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Events

Past Events

Each year The Pearson Institute hosts a variety of lectures, workshops and seminars. Unless noted otherwise, all events are held on the University of Chicago campus.

05.17.22

The Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Lecture

The fifth annual Reverend Dr. Richard L. Pearson Lecture will feature Ernesto Zedillo, Former President of Mexico (1994-2000).

May 17, 2022
12:30-1:30 PM CDT
University of Chicago International House
or Virtual 

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05.16.22

Moving On From Conflict Workshop

On May 16, The Pearson Institute and The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice at Queen’s University Belfast will host a workshop entitled Moving On From Conflict.

Reflecting on the role of lawyers in conflict and transition, as well as the impact of music and storytelling in conflict and post-conflict communities, this workshop will focus on how societies move forward once conflict has been resolved.

May 16, 2022

Chicago, IL

Agenda

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05.11.22

Life and Organization Management in War-Torn Ukraine

Join a panel discussion moderated by Pearson Faculty Affiliate Scott Gehlbach featuring a Ukrainian non-profit, policy and education professionals, as well as local volunteers. Participants will learn more about the daily routine of an ordinary Ukrainian, the living conditions in Ukrainian towns under attack, and how each person has urgently acquired new skills to make a contribution to Ukraine’s victory. The participants will also learn about the ways to help Ukrainian citizens under attack.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022
12:00 PM CDT 
Zoom Webinar

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James Robinson in Ukraine

Institute Director James Robinson presents themes from his internationally bestselling book, Why Nations Fail, at an event in Ukraine.