Tuesday, February 18, 2014

UAB Professor Dr. Angela Lewis at the Norton Theater: February 20th, 4 p.m.

In honor of Black History Month, Dr. Angela Lewis, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, is scheduled to speak at BSC's Norton Theater this February 20th, at 4 p.m. Dr. Lewis, who teaches courses on American politics and the politics of race, plans to present on the work covered in her most recent book, Conservatism in the Black Community: To the Right and Misunderstood, published by Routledge in 2013. Her work mainly observes the influence that contemporary Black Conservatism has on black political behavior in the United States. Additionally, Dr. Lewis not only teaches courses at UAB but also actively participates in student organizations on UAB's campus and serves as a political analyst for a few radio stations centered in Birmingham.

To all BSC students, this event is classified as an EEIS Cultural Credit.

Thursday, February 13, 2014

Kevin Shook, Provost's Forum

This upcoming Tuesday (February 18), Professor Kevin Shook will present a lecture titled "Simulacrumedia" during Common Hour in the Norton Theatre. This lecture coincides with his art exhibition that opened in the Durbin Gallery earlier this month. The exhibition will be on display until February 27.

In the artist's words, "Simulacrumedia is an installation on the subject of media and its effects on social communication and how we perceive reality. The work explores the process of interpreting the world within a visual framework. This specific process stems from the ritual interaction society has with media: smartphone, laptop, newspaper, or billboard. This interaction creates a hyperreality that connects, yet distances, individuals from one another."

(This event will also earn you an EEIS credit!)

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Provost's Forum: "Musical Rhetoric, the Affections, and Buxtehude's Keyboard Music"

On Thursday, February 13th, Dr. Leon Couch III will deliver a Provost's Forum on "Musical Rhetoric, the Affections, and Buxtehude's Keyboard Music." It is to be held in Hill Recital Hall at 11 a.m.

An assistant professor of music, Dr. Couch gives recitals and lectures throughout the country, and has also released a solo recording, Hamburger Rhetoric. Dr. Couch's areas of academic interest include music theory and organ performance. Read more about Professor Couch and his accomplishments on his website http://profcouch.us/.

Head over to Hill Recital Hall during Common Hour this Thursday to expand your knowledge of music. This event will count towards an EEIS credit.

Sunday, February 9, 2014

BSC Award for Excellence in Library Research

Students: Remember that paper that you cost you so many sleepless nights? Your hard work could earn you glory!

BSC’s student-edited Southern Academic Review is soliciting papers for publication in its next issue.
In conjunction, the Library is offering a prize for current first- and second-year students for the finest paper, written in any BSC class, that shows a breadth, depth, and understanding of research. The BSC Award for Excellence in Library Research, which includes a $300 honorarium, will be presented on Honors Day and published in The Southern Academic Review!

Submission Guidelines:
-Essays should be 8-16 pages including bibliography (double spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, paginated).
-All methods of citation (APA, Chicago, MLA, etc.) will be accepted.
-All submissions should be sent as a word document with the subject line- "SAR Submission—Name."
-The cover email should contain an Essay Abstract (100-150 words).
-Students may submit more than one essay.

Send submissions and/or questions to McKenzie Davies (mndiaves@bsc.edu), Sean McCarthy (sjmccarthy@bsc.edu), or Lauren Chisholm (lechisho@bsc.edu). The deadline is February 14.

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Art Opening: "Simulacrumedia"

This Friday marks the opening of the art exhibition "Simulacrumedia" by Professor Kevin Shook. The opening reception will last from 6-8pm on Feb. 7 in the Durbin Gallery, with a lecture by the artist to be presented on Feb. 18.

In the artist's words, "Simulacrumedia is an installation on the subject of media and its effects on social communication and how we perceive reality. The work explores the process of interpreting the world within a visual framework. This specific process stems from the ritual interaction society has with media: smartphone, laptop, newspaper, or billboard. This interaction creates a hyperreality that connects, yet distances, individuals from one another."

The exhibition will be on display through Feb. 27, and is free and open to the public. Normal gallery hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30-4:45.

Monday, February 3, 2014

Dr. Doug Riley, Provost's Forum

Welcome back, Panthers! Spring term is officially here, and we hope you all had a great (and safe) January! The start of spring usually signals a mad dash to finish up those EEIS requirements, so with that in mind, the first opportunity for credit this term is this Tuesday (Feb. 4). Doug Riley, BSC Associate Professor of Mathematics, will deliver his Provost's Forum lecture "Exploring Mathematics through Writing" during Common Hour in the Norton Theatre. If you're interested in mathematics, or just short on EEIS credits, make an effort to stop by!