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This sampling of past Society of Skeptics speakers gives visitors an idea of the wide range of industries and perspectives represented by the weekly lecturers who have visited campus in recent years. This program is funded in part by The Class of 1968 Society of Skeptics Endowment Fund.
Nearly 34 years after graduating from Blair, Carrie Giddins Pergram ’92 returns to campus for Skeptics and a full-circle moment, sharing how an unexpected spark for politics led to a wide-ranging career in public service, journalism and teaching—and offering students insight into the many paths and possibilities within the political world.
Join us for the start of our spring Skeptics series, when Marksboro Mills founder Ruthie Perretti will share how her unconventional career—from Ralph Lauren designer to agricultural innovator and founder of Marksboro Mills—reflects has led to meaningful work, restoring local food systems and finding purpose through unexpected paths.
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