Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Fall Convocation -- Saturday, October 13
Fall 2012 Convocation will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13.
Watch Online! This website will be active beginning approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the ceremony.
Everything you need to know about the ceremony, deadlines and processes can be found here.
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Bill Cade to Receive Honorary Degree at Fall Convocation
As President and chief ambassador of the U of L for 10 years, Bill Cade oversaw the development of many initiatives including a rapid increase in students, growth in research, growth of graduate-level education, and the largest fundraising campaign to date.
As well, Cade strengthened community relations at local, provincial, national, and international levels.
Shortly after Dr. Cade became President, the U of L took its first steps towards becoming a comprehensive university, with the admittance of the first graduate students in the M.Sc. Management and Ph.D. Neuroscience programs.
Ph.D. program offerings expanded in 2004, with the approval of five doctoral programs in science. The U of L continued to grow student enrolment during Dr. Cade’s tenure as President, exceeding 8,000 by 2005. Learn more here.
If you wish to recognize an individual from the community with an Honorary Degree, please visit this website to learn how.
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Kathryn Preuss (BSc '95) Recognized as Alumna of the Year
Recognized for her integrity and impassioned approach to research and discovery, Dr. Kathryn Preuss has made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, establishing herself as a leader in the field.
She graduated from the University of Lethbridge with distinction in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, and received the Faculty of Arts & Science Gold Medal (Science).
Following graduation, she pursued a PhD in inorganic chemistry at the University of Waterloo, which she completed in 2000. She returned to Canada after completing her post-doctoral studies in the United States and is currently an associate professor at the University of Guelph. Learn more about Kathyrn, here.
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New Coat of Arms to be Unveiled at Fall Convocation
After a 45-year absence -- and following a lengthy design and approval process -- the U of L will have a fully-registered, heraldically-correct Coat of Arms.
The image and description will be unveiled at the 2012 Fall Convocation ceremony by Bruce Patterson, the Deputy Chief Herald, Canadian Heraldic Authority. Additional information will be released after the ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 13. The image above shows a small portion of the updated Arms.
Patterson will also be presenting a public talk in PE264 on Heraldry on Friday, Oct. 12.
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45th Anniversary Homecoming Events This Week
Thursday, October 11
University of Lethbridge Archives / Galt Museum and Archives present a Galt Cafe: University of Lethbridge: 45 years in 45 minutes, with U of L archivist Michael Perry. Thursday, October 11, 7 p.m.
Friday, October 12
Faculty of Education presents Olympic Gold Medalist Adam Kreek, Friday, October 12, 2012, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Management Time Machine
Friday, October 12, 2012 | 6:30 pm
The Faculty of Arts & Science presents "A Spirited Conversation – Scotch Tasting" SOLD OUT!
Friday, October 12, 2012 | 6:00 – 8:30 pm
“Celebrating 45” Faculty Artists & Friends Concert
Friday, October 12, 2012 | 8:00 pm
ULSU Alumni Award and Bonfire
Friday, October 12, 2012 | 9:00 – 11:00 pm
Saturday, October 13
Fall Convocation
Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friends of Health Sciences Award
Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Alumni Association Dine & Dance
Saturday, October 13, 2012 | Reception 5 pm, Supper 6 pm, Dance 9 pm
Sunday, October 14
President’s Brunch & Swinging 60s Fashion Show
Sunday, October 14, 2012 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
...and much more!
Get all the details here.
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Gordon E. Jong Appointed Chair of the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors
Gordon E. Jong, CA, a Lethbridge-based chartered accountant with a long-standing relationship with the University of Lethbridge, has been appointed by the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta as the ninth Chair of the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors.
Gordon Jong will be in CJ's from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11. The University community is invited to drop by and meet -- or get re-aquainted with -- Gordon in his new role as Board Chair.
Jong, who earned Bachelor of Science (1980) and Bachelor of Management (1982) degrees from the University of Lethbridge, is a former member of the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors (2006 to 2012) and a 2004 U of L Alumni Honour Society inductee.
