Join us for a conversation on eye-tracking, media literacy, and more, as we explore the world of Before Your Eyes with Laura Crosswell, Director of the Center for Advanced Media Studies and Associate Professor of Health Communication at the University of Nevada, Reno. During this stream, we’ll have the chance to learn more about topics connected to her research including eye-tracking technology and its uses, media literacy, implicit bias, and public health messaging. Audience participation and questions are encouraged and welcome!

Laura Crosswell holds a joint appointment between the Reynolds School and the School of Medicine. Prior to joining the Reynolds School, she taught a variety of courses at the College of Charleston, Louisiana State University, and Arizona State University.

You can find Laura’s latest work in scholarly journals such as "Critical Public Health and Public Health Perspectives" as well as in her book, "Politics, Propaganda, and Public Health."  Her research focuses on the cultural implications of consumerism and persuasive texts, and she often uses advanced eye-tracking technology to examine the physiological and psychosocial influences of media content. Her work specifically concentrates on the politicized and commercialized mechanisms of public health messaging.

Humanities at Play explores and showcases the significance of the humanities in everyday life through games, media, and popular culture. Join us for dynamic and interactive online and in-person events designed to spark thoughtful conversation and reflection. Learn more at nevadahumanities.org/humanities-at-play.

This program is made possible by funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the United We Stand: Connecting Through Culture initiative.