Discover how the intersection of Arts, Sciences, and Humanities come together to activate and inspire groundbreaking and influential figures.
![Yo-Yo Ma](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Yo-Yo_-800x800.png)
Yo-Yo Ma
What do a cellist and anthropologist have in common? A love for humanity and what makes us tick.
![Mae Jemison](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/mae-jemison-800x800.png)
Mae Jemison
Nothing says shoot for the stars more than becoming the first African American woman to go to space!
![Brian May](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Brian-800x800.png)
Brian May
Shredding on the guitar and studying the dust of asteroids, Brian May has shown us that artistic and scientific thinking are more related than you’d think.
![Abraham Verghese](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Abraham-800x800.png)
Abraham Verghese
A self-subscriber to the Ministry of Healing, Abraham Verghese believes the patient’s story is the key to unlocking positive health outcomes.
![Hedy Lamarr](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Hedy-800x800.png)
Hedy Lamarr
With a resume that includes Hollywood starlet and inventor: imagine what Hedy Lamar could have achieved if her beauty hadn’t stood in the way.
![Masi Oka](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/masi-oka-800x800.png)
Masi Oka
From in front of the camera to behind the camera, Masi Oka has made his mark in the imaginations across the world.
![Sammus](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Sammus-800x800.png)
Sammus
Dropping personal truths over rhythmic synths while professing musicality in the halls of academia, Sammus is proof in following your truth.
![Jaron Lanier](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Jaron-800x800.png)
Jaron Lanier
Widely known as the father of virtual reality, Jaron Lanier is now one of the internet’s most outspoken critics. Talk about a 180!
![Mayim Bialik](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Mayim-800x800.png)
Mayim Bialik
Actor. Neuroscientist. Who better to host the iconic show, Jeopardy?
![Shirley Ann Jackson](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Shirley-800x800.png)
Shirley Ann Jackson
Advancing regulation around nuclear installations and inventing the tech behind caller i.D., Shirley Ann Jackson continues to keep us safe today.
![George Takei](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/George-Takei-800x800.png)
George Takei
George Takei is the ultimate Trekkie, fighting for acceptance for all while going boldly where no one has gone before!
![Janna Levin](/media/college-of-arts-and-sciences/convergence/Janna-800x800.png)
Janna Levin
Ever ponder the existence of extra dimensions or the mysteries of black holes in a speakeasy-esque setting? No? Then you haven’t mingled with Janna Levin.