Jean Goodwin, J.D.-Ph.D., SAS Institute Distinguished Professor of Rhetoric & Technical Communication, NC State
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Any scientist doing public-facing work should occasionally be reflecting on what responsibilities they are willing to undertake—what roles they want to play. Using the familiar typology laid out by Roger Pielke, Jr., are they setting out to be pure scientists, science arbiters, honest brokers or advocates? We'll use a relatively minor corner of the broader controversy swirling around COVID-19 as an opportunity for reflection in this chaotic and confusing moment. If you have a moment to prepare, take a look at the publication below.
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Speaker Bio
A twisty path through law and classical rhetoric has led Jean Goodwin to an interest in scientists' participation in civic controversies. As a member of the Leadership in Public Science cluster, "I not only 'think' but also 'do' that," helping with programming intended to foster commitment to, and capacity for, public-facing science at NC State University. Read more >
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