The E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues will feature the documentary film “Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai," on Nov. 15 to honor Maathai, an internationally acclaimed environmental and political activist who died days before she was scheduled to speak at UNL. Continue reading…
Margaret Rose Vendryes, artist and author of "Barthe: A Life in Sculpture," be at the Sheldon Museum of Art on Nov. 15 in conjunction with the exhibition "Richmond Barthe: Harlem Renaissance Sculptor." She will present a gallery talk at 3:30, and a lecture at 5:30 p.m. in the Sheldon auditorium. Continue reading…
The Students of Color Career Advisory Committee and Career Services have invited alumni of color to share and discuss their insights and experiences as they have pursued career interests. Join us at the Wick Alumni Center at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14 to hear what they have to say.
“Good science in maize genetics: Is serendipity involved?,” will be presented by National Academy of Sciences’ Ronald Phillips of the University of Minnesota, at 4 p.m., Nov. 16. A reception will be held at 3:30 p.m. The seminar is free and open to the public. Continue reading…
Geography Awareness Week is Nov. 14-18 and will feature talks by Paul Sutton from the University of Denver, a presentation by the authors of the newly released "Atlas of the Great Plains," the ever-popular Geography Bowl, a student photo contest and more. Continue reading…
Interested in working abroad or applying international interests working in the U.S.? Knowing where to look for opportunities is step one. Career Services will demonstrate the "Going Global" website and other resources to help you make connections at a workshop Nov. 15 and 16. Continue reading…
End of life decision-making is the focus of the fall Gerontology Colloquium on Nov. 15, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in room 110 of Jorgensen Hall. Dr. Kyle Haefele will lead a discussion after the film, "Consider the Conversation." Continue reading…