We the People: Stories of Citizenship (Plática)
Join a virtual conversation at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes exploring citizenship through the Declaration of Independence and migration histories, with reflections on deportations and belonging in American society.
Gabrielle Bernstein: Time to Trust
Renowned spiritual author Gabrielle Bernstein brings Time to Trust to The Wiltern in Los Angeles for a motivational evening exploring trust, intuition, and personal growth through Bernstein's mindfulness approach.
May 3, 2026: Rebecca Solnit
Join renowned author Rebecca Solnit for an evening of literary insight at Writers Bloc in Los Angeles. General admission includes a copy of The Beginning Comes After the End; Solnit discusses culture, memory, and change in a thoughtful, engaging talk.
Special Biochemistry Seminar - Stephen Long (Sloan Kettering)
Join Stephen B. Long for a specialist biochemistry seminar on Ca2+-dependent regulation and ion selectivity of the mitochondrial calcium uniporter. The talk, hosted in Gates Annex B122, delves into structural biology and mitochondrial transport mechanisms, offering insights for researchers and graduate students.
Inorganic-Electrochemistry Seminar
Graduate seminar on inorganic electrochemistry led by Amy Rosenzweig (Northwestern University) in the J. Holmes Sturdivant Lecture Hall. The talk surveys recent advances in electrochemical methods for inorganic systems and encourages focused discussion among chemistry researchers in attendance.
Biology Seminar - Krishna Shrinivas
An English-language biology seminar featuring Krishna Shrinivas (Assistant Professor) presenting current topics in cell and developmental biology. Held in Broad 100 on the Caltech campus, the talk is aimed at students and professionals interested in recent research advances.
PhD Thesis Seminar
Caltech hosts a PhD thesis seminar by Tyler Nguyen (Chemistry) on infrared action spectroscopy of biomolecules for planetary science applications. The talk covers methods, results, and implications for astrochemistry and planetary exploration, appealing to students and researchers.
Organic Chemistry Seminar
Organic Chemistry Seminar in Noyes 153 (J. Holmes Sturdivant Lecture Hall) in Los Angeles, led by Pengfei Hu, Professor of Chemistry at Westlake University. The talk surveys current advances in organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms, offering a rigorous, research-focused overview for students and professionals.
EVOxZankou Seminar
An academic seminar on modeling how time and space shape the emergence of new dialects, presented by Felicity Meakins (Professor, School of Languages and Cultures, University of Queensland). Held in Chen 130, this talk blends theoretical linguistics with empirical approaches to dialect formation.
2026 McConnell Lecture
Renowned structural biologist Lewis E. Kay presents the 2026 McConnell Lecture on the essential role of solution NMR spectroscopy in the post-AlphaFold era, highlighting how NMR complements computational predictions in structural biology. Held in Noyes 153 (J. Holmes Sturdivant Lecture Hall), the talk offers fresh insights into biochemistry and molecular genetics.
MedE Distinguished Seminar Series: Adam Cohen
A MedE Distinguished Seminar Series talk featuring Adam Cohen, Harvard professor of chemistry, chemical biology and physics. This interdisciplinary lecture offers insights at the chemistry-physics interface, followed by Q&A in a formal university setting on Caltech's campus.
TAPIR Seminar
Online and in-person TAPIR Seminar featuring Chiara Anselmo from the University of Milano-Bicocca. A rigorous physics talk in the TAPIR series, presented at Caltech, exploring current theoretical topics with live Q&A and cross‑institutional collaboration.
JANM Public Programs: Virtual & In-Person Events
The Japanese American National Museum hosts a series of virtual and in-person public programs in Los Angeles. These sessions explore Japanese American history and culture through lectures, talks, and interactive experiences that educate and connect communities.
Due Date for Midterm Grades
Caltech issues a campus deadline reminder: midterm grades must be submitted by May 11, 2026 at 9:00 UTC. This administrative cutoff affects instructors and students tracking progress; ensure grade submissions are completed on time.
TIAA's Office Hours
Join TIAA's Office Hours in Hameetman Center Multipurpose Room for on-site guidance on retirement planning, investments, and financial wellness. Caltech students and staff can drop by for informal Q&A with TIAA experts - no appointment needed.
Beckman Lecture
Caltech hosts the Beckman Lecture featuring Henry Wade Rogers, professor of Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry, who discusses cross-disciplinary advances at the interface of engineering and the chemical sciences. An insightful evening in Gates Annex highlighting cutting-edge research and thought leadership in a renowned Los Angeles campus.
Chemical Engineering Seminar
Caltech hosts a Chemical Engineering Seminar in Spalding Laboratory 106 (Hartley Memorial). This lecture showcases current research in chemical engineering with an invited speaker from the department, offering insights into cutting-edge methods.
Social Sciences History Seminar
Caltech hosts a Social Sciences History Seminar featuring Wei Xiong and John H. Scully (Princeton University). This interdisciplinary lecture blends social science history with economics and finance, inviting attendees to explore evolving topics at Baxter B125 in Los Angeles.
Democracy in Dialogue Plática
An online plática about democracy featuring LA Plaza staffer Chris Gurrola and youth participants from the Democracy in Dialogue Virtual Exchange. The session explores civic engagement and cross-cultural dialogue as part of a Smithsonian program.
IQIM Postdoctoral and Graduate Student Seminar
An academic seminar hosted by IQIM for postdocs and graduate students, presenting current research in quantum information and related fields. The session encourages rigorous discussion, questions, and networking in a university research environment.
Seminar Day
Seminar Day at Caltech's Beckman Auditorium in Los Angeles features a day-long program of research talks by faculty and visiting scholars. Discover cutting-edge topics in science and technology presented in an engaging academic setting.
Joanna Stern
Join author Joanna Stern in Los Angeles for a live discussion of I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do (Almost) Everything, delving into AI’s real-world impact, tech culture, and Stern’s year-long experiments, with a signed-book opportunity.
Universe is Absurd: Shatner & Tyson Live
A rare live event pairing William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson for an unscripted evening of storytelling, science, philosophy, and humor at the Saban Theatre in Los Angeles. The conversation promises a lively clash of ideas about Life and the Cosmos, blending entertainment with scientific wonder.
Lena Dunham with Rita Wilson
Lena Dunham sits down with Rita Wilson for an intimate conversation in Los Angeles, exploring creativity, storytelling, and the entertainment industry. The live event at Live Talks Los Angeles includes five days of video-on-demand after the show.
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