Monday October 13, 2008
Dr. Richard Leakey
"Why Our Origins Matter"
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Monday, October 13, 2008 7:00 pm / Kenan Auditorium
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World renowned paleoanthropologist Dr. Richard Leakey has made international headlines for more than 30 years for his work in Kenya. Former director of the National Museums of Kenya, Leakey is known for his work in early human origins, particularly his expeditions to the shores of Lake Turkana in Kenya's Great Rift Valley. One of the most controversial, influential and inspirational figures in African politics and world conservation today, he has authored or co-authored more than 100 scientific articles and books including The Origins of Humankind, Origins Reconsidered, and The Sixth Extinction.
Tickets: $9 public, Free for UNCW students and employees. Call Kenan Box Office 910.962.3500. Campus members may visit Sharky's Box Office in the Fisher Student Center.
ABOVE & BEYOND: Dr. Leakey will host an informal discussion with students and faculty from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in Azalea Coast Room B in the Fisher University Union. Seating is limited and available on a first come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Shannon Hooker at ext. 7600.
Presented by the Leadership Lecture Series and co-sponsored by Honors Scholars Program, UNCW Student Media and the Evolution Learning Community.
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