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Dalhousie University to Study Restorative Justice Dalhousie University | November 16, 2006 Nova Scotia’s restorative justice program will be the subject of a significant research project led by Dalhousie University....[continue] Library offers glimpse into the mind of Isaac Newton McMaster University | November 16, 2006 A rare first edition of Isaac Newton's Opticks, recently acquired as McMaster University library's two millionth book, has provided the inspiration for an imaginative interdisciplinary collaboration between the library, the Learning Technologies Resource Centre (LTRC) and instructors in the Arts and Science program....[continue] Please note the following upcoming thesis defenses St. Mary's University | November 15, 2006 Amanda Topen will defend her MA in Women's Studies thesis, Labour Market Integration Experiences of Immigrant Women from Sub-Saharan Africa, on November 16, 2006 at 1:00 in McNally Main 208....[continue] New fund to aid lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students University of Toronto | November 15, 2006 Bursaries and emergency financial aid fund to be established...[continue] Notice of Thesis Defense St. Mary's University | November 14, 2006 Kelly Dye will defend her PhD Business Administration (Management) Thesis, Acker Through the Looking Glass: Exploring ‘Gendered Sub Structures’ for Understanding the Gendering of Organizations on November 20, 2006 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room, Patrick Power Library....[continue] Pratt expert to deliver Pratt Lecture at Memorial Memorial University of Newfoundland | November 8, 2006 One of the principal authorities on the writing of poet E. J. Pratt and how oral traditions influence literature will deliver Memorial University’s 2006 Pratt Lecture on Friday, Nov. 17....[continue] Rotman School explores building diverse workplaces University of Toronto | November 8, 2006 Gay, lesbian communities focus of Nov. 6 seminar...[continue] Understanding the Sexes through Psychology St. Mary's University | November 7, 2006 The mental processes encompassing differences between the sexes have fuelled the research interests of soon to be Saint Mary’s graduate Melissa Gray, a native of Halifax, Nova Scotia....[continue] SMU named a national leader in Humanities Research St. Mary's University | November 6, 2006 Researchers in the Faculty of Arts at Saint Mary's University have been recognized for a high rate of publication from 1999-2004....[continue] Dramatic film based on research into crab asthma's devastating impact Memorial University of Newfoundland | November 6, 2006 A 20-minute dramatic film depicting the impact of asthma on snowcrab processing workers, their families and communities in this province, will be publicly screened on Friday, Nov. 10....[continue] UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA AWARDED US $22 MILLION HIV/AIDS PROJECT IN INDIA University of Manitoba | November 6, 2006 Programs will focus on HIV/AIDS prevention, care, support and treatment for vulnerable population....[continue] Reel Life: StFX Welcomes 2006 Women's Film Festival St. Francis Xavier University | November 3, 2006 A series of edgy, independent films shot through a feminist lens will be showcased during the 2006 Women's Film Festival at StFX, which will run Nov.8 to10....[continue] Six York profs in the running for TVO's Best Lecturer 2007 York University | October 26, 2006 Six York professors have made the ‘top 30’ cut in TVOntario’s competition for Best Lecturer 2007. ...[continue] Play explores homophobia, xenophobia, tolerance and acceptance University of Regina | October 26, 2006 The University of Regina Theatre Department will present Moisés Kaufman's The Laramie Project from Nov. 1 to Nov. 5 at the University Theatre, Riddell Centre....[continue] Gender and Disaster in Canada: New Thinking, New DirectionsVictoria Park Garrison, Sydney, October 31st – Nov 2nd, 2006 University College of Cape Breton | October 26, 2006 Cape Breton University’s International Centre for Emergency Management Studies is holding its first inaugural workshop focused on gender factors as they relate to the emergency management cycle in the Canadian context....[continue] Nipissing hosting Take Back the Night March Nipissing University | October 25, 2006 The Nipissing University Women’s Centre is holding their fourth annual Take Back the Night March on Friday, October 27....[continue] Science Seminar Series presents BU Psychology professor Dr. Shannon Gadbois Brandon University | October 25, 2006 On Tuesday, October 31 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Brandon University's Dr. Shannon Gadbois, (Department of Psychology), titled If You Let Me Play Sports ...Does Sports Involvement Always Correlate with High Self-Esteem? Dr. Gadbois' talk will take place in room 3-42 of the Brodie Sciences Building and is free of charge. All are welcome!...[continue] EXPERTS EXPLORE PROFESSIONALISM, POLITICS AND RESEARCH IN TEACHER EDUCATION University of New Brunswick - Fredericton | October 25, 2006 Cutting-edge education experts from coast to coast will offer keynote addresses at the Atlantic Educators’ Conference in Fredericton, Nov. 17 and 18. The public is welcome to attend the keynote addresses at no charge....[continue] SEABROOK AND THOMPSON HONOURED WITH EMERITUS DESIGNATIONS University of New Brunswick - Fredericton | October 24, 2006 Biologist William Seabrook and historian Gillian Thompson have joined the ranks of professors emeriti at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton. They received the honorary emeritus designation at fall Convocation, Oct. 19, in recognition of their distinguished careers....