Monday, April 23, 2012
Copyright Update
Access Copyright and the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada recently announced the negotiation of a new model license covering the reproduction of copyright-protected works in print and digital format. To view the U of L's position on this issue, please visit this website.
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U of L Hosts International Research Meeting of Herschel SPIRE Partners, May 3, 4
The U of L will host the first and only SPIRE consortium meeting to be held in Canada on May 3 and 4 in Banff.
More than 50 researchers from around the world will gather to update their colleagues on the Herschel mission, share data and discuss the outcomes of their research to date.
Dr. Steve MacLean, President of the Canadian Space Agency and former astronaut, will give the opening address.
As the lead Canadian researcher for the Canadian Space Agency’s contribution to the Herschel Space Observatory, U of L scholar Dr. David Naylor (Physics and Astronomy) has played a key role in the development of the Spectral and Photometric Imaging Receiver (SPIRE).
SPIRE is one of three instruments on the Herschel spacecraft that is orbiting 1.5 million km from the earth. Functioning at a chilly -270C, SPIRE observes the universe at very long wavelengths, those well beyond the limit of human vision.
Radiation emitted at these wavelengths is able to travel relatively unimpeded through even the densest regions of space, which allows astronomers to view back in time to the formation of the first galaxies. Get all the details about SPIRE, the research team and the Banff meeting, here.
Recent discoveries from Herschel are showing the far reaches of space in greater detail than ever before. Learn more about a "comet demolition derby" and other projects, here.
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Brenda Milner Lecture Series: “Lighting Up the Brain” -- Free Lecture, April 30
The Brenda Milner Lecture Series brings world-renowned scientists to the U of L and provides students and community members with opportunities to learn first-hand about groundbreaking neuroscience research.
This year, in partnership with the Lethbridge Public Library, the graduate student organizers present a free lecture by Dr. Gero Miesenböck, a Waynflete Professor of Physiology at the University of Oxford, UK.
His current research focuses on the functionality of neural circuits involved in sensory processing, memory, action selection and motor pattern generation.
Dr. Miesenböck is a pioneer in the field of optogenetics, which features the ability to use light to “turn on” and “turn off” brain cells. Learn more 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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Water in a World of Seven Billion -- U of L, International Partners Host Major Conference on Water Issues, May 8 - 12, Calgary
Decisions made about water are fundamental to society’s long-term social, environmental and economic prosperity.
In the face of compelling regional, national and global water challenges, the University of Lethbridge, with local, regional national and international partners, is hosting "Water in a World of Seven Billion" an innovative confernece taking place in Calgary, Alberta May 8 - 12 which brings together leading experts in water conservation, useage and policy development.
This is a unique opportunity to learn from water scholars, decision-makers, managers and educators, who will focus on identifying and articulating the science, knowledge and activities that lead to game-changing improvements that support sustainable water management outcomes.
Get the complete conference schedule, speaker list and registration information, here.
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New Combined Degrees Connect New Media, Public Health and Management
Three University of Lethbridge faculties are collaborating on two new, innovative combined degree programs that will bring a management focus to Health Sciences (Public Health) and Fine Arts (New Media).
Open to all current or incoming students beginning in September, 2012, these first-in-Canada degrees are designed to bring the best of all three groups’ academic and career-related processes together so students can earn a Bachelor of Management and either a Bachelor of Fine Arts, New Media or a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health.
Graduates would be granted two degrees after meeting the requirements of both programs. Get the full story here.
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Coulee Cleanup
Big thanks to the students who braved heat, wind and cacti to help clean up the coulee areas around campus this past weekend. The group collected more than 16 bags of trash in one hour and, among other items, found pillows, bubble wrap, and lots of parking tickets.
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Dancing Stormtroopers Leap to 85,000 YouTube Views
A recent 3D motion capture animation by U of L New Media student Matt Lunde has jumped from a modest 1500 YouTube views to almost 85,000 in just one week.
Hundreds of Facebook re-posts and forwards -- including a prominent spot on a UK-based tabloid newspaper site, a Denver, CO radio station website and many more -- have driven the traffic to YouTube and to Lunde's site.
This is not a bad thing to have happen to a student soon to be working for the Canadian Space Agency creating 3D models of objects more suited to this galaxy, rather than the one far, far away.
The video clip features a group of Darth Vader's Imperial Stormtroopers dancing to the group LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem". See for yourself: Lunde's project can be viewed here
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U of L Researcher Cynthia Chambers and Inuit Partners Visually Repatriate Rare Artifacts from Far North
The British Museum’s collection of Inuinnait objects is part of a “visual repatriation” project that brought northern elders, crafts people and researchers to London, England last week.
The project is part of the Ulukhaktok literacies research, a long‐term collaboration among the NWT Literacy Council, the community of Ulukhaktok, and Dr. Cynthia Chambers, a Faculty of Education researcher from the University of Lethbridge.
The research sought to understand what “literacy” meant traditionally to the Kangiryuarmiut and what it means today.
The elders, researchers and crafts people will examine British Museum tools, clothing and other objects dating back to the first encounters between Europeans and ancestors of the Inuinnait.
