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Great Decisions: Outer Space

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Join the Library and local experts as they look at nine of the most significant and far-reaching challenges facing the world. Each meeting begins with a video lecture followed by a facilitator-led discussion. Reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book is optional.

Topic Description: The launch of Sputnik 1 in October 1957 marked the beginning of the space era and of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. In the 21st century, there are many more participants in space, including countries such as India and China, and commercial companies such as SpaceX. How will the United States fare in a crowded outer space?

Facilitator: John Anderson, PhD, Faculty Emeritus, Physics Department at the University of North Florida

About Great Decisions:

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book (optional), and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss critical global issues facing America today. Each meeting begins with a video lecture followed by a facilitator-led discussion.

Registration is required for this event, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN is required for registration. If you do not have a card, click HERE to obtain one.

Registered seats may be forfeited five minutes after start of program. 

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLPrograms@coj.net.

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