University Lecture Series
The University Lecture Series (ULS) features a diverse range of lectures and performances by artists, scholars, and experts invited by Carnegie Mellon faculty, students, and staff. Thank you to the CMU community for contributing to the success of the University Lecture Series by participating in lectures and submitting speaker nominations.
2023-24 ULS Events
Robert Goldstone
Simon Initiative Distinguished Lecture
"Models of and for Flexible Learning"
Tuesday, March 12 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium, Tepper Building
Teresa M. Bejan
"What Can I Say? Free Speech and Civility in a Tolerant Society"
Fall 2024
Abigail Marsh, Ph.D.
Inaugural Carl & Amy Jones Lecture in Interdisciplinary Science
"The Biology of Heroism"
Wednesday, September 27 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium, Tepper Building
Watch Abigail Marsh's Lecture
Nita Farahany
"Chat GPT and Your Brain"
Monday, November 6 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium A, Tepper Building
Watch Nita Farahany's Lecture
Jennifer Lippincott-Schwartz
The Dickson Prize in Science Award Ceremony and Lecture
Thursday, February 15 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium, Tepper Building
ULS Partners
In addition to stand alone lectures by prominent figures, thought leaders and visionaries, the ULS is proud to work in partnership with research centers and academic units across campus to present several policy, research, and academic talks throughout the year, including the following lecture series: