Beyond the Bulletin Podcast

Marcus Shantz, president of Conrad Grebel University College, discusses 60 years of Grebel and the way its guiding principles inform its course offerings and student life. President Vivek Goel releases his annual winter holiday video. A new campus status page provides real-time status updates for each campus in the event of severe weather. We tell you where to find out what's open and closed over the break. Links and resources: Holiday video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxksIM73-4I https://uwaterloo.ca/news/presidents-news/what-university-waterloo-made Severe weather: : https://uwaterloo.ca/secretariat/policies-guidelines-signing-procedures/weather-closing-guidelines https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-status Daily Bulletin: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin Conrad Grebel University College: https://uwaterloo.ca/grebel/

Dr. Jenna Gilchrist, a postdoctoral fellow in psychology, discusses her study researching students' transition to first year of university. Get a recap of Giving Tuesday by the numbers. And the Keeping Well at Work Committee organizes a lunchtime jam session for people on campus to get together for musical collaboration. Links and resources: Giving Tuesday recap: https://youtu.be/Pd0bFRExHBg?si=N4r43BPkiALd4KC9 Lunchtime Jam: https://portal.uwaterloo.ca/#/events/8595/registration UC holiday special: https://uwaterloo.ca/university-club/events/holiday-special

Suzanne Kearns, aviation professor and director of the Waterloo Centre for Sustainable Aeronautics, discusses the ways that interdisciplinary research and learning in sustainable aeronautics can benefit industry, people and the planet. Nominations are open for teaching excellence awards. The deadline for filling out the Employee Engagement Survey has been extended. Links and resources: Online Teaching Award https://uwaterloo.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8HZOM63iFGXaB9k Online Course Design Award https://uwaterloo.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eQGEuonwHhvzxlA DTA: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/dta AETS: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/chakma December 6: https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/national-day-remembrance-2023 16 Days of Activism: https://uwaterloo.ca/sexual-violence-prevention-response-office/get-involved/16-days-activism-against-gender-based-violence Employee Engagement Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/employee-engagement-survey/ Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-aeronautics/

Mathew Thijssen, director of sustainability, discusses the 2023 Environmental Sustainability Report and the progress we are making towards becoming carbon neutral. A dozen Waterloo researchers appear on a distinguished list for being highly cited. Fundraising challenges for Giving Tuesday allow you to support many causes at the University. And the Faculty of Arts and Office of Research host a speaker series on antagonism and intimidation in academia. Links and resources: Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/12-waterloo-researchers-make-highly-cited-researchers-2023 Rapid antigen tests: https://www.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ Coronavirus website: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus Giving Tuesday: https://imodules.uwaterloo.ca/s/1802/cf20/home.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=1912&appealcode=24A2GGSMG Antagonistic Responses to Science and Technology in the Academy: https://ticketfi.com/event/5384/antagonism-and-intimidation-in-academia-speaker-series Sustainability office: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/ 2023 Environmental Sustainability Report: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/our-progress Free Store: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/operations/waste/free-store Waste sorting guide: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/operations/waste/sorting-guide

Graduate student Jake Chateauneuf tells us about a system he's co-created to prevent whales from getting entangled in fishing gear. Health Services is offering the flu vaccine to students, their families, employees, alumni and retirees. Training is available for staff and faculty to help them intervene when they see harmful or potentially harmful behaviour. And the University homepage has a new look. Links and Resources: High-risk flu clinic: https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/news/high-risk-flu-vaccine-clinic New-look homepage: https://uwaterloo.ca/ Bystander training: https://uwaterloo.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=7590 (in-person session) https://uwaterloo.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=7591 (virtual session) Equity census: https://uwaterloo.ca/equity-data-strategy Whale Safe James Dyson Awards: https://www.jamesdysonaward.org/2023/project/whalesafe/#:~:text=What%20it%20does,prevent%20the%20extinction%20of%20whales.

First Nations student Jeremiah Hyslop tells us what removing an offensive term in an eye exam has to do with reconciliation. The University Club is reopened for your dining pleasure. Complete your employee equity census to help paint an accurate picture of the UWaterloo community. And Waterloo recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Links and resources: University Club: https://uwaterloo.ca/university-club/ Equity Equity Census: https://uwaterloo.ca/equity-data-strategy Nish Vibes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7wfkgWn3uY National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/national-day-truth-and-reconciliation-2023 United Way: https://ecommunity.uwaywrc.ca/crm/Start.jsp https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/about-united-way-campaign/go-red-day-2023

Math student Rastin Rassoli discusses SMILE, a student mental health club he created. Some units on campus have refreshed their identities for 2023 and beyond. Waterloo hosts a number of events as part of National Postdoc Appreciation Week. And Waterloo's Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office is bringing awareness to the 2nd Annual Consent Awareness Week. Links and resources: NPAW: https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/ Postdoc Appreciation: https://uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies-postdoctoral-affairs/welcome-postdoctoral-affairs/national-postdoc-appreciation-week Consent Culture: https://www.couragetoact.ca/consent-awareness-week https://uwaterloo.ca/sexual-violence-prevention-response-office/get-involved/consent-week SMILE Club: https://www.smileclubs.ca/ Colorful Zone: https://colorful.zone/ Joyi App: https://joyi.app/

