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January 31, 2008
Humber Receives Support from McGuinty Government for Campus Renewal
Humber will receive $5.6 million from the McGuinty government for campus renewal and to maintain its state-of-the-art labs and facilities. "Humber is strongly supported by the current government. The college recently opened a new 7,775 square metre building at its North Campus with seats for 1,000 additional students and is currently embarking on the final stages of its Lakeshore Campus renovation," said John Davies, president, Humber. "The province contributed $33 million to these two exciting projects. This, and the additional funding announced this morning, will allow us to move forward with our plans to develop more sustainable, energy-efficient facilities in order to enhance our already substantial commitment to safety and to upgrade classrooms and labs." Postsecondary education has become a necessity for economic growth in Canada. In fact, more than 90 per cent of the new jobs created from 1997 to 2006 went to those with postsecondary education. For many, that means college credentials that are in-line with industry standards and requirements. Canada's colleges and institutes are a sound investment from multiple perspectives. Students benefit from increased earnings and improved lifestyles. Taxpayers benefit from an enlarged economy and lower social costs. And society as a whole benefits from increased job and investment opportunities, higher business revenues, greater availability of public funds and an eased tax burden. Humber's commitment to its students is evident through continued expansion projects at its three campuses. At the North Campus, the new B Building will accommodate close to 1,000 new student spaces. The development of the University of Guelph-Humber will provide space for 3,000 more. At the Lakeshore Campus, Humber is preparing to accommodate an additional 1,500 in the next five years. The College has acquired a former Mercedes dealership to accommodate new classrooms. In addition, the remaining historic 19th century cottages are being renovated to meet the needs of future students. Humber is also reaching out to students in the growing GTA area with its Orangeville Campus. Programming is currently available with a full-service regional campus planned over the next 10 to 12 years. Humber's new programming initiatives shows its commitment to its students. The new Sustainable Energy and Building Technology (SEBT) program, which will begin in September 2008, is an example of how Humber responds to the needs of employers looking for skilled professionals who can provide truly integrated solutions to the greening and increasingly challenging building and energy sectors. "Ontario has never had a greater need for college graduates," said Davies. "We look forward to continuing our partnership with the McGuinty government to ensure more of the province's citizens are able to fulfil their potential through a college education." A leader in polytechnic education, Humber offers innovative, career-focused learning opportunities. It provides over 350 full- and part-time programs including: bachelor's degree, diploma, certificate, apprenticeship and postgraduate programs. Humber serves 18,000 full-time and 55,000 part-time learners, as well as more than 15,000 employees in custom corporate training. Its strong partnerships with employers, as well as transfer agreements with 45 universities and colleges, help students to build a foundation for lifelong success. Over 90 per cent of Humber students find employment within six months of graduating.
Source: Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, Ontario
January 31, 2008
State-of-the-art Recording Studio to Open at Humber
The School of Creative & Performing Arts, Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning is pleased to announce the opening of its state-of-the-art Humber Recording Studio on Tuesday, February 5 at 9:30 a.m. The studio is housed in the Music Department at the Lakeshore Campus located at 3199 Lake Shore Blvd. West (one block west of Kipling Avenue) in Toronto. The Humber Recording Studio is the first in Canada designed to function as both a recording and instructional venue. "What makes the studio so special," says Humber Music Director Denny Christianson, " is that it has superb equipment, including the world's first truly hybrid recording console, the 48-channel 'Duality' board, from Solid State Logic in Oxford, England. It is the first board to function effectively in both the Analog and Digital domains, and Humber has one of the first ever built. Another extraordinary feature of the studio is that the control room accommodates sections of 15 students during recording sessions. With drop-down plasma screens and high-resolution cameras positioned over the board, all students can see what the engineer is doing at the console." A separate electronic classroom features a small Analog board, a small Digital board, as well as 5.1 SurroundSound, and drop-down screens. In addition, there are three fully-equipped workstations where students can edit their recording projects. The culmination of five years of hard work, the studio was constructed to service students enrolled in Humber's new Bachelor of Applied Music (Contemporary Music) Degree Program. In this program, students have a choice of pursuing two profiles: Performance/Composition and Music Production. Much of the curriculum in the third and fourth year of the degree program will take place in the recording studio.
Source: Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning, Ontario
January 31, 2008
Province Provides Funding to NAIT for Campus Modernization
Alberta government funding of $7.6 million will enable NAIT to modernize and expand its power plant facility resulting in an estimated savings on utility expenses of up to $120,000 annually. This allows NAIT to direct more money to learning in priority areas such as increasing student access and purchasing new equipment. "It's crucial that government continues to nurture student success by helping to provide the best advanced learning environment possible. This includes investing in both modernization and maintenance projects," said Doug Horner, Minister of Advanced Education and Technology. "We appreciate the Minister's support in helping NAIT become more efficient and provide the best technical education for our students," says Dr. Sam Shaw, NAIT's President and CEO. "The money announced today will cover a portion of our deferred maintenance and we look forward to continuing to work with the Minister to determine our current and future needs." In addition to the power plant project, $1.8 million in government funding will facilitate roofing upgrades to a number of NAIT buildings. "We worked with many institutions throughout the fall discussing how this maintenance money could best be used. Now, we are at that rewarding stage where we are seeing the concrete results of how these allocations will benefit our students and enhance learning environments in our post-secondary system," added Horner.
