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President Hamdullahpur welcomed a group of undergraduate and graduate students for an open discussion on anything and everything at the second President’s Pop-up Café. The President was joined by fellow university leaders such as Associate Provost, Students, Chris Read; Associate Vice-President, Academic, Mario Coniglio; and, Associate Vice-President Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion, Diana Parry for the wide-ranging conversation.
The student driven discussion touched on a number of topics and questions about their time at the University including academic programing, student mental health, the future direction of the university and ideas for student support services.
The President’s Pop-up Café is an ongoing opportunity for a group of randomly selected undergraduate and graduate students to sit down and have an open and free discussion with the President and fellow leaders about anything that impacts their lives as University of Waterloo students. The next Pop-up Café will be announced soon when students can submit their name for a chance at being randomly selected. Stay tuned for more information on the next President’s Pop-up Café right around the corner.
Gender equity calls for all of our voices and all of our stories.
As part of the commitment to the UN Women’s HeForShe IMPACT 10x10x10 initiative, the University of Waterloo hosted the third annual HeForShe Writing Contest. Waterloo students, staff, faculty and alumni were invited to share their stories about building a better and more equitable world. And for the second year, high school students from across the Waterloo Regional District School Board (WRDSB) were also invited to share their stories in the youth category.
Judges from the University and the WRDSB selected six talented winners and awarded them with a $500 prize, as well as the honour of being published in a special anthology on gender equity. On Friday, March 8, the HeForShe Writing Contest winners will be celebrated at Waterloo’s annual International Women’s Day Dinner.
Read excerpts from the winning submissions on Waterloo Stories.
You can pick up a free copy of the anthology at the W Store and outside the Writing and Communication Centre beginning March 11.
This article was originally posted on the Applied Health Sciences website.
Kenneth G. Murray, LLD '95, founder and patron of the Murray Alzheimer Research and Education Program (MAREP) passed away Saturday.
When Murray’s first wife, Helen, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he grew to understand the challenges faced by those living with dementia. He reached out to the University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Applied Health Sciences for help. In 1993, MAREP was created to fulfil Murray’s vision of improving life for people with Alzheimer’s disease and to develop meaningful resources for their care partners.
Through his involvement with MAREP, Murray inspired people to look beyond finding a cure to focus on improving the quality of life for those living with the disease. In addition to his own generous philanthropic support, he was instrumental in helping to raise more than $1.5 million for the program through initiatives such as the Friends of Ken campaign. MAREP grew to be a leader in integrating research, outreach and education to improve dementia care practices in Canada and beyond.
Murray’s support of teaching and research at Waterloo expanded with the establishment of the Susan Pearce and Leslie Harwood Ontario Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology. Created in honour of his two daughters, the fund supports graduate students involved in aging research.
“Ken’s vision and support tangibly changed the quality of life for countless individuals living with dementia, as well as for family members and those providing dementia-related care,” explains Paul Stolee, dean of applied health sciences. “Giving back was an integral part of his background and he amplified his impact across the community by inspiring everyone he met along the way.”
The former President of Schneider Foods received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree in 1995 for his outstanding support of the University.
In 2001, Murray was appointed a member of the Order of Canada for his involvement and support of many community organizations, including the Universities of Waterloo and Guelph, the Homewood Corporation, the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and the Kitchener-Waterloo Community Foundation. He has also received a Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal for his community service. In 2014, he and wife Marilyn were named Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year.
In 2018, the MAREP program moved its home base to the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging, where his exceptional legacy will continue.
The Federation of Students’ newest student-run service celebrated its official launch at Federation Hall on February 27.
RAISE – Racial Advocacy for Inclusion, Solidarity and Equity aims to tackle issues of xenophobia and racism on campus and in the community through education and advocacy, peer-to-peer support, and events and outreach.
“RAISE provides a certain platform for those who have never been given that designated platform," said Ethan Candler, fourth-year kinesiology student and advocacy director for RAISE. "By addressing these issues, RAISE is beginning the process of creating a campus that is made for every type of person.”
The launch event featured poets, dancers, live music, artists and photographers showcasing the diverse talents of students at the University of Waterloo.
Photograph by Dominika Piosik.
"It has come to our attention that there is some incorrect information appearing around campus in the form of a sticker directing people to online therapy at uwtherapy.com," writes Director of Campus Wellness Walter Mittelstaedt. "This information does not come from the University of Waterloo but rather from a person(s) who are fraudulently presenting themselves as being from the University. This information should not be considered a way to access counselling services on campus."
"Anyone looking to access services on campus or in the community can do so through the contacts below:"
Here's today's Nutrition Month "myth vs. fact" presented by Health Services Dietitian Sandra Ace:
Claim: Muscle weighs more than fat.
Evidence: A pound is a pound, whether it’s muscle or fat. But because muscle is denser than fat, a pound of muscle takes up less space than a pound of fat. So if you’re working out regularly and building muscle while reducing body fat, you might look slimmer even though the scale doesn’t budge. Keep in mind, results shouldn’t always be judged by what the scale says!
Both types of tissue are essential for overall health but having too much fat can increase your risk of some health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers. While the difference is not huge, muscle tissue burns more calories than body fat, even when we’re at rest.
Your physical activity habits can have a big impact on your health. People who don’t make it a point to stay active lose muscle and gain body fat, which may lead to weight gain, especially as we age. Both cardiovascular exercise, like biking, swimming or brisk walking, and strength training, like lifting weights or using resistance bands, are important for good health. If you are just starting an exercise program, talk to your healthcare provider. Don’t risk an injury; if you’re unsure how to exercise safely, consult with a qualified fitness professional. Here are ideas on how to include more physical activity in your daily routine.