With Canada's new health warnings on individual cigarettes and little cigars, we hear from professor Geoffrey Fong on his work examining the effectiveness of anti-smoking policies. The University hopes to raise $100,000 for the Global Emergency Student Relief Fund. The Centre for Teaching Excellence announced the deadline to apply for Learning Innovation and Teaching Enhancement (LITE) seed grants. And get your tickets for a sneak preview of this year's performance of TBH: To Be Honest. Links and resources: Global Emergency Student Relief Fund: https://imodules.uwaterloo.ca/s/1802/21/form.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=2660&cid=7415 TBH: To Be Honest: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tbh-to-be-honest-2023-premiere-performances-tickets-696180664107?aff=oddtdtcreator LITE Seed Grant: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/support/teaching-and-learning-research-and-grants/learning-innovation-and-teaching-enhancement-lite-grants/learning-innovation-and-teaching-enhancement-lite-seed-grant International Tobacco Control Policy Evaluation Project: https://itcproject.org/

Rebecca Rooney, a professor and wetland ecologist in the Department of Biology, discusses Ontario's More Homes Built Faster Act and allowing development in the Greenbelt. Following the hate-motivated attack on campus, the president, provost and vice-president, administration and finance participated in two campus forums, now available online. Volunteers are needed for student orientation and move-in days. And the Centre for Work-Integrated Learning has a new website that combines the previous WatPD and EDGE websites, while also highlighting newer programs and initiatives. Links and resources: Community Forums: https://uwaterloo.ca/university-relations/uwaterloo-community-forum-july-2023 WIL: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-work-integrated-learning/ Waterloo Orientation: https://uwaterloo.ca/welcome-warriors/waterloo-orientation Move-in and Orientation Volunteer Sign-up: https://app.initlive.com/web-admin/app/#/join-party?k=lo3gat4b8ainpb&fromOpp Save Ontario Wetlands site: https://saveontariowetlands.weebly.com/take-action.html Special Report on Changes to the Greenbelt: https://www.auditor.on.ca/en/content/news/specials_newsreleases/ataglance_Greenbelt_EN.pdf Save Ontario Wetlands on Greenbelt special report: https://saveontariowetlands.weebly.com/response-to-auditor-general-report.html Wetlands and climate: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/environmental-indicators/extent-wetlands.html

The attack that took place on our campus shook our entire community. Dr. Dillon Browne, professor and clinical psychologist, tells us ways to support each other and ourselves. The president and provost will host two community forums to hear concerns and answer questions about moving forward together. Waterloo invests from its endowment into a for-profit VC fund. And a community initiative will identify and inventory all species around our main campus. Links and resources: Campus Attack: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/prioritizing-well-being Community Forum: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/uwaterloo-community-forum-july-2023-registration-page SEE Grant: https://uwaterloo.ca/human-resources/strategic-partners-programs-and-initiatives/see-canada-grant BioBlitz: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/events/bioblitz https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bioblitz-tickets-666920054837 Campus Wellness https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/ Employee and Family Assistance Program https://uwaterloo.ca/employee-assistance-program/ Here 24/7 https://here247.ca/ Good2Talk https://good2talk.ca/ Talk Suicide Canada https://talksuicide.ca/ Empower Me https://studentcare.ca/rte/en/IHaveAPlan_WUSA_EmpowerMe_EmpowerMe IMPACT https://cmhaww.ca/programs/impact-integrated-mobile-police-and-crisis-team/

Tracelyn Cornelius, director of inclusive communications, discusses Pride Month and other initiatives at Waterloo expressing solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. June is also National Indigenous History Month. An art contest encourages students to create an original piece of art that expresses their interpretation of consent. And the Sustainability Action Fund is accepting applications for projects that will work towards the University's Environmental Sustainability Strategy.

Jess Roque, head coach of the women's basketball team and Waterloo's coach of the year, led her team to their best season ever and tells us how she made the transition from winning athlete to history-making coach. Waterloo announced a full tuition waiver for all qualifying students from two local First Nations communities on whose traditional territory the University is situated. Two annual golf tournaments take place this month. And Waterloo has a new Chief Information Officer. Links and resources: Women's Basketball: https://athletics.uwaterloo.ca/sports/womens-basketball Indigenous tuition waiver: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/student-resources/tuition-waiver-eligible-indigenous-students Burt Matthews Golf Tournament: https://uwaterloo.ca/matthews-golf-classic/ Convocation: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/ Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe

Charlie Clarke, a professor of computer science and associate dean, discusses ChatGPT, and innovation and entrepreneurship in the Faculty of Mathematics. In honour of the Daily Bulletin's 30th birthday, Brandon fills us in on its history and evolution into the DB the UWaterloo community knows today.

Nasif Chowdhury, a student in Recreation and Leisure Studies, is a national-level para athlete with big hoop dreams. Murray Gamble is the new chair of the University's Board of Governors. Chris Houser will be the next dean of the Faculty of Science. And a University delegation heads to the UK for meetings with other institutions, industry representatives and alumni.

Ashley Mehlenbacher, Arts professor and Canada Research Chair in Science, Health, and Technology Information discusses a new research network to examine trust in science and technology. The President's Forum featured a discussion about the recently-launched Waterloo at 100 vision document. Waterloo breaks ground with the Innovation Arena. And the Faculty of Mathematics hosts a showcase of research and innovation. Links in this episode: President's Forum: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/events Innovation Arena: https://uwaterloo.ca/innovation-arena/ Research Discovery Days: https://uwaterloo.ca/math-innovation/math-and-computing-research-discovery-days Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe

Darrell Adams, associate head coach in the Waterloo Warriors football program, discusses his anti-racism work and what motivates him on and off the field. The University welcomed an Eagle Staff to our institution, marking an important step in the journey toward reconciliation. Waterloo now has an open call for honorary degree nominations. And the upcoming President's Forum will formally launch the Waterloo at 100 vision document. Links in this episode: Honorary degrees: https://uwaterloo.ca/secretariat/honorary-degrees-committee/honorary-degrees-granted Honorary degree guidelines: https://uwaterloo.ca/secretariat/governance-committees/honorary-degrees-committee/guidelines-awarding-honorary-degrees Staff conference registration: https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/registration Faculty registration for President's Forum: https://ticketfi.com/event/5049/waterloo-at-100-launch-and-presidents-forum Wellness sessions: https://uwaterloo.ca/healthy-workplace/winterspring-2023-wellness-sessions Wellness sessions registration: https://portal.uwaterloo.ca/#/calendar/events?organizations=Organizational%20%26%20Human%20Development Waterloo Warriors Football: https://athletics.uwaterloo.ca/sports/football The Alliance: https://athletics.uwaterloo.ca/sports/2020/11/18/the-alliance.aspx

Jennisha Wilson, director of anti-racism at Waterloo, discusses the unit's priorities and plans, and what we can all do to advance anti-racism efforts at the University. Research Infosource designated Waterloo Research University of the Year among Canadian comprehensive universities for the 15th consecutive year. The University community will welcome an Eagle Staff, which reflects the wisdom, strength and honour of those who carry it. And registration is open for the annual staff conference. Links in this episode: Research Infosource: https://researchinfosource.com/top-50-research-universities/2022 Staff Enhancement Experience: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/2023-01-20#see-canada-2022-23-grant-recipients-named Eagle Staff Ceremony: https://ticketfi.com/event/5003/eagle-staff-ceremony Staff Conference: https://portal.uwaterloo.ca/#/events/e586/registration Staff Conference Volunteers: https://uwaterloo.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ec80c689a7b4e6e8e2eae0a8d&id=7b2bf30267&e=37d67c1d4b Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism: https://uwaterloo.ca/equity-diversity-inclusion-anti-racism/equity-office Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe

Elder Myeengun Henry, Indigenous Knowledge Keeper in the Faculty of Health, tells us the winter solstice is a time of reflection, and he shares some highlights from 2022. With wintry weather here, the University's official emergency weather closing procedure is in effect. And the president releases a video that reflects on the winter solstice in advance of the winter break. Links in this episode: Storm Closing: https://uwaterloo.ca/secretariat/policies-procedures-guidelines/guidelines/weather-closing-guidelines Waterloo Weather Station: https://uwaterloo.ca/weather President's winter video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amOj9oCP7tc Daily Bulletin: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/2022-12-15 Myeengun Henry interview from Episode 137: https://bit.ly/3huwcNM Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe

Brian Doucet, a professor in the School of Planning, discusses the housing crisis and a research project where members of our community with lived experience of homelessness help with information gathering. The campus community rose to the challenge on Giving Tuesday smashing records once again. The new Crisis Navigation Tool provides steps to follow when you believe a student is in distress. And this year's TD Walter Bean Lecture features an alum speaking about the changing Arctic. Links in this episode: Giving Tuesday: https://imodules.uwaterloo.ca/s/1802/cf20/home.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=1912&appealcode=23A2GGOLG&utm_source=old-site&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=Giving_Tuesday_Central_2022 Supporting students: https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/faculty-and-staff/how-support-student Walter Bean Lecture: https://uwaterloo.ca/environment/td-walter-bean-professorship-environment Lecture registration: https://imodules.uwaterloo.ca/s/1802/21/event.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=2748&content_id=4114Registration Housing as a human right: https://theconversation.com/housing-is-both-a-human-right-and-a-profitable-asset-and-thats-the-problem-172846 Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe

PhD candidate Isra Saeed and master's student Alexandra Ho share their experiences as part of Waterloo's delegation at the UN climate change conference, COP27. Six Waterloo research projects receive $15.8 million to advance science and technology to combat climate change. The Sustainability Office has released its annual report outlining actions and initiatives in support of Waterloo's Environmental Sustainability Strategy. And the University and the Canadian Federation of University Women Kitchener-Waterloo host the annual ceremony of remembrance on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Links in this episode: Climate Action and Awareness Fund: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2022/11/the-government-of-canada-invests-up-to-58-million-in-24-projects-that-support-canadas-goal-of-net-zero-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-2050.html Sustainability report: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/our-progress IDPD at Waterloo: https://uwaterloo.ca/accessibility/international-day-persons-disabilities-december-3-2022 Inclusive communications guide: https://uwaterloo.ca/university-relations/resources/inclusive-communications-guide Accessibility Advisory Panel: https://uwaterloo.ca/accessibility/about/accessibility-advisory-panel Ceremony of Remembrance: https://ticketfi.com/event/4861/national-day-of-remembrance-and-action-on-violence-against-women Ceremony livestream - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMjIM2G8oII Waterloo Climate Institute: https://uwaterloo.ca/climate-institute/ Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Rebecca Rooney, a wetland ecologist and professor in Waterloo's Department of Biology, discusses the value of wetlands and the actions she's taking action to prevent their destruction. As final exam season approaches, a new campaign focuses on student support. Campus Wellness offers the Mental Health Literacy Certificate. And Waterloo's Giving Tuesday campaign seeks to raise at least $650,000. Resources and links in this episode: Interview with Ken McLaughlin on James Downey's legacy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMeITRHfFmA James Downey livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMeITRHfFmA Exam checklist: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/your-warriors-exam-checklist 16 Days of Activism: https://uwaterloo.ca/sexual-violence-prevention-response-office/events/consentmatters https://uwaterloo.ca/sexual-violence-prevention-response-office/get-involved/16-days-activism-against-gender-based-violence Giving Tuesday: https://imodules.uwaterloo.ca/s/1802/cf20/home.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=1912&appealcode=23A2GGOLG&utm_source=daily-bulletin1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Giving_Tuesday_Central_2022 Save Ontario Wetlands site: https://saveontariowetlands.weebly.com/take-action.html Wetlands and climate: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/environmental-indicators/extent-wetlands.html Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Daniel Scott, a professor in the Faculty of Environment, discusses sustainable tourism and the International Tourism Panel on Climate Change he launched at COP27. The Safety Office reminds us with the arrival of snow and ice comes the risk of serious injury. The University makes plans to celebrate the life and legacy of former president James Downey. And there are two new award opportunities for students impacted by conflict or risk. Resources and Links: Slip and fall: https://uwaterloo.ca/safety-office/occupational-health-safety/slips-trips-and-falls Safety poster: https://uwaterloo.ca/safety-office/sites/ca.safety-office/files/uploads/files/newposterslip-and-fall_0.pdf New scholarships and bursaries: https://uwaterloo.c/forms/undergraduate-studies/ontario-ukraine-solidarity-scholarship-application https://uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies-postdoctoral-affairs/awards/students-risk-bursary https://uwaterloo.ca/student-awards-financial-aid/awards/students-risk-bursary Research data management: https://uwaterloo.ca/research/research-data-management-town-hall-november-21 Craft sale: https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-association/events/craft-show-and-sale Interview with Ken McLaughlin on James Downey's legacy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMeITRHfFmA James Downey livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMeITRHfFmA Atmosphair: https://www.atmosfair.de/en/ Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: https;//www.uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