Source: Ministry of Advanced Education and Technology, Alberta
January 28, 2008
University of Prince Edward Island Celebrates International Development Week February 4-8
The University of Prince Edward Island celebrates diversity and multiculturalism during its seventh annual International Development Week from February 4 to 8. The week begins on Monday, February 4, with two showings of the award-winning 1997 Iranian movie, Children of Heaven, the first at 1:30 p.m. in Room 211 in the Robertson Library and the second at 4 p.m. in Room 104 of the K.C. Irving Building. A discussion hosted by University 100 and psychology students will follow. On Wednesday, February 6, students will discuss global issues affecting children and possibilities for youth action during a student symposium on global change in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre's McMillan Hall. Participants will include high school and first-year UPEI students, with education students as facilitators. Nigel Fisher, president and CEO of UNICEF Canada, will give the keynote address at the symposium. Fisher has considerable experience in advocacy for the protection of civilians, especially children, in zones of conflict, and has worked extensively in basic education and child development. He worked with UNICEF for over 20 years in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, as well as at UNICEF headquarters in New York. Diana Youdell, special advisor to the Director General of the Afghanistan Task Force, Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, will give a talk called "Canada … Making a Difference in Afghanistan" on Thursday, February 7, at 10 a.m. in the Atlantic Veterinary College's Lecture Theatre C. Her presentation will be followed by a question and answer period. Youdell recently returned from Afghanistan where she served as Head of Development Programs for CIDA from August 2006 to September 2007. She is currently on temporary assignment from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). Under her guidance, more than $100 million of CIDA funds was disbursed to support national programs run by the Afghanistan government, including microfinance, sustainable livelihood, gender equality and girls' education. The week wraps up on Friday, February 8, with the annual UPEI International Development Scholarship Luncheon at the Rodd Royalty Inn, starting at noon. Nigel Fisher will be the guest speaker at this event. Members of the public are invited to take part in the week's activities. All events are free except the luncheon, which costs $30 per person or $270 for a table of 10. People may also sponsor a UPEI international student to attend the luncheon. Proceeds from the fundraising luncheon go toward an international student scholarship at UPEI. In conjunction with International Development Week, an exhibition called International EXPOsure 2008 will be held on February 5 and 6 in the W.A. Murphy Student Centre's concourse. The expo will include informative displays about the many cultures that are part of the UPEI community.
Source: University of Prince Edward Island
January 24, 2008
Western Students Lead the Way with Largest-ever Student Contribution to a Canadian University
Students at The University of Western Ontario and its affiliated university colleges are presenting their school with the largest contribution ever from a student body to a Canadian university. The pledge from Western's University Students' Council (USC), the Society of Graduate Students (SOGS) and the Ivey MBA Student Association, is set to break a record by totalling more than $100 million over the next 30 years, of which $29.3 million will be counted toward Western's upcoming fundraising campaign. The campaign will be publicly launched next year.
Here's how the student gift will be made:
o $86.2 million will be contributed by students over the next 30 years in support of the new Western Sports and Recreation Centre:
o $57.7 million will support the construction of the new facility and its mortgage costs
o $28.5 million will support the facility's operating costs
o $14.8 million will be directed to undergraduate and graduate bursaries between now and 2018.
Total: $101 million
"Western students benefit enormously from their time here. They care about their university and it is our students who make Western strong," said USC President Tom Stevenson. "It only makes sense that students also play a major role in the fundraising that helps improve the quality of education and allows Western to provide Canada's best student experience." Western President Paul Davenport said that the contribution from Western, King's, Huron and Brescia students will give the upcoming fundraising campaign an enormous boost. "This unsurpassed contribution will provide tremendous momentum to what will be Western's largest fundraising campaign ever and will serve as a wonderful inspiration for other donors. We will have one of the finest recreation facilities of any university in the country thanks to the students' support, building on the outstanding student experience we provide at Western. I am also delighted that our students recognize the need to assist those students who have difficulty in funding their education by supporting bursaries. This is an extraordinary contribution." SOGS President Duane Jacques agreed. "Bursaries at Western, both at the undergraduate and graduate level, are enormously important. One of the best things about the student support for Western bursaries is that the Ontario government, through the Ontario Trust for Student Support (OTSS) program, provides matching funds. That doubles our student contribution of $14.8 million into $29.6 million for the bursaries." The $29.6 million will provide more than 650 bursaries annually, with an average bursary value of $2,000. The new Western Sports and Recreation Centre is already nearly half way along in the building process. Expected to open this fall, it will be a legacy that Western students will leave for those who follow. This facility sets a new standard for sport and recreation centres in Canadian universities, said Jim Weese, Dean of Health Sciences at Western. "It will enrich the experience of generations of students and help us deliver a best student experience." The Centre, which will include a 20,000 square foot fitness facility linked to the Thompson Arena, is expected to have a positive impact on Western's campus and in attracting students to the University. More than 90,000 people a year use existing recreation facilities and the new centre is expected to attract substantially more.
