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Building #ConsentCulture on campus
A message from theSexual Violence Prevention andResponse Office (SVPRO).
In collaboration with post-secondary campuses across Canada, SVPRO – the Sexual Violence Prevention andResponse Office, is bringing awareness to the 2ndԲԳܲwhich runs from September 18 to22. You can check out everythinghappening at UݮƵ!
This week was chosen because the first 6 to8 weeks of the fall semester see a significant increase in sexual violence on post-secondary campuses. This time has been designated the.
This week is an opportunity for our community to engage in conversations, activities, and events focused on consent, boundaries and building consent culture. While this is work we do throughout the year, a dedicated week to consent awareness enables us to intentionally normalize dialogue about consent, enhance nuanced understandings of how to practice it, deepen understandings of how to create healthy relationships with each other, embed consent in our daily practices and highlight the support services available to all campus members.
Or in other words; to enhance our work of collectively building a Consent Culture.
Consent culture is a culture built upon mutual respect, understanding and support. Consent culture ensures no one is forced into anything, respects bodily autonomy, and is based on the belief that a person is always the best judge of their own needs and wants.
Building consent culture includes setting clear boundaries – physical, material, intellectual, emotional, spiritual and sexual boundaries. Boundaries are expectations and needs that help all of us feel safer and more comfortable in our professional and personal relationships.
SVPRO supports all students, staff and faculty on the UݮƵ campus who have experienced or been impacted by sexual violence.For resources, including SVPRO’s new infographic about the Red Zone and information about talking to children about consent,.
For more information about Consent Week, please contact Stacey Jacobss3jacobs@uwaterloo.ca.
Office of Indigenous Relations hosting events in September
A message from the Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR).
As we embark a new academic year, the Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR) is thrilled to invite you to three distinct events. With the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation around the corner, these gatherings are an opportunity for all students, faculty, staff and board members to come together and experience the rich and vibrant community that we live in and honour our shared history.
Here are the events:
Pow Wow 101: September 19- virtual and in-person
Join us forPow Wow 101and immerse yourself in a captivating presentation lead by Gordan Nicotine-Sands, focussing on the significance of “Pow Wow” and its origin in North America and the Great Lakes area. This engaging session will take place both online and in-person at EC5 scheduled for Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 6:00 p.m., and we request that you register in advance for the session. Gordan will also mention what you can expect from this year's Pow Wow at the University bringing us to our next event:
20thAnnual Pow Wow: Saturday, September 23
An inaugural collaboration between the ݮƵ Indigenous Student Centre and OIR, this year’sUnited College Annual Pow Wowis special as we also celebrate the 20thyear of Pow Wow at University of ݮƵ. Another big change this year is that the venue is indoors, at Columbia Ice Field House (CIF). Doors open at 10:00 a.m. and the one-day event will feature vendors, dancers, and singers from the Region of ݮƵ and beyond. This is a non-competition Pow Wow, with a focus on celebrating Indigenous culture and tradition through song, dance, arts, and food. Most importantly, opportunity for Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks from the University of ݮƵ community and beyond to gather and spend time with each other in a beautiful display of indigenization, decolonization, and reconciliation.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:Friday, September 29
On Friday, September 29, join us as we recognize theNational Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We will gather at the B.C. Matthews Hall Green for a Sunrise Ceremony beginning at 7:00 a.m., which will be followed by a Commitment Polishing Ceremony at 10:00 am. The Commitment Polishing Ceremony will include a Cedar Circle and Pipe Ceremony. The day will also include speeches, a walk around Ring Road, a feast, drumming, and round dance at the BMH Green. You can participate in all activities or select the ones that fit your schedule. Pleaseto let us know you are coming and don’t forget to wear an orange shirt to show your support. Orange shirts can be purchase from theand support the Indigenous Student Success Fund.
Celebrating National Postdoc Appreciation Week
A message from Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA).
Happy National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW)! Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs is pleased to invite all postdocs to join in on the events and opportunities this week as we celebrate NPAW for the eighth year. Opportunities include free swag, networking, rock climbing, guided meditation, a lunch and learn, and more! Registration is still open for events.
If you are a postdoc, head over to the National Postdoc Appreciate Week (NPAW)websiteto learn more about the schedule of events and keep an eye on theDaily Bulletinthis week as we share interesting and important information about postdocs each day.
Staff Association nominations for president and director now open
A message from the University of ݮƵ Staff Association (UWSA).
