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 UCSB's
public lecture series cover a breadth of issues, both local and
international, ranging from scientific discoveries to social science
concerns. Private support enables many specially focused lecture
series to bring international scholars and public figures to campus.
Open to the public, these ongoing series and one-time lectures
provide a unique perspective on critical issues. This chapter
offers a sampling of the diverse annual offerings.
To read about our performing arts offerings, please see "Performing
Arts." For information about museum tours, please see
"Libraries, Museums, & Galleries."
Archaeology
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Art, Music, and Dance
- Art Symposium
The College of Creative Studies hosts a lecture series that attracts renowned artists and critics from around the world. Students and community members have an opportunity to learn about the artists' inspirations and discover new methods of creative expression.
Inquiries: College of Creative Studies, 805-893-2364
Web Site: http://www.ccs.ucsb.edu/
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- Arts and Lectures Public Events on Campus
The Arts & Lectures performing arts season features professional touring artists from around the world. Dance companies, classical and early music ensembles, jazz artists, folk and world music groups, and theatre artists perform in Campbell Hall and other on and off-campus venues. The quarterly film series offers exceptional international cinema, independent films, documentary features, and silent classics with live musical accompaniment.
Inquiries: Arts and Lectures, 805-893-3535
Web Site: http://www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/
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- Audience Enrichment
Arts & Lectures plans and presents many educational events in conjunction with performances that utilize the expertise of UCSB faculty and guest presenters. For instance, Scott Marcus, associate professor of music, presented a pre-performance talk prior to a rare and memorable concert by the Masters of Persian Music in February 2001. This lecture provided a background for appreciating Persian classical music, an art form that is new to many Santa Barbarans.
Inquiries: Arts and Lectures, 805-893-3535
Web Site: http://www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/
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- Cultural Awareness Programs
The MultiCultural Center hosts a myriad of programs that promote cultural awareness, interaction, and education. Lectures, films, panel discussions, art exhibits, and music, dance, and dramatic performances are offered to the public throughout the year.
Inquiries: MultiCultural Center, 805-893-8411
Web Site: http://www.ia.ucsb.edu/ps/lectures.aspx
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Economics
- Carl Snyder Memorial Lecture
Established in 1960 to honor the late economic authority Carl Snyder, this series annually invites an outstanding lecturer in the field of economics. The series usually addresses social and political issues impacting the national economy. These lectures, usually held in the spring, are free and open to the public.
Inquiries: Carl Snyder Memorial Lecture, 805-893-3569
Web Site: http://econ.ucsb.edu/cgi-bin/snyder_home.cgi
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Engineering
- Entrepreneurship 101
An annual Saturday workshop in entrepreneurship is offered each spring quarter. Successful entrepreneurial alumni and community members offer advice on developing and implementing effective business plans.
Inquiries: College of Engineering, 805-893-4613
Web Site: http://www.engr.ucsb.edu/entrep101/
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- Tech Management (TM)
UCSB's Tech Management program was designed to meet the standards of today's business world. Tech Management is simultaneously redefining both business and engineering education with a comprehensive curriculum of preparing for the management and founders of tomorrow's technology ventures. From yesterday's successful Center for Entrepreneurship and engineering Management to today's launch of its successor Tech Management (TM), the College of Engineering has sought to be on the cutting edge of entrepreneurial education. TM's curriculum and outreach programs will continue the College's tradition, with cutting edge entrepreneurship lecture series, business plan competition, and leadership events as we build new educational programs for students and the Central Coast Business community.
Inquiries: Technology Management Program, 805-893-8007
Web Site: http://www.tmp.ucsb.edu
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- Technology Management Program (TMP)
The Technology Management Program includes classes in management, entrepreneurship, new product development, marketing, and much more taught by world class scholars, highly successful business lecturers and entrepreneurs. In addition, the program includes networking with California's top business and entrepreneurial leaders, a New Venture Competition that actually launches successful new ventures, student mentoring, an evening lecture series, and endless ways for participants to develop and practice their leadership skills.
Inquiries: College of Engineering, 805-893-8107
Web Site: http://www.tmp.ucsb.edu
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General Topics
- Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration (CCBER)
CCBER promotes the teaching of diverse undergraduate courses in EEMB, Environmental Studies, and Geology. It also supports faculty, staff, and student research interests by providing field and lab-based resources. In addition, CCBER houses regionally focused collections of terrestrial plants, algae, and vertebrates, as well as an extensive plant anatomy collection. The Center satisfies the University's obligation to provide stewardship of campus lands, rich in biodiversity. Through the ecological restoration program, the Center encourages land restoration on and near campus. The Kids in Nature outreach program fulfills K-12 educational goals, while staff and faculty curators provide scientific information and advice to private entities. The union of these elements into CCBER creates a campus facility dedicated to education, research, and outreach related to regional biological diversity and restoration.http://ccber.lifesci.ucsb.eduhttp://ccber.lifesci.ucsb.edu
Inquiries: Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology, 805-893-2401
Web Site: http://ccber.lifesci.ucsb.edu
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- Community Support Groups
Through membership in the University's officially recognized support groups, community volunteers formalize their special relationship with the campus. These volunteers provide valuable assistance in fund raising, public outreach, and other support for the institution's mission. Throughout the academic year, many of the support groups offer public lectures, cultural programs, and tours, which highlight UCSB faculty, students, and facilities. These offerings are for members as well as the general public.
