Leggett-Umpleby Lecture Series Presented by Fred Daly

Nov 4, 2025 | D-E Traditions, Recent News, Seeking Excellence

Mr. Fred Daly, longtime D-E English Department faculty member, will be presenting the 10th Annual Leggett-Umpleby Lecture, titled “The Problem of Shylock: Teaching ‘The Merchant of Venice’ in the 21st Century” on Monday, Nov. 10, at 7:00 PM. The discussion, which will be held in Hajjar Auditorium, will consider the implications of when books that have been taught for years are suddenly deemed unteachable. Admission is free; no RSVP is required. We hope you’ll come out to support Mr. Daly!

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