Good Afternoon,
The Water Institute is pleased to have Dr. Tony Allan as our inaugural Water Institute Distinguished Lecturer on Thursday May 26 at 3:00 p.m. in EIT 1015, University of Waterloo.
Water Security and the Role of Trade
Professor Tony Allan
Department of Geography
and School of Oriental and African Studies
King’s College London
2008 Stockholm Water Prize Recipient
Thursday May 26, 2011
3:00 pm, Centre for Environmental and Information Technology, Room 1015
University of Waterloo
A reception will follow in the first floor foyer, Centre for Environmental and Information Technology.
Dr. Allan will be visiting Waterloo for 3 days, May 25-27. If someone would like to meet with Dr. Allan during his visit to Waterloo, please email mahardy@uwaterloo.ca
All are welcome and admission is free.
Regards,
Mary Anne Hardy
Water Institute
University of Waterloo
519-888-4567 Ext. 32658
mahardy@uwaterloo.ca
www.water.uwaterloo.ca
Friday, May 20, 2011
[PDADC-L] Farewell Invitation
Cheryl Misak and Scott Mabury invite you to join them in wishing a very fond farewell to Elizabeth Sisam who retires after 31 years of devoted service to the University of Toronto.
DATE: June 9, 2011
PLACE: Courtyard, Massey College
TIME: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Please rsvp to rsvp.provost@utoronto.ca by June 1, 2011
DATE: June 9, 2011
PLACE: Courtyard, Massey College
TIME: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Please rsvp to rsvp.provost@utoronto.ca by June 1, 2011
[PDADC-L] Judith Wolfson - Re-Appointment as Vice-President, University Relations
PDAD&C #81, 2010-11
Memorandum
To: Members of the Governing Council
Members of the Academic Board
Members of the Business Board
Members of the University Affairs Board
Members of the College of Electors
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers, and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, UTSU, UTMSU and SCSU
From: David Naylor, President
Date: May 19, 2011
Re: Judith Wolfson - Re-Appointment as Vice-President, University Relations
I am very pleased to announce the re-appointment of Judith Wolfson as Vice-President, University Relations at the University of Toronto for a further term, beginning July 1, 2011 and ending December 31, 2013. This re-appointment was endorsed at today's meeting of the Governing Council.
Ms Wolfson was first appointed to the newly created position of Vice-President, University Relations in July 2006 for a five year term. As Vice-President University Relations, Ms. Wolfson works across the entire University in support of positive relationships with governments, other public sector institutions, international partners, private sector and community partners, and the University's broad range of stakeholders. Her portfolio includes three key areas: Government, Institutional and Community Relations, International Relations and Strategic Communications.
Under Ms Wolfson's leadership, we have enjoyed unprecedented commitments of federal and provincial infrastructure funding for major projects on all three campuses. In concert with a range of colleagues across the University, Ms Wolfson has coordinated strong advocacy for a variety of internal educational, research, scholarship and student aid priorities.
Her team has also provided a sharper focus for international partnerships and facilitated a number of academic initiatives abroad. The result has been a growth in opportunities for faculty and students alike, along with greater global interest in the University of Toronto, exemplified by more than 160 delegations to the University over the last 3 years alone. Outward delegations in turn have been targeted to governments and peer institutions in China, India, Brazil, Europe and the Middle East.
As to communications, on Ms Wolfson's watch, we have seen an increased share of media coverage for the University, major enhancements to our websites and related digital traffic, the adoption of a more effective and consistent visual identity, and a shift to customized electronic communication, exemplified by the e-Bulletin. University Relations has also partnered with the Office of the Vice-Provost, Students, in many of the recent changes that have markedly improved the University's student recruitment tactics.
A double graduate of the University of Toronto in Law (LLB, 1980) and Social Work (MSW, 1972), Ms. Wolfson was President and Chief Executive Officer of Interac Association/Acxsys Corporation from 1998-2006. She also spent 10 years with the Government of Ontario, serving three Premiers: the Hon. David Peterson, the Hon. Bob Rae, and the Hon. Mike Harris. Among others, her portfolios included Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Technology; Deputy Minister, Economic Development, Trade and Tourism; and Deputy Minister of Consumer and Commercial Relations.
I have every confidence that the University of Toronto will be extremely well served by Judith Wolfson's continued leadership in the University Relations portfolio.
Memorandum
To: Members of the Governing Council
Members of the Academic Board
Members of the Business Board
Members of the University Affairs Board
Members of the College of Electors
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers, and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, UTSU, UTMSU and SCSU
From: David Naylor, President
Date: May 19, 2011
Re: Judith Wolfson - Re-Appointment as Vice-President, University Relations
I am very pleased to announce the re-appointment of Judith Wolfson as Vice-President, University Relations at the University of Toronto for a further term, beginning July 1, 2011 and ending December 31, 2013. This re-appointment was endorsed at today's meeting of the Governing Council.
Ms Wolfson was first appointed to the newly created position of Vice-President, University Relations in July 2006 for a five year term. As Vice-President University Relations, Ms. Wolfson works across the entire University in support of positive relationships with governments, other public sector institutions, international partners, private sector and community partners, and the University's broad range of stakeholders. Her portfolio includes three key areas: Government, Institutional and Community Relations, International Relations and Strategic Communications.
Under Ms Wolfson's leadership, we have enjoyed unprecedented commitments of federal and provincial infrastructure funding for major projects on all three campuses. In concert with a range of colleagues across the University, Ms Wolfson has coordinated strong advocacy for a variety of internal educational, research, scholarship and student aid priorities.
Her team has also provided a sharper focus for international partnerships and facilitated a number of academic initiatives abroad. The result has been a growth in opportunities for faculty and students alike, along with greater global interest in the University of Toronto, exemplified by more than 160 delegations to the University over the last 3 years alone. Outward delegations in turn have been targeted to governments and peer institutions in China, India, Brazil, Europe and the Middle East.
As to communications, on Ms Wolfson's watch, we have seen an increased share of media coverage for the University, major enhancements to our websites and related digital traffic, the adoption of a more effective and consistent visual identity, and a shift to customized electronic communication, exemplified by the e-Bulletin. University Relations has also partnered with the Office of the Vice-Provost, Students, in many of the recent changes that have markedly improved the University's student recruitment tactics.
A double graduate of the University of Toronto in Law (LLB, 1980) and Social Work (MSW, 1972), Ms. Wolfson was President and Chief Executive Officer of Interac Association/Acxsys Corporation from 1998-2006. She also spent 10 years with the Government of Ontario, serving three Premiers: the Hon. David Peterson, the Hon. Bob Rae, and the Hon. Mike Harris. Among others, her portfolios included Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Technology; Deputy Minister, Economic Development, Trade and Tourism; and Deputy Minister of Consumer and Commercial Relations.
I have every confidence that the University of Toronto will be extremely well served by Judith Wolfson's continued leadership in the University Relations portfolio.
[PDADC-L] Professor Angela Hildyard - Re- Appointment as Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity
PDADC #80, 2010-11
Memorandum
To: Members of the Governing Council
Members of the Academic Board
Members of the Business Board
Members of the University Affairs Board
Members of the College of Electors
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers, and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, UTSU, UTMSU and SCSU
From: David Naylor, President
Date: May 19, 2011
Re: Professor Angela Hildyard - Re- Appointment as Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity
I am very pleased to announce the re-appointment of Professor Angela Hildyard as Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity at the University of Toronto for a further term, beginning July 1, 2011 and ending June 30, 2014. This re-appointment was endorsed at today's meeting of the Governing Council.
Professor Hildyard was first appointed for a seven-year term (July 1, 2001 to June 30, 2008), followed by a three-year renewal (July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011). This re-appointment will extend her service to the Human Resources and Equity portfolio to thirteen years in 2014.
Professor Hildyard is a distinguished colleague who has made major leadership contributions both as a member of the University's executive team and in the direction and strategic oversight of the Human Resources and Equity portfolio. The portfolio, with its eight Equity Offices, Office of Environmental Health and Safety and twelve affiliated divisional Human Resources offices, provides expertise, advice, and leadership to the University community on a variety of human resource, equity, health and safety issues and initiatives.
As one of the longest serving Vice-Presidents in the University's history, Professor Hildyard has facilitated equitable, principled and sustainable relationships within our complex University environment comprised of 23 distinct employee groups, including the Faculty Association. In that context, she has overseen scores of successful negotiations with our employees' representatives and will continue to do so over the next several years.
Under Professor Hildyard's leadership as Vice-President, the University of Toronto has regularly received recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, one of the Top 50 Employers in the GTA; one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, one of Canada's Top Family friendly Employers and one of Canada's Best Employers for those over 40.
President of the Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada and Chair of the Association of Commonwealth Universities' HR Executive network, Professor Hildyard is regularly called upon to review both HR and Equity & Diversity offices in other Canadian institutions and she is active within COU on disability related issues. She also mentors a large number of junior and senior colleagues both within UofT and more broadly within the post-secondary sector in Canada.
Professor Hildyard maintains an active scholarly life, regularly teaching a graduate course on Leadership and Diversity in Higher Education and supervising a number of doctoral students at OISE. Prior to her appointment as Vice-President, Professor Hildyard served OISE and the UofT in a wide variety of administrative positions since 1979, and was Principal of Woodsworth College from 1998- 2001. She holds a B.Sc.(Hons.) in Psychology from the University of Exeter, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Toronto.
