Welcome to our speaker series tailored for seniors!
Our programs bring insightful talks by prominent speakers on local and international topics around arts, science, technology, politics, and more, directly to you.
Enjoy learning from experts, sharing experiences, and making new connections.
The calendar below is a list of all our upcoming Speakers.
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TOPIC: Charlotte at a Crossroads: Building a Sustainable City for Generations SPEAKER: Shannon Binns, Founder/Executive Director Sustain Charlotte Charlotte is growing faster than almost any city in the nation. With…
TOPIC: The United States and Africa: History, Change, and the Road Ahead SPEAKER: Beth Whitaker, Professor of Political Science, UNC Charlotte How has the United States engaged with Africa over…
TOPIC: Microplastics and Other Contaminants of Emerging Concern SPEAKER: Olya Keen, Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director, UNC Charlotte The talk will focus on microplastics and other contaminants of emerging…
TOPIC: Vaccines Science, Development and Clinical Trial Applications SPEAKER: Courtney Labonge, Associate Director, Alkermes, Inc This presentation explores the fundamentals of vaccine science, the various types of vaccines, and their…
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: Ukraine and the Future of European Security SPEAKER: Steven Sabol, Professor of HIstory, UNC Charlotte This presentation encompasses America’s strategic interest in Europe and its stake in…
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: America and the World: Navigating Trump 2.0 SPEAKER: Dr. Harry I. Chernotsky, Professor Emeritus of Global Studies, UNC Charlotte Since assuming office for his second term, President…
TOPIC: History of Stem Cell and Regenerative Therapies for the Treatment of Chronic Pain, Disease, and Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System SPEAKER: Steven Spencer, Director of Community Relations for NeoGenix…
TOPIC: State of the Canopy SPEAKER: Krysten Reilly, Director of Programs, TreesCharlotte Charlotte is often called a “City of Trees,” with an urban tree canopy covering roughly about half of…