Global Conversations
LMU’s Global Conversations Series returns for the 2024-25 academic year with Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr., leading powerful discussions on race, family, heritage, identity, and much more.
Presented by the Office of the Provost and the Marymount Institute for Faith, Culture, and the Arts, the series brings scholars, artists, activists, writers, entrepreneurs, and creatives to the LMU campus to engage with and inspire our community.
Upcoming Events
Canceled: Henry Louis Gates, Jr. + Joe Maganiello
Due to the devastating wildfires continuing to impact the greater Los Angeles area, this event has been canceled.
While the current fire locations are far from campus and university operations remain normal, we recognize the profound impact these fires have had on many in our community. Our heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and support go out to all those affected.
Past Events
Ed O'Neill - October 25, 2024
Ed O'Neill, actor and comedian, will join Henry Louis Gates, Jr., in conversation on Friday, October 25, 2024.
Anthony Ramos - October 26, 2024
Anthony Ramos, Grammy-winning and Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated performer, joins Henry Louis Gates, Jr., in conversation on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
LeVar Burton - Jan. 11, 2024
LeVar Burton, actor, director, and education advocate, joined Henry Louis Gates, Jr., in conversation on January 11, 2024.
Julia Lee - Nov. 1, 2023
Henry Louis Gates, Jr., was interviewed by Julia Lee, Associate Professor of English.
David Chang - Oct. 27, 2023
David Chang, founder of Momofuku and Majordomo Media, joined Henry Louis Gates, Jr., in conversation.
Damon Lindelof - Jan. 18, 2023
Damon Lindelof, three-time Emmy-winner, creator of "Lost," "The Leftovers" and "Watchmen," writer and producer of "Star Trek," "World War Z," and more, joined Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr., to discuss his episode of "Finding Your Roots."
Angela Davis - Jan. 19, 2023
Professors Henry Louis Gates, Jr., and Angela Davis discussed Davis's episode of "Finding Your Roots" in addition to social justice issues, the problems associated with incarceration, and the generalized criminalization of communities affected by poverty and racial discrimination.
Cornel West - Oct. 7, 2022
Professors Henry Louis Gates, Jr., and Cornel West discussed the prevalence of culture wars in the U.S. and worldwide.
Wole Soyinka - March 4, 2022
The inaugural Global Conversation featured Nobel Laureate, writer, activist, and former President's Marymount Professor in Residence, Wole Soyinka.