9 a.m. | Traditional Blackfoot Ceremonies
Science Commons atrium | Level 7
Join individuals from across the community, together with Blackfoot Elders, as we prepare for the opening of Science Commons with a traditional Blackfoot blessing ceremony, including the offer of prayer with a pipe and the bestowing of a Blackfoot name.
11 a.m. | Official Grand Opening Ceremony
Science Commons atrium | Level 7
Join University representatives, government officials and community partners as we officially open the doors to Science Commons.
12 p.m. | Welcome Back BBQ
Science Commons atrium | Level 7
Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited for a FREE BBQ to celebrate this momentous occasion and kick off the start of another academic year.
12 – 3 p.m. | Building Tours
Tours leave from Science Commons room SA8001 | Level 8
Explore this incredible facility and learn about the research taking place right here in southern Alberta.
Book your free tour spot at the Big Bang info desk located in the Science Commons main entrance foyer.
12 – 4 p.m. | Community Open House
Throughout Science Commons
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | PUBlic Professor: 5-minute Edition
Science Commons lecture theatre SA8002 | Level 8
This fast, furious, five-minute version of our popular PUBlic Professor series showcases the range of fascinating research at uLethbridge.
SOLD OUT | 5:30 – 10 p.m. | Big Bang Gala
Science Commons atrium | Level 7
Join us for dinner and a keynote by Jay Ingram, science broadcaster, writer and past co-host of the Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet. In his talk Watson & Crick, Lennon & McCartney, Ingram shows how both scientific and artistic creativity benefit from collaboration, competitive pressure and event luck. Presented in part by Brighter Together.