[An American Studies] American Studies Day

[http://www.americanstudiesday.com]
TONIGHT:
See James Fallows, editor of The Atlantic Monthly speak at the Cornog Auditorium at 6 pm as a preview to New Trier's 2nd Annual American Studies Day. The Cornog is located at 7 Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093.

This year's theme is "Media & Democracy", based on Fallows' book, Breaking The News: How the Media Undermine American Democracy.

TOMORROW:
We have an exciting line-up with many opportunities for participation. Our guest speaker will be Maria Finitzo, an award-winning filmmaker producing and directing documentary films for network television, public broadcasting, cable TV and the Internet. We will feature student- and teacher-led panels, presentations, and discussions. Please stick to your individually-assigned schedule for the day because some of the sessions are very tightly packed.