I have every confidence that the University of Toronto will be extremely well served by Professor Angela Hildyard's continued leadership in the Human Resources and Equity portfolio.
Memorandum
To: Members of the Governing Council
Members of the Academic Board
Members of the Business Board
Members of the University Affairs Board
Members of the College of Electors
Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers, and Confidential Staff
President of UTFA
Presidents of Employee Unions
Presidents of APUS, GSU, UTSU, UTMSU and SCSU
From: David Naylor, President
Date: May 19, 2011
Re: Professor Angela Hildyard - Re- Appointment as Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity
I am very pleased to announce the re-appointment of Professor Angela Hildyard as Vice-President, Human Resources and Equity at the University of Toronto for a further term, beginning July 1, 2011 and ending June 30, 2014. This re-appointment was endorsed at today's meeting of the Governing Council.
Professor Hildyard was first appointed for a seven-year term (July 1, 2001 to June 30, 2008), followed by a three-year renewal (July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2011). This re-appointment will extend her service to the Human Resources and Equity portfolio to thirteen years in 2014.
Professor Hildyard is a distinguished colleague who has made major leadership contributions both as a member of the University's executive team and in the direction and strategic oversight of the Human Resources and Equity portfolio. The portfolio, with its eight Equity Offices, Office of Environmental Health and Safety and twelve affiliated divisional Human Resources offices, provides expertise, advice, and leadership to the University community on a variety of human resource, equity, health and safety issues and initiatives.
As one of the longest serving Vice-Presidents in the University's history, Professor Hildyard has facilitated equitable, principled and sustainable relationships within our complex University environment comprised of 23 distinct employee groups, including the Faculty Association. In that context, she has overseen scores of successful negotiations with our employees' representatives and will continue to do so over the next several years.
Under Professor Hildyard's leadership as Vice-President, the University of Toronto has regularly received recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, one of the Top 50 Employers in the GTA; one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, one of Canada's Top Family friendly Employers and one of Canada's Best Employers for those over 40.
President of the Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada and Chair of the Association of Commonwealth Universities' HR Executive network, Professor Hildyard is regularly called upon to review both HR and Equity & Diversity offices in other Canadian institutions and she is active within COU on disability related issues. She also mentors a large number of junior and senior colleagues both within UofT and more broadly within the post-secondary sector in Canada.
Professor Hildyard maintains an active scholarly life, regularly teaching a graduate course on Leadership and Diversity in Higher Education and supervising a number of doctoral students at OISE. Prior to her appointment as Vice-President, Professor Hildyard served OISE and the UofT in a wide variety of administrative positions since 1979, and was Principal of Woodsworth College from 1998- 2001. She holds a B.Sc.(Hons.) in Psychology from the University of Exeter, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Toronto.
I have every confidence that the University of Toronto will be extremely well served by Professor Angela Hildyard's continued leadership in the Human Resources and Equity portfolio.
[PDADC-L] PTR/Merit Assessment and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
PDADC#79, 2010-11
MEMORANDUM
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
From: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost Faculty & Academic Life
Date: May 20, 2011
Re: PTR/Merit Assessment and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
Although the University has yet to reach an agreement with UTFA with respect to salary and benefit negotiations for 2011-12, we are asking all administrators to implement PTR awards effective July 1, 2011. This decision reflects our belief that the University should recognize the impressive commitment that our faculty and librarians have shown during these difficult economic times.
We note that PDAD&C #76 provided PTR/Merit Assessment and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11. The memo was issued on 29th April 2011 and provided a timetable for all divisions to initiate the Merit Assessment process. Given our decision to move ahead with implementation, it is important that all faculty and librarians receive written notification of their performance assessment and PTR by July 1st 2011.
MEMORANDUM
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors and Chairs
From: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost Faculty & Academic Life
Date: May 20, 2011
Re: PTR/Merit Assessment and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
Although the University has yet to reach an agreement with UTFA with respect to salary and benefit negotiations for 2011-12, we are asking all administrators to implement PTR awards effective July 1, 2011. This decision reflects our belief that the University should recognize the impressive commitment that our faculty and librarians have shown during these difficult economic times.
We note that PDAD&C #76 provided PTR/Merit Assessment and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11. The memo was issued on 29th April 2011 and provided a timetable for all divisions to initiate the Merit Assessment process. Given our decision to move ahead with implementation, it is important that all faculty and librarians receive written notification of their performance assessment and PTR by July 1st 2011.
Friday, May 13, 2011
FAG Foundation: Innovation Award 2011 - € 20.000
Ladies and Gentlemen:
The FAG Foundation announces the "Innovation Award 2011 " valued at a total of € 20.000.
It rewards outstanding treatises in the subject areas of
Product Innovation, Advanced Manufacturing, Market Strategy
You will find further information about the award and the foundation at the founder's homepage under www.schaeffler.com / www.fag.com heading Career, Innovation Award. There you will find the Application forms.
Send application to
FAG Stiftung
Georg-Schäfer-Str. 30
D-97421 Schweinfurt.
The submission deadline is July 31, 2011.
We kindly ask you to support the Innovation Award through publicity (passing on of the information to colleagues, your employees and/or students).
Yours Sincerely,
Ellen Matthieß
FAG Foundation
Schaeffler Technologies GmbH & Co. KG
Georg-Schäfer-Straße 30
97421 Schweinfurt, Germany
Phone 0049 9721 91-2651 • Fax 0049 9721 91-3606
mailto:Ellen.Matthiess@Schaeffler.com • http://www.fag.com
Sitz Herzogenaurach
Registergericht: AG Fürth HRA 2681
The FAG Foundation announces the "Innovation Award 2011 " valued at a total of € 20.000.
It rewards outstanding treatises in the subject areas of
Product Innovation, Advanced Manufacturing, Market Strategy
You will find further information about the award and the foundation at the founder's homepage under www.schaeffler.com / www.fag.com heading Career, Innovation Award. There you will find the Application forms.
Send application to
FAG Stiftung
Georg-Schäfer-Str. 30
D-97421 Schweinfurt.
The submission deadline is July 31, 2011.
We kindly ask you to support the Innovation Award through publicity (passing on of the information to colleagues, your employees and/or students).
Yours Sincerely,
Ellen Matthieß
FAG Foundation
Schaeffler Technologies GmbH & Co. KG
Georg-Schäfer-Straße 30
97421 Schweinfurt, Germany
Phone 0049 9721 91-2651 • Fax 0049 9721 91-3606
mailto:Ellen.Matthiess@Schaeffler.com • http://www.fag.com
Sitz Herzogenaurach
Registergericht: AG Fürth HRA 2681
Centre for Sustainable Energy: CSE Energy Showcase - Monday, May 16, 2011
Monday, May 16 • Centre for Sustainable Energy • University of Toronto
Professor Olivera Kesler, Director, Centre for Sustainable Energy, cordially invites you to attend the
CSE Energy Showcase
Please click here (http://www.mie.utoronto.ca/news/events.php?year=2011&month=5#179) to RSVP and to view the full schedule of talks.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Mechanical Building, University of Toronto
5 King's College Road, MC 102 (Map)
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
You are invited to submit a poster. Please send title and abstract (100 - 200 words) to: cse@mie.utoronto.ca.
Professor Olivera Kesler, Director, Centre for Sustainable Energy, cordially invites you to attend the
CSE Energy Showcase
Please click here (http://www.mie.utoronto.ca/news/events.php?year=2011&month=5#179) to RSVP and to view the full schedule of talks.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Mechanical Building, University of Toronto
5 King's College Road, MC 102 (Map)
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
You are invited to submit a poster. Please send title and abstract (100 - 200 words) to: cse@mie.utoronto.ca.
[PDADC-L] USW Job Evaluation - Next Steps
PDAD&C #78-2011
HR #32, 2010-2011
To: PDAD&C
Professional/Managerial Staff
From: Christina Sass-Kortsak
Assistant Vice-President, Human Resources
Date: May 13, 2011
RE: USW Job Evaluation – Next Steps
As you are aware, the University and USW Local 1998 have reached a final settlement on the implementation and maintenance of the new job evaluation system and classification process called SES/U (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/75.htm). One of the next steps under that agreement is to complete the rating of any positions that have been newly created or reclassified since August 2007 up until May 2011 (referred to as “Wave 7”).
The first step in this process is to launch the joint University and Union questionnaire to obtain additional information about positions that may not be captured in the job description. Many of you were involved in completing questionnaires with respect to the positions that have already been evaluated (Waves 1-6).
On June 1, 2011 the on-line questionnaire will be launched to all employees in Wave 7. Employees will have 3 weeks to complete the questionnaire and are to receive up to 3 hours release time for this purpose. Managers of USW employees in Wave 7 will then have up to four weeks to review the questionnaire and make comments.
It is very important that the managers take time to review and comment on the questionnaire. The information in the Questionnaires will be relied on to rate USW positions and can have an impact on relative salary levels. If the manager has not reviewed and provided feedback on the employee’s questionnaire responses within the 4 week timeline, the Joint Job Evaluation Committee will use the employee comments in the job evaluation exercise without any management validation.. Those of you with employees in Wave 7 will receive the questionnaire by email sometime during the last 2 weeks of June.
Divisional HR Offices will be organizing training sessions for Managers on the questionnaire throughout the month of June. If you were unable to attend a session a copy of the PowerPoint presentation can be found at: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu/managers.htm
Thank you in advance for your assistance in ensuring that we have the necessary information to rate positions appropriately.
