Principal Heather Munroe-Blum will share with alumni and friends the bold vision for McGill’s future, as we build on our strengths and continue our proud tradition of making history in virtually all fields of human endeavour.

McGill University has been making history since its founding 188 years ago. In that span, the University has undergone a remarkable transformation from a small Montreal college to an internationally renowned centre of learning and research, thanks to the performance of exceptional students, the contributions of outstanding faculty, and the support and loyalty of a worldwide network of alumni and friends.

Please note: Due to security regulations at the Canadian Embassy, you must pre-register for this event.

Featuring an address by Principal Munroe-Blum.

Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Heather Munroe-Blum became the 16th Principal and Vice-Chancellor of McGill University in 2003. An accomplished scholar in the fields of epidemiology and public policy and a distinguished university leader, she has dedicated her career to the advancement of higher education, science and innovation in Canada and internationally. Among her main objectives as Principal of McGill is strengthening the University’s role at the world level with respect to research, graduate education, student experience and positive societal contribution.

Dr. Munroe-Blum sits on several private and public boards, and currently serves as President of the Conférence des recteurs et des principaux des universités du Québec (CREPUQ) and on the executive committees of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) and the Association of American Universities (AAU). She is also a member of the Science, Technology and Innovation Council (STIC), the Canada Foundation for Innovation, and the Trilateral Commission. Dr. Munroe-Blum has received numerous honours and awards, including being named an Officer of the Order of Canada, and is a Specially Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.