- Pivot-RP: search for funding and register for training
- Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, and ݮƵ faculty, staff and retirees want you to join in the fun
- The staff computer payroll deduction program doesn't byte, we promise
- Q and A with the experts: Long COVID
- SAF professors elected co-presidents of Northern Finance Association
- Monday's notes
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Pivot-RP: search for funding and register for training
A message from the Office of Research.
Looking for award and grant information?Pivot-RP is a searchable databaseof research funding opportunities for ݮƵ researchers.Learn more about Pivot-RPso you can.
Helpful training videos can be found on the.
Faculty members are strongly encouraged toset up an account(claim your profile) so Pivot-RP will automatically generate funding opportunities that match users’ research interests without researchers having to set up specific searches. Researchers can also use their profiles to network with other Pivot-RP users.
ճٰԾԲworkshops—one for faculty members and two for administrative staff—are scheduled throughout winter term. For more information about the training sessions and to register, please visit thePivot-RP training貹.
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, and ݮƵ faculty, staff and retirees want you to join in the fun
A message from the Office of Advancement.
We want you to meet some of our Giving Tuesday challenge champions – the ݮƵ leaders, faculty, staff and retirees who have generously given their charitable support to inspire others in our community to get involved. In total, 35 Giving Tuesday challenges can unlock up as much as $139,000 in additional support for ݮƵ.
to decide which challenge (or challenges!) you’ll support. Then return tomorrow to make your gift and follow along with the action in real time. See you there.
The staff computer payroll deduction program doesn't byte, we promise
A message from W Store.
Did you know that W Store offers UݮƵ regular, full-time employees the option to purchase new computers and have this purchase deducted from your pay? This is a great way to get what you need now and pay for it over time.
W Store can source many of the most popular brands, like Asus, Dell, HP and Lenovo, in addition to a variety of accessories to meet your technology needs.
If you are interested in learning more about this program, how it works and the payment options, please connect with John Jaray directly atjohn.jaray@uwaterloo.caor 46389.
Q and A with the experts: Long COVID
The University of ݮƵ has a number of experts available to speak about issues relating to COVID-19.
LongCOVIDsymptoms are believed to affect about 10 per cent of those infected and can last from weeks to months. What symptoms persist in people withlongCOVID, and how can these be treated?,a pharmacy professor at the University of ݮƵ, provides answers to these and other questions.
What islongCOVID?
There was a review recently published in the journaland a feature by thehighlightingthe broad range of research in this new and evolving diagnosis.LongCOVIDand “post-COVID-19 condition” are being used to describe the range of symptoms that can persist for weeks or months after aCOVID-19 infection. We’re learning aboutlongCOVID, and different organizations define it in different ways. Here in Canada, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has definedlongCOVIDas symptoms that persist or recur for weeks after an acuteCOVID-19 infection.
PHAC further breakslongCOVIDinto “short term,” lasting from four to 12 weeks and “long-term,” lastinglonger than 12 weeks. PHAC sayslongCOVIDsymptoms limit a person’s ability to return to baseline levels of functioning and increase the use of healthcare. Emerging research suggestslongCOVIDcan develop in those who had severe or mildCOVID-19 infection and even those who were asymptomatic or did not experience any symptoms of aCOVID-19 infection.
What symptoms persist in people withlongCOVID?
LongCOVIDhas a wide range of symptoms that can affect different body systems. Effects on the brain can include cognitive impairment or brain fog. Heart symptoms can include chest pain and palpitations. Lung symptoms can include breathlessness, shortness of breath and cough.
Other symptoms include muscle weakness and joint pain; stomach and intestinal symptoms such as diarrhea; psychological effects like mood swings; and sensory symptoms such as changes to smell or taste.Although over 200 symptoms have been reported, the most common symptoms are fatigue or extreme tiredness.The symptoms can wax and wane, improving or worsening with time.LongCOVIDcan have real impacts, with some people struggling to return to normal daily activities such as dressing or bathing and may not be able to take care of other family members. Others may find it difficult to work.
