Cast Your Vote for the Next Alex Fountain Memorial Lecture Speaker!
Welcome to the next round of selecting the speaker for the prestigious Alex Fountain Memorial Lecture!
Established in 2011 by Fred, Elizabeth and Katherine Fountain in honour of their late son, Alex, this lecture series is a tribute to his memory.
Each year, it’s your voice, the student body, that selects the speaker.
Voting will be open online until April 7, 2025. From the top 20 nominees, cast your vote for the person you’d like to see as the next speaker.
Be part of this meaningful tradition. Explore past speakers, including literary giants like Zadie Smith, Michael Ondaatje, Emily Wilson, and Miriam Toews, and learn more about this special series.