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April 16, 2019

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Revealing cutting-edge thoughts

Students and faculty performing exemplary work in research were recognized at the end of Research and Scholarship Days.

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Lightning Talks illuminate minds

A rapid-fire series of presentations gave fascinating glimpses into the depth and breadth of research at Mount Royal University.

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A direct link to history encourages new learning

Students and faculty are taking advantage of the Archives and Special Collections for a tactile connection with the past.

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Community legacy project helps find hope in loss

The families of five friends lost five years ago on April 15 are creating a way to remember the importance of being together.

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The chemistry between us can't be broken

Although chemistry is a science that has greatly contributed to society, chemophobia is common and is creating confusion.

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Announcements

Academic Town Hall tomorrow (April 17)
Join Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Lesley Brown along with the
Board of Governors' faculty members, Associate Professors David Clemis and Kenna Olsen, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the TransAlta Pavilion in the Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts tomorrow for a recap of the last semester.

Incoming President and Vice-Chancellor, Tim Rahilly, PhD, installation happening at June Convocation
The presidential installation will take place at all five Convocation ceremonies. Employees are invited to attend any ceremony in general seating. If you are not gowned, please attend either ceremony on Thursday, June 6 or the morning ceremony on Friday, June 7, as there will be more seating available. Live streaming will also be available.


MRSA credit course tuition reimbursement
June 14 is the deadline for MRSA members to apply for up to $500 of tuition reimbursement for a credit course at an accredited post-secondary institution. Download the application form. Find all human resources-related forms on MyMRU under the Employee/Human Resources/HR_Toolkit tab.


Budget Information Sessions
An update on budget development will be provided on Tuesday, April 23 in the Ideas Visualization Lounge (EL1270). There will be a session from 9 to 10 a.m. and another to follow from 10 to 11 a.m.

Convocation volunteers needed
This will be MRU's busiest convocation season ever, and we are short volunteers. Convocation days are Wednesday, June 5, Thursday, June 7 and Friday, June 8. To help celebrate the achievements of Mount Royal's students, sign up as a volunteer for gowning / marshall or as a ceremony volunteer.


Short East Gate Parkade closure
The East Gate Parkade will be closed this Thursday (April 18) at 10 p.m. and will reopen on Friday morning (April 19) at 6 a.m. If you require parking during this time, please use Lot 8.

Feeding ducks or geese harms them and creates risks
Feeding ducks or geese can cause aggression, unnatural behaviour, poor nutrition and delayed migration. It can also lead to pollution and the spread of disease. Please avoid contact with ducks and geese on campus.

Power-washing at campus entrances
Power-washing is taking place at outdoor entrances across campus. The entrances will remain open but please be aware of work in the area.

MRU's access control system is being upgraded

Beginning later this month, Facilities Management will be updating the technology that controls locked doors throughout campus. Each area will be notified ahead of work happening in their areas. Most of the work will be done in electrical rooms and there will be little to no disruption to employees.

Hiring a research assistant?
Human Resources has developed an information sheet titled "How To Hire a Research Assistant" to assist with the process.


Gravel cleanup starts April 27
The cleanup period is expected to last only a few days, causing little to no inconvenience. There will be no road closures.

Do you know ... why the teepee is not painted?
Many have asked why Mount Royal's teepee is not painted. The reason for this is that once a teepee has been painted, it becomes sacred, meaning it must be occupied at all times. In order to be able to take the teepee down and move it around campus, the choice was made to leave it unpainted.
Bleed Blue – Celebrating MRU

Associate Professor Michelle DeWolfe, PhD, wins the William Harvey Gross Award
The William Harvey Gross Award is bestowed annually to a geoscientist who has made a significant contribution to the field of economic geology. PhD and Associate Professor Michelle DeWolfe’s research focuses on
modern submarine volcanic successions and ore-forming processes related to volcanism in the Northwest Territories. Read more.

Former athletics employee to be inducted into Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Fame
Al Bohonus, who was the host chair of the first-ever Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) men’s basketball National Championship at Mount Royal in 1975, will be inducted posthumously into the CCAA Hall of Fame in the Builder Category. Read more.

Facilities Management wins the Archibus Award of Excellence
The Archibus Award of Excellence honours professionals and organizations for exceptional vision and accomplishments in technology or process improvements and service in real estate, infrastructure and facilities management.

