UA in the News: March 4, 2010

Professor to discuss Darwin, evolution
Crimson White – March 4
…Keith M. Parsons, a professor of philosophy at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, will be coming to the University tonight to share his thoughts on this and other topics regarding the theories of renowned evolutionist Charles Darwin…“Charles Darwin, Hammer of the Creationists” will focus on the attributes of Darwin, as well as on the highlights of some of his most famous work related to the hypothesis of evolutionism. H. Scott Hestevold, professor and chair of the department of philosophy, said the Philosophy Today lecture series reflects the department’s commitment to making contemporary work in philosophy accessible to those outside the discipline. Parsons’ discussion will be a non-technical exploration of Charles Darwin’s own objections to arguments for the existence of God based on the apparent design of biological systems…

Comedian brings laughter, awareness
Crimson White – March 4
…The University Union and Crossroads Community Center hosted comedian Preacher Moss’ “End of Racism” comedy/lecture tour to help conclude the celebration of black history month at the Capstone…Moss is a comedian known for his ability to integrate everyday life into his comedy…