Join the Philomathean Society and Dr. Felicity Paxton, director of the Penn Women’s Center, for an afternoon discussion on topics of intellectual and personal interest. Come to relax, learn, reflect or simply to enjoy a cup of Earl Grey.

Dr. Paxton holds a PhD in American Studies from Penn, with master’s and undergraduate degrees from the University of East Anglia. Her research and teaching interests include the influences of ritual and gender in contemporary American life. Dr. Paxton has received numerous awards and honors for her research, including Fulbright and Thouron fellowships. Dr. Paxton also received a Distinguished Service Teaching Award at Penn in 2006. Previously, she taught at Emory University and at the University of East Anglia.

3.30 PM, 20 April, 2010 | 4th floor, College Hall

How many Ithaca Hours do you have in your wallet? Communities around the world have begun tackling social and economic problems by printing their own money. These community currency systems foster local exchange networks that support local businesses and even generate income for …individuals when national economies collapse. Our Money: Community Currency and Social Change explores unique currency systems in Ithaca, NY, the Berkshires, MA, South Korea, Japan, and Argentina. At the heart of an examination of community currencies are questions about capitalism, politics, and the future we want for our communities.

The Philomathean Society in collaboration with the Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business will screen the documentary “Our Money”, the four-year effort of College and Wharton senior Julia Luscombe.

Ms. Julia Luscombe and Professor Andrew Lamas of Urban Studies will introduce and discuss the film and issues of social change, alternative economies and community development.

Lunch will be provided. All Philomathean Society events are free and open to the public.