Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Jeff Bary shares his thoughts on an array of interstellar topics including: how scientists use light to study the universe, how planets are formed, what is proto-planetary disk, and his opinion on the likelihood of intelligent extraterrestrial life via the Drake Equation.

Join Associate Professor of Sociology Alicia Simmons as she discusses her research related to the intersections of the media, race, and politics in the United States. Professor Simmons sheds light on subjects that include how different variables, such as protests, can impact media depictions of police shootings, and how the media’s portrayal of race and crime helps to shape criminal justice policy preferences among the public.

Join Assistant Professor of Political Science Danielle Lupton as she discusses the history of American diplomacy, the surprising impacts that widows and military veterans have as members of Congress, and how some board games can help illustrate the complexities of international relations.

Professor Garland delves into the nuances of life in the ancient world. Join the Colgate Roy D. and Margaret B. Wooster Professor of the Classics as he shares stories of ancient Greek funeral customs, popular pets of the era, and the public figures who would have probably enjoyed Twitter.