Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium
A Week-Long Celebration of Academic Work and Commitment to Service
April 24-28, 2023
The Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium (LASS) is an annual event that brings together Oglethorpe University students and faculty in a celebration of exemplary scholarly work produced by Oglethorpe students under faculty mentorship. This year’s event will include events throughout the week of April 24 and a full-day program on Friday, April 28. Friday’s sessions provide a forum for students and faculty to present, discuss, and learn from outstanding student endeavors. Paper and poster presentations, art exhibitions, and scholarly musical presentations showcase undergraduate research across the curriculum.
Important Dates
Monday, February 27, 2023: Call for proposals goes live
Monday, March 10, 2023: Sign up for Book Club: “The Parted Earth”
Monday, March 27, 2023: Proposal and abstract submission deadline (11:59pm)
Friday, March 31, 2023: Notification of proposal or abstract acceptance
Email [email protected] with any questions.
Call for Proposals
In addition to the Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium, this year we are accepting submissions for “Making a Difference:” Highlighting OU Student Activism and Service. This session provides a dedicated space to celebrate and highlight the achievements of our students beyond the classroom, including:
- student clubs/organizations
- internships
- community service
Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium
The 2023 Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium (LASS) Committee invites student proposals for participation in Oglethorpe University’s annual event, to be held on Friday, April 28. Students wishing to present are required to submit a proposal or abstract of their work for consideration. The deadline for proposal submissions is 11:59 PM on Monday, March 27, 2023. A committee of faculty from a variety of disciplines including the humanities and sciences will convene to review proposals and abstracts. Notification of proposal acceptance will be Friday, March 31st.
Email [email protected] with any questions.
Submit a Proposal“Making a Difference:”
Highlighting OU Student Activism and Service
Taking place on Tuesday, April 25, “Making a Difference:” Highlighting Student Activism at OU is an event spotlighting the various ways Oglethorpe students are making a difference in their communities (whether on campus or beyond) that are not necessarily captured through academic work.
Any Oglethorpe University student can submit a proposal to present their contributions in a poster or panel session. Panel sessions will consist of brief (5-7 minute) presentations.
The deadline for proposal submissions in 11:59pm on Monday, March 27. An organizing committee comprised of students, faculty and staff will meet to review proposals and notify students of their inclusion in the event.
Email [email protected] with any questions.
Submit a ProposalSchedule
Monday, April 24: Keynote Address from Atlanta-based author and activist Anjali Enjeti, 1-2 p.m.
Monday, April 24: Public Health mixer, 4-5:30 p.m., Cousins atrium
Tuesday, April 25: “Making a Difference”: Highlighting OU Student Activism and Service, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., TLCC
Wednesday, April 26: Persuasive Speech Competition, 1-2 p.m.
Thursday, April 27: Hammack School of Business Internship Presentations, 1–2 p.m.
Friday, April 28: Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium (LASS), 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
This year’s events will be held in-person at various campus locations.
More details coming soon!
FAQs
- Writing an abstract (George Mason University)
- How to write a research abstract (University of Kentucky)
- You may want a tailored jacket over a professional dress or pantsuit.
- Shoes should be plain and not too tall (no platforms, sandals, or sparkle.)
- No ‘club wear’ — short skirts, low-cut blouses, or tight-fitting clothes.
- Hair, makeup, jewelry should be conservative. Pull your hair back if you play with it when nervous.
- Hair and facial hair should be trimmed and neat; clean-shaven is generally best.
- Shoes and belt should match in color.
- No white socks.
- No polo shirts, t-shirts, hats, athletic wear, sneakers.
- No chewing gum, food, take-out cups, or cell phones.
LASS 2022
Zöe Geiger ’22 – “Decatur Where it’s Greater? Examining School Gentrification in Decatur, Georgia”
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