Mutter to give next 'Last Lecture'

On Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. in Hillside, Dr. Jay Mutter, professor of psychology, will unveil a fresh look at an old adventure, volunteering, in an evening devoted to “Change Matters.”

This is part of the “Last Lecture” series, in which faculty, chosen by students, were asked to deliver what would be their “last lecture ever.”
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Whether it is important to you to solve a community problem, advance a worthy cause or to develop as a person, volunteering offers a grassroots opportunity for change. Volunteers are regular people who donate their time to help individuals, organizations and causes by personal choice. Volunteering can help you make important networking contacts, learn and develop skills, enhance your résumé, gain valuable work experience make a difference in someone’s life.

At the core of volunteering, lies an expression of concern about someone or something other than you. It’s about going the distance and putting your values and beliefs into action. Volunteering can help you to explore interests, meet new people and see lands you’ve never dreamed possible.

Kowles to give final ‘Last Lecture Series’*

Dr. Richard Kowles, Distinguished Professor of Biology, will present the fourth installment of the “Last Lecture Series” at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 11. Dr. Kowles’ topic will be “Let’s End the Schism Between the Techs and the Fuzzies.”
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Kowles says the title is a reference to the often -stated “liberal arts versus the sciences.” The “Versus” in this statement should be deemed by everyone, including the techs and the fuzzies, as being absurd. They are not exclusive entities; rather, the two thought processes should be continually interweaved. Those in the humanities need to realize the world is not run by magic. Those in the sciences need to incorporate into their work how others view science and all of its ramifications. A number of examples will be presented that will illustrate the point. The event, sponsored by the Office of Residence Life, will be held in the basement lounge of Hillside Hall. Refreshments will be provided by Chartwells.

For this series, students were asked to nominate and recognize fantastic teaching faculty and staff by awarding them the opportunity to give a hypothetical “last lecture ever.”