The new Western Sports and Recreation Centre will provide:
- More cardio space
- More programming space
- More gym time
- Improvement from existing six-lane, 25-metre pool to eight-lane, 50-metre pool
- Five squash courts
- More space for dance programming
- Additional weight room space and equipment for casual users
The student contribution for the building of the Western Sports and Recreation Centre was approved through a student referendum. An annual fee of $60 per year will be contributed by students and will increase by three per cent each year. "Across the board, Western students get this, be they undergraduate, graduate or from the Ivey Business School," said USC President Stevenson. "They understand that their contributions to a new recreation centre and to bursaries are helping to build a better future for Western students. Everyone benefits."
Source: The University of Western Ontario
January 23, 2008
Concordia University Alumni Lead in Global Fortune 500 Boardrooms
Concordia University ranks first in Canada when it comes to preparing its students for business leadership, according to a world-wide ranking by the École des Mines de Paris. This European educational institution re-calculated its initial published standings after receiving supplemental data, which now places Concordia at the top of the Canadian University rankings. Among Canadian universities, Concordia has the highest number of graduates holding a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position in a leading Global Fortune 500 company, as listed by Fortune magazine in 2006. They include André Desmarais, President and co-CEO of Power Corporation, Domenic D'Alessandro, CEO of Manulife Financial and Gerald T. McCaughey, CEO of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). The study looked at the performance of educational training programs at 338 universities throughout the world, based on the business and professional career accomplishments of their graduates. Concordia's President Michael Di Grappa welcomed the announcement saying, "This study is another public recognition of the quality of education Concordia offers its students. We prepare them for careers at the highest levels of the corporate world and they make us proud. According to the study, the top three educational institutions with graduates occupying Fortune 500 CEO positions are Harvard, Tokyo University and Stanford. Eleven Canadian universities were ranked and were rated as follows (out of 338 world-wide): Concordia (33), Queen's (35), Manitoba (84), Toronto (84), Sherbrooke (89), Western Ontario (89) British Columbia (214), Ottawa (318), McGill, (318) Carleton (318) and Windsor (318).
Source: Concordia University, Quebec
January 21, 2008
New President for Kwantlen University College
The Board of Governors at Kwantlen University College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. David W. Atkinson as the incoming President of Kwantlen University College effective July 1, 2008 for a five-year term. Dr. Atkinson's university experience includes that of President and Vice-Chancellor at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario and prior to that, President and Vice-Chancellor of Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario. He will replace Kwantlen's current President Skip Triplett who has served as Kwantlen's President since 1999 and is retiring on June 30, 2008. Dr. Atkinson says he was attracted to Kwantlen for several reasons: "It is a very exciting time to join an institution that places the needs of its students at the forefront of its activities. With outstanding programs in trades and technology, sought-after career-focused diplomas, and a broad range of undergraduate degree programs, Kwantlen defines a new kind of comprehensiveness that responds to the needs of students, the demands of the marketplace for skilled and educated graduates, and the interests of the communities which it serves. I feel enormously privileged to continue the momentum initiated by Skip Triplett." In making the announcement, the Chair of the Board of Governors, Kathleen Casprowitz, said: "We are absolutely delighted that Dr. Atkinson has agreed to join us at Kwantlen. He has a proven track record as a university President and a strong commitment to enhancing the student experience, which has always been, and continues to be, a primary focus for Kwantlen." Casprowitz added, "He has the ideal combination of academic qualifications, administrative experience, and personality to lead Kwantlen into the future. His fine academic record suits him perfectly to lead Kwantlen in enhancing our research endeavours while his great success in making Brock a leader in student achievement and satisfaction bodes well for all of our students." The extensive national search took over eight months and included a Presidential Search Advisory Committee (PSAC) that assisted Kwantlen's Board in identifying and selecting Kwantlen's next president. The PSAC represented the various constituencies found within the growing institution including students, faculty, staff, administrators and community members. The PSAC was assisted by the executive search firm Provence Consulting Inc. Dr. Atkinson's academic career began in 1977. After spending several years at Indiana University, where he was an NCAA All-American in Cross Country, he returned to the University of Calgary where he completed his B.A. and subsequently went on to earn both an M.A. and Ph.D. in English. He was a faculty member at the University of Lethbridge from 1976 to 1991, where he took on increasingly senior administrative positions, including Chair of the Department of Religious Studies, Associate Dean of Arts and Science, Dean of Student Affairs, and Associate Vice-President (Academic). During this period, he was also Visiting Professor of Canadian Studies at Hokkaigakuen University in Sapporo, Japan. In 1991, he was appointed Dean of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Atkinson was President and Vice-Chancellor of Brock University from 1997-2005. More recently, he was President and Vice-Chancellor at Carleton University. At present, he is Professor of English Language and Literature, teaching courses in Shakespeare, Victorian Poetry, and Critical Theory. Dr. Atkinson has written four books, and eighty-five essays and reviews in areas as diverse as Renaissance and Reformation literature, comparative cultural thought, world religions, and critical hermeneutics. His fifth book, a critical edition of the work of James Melville, is in press. Dr. Atkinson has been actively involved in various communities and looks forward to becoming an active member of the many diverse communities Kwantlen serves. Dr. Atkinson received the Queen's Jubilee Medal, and was named a Paul