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Speaker Series

The President's Speaker Series brings nationally known scientists, political leaders, and writers to campus. Past speakers in the series include Maya Angelou, Elie Wiesel, and Frank McCourt.

The President's Speaker Series takes place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall.

Reserved Seating: Orchestra $27 / Balcony $22

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Judy Woodruff, "Inside Politics"

Saturday, October 7, 2017 • 8:00 pm
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building
Orchestra $27 | Balcony $22

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Broadcast journalist Judy Woodruff has become a trusted voice in America over an impressive career that spans more than three decades across CNN, NBC, and PBS. Currently co-anchor and managing editor for the PBS NewsHour, Woodruff's extensive broadcast experience includes her 12-year role as host of CNN's Inside Politics, as well as her tenure as White House correspondent for NBC News from 1977 to 1982.

Woodruff's presentation draws from major national and international stories and provides an inside perspective of the politics in play. Sharing insights on the Trump Administration, Congress, and the changing political landscape, "Inside Politics" will provide her take on reporting and interacting with the Washington political scene.

Joe Scarborough, "Political Outlook"

Saturday, March 10, 2018 • 8:00 pm
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building
Orchestra $27 | Balcony $22

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As the face of MSNBC's Morning Joe, former Florida Congressman Joe Scarborough pulls from his experience as an influential player in Republican politics. Through candid discussions about important issues that America faces each day, Scarborough and his Democratic co-host, Mika Brzezinski, have been praised by such publications as Newsweek, TIME, The New Yorker, and the New York Times for their "substantive, informative, and entertaining" show format.

A two-time New York Times best-selling author, columnist for The Washington Post, and founder of the Florida Sun, Scarborough's "Political Outlook" is a presentation of his analysis of the biggest current news stories, as well as a breakdown of the news you need to know about politics, elections, the economy, and what's next for America.