Steven Pinker: Fostering the Pursuit of Truth and the Marketplace of Ideas
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Steven Pinker: Fostering the Pursuit of Truth and the Marketplace of Ideas

Join us for a talk by Dr. Steven Pinker on how universities can enhance the exchange of ideas and pursue truth!

By Menard Center for Constitutional Studies

Date and time

Monday, May 5 · 7 - 8:30pm CDT

Location

W.R. Davies Student Center, Ojibwe Grand Ballroom

77 Roosevelt Avenue Eau Claire, WI 54701

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Steven Pinker, a renowned cognitive scientist and Harvard professor, as he explores the crucial role universities play in shaping the marketplace of ideas and the pursuit of truth. Named by TIME as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, Dr. Pinker's keynotes have demystified the science behind human language, thought, and action for millions. A TED speaker and bestselling author, twice nominated for the Pulitzer Prize, Dr. Pinker is highly respected in the scientific community, with his work and opinions extensively covered in mainstream media, reaching a wide general audience.

This event promises to provide profound insights into how academic institutions can foster open dialogue, critical thinking, and the quest for knowledge. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with one of the leading thinkers of our time!

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