Darwin Week 2009

Celebrating the Darwin Bicentennial

Events

Discussion: Evolution, Science and Society

(Tuesday, Feb. 17, 7:00 in CUE 203)

As a scientific theory, evolution has a unique place in our society—most people have strong opinions about it, but few really know what it says. Misunderstandings and misperceptions about the science of evolution will be addressed in short lectures by two WSU scientists: "What Evolution Isn't" (Dr. Mike Webster, School of Biological Sciences), and "10 Ways That Evolution Impacts Your Everyday Life" (Dr. Dan Rodgers, Department of Animal Sciences). Audience members are invited to discuss these issues with a panel of experts after the talks.

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Moderator: Carol Anelli

(Department of Entomology and Honors College, WSU): Studies history of entomology and evolutionary thought

Tim Kohler

(Department of Anthropology, WSU): Studies culture change and cultural evolution through archaeology.

Dan Rodgers

(Department of Animal Sciences, WSU): Comparative genomics and molecular regulation of skeletal and cardiac muscle development.

Matthew Slater

(Department of Philosophy, UI): Specializes in the philosophy of science.

Gail Stearns

(Director, The Common Ministry at WSU): Works with students and faculty at the intersection of intellectual understanding of faith and religion.

Mike Webster

(School of Biological Sciences, WSU): Studies the behavior and evolution of birds.

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As a young man, Charles Darwin sailed around the world aboard the HMS Beagle. The things he saw on that epic voyage made him realize that life changed over time, that living species today have descended from common ancestors in the past, and that something he called "natural selection" was the main driving force behind this change. Today Darwin's key insights permeate all of science and form the basis of modern biology.

Even today, exhibits all across the world are dedicated to honoring Darwin and teaching his ideas.

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