UofL to recognize Kentucky women who pushed for civil rights
The African American Theatre Program at the University of Louisville will celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a play, keynote address by journalist Betty Baye and recognition for three women who helped advance the civil rights movement in Kentucky.
Faculty artists show wide range of recent work
Even as fine arts professors encourage students to push their creativity and technical abilities, a new Cressman Center for Visual Arts exhibition shows that these University of Louisville teachers also continue to produce their own artwork.
Simple test can indicate cervical cancer
Researchers at the University of Louisville have confirmed that using the heat profile from a person’s blood, called a plasma thermogram, can serve as an indicator for the presence or absence of cervical cancer, including the stage of cancer.
Students to generate awareness about human trafficking at conference
The University of Louisville Women ‘s Center and Women4Women Student Board are raising awareness of human trafficking and encouraging the Louisville community to help survivors recover.
Weather conditions lead to changed registration, payment deadlines
Due to classes being canceled on the first day of class for Spring 2014 classes, the registrar’s office has adjusted some of its deadlines. Here are the new deadlines:
Forums to focus on community issues
The University of Louisville/Yearlings Club spring forum series will open with a Jan. 12 examination of local initiatives to help young black men and will continue with discussions of school desegregation, immigration reform and community spirit.
Luncheon talks showcase professors’ research, interests
Researchers who can offer a taste of topics ranging from global climate change to Edwardian paintings and from author Virginia Woolf to rainforest ants will speak during a University of Louisville luncheon lecture series this spring.
New exhibit showcases work of long-time Fine Arts Professor John Whitesell
Since 1973, John Whitesell has been a professor of fine arts, specializing in printmaking. A new exhibit at the Hite Art Institute will showcase his career highlights from the last 40 years.
Bowl fans unite to provide aid to typhoon survivors
About 50 students, alumni and fans of the University of Louisville and University of Miami came together Dec. 28 not to toss verbal jabs at each other, but to work together on a service project in Orlando.
Commencement ceremony marks life-changing milestones for graduates
Nearly 800 scholars participated in commencement Dec. 19 as they made the final transition from student to graduate.