30 years ago: 3 Feet High and Rising
Say it in your own words: Paraphrase & summary, Wednesday, March 6, 10:00 a.m., SCH 228F.
Research Ethics drop-in training session, Wednesday, March 6, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Dana Porter Library.
Dragons’ Den auditions, Wednesday, March 6, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., QNC. Please apply online to audition.
3MT Faculty Heat – Engineering – Architecture, Wednesday, March 6, 1:30 p.m., ARCH 3003.
Computer science seminar: Dynamic Low-Stretch Trees via Dynamic Low-Diameter Decompositions, Gramoz Goranci, University of Vienna, Wednesday, March 6, 1:30 p.m., DC 1304.
3MT Faculty Heat – Mathematics, Wednesday, March 6, 2:00 p.m., DC 1302.
Exploring Your Personality Types - Part 1, Wednesday, March 6, 2:30 p.m., TC 1112.
Résumés, Careers and Personal Branding - Part 1, Wednesday, March 6, 5:00 p.m., TC 2218.
Velocity Fund $5K Qualifiers – Night 2, Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 p.m., QNC 0101.
Grammar studio series: Workshop 2, Thursday, March 7, 10:00 a.m., SCH 228F.
Interviews: Proving Your Skills, Thursday, March 7, 1:30 p.m., TC 1208.
Cultural Caravan, Thursday, March 7, 7:00 p.m., Student Life Centre Great Hall.
More Feet on the Ground - Mental Health Training, Friday, March 8, 9:30 a.m., NH 2447.
Chemistry Seminar featuring Artur Izmaylov, Assoc. Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Toronto, “Role of Topological Phases in Quantum Molecular Dynamics,” Friday, March 8, 10:00 a.m., C2-361 Reading Room.
International Women's Day Pacesetters Forum, Friday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., QNC 0101. Please note the new location.
Ladies Who L(a)unch speed networking luncheon, Friday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., DC 1301. QNC 0101. Please note the new location.
Literature reviews for grads (Part B): Writing it, Friday, March 8, 1:00 p.m., SCH 228F.
3MT Faculty Heat – Civil/Environmental/Management Sciences, Friday, March 8, 1:30 p.m., E2 2350.
Speak Up! Pecha Kucha Plus presented by Math #HeForShe, Friday, March 8, 1:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., DC 1302. QNC 0101. Please note the new location.
Knowledge Integration seminar: “Let’s Talk About Selling Weed”, speaker: Alexandra Kraushaar, James E. Wagner Cultivation, Friday, March 8, 2:30 p.m., EV3-1408.
WaterTalk: “The Evolution of Process-Based Hydrologic Models: Historical Challenges and the Collective Quest for Physical Realism,” presented by Prof. Martyn Clark, Friday, March 8, 2:30 p.m., DC 1302.
WaterTalk: “The Evolution of Process-Based Hydrologic Models: Historical Challenges and the Collective Quest for Physical Realism,” presented by Prof. Martyn Clark, Friday, March 8, 2:30 p.m., DC 1302.
Tech Bubble networking café presented by Women in Computer Science, Friday, March 8, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., DC 1301. QNC 0101. Please note the new location.
International Women's Day Dinner 2019, Friday, March 8, 5:00 p.m., Federation Hall.
OUA Quigley Cup Women’s Volleyball Final Four, Friday, March 8 – Saturday, March 9, PAC.
Warriors Women’s Volleyball OUA Semifinals vs. Toronto, Friday, March 8, 6:00 p.m., PAC.
The Power of Music to Create Inclusive Communities, Friday, March 8, 7:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel Great Hall.
March Break Open House, Saturday, March 9, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Master of Taxation, Open House, Saturday, March 9, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 220 Yonge St, Unit 115, Toronto, ON.
Building a Vocal Community: The Power of Song in Community, Saturday, March 9, 7:00 p.m., Knox Waterloo Presbyterian Church.
NEW - Build a résumé that gets that interview! Monday, March 11, 5:00 p.m., STC 0040.
NEW - Law School Admissions, Monday, March 11, 5:30 p.m., AL 113.
Winter 2019 Leadership Series Speed Networking: How to Market Yourself, Network with ENV alumni, enjoy free food, and learn tips on marketing yourself to employers, Tuesday, March 12, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Fed Hall. Requires registration.
NEW - Rapid Career Promotion Briefing – Undergraduate Students, Tuesday, March 12, 6:00 p.m., TC 2218.
Research Ethics drop-in training session, Wednesday, March 13, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Dana Porter Library.
Safeguarding science workshop, Wednesday, March 13, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., NH 3318.
Computer science seminar: Lower Bounds for Tolerant Junta and Unateness Testing via Rejection Sampling of Graphs, Amit Levi, David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, Wednesday, March 13, 1:30 p.m., MC 5501.
NEW - Exploring Your Personality Type – Part 2, Wednesday, March 13, 2:30 p.m., TC 1112.
Indigenous Speaker Series presents David A. Robertson, Wednesday, March 13, 2:30 p.m., Theatre of the Arts in Modern Languages. Book signing to follow.
NEW - Résumés, Careers and Personal Branding – Part 1, Wednesday, March 13, 5:00 p.m., TC 2218.
WaterTalk: “Mining waste environments: globally significant and growing biogeochemical hotspots,” presented by Prof. Lesley Warren, Thursday, March 14, 1:30 p.m., STC 0060.
How Architecture Shapes Behaviour, a lecture by Jens Holm, Thursday, March 14, 6:30 p.m., Laurence A. Cummings Lecture Theatre- School of Architecture.
Quantum Valley Investments® Problem Pitch Competition, Thursday, March 14, 7:00 p.m., EV3 1408.
On this week's list from the human resources department, viewable on the UWaterloo Talent Acquisition System (iCIMS):
Internal secondment opportunities:
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