*More information and resources on the SES/U Job Evaluation Project are available at http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
HR #32, 2010-2011
To: PDAD&C
Professional/Managerial Staff
From: Christina Sass-Kortsak
Assistant Vice-President, Human Resources
Date: May 13, 2011
RE: USW Job Evaluation – Next Steps
As you are aware, the University and USW Local 1998 have reached a final settlement on the implementation and maintenance of the new job evaluation system and classification process called SES/U (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/public/pdadc/2010_to_2011/75.htm). One of the next steps under that agreement is to complete the rating of any positions that have been newly created or reclassified since August 2007 up until May 2011 (referred to as “Wave 7”).
The first step in this process is to launch the joint University and Union questionnaire to obtain additional information about positions that may not be captured in the job description. Many of you were involved in completing questionnaires with respect to the positions that have already been evaluated (Waves 1-6).
On June 1, 2011 the on-line questionnaire will be launched to all employees in Wave 7. Employees will have 3 weeks to complete the questionnaire and are to receive up to 3 hours release time for this purpose. Managers of USW employees in Wave 7 will then have up to four weeks to review the questionnaire and make comments.
It is very important that the managers take time to review and comment on the questionnaire. The information in the Questionnaires will be relied on to rate USW positions and can have an impact on relative salary levels. If the manager has not reviewed and provided feedback on the employee’s questionnaire responses within the 4 week timeline, the Joint Job Evaluation Committee will use the employee comments in the job evaluation exercise without any management validation.. Those of you with employees in Wave 7 will receive the questionnaire by email sometime during the last 2 weeks of June.
Divisional HR Offices will be organizing training sessions for Managers on the questionnaire throughout the month of June. If you were unable to attend a session a copy of the PowerPoint presentation can be found at: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu/managers.htm
Thank you in advance for your assistance in ensuring that we have the necessary information to rate positions appropriately.
*More information and resources on the SES/U Job Evaluation Project are available at http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/labourrelations/sesu.htm
[PDADC-L] Announcement of Senior Appointment - University Relations
MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 11, 2011
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
Governing Council
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
FROM: Judith Wolfson, Vice President, University Relations
RE: Announcement of Senior Appointment:
Mr. Michael Kurts, Assistant Vice President,
Strategic Communications and Marketing
I am very pleased to advise you that the Senior Appointments and Compensation Committee of the Governing Council has approved the appointment of Mr. Michael Kurts as Assistant Vice-President, Strategic Communications and Marketing effective June 6, 2011.
Michael brings over 30 years of experience in communications and public service. He is currently the Assistant Deputy Minister, Tourism Policy and Development in the Ministry of Tourism at the Government of Ontario, where he has been working closely with executives in the public and private sectors to address challenges facing the Ontario tourism industry. Prior to his current appointment, Michael held senior communications roles in several ministries in the Ontario Government, including a post as ADM, Corporate Communications in the Cabinet Office and ADM, Canadian Intergovernmental Relations in the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs. He also held the position of Director, Public Relations at the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, where he worked extensively with volunteers and donors to further the goals of that institution. He began his career in radio and television broadcasting, culminating in a position as Queen’s Park bureau chief for Newsradio Limited.
Michael's leadership skills, combined with his record of achievement, are impressive. Over the course of his career, he has effectively managed large and small teams through complex and challenging initiatives, providing inspiring guidance to staff and colleagues and achieving excellent results.
Michael's breadth of experience will be a major asset in continuing the University’s strategic objectives in its communication and marketing efforts.
Please join me in welcoming Michael to the University of Toronto.
DATE: May 11, 2011
TO: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors, and Chairs
Professionals, Managers and Confidential Staff
Governing Council
Academic Board
Business Board
University Affairs Board
FROM: Judith Wolfson, Vice President, University Relations
RE: Announcement of Senior Appointment:
Mr. Michael Kurts, Assistant Vice President,
Strategic Communications and Marketing
I am very pleased to advise you that the Senior Appointments and Compensation Committee of the Governing Council has approved the appointment of Mr. Michael Kurts as Assistant Vice-President, Strategic Communications and Marketing effective June 6, 2011.
Michael brings over 30 years of experience in communications and public service. He is currently the Assistant Deputy Minister, Tourism Policy and Development in the Ministry of Tourism at the Government of Ontario, where he has been working closely with executives in the public and private sectors to address challenges facing the Ontario tourism industry. Prior to his current appointment, Michael held senior communications roles in several ministries in the Ontario Government, including a post as ADM, Corporate Communications in the Cabinet Office and ADM, Canadian Intergovernmental Relations in the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs. He also held the position of Director, Public Relations at the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care, where he worked extensively with volunteers and donors to further the goals of that institution. He began his career in radio and television broadcasting, culminating in a position as Queen’s Park bureau chief for Newsradio Limited.
Michael's leadership skills, combined with his record of achievement, are impressive. Over the course of his career, he has effectively managed large and small teams through complex and challenging initiatives, providing inspiring guidance to staff and colleagues and achieving excellent results.
Michael's breadth of experience will be a major asset in continuing the University’s strategic objectives in its communication and marketing efforts.
Please join me in welcoming Michael to the University of Toronto.
[PDADC-L] Holiday Schedule 2011-12 and 2012-2013
PDAD&C #77, 2010-11
HR #31, 2010-11
May 10, 2011
MEMORANDUM
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
From: Angela Hildyard, Vice-President, Human Resources & Equity
Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Re: Holiday Schedule 2011-2012 and 2012-2013
In planning the University’s holiday schedule, we make every effort to provide a two week closure in December, knowing how all of us appreciate the opportunity to have a break and also to match the closure schedule set out by the GTA school boards. Due to academic programming issues, including exam timetables, we were unable to schedule a two week break for 2011-12, but we are delighted to report that there will be a two week closure in 2012-13. We do want to remind everyone that this does not preclude employees, in particular those staff with children who will be on school holiday, from requesting additional vacation days.
July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012
Canada Day Friday July 1, 2011
Civic Holiday Monday August 1, 2011
Labour Day Monday September 5, 2011
Thanksgiving Day Monday October 10, 2011
Christmas/New Year Wednesday December 21, 2011 to Friday December 30, 2011
inclusive
Family Day Monday, February 20, 2012
Good Friday Friday April 6, 2012
Victoria Day Monday May 21, 2012
July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013
Canada Day Monday July 2, 2012
Civic Holiday Monday August 6, 2012
Labour Day Monday September 3, 2012
Thanksgiving Day Monday October 8, 2012
Christmas/New Year Monday December 24, 2012 to Friday January 4, 2013 inclusive
Family Day Monday, February 18, 2013
Good Friday Friday March 29, 2013
Victoria Day Monday May 20, 2013
It should be noted that summer hours begin on July 1 and end at Labour Day annually.
This announcement is not intended to establish service or operating schedules in such divisions as the Central Library, UTCNS, or Facilities and Services, where announcements will be made separately. In other areas, certain staff may be required to maintain essential services or to provide service to the public. Staff required to work during holiday periods should be granted compensating time off at a later date. Employees covered by collective agreements are subject to the provisions contained in their collective agreements.
Supervisors and administrators are requested to schedule holiday staffing arrangements, where required, as far in advance as possible, and are encouraged to consult their personnel officer in Human Resources offices at 215 Huron Street or in decentralized personnel offices for advice. Any questions about the alternative arrangements that should be made for non-unionized administrative staff who are required to work on a scheduled holiday should be directed to the personnel officer assigned to your area. Questions regarding the application of the collective agreements for unionized staff should be directed to Human Resources at (416) 978-6503.
We would be grateful if you would bring this schedule to the attention of all staff.
HR #31, 2010-11
May 10, 2011
MEMORANDUM
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
From: Angela Hildyard, Vice-President, Human Resources & Equity
Cheryl Misak, Vice-President and Provost
Re: Holiday Schedule 2011-2012 and 2012-2013
In planning the University’s holiday schedule, we make every effort to provide a two week closure in December, knowing how all of us appreciate the opportunity to have a break and also to match the closure schedule set out by the GTA school boards. Due to academic programming issues, including exam timetables, we were unable to schedule a two week break for 2011-12, but we are delighted to report that there will be a two week closure in 2012-13. We do want to remind everyone that this does not preclude employees, in particular those staff with children who will be on school holiday, from requesting additional vacation days.
July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012
Canada Day Friday July 1, 2011
Civic Holiday Monday August 1, 2011
Labour Day Monday September 5, 2011
Thanksgiving Day Monday October 10, 2011
Christmas/New Year Wednesday December 21, 2011 to Friday December 30, 2011
inclusive
Family Day Monday, February 20, 2012
Good Friday Friday April 6, 2012
Victoria Day Monday May 21, 2012
July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013
Canada Day Monday July 2, 2012
Civic Holiday Monday August 6, 2012
Labour Day Monday September 3, 2012
Thanksgiving Day Monday October 8, 2012
Christmas/New Year Monday December 24, 2012 to Friday January 4, 2013 inclusive
Family Day Monday, February 18, 2013
Good Friday Friday March 29, 2013
Victoria Day Monday May 20, 2013
It should be noted that summer hours begin on July 1 and end at Labour Day annually.