How common isLongCOVID?
There are many different estimates for how many people have been affected withlongCOVID. The World Health Organization estimates that one in four people who hadCOVIDwill have symptoms for at least one-month post-infection, and one in 10 people will have symptoms for 12 weeks or more.In Ontario, 57,000 to 78,000 people are estimated to have or have hadlong COVID.
People who are overweight or obese, female, older, or who have a more severeCOVID-19 infection appear to be at higher risk oflongCOVID.Vaccinations againstCOVID-19 reduce the risk oflongCOVIDby reducing the likelihood of infection.Some studies indicate that people with a higher number of underlying medical conditions have greater odds of not returning to their pre-COVID-19 level of functioning.
How canlongCOVIDbe treated?
Treatment forlongCOVIDis usually symptom-based.For example, if a person presents with symptoms related to the heart, then investigations for the specific heart-related cause will be implemented, and an appropriate treatment strategy is initiated for the specific heart-related cause.In some cases, people withlongCOVIDwill be advised to stop smoking or avoid extremes in temperature if they present with symptoms related to the lungs.People withlongCOVIDmay be asked to rest for certain symptoms, while medications may be initiated for other symptoms.Research for understandinglongCOVIDand why so many systems are affected is ongoing.Until we have a deeper understanding that allows us to design specific treatments, treatment will be based on symptoms.
Dr. Patel is a Clinical Associate Professor in the School of Pharmacy. Dr.Patel’s research interests are in pharmacotherapeutic management of neurological conditions, in particular dementia, epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
Her current research interests include the assessment, classification and management of drug related problems in persons presenting with cognitive impairment as well as the frail elderly in primary care settings with a particular focus on medication management capacity and adherence to medications.
SAF professors elected co-presidents of Northern Finance Association
By Patty Mah. This article was originally published on the School of Accounting and Finance website.
Two finance professors from the School of Accounting and Finance at the University of ݮƵ have been elected co-presidents of the Northern Finance Association (NFA). Associate professors of finance, Blake Phillips and James Thompson were elected at the NFA annual general meeting held this past September. The NFA is a Canadian-based association of researchers in the field of finance.
Professor Phillipsreceived his PhD in finance from the University of Alberta, where he also attained a master’s degree in forestry and an MBA in international business. Prof. Phillips is also the Co-Director of Canada’s first integratedSustainability and Financial Management undergraduate program. He teaches undergraduate sustainability and finance courses and has research interests in wealth management and investor behaviour.
Professor Thompsonreceived his PhD in economics from Queen’s University, where he also attained a master’s degree in economics, finance specialization. Prof. Thompson is the Co-Director of Canada’s first integratedComputing and Financial Management undergraduate program. He teaches both undergraduate and graduate finance courses with research interests in financial stability, banking, and financial contracting.
Research by both associate professors has appeared in top economics and finance journals such as Quarterly Journal of Economics, Review of Asset Pricing Studies, Journal of Banking and Finance, and Journal of Corporate Finance. Their research findings have been profiled in popular media, including the Financial Times, Bloomberg Business, The Economist, CBC News, and CTV Provincewide.
“Our organization exists to grow and spotlight finance research in Canada, where we support academics in Universities, policy institutions and industry. It is an honour to be elected to lead the organization at a time of heightened uncertainty and change, both from within our academic field, and within University education as a whole.” - James Thompson
The Northern Finance Association hosts annual meetings and conferences for finance academics, professionals, and PhD students from North America and around the world to hear and present the latest research in all areas of finance. The School of Accounting and Finance hosted this year’s virtual conference with a keynote on the need for US treasuries to be reformed presented by Darrell Duffie, a professor of finance at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University.