Harris Fellow by St. Catharines Rotary for contribution to the community. He has also been the editor of Religious Studies and Theology, and an external reviewer for CIDA, the Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute, and the Japan Foundation. While at the University of Saskatchewan, he was President of the Saskatoon Symphony and the Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Festival, and was a Board member of the Gabriel Dumont Institute of Metis Studies and the Wanuskewin Heritage Park. During his time at Brock, he served on the Boards of the St. Catharines YMCA, the Niagara Symphony and Rodman Hall Art Gallery. He chaired the Finance Committee of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, was a member of the Board of Governors of Ridley College, and was a member of the Board of Directors of the Niagara Economic & Tourism Corporation. Dr. Atkinson is married to Terry, who was Nursing Manager for Para-Med Niagara. Terry's background is in homecare and palliative care, and she is involved with the hospice in Ottawa. They have twin sons who are university graduates. Jonathan is an engineer working in Niagara Falls and Zachary is an industrial designer working in Edmonton. Dr. Atkinson replaces Skip Triplett, who during his Presidency since 1999 served two terms as president and led Kwantlen through several positive changes including the addition of new programs and bachelor's degrees, significant building construction projects, and the development of Kwantlen's new trades and technology campus in Cloverdale.
Source: Kwantlen University College, British Columbia
January 17, 2008
NAIT hires Linda Henderson as new Athletics Director
NAIT has created a new position of Athletics Director and the person filling the newly minted role is well-known in the post-secondary world of athletics. Linda Henderson comes to NAIT from the B.C. provincial government, where she was a Sport and Recreation Consultant and Policy Analyst with the Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts. Prior to her government role, she held a supervisory position in the Athletics and Recreation Department at the University of Victoria for 18 years. A Master Coach at the National Coaching Institute in Victoria for more than a decade, she has led numerous collegiate and Team B.C. volleyball squads to provincial and national championships and international competitions. Henderson was the Head Coach for the Camosun Men's Volleyball team for the past 15 years. During that time, she led her team to 12 consecutive appearances at the BCCAA Championships - winning three gold medals, two silver medals and one bronze medal. Henderson and her teams represented the province of B.C. at six CCAA National Championships, winning a bronze medal in 2003. Henderson has also coached a number of Team B.C. athletes both indoors and on the beach. In 2001, she coached the Men's Team B.C. Beach Doubles team to a gold medal performance at the Canada Games. Many of her former student-athletes have gone on to play with the Men's National Volleyball Program or to play professionally in Europe. Henderson has a strong leadership background as a coach and member of sport organizations. She was involved as a Master Learning Facilitator for the National Coaching Certification Program for over 14 years and was a board member with Volleyball B.C. for over 10 years. Over the years, she has received many accolades and awards for her impressive coaching skills. In 2000, she was recognized by the City of Victoria as Sportsperson of the Year; in 2003 and 2004 she was awarded the University/College Coach of the Year by Volleyball B.C.; in 2004 she was awarded the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association Coach of the Year for All Sports; and in 2006 she received the BCCAA Men's Coaching Excellence Award.
Source: NAIT, Alberta
January 17, 2008
TRU Student One of Canada's Top Grad Students
Amber Greenall, who began grad studies this past fall as a member of Thompson Rivers University's first Master of Science in Environmental Sciences program, has received a very prestigious award from Canada's premier sciences and engineering granting agency. "This award is big news," said Dr. Nancy Van Wagoner, TRU Associate Vice-President, Research and Graduate Studies. "These awards are given to the top candidates for Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council post-graduate scholarships. These are highly competitive awards and indicate that Amber is among the very best graduate students in Canada." The award, renamed this year to honour Canadian scientist Alexander Graham Bell, is granted to students who are at the top academically and show outstanding research and leadership skills along with a broad range of interests. Students do not apply for the award, nor is there a nomination process. Greenall, who earlier this year was granted an NSERC post-graduate scholarship (PGS), was one of the highest-ranked PGS applicants in Canada, and so was automatically considered by NSERC for the award. "This is wonderful for our university, wonderful for our new MSc program and wonderful for Amber," said Dr. Lauchlan Fraser, Canada Research Chair in grassland ecology and TRU MSc faculty member, who is supervising Greenall in a study examining how climate change will affect the distribution and competitive performance of two invasive plant species in southern interior grasslands, with the fieldwork to take place in the 100 Mile House area of BC. Greenall has already had great success as a student. After graduating from Peter Skene Ogden Secondary School in 100 Mile House in 2002, she left the family ranch in 100 Mile House to come to TRU. A Bachelor of Natural Resource Science degree student with an interest in range issues, Amber attended the Society of Range Management Conference in Reno, Nevada, in 2007, where she placed 5th out of 152 students in the Undergraduate Range Management Exam. She won TRU's 2007 University Medal in Natural Resource Science, and was the valedictorian for the 2007 Sciences and Health Sciences convocation ceremony. "My reaction to this award was a sense of community achievement. I know about the calibre of faculty and the level of student teacher interaction here at TRU as well as the innovative and cross-disciplinary research being conducted, but others may not, so, to me, this award is less about my achievements and more about the quality of student and research that TRU is producing. There is a real flexibility and support in the graduate program that allows you to incorporate other fields of study such as economics or policy into your research," said Greenall, whose future plans include continued research which can influence the attitudes and policies around rangelands and grasslands.
