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October 2009, Vol 8, No 10
Students lift up their eyes to Thirsk
As the International Space Station carrying astronaut Robert Thirsk, BSc'76, LLD'09, rocketed across the sky Sept. 24, more than 400 Schulich School of Engineering students packed into a tight square, lifted their eyes and arms towards the heavens and hoped their inspiring message flashed from Earth would find its way to U of C's famous alumnus in orbit.
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Alumni News
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Fine arts, native communities lose a giant
The U of C lost a longtime friend, supporter and alumna with the unexpected passing of multi-media artist, writer and aboriginal advocate Joane Cardinal-Schubert, BFA'77, LLD'03. She died Sept. 17 in Calgary at the age of 67, succumbing to a second battle with cancer. Learn More... |
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act NOW on October 2
On Friday, Oct. 2, inspired by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama's visit, Calgarians will perform thousands of acts of charity, kindness and goodwill as part of a day called act NOW. Whatever your act—getting together with friends to make sandwiches for a shelter, raking leaves for an elderly neighbour, donating that gently used winter coat to someone in need—you can catalog it along with thousands of others. Learn More... |
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Trinidad-bound for Commonwealth experience
On Sept. 8 Jennie Petersen, BKin'05, MSc'09, departed Calgary on an adventure—to Port of Spain, Trinidad, where she will work with the Trinidad & Tobago Olympic Committee in its preparations for the 2010 Commonwealth Games. Learn More... |
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Medicine names two alumni of distinction
Congratulations to the Faculty of Medicine's 2009 Alumni of Distinction recipients, James Kennedy, MD'84, for his pioneering research into new therapies for patients with mental illness, and William Ghali, MD'90, for his research into improving the effectiveness and efficiency of health care delivery and outcomes. The faculty will celebrate their contributions at the annual alumni dinner Oct. 3 at the Calgary Zoo. |
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Oliver honoured by Women's Resource Centre
Congratulations to Carol Oliver, MCS'95, who will be recognized Oct. 23 by the Women's Resource Centre as their 2009 Distinguished Alumna. Carole is executive director of the Calgary Distress Centre and co-chair of the Canadian Women's Foundation and is passionate about women's issues, gender equality, community building and organizational leadership. Learn More... |
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Heat-loving bacteria may hint at Arctic reserves
An international team of scientists led by Casey Hubert, BSc'98, PhD'04, has detected high numbers of heat-loving bacteria in the Arctic Ocean. The spores might clues to the existence of undiscovered offshore petroleum reservoirs. Learn More... |
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Duthie in the n00b
Christopher Duthie, BFA'08, stars in his own production, n00b, Oct. 6-10 at Epcor Centre's Motel. N00b was performed for sold-out audiences at Sage Theatre's IGNITE! Festival for emerging artists this past June. Tickets are $12 (adults) and $10 (students) and are available at the door. Call 403-710-7384 for more info. |
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Mann medals in Police & Fire Games
The Calgary Fire Department's Lanny Mann, BKin'01, earned a bronze medal in the 10-km Senior A cross country race at the World Police and Fire Games, held in August in Vancouver, with a time of 33:32.5. He and his fellow medalists from Moscow and South Africa were joined on the podium by Lanny's daughter, Madelyn. Learn More... |
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Nursing turns 40!
The Faculty of Nursing officially joined the U of C as a full-fledged faculty in 1969. Forty years of nursing education on campus will be celebrated on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 4pm at the Rozsa Centre. If you are a nursing grad or have an affiliation with the faculty and are interested in sharing some memories, please email us |
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Class of 1999 Law reunion
Members of the Faculty of Law's Class of '99 are busy planning their reunion for Saturday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 pm, at Belgo, at 501-8th Ave SW in Calgary. Cost is $40. RSVP by Oct. 1 to Kim Nutz |
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KICKOFF'09 brings out devoted fans
Students, alumni, faculty and staff came together Sept. 12 to celebrate the start of the 2009/10 school year and show their school spirit at the Dinos home opener for KICKOFF'09. All enjoyed witnessing the Dinos 34-31 triumph over the visiting U of A Golden Bears and cheering on students in the Most Devoted Dinos Fan Contest. See the pics... |
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Alumnus-in-Residence
Marcello Di Cintio, BA'97, BSc'97, is the 2009-2010 Markin-Flanagan Canadian Writer-in-Residence. On Sept. 17, he greeted alumni at a special pre-reception at the Epcor Centre prior to a public reading with his predecessor, author Charlotte Gill. See the pics... |
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Alumni invited to Open House
If you're a graduate with a family member or friend who is considering attending university in the future, the U of C extends to you a special invitation to bring them to Open House 2009 to learn about the U of C's faculties, programs and services. All prospective students who attend Open House can enter a draw to win free tuition for a semester. Open House will be Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 am to 4 pm in and around MacEwan Hall. Learn More... |
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Volunteer opportunities at Convocation
If you want to share in one of the happiest days of our students' lives, volunteering at the Nov. 12 Convocation ceremonies is a great way to fulfill those wishes. Morning or afternoon shifts are available and duties include welcoming guests and handing out programs, providing directions and circulating on the floor during the ceremony. For more info, contact Lora Fong at 403-210-7938 or by email. |
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Update your info and win a ski weekend!
Do you know someone who has lost contact with the U of C? Pass this contest to them for their chance to win and maybe you'll be invited to a ski weekend in Whitefish! Or maybe you don't get U magazine because your snail mail address on file is outdated. Update your info by Dec. 15 and enter to win, too! The prize includes a three-night weekend for four at Montana's Whitefish Mountain Resort. Learn More... |
Member Benefit News
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Lifelong learning
U of C Continuing Education is pleased to offer a 10% discount to all U of C alumni and associate alumni members on selected non-credit courses and course fees until Sept. 15, 2010. You need to request the alumni discount at the time of registration. To register, call 403-220-2866. Learn More... |
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Limited-time Banana Republic discount
Enjoy an exclusive 25% discount at the Market Mall location (only) of Banana Republic this weekend. Click here to print your coupon. |
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2-for-1 alumni tickets to fine arts performances
A popular alumni perk offered in partnership with the Faculty of Fine Arts is back with 2-for-1 tickets to more than 100 Department of Drama, Program of Dance and Department of Music productions for the 2009-10 season! The offer is valid for single-event ticket purchases at the door (ask for the alumni offer when you show your alumni card). Here's the performance schedule... |
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WordFest alumni discount
WordFest, bringing readers and the very best writers from all over the world together in Calgary from Oct. 13-18, is extending to U of C alumni a 15% discount for advance tickets to events costing more than $10. This year, WordFest will host over 70 authors at 65 events, including evening showcases featuring such Can-lit heavyweights as Wayson Choy, Barry Callaghan, Lorna Crozier, Douglas Coupland and Bonnie Burnard. Event prices range from free to $25. The alumni discount is available through the box office: 403-237-9068. Learn More... |
U of C News
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Weiss joins Royal Society Fellows
Six U of C faculty members, one of whom is also an alumnus, will be elected this year to Canada's most prestigious academic body, the Royal Society of Canada, the Academies of Arts, Humanities and Sciences of Canada. Hotchkiss Brain Institute Director Sam Weiss, PhD'83, and five U of C colleagues will be inducted in a ceremony in Ottawa on Nov. 28. Learn More... |
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