Employee Event Calendar From May 1 to June 30, 2019
May
Beginner's Guide to Creating Virtual Reality Experiences Fri., May 3 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Vizualization Classroom (EL1441) Find out how to create interactive 360-degree tours in this hands-on workshop.Sign up.
Beginner's Guide to 360-Degree Cameras: Storytelling in 360-Degree with Photos and Videos Mon., May 6 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Visualization Classroom (EL1441) Learn how to use 360-degree cameras (Ricoh Theta V, GoPro Fusion and Vuze 3D 360 4K VR video camera) to create highly immersive environments for education.Register.
Using Google Docs Tues., May 7 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to set headers and footers, hyperlinks, insert comments and suggestions, wrap text, view previous versions, and add a table of contents.Register.
Two-Factor Authentication Tues., May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Main Street Get help with enabling two-factor authentication on your Google account and ask questions about authenticator apps and keys.More.
3D Sculpting with Oculus Medium Tues., May 7 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Experience Lab (EL1355) Learn how to create 3D sculptures in virtual reality using the Oculus Rift headset and Oculus Medium application.Sign up.
George Canyon with Doc Walker, Charlie Major and Manny Blu Tues., May 7 from 8 to 10 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall George Canyon rose to become one of Canada’s hottest country music stars in the early 2000s and has won countless accolades and awards.Tickets.
Welcome Event for the President and Vice-Chancellor Wed., May 8 from 10:30 a.m. to noon — Ross Glen Hall The Board of Governors invites the MRU community to attend a welcome event for President and Vice-Chancellor Tim Rahilly, PhD. YYCFoodTrucks will be on campus following the event.
The Mapping and Kairos Blanket Exercise Thurs., May 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Lincoln Park Room (J301) Developed in collaboration with Indigenous elders, knowledge keepers and educators, the Kairos Blanket Exercise program is a unique, participatory history lesson.Register.
Celebrate! Teaching and Learning at MRU Thurs., May 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Ross Glen Hall Honour and be inspired by our collective work in the pursuit of MRU’s vision: an exceptional undergraduate educational experience.Register.
Wills and Estate Planning Seminar Thurs., May 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Calgary Zoo (Safari Lodge) Presented by Development and Alumni Relations, this free will and estate planning seminar hosted by the Canadian Association of Gift Planners is open to all.Register.
Creating a Quiz Using Google Forms Fri., May 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104 Learn how to create a simple quiz using Google Forms.Register.
Revv52: Legacy Fri., May 10 at 8 p.m.; Sat., May 11 at 2 and 8 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall The Calgary-based performance ensemble that entertains, inspires and energizes performs at MRU.Tickets.
Mahler 5
Sun., May 12 at 7:30 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
The Calgary Youth Orchestra performs Symphony No. 5 by Gustav Mahler.Tickets.
Empowering Indigenization Symposium Mon., May 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Wright Theatre; Tues., May 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Visualization Classroom (EL1441) Attend this learning and sharing event for those interested in Indigenization at MRU and beyond.Register.
Frontline Fundamentals
Tues., May 14 from 10 to 11 a.m. — T104
Learn how to submit, track and escalate requests with Frontline.Register.
Protecting Yourself Against Cybercrime
Wed., May 15 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — E204 This informative workshop gives you all the tools you need to keep you and your family cybersafe.Register.
Beginner's Guide to Virtual and Augmented Reality Wed., May 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Vizualization Classroom (EL1441) Explore virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality. Learn about the Library Experience Lab, available library services, headsets, 360 cameras, types of content and how to integrate this technology into your classes and research.Register.
Frontline Fundamentals Wed., May 15 from 1 to 2 p.m. — T104 Learn how to submit, track and escalate requests with Frontline.Register.
Liberal Education Conference Thurs., May 16 to Sat., May 18 — The Westin Calgary Papers are being sought on the theme of liberal education in the age of automation.Details and register.
Advanced Excel Formulas Thurs., May 16 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to create a selection of advanced formulas in Excel.Register.
Create a Google Form with Sections Tues., May 21 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to create a Google Form with multiple sections.Register.
Staff Appreciation BBQ Thurs., May 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — MRU Faculty Centre (W315) Patio Hosted by the Mount Royal Faculty Association, this annual apprecian BBQ is open to all University staff and faculty.
Frontline Fundamentals Thurs., May 23 from 2 to 3 p.m. — T104 Sign up to learn the basics of submitting, tracking and escalating requests with Frontline.Register.
Frontline Fundamentals Fri., May 24 from 9 to 10 a.m. — T104 This session will teach you how to submit, track and escalate requests with Frontline.Register.
Massage Therapy Research Day Tues., May 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. — Ideas Lounge (EL1270) Massage Therapy students showcase their research projects and discuss how massage affects a variety of health conditions.
Leading and Implementing Change Wed., May 29 and Fri., May 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Location available upon registration Learn practical strategies and techniques for creating a change management plan and executing it throughout the change management life cycle.More information and to register.
Creating a Mail List Using Google Groups Wed., May 29 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to create a mailing list in Google Groups.Register.
Beginner's Guide to 360-Degree Cameras: Storytelling in 360-Degree with Photos and Videos Wed., May 29 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Visualization Classroom (EL1441) Learn how to use 360-degree cameras (Ricoh Theta V, GoPro Fusion and Vuze 3D 360 4K VR video camera) to create highly immersive environments for education.Register.
3D Sculpting with Oculus Medium Thurs., May 30 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Experience Lab (EL1355) Learn how to create 3D sculptures in Virtual Reality using the Oculus Rift headset and Oculus Medium application.Sign up.
June
Beginner's Guide to Creating Virtual Reality Experiences Mon., June 3 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Vizualization Classroom (EL1441) Find out how to create interactive 360-degree tours in this hands-on workshop.Register.
Spring Convocation Wed., June 5 at 2 p.m.; Thurs., June 6 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Fri., June 7 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. — Triple Gym Graduands and their guests are invited to attend Spring Convocation.Learn more.
Using Google Slides Thurs., June 6 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104 Learn how to make a presentation using Google Slides.Register.
Beginner's Guide to Virtual and Augmented Reality Fri., June 7 from noon to 1:30 p.m. — Vizualization Classroom (EL1441) Explore virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality. Learn about the Library Experience Lab, available library services, headsets, 360 cameras, types of content and how to integrate this technology into your classes and research.Register.
Using Google Forms Tues., June 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104 Create an interactive form using Google Forms and learn how to add form fields, share the form and work with form data.Register.
Dave Kelly Live Father’s Day Special Wed., June 12 at 8 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall Celebrate the dads in your life at this show with special guest Bob Kelly reprising his role as Dave’s dad.Tickets.
Advanced Excel Techniques Mon., June 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104 Take your Excel skills to the next level.Register.
Using Google Docs Thurs., June 20 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to set headers and footers, create hyperlinks, insert comments and suggestions, wrap text, view previous versions, and add a table of contents.Register.
Bust the Cybersecurity Myths Tues., June 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Main Street Take the cybersecurity myths quiz and win some great swag.Read about staying cybersafe.
Using KeePass Thurs., June 27 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104 Learn how to use KeePass to safely store your passwords electronically. Register.
Check out more events on the calendar. See the submit function and guidelines info at the end of the calendar. Send info for the bimonthly events email to marketingandcommunications@mtroyal.ca.
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