Dr. Adam Dean is an associate professor of history and the John M. Turner Distinguished Professor in the Humanities at the University of Lynchburg. He is the author of "An Agrarian Republic: Farming, Antislavery Politics, and Nature Parks in the Civil War Era." An American Sign Language interpreter will be on hand for the lecture.
Belk Observatory's "Daytime Sky Series" allows visitors to see the sun, moon, and the facility during the day. It's a more behind-the-scenes-type event, with no structure or flow. Visitors can view the sun through one of the 8-inch Celestron telescopes and the moon with the Gilbert telescope.
Dr. Frederick Douglass Opie is a professor of history and foodways at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts. His lecture examines the historical relationship between food, drink, and politics, and regional differences across the United States.
Dr. Nancy Hubbard is a professor of management and dean of the College of Business. Her lecture is about brand, core competencies, and your personal board of directors.
This event begins with a "planet walk" and continues with night sky viewing from different outdoor stations at Belk Observatory. Visitors will view the night sky through astronomical equipment, talk with observatory docents, and learn about celestial objects and telescopes.
Why do some trees lose their leaves in the fall? Why do leaves change color? Why are some leaves red and some yellow? Discover the answer to these questions and more as you enjoy a guided hike along one of our beautiful trails! A knowledgeable guide will show you how to identify a variety of trees and/or shrubs and will explain leaf pigmentation and fall leaf drop with the benefit of natural examples along the trail. There will be a group for adults, children, and littles.
Why do some trees lose their leaves in the fall? Why do leaves change color? Why are some leaves red and some yellow? Discover the answer to these questions and more as you enjoy a guided hike along one of our beautiful trails! A knowledgeable guide will show you how to identify a variety of trees and/or shrubs and will explain leaf pigmentation and fall leaf drop with the benefit of natural examples along the trail. There will be a group for adults, children, and littles.
Why do some trees lose their leaves in the fall? Why do leaves change color? Why are some leaves red and some yellow? Discover the answer to these questions and more as you enjoy a guided hike along one of our beautiful trails! A knowledgeable guide will show you how to identify a variety of trees and/or shrubs and will explain leaf pigmentation and fall leaf drop with the benefit of natural examples along the trail. There will be a group for adults, children, and littles.
Come test your Virginia wildlife knowledge.
Do you know what animals eat in the winter? In Virginia, winters are cold, and food is scarce. Learn how our local wildlife adapts and overcome by preparing caches of food for leaner months through a self-guided program.
Come test your Virginia wildlife knowledge.
Do you know what animals eat in the winter? In Virginia, winters are cold, and food is scarce. Learn how our local wildlife adapts and overcome by preparing caches of food for leaner months through a self-guided program.
Belk Observatory's "Daytime Sky Series" allows visitors to see the sun, moon, and the facility during the day. It's a more behind-the-scenes-type event, with no structure or flow. Visitors can view the sun through one of the 8-inch Celestron telescopes and the moon with the Gilbert telescope.
Come test your Virginia wildlife knowledge.
Do you know what animals eat in the winter? In Virginia, winters are cold, and food is scarce. Learn how our local wildlife adapts and overcome by preparing caches of food for leaner months through a self-guided program.
Persons needing accommodations for disabilities at a University of Lynchburg event should contact the Center for Accessibility and Disability Resources at least one week before the event.
