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Mount Saint Vincent University's Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies Wins National Award
Mount Saint Vincent University | November 17, 2006
On November 19, Mount Saint Vincent University’s (MSVU) 10th Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies, Dr. Christine Overall, will receive the 2006 Abbyann D. Lynch Medal in Bioethics from the Royal Society of Canada (RSC)....[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]
University of Ottawa Receives $1.5 million for Goldcorp Chair in Economic Geology
University of Ottawa | November 16, 2006
The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Science and Goldcorp Inc. are pleased to announce the creation of the new Goldcorp Chair in Economic Geology....[continue]
New Sprott Centre for Stem Cell Research to place Ottawa at forefront of medical revolution
University of Ottawa | November 15, 2006
Stem cell research has the potential to transform medicine and provide pioneering regenerative approaches to treatment of some of the world’s most debilitating diseases, said Dr. Michael Rudnicki, Director of the Sprott Centre for Stem Cell Research, during the Centre’s grand opening ceremony in Ottawa today....[continue]
Brandon University's Dr. John Everitt Recognized for Outstanding Commitment to International Development
Brandon University | November 15, 2006
Dr. John Everitt, Professor and Chair of the Department of Geography at Brandon University, has been named the recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by World University Service of Canada (WUSC), a leading Canadian development agency....[continue]
Highflying Trio with NB roots to perform newfound Chamber Music, Nov. 17
Mount Allison University | November 15, 2006
Friday, November 17 will provide a wonderful opportunity to hear rising star, pianist Julien Leblanc, performing together with violinist Isabelle Fournier, originally from Moncton, and flutist Karin Aurell, a resident of Sackville....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 15, 2006
Art Mcdonald (Physics) discusses the inaugural John C. Polanyi Prize presented to he and his team in a CanWest News service story that appears in the National Post, Vancouver Sun, Calgary Herald, Ottawa Citizen, and Edmonton Journal....[continue]
University of Ottawa Media Calendar November 13 to November 19, 2006
University of Ottawa | November 14, 2006
Here is a summary of the activities taking place at the University of Ottawa this week....[continue]
New program evaluates seniors' risk for cardiovascular disease
McMaster University | November 14, 2006
A new cardiovascular health promotion program for seniors is wrapping up this week in communities across Ontario....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 14, 2006
Emeritus professor Elia Zureik (Sociology) receives extensive national coverage for research by the Queen's-based Surveillance Project on international attitudes toward surveillance, including the Globe and Mail, National Post, Toronto Star, Ottawa Citizen, Montreal Gazette, Halifax Chronicle Herald, Edmonton Journal, Kingston Whig-Standard, CBC-TV’s the National and Newsworld and Global National-TV....[continue]
State of Our Health, GIS Mapping and War Correspondent
University of Western Ontario | November 13, 2006
The following items from The University of Western Ontario may be OF INTEREST....[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]
Public consultations on programs and services in French at the University extended until December 8
University of Ottawa | November 10, 2006
Members of the Task Force on Programs and Services in French at the University of Ottawa invite people to participate in public consultations on the following question: How can the University of Ottawa reflect its desire to play a leadership role and to enrich its contribution to the promotion and development of French culture in Ontario?...[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 9, 2006
Ian Janssen (Kinesiology and Health Studies) discusses obesity among Canadians in the Globe and Mail....[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]
Mount Allison University announces 06-07 Bell Scholars
Mount Allison University | November 9, 2006
Mount Allison University is pleased to announce this year’s winners of the Bell Scholarships, Bell Achievement Awards, and the Mary Emerancy Pickard Music Scholarship, which celebrate students who have demonstrated strong academic ability, leadership potential, commitment to volunteer work, extra-curricular activities, work experience, and good citizenship....[continue]
Four students from Niger on a learning mission in Ottawa
University of Ottawa | November 8, 2006
Outside, between the centennial flame and the main entrance Please note that no security clearance is required to access the grounds....[continue]
Queen's in the News
Queen's University | November 8, 2006
David Gordon (Urban Planning) offers ideas for creating a more beautiful Canadian capital that shows off our national culture in the Ottawa Citizen....[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]
Nine uOttawa scientists receive Early Researcher Award
University of Ottawa | November 7, 2006
Nine researchers at the University of Ottawa have received an Early Research Award, formerly the Premier’s Research Excellence Awards....[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]
Eminent uOttawa professor leads Geography Awareness Week
University of Ottawa | November 6, 2006