John McMinn, professor of architecture, discusses the tiny homes he and his students design and build to help address the issue of homelessness in our community. Masks are required for all indoor academic activity for the rest of the term. We rank fourth in Canada for sustainability. HR hosts information sessions with Green Shield Canada, our new benefits provider. And the University and Region launch a travel survey to learn about your commute. Links and Resources in this episode: Coronavirus Website: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/ Sustainability Rankings: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/sustainability-rankings/2023 Travel survey: https://uwaterloo.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5dUzXHfqngseTOK Green Shield Sessions: https://uwaterloo.ca/human-resources/GSCI. Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

As the University prepares to honour Pearl Sullivan, late dean emeritus of the Faculty of Engineering, Mary Wells, dean of Waterloo Engineering, and Jay Shah, alum, entrepreneur and former director of Velocity, discuss Sullivan's many contributions to engineering education at Waterloo. Elder Myeengun Henry discusses treaties, wampum belts and the treaty relationship at an event marking Treaties Recognition Week. Nearly 400 student-athletes made the 2021-2022 President's Academic Honour Roll. And 11 leaders in education, business and community who have ties to the University of Waterloo are named among the 100 most powerful women in Canada. Links and resources in the episode: Most powerful women: https://wxnetwork.com/page/2022Top100AwardWinners Academic honour roll: https://athletics.uwaterloo.ca/sports/2022/9/21/2021-22-presidents-academic-honour-roll-recipients.aspx Honouring Pearl Sullivan: https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/honouring-dean-pearl-sullivan Treaties Recognition Week: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/treaties-recognition-week-2022 https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/events/spiritual-side-treaties https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/events/two-row-wampum-haldimand-deed-and-grand-river-tract Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

