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Potent potential

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we're shining a light on research conducted by Associate Professors of Chemistry and Biochemistry Angus Lamar and Robert Sheaff. Drawing on discoveries related to pancreatic and brain cancers, Lamar and Sheaff are turning their attention to several compounds that show promise in selectively targeting breast cancer cells.

Hail to the chief!

Biochemistry major Justin Yang is president of Student Association. Active in TU's student government since his sophomore year, this self-confessed extrovert says he looks forward to getting to know as much of the student body as possible. "It is my personal goal to engage with students and create a personal bond with as much of our campus as I can."

Interdisciplinary robotics

Mechanical engineering professors Joshua Schultz and Steve Tipton, along with Danielle Macdonald from Anthropology, have received a National Science Foundation grant to purchase a Barrett WAM® robotic arm. One of the most sophisticated robot manipulators in existence, the device will support experiments in engineering and help shed light on the lives of prehistoric people.

A True Blue welcome

Among all the friendly faces on campus this fall are 16 new additions to The University of Tulsa's outstanding faculty. From music education to cyber studies and more, the new professors and instructors are eagerly sharing their expertise with students and colleagues. If you see them out and about, be sure to give a warm TU welcome!

TU in the news

TU students living in retirement community perform concert for residents
KOTV News on 6 Tulsa
Two TU music students living at Montereau gave their first official concert for residents on Sept. 22.

TU partners with Thunder Fellows in a generous scholarship program
Tulsa World
TU's Collins College of Business will provide an annual full-tuition, four-year scholarship for each of two Thunder Fellows students who are graduating high school seniors. 

Smashing Security podcast #290: Uber, Rockstar, and crystal balls
Graham Cluley
Sal Aurigemma, director of the Master of Science in Cyber Security program, is the featured interview guest.

University of Tulsa bringing back 5 eliminated degree programs
KOTV News on 6 Tulsa
Provost George Justice comments on the return of doctorates in physics and chemistry, a master's of jurisprudence in Indian Law and bachelor's in music, philosophy and religion.

TU launches TV writing course
KOTV News on 6 Tulsa
Associate Professor of English Grant Jenkins describes the series of courses for students interested in writing for TV. 

University of Tulsa now offering real estate courses
102.3 KRMG Tulsa
Assistant Professor of Finance Meagan McCollum helped lead the launch of the real estate minor. 

Gubernatorial candidate Joy Hofmeister speaks in Tulsa
89.5 KWGS Public Radio Tulsa
Hofmeister spoke at a TU forum on issues facing young people. 

USA could see strong hurricane enter Gulf of Mexico by mid-week
Rigzone
Tom Seng, director of the School of Energy Economics, Policy and Commerce, discusses fluctuating oil and natural gas prices and inventories. 

Gasoline prices may take another hit
Rigzone
Tom Seng, director of the School of Energy Economics, Policy and Commerce, is on the lookout for the impact of potential hurricanes and the imminent arrival of colder air.

Research news

The Supreme Court decision on federal prescribing rules for controlled substances
JAMA
Associate Professor of Law Matt Lamkin discusses the benefits for physicians and patients, especially patients seeking treatment for pain, of the June 2022 Ruan v United States Supreme Court decision.

For your calendar

Grand opening of Shaggy Pines Dog Park
Thursday, Oct. 6, 4 p.m.
Norman Village

Celebrate the pawsome opening of TU's Shaggy Pines Dog Park. There will be treats for humans and their canine friends. Details

Chapman Distinguished Lecture in Law – Persuading Judges and Juries
Thursday, Oct. 6, 4:30-5 p.m. (reception), 5-6 p.m. (lecture)
Price & Turpen Courtroom, College of Law

Plan to hear a presentation by Judge Michael R. Fitzpatrick, Wisconsin Court of Appeals. Details

A Conversation with Béla Fleck
Friday, Oct. 7, 2-3 p.m.
Gussman Concert Hall, Lorton Performance Center

Join GRAMMY-winning recording artist and musical icon Béla Fleck for a Q&A. Details

TV Writing Symposium
Friday, Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Tyrrell Hall Auditorium

Sue Tenney and Amy Palmer Robertson, the creator and head writer on the series Virgin River, talk about the art and craft of writing for television. Details

Musical Legacies of the Dust Bowl
Zarrow Center for Art & Education
124 E. Reconciliation Way

• Dust-to-Digital keynote
  Friday, Oct. 7, 5-6 p.m.
  April and Lance Ledbetter, owners of Dust-to-Digital, discuss the history of their work with music, music restoration and music mediums. Details
  
  
• First Friday Art Crawl
  Friday, Oct. 7, 6-9 p.m.
  In addition to live music, art, food and drinks, the Oklahoma Center for the Humanities unveils its Musical Legacies of the Dust Bowl exhibition. Details
  
  
• Lecture series
  Saturday, Oct. 8, 2-6:30 p.m.
  Listen to a series of public talks featuring historians, authors, musicians and music producers discussing the factors that went into (and legacies that arose from) Oklahoma music. Details

TU Chamber Orchestra with Ron Pearson, organ
Sunday, Oct. 9, 4-5:30 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church
709 S. Boston Ave.

Enjoy a free public concert conducted by Richard Wagner, director of the TU School of Music. Details

Every 90 Seconds – Book talk with Anne DePrince
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 7-8 p.m.
Great Hall, Student Union

TU's Institute of Trauma, Adversity and Injustice and Magic City books invite you to hear Anne DePrince from the University of Denver address violence against women and ways to end it. Details

Vatican II at 60: Reform, Revolution or Still to Be Determined
Thursday, Oct. 13, 5-6 p.m.
Sharp Chapel

Christopher Ruddy, associate professor of theology at the Catholic University of America, discusses where Vatican II stands today. Details

Eyakem Gulilat – Deep Looking exhibition
Thursday, Oct. 13, 5-7 p.m.
Phillips Hall

Artist's talk: Jerri Jones Lecture Hall (room 211), 5-6 p.m. Opening reception: Alexandre Hogue Gallery, 6-7 p.m. Details

Phi Beta Kappa Gammie Symposium – Cancel Culture Conversations
Monday, Oct. 17, 3:30-7:30 p.m.
Sharp Chapel

This event includes a keynote lecture by Kathryn Lofton, Lex Hixon Professor of Religious Studies and American Studies & Professor of History and Divinity at Yale University. Details

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