Ted Berger '72, the David Packer
Professor of Engineering at the University
of Southern California,
will speak on “Educating the Mind to Build the Brain: The Power of Integrating
Liberal Arts with Science and Technology” at Founders Day on Thursday, Feb. 17,
at 11:45 a.m. in Memorial Chapel.
He will receive an honorary doctor
of science degree.
Berger will describe his
experience in combining principles of the humanities, science and engineering
to develop “bionic” replacement parts for the brain, novel sensor systems for
homeland security, and start-up companies for commercialization of such
technologies.
Also at Founders Day, Hugh
Jenkins, professor of English, will receive the Stillman Prize for Excellence
in Teaching.
Earlier in the day, Berger will
give a breakfast talk, “The Pursuit of
Neuro Chip Technology,” on Thursday, Feb. 17, at 8 a.m. (breakfast starts at 7:30) at
College Park Hall, the former Ramada Inn. Hosted by the College and supported
by the Center for Economic Growth, the event is free and open to the public.
Attendees are asked to register in advance. To register or for more
information, call 465-8975.