The Act of Remembering: A&S Scholars to Examine American History at 250 During Symposium Event

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By Stephanie Godward, Communications and Marketing Director, College of Arts & Sciences 

Understanding history – by answering questions in the present about what gets remembered or what does not – is a reminder that memory itself is an ongoing action; not simply a stagnant reflection of the past.   

Axton Reading Series | Fall 2026

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Lesley Jenike | September 10–11

Creative nonfiction writer and poet Lesley Jenike will read at 6 p.m. on Sept. 10 in the Bingham Poetry Room in the Ekstrom Library, and she will lead a generative writing session on Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a closing reception (new this year!) from noon to 1 p.m. – an opportunity for casual conversation with our visiting writer and fellow creative writing community members. Friday’s events will take place in Miller Information Technology Center 201.

Embracing the Unexpected: Experiential Learning Shapes English and Psychology Double Major’s College Journey

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By Stephanie Godward, Communications and Marketing Director, College of Arts & Sciences 

Piper Greeby’s experience studying abroad in Lyon, France this past spring not only expanded her French-speaking ability but also opened new and unexpected avenues of personal growth. 

Animating with Support from AI: Studio Art Major Explores the Line Between Technology and Human Creativity

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By Stephanie Godward, Communications and Marketing Director, College of Arts & Sciences 

Aaron Burns approached his summer research on AI as a tool in animation from a standpoint of exploration, weighing the roles it could play in the process, while recognizing the essential need for the human experience and perspective to create a desired outcome. 

It's Never Too Late: How One Criminal Justice Major Found Purpose, Community and a Path to Law at UofL

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By Stephanie Godward, Communications and Marketing Director, College of Arts & Sciences 

Jamoa Wooten lives his life guided by three words that inspire him to make big moves: initiative, intent, and impact. 

A nontraditional student who is projected to graduate this December at age 43 with a degree in Criminal Justice, Wooten expanded his experience by venturing outside of his comfort zone to perform in Pipeline, a recent Theatre Arts Department production. 

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