Unpacking Nuclear Weapons: A Conversation with Laura Reed

Event Details:

• Date: December 16th
• Time: Noon to 1 p.m.
• Location: 1350 Main St., 9th Floor Gallery

About Laura Reed:

• Former Professor of Political Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (until 2022)
• Key Member of the U.S. Pugwash Committee (Nobel Peace Prize, 2005)
• Focus on reducing risks related to nuclear weapons and other weapons of mass destruction
• Affiliations:
• Harvard Kennedy School of Government
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• American Academy of Arts and Sciences
• Mount Holyoke and Hampshire Colleges
• Assistant Director, Five College Program in Peace and World Security Studies

Event Sponsors:

• Wilbraham and Monson Academy
• Sir Speedy
• NAI Plotkin

Ticket Information:

• Members:
• Without lunch: $5
• With lunch: $20
• Non-Members:
• Without lunch: $10
• With lunch: $25
• Lunch Registration Deadline: December 9th

Contact Information:

• Website: wacwestma.org
• Phone: 413-733-0110

About the World Affairs Council of Western Massachusetts:

• Founded in 1926 by the presidents of Mount Holyoke and Smith Colleges
• Mission: Connecting the local community with global issues through speaker events and educational programs
• Nonpartisan stance

Why Attend?

• Gain insights into the future of nuclear weapons from an expert
• Understand the complexities and risks involved in global security
• Ideal for students, professionals, and anyone interested in world affairs