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Muslim Awareness Week (MAW) is a yearly week of solidarity and exchange where people of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs are invited to learn about the achievements, contributions, aspirations and concerns of Quebecers of Muslim faith.

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Published on: 25 Jan 2024

Undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts are invited to apply for paid summer internships through the Arts Internship Office (AIO). This year, three internships are directly associated with initiatives run (in whole or in part) through the Department of English.

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Published on: 24 Jan 2024

On November 22, a delegation of º«¹úÂãÎè senior academic leaders, includingÌýInterim Vice-President (Global Engagement) andÌýDepartment of Plant Science ProfessorÌýAnja Geitmann, Associate Provost (Teaching and Academic Programs) and Department of Natural Resource Sciences Professor Christopher Buddle, and School of Human Nutrition Professor Treena Wasonti:io Delormier, visited the Mohawk commun

Classified as: Anja Geitmann, Chris Buddle, Treena Wasonti:io Delormier
Published on: 24 Jan 2024

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has (PhD(AgEnvSc)'91) as Deputy Director General-Research. Dr. Blade holds a Ph.D. from º«¹úÂãÎè for plant breeding/cropping systems research, conducted at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and supported by a Government of Canada Doctoral Scholarship.

Published on: 24 Jan 2024

We are pleased to share that Evan Henry (BSc(AgEnvSc)'15, MSc (Bioresource Engineering)'16) has recently taken on the role of Associate Director at the º«¹úÂãÎè Sustainable Systems Initiative (MSSI). Evan is widely recognized and highly esteemed within the Macdonald Campus community for his active involvement in student life and his contributions to the establishment of the º«¹úÂãÎè Apicultural Association.

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Published on: 24 Jan 2024

The International Day of Education (January 24) is celebrated annually as a day dedicated to highlighting the crucial role educators play in inspiring new generations and in healing our world. Education is of utmost importance for the development of both individuals and societies. It is an integral part of shaping one’s character and strengths, fostering respect for the rights of others, and instilling a desire for knowledge and excellence.

Published on: 24 Jan 2024

This memo is sent on behalf of Julie Ghayad, Senior Director Systems and Transaction Services, and François Pouliot, Senior Director Procurement Services

º«¹úÂãÎè Financial and Procurement Services are pleased to inform you that effective February 1, 2024, the maximum Pcard transaction amount will be increased to CAD $5,000 (from the current $2,500). No action is required on the part of PCard Holders, as the Bank will automatically apply this new threshold to all PCards.

Classified as: PCard, Pcard transaction amount, threshold, PCard Holders, PCard Regulation and Procedures
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Published on: 24 Jan 2024

January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Canada. More than 650,000 people have dementia in this country, and that number is expected to spike by 187% over the next 30 years, according to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. For people living with dementia, participating in activities they enjoy is key to maintaining their sense of self and quality of life.ÌýÌýÌý

Classified as: Alzheimers, Marie-Eve Bolduc
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Published on: 24 Jan 2024

On 18 January 2024, this year's IASL cohort had the unique opportunity to explore the Air Canada headquarters during an insightful career field trip. Hosted with warm hospitality and guidance from Air Canada employees, the students were treated to an exclusive tour of various facilities, including the crew training facilities, the dangerous goods department, and call centre operations.

Published on: 24 Jan 2024

January 20, 2024 | In this opinion piece by David Shribman, he talks about the first primary of the 2024 U.S. presidential election and the significance of the location, New Hampshire. New Hampshire has been the staging ground over a long period for so many people, providing more memorable moments than any other venue. Shribman walks the reader through the memorable primaries and significant moments in previous presidential campaigns that took place in New Hampshire.

Classified as: David Shribman, US politics
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Published on: 23 Jan 2024

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This memo is sent on behalf of Procurement Services

Dear colleagues and clients,

Further to the attached message concerning the reduction of the Super Pcard service offered centrally by Procurement Services, you will find below the combination of criteria that Procurement Services will use to determine which transactions we will be in a position to reserve capacity for:

Classified as: Super Pcard, º«¹úÂãÎè MarketPlace, Pcard Purchase Request form, MMP, procurement services
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Published on: 23 Jan 2024

Researchers propose a new model for classifying Parkinson’s

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One of the things that makes developing effective treatments for Parkinson’s disease so challenging is its complexity. While some forms are caused by genetics, others have environmental factors, and patients can show a wide range of symptoms of varying severity. Diagnosis of Parkinson’s is also currently made very late, after the disease may have been in the brain for a decade or more.

Classified as: Ron Postuma, Parkinson's disease, genetics, Neuro
Published on: 23 Jan 2024

A new project led by º«¹úÂãÎè researchers seeks to understand one of humanity’s oldest practices and most powerful tools—storytelling. From ancient oral traditions to modern-day literature and digital narratives, storytelling is an essential part of the lived experience that is not yet fully understood. ‘The Lives of Literary Characters’ is a first-of-its-kind initiative, harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) and the collective wisdom of readers worldwide to explore the question: why do we tell stories?

Classified as: Andrew Piper, artificial intelligence (AI), Storytelling
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Published on: 23 Jan 2024

January 27 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, which honours the victims of the Holocaust. This day is observed with ceremonies and activities around the world, including on our campus. Below are some of the Holocaust Remembrance events happening over the next few days. Watch our MORSL and º«¹úÂãÎè social media for more info. as some event details are yet to be published.

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Published on: 22 Jan 2024

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