Anne McLellan: From Dal to Parliament, a leader of distinction

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International Student of the Year champions getting involved

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From: Dalhousie Libraries
Subject: Lunch and Learn - 3D Printing

Library Lunch & Learn

Tuesday May 8, noon – 1 pm

Killam Library Room 2616

What is 3D printing and why are we about to begin using it at the Dalhousie Libraries?

Marc Comeau, Director, Library IT, and MLIS students Riel Gallant and Michael Groenendyk will give a brief overview of 3D printing and scanning technology, provide a description of the Dalhousie Libraries pilot project slated to launch in the Killam Learning Commons in May, and show what has been accomplished so far. They will also discuss potential opportunities for the future of this project at the Libraries.

The presentation will include a live demonstration of 3D printing.

All are welcome. Don’t forget to bring your lunch! Can’t make it? Watch the 3D printing preview video: http://vimeo.com/40866082

From: Physics and Atmospheric Science
Subject: Halifax Planetarium Show

Halifax Planetarium Show

Time:       Thursday, May 10th, 7:15 pm
Location:   Rm. 118, Dunn Bldg, Dalhousie University, 6310 Coburg Rd
Presenter: Chris Young
Title:      "Spring Star Patterns and Lore"

Spring diamonds and triangles in the night sky lead to the summer stars. Become familiar again with the star patterns and stories of May skies (and easy ways to find them!) ...and just what is that Transit of Venus?

Admission: $5 (at the door); reductions for families (min. age 8 years)
Reservations Required: e-mail planetarium@dal.ca
State number of adults and children (8-15)

The Show is about an hour long. Details will be sent the day before.

Please do not be late. No admission after the door closes.

For this and other Astronomy events in Nova Scotia: astronomynovascotia.ca

From: School of Biomedical Engineering
Subject: 10th Annual Research Day

The School of Biomedical Engineering is proud to present its 10^th Annual Research Day Friday, May 4 in Room 1009 of the Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building.

From 8:30 to 5:00 pm graduate students and guest speakers will present exciting and innovative Biomedical Engineering research work. All Presentations are open to the public. Of special notice are the presentations by Dr. Rory Cooper and Dr. Kirby Vosburgh, this year's Distinguished Academic and Industrial Speakers. Please join us!

Please find the poster and full program at the Seminars & Events Website: http://bme.medicine.dal.ca/index.html

From: Dalhousie University Libraries
Subject: Presentations by candidates for position of Head of the Killam Library

The Dalhousie Libraries invite all interested parties on campus to attend presentations by shortlisted candidates for the position of Head of the Killam Library. The presentations will all take place from 11am til noon in the Macmechan Auditorium on the main floor of the library.

May 3

Erin Mayhood, User Experience Librarian / Head of the Music Library, University of Virginia Library

May 4

David Michels, Public Services Librarian, Sir James Dunn Law Library, Dalhousie University

May 25

Vanessa Kam, Head Librarian, Irving K. Barger Learning Centre, University of British Columbia

June 4

Daphne Flanagan, Interim University Librarian, American University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

The Search Committee welcomes your feedback about the candidates. Please send an email to University Librarian Donna Bourne-Tyson (donna.bourne-tyson@dal.ca) with any impressions that are relevant to the selection of the successful candidate.

From: Human Resources and the Office of Human Rights, Equity, and Harassment Prevention
Subject: Resource: Video Demonstrations of Difficult Conversations

As employees, we have likely all encountered difficult conversations with our colleagues, managers, or reporting staff at some point in our careers.

We recognize the importance of preparing for these types of conversations when possible. Our workplace survey results further emphasize the significance of a respectful workplace.

As part of our ongoing commitment to your needs, we’re pleased to provide you with some video demonstrations of difficult conversations in a variety of topic areas.

Coordinated through Human Resources and the Office of Human Rights, Equity, and Harassment Prevention, these brief videos feature members of the Dalhousie community (faculty, staff, and students) engaging in difficult conversations and working through them to achieve a more positive outcome.

Visit http://bit.ly/diffconv to view the videos. We are pleased with these videos and hope that they will serve to increase skills and confidence in addressing workplace concerns at Dal.

We invite you to share this information with your respective areas as well. If you or one of your colleagues requires further assistance, you can contact our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) at 1-800-387-4765 or www.workhealthlife.com.

From: Theatre
Subject: Part-time academic postings

PART-TIME ACADEMIC POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY

Halifax, Nova Scotia
Canada B3H 4H6

POSTING DATE: May 2, 2012

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 12, 2012

POSITION: Part-Time Academic – Theatre 1450.06 X/Y Introduction to Costume Studies Full Year (September 2012 – April 2013)

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Theatre

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT: This Part-Time Academic will take responsibility for the teaching and grading of one section of Introduction to Costume Studies (Theatre 1450.06 X/Y). Duties will include the preparation of lectures and technical demonstrations, course materials and assignments, and the evaluation of students’ work. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:  MA or MFA in Theatre, Costume Studies, or related discipline. Candidates with a BA or BFA in Theatre, Costume Studies or related discipline and substantial professional experience in clothing construction in general will be considered. Experience of teaching at the university level, with documented evidence of teaching ability, is an asset.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are applying for multiple positions, please submit separate applications for each posting. PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING, INCLUDING A CV AND COVER LETTER, BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE TO: Dr. Jure Gantar, Chair Department of Theatre Dalhousie University Halifax, NS B3H 4R2 Fax: (902) 494-1499 theatre@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.

PART-TIME ACADEMIC POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia,
Canada B3H 4H6

POSTING DATE: May 2, 2012

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 12, 2012

POSITION: Part-Time Academic – Theatre 4452.03 The Sculpture of Dress Fall Term (September 2012 – December 2012)

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Theatre PAY RATE: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT: This Part-Time Academic will take responsibility for the teaching and grading of The Sculpture of Dress (Theatre 4452.03 X), which includes a focus on building costume directly on the human body or mannequin. Responsibilities for this class will also include the preparation of lectures, course materials, and assignments. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:  MA or MFA in Theatre, Costume Studies, or related discipline. Candidates with a BA or BFA in Theatre, Costume Studies or related discipline and substantial professional experience in clothing construction in general will be considered. Experience of teaching at the university level, with documented evidence of teaching ability, is an asset. PLEASE NOTE: If you are applying for multiple positions, please submit separate applications for each posting.

PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING, INCLUDING A CV AND COVER LETTER, BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE TO: Dr. Jure Gantar, Chair Department of Theatre Dalhousie University Halifax, NS B3H 4R2 Fax: (902) 494-1499 theatre@dal.ca

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.

From: Recruitment and Retention
Subject: Job posting

Posting: TEMP12008

Classification: Employer Lead Generation Specialist (Temporary)

Department: Engineering & Computer Science Co-operative Education

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Closing Date: May 11, 2012

View this posting on the web at:

http://staffingservices.dal.ca/vacancies.php

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