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HeForShe Scholarship winners named; President tovisitUN General Assembly
Five young women with a passion for computer science, physics and engineering have received $12,000 scholarships under the University of ݮƵ’s HeForShe IMPACT scholarship program.
The HeForShe IMPACT Scholarships annually awardsfemale students who apply to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs.
This year’s recipients come from as far away as India and China and all are excited about diving into their chosen professions through their co-op education work terms.
The five winnersof the University of ݮƵHeForSheIMPACT Scholarships (and their chosen programs of study) are:
- Anjali Joshi, Mechanical Engineering
- Carmen Kwan, Software Engineering
- Yue Ding, Computer Science
- Ankita Mishra, Computer Science
- Stephanie Swanson, Physics
Launched last year, the scholarship program will support a total of 24 women over a four-year period as part of ݮƵ’s ongoing efforts to achieve gender equity in STEM—science, technology, engineering and mathematics—programs.Each student will receive $1,500 per term.
ݮƵ is one of 10 universities around the world committing to take bold, game-changing action to achieve gender equality as part of the UN HeForShe IMPACT 10x10x10 framework.HeForShe is a global effort to engage men and boys in removing the social and cultural barriers that prevent women and girls from achieving their potential, and together positively reshaping society.
Working alongside governments, leading universities and global businesses, the Universityis making three commitments to achieve gender equality by developing innovative programming aimed at a full spectrum of women, from young girls right through to the University’s senior leadership.
The University of ݮƵ has committed to:
- Boost femalestudent participation in STEM outreach activities and experiences to build ٳpipeline of future female leaders in traditionally male dominated disciplines;
- Enhance the representation of female faculty to improve the campus environment today and drive towards parity in the future; and
- Attract and advance female leaders to senior academic and administrative positions at the University.
For profiles of the young scholarship winners,visit theݮƵ Stories貹.
The scholarship announcement comes as President Feridun Hamdullahpur prepares toattend the United Nations General Assembly in New York City to report on the gender equality commitments the University of ݮƵ has undertaken as part of ٳHeForShe IMPACT10x10x10 initiative.
President Hamdullahpur will participate in ٳlaunch of the firstUniversity Parity report -the first progress report since 10 global universities publicly announced bold commitments to achieve gender parity by 2020.The report willhighlightthe participating universities’ successes and ambitions for gender equity on their campuses.
The HeForShe 10 IMPACT universities span across eight countries on five continents:
Georgetown University, USA; Institut d’études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po), France; Nagoya University, Japan; Stony Brook University, USA; the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; the University of Leicester, UK; University of Oxford, UK; the University of São Paulo, Brazil; the University of ݮƵ, Canada; and the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa.
Talking the future of energy storage withLinda Nazar
Interested in learning about electrochemical energy storage systems and technologies to meet future, high-energy density storage needs? Seats are still available to hear Canada Research Chair Linda Nazar speak atԴǴDzonFriday, September 23at Research Talks.
She will examine the challenges, opportunities, and limits for energy storage technologies beyond lithium-ion batteries.
Please registerfor this free event as seating is limited. Feel free to bring your lunch, light refreshments will be provided. Hosted by the Office of Research, Research Talks is a regular series that celebrates research and provides an opportunity for staff, faculty, and students to learn more about research at ݮƵ.
New AHS report highlights research and teaching impact
The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences is sharing some of its transformational research and teaching stories in a new report released today. Titled, the report showcases how the Faculty is igniting solutions to pressing health and well-being challenges and training the next generation of scholars, practitioners and advocates. The format of the report highlights the impact of the Faculty’s three academic units in enhancing quality of life across three distinct levels of health: for individuals, communities and populations.
To request a print copy ofHealth in 3Dplease contactChristine Bezruki.
Take Back The Night march on Thursday
This is the latest in a series of#UWCommunity storiesthat feature ݮƵ in the community.