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January 15, 2008
University of Alberta Officially Opens Enterprise Square Downtown Campus
Enterprise Square, the University of Alberta's downtown centre of teaching, learning, research and innovation, officially opened today, breathing new life into a quiet block of downtown. A partnership between the university and all three orders of government, Enterprise Square is a vibrant hub that provides the opportunity for diverse collaboration and economic development. At the same time, it preserves the historic nature of the former Hudson's Bay Building on Jasper Avenue. "Enterprise Square is a visible symbol of the university's strong ties to the community and our commitment to community engagement and citizenship that underpins our vision," said U of A President Samarasekera. "Partnership, collaboration and innovation all lie at the heart of Enterprise Square, so this building is, in many ways, a symbol of the whole university as we celebrate our centenary and look toward our future. We envision a new period of partnership-building, and expect that Enterprise Square will be the site of many productive and inventive relationships with various community organizations." Enterprise Square plays a key role in the university's future as it serves the mission of teaching and learning, of research and creativity, of innovation, of community involvement and partnerships. This downtown presence strengthens the U of A's ties to downtown business, arts and cultural communities. And the lynch pin to all of this potential-which is now coming to fruition-was the collaboration and support provided by government: $15 million from the federal government through Western Diversification, $15 million from the Government of Alberta and $12.5 million from the City of Edmonton ($7.5 million to Enterprise Square and $5 million to TEC Edmonton). "Today's launch of Enterprise Square will help position Western Canada at the forefront of innovation. It is an important milestone in the region's growing capacity for science and technology commercialization," said the Honourable Rona Ambrose, president of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada, minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and minister of Western Economic Diversification. "The Government of Canada is proud to have invested $15 million toward the establishment of the TEC Centre at Enterprise Square to support local technology companies as they transform their ideas into marketable products and services."
"This new facility is a great example of the benefits achieved through collaboration," said Doug Horner, Minister of Alberta Advanced Education and Technology. "Our combined effort creates a win-win for everyone and provides new academic and economic opportunities for Albertans." Enterprise Square is home to some 600 employees, about half from the university, including staff and faculty with several administrative units plus the Faculty of Extension, Executive Education and Lifelong Learning and the Alberta Business Family Institute of the U of A's School of Business. TEC Edmonton, a university partnership with Edmonton Economic Development Corporation, has the largest presence in Enterprise Square. Aimed to bring university research to the marketplace via spinoff and technology commercialization companies, TEC Edmonton and the companies in its TEC Centre occupy the new fourth floor. Their presence will facilitate economic growth and diversification opportunities for the province and beyond, especially given the strategic location in the heart of the business community in Alberta's capital city. Enterprise Square represents another big step in the revitalization of the downtown core and preserves an important historical landmark. Refurbishing a building of its size- now more than 400,000 square feet-proved significantly more cost effective at $86.5 million than developing a new building, ultimately passing cost savings to taxpayers. Given the nature of the business, teaching, learning and research happening in the building, many of the people visiting and working in the facility are drawn there after traditional business hours, further benefiting downtown revitalization. In addition, the block is now reconnected to the pedway system. "Enterprise Square contributes to our vibrant downtown community, builds on our diversity and makes a significant contribution to our value-added economy," said Mayor Stephen Mandel. "By teaming up with our partners we can make sure that the modern advances researched and developed right here at the University of Alberta result in a greater return on our investment and reap us tremendous rewards in years to come." The name Enterprise Square was selected in 2006 in recognition of the building's past as a centre of commerce and its future as Edmonton's home of creative and entrepreneurial spirit. The reference to Square captures the idea of a dynamic meeting place for those who work, study and visit there in addition to the shape of the building's floor plate. In yet another example of partnerships at the heart of Enterprise Square, the atrium currently features an exhibition of original artwork by students in various U of A programs. This includes "write/print," a collaboration between the WRITE program in English and Film Studies, Art and Design's printmaking group, and the Faculty of Extension's fine arts certificate program. There is also "Design Works," the first of a series of exhibitions featuring innovative and thought-provoking designs from undergraduate and graduate students in industrial design and visual communication design.
Source: University of Alberta
January 14, 2008
College of the North Atlantic and Cisco Systems Collaborate:
Partners Prepare Students for Information Technology and Engineering Technology Careers
College of the North Atlantic (CNA) is pleased to announce a partnership with Cisco Systems Inc., the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. The partnership, made possible by the training of CNA faculty (in Telecommunications Engineering and Information Technology), gives CNA the title of Regional Cisco Networking Academy. Through its academy status, CNA will be able to offer Cisco's official internationally recognized curriculum to prepare students for networking and IT-related careers in the public and private sectors, as well as for higher education in engineering, computer science and related fields.
