UW-Whitewater to Host Public Lectures in Whitewater and Janesville
Faculty from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater will present a series of lectures this fall exploring the theme “Standing the Test of Time.”
For more than 40 years, UW-Whitewater’s Continuing Education has hosted lectures in the Fairhaven Lecture Series in Whitewater. The Cedar Crest Lecture Series in Janesville started in 2020.
Lectures focus on timely themes such as elections, international events, inclusivity, and the economy. Many residents at Fairhaven — which partners with several university departments for resident engagement — are proud alums or emeriti faculty of UW-Whitewater.
This fall, presenters will explore a wide variety of topics from the transition of power in the U.S. to learning leadership from dogs. Faculty from all five colleges from both of UWW’s campuses will present. One lecture will also include several student researchers.
Lectures are free and open to the public. Free parking is available at both locations and registration is not required for either series.
The Fairhaven Lecture Series is based in Olm Fellowship Hall at Fairhaven Senior Services, 435 West Starin Road, Whitewater. They are held on Mondays at 3 p.m. and are open to all. Visit our website for lecture descriptions
The Cedar Crest Lecture Series will take place in the Clubhouse at Cedar Crest, Inc., 1702 South River Road, Janesville, and are held on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. More information is available at our website.
Patrons needing accommodations should contact UW-Whitewater Continuing Education (at least two weeks before the date of the lecture). Requests are confidential. UW-Whitewater provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA.
Please contact Kari Borne at bornek@uww.edu or 262-472-1003 for further information.
Lectures scheduled for the Fairhaven Lecture Series include:
September 15
Rooted in Tradition, Leading the Future: UW–Whitewater’s Journey in Teacher Education
Lana Collet-Klingenberg, Dean, College of Education and Professional Studies
September 22
September 29
How are They Holding Up?: The Status of Great Books in a Chaotic (Western) World
Mark Zunac, Associate Professor, Literature, Writing and Film
October 6
Where the Music Comes From: The Vocal Music of Wisconsin Composer Lee Hoiby
Rachel Wood, Associate Professor, Music
October 13
Handing the Country to Your Opponents: A Look at the Transition of Power in the US Since 1788
David McKay, Senior Lecturer, History
October 20
The Enduring Fortitude of Disability Advocacy: Standing the Test of Time
Courtney Wilt, Assistant Professor, Special Education
Bella Zeit, Odin Ehrets, and Breanne Lessard, Student Researchers
October 27
World War II Balloon-Borne Propaganda
Karl Brown, Associate Professor, History
November 3
The Legacy of UW-Whitewater’s Lucy Baker
Jennifer Motszko, Head of Archives & Library Associate Director
Lectures planned for the Cedar Crest Lecture Series include:
September 9
Rock Steady: How the Rock County Campus Adapts to Meet the Needs of Students and Community
Patricia Clasen, Assistant Vice Chancellor, UW-Whitewater at Rock County and Dean, College of Integrated Studies
September 16
Women and the American Philanthropic Tradition
Ruth Hansen, Associate Professor, Management
September 23
Learning Leadership from Dogs : How Hounds, Toys, Terriers and Other Breed Help Us Become Effective Leaders
Aditya Simha, Professor, Management
October 7
Handing the Country to Your Opponents: A Look at the Transition of Power in the US Since 1788
David McKay, Senior Lecturer, History
October 14
Where the Music Comes From: The Vocal Music of Wisconsin Composer Lee Hoiby
Rachel Wood, Associate Professor, Music
About the School of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s School of Graduate Studies Continuing Education empowers those outside the traditional undergraduate classroom through accessible and flexible educational opportunities. Since 1964, the School of Graduate Studies has added dozens of master’s degree programs and master’s certificates in a wide range of subjects as well as a Doctor of Business Administration in 2014. Camps and Conferences hosts summer camps, day clinics, and competitions, allowing 10,000+ annual participants to work with award-winning coaches and directors, use state-of-the-art facilities, and experience campus life. Through hands-on, relevant and engaging programs, Continuing Education meets the evolving personal and professional needs of adult learners by connecting our talented faculty and staff with communities in the region.