James Skidmore, professor and director of the Waterloo Centre for German Studies, discusses a new book that students and faculty wrote about Germans arriving to Waterloo region after the Second World War. More than 2,500 graduands receive degrees at fall convocation. Dominic Barton, Waterloo's chancellor, donates $1 million to the University. And the annual WatITis conference for IT professionals is coming up. Links and resources in the episode: Chancellor gift: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/impact-stories/advancing-talent-evolution United Way campaign: https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/ Deans auction: https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/events/deans-auction-united-way Deans auction items: https://app.kambeo.io/event/uwaterloo.auction Road to COP27: https://uwaterloo.ca/climate-institute/events/road-cop27 Student Experience Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/institutional-analysis-planning/fall2022ses WatITis: https://uwaterloo.ca/watitis/ WatITis registration: https://portal.uwaterloo.ca/#/events/e518/registration Waterloo Centre for German Studies: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-german-studies/ Germans of Waterloo Region: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-german-studies/events/germans-waterloo-region-book-launch Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Professor Christine McWebb, the director of the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, looks at its history and future as we mark its tenth anniversary. President Goel discussed recent in-person events and an overview of Waterloo at 100 at the President's Forum. Waterloo celebrates its 125th convocation. And it's Zero Waste Month. Links and resources in this episode: President's Forum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3r6DLsi19ug President discusses Waterloo at 100: https://youtu.be/k_pmdVbgkBk Assistant Vice-President Academic, Academic Leadership and Strategic Initiatives: https://uwaterloo.ca/associate-vice-president-academic/news/seeking-candidates-new-leadership-role-assistant-vice   Fall Convocation: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/ Alumni Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj0NMwoDaA_/ Zero Waste Month: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/events/zero-waste-month-2022#Activities Zero Waste Pledge: https://uwaterloo.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5hvCLcy5uqExQ90 Stratford School Tenth Anniversary: https://uwaterloo.ca/stratford-school-of-interaction-design-and-business/events Global Business and Digital Arts: https://uwaterloo.ca/stratford-school-of-interaction-design-and-business/undergraduate Master of Digital Experience Innovation : https://uwaterloo.ca/stratford-school-of-interaction-design-and-business/graduate Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast Listener Survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Anwar Jaber, an AMTD postdoctoral fellow in the School of Architecture, discusses the effect politics and conflicts have on the built environment and vice versa. The University observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. The Canadian Foundation for Innovation awards more than $3.8 million to 23 projects based at the University. And Alumni Black and Gold Day returns to campus. Links and resources: Truth and Reconciliation: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/events/national-day-truth-and-reconciliation-2022 Speaker Kevin Lamoureux: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/events/kevin-lamoureux-truth-and-reconciliation-higher-learning CFI funding announcement: https://www.innovation.ca/news/researchers-across-canada-receive-major-investments-tackle-national-global-challenges CFI Waterloo: https://uwaterloo.ca/research/news/cfi-funding-awarded-waterloo-researchers-0 Waterloo at 100: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/waterloo-100 President's Forum: https://www.ticketfi.com/event/4750/presidents-forum-fall-2022 Black and Gold Day: https://uwaterloo.ca/alumni/events-and-awards/alumni-black-and-gold-day Ontario Universities Fair: https://www.ontariouniversitiesfair.ca/ Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Vivek Goel, Waterloo's president and vice-chancellor, provides an update on the Waterloo at 100 initiative, with details on the new discussion paper. Consultations with campus and external stakeholders continue as we envision Waterloo in 2057. The Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre's powwow celebrates Indigenous culture. And fall convocation is recruiting volunteers. Links and resources: Welcome Back Lunch: https://ticketfi.com/event/4707/welcome-back-lunch Doug Wright Celebration of Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aaBHEQ4hj8&feature=youtu.be Powwow: https://uwaterloo.ca/stpauls/waterloo-indigenous-student-centre/pow-wow https://uwaterloo.ca/events/events/wisc-pow-wow-2022 Convocation Volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers President's Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainability/presidents-advisory-committee-environmental-sustainability Waterloo at 100: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/waterloo-100 Waterloo at 100 Consultations: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/waterloo-100-consultation-registration Vivek Goel introduces Waterloo at 100 (Interview from Episode 130): https://youtu.be/vNeVso0S8Kw Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Ghazal Geshnizjani, professor and chair of Women in Math, appears with performance artist Gioia De Cari to discuss the latter's experience in what she's described as the male math maze at MIT and the show it inspired. Jacinda Reitsma, who has an excellent background in audit, finance, and corporate administration, is the new vice-president, administration and finance. The Royal Society of Canada has honoured several UWaterloo researchers as fellows, college members, and award winners. And the University will make a formal commitment to Indigenization, decolonization, and reconciliation with a special ceremony. Links and resources: RSC fellows and college members: https://rsc-src.ca/sites/default/files/2022%20New%20Member%20List_EN_0.pdf RSC award winners: https://uwaterloo.ca/research/news/two-waterloo-researchers-among-rsc-medal-award-winners Welcome-back lunch: https://ticketfi.com/event/4707/welcome-back-lunch Lunch livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aaBHEQ4hj8&feature=youtu.be Douglas Wright: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/waterloo-celebrates-life-and-legacy-douglas-wright Kish and Helena Hahn celebration of life: https://ticketfi.com/event/4697/remembering-kish-and-helena-hahn Indigenous commitment ceremony: https://www.ticketfi.com/event/4733/indigenous-commitment-ceremony Truth Values tickets: https://uwaterloo.ca/truth-values-play/ Truth Values organization: https://truthvalues.org/ Women in Mathematics: https://uwaterloo.ca/women-in-mathematics/ Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Myeengun Henry, the Faculty of Health's first Indigenous Knowledge Keeper, discusses Indigenization, reconciliation, and his role at Waterloo. The provider for extended health and dental benefits is changing. Waterloo holds a special ceremony that is the first of its kind on a university campus. And it's that time for campus move-in and orientation. (The interview first aired on April 29, 2022) LInks in this episode: Benefits provider: https://uwaterloo.ca/human-resources/projects/green-shield-canada-benefits-implementation Doug Wright celebration of life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aaBHEQ4hj8 Ken McLaughlin discusses Doug Wright: https://bit.ly/3wOOjCu

Adanna Amechi, a third-year engineering student from Nigeria, discusses the history and significance of braids in Black culture and why she created a startup to train more stylists. The president and provost provide a safety and operational update for the upcoming fall term. Special Collections and Archives is working on an oral history project to document Waterloo history. And Black and Gold Day is fast approaching. Links and resources: Health and Safety Update: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/ Black and Gold Day: https://uwaterloo.ca/alumni/events-and-awards/alumni-black-and-gold-day Velocity: https://velocityincubator.com/about/ The President Braids Pitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkxWWiUElvg The President Braids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepresidentbraids/ The President Braids: www.thepresidentbraids.ca