Monday's notes
The ݮƵ Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) haslaunched a newQuantum Nano Collision (QNC) Seminar Seriesto deepen the engagement of the ݮƵ researchers who work at the interface of quantum and nanotechnologies. This seminar series will also provide opportunities for senior graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and research associates to present their innovative work along with the faculty members to bring together the excitement around these cutting-edge technologies that would shape our future.
"What are yourquestions about returning to work on campus?"asks the University of ݮƵ Staff Association (UWSA). "Send them to UWSA, and then join them at the next Area Reps meeting on December 9 from 12:00 to 1:00 to hear your questions answered."
At the upcoming meeting,Marilyn Thompson, Associate Provost, Human ResourcesԻKate Windsor, Director of Safetywill give a presentation entitled.UWSA has set up awhere you can anonymously enter your questions about returning to campus. Questions can be submitted up to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 2.
"Your UWSA will send the questions to Thompson and Windsor a week before the Area Rep meeting so that they can compile answers to your questions," says the UWSA."On December 9, they will answer the pre-submitted questions – and maybe take some additional live questions if we have time.If you are available, set aside the time in your calendar and join us. Everyone is welcome."
Upcoming office closure
Student Financial Services will be closedtoday from10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.for a staff retirement party.
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When and Where to get support
Studentscan visit theStudent Success Officeonline for supports including academic development, international student resources, immigration consulting,leadership development, exchange and study abroad, and opportunities to get involved.
Instructorslooking for targeted support for developing online components for blended learning courses, transitioning remote to fully online courses, revising current online courses, and more please visitAgile Development | Centre for Extended Learning | University of ݮƵ (uwaterloo.ca).
Բٰܳٴǰcan visit theto get support on adapting their teaching and learning plans for an online environment.
are available within your course in LEARN to help you build and edit your content and assignment pages quickly.
The following workshops, webinars, and events are offered by the KL team (CTE, CEL, ITMS, LIB):
- ,self-directed, continuous self-enrollmentcourse in LEARN.
- Independent Blended Course Design(iBlend), self-directed, ongoing
- Copyright Overview for ݮƵ Instructors and Staff-self-directed, continuous self-enrollmentcourse in LEARN.
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IntegratingPebblePadRetreat (IPR) -Setting up your Winter 2022PebblePadAssignments and Activities (CTE 7531)- December 7, 1:00 p.m.
Employeescanto help them work remotely, includingmanaging University records and privacy of personal information.Here are sometips for staying healthywhile working from home.
Stay informedabout COVID cases on campus byconsulting the COVID case tracker.
ճhas virtual services and programs to helpundergrads,grad students, postdocsԻfaculty memberswith academic writing.
- Meet with writing advisors inone-to-one appointmentsto brainstorm, draft, revise, and polish. No time for an appointment? Tryemail tutoring for undergrads.
- Beat isolation and make writing progress at weeklyVirtual Writing Cafés for grad students and faculty orPJ-Friendly Writing Groups for Undergrads.
- Take anonline workshopor apply to our popularDissertation Boot Campprogram.
- Faculty can requestcustom in-class workshopsfor their courses, or the WCC can facilitate anyexisting workshopsfor student groups.
Co-op studentscanget help finding a joband find supports to successfully work remotely, develop new skills, access wellness and career information, and contact a co-op or career advisor.
ճCentre for Career Action (CCA)is offering some. The Tatham Centreisopen with front-desk support, limited in-person appointments and co-op consults.Services are also available virtually.Book an appointmentorwith our Client Support Team. The CCA is here to help.
If you feel overwhelmed or anxious and need to talk to somebody, please contact theUniversity’s Campus Wellness services, eitherHealth Servicesor Counselling Services. You can also contact the University'sCentre for Mental Health Research and Treatment.Good2Talkis a post-secondary student helplineavailable to all students.
Whilethe Librarycontinues to focus on digital resources andconsultations, our spaces are open for the fall term. Dana Porter Library is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Davis Centre Library is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.for drop-in individual study space,bookableindividual study rooms,drop-in access to computers and printers, book pick-up servicesand IST Help Desk support.Special Collections & Archivesand theGeospatial Centrewill be accessibleby appointment.Library staff are available for questions viaAsk us.Full detailsoncurrent services and hours are available ontheLibrary’sCOVID-19 Update webpage.