[continue] Motherhood issues the focus of major York U conference York University | October 23, 2006 The largest conference ever organized on the subject of motherhood will begin on Thursday in Toronto, with a name that reflects the size and scope of the project: "The Motherlode: A Complete Celebration of Motherhood."...[continue] Fruit fly dating game provides clues to our reproductive prowess Queen's University | October 23, 2006 Researchers have discovered that seeking out the most attractive mate may be unhealthy for any offspring....[continue] Women's Math Performance Affected by Theories on Sex Differences: UBC Researchers University of British Columbia | October 19, 2006 [News editors: UBC provides ISDN lines for radio interviews and a TV studio with fibre optic access to facilitate double-ender interviews.]...[continue] Waterloo to stand up to make poverty history and attempt to set world record Wilfrid Laurier University | October 12, 2006 Members of Waterloo Region are invited to gather on Sunday, October 15th to attempt to set a Guinness World Record for standing up to make poverty history worldwide by 2015....[continue] Same-sex marriage and parenting rights forums at York U York University | October 11, 2006 Public forums on two vital national social policy issues – same-sex marriage and parental rights – will take place October 11 and 18 at York University....[continue] World Rural Women's Day Chance to Recognize Contributions, Prof Says University of Guelph | October 10, 2006 World Rural Women’s Day is Oct. 15, but rural women around the world probably won’t find time to celebrate....[continue] New College officially welcomes new leader University of Toronto | October 5, 2006 Ninth principal is leading historian, former director of the Centre for the Study of the United States...[continue] Second Queerical Up North meeting October 5 National Theatre School of Canada | October 5, 2006 Queer students and LGBTTIQ friends and allies are invited to attend the second meeting of Queerical Up North on Thursday October 5, from 4 – 5:30 p.m. in room H110....[continue] McGill and Montreal Matters: All about school McGill University | October 3, 2006 Series to highlight education policy, preventing bullying and more...[continue] Youth Gambling Study Undertaken at Mount Saint Vincent University Mount Saint Vincent University | October 2, 2006 A team of six researchers has been awarded a 10-month grant by the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation (NSGC) to conduct a comprehensive, independent research study into youth gambling....[continue] Youth Gambling Study Undertaken at SMU St. Mary's University | October 2, 2006 A professor from Saint Mary’s University is part of a team of researchers from Halifax, NS who have been awarded a 10-month grant by the Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation (NSGC) to conduct a comprehensive, independent research study into youth gambling....[continue] McMaster Engineers Without Borders volunteer in Africa McMaster University | September 29, 2006 Two McMaster engineering students have recently unpacked their bags after completing a four-month volunteer term in Zambia and Ghana....[continue] Thermal imaging shatters arousal gender gap myth McGill University | September 29, 2006 A new McGill University study that used thermal imaging technology for the first time ever to measure sexual arousal rates has turned the conventional wisdom that women become aroused more slowly than men on its head....[continue] Brandon University brings back traditional Fall Homecoming weekend September 29, 30 & October 1 Brandon University | September 21, 2006 Brandon University is happy to announce the return, by popular demand, of Fall Homecoming....[continue] Voices on the Rise: Afghan Women Making the News photojournalism exhibit to open at uOttawa University of Ottawa | September 21, 2006 The University of Ottawa, in collaboration with Carleton University and the Embassy of Afghanistan, will play host to an important exhibition highlighting the story of female communicators in Afghanistan....[continue] Year of Languages kicks off University of Toronto | September 21, 2006 2006-07 a celebration of importance in education, research and the global community...[continue] Class cancellation Memorial University of Newfoundland | September 19, 2006 Memorial University course, Women's Studies 2000, with instructor Lori Yetman scheduled for 7-9:30 pm., is cancelled for Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006....[continue] How Will New Brunswick Vote? Political Science Experts Discuss Outcome at APPSA Conference Mount Saint Vincent University | September 15, 2006 The New Brunswick election has the Liberals and Conservatives locked in a tight race, with the NDP lagging....[continue] Inaugural Queerical Up North meeting Monday Nipissing University | September 15, 2006 Queer students and LGBTTIQ friends and allies are invited to attend the first meeting of Queerical Up North on Monday, Sept. 18, from 4-6 p.m. in room H160 at Nipissing University....[continue] BU Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies profs in high demand for their expertise Brandon University | September 6, 2006 As the Brandon University Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies (A-DES) program is one of only a few of its kind in North America, it should come as no surprise that professors in the program are in high demand to serve as experts at conferences and other speaking engagements around North America following the Hurricane Katrina disaster of last year....[continue] Overconfidence — too much of a good thing or not? Mount Allison University | August 31, 2006 Could that arrogant guy in your office, with his overconfident demeanour, be on to something?...[continue]
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