The UH John A. Burns School of Medicine presents internationally renowned neurobiologist Jean Shih, who will speak as part of the Kaiser Lecture Series April 13-14. Shih has conducted extensive genetic and behavioral research on aggression and is a professor of molecular pharmacology at the University of Southern California. Call Joanne Ikehara at 956-5507 for more information. The 7th International Shoebox Sculpture Exhibition proves good things come in small packages. The popular triennial exhibit features the works of 150 sculptures from around the world that are no bigger than the size of a shoe box.
Artists use a range of media, including glass, mesh, wood, feathers, vegetables and even human hair.
Admission is free and open to the public. The gallery is closed on Saturdays and holidays. The event features 14 sumptuous epicurean stations, a silent auction, entertainment and music by Robert Cazimero. To commemorate National Community College Month in April, UH community colleges are partnering with Hawai'i Literacy Inc. to collect new and gently-used children's books, which will be distributed through the Family Literacy Centers and various Even Start programs in the state on April 29. Donations will be accepted during many of the Community College Month events scheduled throughout April.