Host and Executive Producer of Democracy Now! Amy Goodman to Give Public Lecture on Independent Media at Rutgers on Jan. 29
| What: |
A public lecture by Amy Goodman, Host and Executive Producer of Democracy Now!, on the importance of independent media in a democratic society in the wake of recent global events, such as the Arab Spring and the current conflict in Syria. The lecture is hosted by the Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs (GAIA Centers). |
| Who: | Democracy Now! Host and Executive Producer Amy Goodman Rutgers Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Richard Edwards Rutgers Vice President for International and Global Affairs Joanna Regulska |
| When: |
7:00 pm, Tuesday, January 29, 2013 |
| Where: |
Rutgers Student Centers, Multipurpose Room 126 College Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
| Background: |
The lecture is part of the Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs Biennial Theme, Technologies without Borders: Technologies across Borders – Citizenship and Social Responsibility. The Biennial Theme is a series of events that create a framework to discuss and address today’s critical global topics. |
The Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs (GAIA Centers)
As part of its commitment to "Jersey Roots, Global Reach," the university established the Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs in 2011. The GAIA Centers work towards developing a comprehensive, campus-wide set of international initiatives and services, initiating collaborative projects and strategic partnerships around the world, and expanding students' opportunities for international study and research. The GAIA Centers are founded on four pillars: Global Education, Global Programs, Global Relations, and Global Services.
Media Contact: Andrew Elwell
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E-mail: aelwell@gaiacenters.rutgers.edu