This announcement is not intended to establish service or operating schedules in such divisions as the Central Library, UTCNS, or Facilities and Services, where announcements will be made separately. In other areas, certain staff may be required to maintain essential services or to provide service to the public. Staff required to work during holiday periods should be granted compensating time off at a later date. Employees covered by collective agreements are subject to the provisions contained in their collective agreements.
Supervisors and administrators are requested to schedule holiday staffing arrangements, where required, as far in advance as possible, and are encouraged to consult their personnel officer in Human Resources offices at 215 Huron Street or in decentralized personnel offices for advice. Any questions about the alternative arrangements that should be made for non-unionized administrative staff who are required to work on a scheduled holiday should be directed to the personnel officer assigned to your area. Questions regarding the application of the collective agreements for unionized staff should be directed to Human Resources at (416) 978-6503.
We would be grateful if you would bring this schedule to the attention of all staff.
[PDADC-L] Call for Nominations - Responsible Investing Committee
To: PDAD&C
From: Cathy Riggall, Vice-President, Business Affairs
Re: Responsible Investing Committee, Membership Opportunity for 2011-12
If you are interested in applying to join the Committee please submit an application to alice.ng@utoronto.ca, no later than 5 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2011.
The Terms of Reference of the Committee and application form can be located at:
http://uotric.wordpress.com/
The Committee will meet 5 times (September, November, February, April and June) during the academic year and meetings are scheduled to start at 5 p.m. and end until 7 p.m.
Office of the VP-Business Affairs
Rm. 112, Simcoe Hall
University of Toronto
27 King's College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
Phone: 416 978-0231
Fax: 416 978-6701
From: Cathy Riggall, Vice-President, Business Affairs
Re: Responsible Investing Committee, Membership Opportunity for 2011-12
If you are interested in applying to join the Committee please submit an application to alice.ng@utoronto.ca, no later than 5 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2011.
The Terms of Reference of the Committee and application form can be located at:
http://uotric.wordpress.com/
The Committee will meet 5 times (September, November, February, April and June) during the academic year and meetings are scheduled to start at 5 p.m. and end until 7 p.m.
Office of the VP-Business Affairs
Rm. 112, Simcoe Hall
University of Toronto
27 King's College Circle
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
Phone: 416 978-0231
Fax: 416 978-6701
Friday, May 6, 2011
AUTO21 2011 Call for Proposals
AUTO21 announces a Call for Letters of Intent for automotive-focused research projects to be conducted over 24 months commencing April 1, 2012. Applicants whose letters of intent are successful will be invited to submit a full proposal detailing their research project.
Call for letters of intent documents are available for download on www.auto21.ca. In reviewing the materials you will note that the process requires a brief letter of intent to be submitted by May 31, 2011 identifying the project leader responsible for coordinating and reporting on the work of a research team, the other members of the research team, the major industrial or other external supporting partners and the basic aim of the proposed research project, as well as a proposed budget.
These letters will be reviewed and those research teams who will be invited to prepare a full proposal will be contacted by July 8, 2011. Full proposals will be due on September 30, 2011.
We look forward to welcoming new members to the AUTO21 community. In 2010, an independent economic impact study was conducted using selected AUTO21 projects and determined that the Network has yielded a $1.1B return on investment in terms of social and economic benefits to Canada. Formed in March 2001, AUTO21 is now enjoying a high degree of success in moving forward Canada's largest industrial sector.
Sincerely,
Dr. Peter R. Frise, FCAE, FEC, P.Eng.
Scientific Director & CEO - AUTO21 NCE
401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Tel: (519) 253-3000, x3888
Fax: (519) 971-3626
Web: http://www.auto21.ca
Call for letters of intent documents are available for download on www.auto21.ca. In reviewing the materials you will note that the process requires a brief letter of intent to be submitted by May 31, 2011 identifying the project leader responsible for coordinating and reporting on the work of a research team, the other members of the research team, the major industrial or other external supporting partners and the basic aim of the proposed research project, as well as a proposed budget.
These letters will be reviewed and those research teams who will be invited to prepare a full proposal will be contacted by July 8, 2011. Full proposals will be due on September 30, 2011.
We look forward to welcoming new members to the AUTO21 community. In 2010, an independent economic impact study was conducted using selected AUTO21 projects and determined that the Network has yielded a $1.1B return on investment in terms of social and economic benefits to Canada. Formed in March 2001, AUTO21 is now enjoying a high degree of success in moving forward Canada's largest industrial sector.
Sincerely,
Dr. Peter R. Frise, FCAE, FEC, P.Eng.
Scientific Director & CEO - AUTO21 NCE
401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Tel: (519) 253-3000, x3888
Fax: (519) 971-3626
Web: http://www.auto21.ca
Vel Tech & IUCEE International Workshop on Mechatronics & Robotics - July 4-8, 2011
Greetings from VelTech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University!!
Vel Tech Dr.RR &Dr.SR Technical University, Chennai in association with The Indo-US Collaboration for Engineering Education (IUCEE), is organizing an International Workshop on Mechatronics & Robotics from 4th July 2011 to 8th July 2011 at VelTech University Campus in Chennai.
An Eminent speakers’ team headed by Prof.Dr.Venkat Krovi of State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo will deliver lectures at the workshop. This workshop will focus significant attention to 3 aspects of conception, realization and validation of such mechatronic systems. (i) Theoretical frameworks for modeling, analysis & control of generic articulated mechanical systems (ii) Computational simulation and testing using virtual prototyping paradigm (iii) Methods for hardware -in-the-loop & human-in-the-loop experimental validation of various robotic systems.
The registration fee is to be paid by demand draft drawn in favor of "Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University" payable at Chennai.
For further details & registration you may please refer the attachments or contact the co-ordinators: Mr.G.Sivakumar / Mr.S.Sureshkumar, Asst. Professors, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University, Tel: 00-91-44-26840605,26841622. The Filled in registration forms may be sent to veltech@vsnl.com or chancelloroffice@vel-tech.org at the earliest, as the seats are limited on FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED BASIS.
With best regards,
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G.SIVAKUMAR., M.E., M.I.S.T.E.,(Ph.D),
AP & Technical Secretary to Chancellor
Chancellor's Secretariat
Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University
Chennai, TamilNadu.
Vel Tech Dr.RR &Dr.SR Technical University, Chennai in association with The Indo-US Collaboration for Engineering Education (IUCEE), is organizing an International Workshop on Mechatronics & Robotics from 4th July 2011 to 8th July 2011 at VelTech University Campus in Chennai.
An Eminent speakers’ team headed by Prof.Dr.Venkat Krovi of State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo will deliver lectures at the workshop. This workshop will focus significant attention to 3 aspects of conception, realization and validation of such mechatronic systems. (i) Theoretical frameworks for modeling, analysis & control of generic articulated mechanical systems (ii) Computational simulation and testing using virtual prototyping paradigm (iii) Methods for hardware -in-the-loop & human-in-the-loop experimental validation of various robotic systems.
The registration fee is to be paid by demand draft drawn in favor of "Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University" payable at Chennai.
For further details & registration you may please refer the attachments or contact the co-ordinators: Mr.G.Sivakumar / Mr.S.Sureshkumar, Asst. Professors, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University, Tel: 00-91-44-26840605,26841622. The Filled in registration forms may be sent to veltech@vsnl.com or chancelloroffice@vel-tech.org at the earliest, as the seats are limited on FIRST COME - FIRST SERVED BASIS.
With best regards,
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G.SIVAKUMAR., M.E., M.I.S.T.E.,(Ph.D),
AP & Technical Secretary to Chancellor
Chancellor's Secretariat
Vel Tech Dr.RR & Dr.SR Technical University
Chennai, TamilNadu.
LARAM School and Workshop *SPECIAL EDITION 2011* - September 5-10, 2011
LARAM School and Workshop *SPECIAL EDITION 2011*
5 – 10 September, 2011
Salerno – ITALY
http://www.laram.unisa.it
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/2011
http://www.laram.unisa.it/workshop/2011/2011
LARAM is an International School on “LAndslide Risk Assessment and Mitigation” founded by the University of Salerno.
The School is aimed at 40 PhD students, selected every year, from the following fields: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Geology or other related studies.
The Scientific Committee consists of international experts in the field of Landslide Risk.
SPECIAL EDITION 2011
• The LARAM Class of 2011 will comprise 40 selected PhD students and 20 registered Young Doctors
• The LARAM Class of 2011 will partecipate to both the School and the Workshop
Applications for PhD students
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/application_phd_students
- Eligible students must be enrolled in a PhD programme in the field of Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related field
- The 40 selected students will participate to the School free of charge (including half board accommodation)
- Applications to the LARAM School and Workshop 2011 are open until Monday 30th May 2011
Registration for Young Doctors
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/registration_young_doctors
- Young researchers who have discussed their PhD dissersation not earlier than 2005
- Registration fee (300 Euro)
- The first 20 registered Young Doctors will partecipate to the LARAM School & Workshop 2011
- Registration to the LARAM School and Workshop 2011 is open until Friday 15th July 2011
Best regards,
LARAM Team
http://www.laram.unisa.it/laram/contacts
5 – 10 September, 2011
Salerno – ITALY
http://www.laram.unisa.it
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/2011
http://www.laram.unisa.it/workshop/2011/2011
LARAM is an International School on “LAndslide Risk Assessment and Mitigation” founded by the University of Salerno.
The School is aimed at 40 PhD students, selected every year, from the following fields: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Geology or other related studies.
