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Distinguished Arts Speaker Kim TallBear
CBC personality Kim TallBear will speak on the radical politics of "gene talk" March 24.
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Journalists more important than ever
Kevin Donovan of the Toronto Star recently visited to discuss journalism in the era of "fake news."
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Branching out with Startup Tree
A new online platform is helping Mount Royal entrepreneurs connect with others in the community.
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Government of Alberta budget announcement
There were no surprises in today’s provincial budget. In that sense, we appreciate the Alberta Government’s willingness to work with us in a transparent and open manner.
The two per cent increase in our Campus Alberta operating grant translates into a positive increase estimated at nearly $2 million. Unlike in past years, there were no funds to offset the tuition freeze. Although anticipated in our budget preparations, this decision carries a negative impact of about $1.1 million.
In the next two weeks, we will incorporate the specific provincial budget inputs and complete the latest round of adjustments to our 2017/18 budget. The Budget Advisory Committee will continue to meet to arrive at a balanced budget. An update will be provided on April 3 from 2:30 to 4 p.m in the Ross Glen Hall. Work will continue on the draft budget until it goes to the Board of Governors for approval in May.
In the longer term, we will continue to participate in provincial reviews of tuition and mandatory non-instructional fees. Sustainable and predictable funding remains vital to the health of our sector.
David Docherty, PhD
President
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March madness for concert tickets
Enjoy 40 per cent off the ticket price for one remaining show in March! The Kronos Quartet will play the Bella Concert Hall March 22. Go go to mru.ca/enjoy and enter the promo code: MRUMARCH
Responsive MyMRU to debut March 22
On March 22 at noon, MyMRU will change to a responsive template to better serve those on mobile devices or tablets. The look and usability will not change much. View ITS's Fast Facts for more information.
Sustainability Fair March 21 to 23
The Sustainability Committee is promoting environmentally-sustainable practices on campus. Things to do include building your own terrarium and bringing in books to trade. Complete information found here!
Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts closed March 26 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Due to electrical work, the Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts (ED) will be closed on Sunday March 26 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Employee Appreciation Day May 25
Mark your calendars for another fun and activity-filled Employee Appreciation Day on May 25. Complete details on cool stuff to sign up for will be available in early May. Everyone is invited!
Reminder: Distinguished Employee Awards nominations deadline approaching
Did you, a coworker or your team do something exceptional this year? Nominate yourself or others for the Distinguished Employee Awards. Deadline is March 31. The ceremony will be held on Aug. 31.
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Enlightenment in Motion
Fri., March 17 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — The Knuckle (EA 3001)
Revisit the notion of movement during the era of the Enlightenment in this symposium. More info.
Science and Obscenity: A Historical and Empirical Perspective on Porn’s Effects
Fri., March 17 from noon to 1:00 p.m. — EA 1068
Explore research regarding the effects of pornography on committed relationships. More info.
Public Talks — General Education Tenure-Track Candidates
Fri., March 17 from 3:30 to 4:20 p.m. — EB 1006
Tenure-track candidates will identify *one* significant issue human communities face today through a cluster-one lens. More info.
Mike Schuett & Friends
Sun., March 19 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. — TransAlta Pavilion (ED 2102)
Celebrate with this home-grown series allowing MRU Conservatory instructors to shine. Tickets by donation (suggested $15). More about Mike.
IT: Creating an Email Distribution List
Mon., March 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to create an email distribution list in Google Groups. Register.
Sustainable MRU Plant Sale!
Tues., March 21 from 10 a.m. to noon — Main Street (East)
Celebrate Earth Hour 2017 with Sustainable MRU, which will be hosting an array of sustainability-related activities during the week. More info.
Intro to 3D Modelling
Tues., March 21 from noon to 1 p.m. — Library Classroom
Experience an introduction to 3D modelling for 3D printing (TinkerCAD). Register.
Social Democracy and the Left in Canada: Past, Present, and Future
Tues., March 21 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — EA 2007
This General Education colloquium examines the state of the NDP and the extra-parliamentary left from the vantage point of the past. More info.
Iniskim Anniversary Celebration
Tues., March 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. — Iniskim Centre (C 201)
Come and celebrate the 10th
anniversary of the naming of the Iniskim Centre and 25th anniversary of the Aboriginal Education Program. More info.
Sexual Violence Response Policy Information Session
Wed., March 22 from noon to 1 p.m. — The Knuckle (EA 3001)
Join us for an informal talk about the new Sexual Violence Response Policy. Policy specialists will be available to answer questions. More info.
Kronos Quartet
Wed., March 22 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
Enjoy the Kronos Quartet as they combine a spirit of fearless exploration with a commitment to continually re-imagining the string quartet experience.Tickets.
HR: The Art of Listening
Thurs., March 23 from 8:30 a.m. to noon
Enhance your ability to obtain information from others and learn to communicate effectively. Register.
FOIP Act 101
Thurs., March 23 from 9:10 a.m. to 10:10 a.m.
Learn the ins and outs of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. Register.
IT: Google Mail Merges
Thurs., March 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Learn mail merge to allow you to easily and quickly produce dozens of form letters, address labels or addressed envelopes. Register.
Terrarium Workshop
Thurs., March 23 from 10 a.m. to noon — Main Street
Build a terrarium with Sustainable MRU, the Committee hosting an array of sustainability-related activities during the week. More info.
Dr. Evan Adams Presents One Story of Two-Eyed Seeing
Thurs., March 23 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. — Ross Glen Hall (EC 1050)
Join Dr. Evan Adams, actor/playwright/producer turned-physician now serving as chief medical officer with the First Nations Health Authority. Tickets.
Molecular Death, Desire and Redface Reincarnations
Fri., March 24 from 10 a.m. to noon — Lincoln Park Room (J 301)
Join a discourse about Indigenous life and death or vanishing as practices unfold in genome science and other cultural fields. More info.
Research Panel: Effective Data Collection, Storage and Utilization Strategies
Fri., March 24 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Bissett Boardroom (EB 2061)
Attend a discussion where panellists weigh in on the new data storage requirements by Tri-Council and other agencies.
Registration.
Effective Presentations
Fri., March 24 from 1 to 2 p.m. — T 131
Learn about the components of effective presentations and how you can implement them. More info.
Public Talks — General Education Tenure-Track Candidates
Fri., March 24 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. — EB 1006
Tenure-track candidates will identify *one* significant issue human communities face today through a cluster-one lens. More info.
Effective Presentations
Mon., March 27 from 1 to 2:00 p.m. — T 131
Learn about the components of effective presentations and how you can implement them. More info.
IT: Protecting Yourself Against Cyber Crime
Tues., March 28 from 11 a.m. to noon
Learn to protect yourself against cyber crime and about valuable tips on how to keep your data safe. Register.
Effective Presentations
Tues., March 28 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm — T 131
Learn about the components of effective presentations and how you can implement them. More info.
Everything You Treasure — For a World Free from Nuclear Weapons Exhibit
Weds., March 29 from 10 a.m. to Fri., March 31, 6 p.m. — Main Street
Come check out the Everything You Treasure — For a World Free from Nuclear Weapons Exhibit on Main Street. More info.
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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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