Community work has been a staple for Jong. He has served as Chair of the Board of Governors at Lethbridge College, treasurer of the Southern Alberta Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect; Lethbridge Jaycee’s Club; president of the Rotary Club of Lethbridge; and treasurer of the Rotary International Peace Park Assembly. Learn more here.
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Immigrant Achievement Award Finalists Include Women and Gender Studies Researcher Glenda Bonifacio
A University of Lethbridge researcher is a finalist in the 2012 Lethbridge Family Services – Immigrant Services Immigrant Achievement Awards.
Dr. Glenda Bonifacio, an Associate Professor in Women and Gender Studies at the University of Lethbridge, is a finalist in the Distinguished Professional category.
The Immigrant Achievement Awards bring awareness to the valuable contribution of immigrants within our community. The third annual awards ceremony, which takes place Nov 8, 2012, will honor 11 finalists in six categories of achievement.
Bonifacio’s research interests are diverse, and include Gender, Migration and Citizenship, Development and Globalization, among other topics.
Award recipients will be announced at the 2012 Immigrant Achievement Awards which will take place Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Coast Hotel.
Learn more aboiut the event, and the other nominees, here.
The community is invited to attend.
Tickets are $35 per person. Order online, here
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New Managers At Edmonton, Calgary Campuses
Dana Corbin and Nicholas Lang’at are the recently-appointed managers of the Calgary and Edmonton campuses.
Corbin (BMgt ’05) is a University of Lethbridge alumna who graduated with Great Distinction. She achieved immediate success in the business world, working with Venture Communications and for Arlene Dickinson of Dragon’s Den fame.
Lang’at comes to the U of L from the University of Alberta where he was most recently the Faculty of Arts governance officer. Previously, Lang’at worked in housing and student services and was instrumental in providing quality service to the U of A student body while fostering a community atmosphere.
Learn more here.
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ATB Financial, University of Lethbridge Partner on Business Education Seminars in Southern Alberta
Photo, left to right: Dan Kazakoff, Rob Smith, Vice-President, ATB Financial South and Gordon Hunter
The University of Lethbridge joined ATB Financial officials at the new Highlands Crossing branch in west Lethbridge last week to announce ATB Financial’s support of the newly-established ATB Financial Small Business Institute Speaker Series.
Led by Small Business Institute directors, Dr. M. Gordon Hunter and Dan Kazakoff, the series will be of interest to those currently involved or considering an investment or career in small business.
A $36,000 investment will help launch the series, which will see industry leaders and researchers visit communities throughout southern Alberta to share their knowledge, insights and experiences on topics related to small business.
The widespread delivery of the speaker series is what makes the program so unique. Presentations from industry leaders and researchers will be made throughout southern Alberta, with a special focus on reaching rural communities.
Learn more here.
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Jennifer Penner Receives 2012 Friends of Health Sciences Award
On Saturday, October 13, 2012, the University of Lethbridge Faculty of Health Sciences will host the third annual Friends of Health Sciences Awards reception, giving the Faculty the opportunity to show its appreciation to the many individuals and organizations who have supported its programs in practice settings.
Each year, the Faculty of Health Sciences recognizes an individual or an agency that has made a significant contribution to health education and research in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge.
This year, the Faculty is pleased to honour Jennifer Penner, RN, BScN, as the 2012 Friends of Health Sciences Award recipient.
Penner is a veteran health-care professional with more than 25 years experience as a registered nurse and nurse clinician in a wide variety of settings across Alberta.
Originally from Bow Island, Alta., Penner entered the health-care profession as a multi-award-winning graduate of the Medicine Hat College School of Nursing and began her career in Bow Island, Alta. Learn more here.
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Wellness Updates
This month's Comfort Zone newsletter is now available. Articles this month: Keeping your home safe; is chocolate healthy?
