JFLS: Stories on Stories
Bridging humanities, data science, law, journalism, and traditional science, these mini-lectures examine how narrative and evidence interact and can be wielded to shape public opinion, policy, and culture. This event will be moderated by Professor Claire Battershill. Professor Battershill is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Faculty of Information and the Department of English. […]
Massey College Saves the World
Join the Massey College Environment and Sustainability Committee for Massey College Saves the World, an interactive evening about climate change mitigation and adaptation, with Junior Fellows Benjamin Rabishaw and Chaitanya Ahuja alongside Massey College’s Principal, Dr. James Orbinski. Across the world, climate change is falling as a policy priority for countries feeling trapped by the […]
JFLS: Beyond the Human
What lies beyond the human? From AI, to animal studies, to questions about technology and ethics, this lecture asks what we can learn from interrogating the nonhuman subjects and objects that surround us and form much of our lives. This event will be moderated by Professor Matt Ratto. Professor Ratto is a Professor in the Faculty of […]
Therapeutic Art
You are invited to a therapeutic art session where we come together to explore emotions through colour, shape, and symbolism. The session includes guided exercises that combine mindfulness with creative practice to support deeper self-awareness and self-compassion. This session is not a substitute for therapy. All are welcome, no artistic experience or talent is required. […]
Finding Your Why – Spiritual Connections through Drawing
Join us for an afternoon of reflection, creativity, and conversation exploring spirituality and purpose through drawing. Participants are invited to express personal experiences of faith, meaning, or inner reflection through art, followed by open and respectful discussion. No artistic experience is required—come as you are. This interfaith event welcomes individuals across the spirituality continuum and […]
Junior Fellow Lecture Series: Unequal Education
Much of Western democracy, meritocracy, citizenship, and education has positioned itself as arbiters of freedom and equality. Yet, what are the lived realities and shortcomings, the cracks and slippages of education and political systems? What are the inherent asymmetrical power dynamics at play? This event will be moderated by Dr. Ruth Childs. Professor Childs conducts […]
The Architecture of Difficult Conversations: Civil Discourse Across Fields
Hosted by Massey College, this series of fireside chats brings together leaders from healthcare, ethics, and civil discourse to explore the art and ethics of difficult conversations. Grounded in principles of empathy, power awareness, and reflective practice, the series invites participants to consider what it means to speak and listen with civility when the stakes […]
News and Events
Principal’s Message These are exciting days at Massey College, as we look forward to upcoming events like Friday’s sold out reading by Margaret Atwood, the December 11 High Table with special guest speaker Timothy Snyder, the Senior Fellow lunch with Janice Stein, and of course lots of holiday celebrations upcoming including the Winter Gaudy! Please read through the events […]
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
In recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, join us on Friday, December 5 at Massey College for a ceremony to honor the lives of the 14 women killed at École Polytechnique on December 6, 1989. This event will include remarks from members of the Massey community who advocate […]
News and Events
Principal’s Message Join me later this month for an unforgettable cinq á sept with Margaret Atwood, Canada’s most celebrated literary voice, who will give a captivating reading from her newly-published memoir, Book of Lives, followed by an intimate conversation and Q&A. This exclusive event in support of the Massey College Visiting Scholars and Fellows Program also celebrates the […]
