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Discover the SENSE-MD Project: Pioneering Innovations for Safer Mature Driving
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Politics of Aristotle
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About the LecturerColin Cordner, PhD completed his doctorate in political science at Carleton University in 2016, where he is currently a lecturer and the Buddhist chaplain. He has been practising meditation within the Buddhist tradition since 2006, and has been a meditation instructor since 2017. His path also often takes him through the domains of political philosophy, the philosophy of history, and the philosophy of science – particularly the philosophy of classical Greece. He splits his remaining leisure between various other Muses, especially those three charged with dance, poetry, and theatre. Also child-rearing. |
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Catching Criminals with Forensic Chemistrywith Sierra PeskettDate: Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm Location: Online, via Zoom. Price: $45.00 The Zoom Link will be sent in a Welcome Email the morning of the Expert Seminar. In this seminar we will explore how forensic chemists help catch criminals with various techniques. We will look at ink stain analysis, the science behind breathalyzers, identifying explosives, drugs and more.
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Sierra Peskett is a PhD Candidate in Chemical and Environmental Toxicology in the Department of Chemistry. Her current research investigates human exposure to PFAS and interactions between PFAS and the gut microbiome. Sierra has previously presented her research work at several conferences and has won awards for her presentations. She is passionate about her work and enjoys opportunities to share her knowledge with others. |
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How to be an Advocate
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About the LecturerPublic Engagement at International Justice Mission Canada. She has lived in Emo, Ottawa, Madrid, and is now based in Mississauga. Lorianne has a Bachelor in International Business and has worked in academic institutions, tourism, corporate and non-profit organizations. Through these experiences, she discovered the impact that businesses, non-profits and advocates can have when they tackle important issues together. This pushed her to pursue a career that rallies Canadians to prioritize community protection and equal access to justice services for survivors of violence. When she is not developing advocacy campaigns and briefing documents, you can find her outside in nature or trying new recipes with friends. Lorianne is grateful to be a part of the Lifelong Learning Program and looks forward to connecting with you. |
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Canadian Intelligence Enterprisewith James Cox
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Lecturer Biography: In 2001, I concluded my 35-year operationally oriented military career running the NATO military strategic intelligence organization in Mons, Belgium, that supported the campaign to bomb Serbia and occupy Kosovo. I have been engaged in advanced study and research of the intelligence function ever since. From 2004-20011 I served as an analyst on House of Commons and Senate committees studying national security and defence issues, and supported the Joint Committee on Afghanistan and Canadian parliamentarians of the NATO Parliamentary Association. From 2007-2023 I taught graduate level conflict management, civil-military relations, and intelligence courses at Carleton University and for Wilfrid Laurier University. I founded the Canadian Intelligence Network (CIN) in 2021, a not-for-profit organization with the mission to champion and promote intelligence education in Canada. I also support the Canadian Military Intelligence Association (CMIA) as principal planner for its annual Canadian Intelligence Conference (CANIC), the largest intelligence professional development event in Canada. My current research involves the unified and interdisciplinary study of intelligence as a fundamental human biological function that provides the root of the intelligence function replicated in social groups. Date: October 18, 2024 Time: 9:30am-11:30an Price: $40.00 +HST Location: Carleton University Campus Parking Info & Room Number will be sent by email 1-2 days prior to the lecture date. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. |
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Better Conversationswith Sasha Valgardsson
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Lecturer Biography: Sasha Valgardsson is actively pursuing a Ph.D. in Management, with a specialization in International Business, at Carleton University. Sasha’s current research projects explore issues related to multiculturality and diversity, specifically looking at the unique characteristics of enculturated biculturals and how they can contribute to organizations. Her work is driven by a desire to explore how cultural and cognitive influences may lead to fostering openness and inclusion in multicultural environments. Date: September 20, 2024 Time: 9:30am-11:30an Price: $40.00 +HST Location: Carleton University Campus Parking Info & Room Number will be sent by email 1-2 days prior to the lecture date. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. |
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The Art of Warwith David Walden
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| Lecturer Biography: David Walden has spent over 40 years working in the cultural sector both domestically and internationally with Archives and Library Canada, the Canadian Cultural Property Export Review Board, the Canada Council for the Arts, the Canadian Commission for UNESCO and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He twice chaired the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for Promoting the Return of Cultural Property to its Countries of Origin or its Restitution in Case of Illicit Appropriation and has lectured extensively on art misappropriated during World War II and the issues surrounding the return of the Parthenon (Elgin) marbles. David has also been a member of Canadian delegations to many international meetings on a wide range of subjects such as cultural diversity, Holocaust Era assets, sustainable development and inclusive education.
Date: October 7, 2024 Time: 1:30pm-3:30pm Price: $40.00 +HST Location: Carleton University Campus Parking Info & Room Number will be sent by email 1-2 days prior to the lecture date. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. |
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Funerals and Celebrations of Life
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| Lecturer Biography: Dr. Nick Overduin has officiated at funerals for about 40 years. This work actually began in earnest, however, after retirement five years ago, at the conclusion of obtaining a PhD in philosophy. Dr. Overduin’s thesis dealt with issues of truth and fiction in biography and autobiography. Dr. Overduin loves officiating at funerals and meeting with the families in the days beforehand in order to plan the service. Over the past few years, leading in more than 125 funerals, throughout research and experience, a change has been noticed, the emergence of new trends in the way people want to have funerals conducted, and I have also researched the topic. Dr. Overduin will share experiences and impressions, plus mobilize class discussions on this topic, within a context of scholarly resources and other industry-based opinions. |  |
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Climate Change & Society
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| Lecturer Biography: Mike Brklacich has studied society and climate relationships for +40 years, at the University of Guelph (1980-1986), Agri-food and Agriculture Canada (1980-1992) and in Carleton’s Department of Geography and Environmental Studies (1992-2021). He was part of the first wave of Canadian researchers to make the case that global climate change ought to be directly linked to broader issues of social and economic transformations in the developing and industrialized world. His research, in Canada and internationally, focused on improving livelihoods in stressed rural communities. He also played a leading role in the development of international research programs on Human Security and on Food Systems, as well as assisting with the development and advancement of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change. He contributed to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change over a 15-year period and was part of the international team that was co-awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. Prior to retiring from Carleton in January 2022, he was Chair of the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies (2006-12), an Associate Dean (Graduate Programs, Research and International) in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (2015-21) and a Chancellor’s Professor (2014-19). More info about Mike is available at https://carleton.ca/geography/people/brklacichmike/ |  |
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Date: Wednesday August 14, 2024 Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Price: $25.00 +HST Location: Carleton University – Nicol building Parking Info & Room Number will be sent by email 1-2 days prior to the lecture date. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. |
Artsy Mending
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| Lecturer Biography: Anne Warburton creates dynamic fibre art from repurposed materials and is fascinated about how creativity helps our own personal journeys. Lockdowns during Covid-19 led her to learning new ways to repair clothing and textiles through stitch, paint, and other methods, while keeping these items out of landfill, and experiencing the added benefits of how such practices are good for our well being and mental health. Anne is trained in the expressive arts therapies and learning facilitation, and spent her career in event management. She is currently working on certification as a Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapist. |
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Date: August 19, 2024 Time: 9:30am-11:30am Price: $40.00 +HST Location: Carleton University Parking Info & Room Number will be sent by email 1-2 days prior to the lecture date. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. |
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