Three days of discovery
The program
Sample preview. These sessions are fictional and not confirmed. Names, portraits and details are illustrative.
9:00 AM
to 9:30 AM
WelcomeSample sessionWelcome & opening conversation
Venue to be confirmed
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A sample opening gathering to welcome participants and introduce the conference theme.
9:30 AM
to 10:30 AM
KeynoteSample sessionBeyond the headline: religion in public view
Venue to be confirmed
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This sample session brings religious studies into conversation with today’s headlines. Through case studies and discussion, presenters consider how reporting, representation, and lived experience shape public understandings of religion. The session concludes with questions and an open conversation with participants.
Chair: Sample session chair
11:00 AM
to 12:30 PM
PanelSample sessionWho tells the story? Faith, media & representation
Dr. Marcus Reed · Dr. Leila Haddad
Venue to be confirmed
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This sample session brings religious studies into conversation with today’s headlines. Through case studies and discussion, presenters consider how reporting, representation, and lived experience shape public understandings of religion. The session concludes with questions and an open conversation with participants.
Chair: Sample session chair
May 6–8, 2027 · Waterloo