Inside Summer 2017

  • Archival photo of the Mohawk Indian Residential School

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    A history student's take on Canada 150

    If our dominant historical narratives ignore realities of Canada’s colonial past, stereotypes will continue to permeate public perceptions, writes graduate student Lucy Vorobej. In 2017, it is essential to consider the narratives we need to tell.


    Category: Feature
  • visualization of website links

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    The future of history

    How will the events of today, including Canada 150, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, or the political turmoil in the United States, be researched by future historians? Professor Ian Milligan explains how he and others are tackling the challenge of big data and how it is reshaping the future of history.


    Category: Feature
  • SAIL trailer parked at event

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    Impact of giving: Student Art Innovation Lab (SAIL)

    This summer students are running a mobile, pop-up art program that activates creativity wherever the iconic Airstream trailer finds itself in the community.


    Category: Feature Giving
  • Lenora Hume standing in sand in front of large public artwork

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    Thinking about Canada from the United States

    It's hard to follow Canadian culture from inside the noisy belly of America, says alumna Lenora Hume, who has lived and worked abroad for several decades. But still, for her, Canadian excellence matters.


    Category: Feature Alumni