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Unfortunately The Tony Watkins Annual public lecture has had to be postponed.
We will let you know as soon as Dr De Vos has been able to reschedule.
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The Tony Watkins Annual Public Lecture commemorates the life and academic contributions of Tony Watkins, who sadly died on the 23rd December 2017
This year’s lecture will be given by Dr Jan De Vos, on Digitalizing childhood: leading the child via its synapses to a psychologized virtuality
About English Literature at Reading
The Department of English Literature at Reading has been an internationally recognised centre for research and teaching in English Studies for over a hundred years. Our teaching system, with its emphasis on seminars and tutorial work, encourages our students to discuss ideas with tutors and other students in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. All of our students have access to dedicated study advisors; our academic placement scheme and 'professional track' programme provide invaluable preparation for subsequent careers.