A new series of lectures and presentations by Fresno State faculty exploring cultural practices, productions and traditions throughout the Americas will debut 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, at the Henry Madden Library, Room 3212. The first Cultures of the Americas Colloquium, hosted by music professor Donald Henriques. The colloquium is presented by the Literatures, Arts and Cultures of the Americas faculty to introduce research, active scholars and artists working at Fresno State. RSVP/INFO: Dr. Alex Espinoza at aespinoza@csufresno.edu or ydoub@csufresno.edu.