Lakehead University Thunder Bay Customer Service Phone Number

Phone Number of Lakehead University Thunder Bay is (807) 343-8110 .

Lakehead University - Thunder Bay evolved from Lakehead Technical Institute founded in 1946 and Lakehead College of Arts, Science, and Technology (founded 1957). Lakehead Technical Institute was established on June 4, 1946, by an Order-in-Council of the Province of Ontario. Classes commenced in January 1948, in temporary rented quarters in downtown Port Arthur. In September of that same year, the first university courses were added to the curriculum. Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology was established by an Act of the Ontario Legislature proclaimed on August 1, 1957.

Years later, the original Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology Act was amended to grant the college authority to establish new faculties, and confer degrees in arts and sciences. Lakehead University - Thunder Bay Act, 1965, was given royal assent on June 22, 1965, and came into force on July 1, 1965. The Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology, thereafter known as " Lakehead University - Thunder Bay," was continued under this new charter. The first degrees were conferred on May 5, 1965. The original college site comprised some 32 hectares of land in south-west Port Arthur, Ontario. From 1962 to 1965, an additional 87 hectares of adjoining land were purchased in anticipation of future expansion. The first building was opened in 1957. The school has more than 45,000 alumni in 67 different countries. Lakehead University - Thunder Bay main campus in Thunder Bay has more than 7,300 students. As of September 2010, a new permanent extension campus in Orillia, located about 150 km north of Toronto, has more than 900 students.

In 2005 the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) was formed as a joint initiative between Lakehead University - Thunder Bay and Laurentian University in Sudbury. NOSM is organised within the Faculty of Medicine of both Laurentian (East Campus) and Lakehead (West Campus) universities. The medical school has multiple teaching and research sites across Northern Ontario, including large and small communities. Students are given a choice of attending either one of the two main NOSM campuses. Lakehead University - Thunder Bay is home to one of the top Ancient-DNA laboratories in the world. The Paleo-DNA Laboratory was the first university affiliated laboratory in Canada to become accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) for forensic DNA testing. Lakehead University Paleo-DNA Laboratory has gained recognition for work done in its state-of-the-art facility on a wide array of subjects, such as the remains from Titanic victims, and most recently the DNA samples used in the documentary “The Lost Tomb of Jesus.” Lakehead University - Thunder Bay physical plant now consists of 39 buildings and 116 hectares of property including 40 hectares of landscaped and maintained grounds. The current value of land and property holdings is estimated to be well over $150,000,000.

Lakehead University - Thunder Bay has a governing board and senate policies as well as Aboriginal-governed councils within the university structure. There are many Aboriginal staff. For example, there is a Vice-Provost of Aboriginal Initiatives. The Lakehead University - Thunder Bay provides special first-year bridging programs for Aboriginal students. Dedicated tutoring services are available within Lakehead’s Native Nursing Access Program. There is also the Superior Science Program which goes to remote Aboriginal communities.

Lakehead University - Thunder Bay has Canada's only Department of Aboriginal Education to foster Native Language instruction and prepare teachers to meet the needs of Aboriginal students and communities. By percentage of total student population, Lakehead University - Thunder Bay has one of the largest aboriginal student communities in Canada.

Lakehead University - Thunder Bay attractive and safe location, functional facilities, delicious food and trouble-free planning will help make your function a memorable success for all. Located on-campus, Conference Services and all of its facilities are conveniently located within a short distance to major city attractions, shopping, theatre and night life. Lakehead University - Thunder Bay compact campus provides easy access from one venue to the next; most buildings, residences and dining facilities are less than a 5 minute walk apart! Additionally, Lakehead University's beautiful campus grounds and modern facilities offer an environment conducive to a great learning experience. Conference Services has a wide variety of meeting and event space available to suit your needs. Whether you are planning something large or small, we have the facility for you. Facility types include: classrooms, theatres, cafeterias, lounges, gymnasiums and computer labs.

Lakehead University - Thunder Bay scenic campus is centrally located within the city and maintains the integrity of its naturally wooded surroundings. Created in 1965 as the University of the North, Lakehead University is located on approximately 150 hectares of land. The Lakehead University - Thunder Bay campus is situated around man-made Lake Tamblyn and provides the opportunity for many recreational activities throughout the year. During your stay at the University, a variety of indoor and outdoor activities may be enjoyed. Take advantage of Thunder Bay's 28 kms of recreation trails or make use of Lakehead University - Thunder Bay recreational facilities including: Olympic sized swimming pool, Gymnasium, weight room and track , Sauna , Squash, racquetball, basketball, tennis courts and volleyball courts, Climbing wall and indoor soccer field. Lakehead University Conference Services is pleased to offer all clients access to catering services provided by Classic Fare Catering.

Lakehead University Thunder Bay Address

The address of Lakehead University Thunder Bay is 955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada P7B 5E1.

Lakehead University Thunder Bay Website

The Website of Lakehead University Thunder Bay is www.lakeheadu.ca.

Lakehead University Thunder Bay Customer Support Service Phone Number

The customer support phone number of Lakehead University Thunder Bay is (807) 343-8110 (Click phone number to call).


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