Math professor and Canada 150 Research Chair Anita Layton discusses using computer models to modernize medicine and make it more equitable. IC3 becomes the Waterloo Climate Institute. Orientation, campus move-in, and the University's United Way Campaign seek volunteers. And registration is open for the Mental Health Literacy Certificate. Links and resources: IC3: https://uwaterloo.ca/climate-institute/about/2022-2026-strategic-plan Volunteer for move-in and orientation: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/bkg-Fall2022VolunteerSignup@uwaterloo.ca/bookings/ United Way: https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/ Core committee registration - https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/united-way-campaign-core-committee-members Ambassador volunteer registration - https://uwaterloo.ca/united-way/volunteer-form Orange shirt: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/catalogsearch/result/?q=orange+shirts+%2B+indigenous Mental Health Literacy Certificate: https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/counselling-services/mental-health-training-opportunities Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Jean-Paul Lam, professor of economics, discusses the highest inflation in decades and tells us why things are so much more expensive now. The annual Global Ranking of Academic Subjects is out, with strong results from the University in a wide range of subject areas. Waterloo students may soon be able to order pizza or a burger from a nearby plaza and have it brought to campus by Canada's first all-weather autonomous delivery robot. And Antoni Cimolino, artistic director of the Stratford Festival, will deliver this year's Hagey Lecture. Links and resources: Shanghai ranking: https://www.shanghairanking.com/institution/university-of-waterloo WISA: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-aeronautics Sustainable aeronautics summit: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-aeronautics/sustainable-aeronautics-summit Hagey lecture: https://uwaterloo.ca/hagey-lectures WISA interview/Episode 118: https://bit.ly/3Jn84VQ Beyond the Bulletin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawkBQ15NDEkkHnZKLer9upKt2l9edSoe Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Kelly Grindrod, a professor in the School of Pharmacy, discusses the second COVID boosters, recently made available to all adults in Ontario. The president and provost urge everyone on campus to ensure their vaccination status is up to date. Four start-ups each won $5,000 at the Concept $5K pitch competition. And the Office of Research hosts a Pivot-RP workshop for faculty and graduate students. Links in this episode: COVID update: https://campuscheckin.uwaterloo.ca https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/ https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/covid-19-vaccine-centre Concept $5K: https://concept.uwaterloo.ca/42259/ PIVOT-RP: https://uwaterloo.ca/research/pivotrptraining Shad Canada: https://www.shad.ca/ Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Mark Weber, Eyton director of the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, discusses the new entrepreneurship fellowship for PhD students. The University launches an institutional commercialization framework that contains information about the management and protection of intellectual property and more. And W Store introduces a series of virtual meeting peripherals, including one with a 360-degree camera. Links in this episode: Commercialization framework: https://uwaterloo.ca/research/waterloo-commercialization-office-watco/intellectual-property/university-waterloo-commercialization-framework Entrepreneurial PhD: https://uwaterloo.ca/conrad-school-entrepreneurship-business/graduate-students/master-business-entrepreneurship-and-technology/entrepreneurial-phd-fellowship Sustainable IT: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-technology/ Meeting Owl 3: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/owl-labs-meeting-owl-3.html Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

The School of Pharmacy's Wasem Alsabbagh discusses what led to the opioid crisis, who's affected, and ways to get us out of it. The University suspended its mask requirement following a number of similar changes to mask mandates at the municipal and provincial levels. Waterloo students had the privilege of participating in a live virtual address from Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the president of Ukraine. And St. Paul's University College will change its name. Links in this episode: Mask public health: https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/face-coverings.aspx#Who-should-wear-a-face-covering Coronavirus site: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/ Zelenskyy address: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZe_kji363g&t=375 Wicked problem of climate change: https://uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies-postdoctoral-affairs/current-students/wicked-problem-climate-change-course Opioids CAMH: https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/opioid-addiction Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Vivek Goel, the University of Waterloo's president and vice-chancellor, discusses the Waterloo at 100 initiative, where we ask ourselves as an institution what we aspire to become by our 100th anniversary. Our 124th convocation ceremonies are underway. The Faculty of Health formally welcomes Myeengun Henry as Indigenous knowledge keeper and commemorates a new relationship of reconciliation in work throughout the Faculty. And 96 faculty members receive awards for outstanding contributions to teaching and scholarship or service to the University. Links in this episode: Convocation: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/ Outstanding performance: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/2022-06-09#2021-outstanding-performance-award-recipients-announced W Store Pride: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/pride-tee-2022-02494.html Glow Centre: https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/services/glow-centre Jeremy Steffler Glow 50th interview: https://bit.ly/3MXCdMM Waterloo at 100: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/waterloo-100 Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Edris Madadian, is one of the first AMTD postdoctoral scholars, and is just wrapping up his work at Waterloo. He discusses his process for removing substances in drugs and personal care products from wastewater to turn what's left into renewable energy. The University is welcoming more than 30 Ukrainian students whose studies were interrupted by the ongoing war in their country. The School of Optometry and Vision Science announces a partnership with the Region of Waterloo to expand community members' access to world-class eye and vision care. And the Office of Indigenous Relations celebrates National Indigenous History Month. Links and resources: Students At Risk: https://waterloo-sec.imodules.com/s/1802/21/form.aspx?sid=1802&gid=2&pgid=2660&cid=7415&appealcode=23FSGEOLG Right to disconnect: https://uwaterloo.ca/provost/disconnecting-work-guideline Optometry partnership: https://uwaterloo.ca/seeing-beyond-2020/ Indigenous History Month: https://uwaterloo.ca/indigenous/ Convocation: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/guests Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Shawn Gilbertson, manager of course materials, discusses the shift to digital in the textbook market, what's behind it, and what it means for students. Bruce Frayne will soon begin his tenure as the new dean of the Faculty of Environment. Two pop-up COVID vaccination clinics happen in May and June. And the Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration releases an image of Sagittarius A, a black hole at the centre of the Milky Way. Links and Resources: Black hole: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/science/finding-our-galactic-centre Strickland National Academy of Sciences: https://bit.ly/3Lwqwf5 Convocation volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers Campus check-in: https://campuscheckin.uwaterloo.ca/ Coronavirus website: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus W Store: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/ Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Environment student Baxter Naday is on a personal mission to identify 1,000 plants not far from campus this year. He discusses the value of citizen science and what he's found so far. Volunteers are needed for Convocation ceremonies and celebrations. The Waterloo at 100 initiative looks ahead to the University in 2057. And the next President's Forum will discuss the work of the President's Anti-Racism Taskforce. Links and resources: Convocation volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers David Johnston's book: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/johnston-david-trust-twenty-ways-to-build-a-better-country.html Vintage gear: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/featured/vintage-collection.html Waterloo at 100: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/Waterloo-100 PART report: https://uwaterloo.ca/anti-racism/sites/ca.anti-racism/files/uploads/files/part_report_final_-_april_22_2022.pdf President's Forum: https://www.ticketfi.com/event/4573/presidents-forum Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Charmaine Dean, vice-president, research and international, leads engagement and action for the President's Anti-Racism Taskforce, and shares the recommendations from its report. The President's Excellence in Teaching and Research celebration highlighted 189 professors, grad students, and postdoctoral fellows who earned awards for excellence in teaching, distinction in research, or service. There are changes to some premiums and deductions for some benefits and pension contributions. And the Library published its 2021 Annual Report. Links and resources: PART report: https://uwaterloo.ca/anti-racism/sites/ca.anti-racism/files/uploads/files/part_report_final_-_april_22_2022.pdf Teaching and Research Excellence: https://uwaterloo.ca/excellence-teaching-research/ Library Annual Report: https://publications.uwaterloo.ca/library-annual-report-2021/welcome/ Convocation volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers Convocation guests: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/guests Benefits rates: https://uwaterloo.ca/human-resources/support-employees/benefits/rates Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Myeengun Henry, the Faculty of Health's first Indigenous Knowledge Keeper, shares his goals and motivation as he approaches in this new role at Waterloo. The President's Anti-Racism Taskforce, or PART, has developed 88 recommendations aimed at rooting out and eliminating racism at the University. The University of Waterloo has published its first report to reflect on some of the work being done across the University to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. And W Store | Course Materials + Supplies will undergo a renovation to respond to market changes and customer feedback. Links and resources: Vaccination status: https://campuscheckin.uwaterloo.ca/ PART report: https://uwaterloo.ca/anti-racism/sites/ca.anti-racism/files/uploads/files/part_report_final_-_april_22_2022.pdf President on PART report: https://uwaterloo.ca/anti-racism/presidents-response-part-report President's forum: https://www.ticketfi.com/event/4573/presidents-forum SDG report: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-development-goals EcoCAR EV Challenge: https://ecocarevchallenge.org/ Convocation volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers Podcast Listener Survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Sarah Burch, Canada Research Chair and executive director of the Interdisciplinary Centre on Climate Change, discusses her work on the UN Climate Report and the relevance of Earth Day. The University is extending the face-covering requirement until further notice. Waterloo joins the Scholars at Risk Network. And W Store and the Office of Indigenous Relations curate a new collection of Indigenous products in collaboration with Morningstar Designs. Links and Resources: Masks: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/health-and-safety/face-coverings Scholars at Risk: https://www.scholarsatrisk.org/ https://www.scholarsatrisk.org/get-involved-institutions/ https://uwaterloo.ca/international/international-opportunities Indigenous collection: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/featured/indigenous-collection.html Teaching awards: https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/dta https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/chakma University Professors: https://uwaterloo.ca/health/news/john-hirdes-named-university-professor https://uwaterloo.ca/physics-astronomy/news/physicist-robert-mann-named-university-professor Podcast listener survey: uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/pod…st-listener-survey

