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WHERE Am I Wearing?

Speaker:

Kelsey Timmerman

Time

Tuesday, Sep 02, 2014 at 7:00 pm

Location

Great Hall, Memorial Union

Kelsey Timmerman, journalist and traveler, is the author of Where Am I Wearing? A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People That Make Our Clothes. The book describes the connection between impoverished garment workers' standards of living and the all-American material lifestyle. His writing has appeared in publications such as the Christian Science Monitor and Condé Nast Portfolio and aired on NPR. He is also the author of Where Am I Eating? An Adventure Through the Global Food Economy. In an effort to connect people through stories and strengthen communities, Kelsey cofounded the Facing Project. Whether in print or in person he seeks to connect people around the world.