News

November 6th, 2026 | 2-minute read

Laurentian Alumnus Ralph Ahrbeck Returns for November Alumni Speaker Series

Long before leading multi-billion-dollar global business transformations across Europe and Asia, Ralph Ahrbeck (Bachelor of Commerce ’82) discovered his passion for business at his family’s Continental Café in Sudbury. More than four decades later, the Laurentian University graduate is returning to his alma mater as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Alumni Speaker Series on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

Three-panel photo of Ralph Ahrbeck: seated on stage speaking into a microphone, standing with a bicycle in front of a lake, and speaking at a podium.
News

November 6th, 2026 | 3-minute read

Sudbury Impact Structure Recognized as Geological Heritage Site

The Sudbury Impact Structure has been recognized as one of the world’s most significant geological sites. The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) has included it in “The Third 100” Geological Heritage Sites, announced at the IUGS Geoheritage Event in Portugal.

IUGS International Commission on Geoheritage logo beside the words “The Third 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites.
News

November 5th, 2026 | 3-minute read

Graduate Spotlight: Isabelle Mallette

After years of supporting students in the classroom, Isabelle Mallette wanted to help address the challenges they faced beyond academics. Ahead of Laurentian University’s Fall Convocation on November 7, Mallette is celebrating her transition from a career in education to a new role as a school social worker with the Rainbow District School Board (RDSB).

Isabelle Mallette smiling while seated on a couch, wearing a black shirt with glasses resting on her head.
News

November 3rd, 2026 | 3-minute read

Laurentian University Honours Environmental Leader William Lautenbach

Laurentian University will bestow an honorary doctorate upon retired Registered Professional Planner and visionary municipal leader William “Bill”Lautenbach during its convocation ceremony on November 7, celebrating his 35-year legacy of transforming Greater Sudbury’s urban and environmental landscape.

William “Bill” Lautenbach smiling indoors, wearing glasses, a navy suit, a blue shirt and a patterned tie.
News

November 2nd, 2026 | 3-minute read

Laurentian Marks Treaties Recognition Week 2026

Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin (RHW), in partnership with Laurentian University, will host five days of teachings, discussions and cultural activities from November 2 to 6 at the Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre (ISLC) in N’Swakamok (Sudbury).

Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin and Laurentian University logos above photos of a group posing together, a speaker at a podium, and an audience of youth and adults.