The University of Guelph’s "Global Thought Leader in Residence" Vikas Swarup will deliver a public lecture titled “Global Citizens in Uncertain Times.”
All are welcome to attend.
The talk takes place tonight, Thursday, Oct. 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at OVC Enhanced Clinical Learning Centre, Room 1720, 415 Gordon St. (RSVP at [email protected]).
Swarup will discuss the imperative of global citizenship at a time when the world is more integrated but also more fragmented than ever before, the university said in a news release.
His talk will emphasize the need for citizens with a global outlook as well as examine the necessary attributes of a global citizen.
“We need citizens with a global outlook because the vast majority of challenges facing the world can only be solved by countries working together,” Swarup said.
A well-regarded author, and former diplomat who served as high commissioner of India to Canada, Swarup was recently welcomed to U of G as the University’s inaugural Global Thought Leader in Residence.
The new position was launched jointly with the Canada India Foundation to elevate Canada-India relations through intellectual engagement.
Swarup’s residency extends to Oct. 23, during which time he will be engaged in guest lectures, public talks and interactions with faculty, students and staff.
