Need to de-stress this semester? Take a study break and refuel at the Roots of Knowledge Speaker Series. Located in the Futon Library’s Bingham Gallery, the Speaker Series features presentations from UVU scholars that explore human developments and concepts portrayed in the stained-glass panels, with each speaker offering a unique window into their area of scholarship.
This fall, Roots of Knowledge is hosting five dynamic lectures, with topics ranging from the origins of timekeeping to comic book literacy. Set against a stunning backdrop of stained glass, the series offers unique opportunities for students and the public to engage with UVU scholars.
Fall 2025 Speaker Series Schedule
1:00 p.m. in the Roots of Knowledge Bingham Gallery
For more information about each speaker, their topics, and their background, visit the Roots of Knowledge events page.
- September 11 | Dr. Jessica A. Cusick, “From Eusocial Insects to Social Media: Studying How and Why Animals Cooperate”
- September 18 | Maureen Hintz, “What Time Is it? A Description of the Origin of Timekeeping”
- October 2 | Dr. Skyler Simmons, “From Calendars to Calculus . . . and Beyond!”
- October 23 | Jesse Hurlbut, “Comic Book Literacy for Monumental Art”
- November 13 | Dr. Dustin Shipp, “Where Are the Modern da Vincis? How Making an Impact Requires Collaboration”
While you’re at it, don’t miss out on an audio, virtual, or docent tour of Roots of Knowledge. Showcasing a sweeping panorama of human knowledge, the stained-glass windows offer stunning insights into the history of humanity. To get the most out of the Speaker Series, we recommend exploring the windows before or after each speaker.
Remember, the Speaker Series is free to all and open to the public. Mark your calendars, invite friends and family, and join us in the Bingham Gallery!
Visit uvu.edu/rootsofknowledge for more information about the Speaker Series or Roots of Knowledge.