Cultural Affairs Manager: Deborah Currie, <dcurrie@wlu.ca>, ext. 3800
Curator/Art Gallery Co-ordinator: Suzanne Luke, <sluke@wlu.ca>, ext. 3801
Cultural Affairs Assistant: Heather Redden-Greer, <hreddeng@wlu.ca>, ext. 3139
Special Events Co-ordinator: Brenda Burns, <bburns@wlu.ca>, ext. 2051
Office Location: Room 2C1, Arts Building
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Art Gallery Location: Room A106, John Aird Centre
Art Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Cultural Affairs Department is responsible for the cultural development and enrichment of the university community and provides academic support services through exposure to lectures and mentorship opportunities, artistic, literary, performance and other special events. Programs such as Laurier Lectures, contemporary art exhibitions, author lectures and national and international cultural activity, contribute to student growth and promote an enjoyable and valuable resource for learning.

The university's educational art gallery, the Robert Langen Art Gallery and the university's permanent art collection exist to provide knowledge, stewardship, appreciation and the enjoyment of Canadian art and culture. The gallery exhibits art for the Laurier community and the community at large, and collects works of art in the public trust, including the Neufeld Collection.

The Laurier Lecture Series brings distinguished speakers of high profile in various areas of academic study to Laurier. These guest lecturers are of broad interest to a variety of academic departments, as well as to the community at large, and are intended to supplement the students' learning process through interesting dialogue and discussion, creative interaction and hands-on experience. One annual showcase Laurier Lecture will feature a speaker who is publicly well-known. These lectures are free of charge.

The Cultural Affairs Department provides cultural liaison to city councils, regional governments, other educational institutions and private organizations to establish a strong link between Laurier and the broader community by encouraging and promoting access and support.

The John Aird Centre

The John Aird Centre was officially opened in November of 1988. In addition to housing the faculties of Music and Social Work, the facilities also include the Robert Langen Art Gallery, the Maureen Forrester Recital Hall, an electronic music studio, faculty offices and studios, two rehearsal halls and eight classrooms.

The Maureen Forrester Recital Hall

The Maureen Forrester Recital Hall has a seating capacity of 327, and acts as the main performance space for the Faculty of Music. It also stages concerts by community organizations such as the Canadian Chamber Ensemble, the KW Chamber Orchestra and NUMUS Concerts.

Theatre Auditorium

The Theatre Auditorium is a multi-purpose hall with a seating capacity of 849 and provides facilities for student assemblies, dramatic productions, concerts, public lectures and social events.

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