Join the University of ݮƵ on Thursday, September 22, 2016 for ݮƵ Region’s annual(TBTN) march. Part of an international event targeting sexual and domestic violence, TBTN brings survivors and their allies together to walk in solidarity to draw public attention to the struggles women, children, and trans*people continue to face in our society.
This cause is especially important in our community because of its vital connection to our university and college campuses. Preventing sexual violence has increasingly become an on campus priority, with the University of ݮƵ going to great lengths to inform students about topics such as consent and equal rights through initiatives like:
- ٳSingle & Sexyplay performed during Orientation Week;
- educational events like the Faculty of Arts’Rape Culture teach-a-thon;
- and most importantly, our participation in ٳHeForShe IMPACT 10x10x10貹.
Attending TBTN is one more step in ensuring our school is an inclusive and safe space for students of all genders.
Lead by ٳ, students, staff, faculty and alumni are invited to gather in the SLC Great Hall and depart for Kitchener City Hall at 4:40 p.m. The march and associated activities, hosted by ٳ, take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Men are also encouraged to attend the opening rally, line the march route, and join in afterwards. All are also welcome to participate in a poster-making and chant-learning event at the Women’s Centre on September 21 at 6 p.m.
Help us create change in our community. More info can be found at ٳ.
Minimum wage increase to take effect; other notes
"ճminimum wage rates in Ontario are increasing effective October 1,2016, including an increase for the general minimum wage rate from $11.25 to $11.40 per hour," says a note from Human Resources."Information is located on the Human Resources website including a link to the government’s website. The majority of our employees are not impacted by this change; however, there may be some employees where attention will be required by managers to ensure compliance. Please direct any questions tohrhelp@uwaterloo.ca."
“From September 19 to 23, the Federation of Students will be hostingGet Involved Weekfor all undergraduates," writes Jacqueline Martinz."During the week, there will be events for students to attend and learn more about how to have an impact on campus and in the community. The week starts with the Feds Open House from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. More information.”
The University's Senate meets todayin NH 3407. Among ٳagenda itemsare a raft of academic program changes and updates to academic plans, a number of assessments andprogress reports on programs including ٳBachelor of Environmental Studies programs (Geography and Environmental Management and Geomatics), the Master of Environmental Studies program in Tourism and the Master of Climate Change program in Climate Change, the Bachelor of Knowledge Integration, ٳBA (Music) program, andٳSchool of Public Health and Health Systems, anda teaching presentation by Kelly Anthony, ٳTeaching Fellow in ٳSchool of Public Health and Health Systems.
United Way Leadership L(a)unch
The University of ݮƵ’s United Way campaign hosts the Leadership L(a)unch today at Fed Hall. Campus leaders and leadership level donors are invited to come celebrate all the ways the university supports the United Way and hear how donations are being put to work.
Attendees will hear from an impact speaker, a United Way representative, as well as get an update on campaign 2016.
The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Fed Hall.
Link of the day
When and where
HeForShe Writing Contest, submissions accepted between Monday, September 6 and Friday, October 14.
Postdoc Appreciation Week, Monday, September 19 to Friday, September 23.
United Way Leadership L(a)unch, Monday, September 19, 12:00 p.m., Federation Hall.
The Writing Centre presents Say it in your own words: Paraphrase & summary, Monday, September 19, 1:00 p.m.
SeptemberSenate meeting, Monday, September 19, 3:30 p.m., NH 3407.
United Way Volunteer Training Lunch,Tuesday September 20, 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Federation Hall – Main Hall.
The Writing Centre presents Clarity in Scientific Writing, Tuesday, September 20, 1:00 p.m.
, "Barbarian Lost," Tuesday, September 20, 2:00 p.m., Renison University College.
featuring Professor Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, “Let Physics Be The Dream It Used To Be,” Tuesday, September 20, 7:00 p.m., Humanities Theatre.
CBB Workshop: UݮƵ Intellectual Property Part 2 Case Study,Wednesday, September 21, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., DC 1304.
