E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues: David Brooks
co-sponsored by College of Journalism and Mass Communications
7:00 pm
Lied Center for Performing Arts
301 N 12th St
Lincoln NE 68508
Lincoln NE 68508
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New York Times Op-Ed columnist David Brooks has a unique gift for bringing audiences face to face with the spirit of our times, and he does so with humor and insight. A regular analyst on PBS NewsHour and NPR’s All Things Considered, he is a keen observer and commentator on politics and foreign affairs. His newest book, “The Road to Character,” tells the story of ten great lives that illustrate how character is developed and models how we can all strive to build rich inner lives.
Brooks currently teaches at Yale University. He holds honorary degrees from Williams College, New York University, Brandeis University, and Occidental College, among others. He has worked at the Weekly Standard—joining the magazine at its inception and eventually servings as senior editor—and has been a writer and/or contributing editor at the Wall Street Journal, Newsweek and the Atlantic Monthly.
Lecture Summary
Perhaps no journalist today is better than David Brooks at incisively—yet accessibly—analyzing culture and politics. As the 2016 presidential election approaches, he will provide context on the candidates and political process, in particular the surprising twists that were a hallmark of this election year.
Sponsored by NET – Nebraska’s PBS and NPR Stations, UNL Chancellor’s Office, College of Journalism and Mass Communications, and Center for Civic Engagement
For more information: https://enthompson.unl.edu/#brooks
Brooks currently teaches at Yale University. He holds honorary degrees from Williams College, New York University, Brandeis University, and Occidental College, among others. He has worked at the Weekly Standard—joining the magazine at its inception and eventually servings as senior editor—and has been a writer and/or contributing editor at the Wall Street Journal, Newsweek and the Atlantic Monthly.
Lecture Summary
Perhaps no journalist today is better than David Brooks at incisively—yet accessibly—analyzing culture and politics. As the 2016 presidential election approaches, he will provide context on the candidates and political process, in particular the surprising twists that were a hallmark of this election year.
Sponsored by NET – Nebraska’s PBS and NPR Stations, UNL Chancellor’s Office, College of Journalism and Mass Communications, and Center for Civic Engagement
For more information: https://enthompson.unl.edu/#brooks