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President's Pop-up Cafe returns
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.
Congratulations to the winners of the HeForShe Writing Contest
2018 HeForShe Writing Contest youth/high school winner in poetry Lama Abdallah.
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.
Remembering visionary donor Ken Murray
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.
Feds launch RAISE service
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.
False counselling information and other notes
"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:"
- Counselling Services - 519-888-4567 ext. 32655
- Health Services - Student Medical Clinic - 519-888-4096
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan Provider (Homewood Health): 1-800-663-1142
- Occupational Health: Linda Brogden at ext. 36264 or Karen Parkinson at ext. 30338
- Grand River Hospital - 519-749-4300
- St. Mary's Hospital - 519-744-3311
- Good2Talk - 1-866-925-5454
- Here 24/7 - 1-844-437-3247
- Crisis Services Canada - 1-833-456-4566 or by text 45645
- Kitchener-Waterloo Sexual Assault Support Centre - 519-741-8633
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.