Liberal Arts Free Lectures and Events

Two of our political science professors take on any and all hot topics of the day in politics. Don't miss this great and informative discussion. Contact Professor Lee Whitted at whittedl@sunybroome.edu with any questions. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 948 3218 4416 Passcode: 163654 One tap mobile+16468769923,,94832184416#,,,,*163654# US (New York)  Faculty Presenters: Leeland Whitted and […]

How should the epidemic of mass shootings and gun violence in American public life be addressed? Are our public spaces no longer safe? Why does U.S. culture, among developed high-tech countries, seem uniquely prone to this issue? Attend this Common Hour for a lively discussion on this significant issue. Faculty Presenter: Carla Michalak

Watch a 29-minute film to discover critical details regarding the trial of Susan B. Anthony who was indicted for attempting to vote in a federal election in Rochester, NY. Anthony was a leader in the women’s suffrage movement. Sponsored by the Women’s Discussion Group. Faculty Presenter: I.J. Byrnes and the student leaders of the Women’s […]

How has the problem of misinformation changed over the years? Do we have an ethical duty to truth and clarity? How do the economics of media incentivize misinformation? This initial panel on misinformation will address questions like these with guests Professor Steven Call, Professor I.J. Byrnes and Professor Nicholas Bongiorno Faculty Discussion Leaders

How does popular media misrepresent scientific research? What is the psychological attraction of conspiracy theories? What are the implications of misinformation for a stable society? This second panel on misinformation will address questions like these with guests Professor Kennie Leet, Professor Courtney O'Hagen and Professor Carla Michalak. Faculty Discussion Leaders: Librarian Paul Bond and Librarian […]

Two of our political science professors take on any and all hot topics of the day in politics. Don't miss this great and informative discussion. Faculty Presenters: Leeland Whitted and John Sterlacci Contact Professor Lee Whitted at  whittedl@sunybroome.edu with any questions Join ZoomMeeting

How did rapid climate change impact human evolution? When in recent geological history were climatic conditions similar to today? How will future climate change impact humans? Join Dr. Leet for a presentation of her work in Kenya and East Africa on the Hominin Sites and Paleolakes Drilling Project which aims to answer these questions and more. […]

Join students from HIS 117: World History II for a fascinating discussion of the legal case, Buck v. Bell, that provided for the sterilization of people deemed "genetically unfit". How did this case influence Germany's Nazi regime? Faculty Presenter: John Pierog and Students from HIS 117: World History II

Ever wonder what learning looks like in the brain? Or why a teacher can "teach" for an hour and have students "not learn anything"? Do you suffer from math-phobia, test anxiety, or another stressor, and want to know how that impacts your learning? Join a SUNY Broome Professional Tutor to discuss these topics and more! […]

Join a member of our music faculty for a live performance of guitar music from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. What better way to celebrate a very welcome Spring? Contact Professor Paul Sweeny at sweenypm@sunybroome.edu with any questions. Zoom link Meeting ID: 924 3339 6956 Passcode: 463104 One tap mobile +16468769923,,92433396956#,,,,*463104# US (New York) +16469313860,,92433396956#,,,,*463104# […]

Thursday, September 14 Faculty Presenter: Christopher Keaty Time: 11:00 am Join a Communication and Media Arts faculty member for important insights on the drawbacks of ChatGPT and what implications this has for our culture. For more information, contact Professor Keaty at keatycr@sunybroome.edu. Attend live only Live Location: Titchener Building, Room 101

Thursday, September 21 Faculty Presenter: Victor Lamoureux Time: 11:00 am Join a scientist from our Biology Department as he discusses key issues regarding climate change.  Should we look at doomsday scenarios or be optimists? For further information, contact Dr. Lamoureux at lamoureuxvs@sunybroome.edu Attend live only Live Location: Titchener Building, Room 102

Thursday, September 28 Faculty Presenter: Joseph Spence Time: 11:00 am This event is open to all students! Join this session for insight into transferring into a four-year school with competitive admissions. Matthew Rotstein,  Director of Admissions of Columbia University, a premiere Ivy League school,  will offer tips and guidance for the transfer process.. Our own […]

Thursday, October 5 Faculty Presenter: Alexis Katchuk Time: 11:00 am Join our faculty member for insight into achieving mindfulness in your daily routines and in enhancing your performance. Contact Professor Katchuk at katchukai@sunybroome.edu with any questions Attend live only Live Location: Titchener Building, Room 101

Thursday, October 12 Faculty Presenter: Kristen Ericksen-Hrehor Time: 11:00 am Increasingly, valuing diversity and practicing anti-racism have become important social and corporate values. Are you ready to meet these new expectations? Join a professor from the HSCD Department for greater insight on building your cultural competency. Contact Professor Kristen Ericksen-Hrehor at ericksenhrehorkj@sunybroome.edu  with any questions. Attend […]

Thursday, October 19 Faculty Presenters: Leeland Whitted and John Sterlacci Time: 11:00 am Two of our political science professors take on any and all hot topics of the day in politics. Don't miss this great and informative discussion. Contact Professor John Sterlacci at sterlaccijr@sunybroome.edu with any questions. Meeting ID: 959 9097 0685 Passcode: 839093 Attend […]