Best-selling author Michelle Alexander responds during the moderated discussion on discrimination in the criminal justice system.
Acclaimed poet Nikki Giovanni offers her life lessons and ideals of equality on Sept. 17, 2018.
A full auditorium listens to renowned roboticist Daniela Rus speak on Nov. 29, 2018.
2018 Dickson Prize in Science recipient, Emery Brown, discusses brain activity under general anesthesia.
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.
Fall 2024 ULS Events
Teresa M. Bejan
"What Can I Say? Free Speech, Tolerance, and the Liberal Tradition"
Thursday, Sept. 19 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium A, Tepper Building
Michael Mann
Carl & Amy Jones Lecture in Interdisciplinary Science
"Our Fragile Moment"
Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m.
Simmons Auditorium A, Tepper Building
Patrick Harker
"Fintech, AI & the Changing Financial Landscape"
Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 5 p.m.
McConomy Auditorium, Cohon University Center
Fall 2024 Co-Sponsored Lectures
There are currently no upcoming co-sponsored lectures. More information will come for spring co-sponsorships.
To apply for ULS co-sponsorship, complete our online form.
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:
