PDADC#10, 2010-11
MEMORANDUM
To: PDAD&C
From: Jill Matus, Vice-Provost, Students
Cc: Professional/Managerial Staff
Date: August 19, 2010
Re: Reminder - Accommodation for Religious Observances
PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY IN YOUR AREA
I am writing to remind you of the University's commitment and policy concerning the scheduling of classes and examinations and other accommodation for religious observances. As first noted in PDAD&C #16 (2007-08), this office has published a regularly updated web page as a ready reference on issues related to this topic:
http://www.viceprovoststudents.utoronto.ca/publicationsandpolicies/guidelines/religiousobservances.htm. The page provides some example dates of relevance for the current and upcoming academic year, links to the University's Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances, and provides other advice on specific accommodation issues.
Please note that the obligation not to discriminate on the basis of religion ("creed") is a statutory duty arising from the Ontario Human Rights Code. It carries with it the obligation to accommodate religious requirements where doing so does not cause undue hardship to the University. For example, accommodation normally requires that scheduled graded term work or tests conflicting with religious requirements be adjusted by providing similar evaluation on alternate dates.
In relation to accommodations required for students who will miss an examination due to a religious observance, an examination deferral fee should not normally be charged. However, all other normal examination deferral procedures should normally apply. With respect to minimum advance notice, the Policy provides that "Students have a responsibility to alert members of the teaching staff in a timely fashion to upcoming religious observances and anticipated absences." Since students would normally be aware of upcoming religious observances as well as examination schedules in advance, a minimum of three weeks advance notice should be considered sufficient.
The dates listed on the web site are provided to assist instructors and those planning academic activities to anticipate when some students might choose to seek accommodations for religious observances. It is important to note that there are many holy days associated with various faiths and that the absence of such dates on this list should not be interpreted to mean that there should be no accommodation for students who observe those holy days. Also, some holy days are already captured by statutory holidays. Finally, some observances are based on an interpretation of the lunar calendar, or a faith practice, and thus may vary by one or two days depending upon the interpretation relevant to a student's faith tradition.
For those using a UTORexchange calendar, the dates outlined in the table on the 'Accommodations for Religious Observances' web page have been automatically populated in your calendar in the same way as U of T holiday dates (statutory holidays, Presidential holidays, December/January closure). For other Microsoft Exchange users, please contact your network administrator if you wish to arrange to have these dates added to your calendar.
For assistance in interpreting the Policy and for support in the development of divisional or departmental procedures which are consistent with the Policy, please contact Jim Delaney, Director, Office of the Vice-Provost, Students at 416-978-4027 or jim.delaney@utoronto.ca.
For assistance in devising reasonable accommodations for religious observances and Holy Days, please contact Richard Chambers, Director, Multifaith Centre at 416-946-3144 or richard.chambers@utoronto.ca or the Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Officer at 416-978-1259 or antiracism@utoronto.ca.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Fall Convocation: November 9, 2010
Dear Members of C&D
I write on the Dean's behalf to advise you that this year, Undergraduate and Graduate students will graduate at the same fall convocation on November 9 at 11:00 am. The convocation schedule is available at http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/dates/2010.htm. Please note this in your calendar and send this date to your faculty and staff as we wish to have strong representation from our Faculty at this important event.
Kindest regards
Erika
Erika Bailey | Director, Office of the Dean
Faculty of Applied Science + Engineering | University of Toronto
Mailing Address: 35 St. George Street | Toronto | Ontario | M5S 1A4
Office Location: 44 St. George Street | Toronto | Ontario
erika@ecf.utoronto.ca | www.engineering.utoronto.ca
Tel 416.946.8727 | Fax 416.978.4859
I write on the Dean's behalf to advise you that this year, Undergraduate and Graduate students will graduate at the same fall convocation on November 9 at 11:00 am. The convocation schedule is available at http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/dates/2010.htm. Please note this in your calendar and send this date to your faculty and staff as we wish to have strong representation from our Faculty at this important event.
Kindest regards
Erika
Erika Bailey | Director, Office of the Dean
Faculty of Applied Science + Engineering | University of Toronto
Mailing Address: 35 St. George Street | Toronto | Ontario | M5S 1A4
Office Location: 44 St. George Street | Toronto | Ontario
erika@ecf.utoronto.ca | www.engineering.utoronto.ca
Tel 416.946.8727 | Fax 416.978.4859
SGS Administrative Appointments
To: Graduate Chairs/Directors, Coordinators, Administrators and SGS Staff
From: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
Dear Colleagues:
Consistent with the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, and approved by the Provost and the Academic Board, I am pleased to announce the following appointments:
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Tri-Campus Department of Chemistry
Professor Robert Morris
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2013
Tri-Campus Department of Computer Science
Professor Sven Dickenson
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
Tri-Campus Department of Computer Science
Professor Fahiem Bacchus
Acting Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Tri-Campus Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences
Professor William Gough
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Dunlap Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics
Professor James Graham
Director
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
Cinema Studies Institute
Professor Kay Armatage
Acting Director
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Department of East Asian Studies
Professor Thomas Keirstead
Interim Chair and Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Centre for Environment
Professor Donald Jackson
Interim Director, Centre for Environment
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Department of Molecular Genetics
Professor Howard Lipshitz
Chair and Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015 (Re-appointment)
Department of Public Health Sciences
Professor Louise Lemieux-Charles
Interim Chair and Graduate Chair
September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
I thank these Academic Administrators for their willingness to serve the University in the furtherance of graduate education. I am sure that you will join me in congratulating them.
With my best wishes,
Brian
From: Brian Corman, Dean of Graduate Studies and Vice-Provost, Graduate Education
Dear Colleagues:
Consistent with the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, and approved by the Provost and the Academic Board, I am pleased to announce the following appointments:
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Tri-Campus Department of Chemistry
Professor Robert Morris
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2013
Tri-Campus Department of Computer Science
Professor Sven Dickenson
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
Tri-Campus Department of Computer Science
Professor Fahiem Bacchus
Acting Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Tri-Campus Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences
Professor William Gough
Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
Dunlap Institute for Astronomy and Astrophysics
Professor James Graham
Director
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015
Cinema Studies Institute
Professor Kay Armatage
Acting Director
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Department of East Asian Studies
Professor Thomas Keirstead
Interim Chair and Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Centre for Environment
Professor Donald Jackson
Interim Director, Centre for Environment
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Department of Molecular Genetics
Professor Howard Lipshitz
Chair and Graduate Chair
July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2015 (Re-appointment)
Department of Public Health Sciences
Professor Louise Lemieux-Charles
Interim Chair and Graduate Chair
September 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
I thank these Academic Administrators for their willingness to serve the University in the furtherance of graduate education. I am sure that you will join me in congratulating them.
With my best wishes,
Brian
MIE Newsletter Vol. 02 // No. 7
August 16, 2010 Vol. 02 // No. 7
Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Awards and Recognition // Research Activities // Seminars // Graduate Studies // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
Staff Potluck
Joanna De Gouveia rallied staff together for a Friday potluck lunch on August 13. Just a few of the dishes included spicy Korean squid, Barbados flying fish, dumplings, sausage rolls and stuffed peppers! Stay tuned for future potluck lunches! All welcome!
Awards & Recognition
ASBLab Featured in Globe and Mail and on Canada AM (CTV)
On August 12, Brian, the socially assistive robot of the Autonomous Systems and Biomechatronics Lab (Prof. Goldie Nejat) was featured on the cover of the life section of the Globe and Mail.
Prof. Nejat and Brian were interviewed the next morning by Canada AM host Seamus O'Regan. Watch the interview "Is this robot the future of senior care?" on the Canada AM website.
Read the Globe and Mail article and watch the Canada AM interview.
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Cellular Mechanobiology Laboratory (CML) student wins Best Podium Presentation
Chien-Shun Chen of Prof. Craig Simmons' lab, won "best podium presentation" in the Biomedical Engineering session at Undergraduate Engineering Research Day (UnERD) for his talk on Wnt3A inhibits TGF-beta1-induced apoptosis in aortic valvular endothelial cells.
Chien-Shun Chen is an undergraduate student from Queen's University who joined CML through a studentship from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
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Research Activities
Prof. Guenther Granted NSERC Idea to Innovation (IIb)
Prof. Axel Guenther and co-PI Prof. Bolz of Physiology, have been granted NSERC Idea to Innovation (Phase IIb – Partnership with a Canadian Company).
It will fund an artery-on-a-chip screening instrument and is partnered with Ontario-based Quorum Technologies Inc. Contributions to the project from NSERC and Quorum are $245k over two years.
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6th Annual IEEE Conference on Automation Science and Engineering (CASE)
Date: Saturday, August 21 - Tuesday, August 24
Location: Toronto
The IEEE CASE is the flagship automation conference of the IEEE RAS (Robotics and Automation Society), constituting the primary forum for cross-industry, multidisciplinary research in automation. MIE has multiple groups that will give presentations at this conference.
Prof. Yu Sun and Prof. Goldie Nejat are members of the conference organizing committee, as the program chair and the local arrangement chair.
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Professional Grant Development Workshop
Master the techniques of writing superior and winning proposals.
Course: Proposal Writing I
Dates: Wednesday, August 25 to Friday, August 27
Location: Ryerson University
Sponsored by: The Grant Training Center
Workshop fee: $595.00 USD
This intensive three-day grant proposal workshop is geared for:
1) those who wish to strengthen their grant writing skills
2) beginners who wish to acquire and master the techniques of preparing, writing and winning proposals from various funding agencies.
The center of attention will be on how to effectively tell the story that leads to funding, be it for the researcher in the sciences and social sciences, educator and non-profit professional.
Participants will learn how to:
• Comprehend the diversity of the grant funding community
• Research and identify potential funding sources
• Create the right fit with the funding agency
• Address the guidelines of proposals
• Identify and effectively write the key elements of a proposal
• Integrate each component of the grant into the final product
• Develop focused and realistic budgets
• Package professional grants submissions
Space is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Workshop fee includes tuition, materials, certificate of completion, and continental breakfast. Rebate of $50.00 per person is given for two or more registrants from the same organization.
Register online. To register by phone or for more information please call (866)-704-7268.
Seminars
Linking Mechanics to Biochemistry in Molecular and Cellular Behavior Through Systems Based Approaches
Speaker: Prof. Philip LeDuc, Departments of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, and Biological Sciences, Carnegie Mellon University
Date: Tuesday, August 17
Time: 11 AM
Location: RS412
Abstract
Graduate Studies
NI LabVIEW Training Course
Date: Thursday, August 26 and Friday, August 27
Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: MC402
Register Online *waiting list*
The MIE department will be offering a free NI LabVIEW training course presented by Tomas Bernreiter, lab engineer and manager. This two-day introductory course was developed to introduce students and researchers to the basics of LabVIEW graphical programming/data acquisition and will prepare participants to do the following:
- Use LabVIEW to create applications or VI's
- Understand front panels, block diagrams, and icons
- Use common build-in LabVIEW functions
- Create, save, and utilize LabVIEW subroutines
- Create applications that use plug-in DAQmx data acquisition devices.
This course is offered free of charge to all MIE students, researchers, staff and faculty.
For more information, please contact Tomas Bernreiter.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Registration and Course Enrollment for Fall 2010
September 2010 session registration and course enrollment instruction is posted online. View here and here.
Course schedule is also available online. Please make sure to check this page regularly for updates and changes.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
MIE departmental deadline: Friday, September 10.
For detailed information, please click here.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PhD Final Oral Exam
Afsoon Amirzadeh Goghari presents: Producing Small Droplets of Aqueous Solutions and Molten Metals Using a pneumatic Droplet Generator
Date: Monday, August 16
Time: 10 AM
Location: Room 303, 63 St. George Street, School of Graduate Studies
Exam committee: Prof. Paul Selick (examination chair, Department of Mathematics); Prof. S. Chandra (supervisor); Prof. N. Ashgriz; Prof. J. Wallace; and Prof. A. Guenther.
External examiner: Prof. H. Henein (University of Alberta).
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PhD Final Oral Exam
Christopher Moraes presents: High-Throughput Microsystems for Cellular Mechanobiology Studies
Date: Tuesday, August 17
Time: 2 PM
Location: Room 301, 63 St. George Street, School of Graduate Studies
Exam committee: Prof. Francis Dawson (examination chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering); Prof. C. Simmons (co-Supervisor); Prof. Y. Sun (co-Supervisor); Prof. C. Yip; Prof. J. B. Hinz; and Prof. R. Kandel.
External examiner: Prof. Philip LeDuc (Carnegie Mellon University).
Announcements
A Special Short-Course on Advanced Machining
Date: Monday, August 30 to Friday, September 3
Location: Machine Shop (MC78)
Register: MC134 *limited space remains*
MIE will be running a 5-day hands-on workshop on advanced metal machining. This course is targeted toward MIE undergraduate and graduate students who have had at least a few hours of basic machining experience. A maximum of 16 students will be allowed to enroll, and two professional machinists will provide instruction. Registration forms and further information are available in MC134.
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VacationStaff:
Sheila Baker, Purchasing Officer: August 17 - 20
Tomas Bernreiter, Laboratory Engineer and Manager: August 30 - September 3
Nina Haikara, Liaison – External Relations: August 19 & 20
Jho Nazal, Graduate Program Assistant: August 9 - 20
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All MIE newsletters
MIE Website: www.mie.utoronto.ca
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Copyright © 2009-10 University of Toronto | Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering | Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, All Rights Reserved
Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Awards and Recognition // Research Activities // Seminars // Graduate Studies // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
Staff Potluck
Joanna De Gouveia rallied staff together for a Friday potluck lunch on August 13. Just a few of the dishes included spicy Korean squid, Barbados flying fish, dumplings, sausage rolls and stuffed peppers! Stay tuned for future potluck lunches! All welcome!
Awards & Recognition
ASBLab Featured in Globe and Mail and on Canada AM (CTV)
On August 12, Brian, the socially assistive robot of the Autonomous Systems and Biomechatronics Lab (Prof. Goldie Nejat) was featured on the cover of the life section of the Globe and Mail.
Prof. Nejat and Brian were interviewed the next morning by Canada AM host Seamus O'Regan. Watch the interview "Is this robot the future of senior care?" on the Canada AM website.
Read the Globe and Mail article and watch the Canada AM interview.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cellular Mechanobiology Laboratory (CML) student wins Best Podium Presentation
Chien-Shun Chen of Prof. Craig Simmons' lab, won "best podium presentation" in the Biomedical Engineering session at Undergraduate Engineering Research Day (UnERD) for his talk on Wnt3A inhibits TGF-beta1-induced apoptosis in aortic valvular endothelial cells.
Chien-Shun Chen is an undergraduate student from Queen's University who joined CML through a studentship from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Research Activities
Prof. Guenther Granted NSERC Idea to Innovation (IIb)
Prof. Axel Guenther and co-PI Prof. Bolz of Physiology, have been granted NSERC Idea to Innovation (Phase IIb – Partnership with a Canadian Company).
It will fund an artery-on-a-chip screening instrument and is partnered with Ontario-based Quorum Technologies Inc. Contributions to the project from NSERC and Quorum are $245k over two years.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
6th Annual IEEE Conference on Automation Science and Engineering (CASE)
Date: Saturday, August 21 - Tuesday, August 24
Location: Toronto
The IEEE CASE is the flagship automation conference of the IEEE RAS (Robotics and Automation Society), constituting the primary forum for cross-industry, multidisciplinary research in automation. MIE has multiple groups that will give presentations at this conference.
Prof. Yu Sun and Prof. Goldie Nejat are members of the conference organizing committee, as the program chair and the local arrangement chair.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Professional Grant Development Workshop
Master the techniques of writing superior and winning proposals.
Course: Proposal Writing I
Dates: Wednesday, August 25 to Friday, August 27
Location: Ryerson University
Sponsored by: The Grant Training Center
Workshop fee: $595.00 USD
This intensive three-day grant proposal workshop is geared for:
1) those who wish to strengthen their grant writing skills
2) beginners who wish to acquire and master the techniques of preparing, writing and winning proposals from various funding agencies.
The center of attention will be on how to effectively tell the story that leads to funding, be it for the researcher in the sciences and social sciences, educator and non-profit professional.
Participants will learn how to:
• Comprehend the diversity of the grant funding community
• Research and identify potential funding sources
• Create the right fit with the funding agency
• Address the guidelines of proposals
• Identify and effectively write the key elements of a proposal
• Integrate each component of the grant into the final product
• Develop focused and realistic budgets
• Package professional grants submissions
Space is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Workshop fee includes tuition, materials, certificate of completion, and continental breakfast. Rebate of $50.00 per person is given for two or more registrants from the same organization.
Register online. To register by phone or for more information please call (866)-704-7268.
Seminars
Linking Mechanics to Biochemistry in Molecular and Cellular Behavior Through Systems Based Approaches
Speaker: Prof. Philip LeDuc, Departments of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, and Biological Sciences, Carnegie Mellon University
Date: Tuesday, August 17
Time: 11 AM
Location: RS412
Abstract
Graduate Studies
NI LabVIEW Training Course
Date: Thursday, August 26 and Friday, August 27
Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: MC402
Register Online *waiting list*
The MIE department will be offering a free NI LabVIEW training course presented by Tomas Bernreiter, lab engineer and manager. This two-day introductory course was developed to introduce students and researchers to the basics of LabVIEW graphical programming/data acquisition and will prepare participants to do the following:
- Use LabVIEW to create applications or VI's
- Understand front panels, block diagrams, and icons
- Use common build-in LabVIEW functions
- Create, save, and utilize LabVIEW subroutines
- Create applications that use plug-in DAQmx data acquisition devices.
This course is offered free of charge to all MIE students, researchers, staff and faculty.
For more information, please contact Tomas Bernreiter.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Registration and Course Enrollment for Fall 2010
September 2010 session registration and course enrollment instruction is posted online. View here and here.
Course schedule is also available online. Please make sure to check this page regularly for updates and changes.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
MIE departmental deadline: Friday, September 10.
For detailed information, please click here.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PhD Final Oral Exam
Afsoon Amirzadeh Goghari presents: Producing Small Droplets of Aqueous Solutions and Molten Metals Using a pneumatic Droplet Generator
Date: Monday, August 16
Time: 10 AM
Location: Room 303, 63 St. George Street, School of Graduate Studies
Exam committee: Prof. Paul Selick (examination chair, Department of Mathematics); Prof. S. Chandra (supervisor); Prof. N. Ashgriz; Prof. J. Wallace; and Prof. A. Guenther.
External examiner: Prof. H. Henein (University of Alberta).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PhD Final Oral Exam
Christopher Moraes presents: High-Throughput Microsystems for Cellular Mechanobiology Studies
Date: Tuesday, August 17
Time: 2 PM
Location: Room 301, 63 St. George Street, School of Graduate Studies
Exam committee: Prof. Francis Dawson (examination chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering); Prof. C. Simmons (co-Supervisor); Prof. Y. Sun (co-Supervisor); Prof. C. Yip; Prof. J. B. Hinz; and Prof. R. Kandel.
External examiner: Prof. Philip LeDuc (Carnegie Mellon University).
Announcements
A Special Short-Course on Advanced Machining
Date: Monday, August 30 to Friday, September 3
Location: Machine Shop (MC78)
Register: MC134 *limited space remains*
MIE will be running a 5-day hands-on workshop on advanced metal machining. This course is targeted toward MIE undergraduate and graduate students who have had at least a few hours of basic machining experience. A maximum of 16 students will be allowed to enroll, and two professional machinists will provide instruction. Registration forms and further information are available in MC134.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
VacationStaff:
Sheila Baker, Purchasing Officer: August 17 - 20
Tomas Bernreiter, Laboratory Engineer and Manager: August 30 - September 3
Nina Haikara, Liaison – External Relations: August 19 & 20
Jho Nazal, Graduate Program Assistant: August 9 - 20
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Previous Newsletter & LinksPrevious MIE newsletter
All MIE newsletters
MIE Website: www.mie.utoronto.ca
Back to top
Copyright © 2009-10 University of Toronto | Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering | Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, All Rights Reserved
Friday, August 13, 2010
TTC Discounted Sales to Continue for Faculty and Staff - location change
TTC Discounted Sales to Continue for Faculty and Staff
As of September, the TTC will be offering post-secondary students a new student pass. As a result, the St George Parking Office will be taking over the administration of the discount metropass program for faculty and staff. The program was previously administered by U.T.S.U. for U of T faculty, staff and students. The discounted cost of an adult TTC Metropass under this program will continue at the current TTC cost of $107 for all U of T faculty and staff.
September discounted TTC Metropasses passes for staff and faculty will be sold August 25, 26, 27, 30, 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. only at the following locations:
• U.T.S.U. (12 Hart House Circle)
• New College (45 Willcocks St.)
• UTM and UTSC - information to come.
Starting with September sales for the October TTC Metropass, staff and faculty may purchase a discounted TTC Metropass on the last four business days of each month only at the following locations:
• New - Parking Services (1 Spadina Ave.). Debit only. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Leslie Dan Pharmacy Building (144 College St.). Debit only. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• 89 Chestnut. Cash only. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• UTM and UTSC - information to come.
To purchase a discounted TTC Metropass, staff and faculty will need to provide their TCard or plastic swipeable Library card.
Staff and faculty who do not have either a TCard or a plastic swipeable Library card will need to obtain a T-Card in order to purchase a discounted TTC Metropass. For information on the TCard and how to obtain one, please visit the TCard website at www.utoronto.ca/tcard.
Staff and faculty who are enrolled in a degree or diploma program and taking at least one credit course in the academic year are eligible for the $99 student pass, which may be purchased either at the U.T.S.U. office (12 Hart House Circle) or at any TTC subway location. To use a student pass, you first will need to apply for a student photo identification card, and information on how to obtain one will be posted shortly.
Steelworkers Local 1998
25 Cecil St.
Toronto ON M5T 1N1
(416) 506-9090
info@usw1998.ca
www.usw1998.ca
As of September, the TTC will be offering post-secondary students a new student pass. As a result, the St George Parking Office will be taking over the administration of the discount metropass program for faculty and staff. The program was previously administered by U.T.S.U. for U of T faculty, staff and students. The discounted cost of an adult TTC Metropass under this program will continue at the current TTC cost of $107 for all U of T faculty and staff.
September discounted TTC Metropasses passes for staff and faculty will be sold August 25, 26, 27, 30, 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. only at the following locations:
• U.T.S.U. (12 Hart House Circle)
• New College (45 Willcocks St.)
• UTM and UTSC - information to come.
Starting with September sales for the October TTC Metropass, staff and faculty may purchase a discounted TTC Metropass on the last four business days of each month only at the following locations:
• New - Parking Services (1 Spadina Ave.). Debit only. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Leslie Dan Pharmacy Building (144 College St.). Debit only. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• 89 Chestnut. Cash only. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• UTM and UTSC - information to come.
