A newsletter for Applied Health Sciences undergraduate students to find out what is going on this month around the Faculty.
Contents
AHS in the News - Featured Story
Back pain killing your sex life? Groundbreaking study reveals best positions to save your spine
Contrary to popular belief, spooning is not always the best sex position for those with a bad back, according to new research from the University of Waterloo.
For the first time ever, scientists have successfully documented the way the spine moves during sex and discovered exactly why certain positions are better than others when it comes to avoiding back pain.
“Any family doctor will tell you that couples often ask them how to manage their back pain during and after sex. Many couples will remain celibate because one night of love-making can lead to months of back agony,” said Professor Stuart McGill, of Waterloo’s Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. “Until now, doctors have never had any hard science to base their recommendations upon.”
See full story: Back pain killing your sex life?
KW's Miss Oktoberfest is a Waterloo AHS student
A big AHS congratulations goes out to our very own Lindsay Kalbfleisch (Therapeutic Recreation) as she was crowned Miss Oktoberfest 2014 last week.
We wish Lindsay all the best as she embarks on her year-long endeavour representing the Kitchener-Waterloo community as Miss Oktoberfest.
See full story: KW Oktoberfest Crowns Miss Oktoberfest 2014
Photo from Waterloo Region Record article: Meet Lindsay Kalbfleisch, Miss Oktoberfest
AHS Upcoming Events
AHSUM's First General Meeting of Fall 2014 Term
Thursday, October 2nd at 7:00 pm | BMH 1035 (BMH Lounge)
AHSUM had their first general meeting on October 2nd. Discussions on services, clothing, and events brought up several suggestions for AHSUM to serve its constituents this Fall, and a Health Promotions executive representative was added to the constitution through a unanimous referendum.
Minutes from the first general meeting will be posted soon on the AHSUM Meeting Minutes.
Improving Health and Well-being through Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Tuesday, October 7th at 5:30 pm | LHS 1633 (Fireplace Lounge)
A panel discussion of youth-led startups from the University of Waterloo moderated by AHS alumnus Rohit Ramchandani (BSc '04, Health Studies), Founder and principal at Antara Global Health Advisors.
For more information, see event: Improving Health and Well-being Panel Discussion
Author event: Health Literacy in Canada
Thursday, October 9th at 4:30 pm | South Campus Hall Bookstore
This speaking engagement will offer an introduction to the authors' book “Health Literacy in Canada – A Primer for Students”. Written by Laurie Hoffman-Goetz, Lorie Donelle, Rukhsana Ahmed.
For more information, see event: Health Literacy in Canada Author Event
AHSUM Movie Night
Wednesday, October 15th at 9 pm | BMH Lounge (BMH 1035)
Join AHSUM as they watch a movie chosen by the viewing audience! This event is part of the "Weekly Dose of AHSUM", the society's initiatives to provide free events every week for all AHS undergraduate students. Check AHSUM's Facebook page for all of their upcoming "Weekly" events.
For more information about the specific event, see event: AHSUM Movie Night.
AHSUM Oktoberfest Barbeque
Friday, October 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm | BMH Green
Join AHSUM as they celebrate Oktoberfest the AHS way! There will be a free barbeque for all AHSSIES, an opportunity to pie faculty members in the face, and more. More details will be announced as the date approaches.
For more information, see event: AHSUM Oktoberfest Barbeque.
Go Abroad Information Session
Friday, October 17th from 1:00 - 3:30pm | AL 116
If you're considering an international experience, the Go Abroad information session is a perfect opportunity for you to learn what your options are and how to make it happen!
For more information, contact Tracy Joliffe.
AHS Graduation Photos - Fall 2014
Monday, October 20th to Friday, October 24 | BMH 1035B
Graduating in 2015? It's time to book a session to get your grad photos taken! This is the fall photo session, there will be a session in the winter for students who are on co-op. Pick your time slot by registering online at the New School Photography website.
For more information, see event: AHS Grad Photos Fall 2014.
AHS Updates and Reminders
Drop-In Tutoring for CHEM 120/120L - brought to you by Living Learning
Wednesdays from 7 - 10 pm in the Village 1 Multipurpose Room. These sessions are free and are open to all students taking CHEM 120/120L.
For more information on the event, see event: Drop-In Tutoring for CHEM 120/120L.
Drop-In Tutoring for CHEM 120 - brought to you by AHS weCONNECTu
Sundays from 6 - 8 pm in the BMH lounge. These sessions are free and are open to AHS students taking CHEM 120. Come drop by and learn from upper year mentors!
Peer-led Study Groups for BIOL 130 - brought to you by Support Learning Groups
FREE peer-led study groups that are designed for everyone in the class, regardless of comfort with the course material. SLGs give you the opportunity to gain a more in-depth understanding of course content, test knowledge prior to tests and exams, and leave with something tangible to review later. The schedule below lists SLG sessions for BIOL 130.
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MONDAY |
7:00-8:30PM - Biology 1, room 266 |
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TUESDAY |
4:30-6:00PM - Village 1 Training Room 7:00-8:30PM - Biology 1, room 266 |
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WEDNESDAY |
7:00-8:30PM - Biology 2, room 350 |
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THURSDAY |
2:30-4:00PM - Village 1 Training Room 4:30-6:00PM - Biology 1, room 266 |
Applied Health Sciences Endowment Fund Proposal Submission Deadline - October 31st, 2014
The Applied Health Sciences Endowment Fund (AHSEF) is currently looking for students to submit funding proposals. AHSEF currently provides funding for improvements to learning facilities, equipment for undergraduate labs, improvements to computing services, and support of student societies and clubs within AHS.
For more information on AHSEF and a copy of the proposal form, visit the AHSEF home website.
AHSUM Events, Services and Clothing
Every term, AHSUM holds several different events and orders different merchandise on top of the regular services they offer. 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.
FEDS Campus Life Survey - Help Improve your Campus
Help the Federation of Students Campus Life team serve you better. Fill out this Campus Life survey and share when you are the least and most busy. FEDS will try to plan events around peak times so that you’re able to enjoy all the great things they have to offer.
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