Lakehead University is launching a new lecture series.
The event is being held to honour Lakehead’s 60th anniversary.
“We’re marking our 60-year history in a way that centres and celebrates those who have supported us from the beginning, by opening our doors, sharing ideas and knowledge, and most importantly, saying thank you to the communities who built us,” said President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Gillian Siddall.
“Lakehead’s story has always been one of partnership, of what’s possible when people come together to imagine a brighter future. This series is an open invitation to the communities we serve to re-engage, reconnect, and imagine what’s possible when knowledge is shared freely and widely.”
The six-part series is kicking off this month and is running through June, and will feature Dr. Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux, Chair of Truth and Reconciliation, and Faculty of Education professors Dr. Gerald Walton and Dr. Sonia Mastrangelo, with more to be announced.
Events will alternate between Lakehead’s Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses, with all lectures available via live stream and posted online for on-demand viewing.
Most lectures will be held outside of regular business hours to help enable easy participation and access.
“Last year, Lakehead was recognized by Maclean’s as Ontario’s top primarily undergraduate university, an honour that reflects the outstanding teaching and learning led by our dedicated and talented faculty,” explained Dr. Siddall.
“Through this lecture series, I’m delighted to introduce the public to some of those individuals. I’m confident you will enjoy these talks, may they spark new ideas, inspiration, and conversation.”
The free lecture series is open to anyone interested in attending or listening.
All lectures will be streamed virtually while also offering in-person attendance.
Dr. Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux is hosting the inaugural lecture live from Lakehead Orillia on October 24 at 10:00 a.m.
On November 20, the lecture series is coming to Thunder Bay, with Dr. Gerald Walton will untangle the roots of bullying and offer advice on addressing these behaviours live from The Agora at Lakehead Thunder Bay.
More information and registration can be found by clicking here.
