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Science Open House promises to be a gem of an event
The 23rd annual Science Open House and Gem & Mineral Show will take place at the University this weekend, featuring more hands-on activities for kids than ever before.
Join the Faculty of Science on Saturday, October 28 for an extravaganza of hands-on science discovery for school-age kids. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday volunteers will fill the Science Teaching Complex (STC) and EIT with opportunities for kids to explore science.
The always-popular Chemistry Magic Show takes place at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
“This event highlights some of the amazing things science enables us to do. I think that the undergraduate students sharing their passion for science are as excited as our young visitors,” said Heather Neufeld, manager of science outreach for the Faculty of Science. “We have been hosting this event for more than two decades, and every year it is bigger and better.”
There are hundreds of different activities. Visitors can get a souvenir photo of themselves dressed up as scientists, identify plant specimens, and dig up fossilized fish. They will learn about chemistry, genetics, climate change and more.
Older kids can tour Velocity Science labs and meet with UWaterloo students who are taking their science ideas to competitions and turning them into businesses.
The stunning Gem and Mineral Show, hosted by the Earth Sciences Museum, will also be open Friday afternoon from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. and all day Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in EIT.
Free parking will be available in Lot C.
Conrad Grebel to install president on Sunday
All are welcome to join the Conrad Grebel University College community as they celebrate the Installation of the College’s eighth President, Marcus Shantz, at the Humanities Theatre in Hagey Hall.
Shantz is a graduate of Grebel and the University of Waterloo with a BA in History and Religious Studies and a minor in Peace and Conflict Studies. Following a term with Mennonite World Conference in Strasbourg, France, he studied law at the University of Toronto, was called to the Bar in 2002, and practiced at Goodmans LLP in Toronto. Before coming to Grebel in October 2017, Marcus served as President of Mercedes Corp. in St. Jacobs.
The installation service takes place on Sunday, October 29 at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow at Conrad Grebel.
Remembering Professor Emeritus John Horton
John and Norma Horton on the 25th anniversary of the UWPAT dinner, with Professor Luna Khirfan at left and current School of Planning Director Professor Clarence Woudsma on the right.
A message from the School of Planning. Horton, who joined the University in 1961 and retired in September 1996, died October 16.
John Horton was one of the key visionaries that established the School of Planning at the University of Waterloo, playing an instrumental role in establishing the curriculum and pedagogical direction of the School. Its emergence and current position as one of Canada’s top planning programs is in no small measure a testament to the dedication and unfailing efforts of John Horton.
Educated at Northwestern University, John joined UW in 1961 and was a former Director of the School. Throughout his distinguished academic career, Professor Horton taught and researched in the areas of resource planning, citizen participation and the politics of planning. Not surprisingly, John applied his skills in these areas most effectively as an administrator, driving the creation of the institutions synonymous with the School’s success: among them The Pragma Council, and the Toronto Alumni Dinner Committee. In retirement since 1996, John had continued to provide inspirational mentorship, guidance, and a direct hand in the continued success of these programs and the School.
John’s contributions to the UW community were vast and unmatched in the nearly 50 year history of the Planning program. In 2011, John’s devotion to the School and University, realized through his association with Pragma Council, was commemorated with the setting of a stone and plaque near the School of Planning building. In 2015, he was invited to return to the head table of the UWPAT dinner, acknowledging his founding role and inspirational mentorship since its inception in 1990. John was a modest, caring, true gentleman whose commitment to students, faculty and staff over many decades was surpassed only by his love and adoration for his family. Thank You John!
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Friends and colleagues of Professor Mary Wells will be gathering at the University Club today to wish her all the best in her new role at the University of Guelph’s newly renamed College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, effective November 1.
Wells is associate dean of outreach and a professor in mechanical and mechatronics engineering at the University of Waterloo. She chairs the Ontario Network of Women in Engineering (ONWiE).
Wells joined in the University of Waterloo in 2007 after a decade at the University of British Columbia. At Waterloo, Wells chaired the Women in Engineering committee, and was involved in numerous programs for girls and women, teachers and parents.
The event takes place at 3:00 p.m. in the University Club.
The Waterloo Store POP-UP Shop is taking place on November 7 and 8 in the Student Life Centre's Multipurpose Room. From door crashers, to exclusive items and returning favourites, the sale will run from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Retail Services hopes to see you there!