The Scientific Committee consists of international experts in the field of Landslide Risk.
SPECIAL EDITION 2011
• The LARAM Class of 2011 will comprise 40 selected PhD students and 20 registered Young Doctors
• The LARAM Class of 2011 will partecipate to both the School and the Workshop
Applications for PhD students
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/application_phd_students
- Eligible students must be enrolled in a PhD programme in the field of Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related field
- The 40 selected students will participate to the School free of charge (including half board accommodation)
- Applications to the LARAM School and Workshop 2011 are open until Monday 30th May 2011
Registration for Young Doctors
http://www.laram.unisa.it/school/2011/registration_young_doctors
- Young researchers who have discussed their PhD dissersation not earlier than 2005
- Registration fee (300 Euro)
- The first 20 registered Young Doctors will partecipate to the LARAM School & Workshop 2011
- Registration to the LARAM School and Workshop 2011 is open until Friday 15th July 2011
Best regards,
LARAM Team
http://www.laram.unisa.it/laram/contacts
Centre for Sustainable Energy Showcase: Monday, May 16, 2011
Monday, May 16 • Centre for Sustainable Energy • University of Toronto
Professor Olivera Kesler, Director, Centre for Sustainable Energy, cordially invites you to attend the
CSE Energy Showcase
Please click here to RSVP and to view the full schedule of talks.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Mechanical Building, University of Toronto
5 King's College Road, MC 102 (Map)
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
You are invited to submit a poster. Please send title and abstract (100 - 200 words) to: cse@mie.utoronto.ca.
Professor Olivera Kesler, Director, Centre for Sustainable Energy, cordially invites you to attend the
CSE Energy Showcase
Please click here to RSVP and to view the full schedule of talks.
Monday, May 16, 2011
Mechanical Building, University of Toronto
5 King's College Road, MC 102 (Map)
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
You are invited to submit a poster. Please send title and abstract (100 - 200 words) to: cse@mie.utoronto.ca.
Engineering Newsletter Vol. 04 // No. 8
A Message from Dean Cristina Amon
April, and the events and awareness campaigns around Earth Day, shed light on the innumerable ways that the environment touches our lives. Fortunately, U of T Engineers address these challenges by creating technologies that make industry, cities, homes and businesses more sustainable. In this eNews, read about just a few of our Faculty's education and research initiatives and look for the upcoming Skulematters™ that focuses on sustainability initiatives.
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Grant Allen as the next Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry. On behalf of the Faculty, I thank Doug Reeve for his exemplary commitment and vision for the Department and Engineering leadership education.
The Faculty's undergraduate and graduate curriculum now includes a new Minor in Robotics and Mechatronics and a PhD concentration in Clinical Engineering. Also, we created global engineering opportunities through a number of international initiatives including student exchanges, a CGEN course offering in India and a new Graduate Certificate in Globalization.
Spotlight On: Sustainability
Sustainable Innovation Through Education
U of T Engineering prepares students to be environmental leaders
What's New
First QS World University Rankings by Subject Names U of T Engineering Best in Canada
Global university ranking for 2011 places U of T first in each discipline
Grant Allen Appointed ChemE Chair
Professor Allen will serve as Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry beginning July 1, 2011
Advisory Committee: Vice-Dean, Undergraduate, Call for Nominations
Faculty community is invited to submit nominations by May 6, 2011
External Review – UTIAS
Reviewers will visit the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS) on May 5–6, 2011
Governing Council Approves New Engineering Minor in Robotics and Mechatronics
New program will teach students to render robotic and mechatronic systems into viable consumer products
IBBME to Offer Clinical Engineering PhD Concentration for Fall 2011
U of T approves new concentration that prepares doctoral candidates to meet increasing demand for clinical engineers
Engineering Global Initiatives Take Faculty and Students Around the World
U of T Engineering has established a host of programs that provide students with global perspectives
Peter Halsall (CivE 7T7) Brings Holistic Vision
The Halsalls pledge $100,000 toward a bold new curriculum at Survey Camp
Design Showcases Draw Crowds
Praxis II challenges students to design for Toronto, ECE496 gives glimpse to future technologies
$5 Million Awarded for Regenerative Medicine and Nanomedicine Research
University Professor Michael Sefton (ChemE, IBBME), Professor Gang Zheng (IBBME) receive funds to improve diagnosis and treatment
University of Toronto Researchers "Brighten" the Future of OLED Technology
One-atom-thick chlorine reduces OLED device complexity while enabling record efficiencies
MC–78 Machine Shop Available for Faculty Projects
In addition to engineering, the shop also provides services to the wider U of T community, affiliated research hospitals and private corporations
Two Engineering Alumni Elected to U of T Governing Council
Chirag Variawa (MSE 0T9, MIE doctoral candidate) and Keith Thomas (MechE 8T7) are governors-elect
Honours and Awards
Eight Engineering Staff Members Honoured by the Faculty
John MacDonald (CivE), Ryan Mendell (MIE), Nelly Pietropaolo (CivE), Bruno Korst (ECE), Steve Miszuk (Faculty Director, Facilities and Infrastructure Planning), Joe Wong (ECE), Lesley Mak (Student Success Specialist) and Annie Simpson (Assistant Director, ILead) were recognized for their outstanding contributions to U of T Engineering
Professors Recognized for Teaching Excellence
Professors Sean Hum (ECE) and Jim Wallace (MIE) were honoured at the 4th annual Celebrating Engineering Success reception
IBBME Faculty Honoured for Excellence in Education
Professor Tom Chau and Dr. Albert Yee awarded prestigious teaching awards from U of T's Faculty of Medicine
Two Engineering Alumni Named Canada's Top 40 Under 40™
Som Seif (IndE 9T9) and John Poulos (ElecE 9T7) distinguished as two of the most successful Canadians under 40
Engineering Science Student is Honoured as Ambassador and Role Model for Women
Vivian Hui (EngSci) receives 2011 Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship for Ontario Region
Research
Canadian Space Agency (CSA): Flights for the Advancement of Science & Technology (FAST)
Internal deadline: May 6, 2011
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Grand Challenges Explorations, Round 7
Internal deadline: May 11, 2011
Ontario Post Doctoral Fellowship Program
Internal deadline: June 7, 2011
Governance
Faculty Council Meeting Recap
Items approved at April 28 meeting
Mark your calendars! The Faculty Council meetings take place from 12:10 to 2 p.m. in the Michael E. Charles Council Chamber. The 2011–12 meeting dates are:
•Thursday, October 6, 2011
•Friday, December 2, 2011
•Wednesday, March 7, 2012
•Thursday, April 26, 2012
Engineering Events
May 3 ECE Alumni Lecture: Distinguished Speaker Professor Ted Sargent
May 4 Ontario Stem Cell Initiative External Seminar Series: Speaker Dr. Leroy Hood
May 5 Educational Technology Workshop
May 7 Science Rendezvous at U of T
May 13 MIE Research Symposium
May 16 Centre for Sustainable Energy Showcase
More Engineering events
To submit events, please contact: liz.do@utoronto.ca
In the News
U of T Civil Engineers Study Energy Efficiency for Apartment Towers
PhD candidate Marianne Touchie (CivE) and her team are working on a plan to increase the efficiency of aging apartment buildings in Toronto
Why We Make Robots Human
Professor Andrew Goldenberg (MIE) sheds light on why researchers replicate the human form
New App Helps Those Who Can't Speak to be Heard
Aakash Sahney (EngSci) is a designer of MyVoice, an assistive communication device that helps users to speak
Praxis II Challenges Students to Design for Toronto
EngSci students present design solutions for the city at showcase
New Utility Project Will Employ CAPE's Power Management System
University of Toronto Centre for Applied Power Electronics will provide real-time control for power transfer between energy storage units and smart grid
April, and the events and awareness campaigns around Earth Day, shed light on the innumerable ways that the environment touches our lives. Fortunately, U of T Engineers address these challenges by creating technologies that make industry, cities, homes and businesses more sustainable. In this eNews, read about just a few of our Faculty's education and research initiatives and look for the upcoming Skulematters™ that focuses on sustainability initiatives.
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Grant Allen as the next Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry. On behalf of the Faculty, I thank Doug Reeve for his exemplary commitment and vision for the Department and Engineering leadership education.
The Faculty's undergraduate and graduate curriculum now includes a new Minor in Robotics and Mechatronics and a PhD concentration in Clinical Engineering. Also, we created global engineering opportunities through a number of international initiatives including student exchanges, a CGEN course offering in India and a new Graduate Certificate in Globalization.