Fatma Gzara, a professor in the Faculty of Engineering and an expert on supply chain management and logistics, tells us how world events drastically affect manufacturing, shipping, and the prices we pay. Take your remaining vacation days or arrange to defer them. There are many volunteer roles and shifts available for spring convocation. And the next Waterloo Innovation Summit features a global list of thought leaders and innovators who will explore ways organizations can successfully build a sustainable talent pipeline. Links and resources in this episode: Exam resources: https://uwaterloo.ca/student-success/resources/tests-and-exams#in-person Exam schedule: https://uwaterloo.ca/registrar/final-examinations/exam-schedule Goose safety tips: https://www.ohiogeesecontrol.com/what-to-do-when-a-canada-goose-attacks/ Convocation volunteers: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/volunteers Waterloo Innovation Summit: https://uwaterloo.ca/waterloo-innovation-summit/ Waterloo Innovation Summit event: https://hopin.com/events/waterloo-innovation-summit-talent Podcast Listener Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

James Downey led the University of Waterloo for six years during a challenging time of provincial budget cuts by two consecutive Ontario governments. Ken McLaughlin, historian and distinguished professor emeritus, discusses the lasting impact Downey made. The University remembers Edward Lank, a professor of computer science. Students return to writing final exams in person. And six women win co-op students of the year. Links and resources: James Downey: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/university-marks-passing-james-downey-president-emeritus Edward Lank: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/how-you-can-help/ways-to-give https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/news/in-memory-of-our-friend-mentor-colleague-professor-edward-lank https://franceavc.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkR8Qq0Gu9c Co-op Students of the Year: https://uwaterloo.ca/co-operative-education/news/six-women-recognized-2021-waterloo-co-op-students-of-the-year Exams: https://uwaterloo.ca/student-success/resources/tests-and-exams#in-person https://uwaterloo.ca/student-success-office-resources/instructor-resources Nesting Season Collection at W Store: https://wstore.uwaterloo.ca/featured/new-arrivals.html Goose Safety Tips: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2019/04/15/canade-geese-safety-tips-ohio-department-natural-resources/3471009002/ Staff Conference: https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/ https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/agenda-dates-times https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/registration Podcast Listener Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

