The Technology & Society Colloquia Series features presentations by noted authors and academics and will challenge audiences to consider the impact of technology on our society.
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The pervasiveness of visual information is the foundation for this presentation by Robert N. McCauley, William Rand Kenan Jr. University Professor at Emory University.…
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The use of technology and propaganda by the Nazis and the Islamic State group is examined and compared in this presentation of Pennsylvania College of Technology's…
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Rick Bass, author, activist and geologist, presents "A Pilgrim’s Wilderness: Lessons on the Environment, War & Technology" in this edition of…
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Feeding the future is the focus of Gary A. Sojka’s hour-long lecture. The former Bucknell University president floats a number of solutions for audience…
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Internet crime fighter and part-time accounting instructor William E. Ebersole advocates "cyberhygiene" to protect our connected devices and personal…
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While some may view the ever-increasing energy appetite of an ever-growing global population with gloom and alarm, a guest lecturer from the University of Notre Dame…
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This fascinating colloquium, entitled "Google Meets Aldo Leopold: Information, Technology, 21st Century Environmental Ethics," combines readings from…
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Alan R. Neuner, vice president for facilities operations for Geisinger Health System, presents "Improving National Health Through Energy Efficiency" in this…
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David S. Richards, professor of physics, examines scientific aspects of time and humanity's desire to control it during this fascinating edition of the Colloquia…
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Millions around the world are suffering the symptoms of serious or terminal illnesses, yet only one in 10 has access to effective pain management tools. Three local…
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“Our Never-Ending Battle Against Infectious Diseases: The Winners, the Losers and Where We Go from Here” is the title of a program that was offered on…
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Lisa R. Bock, assistant professor of computer information technology at Pennsylvania College of Technology, tackles a timely issue with her presentation: "Who Am I;…
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This enlightening presentation addresses building-science concepts, various methods of measuring power consumption and the importance of an energy audit. Pennsylvania…
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How do we maintain our interpersonal relationships and communication skills as we experience the benefits of technology? Three Pennsylvania College of Technology faculty…
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Craig A. Miller, assistant professor of history and political science, explores “Technology, Power and Responsibility" in this colloquium. Miller uses the…