In an age where fame is at the fingertips of anyone with a Twitch account or Instagram page, the allure of the spotlight has never been more pervasive. But what does it really mean to be famous? Is celebrity a fleeting illusion, a social construct, or a reflection of deeper truths about our culture and ourselves?

Join us for this Food For Thought module as we explore the complex world of modern celebrity. We’ll unravel the myths and realities of fame, debate the degree to which those we elevate should reflect our values, and investigate how watching the stars affects our own sense of self. 

Dates: Wednesdays, 5:45 pm to 7:00 pm.

• March 26

• April 2

• April 9

• April 16

• April 23

Location: Harrison College House, University of Pennsylvania

Registration: This program is open to all current undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. To RSVP, please complete the form below, using your university-affiliated email address.

If you are a Drexel University student, we ask that you RSVP at least 2 days in advance if possible since we will need to request that you be added to Harrison College House’s access list.

Deadline: March 21, 2025

Please direct any questions to Quinn Moore (qmoore@collegiuminstitute.org).