History - Press Releases | Arts, Humanities and Social Science
One family, eight degrees from McMaster
McMaster University | November 17, 2006
Convocation will be a family affair for the de Bruins today....[continue]
Major Archival Photo Collection to be Showcased in Public Presentation
University of Northern British Columbia | November 17, 2006
The passion and products of one of Prince George’s most celebrated naturalists and educators will be showcased by the Northern British Columbia Archives next week, to coincide with Archives Week in BC....[continue]
UPEI Celebrates Progress on New School of Business
University of Prince Edward Island | November 17, 2006
Today the School of Business at the University of Prince Edward Island celebrated the progress made on its new state-of-the-art facility that has been under construction since early October....[continue]
4th Annual Laurier Lecture in Canadian Studies: Graham Fraser
Wilfrid Laurier University | November 17, 2006
On September 13, Prime Minister Stephen Harper nominated him to be Official Languages Commissioner....[continue]
Endowment Fund Established
University of King's College | November 17, 2006
An endowment fund in memory of James Alexander Doull and in tribute to his work as scholar, teacher, and philosopher has been established in the University of King’s College Library....[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]
First Nations Symposium
Royal Roads University | November 16, 2006
First Nations communication and culture will be focus of a the 2006 School of Communication & Culture public symposium being held at Royal Roads University on Wednesday, Nov. 22 on the Quarterdeck of the Grant Building starting at 10:00 a.m....[continue]
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]
Clarke shortlisted for IMPAC Dublin Literary Award
University of Toronto | November 16, 2006
Professor writes both poetry and prose...[continue]
Zachary Douglas starts new role as MIP president
McMaster University | November 15, 2006
It's been the talk of the town for some time now....[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]
Gwynne Dyer to speak at Nipissing University
Nipissing University | November 15, 2006
Nipissing University, in partnership with the North Bay Nugget, is proud to host internationally renowned journalist Gwynne Dyer on campus for a lecture on Monday, November 27, at 7:00 p.m. in the Nipissing University Theatre (room F213)....[continue]
Laurier researchers assemble holistic picture of history and future of climate change
Wilfrid Laurier University | November 15, 2006
Award-winning Laurier researchers are looking at Canada’s northern ecosystems from both a human and natural science approach – providing a holistic picture of the history and the future of climate change....[continue]
Muhammad Yunus: Together we can put an end to poverty throughout the world
St. Mary's University | November 15, 2006
Bookstore...[continue]
McMaster student goes on exchange to England
McMaster University | November 14, 2006
Last semester, I had the opportunity to expand my horizons in a way that I know will affect the rest of my life. I was lucky enough to go on a McMaster exchange to the University of Leeds in England....[continue]
Augustana runners are National Champions!
Augustana University College | November 14, 2006
The Augustana Women’s Cross Country Running Team was marvelous on the weekend inwinning their second consecutive CCAA national school championship....[continue]
SMU alumna is HRM's new Deputy Mayor; Uteck is the first woman to hold big job
St. Mary's University | November 14, 2006
A Saint Mary’s alumna has just made history....[continue]
Engineering forges ties with Russia
McMaster University | November 13, 2006
Russia's Consul General was on campus last week discussing expanding educational linkages with the Faculty of Engineering....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 13, 2006
Tom Axworthy (Policy Studies) discusses reasons for low voter turnout in the Toronto Star....[continue]
UofW Engineering students hurl themselves into studies
University of Windsor | November 13, 2006
It’s an 800-year-old weapon but it’s challenging second-year Mechanical Engineering students as they plan their strategies for the University of Windsor’s annual Trebuchet Competition, set for Friday, November 17, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the St. Denis Centre....[continue]
York U Foundation President second Canadian ever to receive prestigious award
York University | November 13, 2006
York University Foundation President and CEO Paul Marcus has become the second Canadian ever to be recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) — the world’s largest fundraising organization with 27,000 members worldwide — as the recipient of the Community...[continue]
Cross-Country Teams Win Gold
University of Guelph | November 12, 2006
For the first time in school history, both the women’s and men’s cross-country teams have won gold medals at the 2006 Canadian Interuniversity Sports (CIS) championships....[continue]
City's oldest war memorial undergoing restoration
University of Toronto | November 10, 2006
Commemorates U of T students who died defending Canada...[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 10, 2006
