Lecture: “From Beirut to Baghdad: Globalization & Human Rights in the Middle East and Beyond”

Dr. Thomas Abowd, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Wayne State University, will deliver the Faith Zeadey Memorial Lecture on Globalization and Human Rights 7pm, Thursday, November 16th, Eager Auditorium, Sullivan Building, Worcester State College.

“From Beirut to Baghdad: Globalization & Human Rights in the Middle East and Beyond.”

“Professor Abowd is a long time scholar and activist on issues of peace and justice in the Middle East. He recently returned from a trip to the region and will share his experiences and analysis about the problems it faces the possibilities for change. He will also discuss the impact of the United States’ “War on terror” and its impact on these possibilities.”

Presented by the Worcester State College Sociology Dept., and Centers for the Study of Human Rights, Service Learning & Civic Engagement and Global Studies & Media Literacy. Co-sponsored by Saints Francis & Therese Catholic Worker.

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