The museum objects and the trip to London, England will be captured in photos and a video documentary. Learn more here.
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New Issue of SAM magazine in the mail
Watch for the latest edition of SAM magazine in your interoffice maibox this week, along with a Report to Donors.
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Markin Hall in the Running for Prairie Design Award
Markin Hall’s architectural design has been nominated for a 2012 Prairie Design Award in the Recent Work category.
Although the winner won’t be announced until the end of the month, building designers are hopeful.
“We think it’s a great building and we want to share it,” said Martin Jones, partner at Calgary’s GEC Architecture.
“Frankly, we think it’s a really good piece of work. It’s one of the better ones that we’ve done in recent years - probably ever.”
Jones said the company applied for the award and was pleased to be accepted. “We’re really proud of the building.”
He said Markin Hall’s design was inspired by the Lethbridge’s climate and landscape. Learn more here.
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8th Annual Bee Heart Smart Physical Activity Challenge
This initiative for U of L employees is sponsored by the Wellness Committee with support from the Web Team, Sport and Recreation Services and AUPE.
The goal of the Bee Heart Smart Challenge is to promote an increase in activity, improve health and offer a fun challenge to your co-workers!
Prizes - Early Bird registrants (enter prior to April 30); will be entered for a draw prize. Top performance and random draw prizes available throughout the challenge.
NEW THIS YEAR - GO MOBILE The website will help you register activities, win Beat points and Register Achievements for the weekly challenges. Get more information here.
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Health and Wellness Survey Update -- Prize Winners Announced
A big THANK YOU to those who participated in the Employee Health and Wellness survey. Mpre than 700 employees took the time to submit their feedback. Check your number given at the end of the survey to see if you won a prize.
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· 74310122
Grand prize winners were: Sheila Matson - Blackberry Playbook; Kelly Vaselenak - 1/2 Wellness Day.
Stay tuned for preliminary results mid-May.
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Trapezoidal "Quadrangle" Construction Begins May 1
University quadrangles, better known as quads, are visible expressions of the university community and can enhance the quality of student, staff and visitor’s experience on campus.
Located just north of Markin Hall, at the site of the former track, the new trapezium-shaped courtyard will feature a core open space surrounded on three sides by small rolling hills to accommodate comfortable sitting and lounging, as well as connecting, well-lit sidewalks bordered by trees and plants.
Suitcase sculptures created several years ago by the late Carl Granzow will also be installed this year. The sculptures were once displayed on the south patio on Level 6 of the University Centre for the Arts. Learn more here.
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Deadline to apply for Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards - May 1
If you know a continuing student who needs cash -- and who doesn't? -- please direct them to The Bridge to make sure they have filled in their application to see if they qualify for student awards.
The deadline is May 1. Get additional information here.
The brief amount of time it takes to fill out the forms can pay off in many ways. Student Paul Klein, pictured above, has turned his few minutes on the Scholarships website into cold hard cash. Learn how he did it, here.
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Blake finds balance in burgeoning musical career
Ask Pronghorns men’s basketball guard Terrence Blake who he looks to emulate and Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Chris Paul or Rajon Rondo won’t be on the list.
No, Blake is more likely to drop names such as Lil Wayne, Drake and Akon, because as much as basketball is his game, music is his passion.
“Music started for me when I was in junior high,” says Blake, who just recently hit the urban rap charts with his first single, Ima Get Paid.
“I’ve always written, done poetry, and I started turning it into music in high school. From there it’s just been a passion I’ve had and continued on with – it’ll probably never stop.” Learn more about Terrence and his music career, here.
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U of L 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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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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Pronghorn Women's Rugby Team Among 2012 Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
The Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame 27th Anniversary Induction Ceremony is set for Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Coast Lethbridge Hotel and Conference Centre beginning at 6 p.m.
Among the inductees are the Pronghorn Women's Rugby Teams (2007, 2008, 2009) who are being recognized for their multiple national championships.
This year’s theme is “50 years of Canadian university sports” and the guest speaker is Dr. Mike Mahon, former CIS athlete and administrator, and President of the University of Lethbridge. Learn more here.
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First Aid Training Programs Coming Soon
Tthe next First Aid training sessions for staff will be May 15-16 and June 12-13, 2012. If you are interested in signing up please visit this website.
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Retirement Reception -- Barb Wolstoncroft, May 3
Barb Wolstoncroft will be leaving the U of L after more than 38 years of service. A reception to recognize this milestone will take place May 3, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in AH100 (Andy's Place) All welcome.
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University Centre for the Arts Mechanical Rehab Begins Soon
Over the 2012 summer construction season, the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the University Centre for the Arts will receive significant upgrades.
This second and final stage of the overall $4M project will address a number of ongoing air quality issues as well as allow more energy efficient operation of the building. Other projects will also take place at this time. Get more info here.
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Office Closures
Bookstore Closed Tuesday, April 24, unitl 10:30 a.m.
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Next Uweekly -- Monday, April 30
If you have a notice or information to submit for the week of April 30 and beyond, please contact robert.cooney@uleth.ca.
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