David Gordon (Urban Planning) continues to receive coverage for his comments on creating a more beautiful Canadian capital that shows off our national culture, most recently in the Ottawa Citizen....[continue]
SMU graduate students scoop big scholarships
St. Mary's University | November 9, 2006
Dr. J. Colin Dodds, President of Saint Mary’s University and the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research hosted a special ceremony and reception this afternoon to recognize students who have earned scholarships for the 2006-2007 academic year....[continue]
Gallery of Distinction honours six community leaders
McMaster University | November 9, 2006
Six outstanding citizens who have made an indelible mark on the City of Hamilton through their leadership, dedication and talent were honoured at the annual Hamilton Gallery of Distinction Awards Dinner on Nov. 8....[continue]
Brandon University/Brandon University Faculty Association: Parties Settle Grievances - Brandon University, Jerry Hemmings and the Brandon University Faculty Association reach an amicable agreement
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
Brandon University, Professor Jerry Hemmings and the Brandon University Faculty Association are pleased to announce that all outstanding issues between Professor Hemmings and the University have been resolved....[continue]
History and biology departments awarded $100,000 grants
McMaster University | November 8, 2006
History and biology students are enjoying better learning opportunities thanks to a $100,000 Departmental Learning Innovation Grant that was awarded to both departments in June....[continue]
Innovative U of S-led Partnership Creates Oat Variety Breakthrough
University of Saskatchewan | November 8, 2006
Livestock producers will soon have access to a new variety of oat with a nutritional profile similar to barley, thanks to an innovative partnership among producers, the provincial government, and the University of Saskatchewan....[continue]
Newfoundland and Labrador Lieutenant Governor to speak on war and remembrance at event in Toronto
Memorial University of Newfoundland | November 8, 2006
Newfoundland and Labrador’s lieutenant-governor will be the keynote speaker at the second annual Affinity Newfoundland and Labrador Dinner scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Marriott Yorkville in Toronto....[continue]
University of Ottawa takes on "Weighty Issues" during Frontiers in Research Lectures
University of Ottawa | November 8, 2006
Stone Age peoples carved obese female figurines. Ancient Greeks built strong and athletic looking statues....[continue]
BU Receives New $10k Endowment In Business Administration
Brandon University | November 7, 2006
In support of Brandon University’s BU & YOU Campaign, Guild Insurance Brokers Inc. has made a $5,000 donation to BU’s Business Administration program....[continue]
The University of Ottawa honours national leaders
University of Ottawa | November 7, 2006
Today the University of Ottawa is proud to recognize the recipients of the 2006 Distinguished Canadian Leadership Awards....[continue]
CMA Canada supports scholarships for business students
University of Regina | November 7, 2006
CMA Canada (Saskatchewan) is supporting the dreams and futures of business administration students with a $100,000 gift to the University of Regina’s fundraising campaign....[continue]
2,500 Original Art Items Donated to Cape Breton University $500K James Nearing and Florence Giovannetti-Nearing Dragon Lair’s Collection
University College of Cape Breton | November 7, 2006
Cape Breton novelist, Frank Macdonald, has been nominated for the largest and most international literary prize of its kind, the IMPAC Dublin Literary Award....[continue]
U of G to Hold Remembrance Day Service
University of Guelph | November 7, 2006
The University of Guelph will hold its annual Remembrance Day Service Nov. 10 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. in War Memorial Hall....[continue]
Queen’s Vice-Principal George Hood announces retirement
Queen's University | November 7, 2006
Vice -Principal (Advancement) George Hood is retiring from the university effective December 31, 2006, Principal Karen Hitchcock announced today....[continue]
The faculty of science signs second sequential degree agreement with Chinese university
Wilfrid Laurier University | November 6, 2006
The Faculty of Science at Wilfrid Laurier University continues to forge new links with top Chinese universities. On September 19, 2006, the Faculty of Science signed its second Sequential Degree in just over 5 months with another top Engineering school in China: Jiangsu University in Zhenjjiang, Jiangsu Province....[continue]
Western hosts U.S. Midterm Election forum
University of Western Ontario | November 6, 2006
What impact will the fallout of the United States senate election have on the remaining two years of President George W. Bush's mandate? And the War in Iraq? Or the 2008 Presidential Election?...[continue]
War and remembrance are focus for York film student
York University | November 6, 2006
Ryan Knight was 13 when he saw Saving Private Ryan and decided to become a filmmaker....[continue]
