College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Inaugural lectures

Each academic year , the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences has hosted a series of inaugural lectures given by newly-created professors around the College.

These lectures are an important part of life at the University of Edinburgh and the speakers give an illuminating overview of their contribution to their field.

Attendance is free and members of the public, staff and students are all welcome.

Professor Rachel Muers presents an Inaugural Lecture, "Divinity Among The Humanities: ‘Idle Decoration’ or ‘Water of Life’”

You are invited to the inaugural lecture of Professor Rachel Muers (Professor of Divinity) “Divinity Among The Humanities: ‘Idle Decoration’ or ‘Water of Life’” in the Assembly Hall, New College on Thursday 14 September at 2pm. The lecture will be followed by a reception in the Rainy Hall. All are welcome to attend. This event is open to the public.

2014-2015 video includes

INAUGURAL 2014-2015 VIDEO INCLUDES

Archive

Details of previous lectures, including lecture abstracts, can be found here in our archive section.

Contact

For further information please contact : louise.trotter@ed.ac.uk