ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Lily Brook, a Friendly Senior Living community, and The Notre Dame Club of Rochester will host a free public lecture on how four generations can communicate, collaborate, and lead effectively in today’s modern workplace.
University of Notre Dame professor Angela R. Logan, Ph.D., will present “Powerful Conversations Across Generations” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, in the Community Room at Lily Brook, 150 French Road, Rochester, NY 14618.
Navigating 4 Generations in the Workplace
Logan’s presentation will analyze how the defining experiences of Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z influence workplace communication and organizational leadership. Attendees will gain practical, actionable strategies for navigating generational differences, resolving workplace friction, and building cohesive, multi-generational teams.
The event is part of the nationwide Hesburgh Lecture Series, celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026. Sponsored by the Notre Dame Alumni Association, the initiative connects university faculty with local communities to discuss pressing social, academic, and global issues.
“For the first time in history, the world of work spans four generations,” said Dr. Logan. “Audiences will gain clear insights into how each generation shows up on the job and how those core differences shape the way we lead, collaborate, and communicate.”
About the Speaker: Angela R. Logan, Ph.D.
Dr. Logan is a Teaching Professor and the St. Andre Bessette Academic Director of the Master of Nonprofit Administration program in Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. With more than 25 years of experience across higher education and philanthropic leadership, her research focuses on gender, race, faith, and nonprofit administration. Dr. Logan earned national distinction as the first African American woman to receive a Ph.D. in philanthropic studies from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
Event Overview
- Event: 2026 Hesburgh Lecture – “Powerful Conversations Across Generations”
- Keynote Speaker: Angela R. Logan, Ph.D. (University of Notre Dame)
- Date & Time: Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Community Room at Lily Brook | 150 French Road, Rochester, NY 14618
- Admission: Free and open to the general public
About the Hesburgh Lecture Series
Established in 1986 and named in honor of Rev. Theodore Hesburgh, C.S.C., late president of the University of Notre Dame, the Hesburgh Lecture Series is a flagship initiative of the Notre Dame Alumni Association bringing academic expertise directly to local communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where is the 2026 Hesburgh Lecture in Rochester, NY?
A: The lecture will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, in the Community Room at Lily Brook, located at 150 French Road, Rochester, NY 14618.
Q: Is the cross-generational leadership lecture free to attend?
A: Yes, the event is completely free and open to the public, presented by Lily Brook and The Notre Dame Club of Rochester.
Q: Who is presenting at the Rochester Hesburgh Lecture?
A: Angela R. Logan, Ph.D., a Teaching Professor and Academic Director at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business, will deliver the lecture titled “Powerful Conversations Across Generations.”
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