Werklund Celebrates #UCalgary50

Werklund Distinguished Research Lecture

“What’s Going On? Respecting and supporting youth empowerment”

Werklund Research Professor of Critical Youth Studies Shirley Steinberg’s work has highlighted the difference between working with youth, and working on them. Dr. Steinberg’s presentation will address the complexities and issues of youth research, pedagogy, and the need for informed action - not just talk.

September 23, 2016
MacEwan Hall Ballroom
4:00-5:00 pm – Lecture
5:00-6:00 pm – Reception
RSVP: wse-distinguished-lecture.eventbrite.ca

Education Tower Reopening

Following six years of construction, the renovated Education Tower is be officially re-opened. This new space will provide the backdrop for the research, collaboration, and innovation taking place in our programs every day.

September 26, 2016
Education Tower Main Floor
4:00-4:30 pm – Re-Opening
4:30-5:00 pm – Reception
RSVP: wse-50-evening.eventbrite.ca

Werklund 50th Anniversary Featured Speaker

“No Education Without Renovation or Construction without End”

Stanford Professor John Willinsky will offer historical and current perspectives on changes to the educational landscape emphasizing the continual pursuit of the promise of education and the learning that emanates from the halls of post-secondary institutions.

September 26, 2016
Education Block 179
5:00-6:00 pm – Featured Speaker
RSVP: wse-50-evening.eventbrite.ca