About the event: Dr. Cary Nelson, UIUC Professor Emeritus and Jubilee Professor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, will give a talk about antisemitism at American universities. Professor Nelson has written or edited thirty-nine books on topics which include modern American poetry, antisemitism, and the politics of higher education. His newest book, "College Zionists Confront the Abyss,” about reactions to October 7, will be published this summer, and forms the basis of this talk. 

Doors will open at 5:30pm, and the lecture will begin at 6pm. Refreshments will be provided. 

Security: All attendees will be required to show a photo ID at the event registration table. 

Non-Disruption Consent: Please note that this is a private event, where all are welcome, provided they respect the spirit of the gathering. Your registration confirms that you agree not to disrupt the event. If a disruption* occurs, you consent to being removed from the premises.

*The Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation reserves the right to determine the definition of disruptive actions. These include, but are not limited to, shouting or yelling, physical aggression, disrespect of staff and other attendees, and electronic disruption.

This event is co-sponsored by Illini Hillel.