Faculty in MSOE’s Humanities, Social Science and Communication Department are pleased to present the Down the Rabbit Hole Lecture Series. The series invites students, faculty and members of the community to explore complex and thought-provoking topics that challenge conventional perspectives. Featuring engaging talks by MSOE faculty, the series is designed to spark curiosity, foster interdisciplinary dialogue, and encourage deeper inquiry into societal, cultural and historical issues. This initiative reflects the department’s commitment to cultivating critical thinking and intellectual exploration across the MSOE community.

All lectures are free and open to the public and take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Grohmann Museum at MSOE, 1000 N. Broadway. Call (414) 277-7351 with questions.

• Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 – “Representing Homelessness” by Dr. Katherine Wikoff, professor
• Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 – “The Myth of Dangerous Ideas: Lessons from the History of Philosophy and Science” by Dr. Aaron Spink, assistant professor
• Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – “Optimization and its Discontents: Winnicott’s Enduring Lesson on Being Good Enough” by Dr. Allison Rulseh, assistant professor
• Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – “How to Love Your Neighbor: Mutual Aid and Care for Precarious Times” by Dr. John Beardsley, adjunct assistant professor