Monday, July 16, 2012
Lethbridge Athletes Bound for London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics -- Celebration, Monday, July 16
Lethbridge Sport Council and the University of Lethbridge have partnered to host a community send-off for a group of athletes who are participating in the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics which take place July 27 – August 12 and August 29 - September 9 in London, England.
Paralympic swimmer Zach McAllister has been named to the Canadian team to compete in London this summer, while hammer throwers Jim Steacy and Heather Steacy, and Javelin thrower
Liz Gleadle are participating in Track and Field events.
Larry Steinke, Track Coach with Pronghorn Athletics at the University of Lethbridge, will be attending the 2012 London Olympics after being selected as Throws Coach by Athletics Canada.
The community is invited to the University of Lethbridge, Upper Track of the 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness on Monday, July 16 at 12:30 p.m. for a brief send-off ceremony.
A large Canadian flag will be available for signing, and will travel with the athletes to London.
Meet the athletes and wish them good luck on their journey!
When can you watch them on TV? Learn more here
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Parking Lot Construction Update: New Entrance, New Road Barricades!
Construction on a new entrance into Lot E from Valley Road is almost complete. Once the roadway is open, work will continue on the parking areas as outlined in the
parking lot rehabilitation project.
During this phase of construction, the existing north entrance at the traffic lights will be closed, as well as the entire area adjacent to Anderson Hall (Lots E, F, and FS).
Get more details here.
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Research and Academic Plan
The 2012 Research and Academic Plan is now available for the University community.
Be a part of the plan, and see how you can contribute to the vision of our University and our students.
View the plan at this website.
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Final push for Alberta Summer Games volunteers
The 2012 Alberta Summer Games (July 26-29) are just 10 days away, and organizers are looking to fill about 1,000 volunteer spots at sporting venues and other locations throughout the city.
Nancy Walker, the University of Lethbridge's vice-president (finance and administration) is a key volunteer with the games organizing committee and says supporting the Alberta Summer Games is a great opportunity to contribute to the community, gain valuable volunteer experience and have a great time.
"Planning for the Games has gone well and we are ready to put on a great event for 2,800 athletes, but to successfully host an an event like this we require 2,500 volunteers and we are still looking for 1,000 more to fill our needs," she says.
Walker adds that a large contingent of U of L staff, faculty and students are already volunteering in many capacities at the games, but there is always room for more people to help out.
"University of Lethbridge employees and students have always been great contributors to the community and here is another opportunity to give back to the community that also supports the University," says Walker.
"You will get an inside perspective on the athlete experience, and a great Games Volunteer shirt along with an Ultimate sporting event pass which gives you access to all sports events over the full four days of competition."
Whether you are 18 or 80, there is a volunteer role for everyone.
Learn more here
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U of L Welcomes Alberta Summer Games Athletes, Families and Supporters
The 2012 Alberta Summer Games take place in the Lethbridge area beginning on July 26. Nearly 3,000 Athletes will descend on the city from across the province for four days of fun, competition and southern Alberta hospitality.
Everything you need to know about the 2012 Alberta Summer Games can be found here.
The U of L's people and facilities play a key role in making this a successful event in the city.
The 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness, the Max Bell Pool and the Community Sports Stadium will see significant activity.
Parking is FREE for Summer Games Guests (Lot E).
Get additional details here
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Hot off the Press: Latest Pension and Benefits News!
While on holidays, relax with a copy of the latest Pension and Benefits Newsletter, now available for downloading from the Pension and Benefits website.
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University Community Open House, Sunday, July 22: Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage
On Sunday, July 22, the Coutts Centre for Western Canadian Heritage, located near Nanton, AB, will be open to members of the University community from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for drop-in style, self-guided tours.
Dr. Jim Coutts (LL.D. ‘12), a southern Alberta-based art collector, political advisor and philanthropist, formally turned over his family homestead property and a significant portion of his art collection to the University of Lethbridge last summer.
Since then, the Coutts Centre has played host to numerous horticultural groups, community members and organizations with an interest in prairie art, history or land preservation.
Learn more here
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“Hello, NASA? We’d like to borrow a Biocapsule....
A group of Lethbridge and area high school students who want to take NASA technology and use it to help reduce the affects of Type 1 Diabetes recently came away from an international competition with an award for their research presentation -- and were further recognized by the University of Lethbridge with $36,000 worth of scholarships ($1,000 per student).
Six students, members of the University of Lethbridge 36-person High School iGEM (International Genetically-Engineered Machines) team made their first trip to the Indianapolis, IN contest as the only Canadian contingent, and presented their take on how to use an innovative, implantable capsule (developed by NASA to release medication in space) to manage the release of insulin for people with Type 1 Diabetes.
How do they plan to do this? Find out here.
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Tennant, Johnson Among Alberta Venture’s Top 50 Influential People
Former University of Lethbridge President Howard Tennant and Ryan Johnson, a U of L alumnus who parlayed his geography degrees into a satellite imaging company with worldwide influence are among
Alberta Venture Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in the province for 2012.
The annual collection of people from all walks of life provides a snapshot of the province’s business, government, arts, culture, education and entrepreneurial communities.
Learn more here.
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What's new at www.thisismyU.ca?
Roloff Beny Award winners have big plans
Nicole Lalonde and Arianna Richardson were recently named the winners of the 2012 Roloff Beny Awards.
The duo was selected from a group of high quality and competitive applications, earning scholarships of $5,000 each.
Learn more about these creative students, here
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Brain In Action Lab Needs Lego Building Research Subjects
The Brain in Action Lab is currently seeking right-handed, FEMALE participants aged 18-35 to participate in a fun and easy study that involves playing with Lego.
There's no 'catch' and a $10 Tim Horton's gift card is on the table as a thank you.
Learn more here.
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Draft Policies Available for Review by Staff and Faculty
Several policies have been revised are available for viewing on the Institutional Policies website until July 31. Input is appreciated.
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Reminder: Update your vehicle listing on the Online Parking Services Section of the Bridge
Parking Services encourages all employees and students to verify and update their vehicle information for vehicles registered to Parking Permits on campus. Get additional information here.
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Office Hours and Office Closures
Records Management -- Reduced Hours & Closures July 16 - 23
Recruitment and Student Life -- Closed July 18 / 19, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Homecoming, Oct. 12 - 14
It may seem like a long way off, but the U of L's 45th Anniversary Homecoming events take place Oct. 12 - 14, 2012. In conjunction with Fall Convocation, the weekend features activities hosted by many different groups on campus.
If you have an event or activity that you wish to schedule during Homecoming Weekend, please visit this website to learn more.
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Next Uweekly -- Monday, July 30
Over the summer, Uweekly will be published every second Monday until August 27. If you have a notice or information to submit for the week of July 30 and beyond, please contact robert.cooney@uleth.ca.
Summer publishing dates:
Monday, July 30
Monday, August 13
Monday, August 27
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