Join St. Ambrose Academy for one of our Spring 2025 Spotlight Faculty lectures! Each of these evening events is a new way to engage with our phenomenal educators who make a difference in the classroom each day. Their deep educational backgrounds and passion for their subject matter make for interesting discussions and through this series, you’ll get to know some of the men and women who help make St. Ambrose Academy a place where students can explore, grow, be challenged, and build a foundation for a successful and happy life.
Cloning, CRISPR, and Creation: Genetic Engineering in the 21st Century with Dr. Denise Ludvik
The field of genetics has rapidly developed since the discovery of the structure of DNA over 70 years ago. This led to significant gains in genetic knowledge and the development of genetic tools which have produced everything from genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to novel therapeutics.
In this talk, Dr. Denise Ludvik will review central genetic concepts and the function of modern genetic tools, like CRISPR. Then we will discuss the ethics of the use of these tools because as a scientist, one should not only think about whether they can do something, but also if they should.
When: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Location: St. Ambrose Academy (702 S. High Point Rd Suite 209, Madison)
RSVP: By Monday, February 3, 2025 (encouraged, but not required) by emailing carolyn.averill@ambroseacademy.org or calling 608-827-5863.
Demystifying “The Man Who Was Thursday” with Katie Behrens
G.K. Chesterton’s novel “The Man Who Was Thursday” is highly praised but leaves many readers mystified – including our students! In this lecture, Ms. Behrens will unpack the necessary biographical details and key passages in order to bring some sense (and delight) to Chesterton readers new and old. (No prior reading necessary!)
When: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Location: St. Ambrose Academy (702 S. High Point Rd Suite 209, Madison)
RSVP: By Monday, March 17, 2025 (encouraged, but not required) by emailing carolyn.averill@ambroseacademy.org or calling 608-827-5863.
The Art of Sound with Emily Kwas
Have you ever seen a painting so vivid you could almost hear it? Brian Balmages did and took a painting to the concert band stage. On April 29th, we will explore the same creativity, using a picture to create a piece of music. This interactive talk will explore sound analysis, composition techniques, and how to find inspiration in the visual.
When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Location: St. Ambrose Academy (702 S. High Point Rd Suite 209, Madison)
RSVP: By Monday, April 28, 2025 (encouraged, but not required) by emailing carolyn.averill@ambroseacademy.org or calling 608-827-5863.