ճFaculty Association of the University of ݮƵ (FAUW)continues to advocate for its members.for more information.
ճUniversity of ݮƵ Staff Association (UWSA)continues to advocate for its members.Check out the UWSA blogfor more information.
The Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO)supports all members ofthe University of ݮƵcampuscommunitywho have experienced, or been impacted, by sexual violence.This includes all students, staff,facultyand visitorsonthemain campus, the satellite campuses, and at the affiliated and federated ݮƵ Institutes and Colleges.For support, email:svpro@uwaterloo.caor visit theSVPRO website.
ճOffice of Indigenous Relationsis a central hub that provides guidance, support, and resources to all Indigenous and non-Indigenous campus community members and oversees the University's Indigenization strategy.
ճݮƵ Indigenous Student Centre, based at St. Paul’s University College,provides support and resources for Indigenous students, and educational outreach programs for the broader community, including lectures, and events.
WUSA supports for students:
Peer support - MATES, Glow Centre, RAISE, Women’s Centre -Visitto book an appointment either in person or online for the Fall term!
Food Support Servicefood hampersare currently available from the Turnkey Desk 24/7 in the ݮƵ Centre. Drop off locations are also open again in SLC, DC, DP, SCH and all residences.
Co-op Connectionall available online. Checkfor more details.
Centre for Academic Policy Support-CAPS is here to assistݮƵ undergraduates throughout their experience in navigating academic policy in the instances of filing petitions, grievances and appeals. Please contact them atcaps@wusa.ca..
WUSA Student Legal Protection Program-Seeking legal counsel can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time facing a legal issue.The legal assistance helpline provides quick access to legal advice in any area of law, including criminal. Just call1-833-202-4571.
is a confidential mental health and wellness service that connects students with qualified counsellors 24/7. They can be reached at1-833-628-5589.
When and Where (but mostly when)
(Online Fitness).
Warriors vs. LaurierBloodDonation Battle. Join your fellow Warriors, donatebloodand help us win theBloodBattle against Laurier for a second year in a row.or add the PFL code: UNIV960995 to your account if you have ablood.ca account already. Questions? ContactWarriorsInfo@uwaterloo.ca.
Drop-in toWarrior Virtual Study Hallson Wednesdays from5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Come together in this virtual space to set goals and work independently or in groups each week.
continues to offervirtual events and workshopsto help students practice their English language skills.
Quantum Nano Collision Seminar Series: Professor Na Young Kim, Monday, November 29, 4:00 p.m.
WaterLeadership:Improving Bibliometrics for Early Career Researchers, presented byLaura Bredahl,Tuesday, November 30, 1:00 p.m.
Quantum Valley Investments®Problem Pitch Finals, Tuesday, November 30, 7:00 p.m., Zoom.
W3+ presentsShop & Plan Meals Like a Dietitian, Wednesday, December 1, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m.,online.
CPI Talk - Data Breaches and Multiple Points to Stop Them, Wednesday, December 1, 6:00 p.m.
Indigenous Speakers Series presents Jean Teillet, Thursday, December 2, 12 noon.
Decolonizing Qualitative Approaches, Thursday, December 2, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.
‘It Takes a Village’: Mentorship in Health, Sport, and Leisure Studies, virtualHallman LectureFriday, December 3, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. byShaw-Mannell Leisure Research Awardrecipient for 2021, Dr. Lucie Thibault, Professor and Dean of Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities keynote eventfeaturingChris Downey, Friday, December 3, 1:30 p.m. to2:30 p.m..
NEW - UWSA presentsSteady State Q&A,Thursday, December 9, 12 noon until 1:00 p.m., via.Submissions (webform)will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. onThursday, December 2.