University of Akron Forum Series

Zones A, B & C $25.00, with University of Akron I.D., $15.00
All lectures are general admission. Subscribers will have a reserved area on the Orchestra level.

The John S. Knight Lecture presents
James A. Baker III
America’s Role in the World After the Terrorist Attacks
One of the worlds most distinguished statesmen, James A. Baker III has served 18 years in senior government positions under Presidents Ford, Reagan and Bush. His prominent positions have included Secretary’s of State and Treasury, Chief of Staff and Under Secretary of Commerce.
Monday, October 21, 8 p.m., free with ticket
Dr. Drew Pinsky
Sponsored by University Program Board
A trusted source of information and advice for millions of young adults, Dr. Drew Pinsky has been co-host on the nationally syndicated call-in radio show Loveline for 18 years and co-hosted the popular MTV version for five. A board-certified internist and addictionalogist, Dr. Drew dispenses wisdom on drugs, sex and relationships.

The University Program Board along with the Pride Center, The Coming Together Project, The Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics and the Victim Assistance Program of Akron will be sponsoring a series of events during the Fall semester complementing this engagement.
For further information contact 330/972-7014.
Thursday, November 14, 8 p.m.
Coretta Scott King
Sponsored by The University of Akron’s E. J. Thomas Hall
One of the most influential women leaders in the world today, Coretta Scott King has devoted her life to social justice and peace. She has carried the message of nonviolence and the dream of the beloved community to almost every corner of the nation and the globe.
Monday, January, 27, 8 p.m.
David Brooks
The Times We Live In
Sponsored by The Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics
A savvy observer of present day politics, its implications on society and an intelligent commentator on foreign affairs, David Brooks brings audiences close to the issues with humor, insight and quiet passion. A regular political analyst on “NewsHour with Jim Lehrer,” Brooks is also Senior Editor at The Weekly Standard and monthly columnist for the Atlantic Monthly.
Monday, March 10, 8 p.m.
Lani Guinier
Sponsored by The University Honors Program
In 1998, Lani Guinier became the first black woman to be appointed to a tenured professorship at Harvard Law School. She has also authored articles and books that deal with democratic theory, political representation, educational equity and issues of race and gender.
Monday, April 7, 8 p.m.
President Gerald R. Ford
Values/Ethics – Are they important? Meaningful?
Sponsored by The Dorothy Garrett Martin Memorial
Delta Gamma Lectureship on Values and Ethics
As the 38th President of the United States, Gerald R. Ford helped
to heal the nation after the Watergate affair. Since 1977, he has written his autobiography, A Time to Heal, given many lectures, established the Gerald R. Ford Library, campaigned extensively
for the Republican Party and has been involved with various fundraising projects and charitable events.
Monday, April 28, 8 p.m.
The University of Akron Forum can be purchased as a subscription. All five events are $25 or $15 with a University of Akron I.D.
Single tickets go on sale Saturday, August 17, at $8 each or $4 each with a University of Akron I.D. The John S. Knight Lectureship is a free ticketed event. Ticket is required.
If you become a 2002-03 University of Akron Forum subscriber you will receive a ticket to see this season’s Knight Lecture.