Join Dr. Annette Vee from the University of Pittsburgh for a fascinating exploration of the historical roots of AI-generated writing. This public talk, open to all, will take place on March 17 in Schewel – Sydnor Performance Hall. While AI tools like ChatGPT have recently brought automated writing into the spotlight, the quest to mechanize writing dates back centuries. From 18th-century androids to 19th-century spiritualism to 20th-century computer science, past attempts to automate writing have always reflected deeper ideas about intelligence and what it means to be human.

Join us for an inspiring lecture by internationally recognized peace activist, author, and priest, Rev. John Dear, as part of the Jennie Cutler Shumate Lecture Series. His talk, The Ministries of Peace and Nonviolence, will take place on March 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Snidow Chapel. Father Dear has spent decades advocating for nonviolence, counseling 9/11 survivors, leading Nobel Peace Prize winners to Iraq, and working with figures like Mother Teresa and Pope Francis. A Nobel Peace Prize nominee and author of over 40 books, he continues to champion justice and nonviolence worldwide. For more information, contact spirituallife@lynchburg.edu or call 434.544.8355.

Join us for the 2025 Turner Lecture featuring Stephen Kidd, executive director of the National Humanities Alliance, on March 27 at 7:30 PM in Hall Memorial Ballroom. With a distinguished career in public humanities, Kidd previously served as director of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, leading major exhibitions on global cultures, history, and social movements. He has also worked at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and holds a Ph.D. in American Studies from George Washington University.

Ever wonder how you can start a career in education? Or how to become a lifelong learner and get into graduate school? And if you've got commitment issues, but would love to keep on learning--maybe certificate courses are for you? If any of these sound interesting to you, then listen up! The University of Lynchburg's Center for Career Engagement Opportunities (CEO) is pleased to announce the inaugural: ALL EDUCATION FAIR 2025 Wednesday, April 2, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 3rd Floor, Drysdale Student Center It's not just a career fair; it's a gateway to everything in education. Meet recruiters from different school systems if you're interested in a career in education! Explore graduate school options and certificate programs! If you're interested, please register HERE. The schools participating in the All Education Fair are as follows: The fair will last from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and if you wish to continue conversations with recruiters, you may approach them at the West Room during lunch. If you have any questions, please reach out to Dawn Marfil through careers@lynchburg.edu or call us at 434.544.8459. See you there!