Missouri Western State University’s International Lecture Series will feature a presentation on Australia Wednesday, March 27 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Blum Union 223. This lecture is free and open to the public.

Nicole Kerr, a senior engineering technology major from Australia, will talk about the culture and customs of her native country.

On Tuesday, March 26 Campus Dining Services will prepare a tasting of Aussie meat pies and lamingtons, an Australian dessert made of coconut and chocolate cake. The tasting will be offered as part of the regular lunch services from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. in the Blum Union Dining Hall.

The International Lecture Series and tasting is sponsored by Missouri Western’s office of international student services and the Division of Student Affairs. For more information, call international student services at 271-4150.

Missouri Western State University is a comprehensive regional university providing a blend of traditional liberal arts and professional degree programs. The university offers student-centered, high quality instruction that focuses on experience-based learning, community service, and state-of-the-art technology. Missouri Western is located in St. Joseph, Mo., and is committed to the educational, economic, cultural and social development of the region it serves. Visit www.missouriwestern.edu.