Spotlight On: Sustainability
Sustainable Innovation Through Education
U of T Engineering prepares students to be environmental leaders
What's New
First QS World University Rankings by Subject Names U of T Engineering Best in Canada
Global university ranking for 2011 places U of T first in each discipline
Grant Allen Appointed ChemE Chair
Professor Allen will serve as Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry beginning July 1, 2011
Advisory Committee: Vice-Dean, Undergraduate, Call for Nominations
Faculty community is invited to submit nominations by May 6, 2011
External Review – UTIAS
Reviewers will visit the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS) on May 5–6, 2011
Governing Council Approves New Engineering Minor in Robotics and Mechatronics
New program will teach students to render robotic and mechatronic systems into viable consumer products
IBBME to Offer Clinical Engineering PhD Concentration for Fall 2011
U of T approves new concentration that prepares doctoral candidates to meet increasing demand for clinical engineers
Engineering Global Initiatives Take Faculty and Students Around the World
U of T Engineering has established a host of programs that provide students with global perspectives
Peter Halsall (CivE 7T7) Brings Holistic Vision
The Halsalls pledge $100,000 toward a bold new curriculum at Survey Camp
Design Showcases Draw Crowds
Praxis II challenges students to design for Toronto, ECE496 gives glimpse to future technologies
$5 Million Awarded for Regenerative Medicine and Nanomedicine Research
University Professor Michael Sefton (ChemE, IBBME), Professor Gang Zheng (IBBME) receive funds to improve diagnosis and treatment
University of Toronto Researchers "Brighten" the Future of OLED Technology
One-atom-thick chlorine reduces OLED device complexity while enabling record efficiencies
MC–78 Machine Shop Available for Faculty Projects
In addition to engineering, the shop also provides services to the wider U of T community, affiliated research hospitals and private corporations
Two Engineering Alumni Elected to U of T Governing Council
Chirag Variawa (MSE 0T9, MIE doctoral candidate) and Keith Thomas (MechE 8T7) are governors-elect
Honours and Awards
Eight Engineering Staff Members Honoured by the Faculty
John MacDonald (CivE), Ryan Mendell (MIE), Nelly Pietropaolo (CivE), Bruno Korst (ECE), Steve Miszuk (Faculty Director, Facilities and Infrastructure Planning), Joe Wong (ECE), Lesley Mak (Student Success Specialist) and Annie Simpson (Assistant Director, ILead) were recognized for their outstanding contributions to U of T Engineering
Professors Recognized for Teaching Excellence
Professors Sean Hum (ECE) and Jim Wallace (MIE) were honoured at the 4th annual Celebrating Engineering Success reception
IBBME Faculty Honoured for Excellence in Education
Professor Tom Chau and Dr. Albert Yee awarded prestigious teaching awards from U of T's Faculty of Medicine
Two Engineering Alumni Named Canada's Top 40 Under 40™
Som Seif (IndE 9T9) and John Poulos (ElecE 9T7) distinguished as two of the most successful Canadians under 40
Engineering Science Student is Honoured as Ambassador and Role Model for Women
Vivian Hui (EngSci) receives 2011 Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship for Ontario Region
Research
Canadian Space Agency (CSA): Flights for the Advancement of Science & Technology (FAST)
Internal deadline: May 6, 2011
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Grand Challenges Explorations, Round 7
Internal deadline: May 11, 2011
Ontario Post Doctoral Fellowship Program
Internal deadline: June 7, 2011
Governance
Faculty Council Meeting Recap
Items approved at April 28 meeting
Mark your calendars! The Faculty Council meetings take place from 12:10 to 2 p.m. in the Michael E. Charles Council Chamber. The 2011–12 meeting dates are:
•Thursday, October 6, 2011
•Friday, December 2, 2011
•Wednesday, March 7, 2012
•Thursday, April 26, 2012
Engineering Events
May 3 ECE Alumni Lecture: Distinguished Speaker Professor Ted Sargent
May 4 Ontario Stem Cell Initiative External Seminar Series: Speaker Dr. Leroy Hood
May 5 Educational Technology Workshop
May 7 Science Rendezvous at U of T
May 13 MIE Research Symposium
May 16 Centre for Sustainable Energy Showcase
More Engineering events
To submit events, please contact: liz.do@utoronto.ca
In the News
U of T Civil Engineers Study Energy Efficiency for Apartment Towers
PhD candidate Marianne Touchie (CivE) and her team are working on a plan to increase the efficiency of aging apartment buildings in Toronto
Why We Make Robots Human
Professor Andrew Goldenberg (MIE) sheds light on why researchers replicate the human form
New App Helps Those Who Can't Speak to be Heard
Aakash Sahney (EngSci) is a designer of MyVoice, an assistive communication device that helps users to speak
Praxis II Challenges Students to Design for Toronto
EngSci students present design solutions for the city at showcase
New Utility Project Will Employ CAPE's Power Management System
University of Toronto Centre for Applied Power Electronics will provide real-time control for power transfer between energy storage units and smart grid
School of Graduate Studies E-News: May 2011
need-to-know
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
money matters
University Wide Awards - 2011-2012 competition
The 2011-2012 competition has begun for awards established at the School of Graduate Studies through the generous support of various donors. All of the applications for the awards listed below are to be submitted to your graduate unit. Please confirm the internal application deadline for this competition with your graduate unit. Read the instructions and eligibility criteria for each award posted on the SGS Internal Awards site carefully. Inquiries may be forwarded to University Awards.
Work permit information for international students
The Centre for International Experience has posted the contents of its March 15 information session on how to secure an off-campus work permit. The CIE has a wealth of information on its site for international students wishing to work in Canada.
New! Summer Work-Study program
The Summer Work-Study Program provides eligible University of Toronto students with an opportunity to work on campus and gain valuable experience while they are studying. There are various Summer Work-Study positions available for eligible U of T students to engage in meaningful work experiences, develop valuable skills and participate in peer-to-peer learning opportunities.
news
UTSC students play key role in CBC Vote Compass
Vote Compass is an interactive on line tool hosted by CBC, a questionnaire designed to compare user responses to the published political platforms of five parties: the Bloc, Conservatives, Greens, Liberals and New Democrats. Graduate and undergraduate students at UTSC played a key role in its development. Checkout Vote Compass for yourself.
Volunteering can be an incredible experience
Lindsay Chick was one of 200 students to participate in Alternative Reading week organized by the Centre for Community Partnerships. Lindsay is no stranger to volunteer work. As a Faculty of Information Studies graduate student, Lindsay spent the summer of 2010 working at the Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory in South Africa as an intern and upon her return she kept up that spirit and volunteering at the Anita Eckstein Holocaust Resource Library once a week helping to catalogue newly donated Holocaust books.
upcoming events
Bullet for Adolph
You may have seen him on campus and you've certainly seen him in the movie theatre. Now, Woody Harrelson has chosen Hart House Theatre on U of T's St. George campus as the venue for his newest project, Bullet for Adolf. Eight characters come together in the hot Houston summer of 1983 in this comedy about opinions, ideas, and friendships. On now until May 7, $35/18 students/seniors.
Technology conference at U of T welcomes grad students
The Canadian Undergraduate Technology Conference (CUTC) is Canada’s largest, longest-running student-organized technology conference. CUTC brings together hundreds of the country’s brightest students for two days in the heart of downtown Toronto, and gives them a chance to interact with technology in ways that school can’t. Graduate students welcome!
Toronto the Good invades Hart House
The Toronto the Good parties bring together a broad cross-section of Torontonians who are interested in the city and in city building. The first Toronto the Good parties took place in the Distillery District. The 2011 invasion of Hart House is a new venture to celebrate the University of Toronto's Cities Centre. May 12, 5:00pm-10:00pm. RSVP required.
Bullet for Adolph
You may have seen him on campus and you've certainly seen him in the movie theatre. Now, Woody Harrelson has chosen Hart House Theatre on U of T's St. George campus as the venue for his newest project, Bullet for Adolf. Eight characters come together in the hot Houston summer of 1983 in this comedy about opinions, ideas, and friendships. On now until May 7, $35/18 students/seniors.
Technology conference at U of T welcomes grad students
The Canadian Undergraduate Technology Conference (CUTC) is Canada’s largest, longest-running student-organized technology conference. CUTC brings together hundreds of the country’s brightest students for two days in the heart of downtown Toronto, and gives them a chance to interact with technology in ways that school can’t. Graduate students welcome!
Toronto the Good invades Hart House
The Toronto the Good parties bring together a broad cross-section of Torontonians who are interested in the city and in city building. The first Toronto the Good parties took place in the Distillery District. The 2011 invasion of Hart House is a new venture to celebrate the University of Toronto's Cities Centre. May 12, 5:00pm-10:00pm. RSVP required.
supports & resources
English Communication Program
The Centre for International Experience offers an informal, non-credit English Communication Program (ECP) that is open to all registered international students who speak English as a second language. Students meet once a week for a two-hour session and the program runs for 10 weeks. Registration begins May 13 for the summer session.
Library workshops in May
Frustrated with your search results? Robarts Library is offering two workshops in May for researching online. Take control of your literature search on the most important scholarly databases and learn to search journal indexes online, using keywords and descriptors to find the articles you want, in less time.
Summer residence spaces at Graduate House
Summer is a wonderful time to live at Graduate House! Ideally situated at 60 Harbord St. (at Spadina), the graduate-focused community provides an environment that is conducive to your academic success while offering a variety of opportunities to participate in building programs and social events. Residents at Graduate House live in four- or five-bedroom shared apartment-style accommodation, each of which has a full kitchen, sitting area, and washrooms in each suite. Rates include utilities, along with complimentary network access in each bedroom. Summer occupancy can range from six weeks through the whole summer, up to August 25, 2011. More information is available by email or on the Graduate House website.
Grad Room
Grad Room's lounge is a great place to study, eat lunch, meet other students or just relax and enjoy a coffee from Second Cup! The lounge is fully accessible, comfortable and offers wireless internet connection. It is open Monday to Friday, from 7:00am - 8:00pm, and from 9:00am - 7:00pm on weekends. Grad Room also offers a multi-purpose space which can be booked free of charge Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm for graduate student functions, or for a small hourly fee outside of scheduled hours. Booking information is available on the Grad Room website, by email or phone: 416-946-7666.
