Professor Alexis Franzese on the Science of Happiness

Join President Connie Book and Professor Alexis Franzese as they discuss the science of happiness, authenticity, and how to build a life of meaning and purpose - including lessons learned from Disney! 

Dr. Alexis Franzese serves as associate professor of sociology and chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Elon University. Her most recent publication is a volume she co-edited with Dr. Jill Peterfeso of Guilford College called, "Why the Magic Matters: Discovering Disney as a Laboratory for Learning." It is set for release in August 2025.