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.
St. George - Fridays, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
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 |
Markham - Thursdays, 12:30 - 1:30 PM
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 |
Oakville - Mondays, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
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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