Alondra Nelson

"Alondra Nelson, the Harold F. Linder Professor of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study, shares stories of inspiration discussing bell hooks' impact on Black feminism and looks ahead to her lasting influence."

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"Soon after ratifying our Constitution, Americans adopted a Bill of Rights to guard against the powerful government we had just created... In the 21st century, we need a “bill of rights” to guard against the powerful technologies we have created."

The Institute for Advanced Study begins its 2021–22 academic year with a continuation of in-person activities. The Institute plans to welcome 271 new and returning scholars and scientists to campus, representing 114 academic institutions and hailing from 38 countries.

Wendy L. Brown has joined IAS as the UPS Foundation Professor in the School of Social Science. Brown’s foundational insights into neoliberalism, authoritarianism, feminism, sovereignty, progress, and tolerance, among other signature concepts, have revolutionized understandings of democracy and the modern powers that challenge it.

Alondra Nelson, Harold F. Linder Professor in the School of Social Science, sat down with WIRED magazine to discuss her work for the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

[Updated June 4] Click here to watch the commencement speech given at the City College of New York's commencement.

Alondra Nelson, Harold F. Linder Professor in the School of Social Science, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the City...