Join the artist Stelarc as he explains the use of medical instruments, prosthetics, robotics, Virtual Reality systems, the Internet and biotechnology in his works of art. The lecture is Thursday, October 8, from 7 - 8:30 p.m. and is free to student, faculty, and staff. Learn more at the Henry Art Gallery.

The UW Chamber Dance Company is playing a unique and significant role by preserving and performing significant classic work that otherwise might fade away. They have performances October 22-25. Learn more at Seattle Times.

There is new evidence from a recent UW psychology study that depression, obesity and alcohol abuse or dependency are interrelated conditions among young adult women but not men. Learn more at UWeek.

The Energy Future lecture series investigates contemporary and future issues in energy production, consumption, policy and their social and environmental impact. Learn more at UW Energy Future Wiki.

Psychologist Michael Posner, who received his B.S. in Physics and M.S. in Psychology from the UW, was named as one of nine individuals for the 2009 National Medal of Science. He will be awarded at a White House ceremony on October 7. Learn more at APA website.

Fandango lessons are going on at the UW campus every Monday until the Fandango celebration at the end of October. Come learn a new style of dance! Learn more at the feature page.

The UW held a Scandinavian and Baltic Heritage Celebration to honor a century of Scandinavian studies on Saturday, September 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Many came to enjoy live music, dancing, and a tree planting ceremony. Learn more at the press release.