The UW Staff Association is holding its annual elections for director and president positions this term and is asking all members to consider serving the University of ݮƵ staff community by becoming a candidate for either position.
To ensure varied perspectives, the Board of Directors is particularly seeking individuals who can best represent marginalized groups and diverse lived experiences.Anyone interested can attend aninformation session about being a directoron September 19 at 12noon.
The University of ݮƵ Staff Association proudly serves as the official voice of over 3,000 UW employees, advancing staff interests through salary discussions, policy development, committee appointments, and member advocacy. Our 1,700 active members form an independent, democratic organization united by the purpose of championing and supporting staff. Our collective mission is to ensure that we all have a voice in decision making at UW, and to cultivate a progressive work environment where staff feel safe, empowered to grow, and able to thrive.
University of ݮƵ staff with an assigned USG grade areeligible to joinat any time. Anyone who joins by October 1 will be eligible to vote in this year’s elections.
Learn more about theUWSAand the elections
Senate meets today; Consent Awareness Week tip; and other notes
TheUniversity's Senate has its first meeting of the fall term todayat 3:30 p.m. in NH 3407. Among the agenda items:
- A motion to approverevisions to the Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology, effective 1 January 2024;
- A motion to approve the proposed new academic program, Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Aeronautics, effective 1 January 2024;
- A motion toapprove the proposed new academic program, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Aeronautics, effective 1 January 2024;
- A motion toapprove the proposed revisions to the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar (GSAC), effective 1 September 2023;
- A motion toapprove the proposed academic plan revisions to the Diploma in Studies in Islam, for the Faculty of Arts, effective 1 September 2024;
- A motionapprove the proposed new academic plans, Diploma in Restorative Justice, and Restorative Justice Specialization, for the Faculty of Arts, effective 1 September 2024;
- A motionapprove the proposed new academic plan, Social Innovation and Impact Minor, for the Faculty of Arts, effective 1 September 2024;
- A motion to approve the adoption of the new and revised definitions for the undergraduate calendar and the graduate calendar (Glossary of terms), effective 1 September 2023; and
- approve the amendments to the Constitution and By Laws for the Assembly and Faculty Council of the Faculty of Engineering as recommended by the Engineering Faculty Assembly.
There will be updates from the President and the Vice-President, Academic and Provost, as well as a Faculty presentation, this one by Dean of Engineering Dr. Mary Wells.
The Senate's full agenda package, as well as meeting dates and the governing body's membership,can be found on the Secretariat's website.
Elsewhere on campus today, thewill be taking place from2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. inQNC 0101. If you're a current ݮƵ undergraduate studentinterested in exploring quantum technologies to bridge the gap between environmental needs and a sustainable future, this forum is for you. Hosted bywithsupport from QVIL, Angstrom Engineering and Ambature, theevent is open to undergraduates from all faculties, andgraduate students and post-doctoral fellows are also welcome to participate. Participants can enjoy some light refreshments while theylearn, connect and build ideas in support of the.
Here's today'sConsent Awareness Week tip of the day, supplied by the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO):
When thinking about consent it is important to reflect on the power and privilege you hold in various spaces. When someone has more power and privilege than someone else, it makes it difficult for the person with less power and privilege to say no.
Tip:Think about the power and privilege you hold in the various spaces you inhabit (e.g. on campus, in your home, socially with your friends). If you hold power think through how you can make those with less power feel more comfortable and confident making the decisions that are right for them (e.g. tell them you won’t be upset if they say no, set clear boundaries for yourself and ask them what their boundaries are, respect their boundaries).
Link of the day
When and Where
:Season Passes, Black and Gold Alumni Passes and Single Game Tickets now available for the 2023-24 varsity season.
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.
“Exploring Safe Spaces from Black and Racialized resident experiences in UW Campus Housing: An Auto-photography Case Study,”Monday, September 18, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., V1 Great Hall..
Monday, September 18, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., QNC 0101.
Senate meeting, Monday, September 18, 3:30 p.m., NH 3407.
Protecting the Grand River: microplastics and environmental stewardship in the Haldimand Tract, Monday, September 18, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., CIGI.
Innovation Challenge: Imagining the Future of Finance,Tuesday, September 19 to Tuesday, October 1.
Kinesiology Lab Days, 50thanniversary, registration opens Tuesday, September 19.
UWSA Election Info Session: Being a Director, Tuesday, September 19, 12 noon to1:00 p.m., online.
