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Thursday, November 10, 2022

Tech for Good

by Paul Heidebrecht, Director, Kindred Credit Union Centre for Peace Advancement

“The role of technology in contemporary society is expanding every day, and critical reflection on the impact of technology now pervades a growing number of scholarly and popular contexts. Not only is it a struggle to keep up with accelerating technological developments, we can be overwhelmed by a deluge of observations, opinions, and analyses of these developments. Indeed, thanks to the rise of new technologies like social media, there are many more ways that our attention is being drawn to the impact of technology.”

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Alumni Changing The World With Tech

by Jen Konkle, Marketing and Communications Manager

Grebel alumni are involved in many interesting initiatives that use technology for good—in start-ups, projects, support roles, research, and hobbies. The following profiles highlight some alumni who are involved in activities that use technology to make a difference in society and the world. 

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Tech, Spirituality, and Older Adults

by Jane Kuepfer, Schlegel Specialist in Spirituality & Aging

Until recently, technology and older adults were unlikely friends. Now I’m not surprised when a 96-year-old scrolls through their tablet to show me their latest great-grandchild, or asks their smart tech device to play some music. For many, technology has become a vital link to their faith community.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Breaking Down Silos with PeaceTech

by Emma Kirke, 4TH-Year Environment, Resources, and Sustainablity

Throughout my four years at Grebel, of the many hats I have worn, the one that has had the most impact has been as a PeaceTecher. You might wonder, what is a PeaceTecher?

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Issa Ebombolo: Building Peace in Zambia and Malawi

by Zoe Beilby, PACS Communications Assistant

To look back on Issa Ebombolo’s (MPACS 2017) career thus far is to look back on a journey of leadership, collaboration, and great accomplishments.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Small Fixes Can Lead to Large Solutions

by Tim Saari, Communications Co-op Writer

“I’d rather repair something than replace it” is an uncommon statement to hear in a throwaway society, yet it is one voiced by Grebel resident Liam Armstrong.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Award Honours Grandmother's Dreams

by Fred W. Martin, Director of Advancement

Sara Froese Berg (1893-1979) had an unfulfilled dream to receive an education. This dream was fulfilled as granddaughter Geraldine Balzer and great-granddaughters Kerstin and Alina graduated from the University of Waterloo and attended Grebel.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Sculpture Completes New Dining Room

by Margaret Gissing, Communications Assistant

A glowing, curious object sits above the fireplace in the corner of the Grebel’s dining room. Its oranges, blues, and greens call from across the space, inviting closer inspection of the whimsical and intricate arrangement of shapes.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Students from House of Friendship Programs

by Fred W. Martin, Director of Advancement

For two high school students who connect to House of Friendship programs in Waterloo Region, a substantial grant from the Lyle S Hallman Foundation will make the dream of a Grebel residence experience and a University of Waterloo degree a reality.