Hallman Lecture Series

Hallman Lecture Series

Welcome to the Hallman Lecture Series at the University of Waterloo - where knowledge meets inspiration!

About the Lecture Series

The Hallman Lecture Series brings leading thinkers to University of Waterloo to engage the public on topics of health, well-being and health behaviour change. Established through a generous professorial endowment, this series aims to foster intellectual curiosity and the exchange of ideas amongst the general public, students, public health practitioners, educators and other professionals.

Professorial Endowment

The Series is made possible by the Lyle S. Hallman Professorial Endowment, a generous gift by developer and Order of Canada recipient Lyle S. Hallman (1922-2003) and his wife Wendy. This endowment enables us to invite distinguished speakers who have made significant contributions to their respective fields.

Upcoming lecture: Open Heart, Open Mind

Clara Hughes
Wednesday, May 13, 5 p.m. EDT

Clara Hughes.

Clara Hughes, a six-time Olympic medalist and mental health advocate, shares her candid experience living with depression to inspire others to face their fears and find their voice. As the founding spokesperson for Bell Let's Talk, she explores the power of movement to change lives and emphasizes the importance of deep connection with oneself and others.

Past lectures

Explore the rich history of the Hallman Lecture Series by revisiting some of our memorable past lectures.

How to attend

Attendance to the Hallman Lecture Series is open to the public. Guests and family members are welcome: please complete a registration form for each person attending.

Accessibility

Our commitment to accessibility ensures that everyone can participate in the Hallman Lecture Series. If you require accommodation or have specific accessibility needs, please note these on your registration and we will do our best to make the event inclusive for all.