According to Cisco, the network is rapidly becoming the platform for all communications, collaboration and interactions. Today's networks are growing in complexity and customers are demanding integrated technology skills and full lifecycle services approach to implementing business solutions.
"Jobs of the future will go where there is an educated workforce, an infrastructure and a supportive government," said Cisco President and CEO John Chambers. "That's why it's so important that today's students get the skills needed for the jobs of the 21st century."
CNA sees implementation of the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum into IT and Engineering Technology programs as a fantastic opportunity for CNA students, faculty and staff.
"Industry-based skills training with state-of-the-art equipment allows our students to gain real-world experience. Along with delivery from our expert faculty who will be Cisco trained, our partnership with Cisco gives the graduates we are producing a competitive edge in today's aggressive job market," says Jackie Reid, Information Technology instructor at CNA.
Launched in 1997, the Cisco Networking Academy program has grown to include more than 10,000 academies in 151 countries, with curricula taught in nine languages. Over 400,000 students are active in high schools, colleges and universities, technical schools, community-based organizations, and other educational programs around the world. The academy's blended learning model integrates face-to-face teaching with a challenging web-based curriculum, hands-on lab exercises, and Internet-based assessment.
"Business and industry rely on networks to deliver data, voice, process control, and a growing list of applications," says Keith Bussey, Telecommunications Engineering Technology instructor at CNA. "Today's technologists must be ready to work with end systems and the networks that connect them."
Telecommunications companies are continuing to migrate towards Voice Over IP Based Multimedia Systems (IMS) that merge analog and digital subsystems using IP technologies.
"In this industry it is imperative that technologist graduates enter the workplace with the skill set that enables them to interface Internet technologies with PSTN and cellular networks. These industry certifications will provide those skills and knowledge, while equipping graduates with internationally recognized credentials," says Gary Tulk, president of the Association of Engineer ring Technician and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL).
"This partnership with Cisco Systems, an industry leading provider of network solutions, is another example of CNA's commitment to providing our students with state-of-the-art curriculum and training opportunities," said Mary Vaughan, Dean of Business and Information Technology. The curriculum will be integrated into the appropriate Information Technology and Engineering Technology programs thereby providing students access to the Cisco curriculum.
Currently, College of the North Atlantic is a regional academy, with Prince Philip Drive and Ridge Road campuses in St. John's designated as local academies. The college's Corner Brook and Grand Falls-Windsor campuses will soon be linked and therefore will also carry the local academy title. Early in the new year CNA plans a roll out to its other campuses in the province.
Source: College of the North Atlantic, Newfoundland & Labrador
January 11, 2008
University of Manitoba: "SMART" Classroom Opens with Boost from JRI
Thanks to a $280,000 gift from James Richardson International, agricultural and food science students will benefit from a 21st century learning environment in a newly renovated "smart classroom." James Richardson International (JRI) has partnered with the University of Manitoba to turn a 30 year-old classroom into "smart classroom." The 191-seat lecture hall, now named the James Richardson International Auditorium in the Agricultural Research Building, features internet access and a new audio-visual system including an electronic podium with a computer, document camera, data projector and wireless microphones for the instructor. The room also received a facelift with new desks, carpets, ceilings and paint. The gift from JRI was used to help fund the classroom renovation. "We believe it is important for our students to have a top quality learning environment," said Em?ke Szathmáry, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Manitoba. "We are grateful to JRI for its support. The University of Manitoba is a centre of agricultural innovation and this investment in the university is really an investment in our students and in the future of the province."
"JRI's relationship with the University of Manitoba has always been strong and we continue to support the great agriculture programs because the students who learn in these classrooms are our next generations of agronomists, biosystems engineers and plant biotechnologists." said Curt Vossen, president of JRI. "We want to help give them the best learning environment possible." The JRI Auditorium is used for degree and diploma classes in plant science, animal science, food science, agribusiness and it is the main site for the annual Manitoba Agronomists Conference, held every December for industry and government agronomists. The space was and originally built as an auditorium in 1956, the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Science's 50th anniversary, and furnished from funds donated by graduates. It was converted into a classroom in 1979. The most recent renovations began in 2006, the Faculty's centennial year, with major renovations taking place over the past two summers because the room is used extensively over the school term. Those on site to celebrate the official re-opening included: Em?ke Szathmáry, University of Manitoba president & vice chancellor; Michael Trevan, dean, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences; and Curt Vossen, president, James Richardson International. JRI, a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, is Canada's largest privately owned agribusiness and celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2007. Headquartered in Winnipeg, JRI handles all major grains, oilseeds, and special crops through farm service centres throughout Canada. It is also actively involved in food processing through its subsidiary Canbra Foods Ltd., one of Canada's largest integrated oilseed crushing, processing and packaging operations. The University of Manitoba is Manitoba's largest and most comprehensive degree-granting post-secondary institution, providing instruction to more than 28,000 students in 79 degree, diploma and certificate programs. The university plays a key role in the provincial and national economies through its research and through the achievements of its more than 170,000 graduates since its founding in 1877.
