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will include: The origin and purpose of social connection in humans and non-humans The science of social connection Historical or contemporary challenges to social connection Social connection across differences Polarization, isolation, and political extremism Wisdom and cultural traditions on dis-connecting and reconnecting Mutual sustainability and thriving Social connection and purposeful living in community-building, civic engagement, and public service Strategies for re-connecting: courtesy

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selections from the award-winning docu-musical Witness Uganda, written and composed by former Peace Corps volunteer, Matt Gould, and actor and co-founder of the UgandaProject, Griffin Matthews. Most recently, Amie Bishop, Global Health and Human Rights Consultant and friend of Chris Stevens, delivered her lecture, Vulnerability Amplified: The Impact of COVID-19 on LGBTIQ People Globally, in 2021. All have drawn an audience from the Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia areas including the University of Washington

heading into the 2024 election. In this session, Dr. Michael Artime and a panel of Political Science majors will share their insights and answer questions from the audience. Tuesday, October 1 University Gallery Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Ingram Hall This exhibition highlights the wide range of subjects, media, and form that make up the University’s Permanent Art Collection. Fireside Chat: Mind the Inclusion Gap – 12 p.m. Pacific Time (Virtual) PLU alum Suzy Levy ’99 will share a handful