On Oct. 2, Raisman, a six-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time gymnastics team captain, took the stage at Scripps Presents to share lessons from her athletic journey and trauma healing process. Raisman came forward as a survivor of sexual abuse in 2017 and is now an avid advocate for sexual assault survivors. In telling her story, Raisman noted how devastatingly common abuse is, and emphasized that speaking out can be extremely terrifying.
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Monica Lewinsky in conversation: Reclaiming the narrative
“In my family, we call [1998] The Brainwashing. The younger generations said — ’wait, the 24-year-old young woman had more consequences than the 50-year-old most powerful man in the world.’ That insistence to revisit the story and to revisit me as a person created this current [of change]” Monica Lewinsky said.
Misty Copeland and her unexpected journey into dance
On April 15 at Scripps College’s Garrison Theater, Misty Copeland spoke about her unlikely journey into the dance world and her work in making the arts more accessible.
‘Laughing Matters’ brings Jeff Wright and Joey Avery to Scripps
On Thursday, Feb. 27, comedians Jeff Wright and Joey Avery performed stand-up sets at Garrison Theater as a part of Scripps Presents’ “Laughing Matters” series. Wright, a writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers, and Avery, a comedy club headliner and podcast host, set out to entertain students and community members alike with an hour of dynamic material.
In between languages: Su Yeong Kim on language brokering in immigrant families
On Feb. 18, Dr. Su Yeong Kim, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, discussed her hopes for the future of language brokering among children in immigrant families. Scripps Presents hosted Kim for the Marion Jane Memorial Lecture.
‘The Daily’s’ Michael Barbaro and Nate Cohn talk politics and the election at Scripps Presents
Michael Barbaro and Nate Cohn, two New York Times (NYT) journalists, discussed the 2024 election at Scripps College’s Garrison Theater on Oct. 1. Barbaro, co-host of the podcast The Daily, and Cohn, chief political analyst, shared insights on voter trends, candidate narratives and the volatile state of politics today.
Paralympian, amputee Lacrosse trailblazer and survivor star Noelle Lambert motivates and shares stories at Scripps Presents
Multi-sport Paralympian and Survivor Season 34 star Noelle Lambert shares the paralympic journey and story of endurance at Scripps College’s Garrison Theater as part of the ongoing speaker series “Scripps Presents.”
Scripps Presents Jessica Bendinger: Fight for Your Voice
Jessica Bendinger, renowned for scripting iconic films like “Bring It On” and “Stick It,” spoke at Balch Auditorium, as part of a Scripps Presents event on Feb. 8. Bendinger shared insights into her storytelling journey from childhood to Hollywood. She discussed deriving inspiration from personal challenges, including growing up with divorced parents and battling mononucleosis, which fueled her passion for storytelling and entertainment.
Aaron Sorkin tells all: writing, managing criticism and why he loves what he does
On Nov. 7 at Scripps College’s Garrison Theater, Emmy-winning writer-director-producer Aaron Sorkin spoke with Claremont High School theater educator Krista Carson Elhai as part of the ongoing speaker series “Scripps Presents.” Sorkin shared wisdom and his struggles during his ascent in the entertainment industry.
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón discusses the importance of grief
On Nov. 2, Ada Limón, the 24th United States Poet Laureate, 2023 MacArthur Fellowship Genius grant awardee and the author of six poetry books, joined the Scripps Presents in Conversation lineup — a series inviting storytellers, artists, policymakers and musicians to share their contributions to leadership and critical thought on important current issues.