About the Event
Trace the history of anatomy across Paris, London, and Scotland with UChicago faculty. To learn more about this trip and how we explore the collections, cemeteries, and scientific sites that shaped our modern understanding of the human body, join us for this online information session on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. CT.
Learn more about this travel program in this online information session led by trip scholar Peggy Mason, University of Chicago Professor of Neurobiology, and Matt Welton, Associate Director of Travel Study.
We will share more about the experience in the Travel Across Paris, London, and Scotland program, as well as answer your questions and explain how you can get started.
Who's Speaking
Peggy Mason
Peggy Mason is a professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the University of Chicago. After twenty-five years of researching the cellular mechanisms of pain modulation, her research interests have shifted to the biological basis of empathy and helping. A self-described “neuroevangelist,” she is thrilled for opportunities to teach neurobiology...
Peggy Mason is a professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the University of Chicago. After twenty-five years of researching the cellular mechanisms of pain modulation, her research interests have shifted to the biological basis of empathy and helping. A self-described “neuroevangelist,” she is thrilled for opportunities to teach neurobiology to interested audiences of non-specialists. Her efforts in this realm include reaching tens of thousands of people through her Twitter (@NeuroMOOC), her blog, and open online courses through Coursera.
Matt Welton
As Associate Director of Travel Study and Student Engagement at the Graham School, Matt works with Graham instructors to curate and manage a dynamic menu of travel opportunities designed to extend Graham School discussions beyond the greater Chicago area. Matt is passionate about finding ways to bring lifelong learners to locations where...
As Associate Director of Travel Study and Student Engagement at the Graham School, Matt works with Graham instructors to curate and manage a dynamic menu of travel opportunities designed to extend Graham School discussions beyond the greater Chicago area. Matt is passionate about finding ways to bring lifelong learners to locations where classroom texts truly come to life.
Prior to joining the Graham School, Matt served as the director of programming and communications on campus at ISAC (formerly the OI). At ISAC, Matt designed bespoke travel experiences for lifelong learners and museum patrons as they explored the ancient cultures of North Africa and West Asia. While overseeing programming and communications at ISAC, Matt worked with a team of educators and museum professionals to make these ancient cultures accessible to members of the Chicago community and beyond. Matt has also worked to foster engagement at several cultural institutions, including the Art Institute and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
You can contact Matt at mwelton@uchicago.edu
Outside of his work at Graham School, Matt enjoys buying more records than he has room for and traveling with family when his daughter’s school schedule permits.
Which Graham course would you most like to take and why?
I would be interested in taking a deep dive into medieval texts. Also, I would welcome a course on Spinoza that would force me to read the text while opening pathways of understanding through discussion.