The University of Lincoln will welcome Visiting Professor, Chris Packham CBE, to the Brayford Pool Campus on Wednesday 4 August 2021 from 10am for a special day of events covering all things wildlife, television, and media.
Chris will be joined by Professor Libby John, Head of College of Science at Lincoln, to host a day packed with face-to-face, hands-on, and virtual activities for everyone to enjoy. It will include a series of Summer Watch on-campus activities, a special Live Lounge session, and a media masterclass.
Chris Packham is one of the most recognisable British broadcasters, perhaps best known for hosting the BBC's Springwatch and Autumnwatch series. An enthusiastic advocate of wildlife conservation and environmental issues, he also dedicates his time to a variety of charities and good causes.
Places for the event are limited, but the 'Summer Watch' activities will be live streamed on the University of Lincoln website and social media channels during the day.
Face to Face with Nature
Visitors can book a place to meet Chris in person and get involved in our 'Summer Watch' activities, which will include setting camera traps for 'beasts from the Brayford', pond dipping, and hands-on lab work.
This exciting on-campus event is aimed at young people interested in the environment, natural sciences, biology, or animal sciences including wildlife.
Booking Link for Face to Face with Nature, please click here
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/form/facetofacewithnature/Live Lounge: How to Save the World
Chris will be our guest for a very special Live Lounge instalment co-hosted by Professor Libby John, Head of College of Science at the University of Lincoln and specialist in plant ecology.
During this live and interactive talk, which runs from 12.30pm to 1.30pm, viewers will receive insight and tips on what subjects to study at Lincoln to prepare for a career in nature or working with animals, find out how to help protect our planet, prepare for a life less ordinary, and change the world.
The winners of the Chris Packham Photography Competition will be announced at the end of the talk.
Please book using the website link at the bottom of the page
Media Masterclass
Chris will close our special 'Summer Watch' event with an exclusive in-person masterclass, sharing his top tips on how to get ahead in television and media. He will call on his experience working in television on shows including The Really Wild Show, Autumnwatch, Springwatch, and Secrets of Our Living Planet.
Co-hosted by Professor Jason Whittaker, Head of the School of English and Journalism, this masterclass is perfect for young people interested in studying film, media, journalism, English, and creative writing at the University of Lincoln.
Booking link for the Media masterclass, please click her
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/form/mediamasterclass/