To purchase a discounted TTC Metropass, staff and faculty will need to provide their TCard or plastic swipeable Library card.
Staff and faculty who do not have either a TCard or a plastic swipeable Library card will need to obtain a T-Card in order to purchase a discounted TTC Metropass. For information on the TCard and how to obtain one, please visit the TCard website at www.utoronto.ca/tcard.
Staff and faculty who are enrolled in a degree or diploma program and taking at least one credit course in the academic year are eligible for the $99 student pass, which may be purchased either at the U.T.S.U. office (12 Hart House Circle) or at any TTC subway location. To use a student pass, you first will need to apply for a student photo identification card, and information on how to obtain one will be posted shortly.
Steelworkers Local 1998
25 Cecil St.
Toronto ON M5T 1N1
(416) 506-9090
info@usw1998.ca
www.usw1998.ca
[PDADC-L] Executive Director, Enrolment Services
To: PDAD&C
From: Jill Matus, Vice-Provost, Students
Date: August 9, 2010
RE: Executive Director, Enrolment Services
I am very pleased to announce that Richard Levin will be joining the University of Toronto as Executive Director, Enrolment Services. The position of Executive Director has been created to help the institution transition from the current, relatively disconnected enrolment management model to an integrated one that supports institutional, faculty, and campus strategic objectives and enrolment goals. The central offices of recruitment and admissions, specifically, will be brought together under the leadership of the new Executive Director.
Richard brings a wealth of experience in enrolment management and student-centred processes to the role of Executive Director. Having graduated with a BA (honours) in Psychology from the University of Winnipeg in 1984 and an MA in Psychology from York University in 1986, he worked for the Manitoba Government's departments of Health and Education from 1986-1989. In 1990 he became a senior policy advisor and later manager in the Ontario Government's ministries of Skills Development and Education and Training before his appointment as Executive Coordinator, Policy and Planning, with the Education Quality and Accountability Office in 1995.
In January 1999, he became Director of Student Records and Registrar at the University of Manitoba. He then joined the newly established UOIT as Vice-President, Strategic Enrolment Management and Registrar in June, 2002, where his appointment was later extended to include Durham College. Since September 2008, he has served as University Registrar at McMaster University.
Richard is a member of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the Association of Registrars of Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC) and the Ontario Universities Registrars' Association (OURA). He is keenly interested in evidence-based decision making and has published and presented on issues ranging from accountability to student service. We look forward to welcoming him when he takes up his position on November 1st.
From: Jill Matus, Vice-Provost, Students
Date: August 9, 2010
RE: Executive Director, Enrolment Services
I am very pleased to announce that Richard Levin will be joining the University of Toronto as Executive Director, Enrolment Services. The position of Executive Director has been created to help the institution transition from the current, relatively disconnected enrolment management model to an integrated one that supports institutional, faculty, and campus strategic objectives and enrolment goals. The central offices of recruitment and admissions, specifically, will be brought together under the leadership of the new Executive Director.
Richard brings a wealth of experience in enrolment management and student-centred processes to the role of Executive Director. Having graduated with a BA (honours) in Psychology from the University of Winnipeg in 1984 and an MA in Psychology from York University in 1986, he worked for the Manitoba Government's departments of Health and Education from 1986-1989. In 1990 he became a senior policy advisor and later manager in the Ontario Government's ministries of Skills Development and Education and Training before his appointment as Executive Coordinator, Policy and Planning, with the Education Quality and Accountability Office in 1995.
In January 1999, he became Director of Student Records and Registrar at the University of Manitoba. He then joined the newly established UOIT as Vice-President, Strategic Enrolment Management and Registrar in June, 2002, where his appointment was later extended to include Durham College. Since September 2008, he has served as University Registrar at McMaster University.
Richard is a member of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the Association of Registrars of Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC) and the Ontario Universities Registrars' Association (OURA). He is keenly interested in evidence-based decision making and has published and presented on issues ranging from accountability to student service. We look forward to welcoming him when he takes up his position on November 1st.
Azrieli Fellows Program - opportunity for postdoctoral scholars funded by the Azrieli Foundation
I am delighted to announce a research opportunity for postdoctoral scholars funded by the Azrieli Foundation.
The Azrieli Fellows Program welcomes the best and brightest postdoctoral scholars who wish to undertake postdoctoral research in Israel. Scholars may undertake research in any field of study. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have completed a doctorate at a Canadian university.
The fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence. Candidates are assessed on their potential to make cutting-edge contributions to their respective fields. Aspects of personal merit and leadership abilities are also taken into consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, ethnicity or age.
We encourage you to visit our website at http://www.azrielifoundation.org/fellows. Please feel free to pass along this information to interested scholars and others.
For more information, please contact the Azrieli Foundation at fellows@azrielifoundation.org .
Susan Roitman.
Azrieli Fellows Program
The Azrieli Fellows Program welcomes the best and brightest postdoctoral scholars who wish to undertake postdoctoral research in Israel. Scholars may undertake research in any field of study. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have completed a doctorate at a Canadian university.
The fellowships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence. Candidates are assessed on their potential to make cutting-edge contributions to their respective fields. Aspects of personal merit and leadership abilities are also taken into consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, ethnicity or age.
We encourage you to visit our website at http://www.azrielifoundation.org/fellows. Please feel free to pass along this information to interested scholars and others.
For more information, please contact the Azrieli Foundation at fellows@azrielifoundation.org .
Susan Roitman.
Azrieli Fellows Program
MIE Newsletter Vol. 02 // No. 6
August 9, 2010 Vol. 02 // No. 6
Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Awards and Recognition // Research Activities // Graduate Studies // Job Opportunities // Student Affairs // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
Launch Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Industrial Engineering Program
In 2010-11 we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Industrial Engineering program at UofT. On July 14th, a first committee meeting was held to discuss planning for the 50th. Prof. Mike Carter is chairing this committee.
Prof. Daniel Frances invited Prof. Morton Posner to give a first informal talk on August 3rd about the early days of the program, the various contributions of the staff who formed the department at the time, and the current reflections of what can be learned from that experience. Prof. Posner was one of the first staff members who joined the new department in 1967, from which he retired in 2001.
Other anniversary events will include seminars, an Industrial Engineering celebration and keynote address at the MIE Alumni Dinner (April 8, 2011) and an IE symposium.
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Awards & Recognition
The modeling work of the Centre for Research in Healthcare Engineering (Prof. Mike Carter), on forecasting the future demand for cardiac surgeons in Canada, was mentioned in this week’s Maclean’s magazine. Researcher Sonia Vanderby, who built the model in collaboration with the Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons, was interviewed.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, a major international journal in the field, and journal for the largest American society for chest and cardiac surgery, published the associated papers Cardiac Surgery Workforce: A Survey of Recent Graduates of Canadian Training Programs and Modeling the Cardiac Surgery Workforce in Canada preceded by an editorial by John Mayer.
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Research Activities
NSERC Engage Grant Awarded
Prof. Aimy Bazylak and co-applicant, Prof. Greg Scholes of the Department of Chemistry, were jointly awarded an NSERC Engage Grant ($25,000) for microfluidic investigation of cryptophytes growth.
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New – Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program
Over the past several months the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, have been working closely together to develop the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program.
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program will award 70 postdoctoral fellowships each year distributed equally among the three agencies. Fellowships will be of two-year duration, valued at $70,000/year (taxable). Uniquely, the program requires that research institutions be closely involved in endorsing applicants and be committed to providing the research environment and professional development successful applicants require in order to become the research leaders of the future.
Two attachments: a description of the program, including eligibility requirements and institutional responsibilities; and an annex with a preview of the key application elements. This information will be useful in helping guide the applicant selection and endorsement process.
Any questions should be directed to Banting@researchnet-recherchenet.ca.
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Graduate Studies
Registration and Course Enrollment for Fall 2010
September 2010 session registration and course enrollment instruction is posted online. View here and here.
Course schedule is also available online. Please make sure to check this page regularly for updates and changes.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ph.D. Thesis Seminar
Antony Hilliard presents: Improving Interpretation in Industrial Energy Monitoring, Targeting and Reporting: A Case study of CWA Strategies Analysis
Date: Monday, August 9
Time: 2 PM
Location: MC331
Exam Committee: Prof. G.A. Jamieson (supervisor); Prof. D. Frances (exam chair); and Prof. B. Donmez.
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MASc Oral Exam
Chao Liu presents: Effect of Cyclic Hydraulic Pressure on Osteocytes
Date: Wednesday, August 11
Time: 2 PM
Location: MB101
Exam Committee: Prof. L. You (Exam Chair and Supervisor); Prof. C.A. Simmons; and Prof. A Wheeler.
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Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
MIE departmental deadline: Friday, September 10.
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Student Affairs
UofT Family Care Office – Orientation for Student Parents
Date: Thursday, September 9
Time: 12 to 1:30 PM
Register online
Lunch Provided
The Family Care Office invites incoming and current student parents to Orientation 2010. Please join us to learn about the services and resources available to student parents on campus, get advice from current students on how to adjust to the University, and start creating your support networks now by making new friends and meeting staff. All UofT students and post-doctoral fellows are welcome.
Join the Family Care Office on Facebook.
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APS501: Leadership and Leading in Groups and Organizations
APS501 will be led by a seasoned Canadian businessperson and Skule alumnus with decades of engineering leadership experience both nationally and internationally. This highly
interactive course covers topics ranging from self-leadership, to setting strategic direction, to implementing change in a business enterprise. Concepts presented will be useful for aspiring leaders of large, small, for-profit, and not-for-profit organizations. Students will learn the skills, character attributes, and behavioural capabilities to prepare them to lead effectively.
UNDERGRADUATE students (20 spaces):
• Apply now online
• Deadline is August 11.
• Our office will email you directly regarding your application results by August 20.
GRADUATE students (20 spaces):
• Apply beginning August 13 online
• Deadline is August 27.
• You must concurrently apply for this course through ROSI and await status confirmation. Our office will confirm your application results on ROSI and email you directly by September 3.
If you have any questions about this course or about the application process, please contact our office at lot.engineering@utoronto.ca or 416-978-3018.
Announcements
NI LabVIEW Training Course
Date: Thursday, August 26 and Friday, August 27
Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: MC402
Register Online
The MIE department will be offering a free NI LabVIEW training course presented by Tomas Bernreiter, lab engineer and manager. This two-day introductory course was developed to introduce students and researchers to the basics of LabVIEW graphical programming/data acquisition and will prepare participants to do the following:
- Use LabVIEW to create applications or VI's
- Understand front panels, block diagrams, and icons
- Use common build-in LabVIEW functions
- Create, save, and utilize LabVIEW subroutines
- Create applications that use plug-in DAQmx data acquisition devices.
This course is offered free of charge to all MIE students, researchers, staff and faculty.
For more information, please contact Tomas Bernreiter.
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Job Opportunities
Faculty Positions – University of Michigan
Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
The University of Michigan invites applications and nominations for faculty positions beginning engineering, human factors and ergonomics, at the assistant/associate professor level and optimization at all levels. Applicants in research areas such as production systems, supply chain management, cognitive engineering, perceptual and cognitive systems modeling, applied probability, decision analysis, health care delivery systems, or financial engineering are encouraged to apply.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Faculty Position – University of Western Ontario
Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Location: London, ON
Applications are invited for a probationary (tenure-track) appointment in the area of polymer composites. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering effective July 1, 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter. If qualifications and experience warrant a higher rank, consideration will be given to an appointment at the Associate Professor (probationary tenure track) rank.
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VacationStaff:
Sheila Baker, Purchasing Officer: August 17 - 20
Oscar del Rio, Senior Computer and Web Administrator: August 9
Jho Nazal, Graduate Program Assistant: August 9 - 20
Previous Newsletter & LinksPrevious MIE newsletter
All MIE newsletters
MIE Website: www.mie.utoronto.ca
Back to top
Copyright © 2009-10 University of Toronto | Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering | Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, All Rights Reserved
Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Awards and Recognition // Research Activities // Graduate Studies // Job Opportunities // Student Affairs // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
Launch Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Industrial Engineering Program
In 2010-11 we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Industrial Engineering program at UofT. On July 14th, a first committee meeting was held to discuss planning for the 50th. Prof. Mike Carter is chairing this committee.
Prof. Daniel Frances invited Prof. Morton Posner to give a first informal talk on August 3rd about the early days of the program, the various contributions of the staff who formed the department at the time, and the current reflections of what can be learned from that experience. Prof. Posner was one of the first staff members who joined the new department in 1967, from which he retired in 2001.
Other anniversary events will include seminars, an Industrial Engineering celebration and keynote address at the MIE Alumni Dinner (April 8, 2011) and an IE symposium.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Awards & Recognition
The modeling work of the Centre for Research in Healthcare Engineering (Prof. Mike Carter), on forecasting the future demand for cardiac surgeons in Canada, was mentioned in this week’s Maclean’s magazine. Researcher Sonia Vanderby, who built the model in collaboration with the Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons, was interviewed.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, a major international journal in the field, and journal for the largest American society for chest and cardiac surgery, published the associated papers Cardiac Surgery Workforce: A Survey of Recent Graduates of Canadian Training Programs and Modeling the Cardiac Surgery Workforce in Canada preceded by an editorial by John Mayer.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Research Activities
NSERC Engage Grant Awarded
Prof. Aimy Bazylak and co-applicant, Prof. Greg Scholes of the Department of Chemistry, were jointly awarded an NSERC Engage Grant ($25,000) for microfluidic investigation of cryptophytes growth.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
New – Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program
Over the past several months the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, have been working closely together to develop the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program.
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program will award 70 postdoctoral fellowships each year distributed equally among the three agencies. Fellowships will be of two-year duration, valued at $70,000/year (taxable). Uniquely, the program requires that research institutions be closely involved in endorsing applicants and be committed to providing the research environment and professional development successful applicants require in order to become the research leaders of the future.
Two attachments: a description of the program, including eligibility requirements and institutional responsibilities; and an annex with a preview of the key application elements. This information will be useful in helping guide the applicant selection and endorsement process.
Any questions should be directed to Banting@researchnet-recherchenet.ca.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Graduate Studies
Registration and Course Enrollment for Fall 2010
September 2010 session registration and course enrollment instruction is posted online. View here and here.
Course schedule is also available online. Please make sure to check this page regularly for updates and changes.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ph.D. Thesis Seminar
Antony Hilliard presents: Improving Interpretation in Industrial Energy Monitoring, Targeting and Reporting: A Case study of CWA Strategies Analysis
Date: Monday, August 9
Time: 2 PM
Location: MC331
Exam Committee: Prof. G.A. Jamieson (supervisor); Prof. D. Frances (exam chair); and Prof. B. Donmez.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MASc Oral Exam
Chao Liu presents: Effect of Cyclic Hydraulic Pressure on Osteocytes
Date: Wednesday, August 11
Time: 2 PM
Location: MB101
Exam Committee: Prof. L. You (Exam Chair and Supervisor); Prof. C.A. Simmons; and Prof. A Wheeler.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
MIE departmental deadline: Friday, September 10.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Student Affairs
UofT Family Care Office – Orientation for Student Parents
Date: Thursday, September 9
Time: 12 to 1:30 PM
Register online
Lunch Provided
The Family Care Office invites incoming and current student parents to Orientation 2010. Please join us to learn about the services and resources available to student parents on campus, get advice from current students on how to adjust to the University, and start creating your support networks now by making new friends and meeting staff. All UofT students and post-doctoral fellows are welcome.
Join the Family Care Office on Facebook.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
APS501: Leadership and Leading in Groups and Organizations
APS501 will be led by a seasoned Canadian businessperson and Skule alumnus with decades of engineering leadership experience both nationally and internationally. This highly
interactive course covers topics ranging from self-leadership, to setting strategic direction, to implementing change in a business enterprise. Concepts presented will be useful for aspiring leaders of large, small, for-profit, and not-for-profit organizations. Students will learn the skills, character attributes, and behavioural capabilities to prepare them to lead effectively.
UNDERGRADUATE students (20 spaces):
• Apply now online
• Deadline is August 11.
• Our office will email you directly regarding your application results by August 20.
GRADUATE students (20 spaces):
• Apply beginning August 13 online
• Deadline is August 27.
• You must concurrently apply for this course through ROSI and await status confirmation. Our office will confirm your application results on ROSI and email you directly by September 3.
If you have any questions about this course or about the application process, please contact our office at lot.engineering@utoronto.ca or 416-978-3018.
Announcements
NI LabVIEW Training Course
Date: Thursday, August 26 and Friday, August 27
Time: 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: MC402
Register Online
The MIE department will be offering a free NI LabVIEW training course presented by Tomas Bernreiter, lab engineer and manager. This two-day introductory course was developed to introduce students and researchers to the basics of LabVIEW graphical programming/data acquisition and will prepare participants to do the following:
- Use LabVIEW to create applications or VI's
- Understand front panels, block diagrams, and icons
- Use common build-in LabVIEW functions
- Create, save, and utilize LabVIEW subroutines
- Create applications that use plug-in DAQmx data acquisition devices.
This course is offered free of charge to all MIE students, researchers, staff and faculty.
For more information, please contact Tomas Bernreiter.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Job Opportunities
Faculty Positions – University of Michigan
Department of Industrial and Operations Engineering
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
The University of Michigan invites applications and nominations for faculty positions beginning engineering, human factors and ergonomics, at the assistant/associate professor level and optimization at all levels. Applicants in research areas such as production systems, supply chain management, cognitive engineering, perceptual and cognitive systems modeling, applied probability, decision analysis, health care delivery systems, or financial engineering are encouraged to apply.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Faculty Position – University of Western Ontario
Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Location: London, ON
Applications are invited for a probationary (tenure-track) appointment in the area of polymer composites. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering effective July 1, 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter. If qualifications and experience warrant a higher rank, consideration will be given to an appointment at the Associate Professor (probationary tenure track) rank.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
VacationStaff:
Sheila Baker, Purchasing Officer: August 17 - 20
Oscar del Rio, Senior Computer and Web Administrator: August 9
Jho Nazal, Graduate Program Assistant: August 9 - 20
Previous Newsletter & LinksPrevious MIE newsletter
All MIE newsletters
MIE Website: www.mie.utoronto.ca
Back to top
Copyright © 2009-10 University of Toronto | Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering | Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, All Rights Reserved
Friday, August 6, 2010
Applications for Guggenheim Fellowships - deadline is September 15, 2010
Dear Chairs and Directors,
I am writing on behalf of Dean Amon to ask that you encourage your outstanding researchers to apply for the upcoming Guggenheim Fellowships. Guggenheim Fellowships are grants to selected individuals made for a minimum of six months and a maximum of twelve months. Approximately 220 Fellowships are awarded each year, with an average amount of around $43,000. Fellows may spend their grant funds in any manner they deem necessary to their work.
Considered "midcareer" awards, Guggenheim Fellowships are intended for those who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship in any field. Previous Faculty recipients include Professor Peter Zandstra and Professor David Zingg.
Applications for Guggenheim Fellowships are made online by the researcher. The deadline is September 15, 2010.
For more information on Guggenheim Fellowships please see http://www.gf.org/about-the-foundation/the-fellowship/ or contact me.
Please let me know if anyone in your department is planning to apply so that I can provide any necessary assistance.
Best regards,
Carolyn
Carolyn Farrell
Director, Awards and Honours
Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
University of Toronto
35 St. George St.
Toronto, ON M5S 1A4
Phone: 416-978-8666
Fax: 416-978-4859
Email: carolyn.farrell@utoronto.ca
I am writing on behalf of Dean Amon to ask that you encourage your outstanding researchers to apply for the upcoming Guggenheim Fellowships. Guggenheim Fellowships are grants to selected individuals made for a minimum of six months and a maximum of twelve months. Approximately 220 Fellowships are awarded each year, with an average amount of around $43,000. Fellows may spend their grant funds in any manner they deem necessary to their work.
Considered "midcareer" awards, Guggenheim Fellowships are intended for those who have already demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship in any field. Previous Faculty recipients include Professor Peter Zandstra and Professor David Zingg.
Applications for Guggenheim Fellowships are made online by the researcher. The deadline is September 15, 2010.
For more information on Guggenheim Fellowships please see http://www.gf.org/about-the-foundation/the-fellowship/ or contact me.
Please let me know if anyone in your department is planning to apply so that I can provide any necessary assistance.
Best regards,
Carolyn
Carolyn Farrell
Director, Awards and Honours
Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
University of Toronto
35 St. George St.
Toronto, ON M5S 1A4
Phone: 416-978-8666
Fax: 416-978-4859
Email: carolyn.farrell@utoronto.ca
[PDADC-L] Advisory Search Committee for the Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs
PDAD&C #9, 2010-11
To: Faculty, Staff and Students, Munk School of Global Affairs
PDAD&C
From: Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Meric Gertler, Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science
CC: The Bulletin
Date: August 4, 2010
Re: Advisory Search Committee for the Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs
As announced on May 21, 2010, Professor Janice Stein will complete her current term as Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs. Professor Stein has indicated she will not be seeking re-appointment.
In accordance with Section 36 of the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, President David Naylor has appointed a committee to recommend the appointment of a Director. The composition of the committee is as follows:
Professor Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost (Co-chair)
Professor Meric Gertler, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science (Co-chair)
Professor Robert Bothwell, Department of History and Director, International Relations Program at Trinity College
Professor David Cameron, Department of Political Science
Ms. Linda Corman, Librarian, Trinity College
Ms. Megan Dersnah, Graduate Student
Professor Randall Hansen, Department of Political Science and Centre for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies
Professor Karen Knop, Faculty of Law
Professor Ron Levi, Centre of Criminology and Director, Trudeau Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies
Ms. Margaret McKone, Executive Director, Munk School of Global Affairs
Ms. Kerry Paterson, Undergraduate Student
Professor Mark Stabile, Rotman School of Management and Director, School of Public Policy
The Advisory Committee for the search welcomes comments and nominations from interested persons. These should be sent to the attention of Helen Lasthiotakis, Director, Academic Programs and Policy by September 28, 2010 to h.lasthiotakis@utoronto.ca.
To: Faculty, Staff and Students, Munk School of Global Affairs
PDAD&C
From: Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Meric Gertler, Dean, Faculty of Arts and Science
CC: The Bulletin
Date: August 4, 2010
Re: Advisory Search Committee for the Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs
As announced on May 21, 2010, Professor Janice Stein will complete her current term as Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs. Professor Stein has indicated she will not be seeking re-appointment.
In accordance with Section 36 of the Policy on Appointment of Academic Administrators, President David Naylor has appointed a committee to recommend the appointment of a Director. The composition of the committee is as follows:
Professor Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost (Co-chair)
Professor Meric Gertler, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science (Co-chair)
Professor Robert Bothwell, Department of History and Director, International Relations Program at Trinity College
Professor David Cameron, Department of Political Science
Ms. Linda Corman, Librarian, Trinity College
Ms. Megan Dersnah, Graduate Student
Professor Randall Hansen, Department of Political Science and Centre for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies
Professor Karen Knop, Faculty of Law
Professor Ron Levi, Centre of Criminology and Director, Trudeau Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies
Ms. Margaret McKone, Executive Director, Munk School of Global Affairs
Ms. Kerry Paterson, Undergraduate Student
Professor Mark Stabile, Rotman School of Management and Director, School of Public Policy
The Advisory Committee for the search welcomes comments and nominations from interested persons. These should be sent to the attention of Helen Lasthiotakis, Director, Academic Programs and Policy by September 28, 2010 to h.lasthiotakis@utoronto.ca.
[PDADC-L] Avi Hyman appointed as Institutional Academic Technology Strategist
To: PDAD&C
Professionals/Managers
From: Carol Rolheiser, Director, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI)
Robert Cook, Chief Information Officer
Date: August 4, 2010
Re: Avi Hyman appointed as Institutional Academic Technology Strategist
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Avi Hyman has been appointed to the position of Institutional Academic Technology Strategist at the University of Toronto, effective September 1, 2010. The Institutional Academic Technology Strategist (IATS) will report to both the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and the Director, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) and will provide strategic and tactical leadership in the development and implementation of information technology services that support the academic mission.
Dr. Hyman has been an active member of the University of Toronto community for more than two decades, most recently serving as Director of Academic Technology for the Faculty of Medicine. Prior to joining the Faculty of Medicine in 2005, Dr. Hyman served as Director of Academic Technology at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto.
In his previous roles, Dr. Hyman led diverse teams of educators and technical specialists, working with instructors, researchers, and students on realizing their academic goals through technology. He also has a long history of active collaboration with the University of Toronto Libraries.
Dr. Hyman holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Anthropology from the University of Toronto, and a Doctorate in Education from OISE. He has taught in a number of U of T programs, including Higher Education and Educational Administration. He is currently a member of numerous committees, networks and boards, including the University of Toronto's Teaching, Learning and Technology Advisory Committee (TLTAC), Knowledge Media Design Institute (KMDI), and the Education and Innovation Committee of the Ontario Network of Excellence in Simulation for Clinical Teaching and Learning (NESCTL). In 2009, Dr. Hyman served as Conference Chair for the 4th International Conference on eLearning, and co-guest editor of the 2009 issue of the Electronic Journal of eLearning. In 2010, he served as the Master of Ceremonies for the University's annual TechKnowFile conference.
In this new role Dr. Hyman will work with faculty, academic administrators, and teaching support and instructional technology units to advance the University's academic mission and in particular, its commitment to teaching.
Please join us in welcoming Avi to his new role.
Professionals/Managers
From: Carol Rolheiser, Director, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI)
Robert Cook, Chief Information Officer
Date: August 4, 2010
Re: Avi Hyman appointed as Institutional Academic Technology Strategist
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Avi Hyman has been appointed to the position of Institutional Academic Technology Strategist at the University of Toronto, effective September 1, 2010. The Institutional Academic Technology Strategist (IATS) will report to both the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and the Director, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) and will provide strategic and tactical leadership in the development and implementation of information technology services that support the academic mission.
Dr. Hyman has been an active member of the University of Toronto community for more than two decades, most recently serving as Director of Academic Technology for the Faculty of Medicine. Prior to joining the Faculty of Medicine in 2005, Dr. Hyman served as Director of Academic Technology at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto.
In his previous roles, Dr. Hyman led diverse teams of educators and technical specialists, working with instructors, researchers, and students on realizing their academic goals through technology. He also has a long history of active collaboration with the University of Toronto Libraries.
Dr. Hyman holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Anthropology from the University of Toronto, and a Doctorate in Education from OISE. He has taught in a number of U of T programs, including Higher Education and Educational Administration. He is currently a member of numerous committees, networks and boards, including the University of Toronto's Teaching, Learning and Technology Advisory Committee (TLTAC), Knowledge Media Design Institute (KMDI), and the Education and Innovation Committee of the Ontario Network of Excellence in Simulation for Clinical Teaching and Learning (NESCTL). In 2009, Dr. Hyman served as Conference Chair for the 4th International Conference on eLearning, and co-guest editor of the 2009 issue of the Electronic Journal of eLearning. In 2010, he served as the Master of Ceremonies for the University's annual TechKnowFile conference.
In this new role Dr. Hyman will work with faculty, academic administrators, and teaching support and instructional technology units to advance the University's academic mission and in particular, its commitment to teaching.
Please join us in welcoming Avi to his new role.
Call for Papers: Women’s Perspectives on Student Development
CALL FOR PAPERS:
Women’s Perspectives on Student Development
Toronto, March 3-5th 2011, Hart House
You are invited to take part in the first Women’s Perspectives on Student Development Conference to be held in Toronto, Ontario March 3-5th, 2011.
The Centre for the Study of Students in Postsecondary Education (CSS) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE/University of Toronto) would like to invite you to submit an abstract for our ‘Women’s Perspectives on Student Development Conference’.
CSS is dedicated to the knowledge and understanding of student issues within Canadian Postsecondary Institutions. Since 2007, the Centre has engaged in research centralized on student learning, development, impact and outcomes within postsecondary education. As such, we are launching this conference to celebrate the accomplishments of female scholars whose research focuses upon these pillars of exploration and knowledge.
Submissions are encouraged from all participants within and outside of institutions such as faculty, students, staff, foundations, government, research organizations, non-profits, etc... Please register early as space is limited. Submissions and registration can be completed online at the conference website:
http://ocs.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/css/wpsd
Thank you for your interest in this event!
Christine Arnold, Conference Co-Chair, css.info@utoronto.ca
Tony Chambers, Conference Co-Chair, css.info@utoronto.ca
________________________________________________________________________
Conference Sub-Themes:
Student Engagement
(Social, Emotional, Academic, Co-Curricular)
Student Experience
(Teaching and Learning, Peer Relationships, Diversity, Gender, Retention, Time-to-Graduation, Debt Load, Mobility)
Student Affairs
(Student Services, Registrar, Advising, Specialized Programming)
Inclusion
(Programming, Accommodation, Identification)
________________________________________________________________________
Presentation Formats: (Poster Presentation and Concurrent Session)
*Submissions are accepted on the basis that presenters are registered and attend the conference.
Poster Presentation
Poster presentations will be on topics related to one or more of the conference sub-themes. A 500 word abstract must be submitted for consideration by reviewers. Each submitted proposal will be reviewed by 2-3 accomplished scholars across Canada. Please note that if accepted, presentations in this category will not be considered refereed papers.
The abstract submitted should contain eight labelled sections:
1.Title
2.Author(s)
3.Contact Information: E-mail, phone number and address
4.Institutional Affiliation
5.Conference sub-theme(s) addressed
6.Background/context
7.Research/evaluation method
8.Outcomes
Poster guidelines
•The dimensions of the poster is 6' (height) by 4' (width).
•The poster should be oriented in portrait layout
•A banner displaying your poster title, name, institution and email address should be positioned at top-centre of the poster
Concurrent Session
Concurrent sessions will be on topics related to one or more of the conference sub-
themes. A 500 word abstract must be submitted for consideration by reviewers. Each
submitted proposal will be reviewed by 2-3 accomplished scholars across Canada.
The abstract submitted should contain eight labelled sections:
1.Title
2.Author(s)
3.Contact Information: E-mail, phone number and address
4.Institutional Affiliation
5.Conference sub-theme(s) addressed
6.Background/context
7.Research/evaluation method
8.Outcomes
Session guidelines
Each paper session will be 75 minutes in length and combine brief presentations with an interactive activity that engages all participants. Session leaders are encouraged to usediscussion, application, feedback, group and individual work, and role playing. All presentation rooms are equipped with computer and powerpoint technology. It is
expected that presenters will speak for 20-25 minutes, engage participants in an activity connected to their session for 30-35 minutes, and allow 10-15 minutes for questions and discussion.
________________________________________________________________________
Deadlines:
Abstract submissions will be accepted until October 1st, 2010.
Decisions on accepted abstracts will be made by October 31st, 2010.
Full Papers for accepted abstracts are due by December 15th, 2010.
Selected scholarly papers will be included in the subsequent Conference Proceedings Document.
*Full, finished papers must be submitted for blind peer review. Papers should range between 5000-7000 words in length, excluding abstract (500 words), references and all appendices. All papers must use APA formatting and style guide. Longer papers will not be accepted.
Cancellations and fee recovery can be made until January 3rd, 2010.
After this date no refund will be issued.
Women’s Perspectives on Student Development
Toronto, March 3-5th 2011, Hart House
You are invited to take part in the first Women’s Perspectives on Student Development Conference to be held in Toronto, Ontario March 3-5th, 2011.
The Centre for the Study of Students in Postsecondary Education (CSS) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE/University of Toronto) would like to invite you to submit an abstract for our ‘Women’s Perspectives on Student Development Conference’.
CSS is dedicated to the knowledge and understanding of student issues within Canadian Postsecondary Institutions. Since 2007, the Centre has engaged in research centralized on student learning, development, impact and outcomes within postsecondary education. As such, we are launching this conference to celebrate the accomplishments of female scholars whose research focuses upon these pillars of exploration and knowledge.
Submissions are encouraged from all participants within and outside of institutions such as faculty, students, staff, foundations, government, research organizations, non-profits, etc... Please register early as space is limited. Submissions and registration can be completed online at the conference website:
http://ocs.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/css/wpsd
Thank you for your interest in this event!
Christine Arnold, Conference Co-Chair, css.info@utoronto.ca
Tony Chambers, Conference Co-Chair, css.info@utoronto.ca
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Conference Sub-Themes:
Student Engagement
(Social, Emotional, Academic, Co-Curricular)
Student Experience
(Teaching and Learning, Peer Relationships, Diversity, Gender, Retention, Time-to-Graduation, Debt Load, Mobility)
Student Affairs
(Student Services, Registrar, Advising, Specialized Programming)
Inclusion
(Programming, Accommodation, Identification)
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Presentation Formats: (Poster Presentation and Concurrent Session)
*Submissions are accepted on the basis that presenters are registered and attend the conference.
Poster Presentation
Poster presentations will be on topics related to one or more of the conference sub-themes. A 500 word abstract must be submitted for consideration by reviewers. Each submitted proposal will be reviewed by 2-3 accomplished scholars across Canada. Please note that if accepted, presentations in this category will not be considered refereed papers.
The abstract submitted should contain eight labelled sections:
1.Title
2.Author(s)
3.Contact Information: E-mail, phone number and address
4.Institutional Affiliation
5.Conference sub-theme(s) addressed
6.Background/context
7.Research/evaluation method
8.Outcomes
Poster guidelines
•The dimensions of the poster is 6' (height) by 4' (width).
•The poster should be oriented in portrait layout
•A banner displaying your poster title, name, institution and email address should be positioned at top-centre of the poster
Concurrent Session
Concurrent sessions will be on topics related to one or more of the conference sub-
themes. A 500 word abstract must be submitted for consideration by reviewers. Each
submitted proposal will be reviewed by 2-3 accomplished scholars across Canada.
