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A Global Call to Heal the Planet

What are the global limits to sustainable growth and development? Can we stay within them and how? Join a special evening of reflection on our common future, insights gained from a landmark publication, and a celebration of the life and wisdom of Donella Meadows, a beloved pioneer in the effort to heal our planet. 

Mahaney Arts Center, Olin C. Robison Concert Hall

Open to the Public
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Yankee Reaction to French-Canadian Migration to New England in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries

The RCGA International and Global Colloquium Series presents William Poulin-Deltour, professor of French and Francophone Studies, Middlebury College, discussing reactions to French-Canadian migrants in New England in late 19th and early 20th centuries, and descendants of that migration relatively recent “discovery” of being “Abenaki.”

Robert A. Jones '59 Conference Room

Open to the Public

Writing in the Age of the “Ultra-Unreal”: A Talk by Chinese Novelist Ning Ken

“Ultra-unreal” (chaohuan) is novelist, essayist, editor and blogger Ning Ken’s coinage to describe contemporary China, where the speed and scale of change is disorienting and the news full of stories of prosperity, progress, corruption, and inequity that defy imagination. Ning Ken is the author of five novels, including the “Heaven / Tibet,” of which Nobel Prize for Literature winner Mo Yan said, “Ning Ken combines keen political critique with penetrating analysis of human nature.” Ning Ken will talk about writing fiction about an “ultra-unreal” time and place.

Robert A. Jones '59 Conference Room

Free
Open to the Public

When and why should the United States use military force? Some lessons from American interventions since 1965

“When and why should the United States use military force? Some lessons from American interventions since 1965” by Tom Timberman. His background and professional experience have focused on: (1) political and economic development in war zones, (2) national security , foreign policy and CIVMIL affairs (3) American private sector and local politics. He has considerable experience in conflict and post conflict environments. Educating, training and coaching/mentoring have been integral parts of Tom’s career for over 20 years.

Robert A. Jones '59 Conference Room

Open to the Public