Marquette to Host Lecture on Science and Religion University of Cape Town professor to address "Science and Religion in Dialogue" Event Information Date: Thursday, September 29 Time: 5:30 p.m. Place: Varsity Theatre           1324 W. Wisconsin Ave. Dr. George F.R. Ellis, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of Complex Systems at the University of Cape Town, will present “Science and Religion in Dialogue” at Marquette University on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. The lecture will be held in the Varsity Theatre at 1324 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Dr. Ellis will discuss how a balance of faith and reason is essential for developing a deeper understanding of the world. Ellis is a celebrated cosmologist and world-renowned scholar. He is the 2004 recipient of the Templeton Prize, which recognizes distinguished accomplishments toward advancing the worldwide dialogue between science and religion. As a cosmologist, Dr. Ellis is known for his scientific contributions toward understanding the origin and nature of the cosmos. During the 1970’s, Ellis was a forceful opponent of apartheid in South Africa, and his writings later served as a basis for public policy. He has continued his efforts to bring about justice in his homeland by promoting educational opportunities for underprivileged youths and by identifying ways to improve science and math education in the South African school system. While on campus Dr. Ellis will also present the seminar “The Emergence of Complexity and the Limits of Physics” at 2:00 p.m. in Room 216 of the William Wehr Physics building. Both programs are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Dr. Jame Schaefer at (414) 288-3742 or Dr. John Karkheck at (414) 288-5321. Office of Marketing and Communication Contacts Christopher Stolarski Media Relations Specialist Phone: (414) 288-1988 Send e-mail