Krost Symposium: The Science of Learning

The 2026 Krost Symposium, which takes place September 30–October 2, will focus on “The Science of Learning.” This year’s event features keynote speaker Dr. Arturo Hernandez, professor of psychology at the University of Houston, winner of the Wilhelm Bessel Research Award and a Fulbright Global Scholar award, and author of Mastery: How Learning Transforms Our Brains, Minds, and Bodies. The keynote address will take place at Jackson Auditorium on Wednesday, September 30, at 7 p.m., and will be followed by a meet-and-greet and book signing. This event is free and open to the public. For a full listing of symposium events, refer to the schedule.

2026 Events

Wednesday, September 30

10 a.m. Chapel Talk with Dr. Luigi Penaranda- Metanoia

Location: Chapel of Abiding Presence & Livestream (link coming soon)

12 p.m. Flash Talks on Study Strategies

Location: TBD

Faculty speakers: Barnett, Jeffords, Malone, Wines, and more!

4:30 p.m. Learn Faster, Perform Better with Dr. Molly Gebrian

Location: Band Hall at Weston Center & Zoom (link coming soon)

7 p.m. Keynote with Dr. Arturo Hernandez

Location: Jackson & Livestream (link coming soon)

Thursday, October 1

9:30 a.m. Panel Discussion with Dr. Arturo Hernandez, Dr. Veronica Yan, McKay Bloxham, BAMC representative, Dr. Sandy Kimbrough (link coming soon)

Location: Wupperman Little Theatre

10:30 a.m. Dr. Arturo Hernandez and (BAMC Representative) meet with classes

Location: Wupperman Little Theatre & Ayers

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Lunch and Learn with Dr. Veronica Yan- The Science of Successful Learning

Location: Student Activity Center

1:00 p.m.- Motor Learning Speaker

Meets with Dr. Helbig’s class

7 p.m. Film with McKay Bloxham and Casi Helbig

Location: Wupperman Little Theatre

Friday, October 2

2:30 p.m. Anti-Masterclass with Dr. Molly Gebrian

Location: Orchestra at Weston Hall & Zoom (link coming soon)

For Future Educators

In conjunction with this year’s Krost Symposium, the TLU Student Education Association presents “Growing Together: Inspiring Future Educators,” a one-day free conference for future educators.