(Leavenworth, Kansas) – The University of Saint Mary will feature Dr. Rick Silvey,
division chair of natural sciences and mathematics, in its SpireTalks series, highlighting
the experiences, perspectives, and passions that shape the lives and work of members
of the USM community. The event will be at 7 p.m. on Nov. 12 in Xavier Theater on
USM’s Main Campus in Leavenworth.
The November SpireTalks series offering is also part of "Living Our Mission, Building
Momentum" the weeklong celebration of the investiture of USM's new president, Dr.
Ann Marie Fallon. Dr. Fallon is the university's 10th president. Learn more about the investiture at https://stmary.edu/investiture
SpireTalks speaker Dr. Silvey joined the Saint Mary faculty in 2000 and has been teaching
mathematics since 1992. Throughout his career, he has helped students develop their
mathematical knowledge, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and discover new
ways of approaching challenges.
He earned his bachelor’s degree from Missouri Western State University and his master’s
degree and doctorate in mathematics from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Before
joining USM, he taught at several institutions, including Missouri Western State University
and the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Through SpireTalks, the University of Saint Mary invites members of its community
to share the experiences that have guided their personal and professional journeys.
The series emphasizes three central themes: purpose, passion, and persistence.
The event is open to the public and free to attend. A recording of the talk will be
published on the USM YouTube Channel.
The University of Saint Mary is a Catholic co-educational applied liberal arts university founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The University of Saint Mary main campus is located at 4100 South 4th Street, Leavenworth, Kan. USM-Johnson County, at 11221 Roe Ave., offers evening accelerated graduate and undergraduate degree-completion programs. The university also offers online programs. Visit stmary.edu for more information.
The University of Saint Mary is a Catholic co-educational applied liberal arts university founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The University of Saint Mary main campus is located at 4100 South 4th Street, Leavenworth, Kan. USM-Johnson County, at 11221 Roe Ave., offers evening accelerated graduate and undergraduate degree-completion programs. The university also offers online programs. Visit stmary.edu for more information.