
Distinguished Lecture Series

The Objective of the Distinguished Lecture Series (DLS) is to introduce the University community to the excellence of world-class speakers and to raise the appreciation of same; to expose the University community members to personalities to whom they would not ordinarily be exposed; to complement the educational process, via outstanding lectures, master classes, residencies, seminars, and workshops; to add significantly to the quality of life for the University community and the greater Metroplex communities: endeavor to enhance the educational opportunities for the communities; attain speakers who provide and are of interest to students.

Next Speaker: Suze Orman on December 1
Suze Orman has been called "a force in the world of personal finance" and a "one-woman financial advice powerhouse" by USA Today. A two-time Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times mega bestselling author, magazine and online columnist, writer/producer, and one of the top motivational speakers in the world today, Orman is undeniably America's most recognized expert on personal finance.
Ticket Information
You can obtain tickets from the Information Desk located on the 3rd level of the University Union.
| Previous DLS Guests | ||||
| Speaker | Date | Venue | Topic | Academic Partners |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vicente Fox | April 14, 2009 | Coliseum | Bringing the New Economy to Latin America | International Studies, History, Economics, Business |
| Bill Nye | February 11, 2009 | Main Auditorium | Applied Sciences to Everyday Life | Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Aerospace Studies, Engineering, Mathematics, Education, TAMS |
| Dan Bartlett and Terry McAuliffe | April 1, 2008 | Murchison Performing Arts Center | Debate on 2008 Presidential Election | Political Science |
| Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | March 14, 2007 | Silver Eagle Suite | Environmentalism & Sustainability | Environmental Sciences |
| Troy Aikman and Brad Sham | April 17, 2007 | Main Auditorium | Leadership Through Sports and Teamwork | |
Also...
Distinguished Lecture Series Committee Members (pdf)