2011-2012 Dave De Brou Memorial Lecture

The University of Saskatchewan’s History Department and the History Graduate Students Committee are proud to host the fourth annual Dave De Brou Memorial Lecture. This annual lecture is a tribute to the late Professor Dave De Brou, who was the head of the History Department. Our speaker this year will be award winning professor Simonne Horwitz. Dr. Horwitz will be giving the lecture: “Apartheid in a Parka?: A Historical Analysis of the links between Canadian and South African Racial Policy.” Her stimulating talk will be given in the Library Theatre at Frances Morrison Library (311 23rd - Street East) on Tuesday November 29, 2011. Doors open at 6:30pm and the lecture will begin at 7:00pm.

This event is free and open to any students, staff, faculty or member of the public who would be interested in attending. Beverages and refreshments will be shared following the lecture.

2012 HGSC Christmas Party

Building on the success of last year’s party, the HGSC will, again, be hosting a Christmas Dinner party and fundraiser at the Grad Commons on Friday, December 2, 2011 between 5:00 and 9:00. A full turkey dinner will be provided by the HGSC and drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for faculty and guests; the $15 tickets include one free drink. This years’ theme is a tropical Christmas.

It is intended to be a family friendly event and everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!