Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Parking Lot Enhancements Beginning Soon
The University of Lethbridge is embarking on a major parking lot redevelopment project this summer which will enhance the campus environmentally and aesthetically.
Redevelopment of the campus’s western parking lots is set to begin in a few weeks, beginning with the creation of a new entranceway at the northwest corner of Lot E.
This is just the beginning of the project that will give a facelift to Lots E, F, FS and G along Anderson Hall and the 1st Choice Savings Centre. The result will be more practical parking and the addition of environmentally sustainable and aesthetically pleasing landscaping. Get more information here.
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Long Service Recognition Ceremony, May 9
The University is holding the annual Long Service Awards and Retirement Recognition Ceremony on Wednesday, May 9th, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. in the S.U.B. Ballrooms. We will be honouring 103 employees who have completed 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service, and 20 retiring employees.
All employees are invited to the ceremony and reception to honour the award recipients. Find out who's been here longest, aside from Lois Boras and Jean Mankee
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McAleenan Tabbed to Lead the Women’s Basketball Program
The University of Lethbridge announced Tuesday that Erin McAleenan has been named the Pronghorn women’s basketball coach. McAleenan becomes the 10th head coach in the program’s history.
“We are really excited to have a dynamic young coach whose vision will help move our program forward,” said Executive Director of Sport and Recreation Sandy Slavin. “
McAleenan comes to the ‘Horns from the University of Alberta Pandas, where she spent the last three seasons as Assistant Coach. She also brings a wealth of national and provincial team experience to the program.
She was an assistant coach with the Canadian Developmental National team at the Pan Am Games in 2011 and an apprentice coach with the Canadian Senior National team in summer 2011. Learn more here.
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Health Check for U, April 12 -- What is it and how can it help me?
On April 12 beginning at 12 noon, please join the Wellness team in AH100 for a session on the Health Check for U program, followed by a deonstration of the health screening process.
Wellness Survey Completed
If you took the time to fill out the Wellness survey over the past two weeks, you have contributed to incredasing the value of Wellness programming on campus. You might also have won a prize.
Final winning numbers are posted here
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Free Tax Preparation
If you meet certain income requirements, you can have your taxes done at no cost through the Faculty of Managment / CRA volunteer tax program. The next sessions are scheduled for Friday, April 13, and Friday, April 20. Get more details here.
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45th Anniversary Profile: Roy Golsteyn
As part of the University of Lethbridge’s 45th anniversary year, a weekly profile will be broadcast on Global TV that features a person that embodies the U of L's story, whether it
be past, present or future.
Tune in this coming Thursday evening during the 6 p.m. newscasts.
This week, the segment features Roy Golsteyn, a cancer researcher who, in addition to numerous community commitments, has agreed to be the chief judge of the upcoming Canada-wide Science Fair in 2013
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U of L, Management Partner with Canadian Blood Services
The Faculty of Management and the U of L have signed on as "Partners for Life" with Canadian Blood Services.
This is an ongoing program, so faculty and staff of the U of L, along with their friends and families, can sign up as blood donors through the U of L partnership. Learn more about this partnership, here.
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Free Wellness Checkups, Thursday, April 12, 2012 – SU Ballrooms A & B, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Members of the University of Lethbridge community have a unique chance to take part in a free wellness screening this coming Thursday morning beginning at 8 a.m.
Trained medical and healthcare representatives from the Pure North S’Energy Foundation will be on campus to conduct wellness screenings and provide advice on various forms of wellness activities.
The organization is a not-for-profit charity founded by Allan P. Markin, a well-known Calgary resident, entrepreneur and U of L Honorary Degree recipient who has 28 years of extensive experience with occupational health and wellness.
The program is funded and provided by the PureNorth S’Energy Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to preventive and integrative health and wellness promotion.
Participation is limited, and you are asked to RSVP before Wednesday at noon.
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U of L's Philosophy began with Waterton Conference
The general purpose statement said it succinctly, “ . . . to begin the process of establishing the academic philosophy and objectives of The University of Lethbridge.”
Over the course of four days in the fall of 1967, 20 delegates and a trio of invited resource guests charted the course of the fledgling University of Lethbridge at the
Waterton Conference. The goal was to produce a statement of philosophy that would in turn be reflected in the academic program of the University. It was essentially a blank canvas with which to work, and the University’s founders went about crafting a philosophy that is remarkably relevant to this day. Learn more here.
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Place your Fiat Lux Ring Order by April 30
If you are eligible to order a Fiat Lux Alumni ring, please note that the deadline for orders is April 30 so there will be time to have the rings delivered for the Fiat Lux Ring Certemony on May 30. Please visit the Alumni Association website for more details.
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U of Team to Take on MS Walk, April 28
The University of Lethbridge has formed a team for the Walk for MS, which takes place Saturday morning, April 28 at Fort Whoop-Up. The team plans to meet at the collection tent at Fort-Whoop Up at 9:30 am that day.
We invite you, your co-workers, your family, and your friends to join the team. If you are interested in joining the team you can register for the walk online at this website
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The Final Refresh 2012, April 17
Everyone is invited to the U of L Alcohol Awareness Committee’s 3rd annual Final Re-Fresh!
On Tuesday April 17, 2012 between 11am-2pm plan to unwind and meet a friend, a favorite Prof or colleague at the UCA atrium. There will be a free lunch for the first 650 people, tasty Mocktails, prizes for participation and some crazy fun entertainment with human bumper balls, among other activities. Learn more here.
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Are you roaming with your cellphone?
If you have a Bell Corporate Cell Phone and will be travelling outside Canada (USA/Internationally) consider adding a Roaming Plan to your mobile phone, Smartphone, or connection card/turbo stick. Roaming charges can be very costly if you are unaware of your usage. Learn how to avoid a heart-stopping bill, here.
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Bookstore Day Planner Art Contest
The bookstore is inviting people to get creative and help them design a cover for the upcoming Day Planner. The deadline for submissions is April 21. If you're curious, check out this additional information
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Library Extended hours, April 13 - 29
The Library has extended its weekend hours of operation and is now open every night until 11 p.m. from April 13 to 29. Learn more here.
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Policy Review -- If there's a pandemic, what do you do?
The following draft policies are posted on the Institutional Policies website until April 18. Faculty and staff are invited to review them and share their feedback using an online form.
· Approval and Signing Authorization Policy
· Communicable Disease/Pandemic Policy
· Electronic Consent Policy
· Employment Application Materials Disclosure Policy
· Employment of Relatives
· Research Policy
· Social Media Guidelines
· Vacation Management Policy
· Weapons Policy
If you have questions, please e-mail nicole.hillary@uleth.ca
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Friday the 13th and a fire alarm test... what could be better?
Fire alarm speaker tests will be conducted on Friday April 13, 2012 in the Alberta Water and Environmental Science Building, Markin Hall, University Hall and the Library Building. Learn more here
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Next Uweekly -- Monday, April 16
If you have a notice or information to submit for the week of April 16 and beyond, please contact robert.cooney@uleth.ca.
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