Russell Library

Please join us this Wednesday, Oct. 1, in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room of Russell Library from 12 to 12:50 p.m. for this week's Times Talk facilitated by Professor of Biological and Environmental Sciences Dr. Melanie DeVore on "Conservation tourism: Big animals, big bucks."The following article may be referred to during the discussion:https://www.forbes.com/sites/emesemaczko/2025/02/13/sustainable-travel-is-on-the-rise-but-how-to-spot-ethical-wildlife-tours/.Times Talk at...

The Flannery O’Connor Review, in partnership with the Flannery O’Connor Institute for the Humanities, will hold a party celebrating the release of our 2025 issue! Faculty, staff, students and members of the wider community are invited to enjoy refreshments, take a look at the new issue and win fabulous Flannery-themed prizes! Whether you know very little about O'Connor or consider yourself an expert, you are welcome to join us.When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.Where: Pat...

We’re excited to welcome back double Bobcat alumna Kristina Turner, Georgia’s first female deputy state auditor, to the fall Executive Forum. The Executive Forum includes a networking hour with beer and wine, dinner and an inspiring talk from Turner.With more than 25 years at the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts, Turner has led initiatives in technology integration, data analytics and research development —while fostering a culture that values people, public service and innovation.A...

Please join us this Wednesday, Sept. 24, in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room of Russell Library from 12 until 12:50 p.m. for this week's Times Talk facilitated by Assistant Professor of Communication Dr. Mikkel Christensen and music educator Kaitlyn Fitzgerald Christensen, on "Rebuilding Trust in a Fractured Democracy." This Times Talk will explore how shared cultural experiences can rebuild community and examine concrete actions faculty and students can take to restore democratic...

Dr. Chris Anson: Writing Across the Curriculum WorkshopsSpend the day with one of the nation's leading experts on writing pedagogy. Dr. Anson offers practical strategies for designing better assignments, managing AI challenges and supporting student writers without overwhelming your workload. These workshops combine research-backed methods with hands-on application — bring your own assignments and teaching challenges to work through. Don't miss the brown bag Q&A lunch for personalized...