Sept.
29
29
Henrietta Harvey Lecture: Poetry, Language and Place
Monday, Sept. 29, 2014, 7-8 p.m.
A-1046
Faculty of Arts, Department of Philosophy
Dr. Jeff Malpas of the University of Tasmania lectures on "Poetry, Language and Place."
Sept.
29
29
Modulatory Role of Norepinephrine (NE) in Layer II Neurons of Anterior Piriform Cortex
Monday, Sept. 29, 2014, 1-2 p.m.
Health Sciences Centre, Lecture Theatre D
Division of BioMedical Science
Presented by Abhinaba Ghosh.
Sept.
29
29
PhD Oral Defence of Sheri McConnell
Monday, Sept. 29, 2014, 1-3 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
School of Social Work; titled: What happens after children tell? A qualitative analysis of narratives of women who as children disclosed intra-familial sexual abuse.
Sept.
30
30
PhD Oral Defence of Mu Li
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 2-4 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
Department of Folklore; titled: Wanderers Between Cultural Boundaries: Exploring the Individual Expressions of Chineseness in Newfoundland.
Sept.
30
30
Critical Race and Anti-Colonial Theory Discussion Group
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 12-1:30 p.m.
EN-1002
School of Social Work
Visiting scholar Dr. Teresa Macias, School of Social Work, York University, to present.
Sept.
30
30
MUN Cares: Smoking Cessation Program
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 12-1:30 p.m.
Multi-purpose Room, Field House
Wellness Program- HR
MUN Cares is a smoking cessation program offered to employees who are ready to quit or are thinking about quitting smoking.
Sept.
30
30
The Blue Castle - Changing Places: Feminism, Empathy and Relocation
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 8-9:30 p.m.
The Rocket Room, Water Street
Department of Gender Studies
The Blue Castle opens its seventh season with a celebration of the launch of Changing Places: Feminism, Empathy and Relocation.
Oct.
01
01
Go Abroad Fair
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
University Centre, The Landing
Career Development and Experiential Learning
Memorial University, let your international adventure begin right here! The Fall Go Abroad Fair is happening and admission is free!
Oct.
01
01
Silica At Work: How Bad Is the Problem?
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Suite 300, 95 Bonaventure Ave (NL Centre for Applied Health Research)
SafetyNet Cente for Occupational Health and Safety Research
Join Kevin Hedges, Certified Industrial Hygienist, as he explores research on exposure to respirable crystalline silica and potential effects on lung function.
Oct.
01
01
How We Work, Live and Play: Part of MUNbuttoned Research Festival
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 7-9 p.m.
Rocket Room, 272 Water St., St. John's
Harris Centre
Take a crash course in research on Newfoundland and Labrador society with ten fast-paced presentations. Visit www.munbuttoned.ca for more details.
Oct.
01
01
Dance Games and Body Work
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 4-5:30 p.m.
MMaP Gallery, 2nd floor, Arts and Culture Centre
MMaP Research Centre
Dr. Kiri Miller (Brown University) will present a public lecture as part of the MMaP Lecture Series.
Oct.
01
01
Presentation by Candidate for the Dean, School of Nursing
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 1-1:50 p.m.
Main Auditorium, Health Sciences Centre
Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Dr. Alice Gaudine, a candidate for the Dean, School of Nursing, will present on the role of Dean and her vision for the School of Nursing. All are welcome.
Oct.
01
01
A Concert of Latin American Music
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
University Centre
Faculty of Arts
A concert of Latin American music by Professor Sylvie Proulx (School of Music). Introduced by Dr. Lynne Phillips, Dean, Faculty of Arts.
Oct.
01
01
School of Graduate Studies Annual Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 01, 2014, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
Annual meeting for graduate officers and administrative staff involved in the administration and supervision of graduate students.
Oct.
02
02
Story, Song and Stage: Part of MUNbuttoned Research Festival
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 7-9 p.m.
Rocket Room, 272 Water St., St. John's
The Harris Centre
Think research can't be entertaining? Think again! A night of performances that link to research projects. Visit www.munbuttoned.ca for more information.
Oct.
02
02
The British Empire Is At War! Mobilizing Newfoundland, 1914
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 09-10 a.m.
The Legion, The Rooms, Hampton Hall MI
Newfoundland Historical Society
From Oct. 2-4 the Newfoundland Historical Society will be a holding a symposium on mobilizing Newfoundland for WWI. All presentations are open to the public and free.
Oct.
02
02
Internal Measurement and Its Applications
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 1-2 p.m.
EN-2022
Department of Computer Science
A talk by Dr. Koji Sawa, Senior High School, Japan Women's University, Kanagawa, Japan.
Oct.
02
02
Evidence for the Mora: Analysis of a Japanese Reversing Game
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
SN-3060
Department of Linguistics
Department of Linguistics Seminar Series presents Dr. Sara Mackenzie. All are welcome.
Oct.
02
02
Freedom of Conscience under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Current Issues in Canadi
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 12:20-1:50 p.m.