Trevor Charles, a professor in the Department of Biology and an entrepreneur, discusses the LiftOff program for Black entrepreneurs. The University has announced changes to public health restrictions on our campuses for the Spring term and beyond. Employees are invited to take a survey capturing worker and workplace experiences with remote work during the pandemic. And the Sustainability Office launches the Waste Sorting Game to better manage waste on the campus and further the University's Shift:Zero Campaign. Links and resources in this episode: VP Finance and Administration questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WaterlooVPFA Waste Sorting Challenge: https://api.recollect.net/r/area/UnivofWaterloo https://uwaterloo.ca/plant-operations/services/environmental-services/shift-zero-waste-management Centre of Research Expertise for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders : https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-of-research-expertise-for-the-prevention-of-musculoskeletal-disorders/about Work from Home study: https://uwaterloo.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0kqODJ16L7PnzWS Podcast Listener Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

Rob Danisch, a professor in communication arts, discusses misinformation, disinformation, and the ways the things we share online and the language we use could have negative implications for our society. Waterloo's staff, students, and faculty come together to facilitate a broad range of support for people affected by the attack on Ukraine. Convocation is back to in-person ceremonies. And the Joyce Family Foundation gives $2 million in student awards. Links and Resources in this episode: Waterloo Response website: https://uwaterloo.ca/international/news/waterloos-response-ukraine March Open House: https://www.accelevents.com/e/marchvirtualopenhouse2022 Reports page: https://uwaterloo.ca/about/reports Global Impact: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/global-impact Globe Impact Report: https://uwaterloo.ca/about/sites/default/files/uploads/documents/fp1581-global-impact-2022-final_lr-final-ua.pdf Joyce Family Foundation: https://uwaterloo.ca/undergraduate-entrance-awards/awards/joyce-scholars-awards Convocation: https://uwaterloo.ca/convocation/ Now We're Talking Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/now-were-talking/id1106503972 Rob Danisch article on polarizing language: https://theconversation.com/7-ways-to-spot-polarizing-language-how-to-choose-responsibly-what-to-amplify-online-or-in-person-177276 Rob Danisch article on democracy in peril: https://theconversation.com/canada-should-be-preparing-for-the-end-of-american-democracy-176930 Braver Angels: https://braverangels.org/ Podcast listener survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

Just back from her first Olympic Games, first-year planning student Madeline Schizas discusses balancing world-class figure skating and her studies. The University shares support for the people of Ukraine. As Ontario moves to reopen, some safety measures remain in place at Waterloo for now while others change. And registration is open for both the staff conference and the teaching and learning conference. Links and Resources: Donate to the Red Cross: https://bit.ly/3pXretT Mental Health sources: Counselling Services - 519-888-4567 ext. 32655 https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/counselling-services Here 24/7 - 1-844-437-3247 https://here247.ca/ Health Services - Student Medical Clinic - 519-888-4096 https://uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/health-services/student-medical-clinic Grand River Hospital - 519-749-4300 https://www.grhosp.on.ca/ St. Mary's Hospital - 519-744-3311 https://www.smgh.ca/ Good2Talk - 1-866-925-5454 https://good2talk.ca/ Crisis Services Canada - 1-833-456-4566 or by text 45645 https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca/en/ Mates - mates@wusa.ca Employee Assistance Program: https://uwaterloo.ca/employee-assistance-program/ How She Hustles: https://howshehustles.com/ Staff Conference: https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/ Staff Conference Speaker Series: https://uwaterloo.ca/staff-conference/speaker-series Teaching and Learning Conference: https://uwaterloo.ca/uw-teaching-and-learning-conference/ Podcast Listener Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

The Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics is geared to shape the future of aviation at a pivotal moment for the sector and the climate, and professor Suzanne Kearns, founding director, discusses what's needed to make flying more sustainable in three big ways. Students return to campus. The Faculty Association of the University of Waterloo funds scholarships for UWaterloo students from Six Nations of the Grand River. Employees get two days off as a thank you. And Grade 10 Family Night informs families about applying to university. Links in this episode: Performance appraisal: https://uwaterloo.ca/human-resources/support-employees/compensation FAUW: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/ Grade 10: https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/grade-10-family-night-registration WISA Research: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-aeronautics/research-and-partnerships WISA Design Competition: https://uwaterloo.ca/sustainable-aeronautics/wisa-comp Podcast Listener Survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

Clive Forrester, a continuing lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature, is one of the lead organizers of Waterloo's Ujima Black History Month, and he discusses its meaning and its potential. The president's forum featured senior leaders of the University providing updates on the return to in-person experiences. And there was a data breach at Homewood Health, the provider of Waterloo's Employee and Family Assistance Plan. Resources and links in this episode: Ujima Black History Month: https://uwaterloo.ca/black-history-month/ President's Forum: https://uwaterloo.ca/president/events-1/presidents-forum-february-2 Homewood breach statement: https://image.mkt.homewoodhealth.com/lib/fe3911717164047d7d1672/m/2/d6375b1c-f894-41df-9425-b6a2e23f1dda.pdf Homewood inquiry form: https://voxco.homewoodhealth.com/SE/1/InquiryForm/ Podcast listener survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey

Zahid Butt, a professor in the School of Public Health Sciences and an expert on infectious diseases, looks at the causes and consequences of low vaccination rates among younger kids. The University provides an update on our return to campus. Research Infosource names UWaterloo Research University of the Year among comprehensive universities. And Waterloo joins Academics Without Borders. Resources and links in this episode: Campus return: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/news/person-experiences-resuming-february-7 Research University of the Year: https://researchinfosource.com/top-50-research-universities/2021 Academics Without Borders: https://www.awb-usf.org/ https://uwaterloo.ca/international/international-opportunities GSPA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AJMQKC0VyY GRADflix2022 tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/gradflix-2022-showcase-tickets-227247933687 President's Forum: https://www.ticketfi.com/event/4431/presidents-forum Podcast listener survey: https://uwaterloo.ca/daily-bulletin/podcast-listener-survey