Don’t Miss the “Small Talk, Big Ideas” Series
Small Talk, Big Ideas: Conversations with University Authors
LOCATION: Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, Faculty & Graduate Reading Room (4th floor)
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 – 7:00pm – Scott Casper
Join Dr. Scott Casper for an informal conversation about his recently published book, “Sarah Johnson’s Mount Vernon: the Forgotten History of an American Shrine.” Providing an intimate picture of Mount Vernon during the late 19th century, this work explores the remarkable history of the lives and contributions of African Americans who played an essential part in creating and maintaining Mt. Vernon.
Sunday, March 7, 2010 – 3:00pm – Susan Palwick
As an award-winning fantasy author, Dr. Susan Palwick is known for her novels “Flying in Place”, “Shelter” and “The Necessary Beggar.” Join Dr. Palwick to consider the ways in which the state of Nevada lends itself to fantasy and science fiction.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 – 7:00pm – Wendy Calvin
Dr. Wendy Calvin, geophysicist and planetary explorer, has spent the last decade exploring the surfaces of Mars, Ganymede, and Pluto’s satellite Charon. Join Dr. Calvin in an informal conversation about her work with the NASA Mars Exploration Rover Mission that has resulted in articles in “Science” and other prestigious journals.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 – 7:00pm – Emma Sepulveda Dr. Emma Sepulveda-Pulvirenti discusses her recent work, “Do You Hear My Accent When I Write? The Voice of a Latina Immigrant,” a collection of opinion pieces published over the last decade in the Reno Gazette-Journal.
Sunday, April 18, 2010 – 3:00pm – Alicia Barber
Dr. Alicia Barber’s most recent book, “Reno’s Big Gamble: Image and Reputation in the Biggest Little City,” tells the story of how Reno has shaped its identity from a backward railroad town to a lively tourist mecca.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 – 7:00pm – Judy Strauss Are people talking about you online? Dr. Judy Strauss has developed a detailed blueprint for building, managing, and repairing your online reputation. Join Dr. Strauss for an informal discussion of her recently published book, “Radically Transparent: Monitoring and Managing Reputations Online.”