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The race to net zero
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The race to net zero
How universities are overhauling operations in an effort to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.
BY MOIRA MACDONALD | SEP 05 2023
The road to reconciliation
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The road to reconciliation
Universities Canada’s new commitments to truth and reconciliation will be a living document.
BY CYNTHIA WESLEY-ESQUIMAUX | AUG 31 2023
Bird-friendly building design takes off at campuses across the country
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Bird-friendly building design takes off at campuses across the country
From high-contrast window films to reflection-blocking shades, small design details are helping prevent thousands of bird collisions every year.
BY KERRY BANKS | SEP 01 2023
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Gender-affirming care clinic at Mount Allison University opens its doors to the public
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Gender-affirming care clinic at Mount Allison University opens its doors to the public
“I think it’s really important to have safe providers who can offer this care. So I’m doing my best to fill that gap,” says clinic physician Sara Thomas.
BY ANGELA MOMBOURQUETTE | SEP 06 2023
What to remember when applying for a Banting postdoctoral fellowship
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What to remember when applying for a Banting postdoctoral fellowship
This handy checklist will help you address any potential gaps in your application.
BY TANIA SULTANA | SEP 01 2023
Transform a career break into a learning opportunity
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Transform a career break into a learning opportunity
By highlighting relevant activities, emphasizing transferable skills and incorporating the career gap as a valuable experience on your resume, you can effectively communicate your growth and value to potential employers.
BY CHARLOTTE ONG’ANG’A | AUG 31 2023
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The College Student Success Innovation Centre (CSSIC) at Mohawk College is launching a new funding opportunity!

CSSIC Research Fellowship

Value: $25,000 to $100,000 per project

(Maximum total funding envelope: $100,000)

Duration: 1 to 3 years

Application Deadline: October 20, 2023

Anticipated Start Date: May 2024

The CSSIC Research Fellowship will provide funding to emerging and established external scholars at Canadian postsecondary institutions whose research is positioned to promote student success. The full Call for Applications, FAQs, and details about informational webinars can be found at www.mohawkcollege.ca/CSSICFellowship.
PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Lorie Kloda McGill University

Lorie Kloda has been appointed vice-dean of McGill University’s library. Dr. Kloda previously served as associate university librarian for planning and community relations at Concordia University. Prior to that she was a health sciences librarian and assessment librarian at McGill, where she also received her PhD in information studies in 2012.

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