The future of AI lies in trust,Tuesday, September 19, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., online.
Seeing Beyond 2020 campaign cornerstone event,Tuesday, September 19, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., School of Optometry & Vision Science.
Pow Wow Etiquette and 101 Seminar, “Gordon Nicotine-Sands: Pow Wow 101,” Tuesday, September 19, 6:00 p.m., QNC 1501/Zoom.
Math+X Inter-Faculty Research Workshop, Wednesday, September 20, 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., DC 1301/1304.
Emerging Voices in Black Games Studies,Wednesday, September 20, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., EC1 1323.
, Wednesday, September 20, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Arts Quad.
Speak Your Peace: Exploring Questions of Justice and Peace Together,Thursday, September 21, to Thursday, September 28,9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Conrad Grebel University College upper atrium.Please notethe new dates.
UW Farm Market - Toonie Picnic, Thursday, September 21, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., BMH Green.
Researching Gender in History, Thursday, September 21,11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Zoom.
,Thursday, September 21, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., location TBA.
United Way Campaign Kick-off Social,Thursday, September 21, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., Fed Hall.
Key Clues Kick-Off Event, Thursday, September 21, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., DC 1301.
,Thursday, September 21, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., location TBA.
, Friday, September 22, 8:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., CIGI Auditorium,67 Erb Street West, ݮƵ.
Writing and Communication Centre Scholarship Research Proposal Drop-In,Friday, September 22, 1:00 p.m. to3:00 p.m.,GSA lounge (SLC 3216). No registration required.
,Friday, September 22, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., location TBA.
Sharma LecturefeaturingJonothan Tsou, “Psychiatry and Epistemic Justice,”Friday, September 22,social: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Hagey Hall,room 335, talk: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Hagey Hall, room 373.
,Friday, September 22, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., location TBA.
Applications close forDissertation Boot Camp, Friday, September 22, 5:00 p.m. Dissertation Boot Camp runs from Tuesday, October 24 to Friday, October 27.
NEW -,Saturday, September 23 to Friday, September 29,Ken Seiling ݮƵ Region Museum.
ݮƵ Pharmacy Alumni CE Saturday 2023,Saturday, September 23, 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
20th Annual Pow Wow,Saturday, September 23, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., CIF/Field House.
Black Virtuality, Monday, September 25, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., EC1 1323.
Monday, September 25, 11:00 a.m., DC 1302 and.
NEW - Pollinator garden planting event,Wednesday, September 27 11:00 a.m. to1:00 p.m. (EDT),parking lot between DWE and SCH.
UWSA June 28 staff debrief session, Wednesday, September 27, 12 noon, in-person and online offerings.
Black and Gold Fest: ݮƵ Region Alumni Chapter Trivia Night,Wednesday, September 27, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., The Jazz Room at the Huether Hotel.
English Conversation Circles begin, Wednesday, September 27 and Thursday, September 28, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., SCH 228F. Registration required.
Lectures in Catholic Experience Presents Bishop Donald Bolen, Thursday, September 28, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., St. Jerome's University Notre Dame chapel.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on campus, Friday, September 29, 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., BMH Green.
, Saturday,September 30.
When and Where to get support
Check out the support listings for faculty, staff and students.
PhD oral defences
Physics and Astronomy.Stefanie Beale, “Modeling and managing noise in quantum error correction.” Supervisors, Dr. Ray Laflamme, Dr. Joel Wallman. Please visit the Faculty of ScienceThesis Submission Noticeswebsite for details on requesting a copy. Oral defence Friday, September 22, 9:00 a.m., Physics Building (PHY) Room 308 and remote.
Chemical Engineering.Bo Xu, "Dynamic Latent Structured Data Analytics for Process Modeling and Monitoring." Supervisors. Dr.Qinqin Zhu, Dr.Hector Budman. Thesis available via Sharepoint - to receive a viewing link reach out to the Administrative Coordinator, PhD ateng.phd@uwaterloo.ca. Oral defence Monday, October 2, 9:00 a.m., remote.
Civil & Environmental Engineering.Hongren Shen, "Rethinking the Split-Sample Approach in Hydrological Model Calibration." Supervisor, Dr. Bryan Tolson. Thesis available via Sharepoint - to receive a viewing link reach out to the Administrative Coordinator, PhD ateng.phd@uwaterloo.ca. Oral defence Monday, October 2, 12:30 p.m., E2 2350.