The abstract submitted should contain eight labelled sections:
1.Title
2.Author(s)
3.Contact Information: E-mail, phone number and address
4.Institutional Affiliation
5.Conference sub-theme(s) addressed
6.Background/context
7.Research/evaluation method
8.Outcomes
Session guidelines
Each paper session will be 75 minutes in length and combine brief presentations with an interactive activity that engages all participants. Session leaders are encouraged to usediscussion, application, feedback, group and individual work, and role playing. All presentation rooms are equipped with computer and powerpoint technology. It is
expected that presenters will speak for 20-25 minutes, engage participants in an activity connected to their session for 30-35 minutes, and allow 10-15 minutes for questions and discussion.
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Deadlines:
Abstract submissions will be accepted until October 1st, 2010.
Decisions on accepted abstracts will be made by October 31st, 2010.
Full Papers for accepted abstracts are due by December 15th, 2010.
Selected scholarly papers will be included in the subsequent Conference Proceedings Document.
*Full, finished papers must be submitted for blind peer review. Papers should range between 5000-7000 words in length, excluding abstract (500 words), references and all appendices. All papers must use APA formatting and style guide. Longer papers will not be accepted.
Cancellations and fee recovery can be made until January 3rd, 2010.
After this date no refund will be issued.
Design Exchange - August Express 2010
Dear Members and Friends,
Recently I stopped to think about 'authenticity' and the importance of authentic design and architecture.
I suppose I am a purist, but I am opposed to objects and buildings pretending to be something that they are not.
Examples include plastic laminate that looks like marble or polyesters disguised as silks, big box stores housed in generic buildings, composite 'wood-look' decks, fake columns, etc. It gets more and more difficult to find authentic experiences - ‘chain’ restaurants that are found on every other corner in the world have consumed even the smallest of towns. And every major city has an aquarium that showcases the same types of exhibits.
It is encouraging when I see an investment in historic architecture or in the history of small towns. It would be great to see this history of our great Canadian cities and towns be made visible through streetscapes, exhibits, signage, preservation or new technological advances.
It's easy for developers, city governments, restaurateurs’ or business owners to use formulaic solutions, but I challenge everyone to find the 'uniqueness' in the opportunity and create something timeless. I know that authenticity is not always practical, but it does make an object, environment or experience that much more special.
Sam
*The Design Exchange is a proud member of Imagine Canada, the national charity that delivers research-based products and services to strengthen and promote Canada's community nonprofit sector.
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EXHIBITIONS
Bent Out of Shape: Canadian Industrial Design 1945 – Present
July 16th – October 10, 2010
$10 Adult, $8 Student/Senior, Free for DX members
Bent Out of Shape celebrates the Design Exchange’s rich industrial design collection dating from
1945 to the present. The exhibition showcases the permanent collection through the lens of material, method, technology, identity and transformation. In doing so Bent Out of Shape will illustrate rapid political, technological, and social changes which burst forth following WWII and moving toward modernity.
Design Domestic
July 5 – August 19, 2010
Free admission
Design Domestic is a photographic-based exhibit featuring nine Canadian designers/artists in their homes. The photographs will be exhibited alongside a personal artifact, on loan to the DX by each of the designers/artists. An Te Liu, Andrew Jones, Anne Cormier, Claude Cormier, Jason MacIsaac, Martin Kohn, Micah Lexier, Renee Daoust and Shaun Moore all to be featured.
Will Alsop: New Work.
The best is yet to come
August 25 – October 18, 2010
Free Admission
Will Alsop. New Work. The Best Is Yet To Come is an assemblage of memorabilia that reflects work, relationships and interests. The emergent mélange of history gives glimpses of the person but also an insight into working life. The idea of "Glimpse" is important.
Alsop explores themes that include the public view, beauty, light, proportion, the dirty canvas, tyranny of style, behavior, not function, materials, colour, immediacy, the health risk of boredom and urban migration.
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PROGRAMS
Summer Camps at the DX
Don’t forget to register your kids for design camps! Save your spot in Micro Design, Fashion in the Bag or Green Fashion. This year, in association with The Canadian Stage Company we present Drama & Dance for two weeks of fun filled activity and performances.
To download a registration package, visit: www.dx.org/designcamp
For more information, contact Katie Weber, Camp Director at 416-216-2138 or Katie@dx.org
Call for Submissions: 2010 Design Exchange Awards
The Design Exchange Awards (DXA’s) promote Canadian design excellence and recognizes the critical role of design in all types of organizations including commercial entities (large and small businesses), not-for-profit organizations, and the public sector. The awards celebrate the success stories achieved through close partnerships between clients and designers. The DXA's are Canada’s only award program to judge design by results, balancing function, aesthetics, and economic success.
Entry deadline is September 30, 2010.
To submit, visit:
www.dx.org/dxa
For more information contact Noa Bronstein at noa@dx.org
Call For Submissions: CANSTRUCTION
Canstruction is a unique competition highlighting the creativity and generosity of Toronto’s design professionals. Teams design and build structures completely out of canned food for the benefit of the Daily Break Food Bank. Structures are displayed in November throughout Cadillac Fairview grounds including the Design Exchange.
To view past entries or to participate visit: www.sdacanada.com
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IN FOCUS
NOT MADE IN CHINA
After studying photography and anthropology, Hugo Didier decided to devote himself to ceramics. Didier has chosen to follow the path of his ancestors as he comes from a long line of potters. With a strong background outside the field of ceramics, he decided to use this knowledge by merging old with new to produce a committed and modern collection.
The ceramicist explores the relationship we have with objects found all around us: their geographical origins, the methods with which they have been produced, their final use, and their inherent emotional connection--all of which stimulates his creativity.
www.hugodidier.com
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NEWS
DX Black & White Fundraising Gala
Something great will happen on 10/23/10
Where will you be?
TRIP TO ISRAEL WINNER!
Congratulation’s to Richard Murray for entering and winning the contest in conjunction with our recent From Mediterranean Traditional to Israeli Contemporary Design exhibit
at the DX. He has won a trip for 2 to Israel! Thanks to all our sponsors and partners: Israel Government Tourist Office, Air Canada and Peerless Travel and Cruise.
CALL FOR ENTRIES
DX STRATEGIC PLANNING RFP
Design Exchange is embarking on a strategic planning exercise to address changing dynamics, re-define a vision/strategy to achieve its core mandate, and reconsider the business related sustainability model on which the DX operates. The DX intends to retain the services of a qualified external advisor to assist with the strategic planning process, which is scheduled to occur from September 2010 to June 2011. Find the RFP here.
Make the Most of your Museum Experience!
The Design Exchange is excited to introduce our new Reciprocal Admission program
in collaboration with the Gardiner Museum, the Bata Shoe Museum and the Museum of Inuit Art!
After visiting the Design Exchange, guests will receive a special 2-for-1 admission price at any one of the participating museums. To enjoy this offer, simply bring your DX receipt with you to one of the other 3 specialty museums within 7 days (including day of purchase).
Make the most of your experience and plan your visits with us today!! www.dx.org
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MEMBER NEWS
DX WELCOMES NEW CORPORATE MEMBERS!
Fish Out of Water Design
Fish out of Water Design Inc. is a communications and design firm with a passion for creativity and problem solving. Our unique ability to create simplicity out of complexity provides refreshing solutions that drive results. www.fishoutofwaterdesign.com
Kasian Architecture
Established in 1985, Kasian is one of the largest integrated architecture and interior design firms in Canada. With more than 300 team members located in Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Mumbai, and Shanghai, Kasian has resources and expertise to deliver planning and design projects effectively and efficiently throughout Canada, and select locations worldwide.
Kasian offers fully integrated teams with members selected for their experience, skill, and passion. Kasian’s practice areas of expertise encompass Commercial, Interior Design, Civic, Health Care, Transportation, Academic, Research & Technology and Strategic Facilities Planning. www.kasian.com
Launch by Design Inc.
Launch by Design Inc. is an award-winning, internationally recognized architectural interior design firm. Providing dynamic designs for Retail, Hospitality, and Kids’ and Teens’ Cubs. The firm has built a solid reputation on delivering premium service and high standards to all their creative designs and growing international clientele. A multi-disciplinary studio that produces dynamic design solutions. Their brilliant designs and reputation launch them to international venues. www.launchbydesign.com
Core Architects’ Project Wins SLOW HOME AWARD
Core Architects and Freed Developments were awarded Best Loft/Apartment Design in Toronto for their condominium project Seventy5 at 75 Portland St. The Slow Home movement advocates thoughtful design of residential living environments that deliver effective space utilization, a connection to the outdoors and the community, and key environmental considerations.
Learn more about Core Architectsand the Slow Home Movement.
DX MEMBERSHIP!
Cool off at the DX during the summer months and explore other reciprocal galleries too. DX members receive reciprocal admission to other galleries that are members of the Ontario Association of Art Galleries. Learn more about what the DX has to offer you. Download the membership application form and become a member today!
www.dx.org/membership
For a complete listing of DX member benefits, visit our website at www.dx.org or call our Membership Coordinator, Rosa at 416.216.2127
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Fairmont Royal York Tea
The Fairmont Royal York has been providing the Afternoon Tea tradition since it opened in 1929. Tea is served in fine china along with sandwiches and pastries on Saturdays and Sundays in the Library Bar.
Tea time includes a chance to explore the hotel’s famous rooftop herb garden and bee apiary 18 stories above ground. For reservations call 416 860 5050 or festive@fairmont.com
Hylozoic Ground - YOU’VE GOT A FROND IN VENICE
Hylozoic Ground is Canada’s official entry to the Venice Biennale for architecture August 29 – November 21, 2010. It is an outstanding marriage of architecture, art, science and technology. Help build Hylozoic Ground one frond at a time!
Buy a frond, on of the delicate leaf-like building blocks of the installation, for a $100 donation. You name will be featured in our publicity, on our website and on our sponsor wall in Venice. Click here for more information.
Roots x Douglas Coupland
Iconic Retailers Michael Budman and Don Green of Roots and Author / Thinker Douglas Coupland come together to deliver a fresh Canadian brand through fashion.
more at www.roots.com
T.O.Haiti
Help. Listen. Lean. Dance like you give a damn.
Architecture for humanity Toronto
A Fundraiser For Haiti Earthquake Reconstruction
The Great Hall (1087 Queen Street West)
Thursday August 5th at 7pm
Tickets @ tohaiti.eventbrite.com or @ the door for $30
Featuring:
Guest Speakers; Doug Allen & Tamsin Ford
For more information visit: www.architectureforhumanity.ca
Interior Designers of Canada News
Teknion has announced that Ron Hughes, VP of Teknion Canadian Sales was recently names a Director of the Interior Designers of Canada’s new Board of Management. IDC’s recent restructure intends to strengthen its role as the voice of Canadian designers, coast to coast. Ron’s goal as part of the “new” IDC is to represent industry members such as Teknion.
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Job Opportunities
POST YOUR JOBS ON-LINE WITH THE DX!
Whether you are looking for good designers or are you looking for a great place to work in the design industry, keep your eyes on “Careers in Design” on our website. Contact Rosa with submissions at rosa@dx.org or 416.216.2127.
Click here to visit our Careers in Design page. New jobs posted daily.
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Volunteer Your Time And Learn About Design!
The DX has programs, lectures and many activities for the public, and we need your help! We are always looking for new people to join our volunteer corps. Whether it′s working on an event, graphic or web design, or assisting in our admin. office, you can be sure your time and help will make a difference! Your energy and imagination will help us deliver our programs! Find out how to register call Daniela Mason at 416 216 2160 or daniela.mason@dx.org
Suppliers And Vendors, Contribute In-kind To The DX!
