UGA’s 2025 Charter Lecture: Regents’ Professors Delivering Keynote Address
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UGA’s 2025 Charter Lecture: Regents’ Professors Delivering Keynote Address

Labor Geography and Infectious Diseases: UGA Faculty to Deliver 2025 Charter Lecture

Two distinguished University of Georgia professors, Andrew Herod and M. Stephen Trent, known for their groundbreaking research in labor geography and infectious diseases, will present the annual Charter Lecture on March 26. Both Herod and Trent were recently named Regents’ Professors by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents for their exceptional scholarship and contributions to their respective fields.

Andrew Herod, a Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Geography, is a leading expert in labor geography, a field he helped establish in the 1990s. His research spans from studying the adaptation of U.S. dock workers to technological advancements to analyzing the impact of COVID-19 on labor markets. Herod’s work has earned him prestigious accolades, including a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2023, recognizing his exceptional scholarly contributions.

M. Stephen Trent, UGA Foundation Distinguished Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases, is renowned for his research on bacterial cell surfaces and antibiotic resistance. His findings have significantly advanced scientists’ understanding of antibiotic resistance and have led to the development of novel antibiotics and vaccines. Trent’s research has attracted over $30 million in external funding and has been published in leading scientific journals.

The 2025 Charter Lecture, sponsored by the Provost’s Office, is part of UGA’s spring Signature Lecture Series. This event, established in 1988, honors the ideals expressed in the 1785 charter that established UGA as the birthplace of public higher education in America.

The lecture will take place at 11 a.m. on March 26 in the Chapel and is open to the public. Accommodations for those with disabilities should be requested at least seven days in advance by contacting Will Richardson in the Office of the Provost.

In conclusion, the 2025 Charter Lecture featuring Andrew Herod and M. Stephen Trent promises to be a captivating event showcasing the groundbreaking research of these esteemed faculty members. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from two of the world’s leading scholars in labor geography and infectious diseases. Join us on March 26 to explore their innovative work and gain insights into the pressing issues facing our society today.