6 p.m.
The development of a vaccine to fight against SARS-CoV-2 is exciting news, but few of us understand what this means, beyond understanding it’s a possible barrier against COVID-19. Dr. Deborah Fuller, vaccinologist and professor of microbiology at the University of Washington will discuss the answers to these questions and more.
6:30 p.m.
In this episode, we’ll talk with experts about how kids have fared during the pandemic. From lockdowns, to home school, from the lack of school shootings, to friend group bubbles, we’ll hear from experts on the challenges and possible surprise benefits the lockdown has had on today’s youth. Featuring Jill Locke and Janine Jones; moderated by Hanson Hosein.
6:30 p.m.
At the start of the pandemic, we watched arts and cultural organizations shutter their doors to the public. And even though these doors were closed, creative minds were still at work. Ten months later, as some of these same organizations are beginning to slowly and carefully re-open, we what new and interesting things will we find? How will art reflect these last ten months? In this episode, we’ll check in with some of our nation’s leading cultural creators and creators. Featuring Priya Frank and Valerie Curtis-Newton; moderated by Hanson Hosein.
6:30 p.m.
Join UW President Ana Mari Cauce for a celebration of the UW’s international community in this exciting finale to UW Converge 2020. President Cauce will share her insights into the University, our global impact and outlook for the future.
4:30 p.m.
How might a pandemic year of digitally mediated life change society for good? Margaret O’Mara explores how this extraordinary year reveals both the great possibilities and immense limitations of technology.
4 p.m.
Sarah Willen of the University of Connecticut will discuss her new book “Fighting for Dignity: Migrant Lives at Israel’s Margins.”
5:30 p.m.
Travel back in your imagination with Rick Steves and Trina Deines, Director Emeritus of the UW Rome Center, to Rome’s most fabulous and storied locations. Virtually visit the food, culture, history, and architecture of the Eternal City, and make sure to take notes for a future trip.
6:30 p.m.
What will travel look like in a post-COVID world? Join Rick Steves ’78 for thought-provoking discussion with UW Study Abroad Director Wolf Latsch on the joy and future of travel.
5:30 p.m.
Join new Jackson School Director Leela Fernandes and Akhtar Badshah as they explore the essential role of area studies and international engagement in building a brighter future for all.
Noon
Abderrahmane Sissako is a Mauritanian-born Malian film director and producer whose themes include globalization, exile and the displacement of people. Conversation will be in French and English.