LSBU are proud to announce our Inaugural Lectures programme for 2022 . Inaugural lectures are an occasion of significance in our professors’ careers at the University. They provide an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of our recently appointed professors who are undertaking research, innovation, engagement and teaching activities in their field of expertise.

Our lectures are open to all LSBU Group staff & students as well as to members of the public and are free of charge.

You can check out the full programme of our inaugural lectures here.

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The psychology of social identity: Prized and dangerous effects

Thoughts on how identity influences behaviour at conscious and sub-conscious levels

By Professor Daniel Frings, Professor of Social Psychology, Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research, School of Applied Sciences LSBU

Description: What makes us who we are as social beings? What impacts do our social identities have on the way we think, feel and live our lives? And what do they mean for the future of society? In this fast paced lecture, Professor Dan Frings will discuss how his research sheds light on these issues by delving into diverse topics such addiction, educational attainment and mental health. He will also explore how the self-views we hold in common may pose the biggest threat to our well-being, but also offer the greatest promise of positive change.

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Programme

5.45pm – Arrival & registration

6pm – Welcome & introduction - Professor Deborah Johnston, Pro Vice Chancellor Academic Framework, LSBU

6.05pm – Inaugural lecture: The psychology of social identity: Prized and dangerous effects - Professor Daniel Frings, Professor of Social Psychology, Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research, School of Applied Sciences LSBU

7pm – Closing remarks - Professor Marcantonio Spada, Dean, School of Applied Sciences

7.15pm – Networking & refreshments

8pm - Close

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