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Science Open House promises to be a gem of an event
The 23rdannual Science Open House and Gem & Mineral Show will take place at the Universitythis weekend, featuring more hands-on activities for kids than ever before.
Join the Faculty of Scienceon Saturday, October28for an extravaganza of hands-on science discovery for school-age kids. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday volunteers willfill theScience Teaching Complex (STC) and EITwith opportunities for kidsto explore science.
The always-popular Chemistry Magic Show takes place at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
“This event highlights some of the amazing things science enables us to do. I think that the undergraduate students sharing their passion for science are as excited as our young visitors,” said Heather Neufeld, manager of science outreach for the Faculty of Science. “We have been hosting this event for more than two decades, and every year it is bigger and better.”
There are hundreds of different activities. Visitors can get a souvenir photo of themselves dressed up as scientists, identify plant specimens, and dig up fossilized fish. They will learn about chemistry, genetics, climate change and more.
Older kids can tour Velocity Science labs and meet with UݮƵ students who are taking their science ideas to competitions and turning them into businesses.
The stunningGem and Mineral Show, hosted by the Earth Sciences Museum, will also be open Friday afternoon from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. and all day Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in EIT.
Free parking will be available in Lot C.
Conrad Grebel to install president on Sunday
All are welcome to join the Conrad Grebel University College community as they celebrate the Installation of the College’s eighth President, Marcus Shantz, at the Humanities Theatre inHagey Hall.
Shantz is a graduate of Grebel and the University of ݮƵ with a BA in History and Religious Studies and a minor in Peace and Conflict Studies. Following a term with Mennonite World Conference in Strasbourg, France, he studied law at the University of Toronto, was called to the Bar in 2002, and practiced at Goodmans LLP in Toronto. Before coming to Grebel in October 2017, Marcus served as President of Mercedes Corp. in St. Jacobs.
ճinstallation servicetakes place on Sunday, October 29 at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow at Conrad Grebel.
Remembering Professor Emeritus John Horton
John and Norma Horton on the 25thanniversary of the UWPAT dinner, with Professor Luna Khirfan at left and current School of Planning Director Professor Clarence Woudsma on the right.
A message from the School of Planning., who joined the University in 1961 and retired in September 1996, died October 16.
John Horton was one of the key visionaries that established the School of Planning at the University of ݮƵ, playing an instrumental role in establishing the curriculum and pedagogical direction of the School.Its emergence and current position as one of Canada’s top planning programs is in no small measure a testament to the dedication and unfailing efforts of John Horton.
Educated at Northwestern University, John joined UW in 1961 and was a former Director of the School.Throughout his distinguished academic career, Professor Horton taught and researched in the areas of resource planning, citizen participation and the politics of planning.Not surprisingly, John applied his skills in these areas most effectively as an administrator, driving the creation of the institutions synonymous with the School’s success: among themThe Pragma Council, and the Toronto Alumni Dinner Committee.In retirement since 1996, John had continued to provide inspirational mentorship, guidance, and a direct hand in the continued success of these programs and the School.
John’s contributions to the UW community were vast and unmatched in the nearly 50 year history of the Planning program.In 2011, John’s devotion to the School and University, realized through his association with Pragma Council, was commemorated with the setting of a stone and plaque near the School of Planning building.In 2015, he was invited to return to the head table of the UWPAT dinner, acknowledging his founding role and inspirational mentorship since its inception in 1990.John was a modest, caring, true gentleman whose commitment to students, faculty and staff over many decades was surpassed only by his love and adoration for his family.Thank You John!
Friday's notes
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Friends and colleagues ofProfessor Mary Wellswill be gathering at the University Club today to wish her all the best in her new role at the University of Guelph’s newly renamed College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, effective November 1.
Wells is associate dean of outreach and a professor in mechanical and mechatronics engineering at the University of ݮƵ. She chairs the Ontario Network of Women in Engineering (ONWiE).
Wells joined in the University of ݮƵ in 2007 after a decade at the University of British Columbia.At ݮƵ, Wells chairedtheWomen in Engineering committee, and was involved in numerous programs for girls and women, teachers and parents.
The event takes place at 3:00 p.m. in the University Club.
ճݮƵ Store POP-UP Shopis taking place on November 7 and 8 in the ݮƵ Centre's Multipurpose Room. From door crashers, to exclusive items and returning favourites, the sale will run from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Retail Services hopes to see you there!
