Lakehead University Experts are In Conversation at the Library
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2014 – Thunder Bay, ON
This is a reminder that Lakehead University’s new In Conversation speaker series will continue at the Thunder Bay Public Library until April.
Talks will be hosted by experts from Lakehead University who will discuss topics ranging from the beauty of bugs, classical guitar, and the fashion and femininity of flappers from the 1920s.
“In Conversation brings the world of academia to the community,” says Barb Philp, Head of Adult Services at the Thunder Bay Public Library. “It’s not every day that you get to hear such interesting discussions by researchers and experts from Lakehead University.”
Lakehead University President & Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Brian Stevenson, says Lakehead, as a comprehensive university, offers an extensive range of learning opportunities.
“Our world-class faculty possesses a great deal of knowledge on a variety of fascinating subjects,” he said. “And while we are proud of the work our professors undertake with our students in classrooms, it’s also quite rewarding when they step off our campuses to share their knowledge with the community.”
A representative from Lakehead University’s Undergraduate Recruitment department will be at each of the talks to answer questions about enrolment.
The remaining talks, which are free of charge, will be held on the days, times and locations below:
Fireflies and Butterflies: The Beauty of Bugs
Dr. Harvey Lemelin, Associate Professor of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism
Date: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014
Time: 2-4 pm
Location: Waverley Resource Library – 285 Red River Rd.
Lyrical and Percussive: The Art of Classical Guitar
Joey Roy, Department of Music Lecturer
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Time: 2-4 pm
Location: Waverley Resource Library - 285 Red River Rd.
Flappers, Fashion and Femininity in the 1920s
Dr. Jane Nicholas, Associate Professor in Women’s Studies
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Time: 2-4 pm
Location: Mary JL Black Branch Library - 901 S. Edward St.
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Media: For more information, please contact Brandon Walker, Media Relations Officer, at (807) 343-8177, or mediarelations@lakeheadu.ca.
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