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Oh, the Humanities! Faculty of Arts convocation takes place today
The Faculty of Arts will host three convocation ceremonies today.1,238 undergraduates, 221 Master's, and 20 PhD candidates will receive their degrees.
You canwatch the Convocation livestreambeginning at 10:00 a.m. today.
10:00 a.m.
Seana Bridget McKennawill receive anHonorary Doctor of Lettersand address convocation.McKenna is a Canadian artist and director in theatre, television, and film. She has been a member of the Stratford Festival for 30 seasons, performing in over 50 roles. McKenna is a Member of the Order of Canada and is the recipientof three Dora Awards, a Jessie Award, and a Genie Award. McKenna shows great versatilityin her roles and has challenged conventional Shakespearean theatre norms as one of onlya few female performers to take on the roles of Richard III, Lear, and Julius Caesar. She has also received the Tyrone Guthrie Award in recognition of her contributions to mentorship.
Sharon Lamontwill be namedHonorary Member of the University.A ݮƵ alumna, Sharon Lamont’s (BA, ’80) career spanned four decades, culminating in a Library senior leadership position and other noteworthy University-level achievements. During her career, Sharon’s leadership and contributions to the Library, community and philanthropy advanced the University’s progress toward building aculture of inclusivity and excellence. Lamont’s leadership extended across campus, notably with the ݮƵ Staff Association, United Way staff campaign and Joint Health and Safety Committee. One of her key achievements was leading the Library to Silver Certification from Excellence Canada. Sharon retired in May 2021 after nearly 40 years of service.
ղ徱ٴǰThomass Muirwill deliver the valedictory address.
Sabrina Rose Romano,Bachelor of Global Business and Digital Arts, Honours Global Business and Digital Arts graduate, will receive theGovernor General's Academic Silver Medal, which isawarded to students with the highest standing in an undergraduate degree program.
2:30 p.m.
Dr. John Borrowswill receive anHonorary Doctor of Lettersand address convocation.Dr. Borrows is a member of the ChippewasofNawash First Nation in Ontario and is professor and Loveland Chair of Indigenous Law at the University of Toronto.He is an internationally recognized scholar of Indigenous legal rights. Borrows is an Officer of the Order of Canada.He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, a Trudeau Fellow, and a Killam Prize and Molson Prize recipient. He also received the Indigenous Peoples Counsel designation from the Indigenous Bar Association for honour and integrity in service to Indigenous peoples, the National Aboriginal Achievement Award in Law and Justice, and the Governor General’s Innovation Award.
Dr. Joanne Woodwill be namedDistinguished Professor Emeritus.Dr. Joanne Wood retired as professor from the Department of Psychology after 33 years of service. Wood is recognized as one of the foremost experts in the world for understanding how personality influences relationships – particularly how self-esteem and agreeableness in one partner affect interpersonal interactions and relationshipquality. She is also an expert on self-disclosure.In recognition of her work, she has received the Faculty of Arts Award for Excellence in Research and two University of ݮƵ Outstanding Performance Awards. She is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science, the American Psychological Association – Division 8, and the Society for Personality and Social Psychology.
Dr. Lorne Dawsonwill be namedDistinguished Professor Emeritus.Dr. Lorne Dawson retired as professor fromthe departments of Religious Studies as well as Sociology and Legal Studies. During his tenure at ݮƵ, he served as Chair for each department. Dawson is a Research Fellow at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and a Senior Associate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (University of Toronto). He is best known for his contributions to the fields of sociology of religion, and more recently, for his work on terrorism and the process of radicalization that leads to violence. In 2012, he co-founded the Canadian Network for Research on Terrorism, Security, and Society, funded by SSHRC and several government agencies.
ղ徱ٴǰArjun Jainwill deliver the valedictory address.
6:30 p.m.
Dr. Debra Peplerwill receive anHonorary Doctor of Lettersand address convocation.Dr. Pepler received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of ݮƵand is a registered psychologist in Ontario.She is a Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Psychology at York University and a Senior Adjunct Scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children. As a clinical and research psychologist, she has contributed to psychology through her groundbreaking work in bullying, aggression, and other forms of violence experienced by marginalized youth. Her work has changedhow professionals understand the frequency, intensity, and impacts of children’s experiences of aggression and violence, helping to shape and inform Canadian public policy on violence reduction within schools.
ղ徱ٴǰAmmar Kamranwill deliver the valedictory address.
Restorative justice in education event coming up
Join Conrad Grebel University College and Renison University Collegefor a community gathering to connect and reflect on Restorative Justice in schools and classrooms, and to celebrate the launch of Renison University College professor Dr. Crystena Parker-Shandal’s most recent publication, Restorative Justice in Education: Liberating Students’ Voices Through Relational Pedagogy.
The event will take place Tuesday, June 20 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with doors opening at 4:00 p.m. in the Conrad Grebel University College Great Hall.
The event will feature restorative justice practitioners, educators, academics, community members, and students to discuss restorative justice in education—focusing on kindergarten through grade 12, higher education, and the community.
Complimentary parking and refreshments provided.
RSVP by Friday,June 16.
WatITis conference issues initial call for proposals
A message from the WatITis conference organizers.
We are pleased to announce the annualWatITisconference will be held on Wednesday, December6. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the University of ݮƵ systems, projects, andbusiness initiatives enabled bytechnology.Do notmiss it!
2023 marks the 20thanniversary of the conference, and we hope to have a special session to commemorate the occasion.
We encourage and invite all staff members at ݮƵto activelyparticipateas aspeaker,orpanel participant.This conference is made for you, by you!
