Plans announced for Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity

A transformative $8.2-million gift from entrepreneur and conservationist Ross Beaty will fund the development of the Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity, an interactive ocean science discovery centre set to open in the Steele Ocean Sciences Building in 2025. Read our Dal News story for more details on this week's announcement, and visit dal.ca/beaty-centre for updates on the project, including renderings of what the space will look like.

Marine biology student awarded 3M National Student Fellowship

Last summer, marine biology student Aaron Judah worked with Diversity of Nature to create Halifax Shark Week, a series of in-person events for diverse shark scientists to introduce local youth to the sharks and rays found in Nova Scotian waters. For his efforts, Aaron was awarded the 3M National Student Fellowship, which celebrates post-secondary students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and educational vision. Read this Dal News story for more on the award and Aaron's post-graduation plans.

Teaching Assistant positions: First Year Interest Groups in Science (FIGS)

Teaching assistant positions (TA45) are still available for the following first year interest groups (FIGS): Oceans, Health and medicine, Neuroscience of the brain, and Earth and Environment. TAs will facilitate active and engaging weekly sessions for first year students in the fall, with content development beginning in August. Positions listed are currently open until filled. Please see this post for complete details on the positions and instructions on how to apply.

Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator positions: Dalhousie Integrated Science Program (DISP)

Please see the job postings below for complete details and application instructions for several teaching assistant and demonstrator positions in the Dalhousie Integrated Science Program (DISP).

• Writing in Science TA65, Integrated Science Program
• Biology Lab TA45, Integrated Science Program (SCIE1506)
• Biology Lab TA45, Integrated Science Program (SCIE1507)
• Ethics in Science TA130, Integrated Science Program/Philosophy
• Psychology Lab TA35, Integrated Science Program
• Integrated Field Trips TA65, Integrated Science Program
• Statistics TA45, Integrated Science Program
• Integrated Science Program Demonstrator, 45 hours

2023 Spring Convocation Lunch for African Nova Scotian, Black and/or of African descent students

The Faculty of Science will be hosting a lunch for African Nova Scotian, Black and/or of African descent students graduating in the Spring 2023 Faculty of Science Convocation. All graduating students who self-identify as African Nova Scotian, Black and/or of African descent are invited to attend. Learn more and register at this link.

Date: Monday, May 29
Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Milligan Room, 8th floor, Life Sciences Centre

Department/Program Convocation receptions

Confirmed convocation receptions held by departments and programs include:

Department of Chemistry
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Dal Quad
Contact: Danielle Pottie (danielle.pottie@dal.ca)

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Atrium, Steele Ocean Sciences Building
Contact: Norma Keeping (norma.keeping@dal.ca)

Medical Sciences Program
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Tupper Foyer, Sir Charles Tupper Medical Building
Contact: Asrar Haq-Montford (asrarulhaq@dal.ca)

Department of Physics & Atmospheric Science
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm
Ceremony location: Main Lobby, Dunn Building (reception to follow)
Reception location: Resource Centre, Room 108, Dunn Building
Contact: Jenn Currie (jennifer.currie@dal.ca)

Department of Psychology and Neuroscience
Date: May 31, 2023
Time: 2:30 pm
Location: P- 4332, Life Sciences Centre
Contact: Alicia Eakins (alicia.eakins@dal.ca)

Covidence 101 webinar

Faculty, staff and graduate students who will be conducting systemic reviews may be interested in attending a Covidence 101 training webinar on Wednesday, May 24 from 12 to 1:00 p.m. The session includes a live demo with an overview of the systemic review workflow and showcases some of Covidence’s most popular features. Learn more and register for the webinar at this link.

Diving into Shark Conservation & Research in Nova Scotia: June 8

In celebration of World Oceans Day, the Faculty of Science is hosting its third annual oceans-themed panel discussion at 6:00 pm in the atrium of the Steele Ocean Sciences Building on June 8, 2023. This year's discussion will include subject matter experts from Dalhousie University and the community to explore an in-depth conversation on shark conservation and research in Nova Scotia. Learn more and register at this link.

Would you like to make a submission to the Dean's Office Dispatch? Email communications.science@dal.ca with a brief summary of your notice, a supporting link or email address, and a photo/image if you have one.