Source: University of Manitoba
January 10, 2008
Cape Breton University Takes Ownership of Nursing Degree
Cape Breton University's dream of offering its own Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) program is now a reality. Prospective nursing students entering the program will enter a 100 per cent CBU run program in the 2008-09 academic year. The highly competitive program comes under the umbrella of the CBU School of Education, Health and Wellness. CBU will continue to build on the tradition started in the Cape Breton schools of nursing and their dedication to improve health care on the Island. "This is a very significant day when we look at what this means for Cape Breton University, the Island and the future of nursing," says Dr. John Harker, President and Vice-Chancellor of CBU. "We are poised and ready to deliver this full program under our own Cape Breton name and our continued commitment to excellence and quality will always be at the forefront. The people of Cape Breton deserve nothing less." Harker notes the warm support from St. Francis Xavier University and from the province for their recognition of CBU as a regional university responsive to the needs of its local and broader community. The previously joint program was established and offered collaboratively with St. FX University since 1999. Guests at the announcement represented a number of sectors including health care and education as well as retired nurses. Students and faculty from the nursing program were also on hand. Fourth year nursing student and President of the CBU Student Nursing Society, Kevin Pentecost, MC'd the event. Sixty students have been accepted each year and the 2007 graduating class has enjoyed 100 per cent employability which speaks to marketplace need. A recent approval process conducted by the College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia gave the CBU program a positive assessment. There are 22 nursing faculty on staff, including a number of them who hold or are working towards a PhD in Nursing.
CBU's program offers excellent clinical capacity for students and has an exceptional working relationship with the Cape Breton District Health Authority. Most nursing grads who applied to the CBDHA obtained permanent jobs with continuing contracts. "The Cape Breton District Health Authority has been a supportive partner from the beginning, even when the program was just a concept", says Evelyn Schaller, Vice President of Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer. "Our participation is beneficial not only for the students but also for our staff. We offer the essential clinical experiences that meet students' educational requirements and they bring a fresh perspective to our field. Our nurses on the other hand get to share their skills, experience and expertise."
"The clinical piece is a priority for us, and we are able to provide a student nurse with exposure to many different clinical experiences. We are pleased with how the program is working and we are proud to say that since it began, the District has hired over 130 of its graduates," notes Schaller. Students are given opportunities to work in a variety of health care settings including hospitals, nursing homes, wellness centres, and community health centers. "Our program will remain as is for the immediate future but we are excited to put our stamp on the program to reflect changing demographics and health care needs," says Dr. Jane Lewis, Dean, Education, Health and Wellness at CBU. "We take pride in the high standards of excellence we achieve and the richness of combining practical experience with strong academic courses. That will not change." Those involved with program delivery have a vision to broaden the student base to meet community wide needs, including attracting additional Aboriginal students. This initiative presents an opportunity to link with the university's Integrative Science program which combines Aboriginal and Western worldviews in science and education. The CBU nursing program will also provide a foundation for further development of health programming at the university. CBU's BScN program provides competence in all aspects of nursing, including the development of expertise in professional skills, as well as fostering critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making. A BScN with advanced major is an option for students who want to pursue a concentration in one area. The curriculum is designed to provide learning experiences that promote student development and the acquisition of knowledge and skills necessary for a career in the nursing and health care profession. The body of knowledge in the program is rooted in nursing theory and nursing research, as well as the biological sciences, social sciences and humanities. Students in this program develop the skills and ability to assist individuals, families, groups and communities to consider, develop and follow wellness plans to optimize their level of functioning. The first graduating class from the solely CBU run program will be in spring of 2012.
Source: Cape Breton University, Nova Scotia
January 7, 2008
Kwantlen University College Faculty Member Elected President of Ghana Canada Association of B.C.
Kwantlen University College Sociology faculty member, Dr. Charles Quist-Adade was elected president of the Ghana Canada Association of British Columbia (GCABC) at the Executive Plaza in Burnaby. Dr. Quist-Adade is also the newly appointed managing editor of Afri-Can Magazine, published in Burnaby, B.C. His passion for the quest of global African unity and cooperation is evident as his many achievements and contributions have supported Ghana-Canada relations, the Canadian Ghana community and have inspired students and faculty alike. Dr. Quist-Adade's research projects include an exploration of African-Russian communities in post-communist Russia and research into teenage sexual and reproductive behaviour in eastern Ghana, Africa. Kwantlen University College's mission is to create an exceptional undergraduate university environment committed to preparing learners for leadership, service and success. Kwantlen became a university college with degree granting status in 1995; and has a mandate to develop and offer baccalaureate degrees that will prepare students for well paid, fulfilling careers. More recently, Murray Coell, Minister of Advanced Education and Minister responsible for Research and Technology was joined by special advisor Geoff Plant, to release the Campus 2020 report that recommends Kwantlen University College become Kwantlen University, a regional university. Established in 1986, the GCABC is a non-governmental and non-profit organization that was formed by a group of Ghanaians living in Metro Vancouver. Its mission is to promote social, charitable, humanitarian and educational activities aimed at promoting the general welfare and unity among Ghanaians. The Association seeks to raise funds to help develop and/or sponsor social economic, health and educational facilities throughout Ghana and aims to increase the mutual understanding the cultures between the people of Ghana and Canada.