Events More information at mtroyal.ca/Events


Farewell Event for President David Docherty
Tues., April 16 from 3 to 5 p.m. — Ross Glen Hall
The Board of Governors invites you to bid David and Kris a fond farewell.


Dave Kelly Live: Icons
Tues., April 16 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
Jann Arden joins Dave for a night of conversations and stories.
Buy tickets.


Creating a Google Site
Wed., April 17 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104
Learn how to create a Google site, select a template and insert Google calendars and videos. Register.


TVP Spring Floral Fundraiser
Wed., April 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. — East Gate
Celebrate Easter with a bouquet of flowers ($20 includes GST) in support of the Transitional Vocational Program.


Understanding the Basics of Robotics Using Lego Mindstorms
Wed., April 17 from noon to 1 p.m. Maker Studio (EL1245)
Come to the Maker Studio and learn basic programming while building a Lego robot. All supplies will be provided. Register.


Protect Yourself Against Cybercrime
Wed., April 17 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. — E204
This fascinating and informative workshop provides the tools you need to keep cyber-safe. Sign up.


Academic Town Hall
Wed., April 17 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. — TransAlta Pavilion
Hear from Provost and Vice-President Academic Lesley Brown, who will be joined by the two faculty members on the Board of Governors, David Clemis and Kenna Olsen.

Budget Update Session
Tues., April 23 from 9 to 10 a.m. Ideas Lounge (EL1270)
As part of a communication commitment to the MRU community, the current budget development process will be discussed.

Excel Pivot Tables Using Slicers
Tues., April 23 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. T104
Learn how to create and manipulate an Excel pivot table using Slicers. Register.


Budget Update Session
Tues., April 23 from 10 to 11 a.m. Ideas Lounge (EL1270)
As part of a communication commitment to the MRU community, the current budget development process will be discussed.


Map The System YYC
Tues., April 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall (Central Calgary Public Library)
The top three Map the System finalists from MRU and U of C will compete for the Map the System city title and bragging rights. Tickets.


Ken Steele on Pedagogy and Personalization: Innovations in Teaching and Learning
Thurs., April 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. Ross Glen Hall
Higher ed futurist Ken Steele from Eduvation will share thought-provoking bright ideas and best practices in teaching and assessment. More information.


Calgary Police Half Marathon Tech Shop Sale
From Fri., April 26 at noon to Sat, April 27 at 5 p.m. Recreation Running Track Level
Calgary's Tech Shop will be holding a footwear and clothing sale on the MRU Running Track in conjunction with the Police Half Marathon Race package pick up.


Riddell Library and Learning Centre Scholarship Speaker Series
Fri., April 26 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Ideas Lounge (EL1270)
Academics from all departments in the Riddell Library and Learning Centre present research in progress or project results. More information.


Using Google Drive

Mon., April 29 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104
Learn what the Google Drive is and how to use it. Sign up.

Tetzlaff-Tetzlaff-Vogt Trio
Mon., April 29 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
These prominent classical music performers will tour North America in 2019 for the first time in three years. Tickets.

Using Google Docs
Tues., May 7 from 9:30 to 11 a.m.
T104
This training covers using headers and footers, inserting hyperlinks, adding comments and suggestions, wrapping
text, viewing previous versions and including a table of contents. Register.

What is 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 authenticator keys. More about cybersecurity on campus.


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 President and Vice-Chancellor Tim Rahilly
Wed., May 8 from 10:30 a.m. to noon Ross Glen Hall
The Board of Governors invites the Mount Royal University 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, all are invited to a free will and estate planning seminar hosted by the Canadian Association of GIft Planners Leave a Legacy Calgary committee at the Calgary Zoo. 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.

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Summit and website stories

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MyMRU announcements

Please send announcements for MyMRU's homepage to mymru@mtroyal.ca. Here are the guidelines.

Start of semester emails, with option for distribution list sign-up

As each semester begins (August/September and December/January), areas with ongoing employee activities can send an email to all employees describing their semester activities. Employees can then choose to opt in to that area's distribution list (Google Group) for regular updates. If you would like to send an email and/or set up a Google Group for your area, please contact Marketing and Communications for guidelines.

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