Monday, August 27, 2012
Parking Lot Construction Update -- a "Hole" Lot of Work Completed
Completed sectons of the parking lot near Anderson Hall are set to be available in time for the start of work next week.
The new entrance and access point is complete and is moving traffic to Lot E, and the east entrance (traffic light) will be open as well. This project is not completely finished but is far enough along to allow it to be used. Please observe all barricade signage and fencing.
There is a section (slated for a drainage system) still to be finished in the centre of the construction zone. It has required more excavation than originally thought to remove unsuitable earth.
Recent rains have also delayed work in this specific area, because the new system in place to direct water runoff worked as it should (good news!) and directed the water to the still-unfinished hole (not-so-good news!). It is expected to be complete by the end of September.
Get more details here.
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Campus Information Services Open September 5
Campus Information Services will open on Sept. 5. Campus Information Services is located in PE 280 across from Tim Hortons. The hours of operation will be from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The mission of the service is to provide campus wide information to students at the University of Lethbridge.
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Campus Summer Construction Project Updates
According to Project Management Office director Brian Sullivan, some parts of campus will look like the final completion segment from a TV renovation show, but on a much larger scale.
With several key projects slated for substantial completion prior to the start of the school year, crews have been working weekends and evenings to move things forward.
Here is an overview of projects, and their staus:
University Centre for the Arts Ventilation Upgrade
The system is being tested, and people are returning to their offices this week.
Wellness Centre Renovation
The south entrance, stairwell and the pool day use change rooms will not be completed until the end of September. The contractors are working long hours to ensure that this project is almost complete at the end of this coming weekend. None of the ongoing processes will affect classroom use.
Sports Medicine Clinic
This space is expected to be complete and open in early October.
Fire Door Replacement, University Hall
This project is on track and all items affecting classes are complete. The balance of the work will be done after hours.
Quad Project
The first phase of the project is not scheduled for completion until the end of September.
Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre
Bulkheads need to be re-painted, a project that will delay the pool opening by one week.
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New Student Orientation Overview
New Student Orientation is taking place this year from Friday, August 31, to Tuesday, September 4. Everything you need to know about the upcoming New Student Orientation can be found here.
Parent and Partner Orientation will be taking place on Friday, August 31, 2012 and Saturday, September 1, 2012.
First Nations Transition Program (FNTP) Orientation: Wednesday, August 29 and Thursday, August 30
Volunteers Needed for New Student Orientation! If you know a student who might be interested in volunteering, or you wish to learn more about the NSO event, please consider finding an hour or two over the week to help out. Learn more about NSO volunteer opportunities, here.
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Hours of Operation -- First week of classes
Many offices will be open for extended hours for the first week of classes.
To ensure as many people as possible know when your office or administrative unit is open, please post your hours to the Notice Board and they can then be included in next week's Uweekly, which will be distributed on Tuesday, Sept. 4.
Bookstore Hours
Fine Arts Advising/Admin Closed Aug. 28, 29
Library's Intersession Hours (August 22 – September 4)
Arts and Science Advising Office Extended Hours
Cash Office Hours
Records Management Hours & Closures
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IT Dept working on Wireless Connection Challenges
The IT Department is currently working on solving a hardware error that affects the wireless network operation. Learn more here.
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University of Lethbridge has two honourees up for ASTech Awards
Youth science program manager Kristy Burke, along with chemistry & biochemistry professor Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden and his iGEM team
are among an impressive list of 25 honourees announced in advance of the Alberta Science and Technology (ASTech) Awards Gala that will take place at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton on Nov. 2, 2012. Get the details here.
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Bill Krysak Retirement Party
A location has been "secured" for the retirement extravaganza that will be Bill Krysak's (Campus Security) official sendoff from the U of L. Join in the fun on Thursday, August 30. Learn more here.
Bill was also a recent recipient of an award from the Lethbridge Fire Department for his years of service, and assistance with fire prevention education -- which has now become a standard part of the LFD's operating process.
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Lux Bucks Winner
This Lux Bucks winner is uniquely qualified to manage the more than $350 she collected from being a part of the Lux Bucks program. Learn who she is, here.
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ORIS welcomes Mary Butterfield
The Offices of the Vice-President Research and Research and Innovation Services welcomes Mary Butterfield as our new Research Officer for the social sciences, humanities, fine arts, education and management. Mary is a PhD candidate in Philosophy (Vanderbilt), with strong family connections to the U of L. Learn more here.
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CKXU Radio Presents Love and Records 2012 -- Downtown, September 15
Love and Records is an outdoor event held at Galt Gardens in downtown Lethbridge that features live music and vendors from across Alberta.
It brings together a community of like-minded people to share in their love of music in its many media formats.
This year's event will be an official celebration of the CKXU Radio Society's 40th anniversary on the airwaves in Southern Alberta! Get the details here.
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Fall into Spring: CampusRoots Community Garden Flower Bulb Fundraiser
In waning days of this summer, why not look forward to next spring … especially spring flowers! As a fundraiser, the Campus Roots Community Garden Association is proud to be working with Vesey's Bulbs to bring you a selection of quality fall flower bulbs at great prices. Funds raised will be used to match a development grant received to expand the garden. Get the details here. Early bird deadline, Sept. 7.
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Word on the Street Festival -- Volunteers Needed
The 2012 Word on the Street Festival takes place on Sunday, September 23 downtown on the streets and parking lot surrounding the Lethbridge Public Library Main Branch, located on the corner of Stafford Drive and 5th Ave. S.
A very successful launch last year saw more than 2,000 people take in a full day of music, readings, family activities and fun for all ages.
The U of L is supporting this festival again -- the Bookstore is a partner and will be on site, several student clubs and individual students have agreed to take on specific projects, and numerous faculty and staff volunteer their time.
This year's event promises to be bigger and better, and is still Alberta's only Word on the Street festival!
You can help with this event by volunteering for a variety of projects. Learn more here.
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Olympic TV Host Brian Williams Guest Speaker for Sept. 25 Pronghorn Scholarship Event
Pronghorn Athletics at the University of Lethbridge is looking for a community team effort to fill the 1st Choice Savings Centre gym and kick off what they hope becomes an annual scholarship event that supports Pronghorn athletes.
The breakfast event on Tuesday, Sept. 25, will feature well-known television broadcaster Brian Williams, fresh off his experiences at the 2012 Olympic Games, as the featured speaker. Tickets are on sale now. Please visit this website for additional information.
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Canine Class Attendance
Taking your family dog to obedience classes is fine, but bringing your pet to the U of L for some higher education is not -- unless it is an assistance dog.
The dog at right, for example, is not an assistance dog.
View the information update from Campus Security, here.
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New Parking Permits Effective September 1
It's out with electric green and in with bright blue as we begin another parking season, effective Sept 1. Campus Security has more details on parking permits, here.
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Student Jobs -- Advancement Call Centre
The University of Lethbridge Call Centre runs each fall and spring semester.
The position of student caller involves contacting U of L alumni by telephone to update their alumni records, share news about the University, and ask them to make a donation to the U of L.
The Call Centre is now hiring. If you know a student who might be interested in this part-time opportunity, please direct them to this website for more information.
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Next Uweekly -- Tuesday, September 4
Uweekly is now back to regular weeky distribution. If you have a notice or information to submit for the week of Sept. 4 and beyond, please contact robert.cooney@uleth.ca.
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