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Sexism and violence. Pensions on the rails. Warm and cozy.

Concordia in the news
Posted on February 17, 2015

Concordia in the news features stories of Concordians who appear in the news. Discover alumni, students, faculty and experts who recently made an impact in the media.

Expert commentators

Concordia faculty and researchers are regularly asked to offer expert, informed opinions on many of today's most pressing problems. Read some of the latest news items about Concordians:

  • Marc Lafrance, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, is interviewed on Radio Canada's Médium Large about sexism and violence. Listen to Lafrance, beginning at the 1:11:35 mark.
  • Craig Townsend, an associate professor in the Department of Geography, Planning and Environment, is quoted in an earlier article reprised by Pension Pulse about the involvement of the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, the province's leading pension fund, in two major infrastructure projects: the West Island commuter train line and a light-rail transit line on the Champlain Bridge. 
  • Radu Zmeureanu, professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, is quoted in an article in La Presse about keeping your home comfortable through winter.