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Monday, July 30, 2012

City Begins Lane Paving on Whoop-Up Drive, Tuesday, July 31

The City of Lethbridge has advised us that lane paving will be taking place in east-bound and west-bound sections of Whoop Up Drive beginning Tuesday, July 31.

Apart from weather-related delays, the process is expected to take two days.

Signs will be in place to guide motorists through the affected areas. Residents are encouraged to use Highway 3 as an alternate route.

There are two projects underway that could affect your trip to and from work for the next couple of days. Learn more here.

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U of L President Mike Mahon honoured with Kainai Chieftainship

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Building on a tradition of understanding, friendship and cooperation, University of Lethbridge President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Mike Mahon was inducted into the Kainai Chieftainship on Saturday, July 21.

Mahon joins a distinguished group of individuals who have been recognized by the members of the Blood Tribe as advocates for the people of the Blood Tribe and for all First Nations’ people.

There are just 40 living members of the Chieftainship, including former U of L presidents Dr. Howard Tennant (Young Eagle, 1991) and Dr. Bill Cade (Calf Shirt, 2006). Read more here.

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Eagan's Award for facilities management makes U of L ‘a place to emulate’

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While the University of Lethbridge is undoubtedly a place where students can develop their leadership skills, it is also where faculty and staff hone their talents.

That is certainly the case within the ever changing landscape of facilities management and one of the University’s own was recently recognized for it.

Chris Eagan, Executive Director of the Facilities Department, was given an international award for his leadership as well as his involvement in the Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers (APPA).

The Pacesetter Award is presented to an active APPA member who has demonstrated significant service to the organization. Read the full story here. 

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Critter Update: Campus rattlesnake sightings

The University of Lethbridge, because of its unique setting in the coulees, is home to some areas where rattlesnakes frequent. In recent days, there have been sightings of rattlesnakes on campus.

Please exercise caution when walking around campus, particularly in the coulees. Rattlesnakes are not aggressive, and given a choice will retreat rather than strike.

Please remember, it is illegal to kill rattlesnakes, possess rattlesnakes or their parts or damage occupied den areas.

Some other tips on what to do if you encounter a rattlesnake can be found here.

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CCBN Renovations Add Value to Neuroscience Research

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The Canadian Center for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN) has undergone some major renovations in the past few months, including a 224 sq. m. expansion to the animal care facilities, plus a fabrication lab.

Learn more about these projects, and also the purpose of the laser-equipped multiphoton electron (MPE) microscope pictured above (which gets its own space  with special lighting and air conditioning).   

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Ancillary Services Requests Proposals for Campus Food Services

The University of Lethbridge has invited three food service providers to submit a Request for Proposal (RFP)  to provide food services on campus, including residence dining plan services, catering services, retail food services [such as Tim Hortons], and snack & vending services.

As this process moves forward, the University community will be solicited for input. Additional information can be found here.

If you have questions, please contact Jim Booth, Executive Director, Ancillary Services.

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Max Bell Pool day use change rooms closed for renovations

The 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness continues to be the site of a flurry of construction.

Renovations to the Wellness Centre and the core of the PE Building - which hasn’t been touched in 40 years - aim to create a more cohesive environment between the two facilities.

Construction on the day-use change rooms on the aquatic centre side of the building get underway Monday, July 30. This means those change rooms will be closed until renovations are complete at the end of September.

The public will be able to access the Max Bell Aquatic Centre through the main members’ change room and the family change room.  Get additional information here.

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Parking Lot Construction Update: Demolition and Detours Continue

With the second stage of this summer's parking lot redevelopment now  underway, the facilties an construction teams working on this  project are reminding everyone to pay attention to the signs and barricades, and to not aimlessly wander across a very active construction site in the interest of convenience.

With the  new entrance into Lot E from Valley Road now 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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What's new at www.thisismyU.ca?

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Aaron Nakama Appreciates U of L Connections

As a student, Aaron Nakama (BA ’98) was actively involved in the University of Lethbridge community through his work at the campus radio station. Reflecting on his experience, he can see how the opportunities he had at the University helped shape his future.

Since graduating from the U of L 14 years ago, Nakama has worked in a variety of fields – everything from broadcasting to technical recruitment. He is currently the senior technical recruiter at Fujitsu Consulting (Canada) Inc. View Aaron's video interview here

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Office Hours and Office Closures

Health Centre closed until August 13

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Copier Upgrades Coming

The University has renewed its agreement with Ricoh Canada, extending our current partnership to June 2017.

Over the next few weeks all of the existing copiers on our campuses will be replaced and upgraded to new Ricoh Multi-Function Printers [MFPs] that offer the latest print & copy technology and maintain all of the features now available on your current copier.

Printing Services will maintain the current price structure through to 2017 -- prices that have not increased since 1999. Additional details can be found here. 

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Next Uweekly -- Monday, August 13

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, August 13

Monday, August 27

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