SEASIDE, Ca., Oct. 7, 2016 -- The 2016-2017 President's Speaker Series kicks off Thurs. Oct. 27 when President Ochoa hosts best-selling author and MSNBC analyst Richard Wolffe. The topic of conversation: Impacts of globalization on the Monterey Bay region and beyond.

Richard Wolffe is a best-selling author, journalist and digital media executive with extensive experience covering politics and foreign policy across multiple platforms.

“We are excited to welcome Richard Wolffe to begin our President’s Speaker Series on globalization,” said President Ochoa. “Mr. Wolffe is an outstanding international journalist who can offer a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities that result from living in a more closely interconnected world.”

The speaker series is in keeping with Cal State Monterey Bay’s role as a community resource, providing forums for provocative discussions that can impact thought and action on issues important to our community.

The event will take place at the CSUMB World Theater Thursday October 27, 2016 at 3:30 pm. A reception will immediately follow the presentation. Your RSVP confirms your attendance at both the presentation and reception. To RSVP or for more information please visit our President’s Speaker Series homepage.