News & Stories

Apr
14
(Thunder Bay) Funding will help improve workplace safety, prevent injuries and reduce mental health stigma.
Apr
13
(Thunder Bay) The team representing Lakehead Engineering has won first place overall at the Student Steel Bridge Regional Competition held in Illinois April 7 to 9, organized by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).
Apr
8
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Lakehead University's School of Nursing and School of Social Work, in collaboration with Wounds Canada, will be hosting the first virtual Patient Journey Conference on Thursday, June 9 and Friday, June 10.
Apr
8
(Thunder Bay) In lieu of an in-person poster session, we have set up a virtual session for this year's Honours 4901 students, which will begin Monday, April 11 at 9:00 am) and run through to Friday, April 14 at 5 pm).
Apr
7
(Orillia) The book Education for Democracy 2.0. Changing Frames of Media Literacy has received a 2022 Society of Professors of Education Outstanding Book Award. Congratulations to lead editor Dr. Michael Hoechsmann, Chair, Education Programs (Orillia)/Associate Professor.
Apr
5
(Thunder Bay) Two Lakehead University professors are each receiving significant research funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. In total, the amount represents more that $470,000 of funding.
Apr
4
(Thunder Bay) Events, Resources, and News
Apr
4
(Thunder Bay) The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board has chosen Lakehead University’s Dr. Rebecca Schiff, Chair/Professor of the Department of Health Sciences, to serve on the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) Advisory Table.
Apr
4
(Thunder Bay) Lakehead University’s Dr. Kathy Sanderson is leading a Canadian team of researchers examining the diversity and vulnerability of care workers during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr
4
(Thunder Bay) Our third LELS GSA research spotlight focuses on Mitchell Marcelissen, an MSc Student in Geology.
Mar
18
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Lakehead University has awarded seven research teams with Year of Climate Action awards worth $5,000 each, which they will use to explore various topics related to climate change.
Mar
16
(Thunder Bay) Study examines experience of those who accompanied people who chose medical assistance in dying
Mar
14
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) The Faculty of Education has published a document that lays out the foundations for flourishing, both within the Faculty and in its relationships with the wider world.
Mar
14
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Mar
14
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Online, evening classes aim to accommodate working professionals and their families
Mar
14
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Check out the latest Lake Superior Living Labs Network (LSLLN) newsletter for updates on our recent activity.
Mar
14
(Thunder Bay) Our second LELS GSA research spotlight focuses on Aristide Mokale, a PhD Candidate in Biotechnology.
Mar
11
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Lakehead is inviting prospective students to be future forward this March Break by attending an open house where they will explore everything about the University – virtually or in person.
Mar
10
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) Lakehead University held its Research and Innovation Awards of Excellence reception virtually on Thursday, March 10 to celebrate the exceptional achievements of professors, partners, and students.
Mar
7
(Thunder Bay) , (Orillia) This message follows Dale Barnes’ (Assistant to the President) decision to begin the next chapter of her life and take her retirement.