Programs

Through the annual American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Lecture Series, the general public has an opportunity to learn about sign language and deaf culture from prominent scholars. A list of past lecturers and discussion topics is posted on the UVa American Sign Language Program's Web site. Videotapes of past lectures are available in the Robertson Media Center at UVa's Clemons Library.

The Astronomy Department offers an introductory astronomy class for members of the Charlottesville community who are interested in learning about astronomy but do not need formal credit.

A distinguished artist, critic, or art historian presents an annual lecture on the arts at the University of Virginia Art Museum.

The UVa Center for Children, Families, and the Law hosts an annual conference on policy and legal issues related to children and families.

The Office of Continuing Medical Education offers opportunities for learning that enhance the skills and knowledge of health care professionals in accordance with the standards of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.

With the generous support of the Ellen Bayard Weedon Foundation, the Museum presents annual lectures on South and East Asian art.

In conjunction with annual exhibits, the University of Virginia Art Museum offers programming to enhance exhibits, including lectures and symposia by visiting scholars and artists, as well as publications.

The Colonnade Club is pleased to offer a monthly series in which UVa authors discuss their most recent works in Pavilion VII's intimate, historic setting. Join us at 5:00 p.m. for an informal presentation and stay afterwards to meet the author and enjoy wine and light refreshments. All Faculty Author Series lectures and receptions are offered to the public free of charge.

The Center for Liberal Arts offers classes and workshops to K-12 foreign language teachers of French, German, and Spanish.

The Virginia Foundation for the Humanities (VFH) grant program accepts proposals from nonprofit organizations seeking funding to develop public humanities programs for audiences in Virginia.