You may be asked to attend a brief speaker meeting prior to the conference to discuss presentation materials, expectations, andlogistics.
For thehybridformat of theWatITisconference this year, we will continue to follow public healthguidelines set by the University.We expect most of the participation to be in person based on feedback and past attendance.
Submission deadline
ʱsubmita brief synopsis of your topic or idea forapresentationorpanelbyJuly7to theconference website.
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If you have any questions, please contactthe conferenceorganizersatwatitis@uwaterloo.ca.
To learn more aboutWatITis, .
Thank you and we look forward to your participation!
Thursday's notes
"Speak like a Scholarstarts today!"says a note from the Writing and Communication Centre. "Here are some tips to get you started!"
"Don’t start in PowerPoint! Instead, spend some time thinking about who your audience is and what you want them to do, understand, or believe by the end of the presentation. For most presentations, you can really only get one big idea across, so take the time to figure out which message is the most important to you and your audience.
Additionally, the WCC helpfully notes that there's only one day until Rock your Thesis: Plan your project begins. "Finishing up your coursework and starting to think about your thesis or dissertation?" WCC asks."Start preparing for your thesis or dissertation with us tomorrow!"
Reminder: change your WatIAM password if you haven't already
The deadline for employees to change their WatIAM passwords has passed and accounts will begin to be locked. If you have been locked out, please contactInformation Systems and Technology (IST)or your Faculty IT helpdesk to regain access. Students and alumni must change their WatIAM passwords by June 22.
Link of the day
When and Where
is now open.
Spring and Summer camps available for Boys and Girls ages 5-18. Baseball, Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Hockey and Multi-Sport and Games..
Fitness andPersonal Training -Registrations now open forand, as well as a.
Student Health Pharmacyin the basement of the ݮƵ Centre is now offering Covidbooster shots (Pfizer and Moderna)and flu shots. Call 519-746-4500 or extension 33784 for an appointment. Walk-ins always welcome.
, Thursday, June 15, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., UTD 164.
Thursday,June 15, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., UTD 164.
Garlic Mustard Pull, Thursday, June 15, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., DWE parking lot.
, Friday, June 16, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., SLC Lower Atrium Multipurpose Room.
Rock Your Thesis Part 1: Plan your Project, Friday, June 16, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Engineering presents Discover the Power of Leadership with Rola Dagher, Friday, June 16, 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., E7 event space, 2ndFloor Engineering 7.
Lupina Foundation Postdoctoral Research showcase, Monday, June 19, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., HH 373.
, Monday, June 19, 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., DC Green.
Senate meeting, Monday, June 19, 3:30 p.m., NH 3407.
Sustainable Aviation with Dr. Suzanne Kearns, Tuesday, June 20, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., E7 4043.
Dr. Kayla Murphy andRobin Stadelbauer: Land and Territory Acknowledgements, Tuesday, June 20, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., EXP 1689.
WISE Public Lecture,“Understanding the potential and challenges of DERs in Chile” by Daniel Eduardo Olivares Quero, Associate Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Sciences, and Director, Center for Energy Transition (CENTRA), Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez (UAI)., Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., EIT Third floor 3142., In-person andon Zoom.today.
Polishing the Eagle Feather, Tuesday, June 20, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., BMH courtyard.
,Tuesday, June 20, 3:00 p.m., Grad House.
Retirement celebration for Tina Roberts, Tuesday, June 20, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., GEDI (East Campus 5, 2nd floor).Registration form.
Restorative Justice in Education,Tuesday, June 20, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (doors open at 4:00 p.m., Conrad Grebel University College Great Hall.by June 16.
Food Truck Wednesdaybrought you by UW 2025 ݮƵ, Wednesday, June 21, 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Arts Quad.
Universal Design for Learning & Wellbeing - Reflections and Pathways Forward,Wednesday, June 21,1:00 p..m to2:30 p.m.
Land Skills for Wellness and Sustainability Project,,Wednesday, June 21, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Queer Trivia Night,Wednesday, June 21, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., SLC main floor multipurpose room.
Deadline to change your WatIAM password, Thursday, June 22..
, Thursday, June 22, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., UTD 164.
, Thursday, June 22, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m, Glow office, SLC.
Graduate Studies Fair 2023, Thursday, June 22, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Engineering Event space (E7 second floor).
, Thursday, June 22, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Laurel Creek fire pit.
, Sunday, June 25, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bike Fair, Tuesday, June 27, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Arts Quad.
, Tuesday, June 27, 3:00 p.m., Grad House.
Food Truck Wednesdaybrought you by UW 2025 ݮƵ, Wednesday, June 28, 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Arts Quad.
, Wednesday, June 28, 1:30 p.m., Grad House Green.
Ozhawa Anung Kwe/Yellow Star Woman (Teddy Syrette): 2Spirit & LGBTQ+ Pride, Thursday, June 29, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon,Faculty of Health Expansion Building, Room 1689.
Rock Your Thesis 2: Starting to write, Friday, June 30, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
NEW - Canada Day holiday, Monday, July 3, most University operations closed.
NEW -Food Truck Wednesdaybrought you by UW 2025 ݮƵ,Wednesday, July 5, 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Arts Quad.
NEW -2SLGBTQ+ faculty and staff social, Thursday, July 6, 3:30 p.m.,LHS 1646.
NEW -, Friday, July 7, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., SLC Student Lounge.
NEW -Dissertation Boot Camp, Tuesday, July 11, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
NEW -SOMMeRS: Southern Ontario Medical MicroRobotics Symposium, Tuesday, July 11, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Engineering 7 second floor.
NEW -, Tuesday, July 11, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
NEW -, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, July 15.
When and Where to get support
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