The Herr Lecture Series features presentations by highly qualified speakers on issues of public interest hosted at Burman University, Lacombe, AB.
The Larry and Denise Herr Lectures in the Humanities feature presentations by highly qualified speakers on issues of public interest. The lectures provide a forum for dialogue, open discussion, and reasoned debate in Central Alberta. The lecture series is named after two of Burman University’s retiring professors, Dr. Denise Herr and Dr. Larry Herr. The Herr Lectures are hosted on the campus of Bu
10/08/2025
Dr. Graff-McRae's talk will chart a path to the future of healthcare that serves all Albertans. Graff-McRae brings deep insight into public policy, health care, and social justice in Alberta, grounded in both academic research and real-world advocacy. Her engaging and thoughtful approach makes complex issues both accessible and compelling. For FREE tickets click here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/burmanuniversity/events/hls-future-healthcare-in-alberta/
02/19/2025
Next Herr Lecture ! Dr. Gwynne Dyer
Intervention Earth: Life-Saving Ideas from the World’s Climate Engineers
February 24, 2025 | 7:00 pm
North Centennial Hall, Lacombe Memorial
Click here for tickets:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/burmanuniversity/events/hls-intervention-earth/
03/19/2024
THE HERR LECTURES presents: "Colonialism and Communion: Revisiting Our Relationships with the Land," a lecture by Dr. Stephen Martin on Sunday, Mar 24 at 7:00 PM at the McKibbin Centre, Burman University. For free tickets visit click on the Eventbrite link below:
Colonialism and Communion: Revisiting Our Relationships with the Land A Herr Lecture by Dr. Stephen Martin
11/17/2023
Next Herr Lecture: Clara Hughes! Nov 27
Get your free tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/748686560657?aff=oddtdtcreator
03/03/2023
Is charity harmful to the poor? Listen to our new podcast with humanitarian Eric Rajah.
Is Charity Harmful to the Poor? | Eric Rajah | The Long Arc Podcast "The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” - Martin Luther King Jr.The long Arc podcast is hosted by Dr. Glen Graham, Assistant Pr...
02/20/2023
The legendary Canadian singer Susan Aglukark is coming to Lacombe! Monday March 27 at 7:00 PM. Get you free tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/528523597307
It's with great disappointment that we have to announce the cancellation of the our upcoming Herr Lecture by Kim Campbell on April 2. Given the serious health concerns our society faces right now, this is in everyone's best interest.
We wish you all the best during these difficult times! We hope that you are all able to stay healthy, and we look forward to seeing you at other Centre for Peace and Justice events in the near future.
02/26/2020
01/23/2020
Great article on our upcoming Herr Lecture screening of the award-winning film "Elder in the Making." For free tickets visit:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/herr-lecture-elder-in-the-making-tickets-86975077799
‘Elder in the Making’ Herr Lecture in Lacombe brings light to Treaty 7 - Lacombe Express Documentary film/interactive talk highlights relationship between Blackfoot elder, Chinese newcomer