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Mark Blyth October 10, 2017 – 7 p.m.

“Why People Vote for Those Who Work Against Their Best Interests”

Are there a higher set of drivers in the global economy than we commonly pay attention to? Is the election of Donald Trump really just one part of a much larger, global pattern of events that is still unfolding and will affect us for years to come? Mark Blyth, the political economist noted for predicting both Brexit and the election of Donald Trump, walks you through the disparate dynamics in both the U.S. and Europe that will forever alter politics as usual and send shockwaves through the global economy. Dr. Blyth also tells you what this shift of power means to financial markets, the fate of the EU, and the political and economic climate in the U.S. His straight-talking, no-holds-barred and frequently entertaining analysis tells it like it is, with powerful predictions of what’s to come.

British National Debate Vs. Nebraska Speech and Debate Team November 7, 2017 - 7 p.m.

“Is Regulation of Social Media Necessary to Protect Democracy?

Chuck & Linda Wilson Dialogue

Sponsored by the Department of Communication Studies and the Center for Civic Engagement

Since 1922, the National Communication Association has sponsored international student exchange tours for the purpose of promoting debate, discussion, and intercultural communication. Renowned for their wit, humor, and eloquence, members of the United Kingdom’s English-Speaking Union tour the United States each year, debating the best and the brightest at our institutions of higher learning. The list of tour alumni include a British Prime Minister, a Leader of the Opposition, an Archbishop of Canterbury, and many senior politicians, journalists, and businesspeople. It promises to be educational and entertaining for those interested in communication, civic engagement, international relations, and global politics. The event will be moderated by Aaron Duncan, UNL Director of Speech & Debate.

Misty Copeland February 13, 2018 - 7 p.m.

“A Conversation with Misty Copeland”

Presented by the Lied Center at Kimball Recital Hall

Limited tickets will be available starting Jan. 8, 2018 for $10.

In 2015, Misty Copeland became the first African American female Principal Dancer in American Ballet Theatre’s 75-year history. Hear from this artist, author, entrepreneur and humanitarian about how she broke barriers and her work to inspire young people everywhere.