University Lecture Series

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

A consistent favourite, the University Lecture Series is guaranteed to pique your interest with a fascinating list of hour-long talks. This series features a line-up of scholars and thought leaders who weigh in on subjects across the intellectual spectrum, including history, politics, geography, art, science, architecture, media and more.  

Every week offers another illuminating talk that will challenge your assumptions and potentially shift your perspective. Provocative, critical and insightful, this series welcomes learners of all ages.  

 The University Lecture Series is offered in person at the St George Campus in Toronto, Oakville and Markham. It is also available online.

 

UNIVERSITY LECTURE SERIES - FALL 2023

Expand the lists below for lecture information.

Friday, October 6

With Red Lights Flashing Everywhere, Why Is Populism Winning the Hearts and Minds of Voters? A Candid Update on the Global War on Liberal Democracy                       

Daniel Drache, professor emeritus, political science, York University

October 13

The Influence of Mothers on Famous Men

Charlotte Gray, author, historian

October 20

Set the Table: Reset Your Life 

Laura Calder, cookbook author

October 27

Watch What We Zoo Next: How Purpose and Passion Are Driving the Future of Our Zoo

Dolf DeJong, president and CEO, Toronto Zoo

November 3

Royalty and Popular Culture: Fact, Fiction and the Crown

Carolyn Harris, historian, instructor—Continuing Studies

November 10

TBA                      

Anita Lee, chief programming officer, Toronto International Film Festival

November 17

The Back Story on Spine Care

Drew Bednar, clinical professor of orthopaedics, McMaster University

November 24

Canadian Defence Policy in Uncertain Times                      

Adam Chapnick, deputy director of education—Canadian Forces College

December 1

Public Health Challenges and Opportunities           

Dr. Eileen de Villa, medical officer of health, City of Toronto

December 8

Supporting Indigenous Growth: How U of T Is Responding to Change        

Shannon Simpson, director, Indigenous Initiatives, University of Toronto

Thursday, October 5

Royalty and Popular Culture: Fact, Fiction and the Crown

Carolyn Harris, historian, instructor—Continuing Studies

October 12

The Influence of Mothers on Famous Men

Charlotte Gray, author, historian

October 19

Dream States: How Smart City Technology Fits into the Post-Pandemic World   

John Lorinc, author, journalist, editor

October 26

Set the Table: Reset Your Life 

Laura Calder, cookbook author

November 2

The Back Story on Spine Care

Drew Bednar, clinical professor of orthopaedics, McMaster University

November 9

One Match to Blaze a Trail          

Elisabeth Baugh, former CEO, Ovarian Cancer Canada;  founder, Aboutface 

November 16

Not Here: Canada and the U.S. in the Age of Democratic Erosion?

Rob Goodman, assistant professor, politics and public administration, Toronto Metropolitan University

November 23

Title TBA: Indigenous Initiatives at UTSC                        

Kelly Crawford, assistant director, Indigenous Initiatives, University of Toronto Scarborough

November 30

Canadian Defence Policy in Uncertain Times                      

Adam Chapnick, deputy director of education—Canadian Forces College

December 7

Customer Service Used to Be an Art. Now it’s Big Business                      

Kevin Thistle, CEO, professional Golfers’ Association of Canada

Monday, October 2

Royalty and Popular Culture: Fact, Fiction and the Crown

Carolyn Harris, historian, instructor—Continuing Studies

October 9

No lecture - Thanksgiving

October 16

Customer Service Used to Be an Art. Now it’s Big Business 

Kevin Thistle, CEO, Professional Golfers’ Association of Canada

October 23

IDEA in Action: Building a More Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable and Accessible Society

Ana Sofia Barrows, equity, diversity and inclusion strategist

October 30

How Do Your Words Sound to a Cynic? In an Era of Mistrust, Why Your Words Matter More than Ever

Diana Swain, managing editor, investigative journalism/programs, CBC News

November 6

Title TBA                      

Melissa Farrell, president and CEO, Halton Healthcare

November 13

Not Here: Canada and the U.S. in the Age of Democratic Erosion?

Rob Goodman, assistant professor, politics and public administration, Toronto Metropolitan University

November 20

Dream States: How Smart City Technology Fits into the Post-Pandemic World

John Lorinc, author, journalist, editor

November 27

Book Clubs for Inmates: “The Beloved Community“

Tom Best, executive director, Book Clubs for Inmates

December 4

Truth, Openness and Reciprocity – Mobilizing Reconciliation at University of Toronto Mississauga

Tee Duke, director, Office of Indigenous Initiatives, U of T Mississauga

December 11

Canadian Defence Policy in Uncertain Times                      

Adam Chapnick, deputy director of education—Canadian Forces College

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