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LECTURE – Dr. Michael Gasper, “Civil Wars in Lebanon and Syria”
Dr. Gasper will give a guest lecture on “Civil Wars in Lebanon and Syria” in Dr. Hazbun’s PSC 449 International Relations in the Middle East class, Tuesday October 11, 11 am to 12:15 pm in TH 113. Michael Gasper is Associate Professor of History at Occidental College in Los Angeles California. He is author of “The Power of Representation: Publics, Peasants and Islam in Egypt” (Stanford University Press, 2009) and co-editor of “Is there a Middle East: The Evolution of a [...]
Moundville Native American Festival 2022
Moundville Archaeological Park 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL, United StatesThe Moundville Native American Festival at the Moundville Archaeological Park celebrates its 34th year by reflecting on the past and celebrating how far the event has come! Make a trip to the park on October 12-15 for Native American performers, demonstrators, and Living History teachers to celebrate Native American culture. Learn more about the festival on the Moundville website.
DARDEN LECTURE – Dr. Cassandra Quave
North Lawn Hall, Room 2005 221 Hackberry Lane, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesHosted by the Department of Biological Sciences, Dr. Cassandra Quave will present the 2022 Darden Lecture titled "The Plant Hunter: A Scientist's Quest for Nature's Next Medicines." Plants are the basis for an array of lifesaving and health-improving medicines we all now take for granted. Ever taken an aspirin? Thank a willow tree for that. What about medicines for malaria? Some of those are derived from cinchona and wormwood. In today’s world of synthetic pharmaceuticals, many people have forgotten this [...]
LECTURE – Philosophy Today Lecture Series: Dr. Elliot Sober
ten Hoor Hall 125 350 Marrs Spring Road, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe University of Alabama’s Department of Philosophy has invited Dr. Elliot Sober (The University of Wisconsin, Madison) to present a talk, “Darwin and Intelligent Design” on December 1, 2022 from 7:30pm-9:00pm in ten Hoor Hall, room 125. This event is open to the public and all are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Lesley Perkins at lpperkins@ua.edu.
PERFORMANCE – “The Imaginary Invalid”
Marian Gallaway Theatre 348 Stadium Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesArgan is a hypochondriac whose medical bills are the largest expense in his pocketbook. To save money, he decides to marry his oldest daughter, Angelique, to an up-and-coming doctor, Thomas. What better way to get free check-ups? Angelique refuses the marriage because she loves another. This forces Argan to give her an ultimatum: marry Thomas or join a convent. In a story filled with mistaken identities, tumultuous relationships, and one clever servant, will Angelique marry or does a convent await her? [...]
Moundville Native American Festival 2022
Moundville Archaeological Park 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL, United StatesThe Moundville Native American Festival at the Moundville Archaeological Park celebrates its 34th year by reflecting on the past and celebrating how far the event has come! Make a trip to the park on October 12-15 for Native American performers, demonstrators, and Living History teachers to celebrate Native American culture. Learn more about the festival on the Moundville website.
PERFORMANCE – Alabama Repertory Dance Theatre
English Building Auditorium 428 Colonial Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesAlabama Repertory Dance Theatre returns to the stage for its 31st season with graceful performances choreographed by our nationally acclaimed dance faculty. Join us for a transformative visual experience and lively journey through motion. Purchase tickets in advance online.
The Helen Crow Mills and John Carrol Mills Lecture Series: Dr. Hunter Waite
Gallalee Hall 227 514 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesDr. Hunter Waite will present the Fall 2022 Mills Lecture titled "Jupiter and the Galilean Moons: The ongoing NASA Juno mission to Jupiter and future exploration of Europa by the NASA Clipper mission." The Helen Crow Mills and John Carrol Mills Lecture Series was established and endowed in UA’s College of Arts and Sciences by Helen Mills Pittman and her late husband, Dr. John Mills, of Birmingham, to bring successful and distinguished alumni and citizens to campus to speak as [...]
Arts and Sciences Homecoming on the Quad
Visit the Arts and Sciences Tent on the Quad. Our departments will be outside with demonstrations, activities, and giveaways for all ages! Date: Saturday, October 22 Location: Quad - near Denny Chimes (See the Homecoming map for location details) Time: 12-3pm
Registration for Spring 2023 Begins
Find the full UA Academic Calendar on the University Registrar’s website. Make an appointment with A&S Student Services.