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When and where
University of ݮƵ 2017 Gem and Mineral Show, Friday, October 27, 12:00 p.m. to6:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 28, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., EIT 1stand 2ndڱǴǰ.
Halloween Luncheon Buffet, Friday, October 27, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., University Club.
Research Talks Series,featuring Economics Professor Roy Brouwer, Friday, October 27, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., DC 1302. Pleaseregister. Seating is limited.
, Friday October 27, 6:00 p.m., PAC Main Gym
CrySP Speaker Series on Privacy, “,” Lex Gill, The Citizen Lab, Friday, October 27, 2:30 p.m., DC 1304.
Knowledge Integration seminarfeaturingPatricia Melville, Senior Manager, Leadership Development, Bell,“Building Effective Mentoring Relationships”,Friday, October 27, 2:30 p.m., EV3-1408.
Farewell gathering for Mary Wells, Associate Dean, Engineering Outreach. Friday, October 27, 3:00 p.m., University Club.
Science Open House, Saturday, October 28, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., STC.
,Saturday October 28, 12:00 p.m., PAC Main Gym.
Distinguished Lecture Series, “Jeff Ullman, Stanford University, Monday, October 30, 10:30 a.m., QNC 0101.
Exploring Career Pathways, Monday, October 30, 12:30 p.m., TC 1112.
ݮƵ Architecture 50th Anniversary Conversation Series, “Within a more-than-human world, how can the study of building technology interrogate the appropriateness of technology itself?” Monday, October 30, 6:30 p.m., School of Architecture Larry Cummings Lecture Theatre.
Ghostbusters Are Engineers Too: A Film Screening by Women in Engineering, Monday, October 30, 6:30 p.m., Grad House.
NEW -Cryptography seminar, “,” Kenny Paterson, Information Security Group, Royal Holloway, University of London, Tuesday, October 31, 10:30 a.m., DC 1304.
Board of Governors meeting, Tuesday, October 31, 1:30 p.m., NH 3407.
The Writing and Communication Centre presents Research Statements for Academic Job Applications–graduate students only,Tuesday,October 31, 1:30 p.m., TC 1208.
LGBTQ+ Making Spacesworkshop, Wednesday, November 1, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Please register- Seating is limited.
PhD seminar, “,” Parsiad Azimzadeh, David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, Wednesday, November 1, 11:00 a.m., DC 2314.
Department of Music Noon Hour Concert: Bach Suites, Chimera,Wednesday, November 1, 12:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel University College Chapel.
Algorithms and complexity seminar, “,” Sebastian Wild, postdoctoral fellow, David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, Wednesday, November 1, 2:30 p.m., DC 1304.
Faculty of Environment Graduate Program Open House, Wednesday, November 1, 4:30 p.m., EV3 3rdFloor.
, featuring Andrew Feinstein, author, Wednesday, November 1, 7:00 p.m., CIGI Auditorium, 67 Erb St. W.
Lectures in Catholic Experience Special Event, “Dorothy Day: An Intimate Portrait of my Grandmother,”featuring Kate Hennessy, Writer, Granddaughter of Dorothy Day, Wednesday, November 1,7:30 p.m., St. Jerome’s University, Academic Centre Vanstone Lecture Hall. Register in advance at.
Wednesday, November 1, 7:30 p.m., Velocity Start, SCH 2ndFloor.
NEW - Data systems seminar, “,” Aditya Parameswaran, University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign,Thursday, November 2, 10:30 a.m., DC 1302.
NEW - Lectures in Catholic Experience special event, "Dorothy Day: An Intimate Portrait of my Grandmother,"featuring lecturer Kate Hennessy, Thursday, November 2, 10:30 a.m.,St. Jerome’s University, Academic Centre Vanstone Lecture Hall. Register in advance at.
NEW -MME Retirement Reception for Four Professors:GrzegorzGlinka, RobertVarin, DavidWeckmanand JohnWright. Thursday, November 2, 3:00 – 5:30, Columbia Room, Federation Hall. RSVP to Jen Skinner,jen.skinner@uwaterloo.ca.
NEW -, Thursday, November 2, 11:00 a.m., PAC Main Gym.
NEW -Knowledge Integration seminar: “Imagine. Innovate. Build.", speaker: Grayson Bass, Friday, November 3, 2:30 p.m., EV3-1408.
NEW -, Saturday, November 4, 2:30 p.m., CIF Arena.