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
May Session registration deadline
May 6 is the final date to register for the May session. The deadline for enrolment in May-June or May-August session courses is May 13.
Grades for January session posted May 18
Winter session grades are posted and available for viewing by students on the Student Web Service as of May 18. Be sure to check that your academic record is complete and up to date.
Graduating in June 2011?
Spring 2011 Convocation ceremonies will be held in Convocation Hall from May 31 - June 17. Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the Office of Convocation website.
money matters
University Wide Awards - 2011-2012 competition
The 2011-2012 competition has begun for awards established at the School of Graduate Studies through the generous support of various donors. All of the applications for the awards listed below are to be submitted to your graduate unit. Please confirm the internal application deadline for this competition with your graduate unit. Read the instructions and eligibility criteria for each award posted on the SGS Internal Awards site carefully. Inquiries may be forwarded to University Awards.
Work permit information for international students
The Centre for International Experience has posted the contents of its March 15 information session on how to secure an off-campus work permit. The CIE has a wealth of information on its site for international students wishing to work in Canada.
New! Summer Work-Study program
The Summer Work-Study Program provides eligible University of Toronto students with an opportunity to work on campus and gain valuable experience while they are studying. There are various Summer Work-Study positions available for eligible U of T students to engage in meaningful work experiences, develop valuable skills and participate in peer-to-peer learning opportunities.
news
UTSC students play key role in CBC Vote Compass
Vote Compass is an interactive on line tool hosted by CBC, a questionnaire designed to compare user responses to the published political platforms of five parties: the Bloc, Conservatives, Greens, Liberals and New Democrats. Graduate and undergraduate students at UTSC played a key role in its development. Checkout Vote Compass for yourself.
Volunteering can be an incredible experience
Lindsay Chick was one of 200 students to participate in Alternative Reading week organized by the Centre for Community Partnerships. Lindsay is no stranger to volunteer work. As a Faculty of Information Studies graduate student, Lindsay spent the summer of 2010 working at the Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory in South Africa as an intern and upon her return she kept up that spirit and volunteering at the Anita Eckstein Holocaust Resource Library once a week helping to catalogue newly donated Holocaust books.
upcoming events
Bullet for Adolph
You may have seen him on campus and you've certainly seen him in the movie theatre. Now, Woody Harrelson has chosen Hart House Theatre on U of T's St. George campus as the venue for his newest project, Bullet for Adolf. Eight characters come together in the hot Houston summer of 1983 in this comedy about opinions, ideas, and friendships. On now until May 7, $35/18 students/seniors.
Technology conference at U of T welcomes grad students
The Canadian Undergraduate Technology Conference (CUTC) is Canada’s largest, longest-running student-organized technology conference. CUTC brings together hundreds of the country’s brightest students for two days in the heart of downtown Toronto, and gives them a chance to interact with technology in ways that school can’t. Graduate students welcome!
Toronto the Good invades Hart House
The Toronto the Good parties bring together a broad cross-section of Torontonians who are interested in the city and in city building. The first Toronto the Good parties took place in the Distillery District. The 2011 invasion of Hart House is a new venture to celebrate the University of Toronto's Cities Centre. May 12, 5:00pm-10:00pm. RSVP required.
Bullet for Adolph
You may have seen him on campus and you've certainly seen him in the movie theatre. Now, Woody Harrelson has chosen Hart House Theatre on U of T's St. George campus as the venue for his newest project, Bullet for Adolf. Eight characters come together in the hot Houston summer of 1983 in this comedy about opinions, ideas, and friendships. On now until May 7, $35/18 students/seniors.
Technology conference at U of T welcomes grad students
The Canadian Undergraduate Technology Conference (CUTC) is Canada’s largest, longest-running student-organized technology conference. CUTC brings together hundreds of the country’s brightest students for two days in the heart of downtown Toronto, and gives them a chance to interact with technology in ways that school can’t. Graduate students welcome!
Toronto the Good invades Hart House
The Toronto the Good parties bring together a broad cross-section of Torontonians who are interested in the city and in city building. The first Toronto the Good parties took place in the Distillery District. The 2011 invasion of Hart House is a new venture to celebrate the University of Toronto's Cities Centre. May 12, 5:00pm-10:00pm. RSVP required.
supports & resources
English Communication Program
The Centre for International Experience offers an informal, non-credit English Communication Program (ECP) that is open to all registered international students who speak English as a second language. Students meet once a week for a two-hour session and the program runs for 10 weeks. Registration begins May 13 for the summer session.
Library workshops in May
Frustrated with your search results? Robarts Library is offering two workshops in May for researching online. Take control of your literature search on the most important scholarly databases and learn to search journal indexes online, using keywords and descriptors to find the articles you want, in less time.
Summer residence spaces at Graduate House
Summer is a wonderful time to live at Graduate House! Ideally situated at 60 Harbord St. (at Spadina), the graduate-focused community provides an environment that is conducive to your academic success while offering a variety of opportunities to participate in building programs and social events. Residents at Graduate House live in four- or five-bedroom shared apartment-style accommodation, each of which has a full kitchen, sitting area, and washrooms in each suite. Rates include utilities, along with complimentary network access in each bedroom. Summer occupancy can range from six weeks through the whole summer, up to August 25, 2011. More information is available by email or on the Graduate House website.
Grad Room
Grad Room's lounge is a great place to study, eat lunch, meet other students or just relax and enjoy a coffee from Second Cup! The lounge is fully accessible, comfortable and offers wireless internet connection. It is open Monday to Friday, from 7:00am - 8:00pm, and from 9:00am - 7:00pm on weekends. Grad Room also offers a multi-purpose space which can be booked free of charge Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm for graduate student functions, or for a small hourly fee outside of scheduled hours. Booking information is available on the Grad Room website, by email or phone: 416-946-7666.
[PDADC-L] Spring Convocation 2011 - Invitation to Participate in the Academic Procession
May 4, 2011
(Please distribute widely to members of your department)
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
Professors Emeriti
From: Louis Charpentier
Secretary of the Governing Council
Re: SPRING CONVOCATION 2011 – INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACADEMIC PROCESSION
________________________________________
This year, there will be twenty-four Convocation ceremonies running May 31 – June 17, 2011. The dates and times are detailed in the June 2011 Convocation Schedule available on the Office of Convocation website at www.convocation.utoronto.ca. Please select the Governors, Faculty, and Staff [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Governors__Faculty_and_Staff.htm] menu item to find information relevant to the Academic Procession.
If you wish to join the procession, please complete the RSVP form [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Governors__Faculty_and_Staff/APRSVP.htm] on the Office of Convocation website by MAY 18, 2011. When available, information on the honorary degree recipients and convocation speakers [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Honorary_Graduands_and_Speakers.htm] will also be included on the website.
The Academic Processions will assemble thirty minutes before the time of convocation in the COUNCIL CHAMBER, located on the second floor, Simcoe Hall, 27 King’s College Circle.
Gaspard & Sons, Ltd in collaboration with the Office of Convocation will provide the regalia rental service [https://gaspard.gownsandrobes.com/gaspard/ci/index.php/cart/page/UofTorontoFaculty/0] for faculty and staff. Hoods for University of Toronto degrees and black academic gowns will be available. They may be reserved using an on-line reservation system available on the website. Please note that the rental service will not provide hoods for degrees from other universities. You may, however, purchase a hood from your university if an order is placed with Gaspard & Sons in advance. The online rental service will be open from May 4 – May 18, 2011.
If you have any questions or have difficulty linking to the convocation website, please contact Terry Johnston, Assistant Director, Office of Convocation at terry.johnston@utoronto.ca or call at (416) 978-6425.
Please distribute this memorandum to members of your division and encourage them to consider attending. Your participation enriches the ceremony itself and, more importantly, our students’ experience – and that of their families – on a very special day. In order to facilitate planning for the ceremonies, we would appreciate responses by MAY 18, 2011.
We look forward to seeing you at convocation.
-------------------------------------------------
Louis R. Charpentier
Secretary of the Governing Council
University of Toronto
27 King's College Circle, Room 106
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca
Tel: +1 416 978-2118 Fax: +1 416 978-8182
(Please distribute widely to members of your department)
To: Principals, Deans, Academic Directors & Chairs
Professional and Managerial Staff
Professors Emeriti
From: Louis Charpentier
Secretary of the Governing Council
Re: SPRING CONVOCATION 2011 – INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACADEMIC PROCESSION
________________________________________
This year, there will be twenty-four Convocation ceremonies running May 31 – June 17, 2011. The dates and times are detailed in the June 2011 Convocation Schedule available on the Office of Convocation website at www.convocation.utoronto.ca. Please select the Governors, Faculty, and Staff [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Governors__Faculty_and_Staff.htm] menu item to find information relevant to the Academic Procession.
If you wish to join the procession, please complete the RSVP form [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Governors__Faculty_and_Staff/APRSVP.htm] on the Office of Convocation website by MAY 18, 2011. When available, information on the honorary degree recipients and convocation speakers [http://www.convocation.utoronto.ca/Honorary_Graduands_and_Speakers.htm] will also be included on the website.
The Academic Processions will assemble thirty minutes before the time of convocation in the COUNCIL CHAMBER, located on the second floor, Simcoe Hall, 27 King’s College Circle.
