his presentation, titled, “The Racial Pessimism of Clarence Thomas,” he will examine the racial views of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
In her presentation, titled, "For the Love of Black Culture: Celebrating the Contributions of Black Minnesotans," she will comment on the intersection of black history and present-day thought.
In her presentation, titled, “Love, Light, Science: Tools for an Intentionally Inclusive Campus,” she will address the disparities experienced by youth of color.
In her presentation, titled, “A Community Perspective on Environmental and Climate Justice,” she will discuss her work to advance environmental justice in urban communities.
In her presentation, titled, “Alleviating the access abyss in palliative care and pain relief: an imperative of universal health coverage,” she advocates for better palliative care in developing countries.
Renowned economist Tim Leunig to deliver Carleton convocation
January 14, 2020In his presentation, titled, “What Makes a Great Education? Knowledge and Skills in the 21st Century,” he emphasizes the importance of cultivating creativity in our educational system.
She will discuss the 2020 presidential election, with particular focuses on economic policy and gender politics.
Her presentation, “A Lasting Legacy: Acknowledging Dakota Resiliency in Mni Sota,” will discuss the importance of updating history to honor indigenous peoples.
Environmental law expert Tim Duane to deliver Carleton convocation
October 29, 2019His presentation, “Four Score and Seven Years Ago: Reflecting on the Climate Crisis in 2075,” will offer insights on solving complex energy and environmental problems.
Agronomist and non-profit CEO Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin to deliver Carleton convocation
October 22, 2019He will discuss his work to advance sustainable farming and build pathways out of poverty for rural Latinx agricultural workers.
Musician and disability rights activist Gaelynn Lea to deliver Carleton convocation
October 16, 2019She will discuss how her disability has led her to discover two important insights that have helped her live a more empowered life, and how these insights apply to every human being.
Their talk will discuss Thomas Jefferson's changing image among scholars and the general public, and what it tells us about our times and his.
Her presentation is titled, “Death of a Nation: Lessons from the Frontlines.”
Acclaimed scholar Dorothy Roberts to speak on race, science and justice Oct. 1 at Carleton
September 23, 2019Roberts will explore how the historical entanglements of racism and racial science are reproduced and contested in cutting-edge scientific approaches to race and racial inequality.
A cherished Carleton tradition, Honors Convocation draws the campus community together to celebrate the academic accomplishments of Carleton students and faculty.
In her presentation, “I Don’t Live in a Food Desert and Neither Do You,” she will offer community-based solutions to confront underlying themes of social justice within the food movement.
In her presentation, titled “Feminism and Conservatism: Dividing Lines and Possibilities for Unity,” Agness will discuss her mission to expand intellectual diversity on campuses and explain how one can be both conservative and pro-woman.
Carleton presents the 2019 Mellon Professorship Lecture: “Just What *IS* Musical Tempo?”
March 6, 2019Justin London, Carleton’s Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Music, Cognitive Science and the Humanities, will discuss the complex nature of musical tempo perception along with topics in interdisciplinary research.
Twitty will reflect on how food is woven into cultural histories and identities.
Hebrew Poetry of Muslim Spain is Topic of 2019 Carleton Forkosh Family Judaic Studies Lecture
February 12, 2019Poet Peter Cole will discuss the significance of medieval Sephardic and mystical poems.
Innovation scholar to present Carleton Convocation
February 12, 2019In his presentation, “Science Is Shaped by Wikipedia: Evidence from a Randomized Control Trial,” Thompson will discuss Wikipedia’s impact on the state of scientific knowledge.Political pundit Sally Kohn to present Carleton convocation
February 1, 2019Focusing on the compassion and humanity in everyone, Kohn searches for common ground between political foes.
Poet and educator Hakeem Rahim will present, “Let’s Talk About Mental Illness.”