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Mo Rocca headlines free event at Worcester State

CBS correspondent and humorist will discuss “stories that matter” in partnership with the Museum of Worcester, followed by a book signing. But you’ve got to register first

The event with Mo Rocca is presented in conjunction with the Museum of Worcester (photo courtesy)

WORCESTER—Journalist, author and humorist Mo Rocca visits Worcester State University on Dec. 3 for a public talk and book signing, presented in partnership with the Museum of Worcester.

Rocca, an Emmy-winning CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, is known for his blend of history, curiosity and deadpan humor across television, podcasting and print. The event, called “A Conversation with Mo Rocca – Sharing Stories that Matter,” features the writer speaking on “stories that matter” spanning history, innovation and culture, according to Worcester State’s announcement.

Rocca is joined onstage by a Worcester State faculty member, representatives from the Museum of Worcester, and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. A book signing follows the discussion.

Along with his work on CBS Sunday Morning, Rocca hosts the long-running “Mobituaries” podcast, exploring the stories of “favorite dearly departed people and things.” His books include “Mobituaries: Great Lives Worth Reliving” and “Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks and Triumphs,” both New York Times bestsellers. He began his on-air career as a correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.

The Dec. 3 event is free and open to the public. It takes place at 6 p.m. in Worcester State’s Sullivan Auditorium. Registration is required; the university directs attendees to the event page for details.

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