U of A Unveiled: Thats Cool
Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024
7:00pm to 11:00pm
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Join us for an evening of discovery as we unveil some of the exciting things happening at the U of A! From the frigid Arctic where polar bears rule to the latest in sustainable fashion, space travel and much more — delve into fascinating topics featuring research that's redefining what it means to be cool.
Savour delicious food, sip a chilled cocktail, and enjoy live music while exploring interactive exhibits like 3D food printing, lab and observatory tours, and the Play Around the World program.
Your ticket includes food, 1 drink ticket, and parking. Ages 18+ only.
Schedule:
- 6:30 p.m. - Doors open
- 7 p.m. - Presentations
- 8:15 - 11 p.m. - Exhibits, displays, food & beverage
Featured Speakers
Andrew Derocher ('87 MSc, '91 PhD), Professor, Faculty of Science - Biological Sciences
Shawna Pandya ('06 BSc (Hons), '12 MD), Clinical Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
PearlAnn Reichwein ('88 BA), Professor, Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
Rachel McQueen, Associate Professor, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences - Human Ecology
Jimil Ataman, Assistant Professor of Sustainable Innovation in the Global Fashion Industry, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences - Human Ecology
Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science
11335 Saskatchewan Drive NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 2M9
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