Calling all design suppliers! The DX is looking for suppliers and vendors to help keep our facility on the leading edge of interior design. Over 250,000 people see our spaces each year so this is a great opportunity for you. As well, we can promote you via this Express newsletter and on our website. If you are interested, please don't hesitate to contact
Cindy Grenke at 416.216.2134 or cindy@dx.org.
Recently I stopped to think about 'authenticity' and the importance of authentic design and architecture.
I suppose I am a purist, but I am opposed to objects and buildings pretending to be something that they are not.
Examples include plastic laminate that looks like marble or polyesters disguised as silks, big box stores housed in generic buildings, composite 'wood-look' decks, fake columns, etc. It gets more and more difficult to find authentic experiences - ‘chain’ restaurants that are found on every other corner in the world have consumed even the smallest of towns. And every major city has an aquarium that showcases the same types of exhibits.
It is encouraging when I see an investment in historic architecture or in the history of small towns. It would be great to see this history of our great Canadian cities and towns be made visible through streetscapes, exhibits, signage, preservation or new technological advances.
It's easy for developers, city governments, restaurateurs’ or business owners to use formulaic solutions, but I challenge everyone to find the 'uniqueness' in the opportunity and create something timeless. I know that authenticity is not always practical, but it does make an object, environment or experience that much more special.
Sam
*The Design Exchange is a proud member of Imagine Canada, the national charity that delivers research-based products and services to strengthen and promote Canada's community nonprofit sector.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EXHIBITIONS
Bent Out of Shape: Canadian Industrial Design 1945 – Present
July 16th – October 10, 2010
$10 Adult, $8 Student/Senior, Free for DX members
Bent Out of Shape celebrates the Design Exchange’s rich industrial design collection dating from
1945 to the present. The exhibition showcases the permanent collection through the lens of material, method, technology, identity and transformation. In doing so Bent Out of Shape will illustrate rapid political, technological, and social changes which burst forth following WWII and moving toward modernity.
Design Domestic
July 5 – August 19, 2010
Free admission
Design Domestic is a photographic-based exhibit featuring nine Canadian designers/artists in their homes. The photographs will be exhibited alongside a personal artifact, on loan to the DX by each of the designers/artists. An Te Liu, Andrew Jones, Anne Cormier, Claude Cormier, Jason MacIsaac, Martin Kohn, Micah Lexier, Renee Daoust and Shaun Moore all to be featured.
Will Alsop: New Work.
The best is yet to come
August 25 – October 18, 2010
Free Admission
Will Alsop. New Work. The Best Is Yet To Come is an assemblage of memorabilia that reflects work, relationships and interests. The emergent mélange of history gives glimpses of the person but also an insight into working life. The idea of "Glimpse" is important.
Alsop explores themes that include the public view, beauty, light, proportion, the dirty canvas, tyranny of style, behavior, not function, materials, colour, immediacy, the health risk of boredom and urban migration.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PROGRAMS
Summer Camps at the DX
Don’t forget to register your kids for design camps! Save your spot in Micro Design, Fashion in the Bag or Green Fashion. This year, in association with The Canadian Stage Company we present Drama & Dance for two weeks of fun filled activity and performances.
To download a registration package, visit: www.dx.org/designcamp
For more information, contact Katie Weber, Camp Director at 416-216-2138 or Katie@dx.org
Call for Submissions: 2010 Design Exchange Awards
The Design Exchange Awards (DXA’s) promote Canadian design excellence and recognizes the critical role of design in all types of organizations including commercial entities (large and small businesses), not-for-profit organizations, and the public sector. The awards celebrate the success stories achieved through close partnerships between clients and designers. The DXA's are Canada’s only award program to judge design by results, balancing function, aesthetics, and economic success.
Entry deadline is September 30, 2010.
To submit, visit:
www.dx.org/dxa
For more information contact Noa Bronstein at noa@dx.org
Call For Submissions: CANSTRUCTION
Canstruction is a unique competition highlighting the creativity and generosity of Toronto’s design professionals. Teams design and build structures completely out of canned food for the benefit of the Daily Break Food Bank. Structures are displayed in November throughout Cadillac Fairview grounds including the Design Exchange.
To view past entries or to participate visit: www.sdacanada.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
IN FOCUS
NOT MADE IN CHINA
After studying photography and anthropology, Hugo Didier decided to devote himself to ceramics. Didier has chosen to follow the path of his ancestors as he comes from a long line of potters. With a strong background outside the field of ceramics, he decided to use this knowledge by merging old with new to produce a committed and modern collection.
The ceramicist explores the relationship we have with objects found all around us: their geographical origins, the methods with which they have been produced, their final use, and their inherent emotional connection--all of which stimulates his creativity.
www.hugodidier.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NEWS
DX Black & White Fundraising Gala
Something great will happen on 10/23/10
Where will you be?
TRIP TO ISRAEL WINNER!
Congratulation’s to Richard Murray for entering and winning the contest in conjunction with our recent From Mediterranean Traditional to Israeli Contemporary Design exhibit
at the DX. He has won a trip for 2 to Israel! Thanks to all our sponsors and partners: Israel Government Tourist Office, Air Canada and Peerless Travel and Cruise.
CALL FOR ENTRIES
DX STRATEGIC PLANNING RFP
Design Exchange is embarking on a strategic planning exercise to address changing dynamics, re-define a vision/strategy to achieve its core mandate, and reconsider the business related sustainability model on which the DX operates. The DX intends to retain the services of a qualified external advisor to assist with the strategic planning process, which is scheduled to occur from September 2010 to June 2011. Find the RFP here.
Make the Most of your Museum Experience!
The Design Exchange is excited to introduce our new Reciprocal Admission program
in collaboration with the Gardiner Museum, the Bata Shoe Museum and the Museum of Inuit Art!
After visiting the Design Exchange, guests will receive a special 2-for-1 admission price at any one of the participating museums. To enjoy this offer, simply bring your DX receipt with you to one of the other 3 specialty museums within 7 days (including day of purchase).
Make the most of your experience and plan your visits with us today!! www.dx.org
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MEMBER NEWS
DX WELCOMES NEW CORPORATE MEMBERS!
Fish Out of Water Design
Fish out of Water Design Inc. is a communications and design firm with a passion for creativity and problem solving. Our unique ability to create simplicity out of complexity provides refreshing solutions that drive results. www.fishoutofwaterdesign.com
Kasian Architecture
Established in 1985, Kasian is one of the largest integrated architecture and interior design firms in Canada. With more than 300 team members located in Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Mumbai, and Shanghai, Kasian has resources and expertise to deliver planning and design projects effectively and efficiently throughout Canada, and select locations worldwide.
Kasian offers fully integrated teams with members selected for their experience, skill, and passion. Kasian’s practice areas of expertise encompass Commercial, Interior Design, Civic, Health Care, Transportation, Academic, Research & Technology and Strategic Facilities Planning. www.kasian.com
Launch by Design Inc.
Launch by Design Inc. is an award-winning, internationally recognized architectural interior design firm. Providing dynamic designs for Retail, Hospitality, and Kids’ and Teens’ Cubs. The firm has built a solid reputation on delivering premium service and high standards to all their creative designs and growing international clientele. A multi-disciplinary studio that produces dynamic design solutions. Their brilliant designs and reputation launch them to international venues. www.launchbydesign.com
Core Architects’ Project Wins SLOW HOME AWARD
Core Architects and Freed Developments were awarded Best Loft/Apartment Design in Toronto for their condominium project Seventy5 at 75 Portland St. The Slow Home movement advocates thoughtful design of residential living environments that deliver effective space utilization, a connection to the outdoors and the community, and key environmental considerations.
Learn more about Core Architectsand the Slow Home Movement.
DX MEMBERSHIP!
Cool off at the DX during the summer months and explore other reciprocal galleries too. DX members receive reciprocal admission to other galleries that are members of the Ontario Association of Art Galleries. Learn more about what the DX has to offer you. Download the membership application form and become a member today!
www.dx.org/membership
For a complete listing of DX member benefits, visit our website at www.dx.org or call our Membership Coordinator, Rosa at 416.216.2127
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Fairmont Royal York Tea
The Fairmont Royal York has been providing the Afternoon Tea tradition since it opened in 1929. Tea is served in fine china along with sandwiches and pastries on Saturdays and Sundays in the Library Bar.
Tea time includes a chance to explore the hotel’s famous rooftop herb garden and bee apiary 18 stories above ground. For reservations call 416 860 5050 or festive@fairmont.com
Hylozoic Ground - YOU’VE GOT A FROND IN VENICE
Hylozoic Ground is Canada’s official entry to the Venice Biennale for architecture August 29 – November 21, 2010. It is an outstanding marriage of architecture, art, science and technology. Help build Hylozoic Ground one frond at a time!
Buy a frond, on of the delicate leaf-like building blocks of the installation, for a $100 donation. You name will be featured in our publicity, on our website and on our sponsor wall in Venice. Click here for more information.
Roots x Douglas Coupland
Iconic Retailers Michael Budman and Don Green of Roots and Author / Thinker Douglas Coupland come together to deliver a fresh Canadian brand through fashion.
more at www.roots.com
T.O.Haiti
Help. Listen. Lean. Dance like you give a damn.
Architecture for humanity Toronto
A Fundraiser For Haiti Earthquake Reconstruction
The Great Hall (1087 Queen Street West)
Thursday August 5th at 7pm
Tickets @ tohaiti.eventbrite.com or @ the door for $30
Featuring:
Guest Speakers; Doug Allen & Tamsin Ford
For more information visit: www.architectureforhumanity.ca
Interior Designers of Canada News
Teknion has announced that Ron Hughes, VP of Teknion Canadian Sales was recently names a Director of the Interior Designers of Canada’s new Board of Management. IDC’s recent restructure intends to strengthen its role as the voice of Canadian designers, coast to coast. Ron’s goal as part of the “new” IDC is to represent industry members such as Teknion.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Job Opportunities
POST YOUR JOBS ON-LINE WITH THE DX!
Whether you are looking for good designers or are you looking for a great place to work in the design industry, keep your eyes on “Careers in Design” on our website. Contact Rosa with submissions at rosa@dx.org or 416.216.2127.
Click here to visit our Careers in Design page. New jobs posted daily.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Volunteer Your Time And Learn About Design!
The DX has programs, lectures and many activities for the public, and we need your help! We are always looking for new people to join our volunteer corps. Whether it′s working on an event, graphic or web design, or assisting in our admin. office, you can be sure your time and help will make a difference! Your energy and imagination will help us deliver our programs! Find out how to register call Daniela Mason at 416 216 2160 or daniela.mason@dx.org
Suppliers And Vendors, Contribute In-kind To The DX!
Calling all design suppliers! The DX is looking for suppliers and vendors to help keep our facility on the leading edge of interior design. Over 250,000 people see our spaces each year so this is a great opportunity for you. As well, we can promote you via this Express newsletter and on our website. If you are interested, please don't hesitate to contact
Cindy Grenke at 416.216.2134 or cindy@dx.org.
MIE Newsletter Vol. 02 // No. 5
August 3, 2010 Vol. 02 // No. 5
Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Research Activities // Graduate Studies // Student Affairs // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
AMIGAS/Faculty Softball League!