Gaspard & Sons, Ltd in collaboration with the Office of Convocation will provide the regalia rental service [https://gaspard.gownsandrobes.com/gaspard/ci/index.php/cart/page/UofTorontoFaculty/0] for faculty and staff. Hoods for University of Toronto degrees and black academic gowns will be available. They may be reserved using an on-line reservation system available on the website. Please note that the rental service will not provide hoods for degrees from other universities. You may, however, purchase a hood from your university if an order is placed with Gaspard & Sons in advance. The online rental service will be open from May 4 – May 18, 2011.
If you have any questions or have difficulty linking to the convocation website, please contact Terry Johnston, Assistant Director, Office of Convocation at terry.johnston@utoronto.ca or call at (416) 978-6425.
Please distribute this memorandum to members of your division and encourage them to consider attending. Your participation enriches the ceremony itself and, more importantly, our students’ experience – and that of their families – on a very special day. In order to facilitate planning for the ceremonies, we would appreciate responses by MAY 18, 2011.
We look forward to seeing you at convocation.
-------------------------------------------------
Louis R. Charpentier
Secretary of the Governing Council
University of Toronto
27 King's College Circle, Room 106
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A1
www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca
Tel: +1 416 978-2118 Fax: +1 416 978-8182
[PDADC-L] PTR/Merit and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
PDAD&C#76, 2010-11
To: PDAD&C
From: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost, Faculty & Academic Life
Date: April 29, 2011
Re: PTR/Merit and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
To assist you with the performance evaluation of your faculty members and librarians, this memorandum contains a link to instructions for annual reporting by faculty and librarians, for salary increases and for the administration of the PTR/Merit Scheme. The PTR award is based on the performance assessment for 2010-11.
Salary and benefits negotiations between the University and UTFA will be starting shortly. Salary increases including PTR/Merit amounts are determined as a result of that process. Once an agreement has been reached for 2011-12 this memorandum will be re-issued with the relevant information.
In the meantime, units should initiate the Merit Assessment process as normal. The timetable outlined in Section 4 Deadlines and Key Activities (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/link/administrators/Academic_Salary_Administration.htm#_Toc288214917) should be adhered to by all divisions.
The full instructions are available at http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/link/administrators/Academic_Salary_Administration.htm#_Toc288214891.
To: PDAD&C
From: Edith Hillan, Vice Provost, Faculty & Academic Life
Date: April 29, 2011
Re: PTR/Merit and Salary Increase Instructions for 2010-11
To assist you with the performance evaluation of your faculty members and librarians, this memorandum contains a link to instructions for annual reporting by faculty and librarians, for salary increases and for the administration of the PTR/Merit Scheme. The PTR award is based on the performance assessment for 2010-11.
Salary and benefits negotiations between the University and UTFA will be starting shortly. Salary increases including PTR/Merit amounts are determined as a result of that process. Once an agreement has been reached for 2011-12 this memorandum will be re-issued with the relevant information.
In the meantime, units should initiate the Merit Assessment process as normal. The timetable outlined in Section 4 Deadlines and Key Activities (http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/link/administrators/Academic_Salary_Administration.htm#_Toc288214917) should be adhered to by all divisions.
The full instructions are available at http://www.provost.utoronto.ca/link/administrators/Academic_Salary_Administration.htm#_Toc288214891.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Instructional Technology Office: Educational Technology Workshop - May 5, 2011
Instructional Technology Office
Educational Technology Workshop
The Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering’s Teaching Methods and Resources Committee invites you to the Faculty’s 1st Annual Educational Technology Workshop.
This workshop is FREE of charge to members of the U of T community interested in Educational technology. Coffee/snacks and a light lunch will be provided and registered attendees will qualify to win a Dell Inspiron Duo Tablet PC generously donated by Dell Canada.
Date: Thursday, May 5, 2011
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (lunch and snacks will be provided).
Location: Lassonde Mining Building (170 College Street) in room MB 128.
Registration: click here to register
Agenda: click here for Agenda
Designed for educators across the University of Toronto, this full-day event features some of the University's leaders in educational technology. Our goal is that you will leave this workshop with a better understanding of innovations in teaching technology, best practices and the University's technology initiatives.
The University of Toronto is at the forefront of new technologies designed to enhance students' learning inside and outside the lecture hall. From online teaching and video lecture capture to audience response tracking, the Educational Technology Workshop will showcase leading applications and best practices for innovating teaching and learning. This full-day event is an excellent opportunity for educators from across the University of Toronto to learn about educational technology.
In the morning, hear from multidisciplinary professors on innovations in the area of teaching and learning technology. In the afternoon, browse and interact with vendors of instructional technology. This is also a great opportunity to learn about resources available at the University of Toronto.
We look forward to seeing you on May 5.
Please contact harpreet.dhariwal@utoronto.ca should you need additional information or have any questions.
Technology in Education Talks in MB 128
9 a.m.
Registration & Coffee/Snacks
9:30 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Professor Cristina Amon
Dean, Faculty of Applied Science &Engineering
9:45 a.m.
Development and Use of Multimedia Enhanced Electronic Teaching System (MEETS) for Lecture Capture
Dr. William L. Cleghorn, Dept. of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
10:15 a.m.
“Web-Option” Courses: Top Ten Things to Consider Dr. Barbara Murck, Dept. of Geography, UTM
10:45 a.m.
Break
11 a.m.
Teaching with the Tablet PC: Student and Instructor Perspectives Dr. Micah Stickel Edward Rogers Sr. Dept. of Electrical & Computer Engineering
11:30 a.m.
Content, Cognition and "CARE"ing: A Powerful Process for Supporting the Development of Meta-Cognition in any Size Classroom Dr. Steve Joordens Dept. of Psychology, UTSC
12 p.m.
Web 2.0 Tools and Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century John Steele Education for Dell Canada
12:30 p.m.
U of T Academic Technology Initiatives Dr. Avi Hyman, Centre for Teaching Support and Innovation & Office of the Chief Information Officer
Vendor Showcase (and light lunch), 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. in MB 123
•Interactive showcase of vendor products with a focus on instructional technology (both hardware and software), complemented with a display of available University/Faculty resources
•Vendors include: Apple, Autodesk, Dell, Epson, iClicker, Javelin Technologies, Lenovo, Panopto, SMART Technologies, Solid Works, Studica, Toshiba, Turning Technologies, U of T Bookstore Computer Shop, Wiley Plus.
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Educational Technology Workshop
The Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering’s Teaching Methods and Resources Committee invites you to the Faculty’s 1st Annual Educational Technology Workshop.
This workshop is FREE of charge to members of the U of T community interested in Educational technology. Coffee/snacks and a light lunch will be provided and registered attendees will qualify to win a Dell Inspiron Duo Tablet PC generously donated by Dell Canada.
Date: Thursday, May 5, 2011
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (lunch and snacks will be provided).
Location: Lassonde Mining Building (170 College Street) in room MB 128.
Registration: click here to register
Agenda: click here for Agenda
Designed for educators across the University of Toronto, this full-day event features some of the University's leaders in educational technology. Our goal is that you will leave this workshop with a better understanding of innovations in teaching technology, best practices and the University's technology initiatives.
The University of Toronto is at the forefront of new technologies designed to enhance students' learning inside and outside the lecture hall. From online teaching and video lecture capture to audience response tracking, the Educational Technology Workshop will showcase leading applications and best practices for innovating teaching and learning. This full-day event is an excellent opportunity for educators from across the University of Toronto to learn about educational technology.
In the morning, hear from multidisciplinary professors on innovations in the area of teaching and learning technology. In the afternoon, browse and interact with vendors of instructional technology. This is also a great opportunity to learn about resources available at the University of Toronto.
We look forward to seeing you on May 5.
Please contact harpreet.dhariwal@utoronto.ca should you need additional information or have any questions.
Technology in Education Talks in MB 128
9 a.m.
Registration & Coffee/Snacks
9:30 a.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Professor Cristina Amon
Dean, Faculty of Applied Science &Engineering
9:45 a.m.
Development and Use of Multimedia Enhanced Electronic Teaching System (MEETS) for Lecture Capture
Dr. William L. Cleghorn, Dept. of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
10:15 a.m.
“Web-Option” Courses: Top Ten Things to Consider Dr. Barbara Murck, Dept. of Geography, UTM
10:45 a.m.
Break
11 a.m.
Teaching with the Tablet PC: Student and Instructor Perspectives Dr. Micah Stickel Edward Rogers Sr. Dept. of Electrical & Computer Engineering
11:30 a.m.
Content, Cognition and "CARE"ing: A Powerful Process for Supporting the Development of Meta-Cognition in any Size Classroom Dr. Steve Joordens Dept. of Psychology, UTSC
12 p.m.
Web 2.0 Tools and Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century John Steele Education for Dell Canada
12:30 p.m.
U of T Academic Technology Initiatives Dr. Avi Hyman, Centre for Teaching Support and Innovation & Office of the Chief Information Officer
Vendor Showcase (and light lunch), 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. in MB 123
•Interactive showcase of vendor products with a focus on instructional technology (both hardware and software), complemented with a display of available University/Faculty resources
•Vendors include: Apple, Autodesk, Dell, Epson, iClicker, Javelin Technologies, Lenovo, Panopto, SMART Technologies, Solid Works, Studica, Toshiba, Turning Technologies, U of T Bookstore Computer Shop, Wiley Plus.
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