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Each lecture in the series, which begins February 15 and continues through May 17, 2022, is free and open to the public. The series is also a one-credit course (ARSC300) that is a core course for the Global Studies major and minor. (Note: Students enrolled in the course will attend an additional class on February 8.)
Taught and moderated by Carla Guerron Montero from the Department of Anthropology, the course will explore the effects of viruses and virality around the globe from historical, cultural and political perspectives. Presenters will discuss the expansion of viruses through the lens of epidemiology, anthropology, geography and literature. In addition, "virality"—a term that became part of the English vocabulary in 1994—will be addressed through history and the study of social media.
All lectures will be held in Alison Hall, Room 133 on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:20 p.m. Sll are welcome.
For more information, please contact: cguerron@udel.edu