The College of Arts and Sciences' Food for Thought livestream series serves as an opportunity for our alumni and friends to hear from faculty experts, explore topics of interest, and stay connected with Indiana University and the College. These online programs are free and recorded so you can participate regardless of your location or schedule.
See details about our Spring 2025 series below. Additional presentations will be added as their details are finalized.
Our Food for Thought program is so much more than just an educational series. It’s a way for alumni and faculty to reconnect with each other, and with Indiana University.
Rick Van Kooten, Executive Dean
Our March 12 will feature a presentation and Q&A with Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences Cara Wellman, who will explore how stress uniquely impacts the prefrontal cortex and its associated behaviors in males and females, offering critical insights into why women are disproportionately affected by stress-related disorders like depression and PTSD.
Our April 9 will feature a presentation and conversation with Ruth N. Halls Distinguished Professor of Photography Osamu James Nakagawa, who will share his artistic exploration of the legacy of Japanese American incarceration during World War II.
All of our past Food for Thought livestreams are available on the College's YouTube channel.
During this Food for Thought presentation, Professor of English Jonathan Elmer explored how Edgar Allan Poe’s aesthetic has evolved beyond literature into a powerful cultural brand, influencing diverse media forms he never knew, from film to video games.
During this presentation, Professor of Economics Christian Matthes discussed the state of the U.S. economy and its future trajectory.
In this presentation, Luther Dana Waterman Associate Professor of Sociology Anna Mueller discussed the social roots of youth suicide, using one community’s challenges as a case study to guide efforts in strengthening youth mental health and access to critical care.
If you have any questions about the Food for Thought series, please e-mail Director of Alumni Relations Vanessa Cloe.
