Scott Speaker Series: Bill Nye

This Event is Currently SOLD OUT.

Nye is best known as the host of the Emmy-winning series “Bill Nye the Science Guy,” which helped introduce a generation to science through humor and accessibility.

Today, he is a leading advocate for scientific literacy and evidence-based education. He continues to bring his love of science and flair for comedy to every appearance — deftly translating complex issues to help inspire audiences of all ages to engage with and improve our world.

Nye currently serves as CEO of The Planetary Society, the world’s largest non-governmental space organization. He is the host and executive producer of “The End is Nye” on Peacock and the science podcast “Science Rules! with Bill Nye.”

He has authored three New York Times bestselling books and has appeared on numerous television programs and films.

During his Pitt State presentation, Nye will address topics including space and planetary science, climate change, environmental issues, and science education.

Tickets:

$5 for students; $10 for faculty, staff, and seniors; and $15 for the general public. They may be purchased at the PSU Ticket Office, located inside the Weede Building, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, online at pittstate.edu/tickets, or by calling 620-235-4796 starting Monday, Jan. 12.

About the Speaker Series:

Pittsburg State University’s “H. Lee Scott Speaker Series: An Examination of American Life” was created in 2015 with a $2 million gift made by alumnus and former Walmart CEO Lee Scott and his wife, Linda.

The mission of the series is to deepen the level of discourse, enrich the university experience, and elevate the university’s reputation by examining American life from the perspective of nationally prominent leaders and innovators.

In making the gift for the speaker series, Lee Scott said: “We hope that the exposure to these successful leaders will enhance the educational experiences for students and inspire them to someday be invited to speak about leadership on this same stage.”