Explore the Human Psyche Through Zombies at Ohio University Event
Join Ohio University students, faculty, staff, and community members for an intriguing presentation titled “Zombies: Distorted Reflections of the Human Mind” at the Science Café-Humanities Café on October 29.
Event Details and Presenters
The session, led by Professor Fred Drogula from Classics and Religious Studies and Associate Professor Mary Kate Hurley from the English department, will commence at 5 p.m. in the Baker University Center Front Room. Can’t make it in person? Catch the livestream here.
Perks for Early Attendees
The first 50 attendees will receive coupons for complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Additionally, T-shirts will be distributed during the event.
The Cultural Impact of Zombies
From popular series like “The Walking Dead” to films such as “28 Days Later,” zombies have captivated audiences in the 21st century. Professors Hurley and Drogula will delve into how these narratives reflect significant changes in human thought over time.
Understanding Humanity Through Monsters
Zombies, more than just fictional creatures, are products of human imagination. By examining these monsters, we enhance our critical thinking and pattern recognition skills, gaining insights into how humans perceive their world through various lenses like religion, science, and literature. Essentially, the undead offer a mirror to the living minds that create and fear them.
Interactive Discussion
Audience engagement and questions are encouraged throughout the presentation.
About the Presenters
Professor Drogula, the Charles J. Ping Professor of Humanities since 2018, advises the “Monsters in Literature Club.” His expertise spans ancient Greek and Roman history, ancient religion, and military history. His notable work, “Cato the Younger: A Life at the Collapse of the Roman Republic,” was published by Oxford University Press in 2019.
Since 2013, Professor Hurley has been part of the Ohio University English faculty, focusing on medieval literature. Her research includes Old and Middle English, speculative fiction, and ecocriticism. In 2021, she published “Translation Effects: Language, Time and Community in Medieval England,” with Ohio State University Press.
About the Science Café Series
The Science Café series, sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research and Creative Activity and the Ohio University chapter of Sigma Xi, features research-based topics presented by OHIO faculty. Each event fosters a dialogue between presenters and the audience.
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars for the next Science Café on November 12, featuring Assistant Professor of Physics Christian Drischler.
For further details, visit the Science Café website.
