Events

Dr. Matthew Therrell Destructive flooding is common on the Mississippi River. Unfortunately instrumental records of this significant hazard are limited to the 20th century. New tree-ring records are shedding light on the timing, magnitude, and causes of of major flood events over the past 300 years.  

To celebrate this Halloween, RA Rachel and RA Camille will host a residence hall-wide costume contest as part of the floor wars competition. There will be a photo booth with David Walton taking pictures as well as an official judging panel. To fit with the fall theme, we will also have apple cider, cookies and

RA Isabella Powell will be holding a program inviting the Students without Borders organization to come and speak about different cultures and why it is important to study abroad. There will be pizza provided for the students to eat during the discussion.

Dr. Ian Brown There have been many expeditions in the continental United States, but the one that was made by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark between 1804 and 1806 persists strongly in our memories, far beyond the importance that was realized at the time. My talk will address some of the reasons why this is

A study abroad showcase in which faculty give short presentations about their upcoming study abroad programs and students interested in study abroad can talk with students who've been on study abroad programs.

The program will include a game of trivia in which the residents will test their knowledge in categories such as how well do you know your RA, do you know your roommate and holiday trivia. The questions will be formulated to include elements that test the residents knowledge specifically about culture differences between themselves, roommates,

Dr. Asma Hatoum-Aslan

Matt Cybulsky Matt is a graduate of the first Blount class, went on to become a junior fellow while he earned his Ph.D., worked in the corporate world, and now owns his own company.

RA Isabella and UA Crossroads will host a discussion about promoting cultural inclusion. We will have Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and coffee as a snack.

Hot Topics will be a friendly discussion of current events moderated by Dr. Cornelius Carter. Pizza provided.

The Moundville Archaeological Park has an outreach program called "10,000 Years in an Hour" where a lecturer comes to tell the story of Moundville. We will provide tacos for the residents as they learn about Alabamian Native heritage.