John Fekete Distinguished Lecture featuring Dr. Colleen Lye
Please join us for The John Fekete Distinguished Lecture featuring speaker Dr. Colleen Lye
Event Details
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
City: Peterborough
Traill College
Building: Bagnani Hall
Cost: Free
This lecture series invites the public into contemporary conversations in cultural studies, featuring distinguished scholars who share influential new research and forthcoming work shaping the field of cultural inquiry.
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Bagnani Hall, Traill College
Speaker: Dr. Colleen Lye
Lecture Abstract: To be confirmed.
About Dr. John Fekete:
Dr. John Fekete is Professor Emeritus of Cultural Studies at Trent University, where he served as Chair of the Cultural Studies Department and Director of the Cultural Studies PhD Program. He is recognized for advancing cultural studies in Canada and for his leadership in defending academic freedom and freedom of inquiry in universities.
Professor Fekete has received Trent’s Distinguished Faculty Research Award and dedicated service awards from the Canadian Association of University Teachers and the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations. He is also a recipient of the Senate of Canada’s Sesquicentennial Medal for service to the nation.
The John Fekete Distinguished Lecture honours his lasting contributions to cultural studies and public scholarship.
For more information about the John Fekete Distinguished Lecture, please visit the Community Speaker Series website.
Community Speaker Series
At Trent University, we believe in the power of lifelong learning and professional development for our alumni, staff, faculty, students, and community members. Each year, Trent offers public lectures featuring distinguished visiting scholars and experts, sharing ideas and knowledge on subjects such as the Environment, Business and Public Policy, Philosophy, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Thanks to generous philanthropic support, these talks are free and open to both the Trent community and the public.
Contact Info
For more information, please email culturalstudies-phd@trentu.ca.