Noon Hour Concert: Earth Peace,Wednesday, September 21, 12:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel Chapel.
UWRC Book ClubfeaturingHouse in the Skyby Amanda Lindhout,Wednesday, September 21, 12:00 p.m., LIB 407.
UW Retirees Association Fall Reception, Wednesday, September 21, 3:00 p.m., University Club.
Panel: Stories of Refugee Support and Resettlement, Wednesday, September 21, 7:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel Great Hall.
Wednesday, September 21, 7:30 p.m., Velocity Start, SCH 2ndFloor.
FallFarm Market, Thursday, September 22, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., ݮƵ Centre Lower Atrium.
Leather Jacket Day, Thursday, September 22, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., South Campus Hall concourse.
, Thursday, September 22, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ݮƵ Centre Great Hall.
The Writing Centre presents Tri-Agency Scholarships (NSERC, SSHRC, CIHR), Thursday, September 22, 1:00 p.m.
Conversations on Crisis: A FAQ Panel about Migration, Thursday, September 22, 3:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel room 2202.
ResearchTalks event featuring Linda Nazar,"New vistas in electrochemical energy storage," Friday, September 23, 12:00 p.m., QNC 0101.
Knowledge Integration seminar:“Counter-Intuitive Strange Bedfellows”, featuring Mark Rudolph, CEO of justenvironment, Friday, September 23, 2:30 p.m., EV3-1408.
Further Education Boot Camp, Saturday, September 24.
13th Annual Traditional Pow Wow, Saturday, September 24, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., ݮƵ Park West (bandshell area).
School of Planning’s 2016 Induction Ceremony,Saturday, September 24, 9:30 a.m. (reception in EV3 atrium), ceremony at 11:00 a.m., Theatre of the Arts, Modern Languages.
Writing Centre presents Critical Reading and Listening,Monday, September 26, 10:00 a.m.
Monday, September 26, 4:00 p.m., CPH 4333.
The First 1,000 Days: A Crucial Time for Mothers and Children – and the World, Monday, September 26, 7:00 p.m., Balsillie School of International Affairs.
Office of Research United Way Bake Sale, Tuesday, September 27, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or while supplies last, Main Lobby, East Campus 5.
The Writing Centre presents STEM lab reports: Improve your lab report writing, Tuesday, September 27, 1:00 p.m.
Violence, Education and Life Seminar Series, "The Root of Violence,"Tuesday, September 27, 3:00 p.m., E5 6004.
P4E Career Fair 2016,Wednesday, September 28, 10:00 a.m., Manulife Sportsplex.
, Wednesday, September 28, 2:30 p.m., Velocity Start, SCH 2ndFloor.
,Wednesday, September 28, 7:30 p.m., Velocity Start, SCH 2ndFloor.
Fall Farm Market, Thursday, September 29, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., ݮƵ Centre Lower Atrium.
The Equity Officepresents a public lectureby Rachel Alicia Griffin, "Sexual Violence and Compassion," Thursday, September 29, 3:15 p.m., QNC 0101.
The Writing Centre presents Literature reviews for grads (Part B): Writing it, Friday, September 30, 12:00 p.m.
Dealing with our Darknesses: An Anglican-Muslim Conversation about Transgression, Penitence, and Transformation, Friday, September 30, 7:00 p.m., Theatre of the Arts.
Reunion 2016, Saturday, October 1.
AHS Fun Run, Saturday, October 1, 8:30 a.m., B.C. Matthews Hall.
Noon Hour Concert,Tableau & Trio, Wednesday, October 5, 12:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel Chapel.
,Wednesday, October 5, 7:30p.m., Velocity Start, SCH 2ndFloor.
David Sprott Distinguished Lecturefeaturing Jack Kalbfleisch, Emeritus Professor of Biostatistics and Statistics at the University of, Michigan and Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of ݮƵ, “Match making in a Kidney Paired Donation Program,” Thursday, October 6, 4:00 p.m., STC 0040.