Author: Carl Olsen (Carl Olsen)

In conjunction with the award ceremony and dinner for Madelyn M. Levitt, recipient of the Woodrow Wilson Award for Public Service, the Woodrow Wilson Center will sponsor a public lecture and panel discussion titled "Civility, Society and Politics: Is There a Problem?"

Michael Kraig will give a lecture on "Ensuring the U.S. and Global Security in an Inter-Connected World," from 12:30-1:45 p.m. in Bulldog Theatre in Olmsted Center, 2875 University Avenue.

The Drake Law School will celebrate and educate students and citizens on Constitution Day from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 17, in room 206 of Cartwright Hall.

Drake University will host the 20th anniversary celebration of the Chinese Association of Iowa with a performance by the Tianjin Conservatory of Music's dance troupe on Saturday, Sept. 22.

With classes ranging from astronomy to the impact of the Iowa caucuses, Drake University's Billie and Robert D. Ray Lifelong Learning Society provides learning opportunities in a college atmosphere to senior citizens throughout the fall semester.

Although the research sites are located south of Indianapolis, Ind., Drake students are participating in a 10-year study of sustainable forestry in Indiana hardwood ecosystems right here on campus, to help improve the way lumber is harvested.

Nicholas D. Kristof, will deliver this fall's Martin Bucksbaum Distinguished Lecture at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, at Drake University.

Drake University invites alumni, friends and students to reconnect with each other and with the University at the African American Alumni Reunion on Sept. 28-30.

Assistant Professor of Voice Ann Cravero will present new music in lecture and recital at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15.

Drake University will host a free concert featuring the University of Philippines Madrigal Singers as guest artists at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 19, on the Jordan Stage in Sheslow Auditorium in Old Main, 2507 University Ave.