Illuminating Minds - A Symposium and Concert in honour of Margaret Manion

This two-part event reflects on the legacy of Professor Emerita Margaret Manion IBVM AO FAHA (1935 - 2024)

Part One. Academic Papers and Reminiscences

9.00am - 5.30pm. Public Lecture Theatre, Old Arts Building The University of Melbourne

A collection of papers from scholars, curators, friends and associates will highlight key aspects of Margaret's contribution to the study of medieval manuscripts and to the broader intellectual and artistic life of the University/Museums and other cultural institutions.

Speakers include: Dr Gerard Vaughan FAHA AM, Shane Carmody, Dr Alison Inglis AM, Professor Bernard Muir, Jessica Majcen, Dr Anna Welch, Dr Hilary Maddocks, Libby Melzer, Dr Judith Collard, Dr Ursula Betka, Dr Tarek Maklouf, Dr Louise Marshall, Dr Callum Reid, Dr Bronwyn Stocks.

Please Note: Morning and afternoon tea will be provided.

Part Two. Musical Performance

6.00 - 7.00pm. Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Newman College, Carlton.

The symposium will conclude with a performance at Newman College Chapel of music inspired by and in honour of Professor Manion. 

Performers include:

Gary Ekkel and Schola Cantorum of Melbourne;

Stephen Grant and e21

Questions?

Contact Dr Callum Reid at callum.reid@unimelb.edu.au.