A presentation of research by Dr. Aydin Farrokhi, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Business Administration and Hongcen Guo (MBA, MSc. Management) on AI-enabled decision support, examining how enhancing information quality and relevance can support better human decision-making under uncertainty, time pressure, and complexity.

Friday, Sept. 18 from 12:10 to 1 p.m. in ATAC 3004 (Thunder Bay) or by Zoom:
https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/j/96320487979?pwd=w53gCGKkQ3hLHMfbjoVIaYjyH0tW...
Meeting ID: 963 2048 7979
Passcode: 193596

In recognition of his contributions to the Faculty of Natural Resources Management and his service as a member of the Lakehead University Board of Governors.

If you are unsure where the Memorial Garden is, please meet us at BB 1001G at 12:30 p.m.

Please join us for Teagan Neufeld's Clinical Psychology MA thesis defense. This is an in-person defense in meeting room AT 3004.

Title: Evaluating Indigenous Post-Secondary Student Acceptance of The Aaniish Naa Gegii: The Children’s Health and Well-being Measure

Supervisor: Dr. Aislin Mushquash

Second Reader: Dr. Chris Mushquash

External Reviewer: Dr. Michelle Spadoni

GSC Chair: Dr. Greg Depow

Whether you are a long-standing member of the Lakehead community, a current student preparing for graduation, or a team member passionate about our institution's growth, this virtual gathering is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the broader Lakehead family. Join us as we celebrate the achievements and highlights of the past year and look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead in 2026/2027!

Special Guest Speaker: Mr. Karl Subban

We are thrilled to welcome Karl Subban as our keynote guest speaker!

-Lakehead Alumnus: Proud graduate of Lakehead University’s Faculty of Education.

-Educator & Leader: A long-time Toronto school principal who dedicated over 30 years to empowering youth and building supportive school communities.

-Bestselling Author & Speaker: Author of How We Did It: The Subban Plan for Success in Life, School, and Hockey. Karl is widely recognized for his inspiring message on leadership, teamwork, overcoming adversity, and helping others achieve their full potential.

-Family Man: Father to five accomplished children, including NHL hockey stars P.K., Malcolm, and Jordan Subban.

Karl will share his uplifting perspectives and practical wisdom on turning life's hardships into personal playbooks for success- insights that promise to inspire students, educators, and leaders alike.

Attendance is free, but pre-registration is required. Secure your spot today!

https://lakeheadu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kxONDhvIQsma3DxmUuOqrQ#/re...

The first concert of the LUMINA concert series hosted by the Music Department will be on Sep 29, at 12:30 p.m.

Programme:
Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Trio No.2 Op.67 e minor (1943-44)
Georgy Sviridov: Piano Trio Op.6 a minor (1945)

Ayano Dempsey, piano
Jaedon Daly, violin
Peter Cosbey, violoncello

Tickets are cash at door: $15 and $10
Subscriptions for the whole series (7 concerts) are: Regular $70 Senior $50

All LUMINA series concerts are held on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Jean McNulty Recital Hall, William H. Buset Centre for Music and Visual Arts (Sep 29, Oct 20, Nov 10, Jan 26, Feb 9, Mar 2, Mar 16)
For more information, please call 807-343-8010 ext. 8787.

Please join us for Amy Stern's Clinical Psychology MA thesis defense. This is an in-person defense in meeting room AT 3004.

Title: An Evaluation of Educators in Canada's Acceptance of Digital Mental Health Tools

Supervisor: Dr. Aislin Mushquash

Second Reader: Dr. Ed Rawana

External Reviewer: Dr. Amanda Maranzan

GSC Chair: Dr. Kristen Baker

Looking for flexible part-time work, seasonal positions, or campus-friendly employment while you complete your studies?

Join Career Services and International Student Success for the annual Part-Time Job Fair on Thursday, Oct. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Agora.

This event brings regional employers and local organizations directly to campus to connect with Lakehead students. Attending the fair gives you a direct chance to explore open roles, discuss application details with hiring managers, and build valuable professional connections in Thunder Bay.

Log in to MySuccess today at https://mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca/entityRedirect.htm?eventId=7851 to view the list of participating employers as the event approaches and RSVP to save your spot.

Beyond the Textbook: Realities of Palliative & End-of-Life Care presented by Dr. Erin Gallagher, MD, CCFP (PC), MPH

Join us for a special student and learner event featuring Dr. Erin Gallagher, exploring the complexities of caring for individuals and families through serious illness and end-of-life.

Key Audience: Students, learners, faculty and educators across health, social care and related fields are welcome to attend.

Cost: FREE

Speaker Bio:
Dr. Erin Gallagher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University. She is a Family Physician and Clinical Supervisor at Stonechurch Family Health Centre in Hamilton and a Palliative Care Consultant for the McMaster Family Health Team and Hamilton Health Sciences Hospitals.

Dr. Gallagher serves on palliative care educational committees within McMaster University’s Department of Family Medicine and Department of Medicine and its subspecialties. She is also the Medical Director at Emmanuel House hospice in Hamilton and the Ontario Health West Physician Clinical Co-Lead for Palliative Care.

Her academic interests include public health approaches to palliative care, building palliative care capacity and competencies in primary care, and leadership development for medical trainees.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf51UR0UhLidiGBfoTWxIcWWPLdkpFZ...

Student registration discounts are available!!

The Palliative Care Booster Conference brings together health and social care providers, volunteers, students, educators, community partners, and leaders to strengthen knowledge, skills, and connections in palliative care.

This one-day hybrid conference will offer practical learning, meaningful discussion, and opportunities to reflect on how we can continue improving palliative care across care settings and communities.

Our theme this year The Common Thread: Weaving a Palliative Approach Across Care Settings emphasizes that a palliative approach to care may be provided in any setting. As individuals and families move between care settings throughout their journey, these transitions and ‘forks in the road’ can present challenges to continuity of care.

Opening speaker, Dr. Erin Gallagher, will set the stage with her keynote presentation “Dying is Forking Hard: Supporting a Palliative Approach Across Care Settings.”

Participants may attend virtually or in person at the Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre in Thunder Bay.
For more information, visit: cerah.lakeheadu.ca/2026Booster

Registration closes on Sept 25! Don't wait!

Join the Department of Biology for a weekend of community science! From Friday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 13, we're inviting everyone to help document the biodiversity of the Thunder Bay campus.

A BioBlitz is a race to record as many living things as possible: plants, insects, birds, mushrooms, and everything in between. Every photo you snap becomes part of a real biodiversity record of your corner of Ontario. No experience needed, just curiosity and a smartphone.

Optional in-person kickoff: Friday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet near the Lakehead University Hangar by the pedestrian bridge for guided walks, hands-on ID help, snacks and an info table.

Prefer to go solo? The BioBlitz is self-guided all weekend. Head out any time and explore lawns, tree lines, gardens, trails, ponds, and building edges all great spots to find life.

How to take part:

Download the free iNaturalist app and create an account.

Join our project: BioBlitz by Lakehead Department of Biology.

Photograph anything living, let the app suggest an ID, and upload the photo.

Keep going all weekend every observation counts!

Whether you have an hour or the whole weekend, come discover how much life is thriving right outside your door. We can't wait to see what you find!