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Jane Kuepfer speaking at a podium
Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Melding the theoretical and the practical

Combining academics and practice is vital to learning. Recognizing this, Professor Jane Kuepfer, Schlegel Specialist in Spirituality and Aging, integrates experiential learning in the classes that she teaches in the Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program at Conrad Grebel University College. “Academics is a way of processing what happens in daily life. Our interactions and service outside of the classroom are enriched as we strive to understand ourselves and others better through readings and discussion in class.”
Daniel Lichti & James McLean
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 12:30 pm - 12:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Noon Hour Concert: Duets with Anna, Dan, & James

Daniel Lichti & James McLeanAnna Ronai  Bass Daniel Lichti, tenor James McLean, and pianist Anna Ronai are well known to local audiences.  Their program includes duets by Mendelssohn, Schumann, Balfe and Rossini.

Ralf Buschmeyer
Wednesday, January 22, 2020 12:30 pm - 12:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Noon Hour Concert: Calgary Connection

Ralf Buschmeyer

Ralf Buschmeyer celebrates his return to Ontario with friends new and old. Michael Wood is a Stratford vibes player Ralf worked with while a faculty member of Ambrose University Calgary. Over the past few years, Michael and Ralf have played together frequently and have developed a sound inspired by the great Gary Burton Quartets. Clark Johnston is an old school chum of Ralf’s, both having graduated from Hamilton’s Mohawk College Applied Music program in the 90’s. 

The concert will be a mix of original material, Jazz Standards with new arrangements and classic Jazz-Vibes repertoire. 

  • Ralf Buschmeyer, Guitar
  • Michael Wood, Vibraphone
  • Clark Johnston, Upright Bass
Spanish singers
Sunday, January 19, 2020 9:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Compline

Spanish singers

Timeless chant, Spanish Renaissance music, and prayer in the austere beauty of Keffer Chapel at Martin Luther University College. Presented by Schola Musica Sacra, which includes UWaterloo and WLU students.

Martin Luther University College is on the Wilfrid Laurier Campus, at the corner of Bricker Ave and Albert St. 
The entrance is off Albert Street.  The parking lot is available.  Free.

Dr. Darryl Friesen
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 12:30 pm - 12:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Noon Hour Concert: From the Prairies

Dr. Darryl Friesen

Dr. Darryl Friesen has been praised for his “rich palette of tonal colour” and performances of “intimate, poignant simplicity” (Winnipeg Free Press, 2008).  

Food and faith lecture schedule graphic
Friday, January 10, 2020

“Food & Faith” Examines Mennonite farming locally and globally

The 2020 Bechtel Lectures in Anabaptist-Mennonite Studies at Conrad Grebel University College will examine Mennonite agriculture around the world and how this vocation directly impacts the lives of farmers. The Bechtel Lectures provide an opportunity to gain understanding of Mennonite history, identity, faith and culture across disciplines. “Food & Faith: Mennonites Farming Locally and Globally” will explore these themes in a film screening and a breakfast panel.

Music Theory at Grebel
Tuesday, January 7, 2020

Music and Math is a balanced combination

Music and Mathematics have been connected disciplines in the minds of psychologists and neuroscientists for years. An increasing number of studies have been carried out to link the effects of music on mathematical skills and vice versa. Many of these studies have found correlations between above-average musical abilities and above-average math performance.

Invitation to book launch of "advocating for peace" by WIlliam Janzen, featuring a book cover with the canadian parliment buildi
Thursday, February 13, 2020 7:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Book Launch | Advocating for Peace

Advocating for Peace: Stories from the Ottawa Office of Mennonite Central Committee, 1975-2008

Join us on Thursday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m. for a program with the book author William Janzen, including selected readings and a Q&A. Hosted by the Institute of Anabaptist Mennonite Studies.