The 60-Second Lectures have been a Penn Arts & Sciences tradition since 2003. Prior to the pandemic, you could find the School’s faculty on College Green every spring and fall, taking a minute to share their perspectives on a range of topics. As the world faced unprecedented challenges in 2020, the series went virtual and gave scholars a continued opportunity to share their insight and expertise.
Nicole Rust, Associate Professor of Psychology
"What Makes a Photograph Memorable?"
M. Susan Lindee, Janice and Julian Bers Professor of the History and Sociology of Science
"Weaponizing Truth"
Howard Neukrug, Professor of Practice in Earth and Environmental Science and Executive Director of The Water Center
"Good Climate Policy Starts with Good Water Policy"
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