The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers many peer-led study groups about topics in the sciences, including the upcoming "Conversations with Today's Great Scientists," and "The Biological Roots of Human Behavior." Registration for OLLI’s spring session is ongoing NOW until the start of class on Monday, February 25th. To register, see the OLLI spring catalog on-line here or call the OLLI office at 847-492-8204.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers many peer-led study groups about topics in the sciences, including the upcoming "Conversations with Today's Great Scientists," and "The Biological Roots of Human Behavior." Registration for OLLI’s spring session is ongoing NOW until the start of class on Monday, February 25th. To register, see the OLLI spring catalog on-line here or call the OLLI office at 847-492-8204. 

The Dearborn Observatory's telescope is open to the public for viewing every Friday night from 8-10pm.

• From 8 to 9pm: One hour session by reservation only. Your group will be able to use the telescope for the full hour.
  

• From 9 to 10pm: Walk-ins are welcome but space in the dome is limited. Therefore, there is no guarantee of getting to use the telescope if we are very crowded.

Please call the Astronomy Department at (847) 491-7650 for more information or to place reservations.

Explore women's heart health at this half-day symposium targeted toward women who are interested in taking charge of their health. Join Northwestern Memorial experts to learn the latest heart health information, as well as what it takes to reduce your risk and improve your heart health. Seize this opportunity to protect yourself against heart disease.

Space is limited. Please call Health Resources at 312-926-8400 to register. Registration fee of $20.00 includes lectures, reference materials, discounted parking and breakfast.

Science Cafe Evanston is an informal event where, for the price of a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, anyone can come to explore the latest ideas in science and technology.

Dr. Ratner will talk about his research in a relaxed forum, and then the floor will be open to discussion, debate, questions and answers.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit the Science Cafe website.

Designed for Chicago-area teachers, educators, and the general public, this one-day symposium will address the science of stem cells and potential applications, as well as the ethics and policies surrounding stem cell technologies.

The event is free of charge, but registration is required and space is limited.  A registration form and event agenda can be found at the event website.

For teachers, this symposium is CEU-eligible and funding is available to cover the cost of substitute teachers

Additional sponsors: Astellas Foundation, Baxter, Biotechnology Institute, Chicago Biomedical Consortium, Chicago Council on Science and Technology, IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

The Charles D. Hurd Lectures were established to educate Northwestern students and faculty about industrial research via direct interaction with distinguished scientists. The lectures are free and open to the public. A reception will follow.

The Charles D. Hurd Lectures were established to educate Northwestern students and faculty about industrial research via direct interaction with distinguished scientists. The lectures are free and open to the public. A reception will follow.

The Charles D. Hurd Lectures were established to educate Northwestern students and faculty about industrial research via direct interaction with distinguished scientists. The lectures are free and open to the public.