Inquiries: Office of Community Relations, 805-893-4388
Web Site: http://www.ia.ucsb.edu/comrel/index.shtml
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- International Speakers Bureau
The International Speakers Bureau is coordinated through the Office of International Students and Scholars. Through it international students volunteer to share information about their culture with students and community organizations. Contact Dan Smith to request a speaker.
Inquiries: Office of International Students and Scholars, 805-893-6178
Web Site: http://www.oiss.ucsb.edu/
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- Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity
The Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity seeks to promote awareness and address the concerns of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and ally community members. The Resource Center provides workshops, discussion groups, and library resources for the University and local community.
Inquiries: Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity, 805-893-5847
Web Site: http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/sgd/
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- UCSB Speakers Bureau
The UCSB Speakers Bureau is a community outreach program that provides a means for faculty and professional staff to share their knowledge, discuss contemporary and historical issues, nurture support for specific programs, and assist in the recruitment of top students. Faculty and staff deliver lectures, musical performances, and dramatic readings to a range of local business, service, and religious organizations. The Speakers Bureau connects the campus and Santa Barbara communities and affirms its commitment to public service. Visit the website for information about volunteer speakers and their topics.
Inquiries: Office of Community Relations, 805-893-4388
Web Site: http://www.ia.ucsb.edu/sb/index.shtml
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- Valentine Eastern Sierra Reserve, Mammoth Lakes, California
Valentine Reserve has an ambitious community outreach program. The centerpiece is the Outdoor Science Education Program which hosts field trips from local schools for science lessons by Reserve staff and a summer program of one and two-week classes for kids grades K-7. For adults, the Reserve offers guided walks with thematic talks by professional researchers, short courses, and a community lecture series.
Inquiries: Natural Reserve System Public Education Programs, 805-893-4127
Web Site: http://vesr.ucnrs.org
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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- Center for Information Technology and Society (CITS)
CITS is dedicated to research and education about the cultural transitions and social innovations associated with information technology. The Center comprises a diverse team of more than a dozen scholars in the social sciences, engineering, and the humanities. We conduct research, organize public forums & lectures, provide multi-disciplinary doctoral education on technology and society, and facilitate partnerships with industry and the public sector.
Inquiries: Center for Information Technology and Society, 805-893-5910
Web Site: http://www.cits.ucsb.edu/
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- Harold J. Plous Memorial Lecture
Each year, an outstanding associate professor from the humanities, social, or natural sciences is recognized for his/her creative and intellectual contributions to the University. The award includes an annual lecture that details the recipient's research focus.
Inquiries: College of Letters and Science, 805-893-2328
Web Site: http://www.senate.ucsb.edu/awards/
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- Research Focus Groups
University faculty, graduates, and undergraduates regularly form focus groups to discuss and further their research. Groups host quarterly lecture series that feature renowned scholars and social activists.
Inquiries: Interdisciplinary Humanities Center, 805-893-3907
Web Site: http://www.ihc.ucsb.edu/research/rfg.html
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- Symposium
The Symposium is a free, ongoing seminar for community members interested in discussing intellectual issues. Since 1995, Symposium members have met twice a quarter with UCSB faculty to engage in a lively exchange regarding social, political, and cultural issues of vital importance in the contemporary world. Offered at a downtown location in the early evening, the Symposium is organized by the Interdisciplinary Humanities Center. It is co-sponsored by UCSB Affiliates and the UCSB Office of Community Relations.
Inquiries: Interdisciplinary Humanities Center, 805-893-3907
Web Site: http://www.ihc.ucsb.edu/events/symposium.html
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- Women's Center
The Women's Center explores the concerns and achievements of women through workshops, films, and lectures that are open to the public. The Center's Rape Prevention Education Program provides support and education programs to help prevent sexual assault.
Inquiries: Women's Center, 805-893-3778
Web Site: http://www.sa.ucsb.edu/women%27scenter/
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Literature
- Literature Symposium
Students and distinguished guest lecturers perform readings and discuss works of literature on Wednesday afternoons at 4 p.m. in the Old Little Theater. The College of Creative Studies offers innovative programming and unique insight into traditional and modern works.
Inquiries: College of Creative Studies, 805-893-2364
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Physics
- Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics
The Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics hosts weekly lectures, seminars, and conferences. Distinguished visiting lecturers, as well as UCSB faculty and graduate students, discuss emerging theories and present their research.
Inquiries: Institute for Theoretical Physics, 805-893-4111
Web Site: http://www.itp.ucsb.edu
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Science
- Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration
The Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration (CBER), formerly the Museum of Systematics and Ecology (MSE), houses over 100,000 plant and animal specimens in the Herbarium, Vertebrate, Invertebrate Collections and Special Collections. We provide opportunities for K-12 academic preparation through our highly regarded Kids in Nature program and special community education programs including a Monday night Restoration Ecology seminar during the academic year. Public service and professional advising help the Center to fulfill its overall mission of increasing understanding of and preserving biodiversity, and training and educating future scientists to carry out these important activities. We offer occasional tours of the animal, plant and special collections and the restored natural areas we manage on the UCSB campus. Please phone 893-2401 for tour information.
Inquiries: Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration, 805-893-2401
Web Site: http://www.lifesci.ucsb.edu/~mseweb/collections/collections.html
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- Oceans Alive On-Line!
All of MSI's marine environmental media attributes, reaching virtual classrooms, individuals and communities from any location in the world! Projects include educational web-feeds, the JASON program, and our upcoming Digital Interactive Immersion Theatre.
Inquiries: Marine Science Institute, 805-893-6174
Web Site: http://www.msi.ucsb.edu
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