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In this series of talks, Fellows showcased the significant contributions and important issues they have passionately pursued since participating in the Institute.

Carol Dougherty, the Margaret E. Deffenbaugh and LeRoy T. Carlson Professor in Comparative Literature and a professor of classical studies at Wellesley College, explores the intersection between technological advancement and the morals of the story of Prometheus.

The Albright Institute’s annual Public Dialogue with Secretary Albright will focus on understanding the demands of advancing beyond resettlement into rebuilding society.

Mfoniso Udofia '06, Artist and Educator, NOW AFRICA: Playwrights Festival shared her personal experiences trying to “create authentic nuanced literature and roles for Africans within the American [United States] theater”.

Craig Silverman, Media Editor, BuzzFeed News discussed how fake news originates and spreads online and the lasting impact fake news can have on individuals’ perceptions of truth.

Larry Rosenwald, Anne Pierce Rogers Professor of American Literature; Professor of English, Wellesley College, discussed how the imaginative process is an important source of change.

Deborah Amos, International Correspondent, NPR News, shared her experiences reporting on the refugee crisis and discussed why sharing personal experiences is important to changing minds and inspiring people to take action.

by Professor Pat Berman, Wellesley College

by Shannon van Sant '99, Reporter and Documentary Filmmaker

by Professor Larry Rosenwald, Wellesley College

by Dan Chiasson, Associate Professor of English, Wellesley College

by Benita Fitzgerald Mosley, Sharon Taylor, Sue Enquist, Bridget Belgiovine, Mimi Murray

by Shiva Balaghi, Laya Khadjavi Visiting Professor of Iranian Studies, Brown University

by Larry Rosenwald, Anne Pierce Rogers Professor of English, Wellesley College