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Past Event Recordings

Below are recordings from past Principia events.

The Four Js—Jacob, Joseph, Jeremiah, and Jesus with Madelon Maupin (C’73)

October 3, 2024

We often associate Egypt with Moses, the Exodus, and as a place of enslavement, but it was also a place of refuge for many biblical figures. Bible scholar Madelon Maupin (C'73) will be leading a Principia Lifelong Learning trip to Egypt in 2025.

 Click here for the slides from the talk.

Building Peace

September 26, 2024

In the spirit of the Sermon on the Mount, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.” Our panelists will lead a discussion on how to be a peacemaker in our daily lives and how to pray about and help heal the world’s most pressing needs.

Panelists include: Janessa Gans Wilder (C’98), Roger Gordon, Arnold Kalala (C'26), Dr. Jennifer Stollman, Dr. Peter van Lidth de Jeude (C’04), and John W. Williams (C’76). 

Embraceable You – the Music of George Gershwin

June 21, 2024

Principia Lifelong Learning presents a special Summer Session concert with Dr. Marie Jureit-Beamish as she performs some of the greatest love songs of all time with baritone Michael McMullin (C’85).  

A Conversation with The Christian Science Monitor Managing Editor Amelia Newcomb: How the Monitor is Handling a Momentous News Year

June 18, 2024

Join Principia Lifelong Learning Summer Session attendees for an insightful, live conversation as Managing Editor Amelia Newcomb delves into how The Christian Science Monitor is navigating and reporting during such a momentous news year.

Principia Forward: Reimagining College Academics

June 11, 2024

Hear from Dr. Daniel Norton, Principia College President, Dr. Meggan Madden, Dean of Academics, Dr. Brian Roberts, Associate Dean of Academic Assessment and Curriculum about the College reimagination process.

A River Runs Through It: The Danube and Its Role in European History - Dr. Peter van Lidth de Jeude (C’04)

April 23, 2024

Enjoy a journey down the Danube River as we explore its role in the rise and fall of empires, nations, ideas, and traditions.

Solar Eclipses with Dr. Laurance Doyle

april 2, 2024

Join astrophysicist Dr. Laurance Doyle (HON'17) to learn about the history of solar eclipses, what to look for on April 8, and why total solar eclipses are such a marvel. See Dr. Doyle's eclipse viewer's guide.

Principia Forward: Master Planning and Beyond

March 28, 2024

Master planning initiatives began in the 2022-2023 academic year and have provided ample opportunity for innovative and exalted thinking. Learn how Principia is envisioning future campus spaces and prioritizing projects near and far. 

Economics and the Return of Metaphysics Dr. Matthew Cocks

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Principia College Assistant Professor of Economics Dr. Matthew Cocks takes a multidisciplinary approach in considering how our philosophy about consciousness can influence how we view the economy. 

Click here to view his references sheet from the talk.

An Evening of Inspirational Song with Andrew D. Brewis

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Enjoy an evening of inspirational song with Andrew D. Brewis part of the Principia College Music Department's 112th Concert and Lecture Series. Hear some of Brewis's original works and the performances following his week-long residency in Principia's Recording Studio mentoring Producer/Performer major students in creating new music.

Principia Forward: Sustainability

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Principia Forward webinar focused on sustainability in action across Principia. Hear from School and College faculty members Lynne Scott (C'01), Dr. Karen Eckert (C'80), and Dr. Nick Johnson (C'04) and students who are teaching, studying, and implementing sustainable practices. Learn about the new solar farm being installed on the College campus this year.