Barry Wellar, retired University of Ottawa professor of geography and environmental studies, has been appointed media program director for the Geography Awareness Week, by the Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG)....[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]
University of Ottawa Media Calendar: November 6 - 10, 2006
University of Ottawa | November 6, 2006
Here is a summary of the activities taking place at the University of Ottawa this week....[continue]
Laurier to graduate 879 students in fall convocation
Wilfrid Laurier University | October 27, 2006
Just under 900 students from all schools and faculties from the Waterloo and Brantford campuses of Wilfrid Laurier University will officially graduate today during the university’s fall convocation ceremony....[continue]
Carleton University Announces Its Honorary Degree Recipients at Fall Convocation
Carleton University | October 27, 2006
Carleton University will present honorary degrees to two outstanding Canadians at its 129th Convocation ceremony on Saturday November 4, 2006 in Carleton’s Field House. More than 1,150 students will be graduating....[continue]
SHEA, Harold Thomas
St. Mary's University | October 25, 2006
SHEA, Harold Thomas - 83, Halifax, passed away October 23, 2006....[continue]
University of Ottawa among Canada's top five research-intensive institutions
University of Ottawa | October 25, 2006
According to Research Infosource Inc., the University of Ottawa stands fifth among Canada's 50 research-intensive universities for the year 2006. When ranking universities by research intensity, Research Infosource considers the amount of research income per full-time faculty position....[continue]
Study of Heart Attacks & Deaths in Gentlmen’s Hockey
University College of Cape Breton | October 25, 2006
Researchers are looking for reports of heart attacks during gentlemen’s hockey games for a national hockey study which will investigate death and heart attacks associated with gentlemen’s hockey during the 2006/07 season....[continue]
BU Faculty of Arts Liberal Arts Speakers' Series and Investor's Group present Frank O'Dea, co-founder of Second Cup
Brandon University | October 25, 2006
On Wednesday, November 15, Second Cup co-founder and self made business success Frank O'Dea will visit Brandon to give a presentation on The Spirit of the Entrepreneur for Brandon University students, Investor's Group Brandon clients and guests....[continue]
National columnist Chantal Hebert to speak at Brock
Brock University | October 25, 2006
Chantal Hebert, national affairs columnist for the Toronto Star, will be the guest speaker for the 2006 D. G. Willmot Distinguished Lecture Series, sponsored by the Faculty of Business at Brock University. The lecture will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sean O'Sullivan Theatre. A reception will follow the presentation....[continue]
Research Infosource Rewards U of L With Increase in Ranking
University of Lethbridge | October 24, 2006
The University of Lethbridge is the only Alberta University in a recent ‘Top-three’ national ranking of research institutions....[continue]
Lakehead U Named Research University of the Year - Undergraduate Category
Lakehead University | October 24, 2006
Today, Research Infosource Inc. announced that it has designated Lakehead University the "Research University of the Year" in the undergraduate category. Each year, Research Infosource publishes a special "Canada’s Innovation Leaders" supplement in the National Post and the Ottawa Citizen....[continue]
Mongolian author to read at Malaspina University-College
Malaspina University College | October 24, 2006
Mongolian author, chieftain, shaman and poet Galsan Tschinag is visiting Malaspina University-College’s Nanaimo campus for a free reading from his latest book, The Blue Sky....[continue]
University of Ottawa Media Calendar October 22 to 27, 2006
University of Ottawa | October 23, 2006
Here is a summary of the activities taking place at the University of Ottawa this week. To learn more about what’s happening, please visit www.media.uOttawa.ca....[continue]
University of Ottawa researcher helps arthritis patients stay at home, treat themselves
University of Ottawa | October 23, 2006
The first step in keeping arthritis patients out of hospitals and treating themselves at home begins at the University of Ottawa October 27 to 29....[continue]
McGill wins national baseball championship
McGill University | October 23, 2006
Ace throws no-hitter...[continue]
Ottawa Senators Foundation, Max Keeping Foundation and the University of Ottawa work together for youth-in-care
University of Ottawa | October 21, 2006
The Ottawa Senators Foundation and the Max Keeping Foundation, in partnership with the University of Ottawa, today introduced Just One Person — a scholarship program for youth-in-care and an accompanying community award acknowledging the contributions of a citizen of Ottawa who’s helped ensure the health and well-being of children and families....[continue]
Ottawa Senators Foundation, Max Keeping Foundation and the University of Ottawa work together for youth-in-care
University of Ottawa | October 21, 2006
The Ottawa Senators Foundation and the Max Keeping Foundation, in partnership with the University of Ottawa, today introduced Just One Person — a scholarship program for youth-in-care and an accompanying community award acknowledging the contributions of a citizen of Ottawa who’s helped ensure the health and well-being of children and families....[continue]
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA HEALTH RESEARCHERS RECEIVE $8.5 MILLION IN NEW FUNDING
University of Manitoba | October 20, 2006
42 new projects include studies of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease and prenatal care....[continue]
