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Cougars take bite out of competition
"Over the past four years, we have learned not only how to exist in the CIS (Canadian Interuniversity Sport), but become competitive," Karla Karch, Athletic Director.

Water keeps the conversation flowing
Some of the world's most dynamic speakers, thinkers and artists come to the internationally-esteemed Under Western Skies conference to be held on campus from Sept. 27 to 30.

The Bissett School of Business and the Faculty of Communication Studies merged under the leadership of our Founding Dean, Elizabeth Evans. The Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies exist within the Faculty of Business and Communication Studies. The baccalaureate degrees offered are the same: a Bachelor of Business Administration: Accounting, General Management, Human Resources and Marketing; and, a Bachelor of Communications: Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, Journalism and Public Relations. The Schools will be the primary external identity for their programs, while administrative and governance structures will be in the Faculty.

Demonstrations on campus

Campus spaces are legally considered to be public spaces. Demonstrators on campus (including students, employees and the general public) are exercising their constitutionally-protected right to freedom of expression by participating in peaceful gatherings. If groups, such as Pro Life demonstrators, are displaying graphic pictures on posters or in brochures, we will put up signage to make people walking toward them aware of their presence. We will also let the campus know where they are in an Announcement on MyMRU. Employees who are upset by materials can access services through Homewood Human Solutions (Employee Family Assistance Program). Students upset by the materials can access services at the Wellness Centre.

2016 United Way campaign

The 2016 campaign goal is to raise $50,000 (10% more than last year), with donations going to organizations that support youth. On Sunday, Sept. 18, a MRU team will go to the Calgary International Airport to participate in the Plane Pull (hauling a 737 50 feet). Last year, MRU finished fifith out of 20 teams. To help us raise $1,200 before the 18th, please go here (a tax deductible receipt will be provided). A number of other activities are planned during the academic term and will be shared in coming Our Community e-newsletters.

Conservatory issues

You've likely heard concerns about employment matters regarding two individuals at the Conservatory. As always, personnel matters are confidential. These decisions were carefully considered and will not be reversed. The Conservatory is working one-on-one with students directly impacted by these decisions, providing them with options. The University is committed to ongoing exceptional programming and financial sustainability at the Conservatory. More than 200 instructors provide, and will continue to provide, world-class programs. And this year, there were a record number of students, surpassing 10,000 registrations for the first time ever.

Events (next 2 weeks)

Get Rec'd Expo (Including Pool Party)

Thurs. Sept. 15 from 5 to 10 p.m. - Meet at Rec Centre
Try some FREE activities, tour the fitness centre, play some sports and then join a pool party! More info here.

Calgary Corporate Challenge's 3-on-3 Basketball

Fri. Sept. 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. - Rec Centre
Cheer on the team or volunteer for a three-hour shift. Email recevents@mtroyal.ca.

5th Annual Colour-U-Blue

Sat. Sept. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Walk, run or wheelchair 4.5 km around campus, ending in a cloud of blue. Sign up here.

MRU Cougars Women's Soccer Home Opener

Sat. Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - MRU Field
MRU Cougars take on the U of C Dinos. Free admission. MRU Cougars website.

Music to Your Ears: Spotlight Series –

Tamas Rozsos & Tomoko Ilmura
Sun. Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. - TransAlta Pavilion in the Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts

Admission by donation. More info.

Warren Binford: Interfacing Law, Neuroscience & Genetics to Support Child Sex Abuse Victims in the 21st Century

Mon. Sept. 19 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Lincoln Park Room (J301)

Listen to international children's rights scholar and advocate. Free. Register and more info here.

Shauna Singh Baldwin Book Launch
Mon. Sept. 19 from noon to 1 p.m. - The Knuckle (EA 3001)

Reading and book signing of Reluctant Rebellions: New and Selected Nonfiction. More info.

Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement Open House
Tues. Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Room U265

Meet the team and learn what's new over light refreshments. RSVP by 09/12 here. More info.

The Working Mind Open Session

Tues. Sept. 20 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - TBD (email here)

A mental health education program designed by the Mental Health Commission of Canada. More info.

ROMEO Workshop

Wed. Sept. 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. - U265A

These workshops will help the transition to this new research project portal Sign up here.

Social Justice 101: Privilege, Power and Oppression

Wed. Sept. 21 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. - Room U111
Sponsored by Diversity and Human Rights. More info here.

Music to Your Ears: Northern Light Series - Raghav

Wed. Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. - Bella Concert Hall

Hear this independent Canadian singer/songwriter known for "Angel Eyes" Buy tickets.

6th Annual Student Portfolio Showcase - Public Relations Program

Fri. Sept. 23 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (drop-in) - Lincoln Park Room (J301)
Light refreshements. RSVP by Sept. 20 here.

Teaching Strides Podcast Launch Party

Fri. Sept. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. - EC1040
The Academic Development Centre shares teaching practices. RSVP by Sept. 19. More info.

If you missed the email to employees outlining events until the end of Oct., go here, where we've also archived past Our Community e-newsletters.
Check out more events on the calendar. See the submit and guidelines info at the end of the calendar.
Send info for the bimonthly events email to marketingandcommunications@mtroyal.ca. Deadlines are Oct. 17 for Nov./Dec., Dec. 12 for Jan./Feb., Feb. 20 for Mar./Apr. and Apr.17 for May/Jun.

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Summit and website stories

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MyMRU announcements

Please send announcements on MyMRU's homepage to mymru@mtroyal.ca. Here are the guidelines.

Start of semester emails, with option for distribution list sign up

As each semester begins (Aug./Sept.) (Dec./Jan.), areas with ongoing employee activites can send an email to employees describing the semester's activities. Employees can then opt in to a distribution list, such as Google Groups, to get updates. Emails can be sent here.

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Cougars take bite out of competition "Over the past four years, we have learned not only how to exist in the CIS (Canadian Interuniversity Sport), but become competitive," Karla Karch, Athletic Director.

Water keeps the conversation flowing Some of the world's most dynamic speakers, thinkers and artists come to the internationally-esteemed Under Western Skies conference to be held on campus from Sept. 27 to 30.

Faculty of Business and Communication Studies