Presented by Richard Gunderman, MD, PhD
Join the IU Indianapolis Senior Academy for the 2026 Last Lecture featuring distinguished physician, educator, author, and humanities scholar Richard Gunderman, MD, PhD. Drawing on a career that has spanned medicine, philosophy, ethics, philanthropy, the humanities, and higher education, Dr. Gunderman reflects on the value of working at the intersections of disciplines and ideas.
In A Career on the Margins, Dr. Gunderman explores the concept of the "ecotone," a rich boundary zone where different environments meet and innovation flourishes. Through personal stories and insights from decades of teaching, scholarship, and service, he examines how creativity, discovery, generosity, and meaningful learning often emerge at the margins rather than at the center.
The lecture will offer reflections on lifelong learning, the transformative power of education, interdisciplinary exploration, and the relationships that shape our lives and communities.
About the Speaker
Richard Gunderman is a physician, educator, author, and professor at IU Indianapolis whose work has bridged numerous fields, including radiology, pediatrics, medical education, philosophy, philanthropy, and medical humanities. Over a distinguished career, he has taught generations of students, written extensively on medicine and ethics, and led outreach initiatives that inspire future healthcare professionals.
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Join fellow lifelong learners for an engaging exploration of purpose, creativity, and discovery across a lifetime of learning.