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Feature Story: From story to calling - Mike and Gord Downie's move toward reconciliation
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-05)Stories have the potential to define us, remind us of our past, and help us shape our future. That's why Mike Downie - brother of the late, acclaimed musician, Gord Downie - shares stories of hope. On November 19, the ... -
Feature Story: India Night proceeds to enhance employment opportunities for Campus For All Students
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-07)A generous gift from Cultural Connections Regina will go a long way to continuing the creation of meaningful employment opportunities for University of Regina students. Proceeds from this year's India Night - Cultural ... -
Feature Story: What is Engineering? event introduces high school students to the world of engineering
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-12)Engineering is complex and careers can unfold in surprising ways. It's not as direct as being an accountant, nurse, teacher, doctor, plumber or electrician. Two students with the same degree can end up in very different ... -
Feature Story: University of Regina dementia-focused research project receives a $3 million federal grant
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-21)A University of Regina research team has received a $3 million grant from Employment and Social Development Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program. The money will fund a five-year research project to improve the lives ... -
Feature Story: Fifth-annual author recognition event celebrates creative works with U of R connection
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-22)The University of Regina is home to many gifted wordsmiths. On Thursday, a celebration was held at the Dr. John Archer Library to acknowledge the authorship of University of Regina faculty, staff, students, alumni, and ... -
Feature Story: MFA student hopes to change perceptions and behaviours by sharing cautionary tale in play
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-25)The play begins in a nightclub and quickly shifts from excitement to tragedy when 18-year-old Natasha Urkow and five others, including her boyfriend, are in a violent car crash. Drinking and driving; no seatbelts. Tash ... -
Feature Story: University's ta-tawâw Student Centre - a place where everyone belongs
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-28)"Do not change anything, but carry on the spirit," was the message echoed by Elder Roy Bison during his prayer and speech to open the November 28 Aboriginal Student Centre renaming ceremony. University of Regina students, ... -
Feature Story: U of R researchers highlight ag research that hits home at this year's Canadian Western Agribition
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-29)The Canadian Western Agribition is the largest livestock show in Canada. Last year, 126,972 people - including a number of visitors from around the world - walked through the gates of the agricultural extravaganza. With ... -
Feature Story: Camp fYrefly is the 2019 recipient of the President's Community Award
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-29)In front of an enthusiastic crowd, University of Regina President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Vianne Timmons and Roger Brandvold, Chair of the University's Board of Governors, presented Camp fYrefly with the 2019 President's ... -
Feature Story: University of Regina recognized as most active Canadian university in Mexico
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-11-29)At a meeting in Mexico City on November 27 organized by Mexico's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Global Affairs Canada, the two countries celebrated 75 years of diplomatic relations with the gifting of a sculpture to the ... -
Feature Story: First in the West; still the best - 50 years of co-operative education at U of R
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-04)On December 4, 2019, the University of Regina, along with partners from across industry and government, celebrated 50 years of co-operative education at the University of Regina. "Fifty years ago the University of ... -
Feature Story: Dec. 6: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-05)On December 6, 2019, 30 years after the death of 14 female école Polytechnique students at the hands of a man armed with a gun and a hatred of feminists, the University of Regina community is standing up against gendered violence. -
Feature Story: Rare dinosaur skin offers insights into evolution
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-10)Mauricio Barbi has loved dinosaurs for as long as he can remember and dreamed of one day being a paleontologist. "When I was a kid, I loved space, stars, and dinosaurs," he said. Fast-forward a few years, and Barbi, who ... -
Feature Story: University announces departure of President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Vianne Timmons
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-12)Today the University's Board of Governors announced the departure of the University's seventh President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Vianne Timmons. Timmons provided her resignation to the Board in order to pursue a new ... -
Feature Story: Northern community sees first group of students graduate with new Liberal Arts Certificate
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-19)On December 17, 2019 at a graduation ceremony in the northern village of Pinehouse, SK, the first cohort of 19 Indigenous students celebrated the successful completion of the Liberal Arts Certificate program. The program ... -
Feature Story: Engineering grad presented Lieutenant Governor's Meritorious Achievement Award
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2019-12-23)A University of Regina graduate has been honoured for contributions to the engineering and geoscience professions. Shawna Argue BASc'87 was the recipient of the Lieutenant Governor's Meritorious Achievement Award at a ... -
Feature Story: Rock Steady Boxing class helps fight Parkinson's symptoms and improve quality of life
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-01-06)Rock Steady Boxing has proven that anyone, at any stage of Parkinson's disease, can slow their symptoms, delay the progression of their disease, and improve their overall quality of life. Hundreds of affiliates facilitate ... -
Feature Story: Hadiya Roderique to reinforce the power of a diverse and inclusive workplace
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-01-12)On February 13, as part of our You Belong Here campaign, the University of Regina will host Hadiya Roderique at a free event open to the entire community. As a young, black woman working as a lawyer on Bay Street, Hadiya ... -
Feature Story: New online course helps employees cope with workplace stress, anxiety, and depression
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-01-17)As January drags on, many people across Canada wake up in the dark. They also commute to and from work without any sunlight, and the temperatures can be bitterly cold. Bills from Christmas start rolling in, while New Year's ... -
Feature Story: Paul J. Hill Business School students win first place at JDC West competition
(University Advancement & Communications, University of Regina, 2020-01-20)University of Regina business students erupted in cheers and applause last night upon learning the Hill JDC West team placed first for School of the Year at JDC West - the largest undergraduate business competition in ...