Source: Kwantlen University College, British Columbia
January 4, 2008
Conestoga College Awards Scholarships to Degree Program Students
Twenty-one students in degree programs at Conestoga College are the recipients of more than $25,000 in entrance and academic achievement scholarships provided by a number of College and community donors.
Conestoga’s degree programs are four years in length. They are built upon an academic base that combines specific technical studies in the degree field, plus appropriate business and business management skills, and liberal studies courses. They are also built on an experiential base that combines theoretical studies with extensive project-based work and periods of co-op education employment.
Conestoga’s degree programs are in the areas of architectural management, advanced manufacturing technologies, teletronics (advanced computer and telecommunication technologies), health informatics management and international business management. Conestoga is also a full partner in a joint Bachelor of Science in Nursing program with McMaster University.
Most of these scholarships have gone to students who have completed the first semester of their first year at Conestoga, but several went to “bridging” students, who have already completed a college diploma or university degree and have gained entry into the first semester of the third year of these four-year baccalaureate programs.
The roster of entrance scholarship winners is as follows.
The COM DEV International Entrance Scholarships
Two students in their first year at Conestoga have earned scholarships: Timothy Brenner of Waterloo ($1,000 in the Integrated Advanced Manufacturing Technologies program) and Marco Noguiera of Kitchener ($1,500 in Integrated Telecommunication and Computer Technologies).
The Manulife Health Informatics Management Scholarship
The $1,500 award has gone to Kristen Taylor of Kitchener, who is a first-year Health Informatics Management student.
The Manulife Nursing Scholarship
Meghan Lanigan of Ayr, a first-year student in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, is the winner of this $1,500 award.
The Melloul Blamey Construction Scholarship
Sebastian Urban of Guelph is the winner of this $1,000 award, which goes to a bridging student who enters the third year of the Architecture - Project and Facility Management program with advanced standing. He is a 2006 graduate of Conestoga’s Construction Engineering Technology - Architecture diploma program.
The Guelph Community Foundation Scholarship
Matthew Grime of Guelph has won this $1,000 scholarship, which goes to a second-year student who is also a graduate of a Guelph secondary school (in this case, Our Lady of Lourdes). Grime is in the Integrated Advanced Manufacturing Technologies program.
The Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (Ontario) Scholarship
Diane Ehgoetz of Sebringville is in the Architecture - Project and Facility Management program and has won this $500 award, which goes to a second-year degree program student.
The MTE Consultants Scholarship
Jon Douglas of St. Pauls Station is winner of this $500 award, which goes to a student in the third or fourth year of degree studies. Douglas is in the Architecture - Project and Facility Management program.
The President’s Degree Entrance Scholarships
Sponsored by Conestoga College, there are two of these scholarships for each degree program -- a $1,500 first-place scholarship and a $1,000 second-place scholarship.
In the Architecture - Project and Facility Management program, Anita Verberk of Forest received the $1,500 award and Dan Stiplosek of Kitchener the $1,000 award.
In the Integrated Advanced Manufacturing Technologies program, Julie-Anne Lloyd of Cambridge received the $1,500 award and Hussein Ebrahim of North York the $1,000 award.
In the Integrated Telecommunication and Computer Technologies program, Steven Alison of Cambridge received the $1,500 award and Rahim Keshwani of Kitchener the $1,000 award.
In the Health Informatics Management program, Julie Ann Remmert of Kitchener received the $1,500 award and Laura Harcourt of Brantford the $1,000 award.
In the International Business Management program, Benjamin Woll of Breslau received the $1,500 award and Samantha Gibeault of Kingston the $1,000 award.
In the Nursing program, Angela Penner of Waterloo received the $1,500 award and Jessica Nagy of Vanessa the $1,000 award.
The Conestoga College Alumni Association Scholarships
These scholarships are sponsored by the Alumni Association and go to outstanding alumni of the College who have chosen to go on to baccalaureate studies at Conestoga as bridging students who enter the third year of a degree program. Winners of these $1,000 awards are Jessica Bailey of Kitchener and Sebastian Urban of Guelph. Bailey graduated in 2007 from Conestoga’s \ program and then entered the Integrated Advanced Manufacturing Technologies program. Urban, a 2006 graduate of Conestoga’s Construction Engineering Technology - Architecture program, is now in the Architecture - Project and Facility Management program.
Source: Conestoga College, Ontario
January 1, 2008
Trent University: Top Research University
Trent University has proved its reputation as one of the best undergraduate research universities in Canada. In the recent Research InfoSource survey, Trent University has been ranked #2 Nationally among Primarily Undergraduate Universities 2007.
Source: Trent University, Ontario
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