A newsletter for Applied Health Sciences undergraduate students to find out what is going on this month around the Faculty.
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AHS in the News - Featured Story
Groundbreaking for state-of-the-art teaching and research facility
The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo broke ground earlier in December for a new 56,000-square-foot facility to support teaching and research.
The four-storey facility is set to include state-of-the-art kinesiology laboratories and a 350-seat lecture theatre—one of the largest on campus. The new facility will also house the University’s School of Anatomy, one of only a few anatomy labs outside of medical schools in Ontario.
See full story: New AHS building begins construction
AHS Upcoming Events
Graduate Studies and Professional School Information Session
Wednesday, January 14th at 5 pm | BMH 1005
Are you considering graduate or professional school and have some questions?
There will be a short presentation about grad studies and professional programs given by the Centre for Career Action on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 5pm in BMH 1005. Following the presentation you will have the opportunity to ask a Career Advisor questions you have about grad school or professional school.
Please register online for this event as space is limited. If interest exceeds space, session may move to a different location. Registrants will be notified via email of any room changes.
Questions can be directed to Leanne Wright.
AHSUM Council Councillor Application Form Deadline
Monday, January 19th at 3 pm | AHSUM office (BMH 1035A)
The AHSUM Council (a group of representatives from all AHS related clubs and societies, along with class representatives from every year/program in AHS) is currently in the process of recruiting members. If you would like to represent your class, please complete the AHSUM Council Councillor Application form (DOCX) and submit it to the AHSUM office (BMH 1035A) before 3pm on Monday January 19th.
Career Night - Speed Networking 2015
Tuesday, January 20th at 6 pm | BMH Foyer
Join over 25 AHS alumni as they return to campus to share their experiences, offer career insight, and speak with you and your fellow classmates about what to expect once you have graduated from Waterloo.
In small groups, you’ll be able to meet and talk with alumni, ask questions, and find jobs that interest you. After the “speed networking” component, you will have the opportunity to follow up and speak with any of our alumni guests over a bite to eat.
To register for the event, visit the Speed Networking registration page.
For more information, see event: Speed Networking.
AHS Orientation Leader Application Deadline
Sunday January 25th at 11:59 pm | Online
Hey AHSSIES! Want to be involved in Orientation 2015? Don’t forget to fill out your application to become an Orientation Leader! Applications are available online and close on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 11:59pm.
AHS Grad Photo Sessions
Monday January 26th to Friday January 30th │BMH 1035B (Study Room in Lounge)
Attention all AHS 2015 Graduates: It is time to book your grad photo sessions!
New School Photography will be on-campus for the week of January 26th to snap photos of your smiling faces. Register online to pick a time slot for your photo session.
You must have your photo taken through New School Photography in order to be included in your class composite.For more information, see event: AHS Grad Photo Sessions
AHS Updates and Reminders
Centre for Career Action Services - William M. Tatham Centre
The Centre for Career Action isn’t just for co-op students! Take a look at the services below to find something that suits your individual needs.
Need help finding a job? The Centre for Career Action provides assistance with summer, co-op, and post-graduation job searches.
Thinking about further education after your undergraduate degree? The Centre for Career Action can help you plan for professional or graduate programs, review grad/professional school applications (e.g., med school and rehab sciences) and help you prepare for admission interviews. The calendar on the Centre for Career Action website has a full list of workshops and events tailored to get students the information they need.
Not sure what you want to do after you leave UW? Book an appointment with a Career Advisor and let them help you with your next step. Or drop-in for a 15-minute advising session if you are short on time (you can even “drop-in” over Skype/phone if you are away from campus)!
For more information on all of the services offered, visit the Centre for Career Action website.
AHSUM Updates
Clothing orders from the Fall 2014 term are still available for pickup at the AHSUM office (BMH 1035A).
AHSUM’s referendum from the Fall 2014 to increase the AHSUM Society fee from 3 to 5 dollars was passed, with 81 votes for and 17 votes against the increase. This will now be brought forward to the Feds Board of Governors for final approval, and the fee increase is projected to be implemented in Spring 2015.
AHSUM is currently in the process of by-electing a new Vice President of Finance for the term. You can find out more about the candidates by visiting the executive by-election page. The by-election begins on Friday January 16th at 4pm and ends on Monday January 19th at 4pm, be sure to vote on the election page during this time.
Due to planning processes, some of the events that AHSUM holds may not be featured in this newsletter. For more information about AHSUM, please visit the AHSUM website, and receive notifications regarding updated AHSUM events on AHSUM's Facebook page.
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