Public Professor Series
Presented by the University of Lethbridge Senate
Big ideas.
Meaningful conversations.
The Public Professor Series brings ULethbridge researchers into the community to share their work and explore the ideas shaping our world. Join us and discover how far a question can take you.
All talks are free and open to everyone. Registration is required.
View the 2026-2027 Lineup Join the mailing list Support the seriesWatch previous talks
Presented by the University of Lethbridge Senate
Brilliant insights from the folks doing the research.
Big ideas. Meaningful conversations.
The Public Professor Series brings ULethbridge researchers into the community to share their work and explore the ideas shaping our world. Join us and discover how far a question can take you.
All talks are free and open to everyone. Registration is required.
UP NEXT
THURSDAY, SEPT. 24 | 7 P.M.
Growing our own: How SAMP can transform health care and research in southern Alberta
Dr. Rick Buck
with Dr. Jonathan Cluett and Dr. Ashley Rommens
Thank you to our talk sponsor:
View the 2026-2027 Lineup Join the mailing list Watch previous talks
The Full 2026-2027 Lineup
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026
Growing our own: How SAMP can transform health care and research in southern Alberta
Dr. Rick Buck
with Dr. Jonathan Cluett and Dr. Ashley Rommens
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Lethbridge, AB
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
Grasping at shadows: Our relationship with cinematic characters
Dr. Aaron Taylor
The Owl Acoustic Lounge
Lethbridge, AB
Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026
The curious task of economics and why it matters more than ever in Canadian agriculture
Dr. Danny Le Roy
Excite Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2027
When it comes to democracy, what matters more: trust or truth?
Dr. Susan Dieleman
The Zoo, University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB
Thursday, Feb. 3, 2027
When it comes to democracy, what matters more: trust or truth?
Dr. Susan Dieleman
Vancouver Club
Vancouver, BC
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2027
Thinking globally: How do active kids today create a healthy tomorrow?
Dr. Richard Larouche
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Lethbridge, AB
Thursday, Mar. 25, 2027
From controversy to compassion: How to disagree without disconnecting
Brent Saccucci
Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge
Lethbridge, AB
Frequently Asked Questions
The Public Professor Series began with a simple idea: great research should be shared beyond the University.
The series grew out of the popular Public Professor column in the Lethbridge Herald, which featured 146 Saturday columns written by ULethbridge faculty and co-edited by Dan Johnson and James Linville. In 2014, the Faculty of Arts & Science launched the Public Professor Series as a lecture series, and in 2023, it expanded to include researchers from across the University.
Today, the series continues to bring research into the community — offering fresh perspectives, sparking curiosity and creating conversations around the topics that matter.
Expect big ideas, fascinating research and plenty of time to ask questions. Each Public Professor event features a 35 to 45 minute talk from a ULethbridge researcher, followed by an open Q&A where you can dig deeper, challenge ideas and satisfy your curiosity. Events take place in public venues around Lethbridge — and sometimes beyond.
Registration is required to guarantee a spot. Our community venues have limited capacity and these events fill up quickly, so we recommend registering early to avoid missing out. If registration fills up, you can join our waitlist!
You can support directly now by submitting a donation online here.
If you would like more information about sponsorship or donation opportunities email christa.merrell@uleth.ca.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Public Professor Series began with a simple idea: great research should be shared beyond the University.
The series grew out of the popular Public Professor column in the Lethbridge Herald, which featured 146 Saturday columns written by ULethbridge faculty and co-edited by Dan Johnson and James Linville. In 2014, the Faculty of Arts & Science launched the Public Professor Series as a lecture series, and in 2023, it expanded to include researchers from across the University.
Today, the series continues to bring research into the community — offering fresh perspectives, sparking curiosity and creating conversations around the topics that matter.
Expect big ideas, fascinating research and plenty of time to ask questions. Each Public Professor event features a 35 to 45 minute talk from a ULethbridge researcher, followed by an open Q&A where you can dig deeper, challenge ideas and satisfy your curiosity. Events take place in public venues around Lethbridge — and sometimes beyond.
Registration is required to guarantee a spot. Our community venues have limited capacity and these events fill up quickly, so we recommend registering early to avoid missing out. If registration fills up, you can join our waitlist!
You can support directly now by submitting a donation online here.
If you would like more information about sponsorship or donation opportunities email christa.merrell@uleth.ca.
Thank you to our series sponsors
and supporters.
The 2026-27 Public Professor Series is presented by the University of Lethbridge Senate.
We gratefully acknowledge the additional generous support of
The Connolly Family
Dave and Kathy Greenwood
Dr. Michelle Helstein
Dr. Digvir and Manju Jayas
Deborah Lucas
Dr. Dena McMartin
Knud Petersen
Support Your Public Professor Series
The Public Professor Series brings engaging, thought-provoking conversations from the University of Lethbridge to our community—creating opportunities to learn, connect, and explore ideas that matter. Your support helps keep these inspiring experiences going. Donate today to help sustain the series and bring meaningful learning beyond the classroom.
For more information about sponsorship or donation opportunities email christa.merrell@uleth.ca.