0525 - Have Transport Technologies Always Shaped Urban Form? A Look Back Locally and Speculation on What’s Next

Course Description

Dramatic changes in urban form have historically followed major shifts in the techniques we use to move around, be it by foot, streetcar, car or along major highway systems.  This talk will take a look back at these changes, first conceptually, then by using old photographs, maps as well as modern interactive “streetview” panoramics that will hopefully spur people’s memories (that they can share!).  The lecture will end with open discussion on what transport technology will next lead the way to major urban form change, such as autonomous vehicles and ebikes. 

Instructor

Dr. Sean Doherty is professor of Geography & Environmental Studies at WLU, amateur chef and brewer, and founder/chair of an award-winning local charity (kwlegacy.ca).  He grew up in Kitchener, is a graduate of St. Jerome’s highschool and the universities of Waterloo and Toronto, and been a visiting researcher in Quebec, Australia, England, Israel and at U. Western.  His research has transitioned from urban/transport to health geography, including exploration of some rather novel questions:  Can a smartphone be a health device?  How are parks making us healthier?  Can text messages make you eat more local foods?  He loves a good adventure with his fellow “Grifter” ebike riders, will talk your ear off about cooking and brewing, and is currently building a log cabin near Huntsville.  He lives in uptown Waterloo with his wife Karen and is “PapaSean” to two grandsons.  Further info at wlu.ca/sdoherty or www.linkedin.com/in/seantdoherty. 

Location

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, Community Pavilion (101 Father David Bauer Drive, Waterloo, ON)

• Parking is free.
• Download the facility map (PDF) to find facilities and parking lots.
• Check Grand River Transit for public transit locations, times and fees

Notes

• Lecture Time :  130-300 pm
• Lecture Cost:  $16.00 + HST

• Participants must register before the day of the lecture.
• Laurier’s online registration system accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Visa Debit, and MasterCard Debit.
• You will only be able to purchase 1 seat at the time of registration. If looking to register more than 1 person, each registrant will require their own account to complete the registration.
• Lectures are non-refundable

Contact

Please email lall@wlu.ca with any questions