Wellness Updates:
Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month is Oct 1 – 31…the 2012 theme is Life-Work Harmony –Working Toward a Great Life! Over the next few months the Wellness Committee will be showcasing an education and awareness program around mental health in the workplace.
Watch for healthy workplace actions you can do over the next 4 - 5 weeks, leading up to the 6th Annual Life Balance Fair on Nov. 7
Oct 7 - 13- Improving our workplace culture
Oct 11 - Have a free 15 minute mini-massage – between 12:00 noon – 1:30 PM in D635
Oct 14 - 20 - Making our workplace resilient
Beyond Stigma – Increasing our Knowledge of Mental Health in the Workplace” lunch and learn – Oct 18 AH100 11:00 AM– 12:00 noon
Submit your healthy recipe to wellness@uleth.ca – prizes will be drawn for those who submit. Attend the ‘Life Balance fair’ to receive copies of the recipes submitted
Oct 21 - 27 - Keeping our workplace safe
Oct 30 - “Mindful Meditation” Lunch and Learn AH100 – 12:00 noon – 1:00 PM
Upcoming Wellness Events:
Life Balance Fair - The Wellness Committee would like to take this opportunity to bring health and wellness information and resources to where you are – at work! Come out to the 6th annual Life Balance Fair – November 7th from 10 – 1 – on the Indoor Track at the 1st Choice Centre for Sport and Wellness.
Watch for information and results from the Employee Health and Wellness Survey that hopefully you participated in last spring.
Find out the following:
- Top 5 responses when employees think about health
- What percentage of employees are exposed to second hand smoke at work or at home?
- How many people are aware of the Employee and Family Assistance Program?
- What do your co-workers do to manage their stress?
NEW this year
Stress Busters I 10:00 – 11:00 AM – room TH173 – sign up ahead of time at wellness@uleth.ca
Stress Busters II 1:00 – 2:00 PM – room D634
Mini-Massage 2:30 – 4:30 – 15 minute sessions – drop in to TH141 for your massage
Other:
There is still room in this semester’s Health Check for U – vascular screening program. Health Check for U is a program designed to inform you about your overall and cardiovascular health.
We will work with you to set goals about your general health and provide you with the necessary resources to meet those goals. The screening is confidential and is FREE to U of L employees.
Contact wellness@uleth.ca register or for more information
Mini Massages:
Thursday Oct. 11 - 12:00 Noon - 1:15 PM PM Room D635
Wednesday Nov. 7 - 2:30 - 4:15 PM Room TH141
Thursday Nov. 22 - 12:00 Noon - 1:15 PM Room L1114
Learn more about Wellness programing here.
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Sign up for the "Hoof It 5/10K Fun Run"
Support Pre-Med students and the SU Food Bank by participating in the Hoof it Fun Run on Oct. 20. Get the details here.
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U of L Open House Coming October 27 -- Volunteers Needed!
An open house for prospective students and families will take place on Oct. 27. If you know someone who should learn more about what the U of L has to offer, please refer them to this website for more information.
Volunteer at Open House 2012! Recruitment and Student Life is looking for volunteers to help out with Open House on Saturday, October 27 from 8:30am - 2:30pm on the track of the 1st Choice Savings Centre. Lunch and volunteer shirts will be provided. Sign up here.
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Lux Bucks Winner
Congratulations to Bente Hansen ( Fine Arts, Music) who won more than $400 in the recent Lux bucks draw. Learn more here.
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Human Resources Office Rearrangement, October 18 / 19
To provide for greater efficiency, privacy and work flow, the Human Resources Department main office floorspace will be rearranged on Oct. 18 and 19.
Service will be limited and communications interrupted on these dates. The new layout will provide 2 entrances: one for Payroll and one for Human Resources and Pension and Benefits.
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Next Uweekly -- Monday, October 15
If you have a notice or information to submit for the week of Oct. 15 and beyond, please contact robert.cooney@uleth.ca.
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