The AMIGAS/Faculty softball team is half-way through what has been a great season so far. After four games, they have two wins, one tie and one loss. The team is made up of 12 grad students, two post-docs, four faculty (Profs. Aleman, Beck, Carter and Simmons) and one talented undergrad. To celebrate the mid-way point of the season, the team went to Molly Bloom's Irish Pub after their last game for some drinks and snacks.
Best of luck to the team in the second half of the season!
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The Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) Photography Contest
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering is excited to announce a photography competition for the new Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE).
The CSE brings together researchers, educators and students from across the University, along with industrial and government partners to work towards a shared goal of improving the environment. The goal will be realized through policies, education and the development of clean energy technologies.
The department is looking to the UofT community to take a photograph that represents what the centre is about. The photograph will be used on the CSE website and printed material. The image must visually convey the concept of sustainable energy.
Cash prizes for the top three photos are:
•$250 top photo
•$150 runner-up photo
•$100 third-place photo
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Faculty of Arts and Science Mentorship Program Seeking Faculty Mentors
The Faculty of Arts and Science Mentorship Program is an enrichment program for top high school students across the city. Over 2,100 students over the past 12 years have been paired with professors working on research projects.
The program has proven to be rewarding for both students and mentors. Former mentorship program students say the program changed their lives with some now pursuing careers in medicine, nutritional science and medical biophysics.
If you are a faculty member who would be interested being a mentor for the program, please contact Britt Gullick. She can also put you in touch with a past/current mentor if you wish to speak with one.
Prof. Andreas Mandelis has also previously acted as a mentor in this program.
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Research Activities
CANCAM Call for Papers
The 23rd Canadian Congress of Applied Mechanics (CANCAM) will be taking place between June 5-9, 2011 at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at UBC. The event is a biennial conference that is geared toward researchers in mechanical, electro-mechanical, civil, aerospace and manufacturing and applied mathematics.
CANCAM is looking for original short papers on a broad range of topics.
Seminars
Special ORIS Seminar: Reflections on the very Early Days of Industrial Engineering at UofT
Speaker: Professor Emeritus Morton J.M. Posner
Date: Tuesday, August 3 (Today)
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: MC 331
As we enter the 50th Anniversary of the program in Industrial Engineering, we have the pleasure of a visit from Prof. Morton Posner. He will deliver an informal talk about the early days of the program, the various contributions of the staff who formed the department at the time, and the current reflections of what can be learned from that experience. Professor Posner was one of the first staff members who joined the new department in 1967, from which he retired in 2001. He has an eminent research career, including numerous publications in journals such as Naval Research Logistics, Operations Research, Journal of Applied Probability and Advances in Applied Probability.
All students and faculty are welcome to attend.
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Interfacial Thermal Fluid Phenomena in Gas Shear-Driven Films and Rivulets
Speaker: Prof. Oleg A. Kabov, Head of Laboratory of Enhancement of Heat Transfer, Institute for Thermophysics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russia
Date: Friday, August 6
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: MC 331
Graduate Studies
MIE Graduate Student Travel Grant
MIE is accepting applications to the MIE Grad Student Travel Grant Application Program that will award up to eight grants of $750 to enable conference travel between September and December of 2010.
Applications are due by Tuesday, August 3 (Today).
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Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
The MIE departmental deadline for submissions is Friday, September 10.
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TA Applications for Fall 2010
The MIE Undergraduate Office is now accepting TA applications for the Fall 2010 semester. The applications must be completed online through the new MIE TA Application System. The system can be found here.
You have until Tuesday, August 24 at 4 PM to apply for these positions.
You can access the system through your UTORid. All returning students should already have a UTORid and be able to log into the system.
Student Affairs
Undergraduate Leadership Course Returns this Fall
The Leaders of Tomorrow Office will be offering APS501: Leadership and Leading in Groups and Organizations course again this fall.
APS501 will be led by a seasoned Canadian businessperson and Skule alumnus with decades of engineering leadership experience both nationally and internationally.
This highly interactive course covers topics ranging from self-leadership, to setting strategic direction, to implementing change in a business enterprise. Concepts presented will be useful for aspiring leaders of large, small, for-profit, and not-for-profit organizations. Students will learn the skills, character attributes, and behavioural capabilities to prepare them to lead effectively.
Beginning July 30, interested students must visit LOT’s website and complete an online registration form.
The deadline to submit your application is Wednesday, August 11. The LOT office will email you directly regarding your application results by August 20. Enrolment is limited to 20 undergraduate spaces. Students will be admitted to the course based on their experience in and commitment to leadership development.
If you have any further questions about this course or about the application process, please e-mail the office or call 416-978-3018.
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Announcements
Building a Blackboard Course: Getting Started
Blackboard, the University of Toronto’s learning management system, provides online access to course materials and a variety of tools to enhance teaching and learning activities. This two-hour, hands-on session has been developed for faculty, teaching assistants and course administrators who are new to Blackboard, and those with limited Blackboard experience.
Participants will learn how to set up and run a course in Blackboard. The session will cover the following: organizing and managing a Blackboard course, posting files, understanding the lifecycle of a UofT Blackboard course, managing enrolments, and sending announcements and emails through Blackboard. Participants will also be introduced to other key features in Blackboard, including the Content Collection, the Discussion Board and the Grade Center.
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Vacation
Faculty:
Prof. David James, August 2 – 6 (conference)
Prof. Jane Postma, July 26 – August 3
Staff:
Joe Baptista, Facilities Coordinator and Building Officer: July 28 – August 4
Gordon Boudreau, Machinist: July 12 – August 6
Jeff Sansome, Machinist: July 26, August 3
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Table of Contents: Chair's Office // Research Activities // Graduate Studies // Student Affairs // Announcements // Vacation // Previous Newsletter & Links
Chair's Office
AMIGAS/Faculty Softball League!
The AMIGAS/Faculty softball team is half-way through what has been a great season so far. After four games, they have two wins, one tie and one loss. The team is made up of 12 grad students, two post-docs, four faculty (Profs. Aleman, Beck, Carter and Simmons) and one talented undergrad. To celebrate the mid-way point of the season, the team went to Molly Bloom's Irish Pub after their last game for some drinks and snacks.
Best of luck to the team in the second half of the season!
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The Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) Photography Contest
The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering is excited to announce a photography competition for the new Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE).
The CSE brings together researchers, educators and students from across the University, along with industrial and government partners to work towards a shared goal of improving the environment. The goal will be realized through policies, education and the development of clean energy technologies.
The department is looking to the UofT community to take a photograph that represents what the centre is about. The photograph will be used on the CSE website and printed material. The image must visually convey the concept of sustainable energy.
Cash prizes for the top three photos are:
•$250 top photo
•$150 runner-up photo
•$100 third-place photo
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Faculty of Arts and Science Mentorship Program Seeking Faculty Mentors
The Faculty of Arts and Science Mentorship Program is an enrichment program for top high school students across the city. Over 2,100 students over the past 12 years have been paired with professors working on research projects.
The program has proven to be rewarding for both students and mentors. Former mentorship program students say the program changed their lives with some now pursuing careers in medicine, nutritional science and medical biophysics.
If you are a faculty member who would be interested being a mentor for the program, please contact Britt Gullick. She can also put you in touch with a past/current mentor if you wish to speak with one.
Prof. Andreas Mandelis has also previously acted as a mentor in this program.
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Research Activities
CANCAM Call for Papers
The 23rd Canadian Congress of Applied Mechanics (CANCAM) will be taking place between June 5-9, 2011 at the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at UBC. The event is a biennial conference that is geared toward researchers in mechanical, electro-mechanical, civil, aerospace and manufacturing and applied mathematics.
CANCAM is looking for original short papers on a broad range of topics.
Seminars
Special ORIS Seminar: Reflections on the very Early Days of Industrial Engineering at UofT
Speaker: Professor Emeritus Morton J.M. Posner
Date: Tuesday, August 3 (Today)
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: MC 331
As we enter the 50th Anniversary of the program in Industrial Engineering, we have the pleasure of a visit from Prof. Morton Posner. He will deliver an informal talk about the early days of the program, the various contributions of the staff who formed the department at the time, and the current reflections of what can be learned from that experience. Professor Posner was one of the first staff members who joined the new department in 1967, from which he retired in 2001. He has an eminent research career, including numerous publications in journals such as Naval Research Logistics, Operations Research, Journal of Applied Probability and Advances in Applied Probability.
All students and faculty are welcome to attend.
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Interfacial Thermal Fluid Phenomena in Gas Shear-Driven Films and Rivulets
Speaker: Prof. Oleg A. Kabov, Head of Laboratory of Enhancement of Heat Transfer, Institute for Thermophysics, Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russia
Date: Friday, August 6
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: MC 331
Graduate Studies
MIE Graduate Student Travel Grant
MIE is accepting applications to the MIE Grad Student Travel Grant Application Program that will award up to eight grants of $750 to enable conference travel between September and December of 2010.
Applications are due by Tuesday, August 3 (Today).
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Doctoral Completion Award (DCA) for 2010/2011
The MIE departmental deadline for submissions is Friday, September 10.
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TA Applications for Fall 2010
The MIE Undergraduate Office is now accepting TA applications for the Fall 2010 semester. The applications must be completed online through the new MIE TA Application System. The system can be found here.
You have until Tuesday, August 24 at 4 PM to apply for these positions.
You can access the system through your UTORid. All returning students should already have a UTORid and be able to log into the system.
Student Affairs
Undergraduate Leadership Course Returns this Fall
The Leaders of Tomorrow Office will be offering APS501: Leadership and Leading in Groups and Organizations course again this fall.
APS501 will be led by a seasoned Canadian businessperson and Skule alumnus with decades of engineering leadership experience both nationally and internationally.
This highly interactive course covers topics ranging from self-leadership, to setting strategic direction, to implementing change in a business enterprise. Concepts presented will be useful for aspiring leaders of large, small, for-profit, and not-for-profit organizations. Students will learn the skills, character attributes, and behavioural capabilities to prepare them to lead effectively.
Beginning July 30, interested students must visit LOT’s website and complete an online registration form.
The deadline to submit your application is Wednesday, August 11. The LOT office will email you directly regarding your application results by August 20. Enrolment is limited to 20 undergraduate spaces. Students will be admitted to the course based on their experience in and commitment to leadership development.
If you have any further questions about this course or about the application process, please e-mail the office or call 416-978-3018.
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Announcements
Building a Blackboard Course: Getting Started
Blackboard, the University of Toronto’s learning management system, provides online access to course materials and a variety of tools to enhance teaching and learning activities. This two-hour, hands-on session has been developed for faculty, teaching assistants and course administrators who are new to Blackboard, and those with limited Blackboard experience.
Participants will learn how to set up and run a course in Blackboard. The session will cover the following: organizing and managing a Blackboard course, posting files, understanding the lifecycle of a UofT Blackboard course, managing enrolments, and sending announcements and emails through Blackboard. Participants will also be introduced to other key features in Blackboard, including the Content Collection, the Discussion Board and the Grade Center.
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Vacation
Faculty:
Prof. David James, August 2 – 6 (conference)
Prof. Jane Postma, July 26 – August 3
Staff:
Joe Baptista, Facilities Coordinator and Building Officer: July 28 – August 4
Gordon Boudreau, Machinist: July 12 – August 6
Jeff Sansome, Machinist: July 26, August 3
Previous Newsletter & LinksPrevious MIE newsletter
All MIE newsletters
MIE Website: www.mie.utoronto.ca
Copyright © 2009-10 University of Toronto | Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering | Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, All Rights Reserved
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