Lectures on Tap - "Why Humans Speak: The Evolution and Origins of Language"

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📚 Lecture: “Why Humans Speak: The Evolution and Origins of Language”

🎤 Speaker: Dr. Keegan Lannon

Join us for a fascinating evening with Dr. Keegan Lannon as we explore one of the most intriguing questions in human history: Why have humans developed the ability to speak? Among the over 8 million species on our planet, only humans have created complex language, and this raises a host of questions.

In this thought-provoking lecture, Dr. Lannon will examine the neurological, evolutionary, and societal factors that contribute to our unique ability to communicate through sound. With 98% of our DNA similar to that of chimpanzees, what sets us apart? Are we truly a superior species, or do we share more with our animal counterparts than we realize?

Dr. Keegan Lannon is a lecturer at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he passionately explores the intersections of language, communication, and the arts, particularly through the lens of comics. His unique interdisciplinary approach will provide valuable insights into the evolution of human speech.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the intriguing science of language with the insightful Dr. Keegan Lannon!

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Agenda

6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.

6:55 PM – Host introduction

7:00 PM – Lecture begins

7:45 PM – Audience Q&A

8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round

8:30 PM – Wrap up.

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