University of Lethbridge highlights for the week of February 2 to February 7
The University of Lethbridge has a number of events lined up this week that may be of interest to your readers, viewers and listeners. Members of the media who are interested in covering these events are encouraged to contact the individual event organizer directly.
Barefoot Cellars founders – 2015 Executives in Residence
11 to 11:30 a.m., Markin Hall Atrium
Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey, founders of Barefoot Cellars, the #1 wine brand in the world, visit the University of Lethbridge campus to begin their week as 2015 Executives in Residence.
Media are invited to speak with Michael and Bonnie in advance of their busy week presenting seminars and engaging in sessions with Dhillon School of Business students.
Contact: Steve Craig, 403-329-5181, steve.craig@uleth.ca
Free Concert — Music for a Winter’s Eve
Friday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Public Library Theatre Gallery
Department of Music students, staff and faculty will play a variety of music to warm the heart.
Contact: Katherine Wasiak, 403-329-2227, katherine.wasiak@uleth.ca
Culture Vulture Saturdays — Life-Size Selfies
Saturday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., University Hall Atrium
Everyone is invited to come and draw themselves in life-size as a portrait or a full figure. Materials are supplied and admission is free. The Selfies exhibit in the main gallery will also be open for viewing.
Contact: artgallery@uleth.ca
Fine Arts Graduate Colloquium
Saturday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Recital Hall, W570
Graduate students in the Faculty of Fine Arts will present their research in progress during this day-long event. Visiting artist Jeff Morton, whose music and art playfully explore sound and sound-making, will deliver the keynote address at 10 a.m. During the lunch hour, activities include a collaborative group game and the opportunity to sample Oculus Rift through a virtual reality headset in W811.
Contact: finearts@uleth.ca
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Contact: Trevor Kenney, News & Information Manager
403-329-2710
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