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Past Discussions
Spring 2011 (03/31/2011 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Cyber Insecurity – In an age of mass electronic information, cyber security must be taken into careful consideration. Discuss security concerns as they apply internationally, locally, and individually (including resources and techniques for ensuring personal cyber safety).
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Speakers:
- Fred Cate, Law Professor and Director of the Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research, Indiana University
- Kurt Seiffert, Manager for Research Storage, Indiana University
Fall 2010 (12/09/2010 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: The Many Faces of Human Trafficking — Illegal trafficking in humans is the 2nd most profitable international trade, coming in above illegal drugs, and it has been documented in U.S. Midwestern cities. Explore the history of global human trafficking and learn about Indiana legislation regarding human trafficking and what communities can do to eradicate it.
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Speakers:
- Stepanka Korytova, Visiting Scholar, Center for the Study of Global Change, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
- Julie McGinnis, J.D., Legal Advocate for Middle Way House, Bloomington, IN
Spring 2010 (4/29/2010 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Geothermal Systems: A Low Cost and Environmentally Friendly Energy Option — Ball State University (BSU) will no longer use coal to heat and cool its campus. Learn about BSU's geothermal plans, how this energy option is available locally, and its far reaching effects globally.
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Speakers:
- John Mundell, President/Senior Environmental Consultant, Mundell and Associates, an earth and environmental services consulting company, Indianapolis, IN
- Don Seader, Founder/Owner, Worldwide Automotive, Bloomington, IN
Winter 2010 (1/28/2010 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Genetically Modified Organisms: Promise or Peril? — Join a panel of local farmers and scientists to ponder global hunger and effects of GMOs on local and global food production.
Speakers:
- Elizabeth Casey, Agricultural Researcher, Purdue University, Lafayette, IN
- Amy Countryman, Organic Farmer, Masters Student, Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Bloomington, IN
- Dale Conrad, Traditional Farmer, Greene County, IN
- Kenny Jochim, Traditional Farmer, Evansville Area, IN
Spring 2009 (4/30/2009 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Global Health Threats in Indiana: Prepare for Tomorrow Today — Investigate the local implications of world-wide health issues. Bring your questions and learn what health threats are out there and how Bloomington and Monroe County citizens can prepare for them.
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Speakers:
- Lloyd Kolbe, Associate Dean for Global and Community Health, School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
- Vickie VanDeventer, Infection Control Practitioner, Bloomington Hospital and Coordinator, Hospital Bioterrorism Preparedness - Public Health District 8
- Penny Caudill, Administrator, Monroe County Health Department
Fall 2008 (11/20/2008 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Islam in Monroe County — Engage in a discussion about Islam in South Central Indiana and the inclusion of Muslim Hoosiers within the fabric of the Bloomington community.
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Speakers: Members of the local Muslim community will talk about and answer questions on their lives as Muslims in this area
Spring 2007 (3/22/2007 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: The Case for Economic Localization: Responding to Global Threats through Local Action (Case Study: Peak Oil & Climate Change)
Speaker: Megan Quinn, Outreach Director, The Community Solution, Yellow Springs, OH
Fall 2006 (11/09/2006 – 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
Topic: Globalization: Here to Stay? (The Macroeconomic Perspective)
Speaker: Larry Davidson, Professor, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
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