ED3048
Faculty of Education, Graduate Programs
Dr. Kent J. Donlevy, associate professor, University of Calgary, will be presenting Freedom of Conscience under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and Current Issues in Canadian Education.
Oct.
02
02
Faculty Bible Study
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 12-12:50 p.m.
HH2005
Phil Heath
Faculty bible study
Oct.
02
02
Recruiting in and Training Newfoundland Volunteers, 1914
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 8-9:30 p.m.
The Legion, Pleasantville
Newfoundland Historical Society and MUN
Oct.
02
02
MUN Cinema Series: Magic in the Moonlight
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 7-8:40 p.m.
Cineplex Theatre, Avalon Mall
MUN Cinema
MUN Cinema presents Magic in the Moonlight. More information about this film and the schedule for the season can be found at www.mun.ca/cinema.
Oct.
02
02
Second Annual Wellness Walk in Memory of Mary J. Clarke
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Long Pond, or The Works if inclement weather
Human Resources
You are invited to participate in our second annual Wellness Walk, to pay tribute to Mary J. Clarke, a long-time devoted emloyee of Memorial University.
Oct.
02
02
PhD Oral Defence of Andriy Gryshchenko
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 1:10-3:20 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
Department of Chemistry; titled: Development of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers in Film Format for Phenol and the Direct Detection on the Films.
Oct.
02
02
Healthy Body/Healthy Mind: Mental Health Screening
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
University centre, third floor
Counselling Centre, Wellness Program
Feeling sad or blue? Irritable? Worried a lot? Drop by for a free mental health screening and receive information about how to maintain a positive mind. Professionals will be onsite.
Oct.
02
02
Healthy Lifestyle Group
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 12-12:50 p.m.
UC-5002
Wellness Program
Small changes = Big differences! Attend our Healthy Lifestyles Group and find out what works for you.
Oct.
02
02
Using Smartboards
Thursday, Oct. 02, 2014, 12-2 p.m.
ED-5012
DELTS, Professional Development Experiences for Educators
Touch-based interfaces have become incredibly popular and are familiar to most people who use smartphones, tablets, or access an electronic kiosk.
Oct.
03
03
Applied Research Information Booth: Part of MUNbuttoned Research Festival
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
The Loft, University Centre
The Harris Centre
Come learn about the Harris Centre and share your ideas for research, teaching or public engagement at Memorial. Visit www.munbuttoned.ca for more information.
Oct.
03
03
Post-doctoral Fellows Orientation
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Genesis Centre, Suite 3001, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
The School of Graduate Studies is hosting an orientation event for new post-doctoral fellows (appointed within the past 12 months).
Oct.
03
03
The Future of Canadian Manufacturing: Learning from Leading Firms
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 3-4:30 p.m.
A-2071
Department of Economics
Presented by Dr. Paul Booth, Ivey Business School, Western University.
Oct.
03
03
Saving the CBC: A Public Forum
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 1-3 p.m.
ED-2018A
Department of Political Science
Wade Rowland of York University and Ian Morrison of Friends of Canadian Broadcasitng discuss the future of the CBC.
Oct.
03
03
MUN Studio Series: Visiting Author Readings
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 3-5 p.m.
AA 3018
Department of English
Join us for the first in a series of Friday afternoon guest readings and engaged discussion on aspects of the writer’s craft.
Oct.
03
03
Blue Box Presentation
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 3-4 p.m.
SN2025
Department. of Geography
Grover Fugate, executive director, Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council will speak on "Drowning in Place - Rhode Island's Plan to Deal with Sea Level Rise, Storm Surge, and Erosion"
Oct.
03
03
Do Changes in Website Design Reflect Changes in Organizational Strategy?
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
BN-3010
Faculty of Business Administration
Ms. Vania Shi, PhD student in information systems, will be presenting Do Changes in Website Design Reflect Changes in Organizational Strategy?
Oct.
03
03
Pelorus Ensemble
Friday, Oct. 03, 2014, 8-9:30 p.m.
Suncor Energy Hall
School of Music
Memorial's composition and performance programs spawned this dynamic new ensemble of recent grads. They're bold and adventurous--and we're all ears.
Oct.
04
04
Super Science Fair: Part of MUNbuttoned Research Festival
Saturday, Oct. 04, 2014, 2-4 p.m.
Gap Court, Avalon Mall
The Harris Centre
Visit researchers at this family-friendly science fair, featuring some of Memorial's top minds and exciting projects. Visit www.munbuttoned.ca for more information.
Oct.
04
04
Storytelling Walk at MUN Botanical Garden
Saturday, Oct. 04, 2014, 2-4 p.m.
MUN Botanical Garden, 306 Mount Scio Road, St. John's, NL
MUN Botanical Garden and the 11th Annual St. John's Storytelling Festiival
Come to MUN Botanical Garden on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2-4 p.m. for a special Storytelling Walk, as part of the 11th Annual St. John’s Storytelling Festival.
Oct.
04
04
Memorial University Biophysics Symposium
Saturday, Oct. 04, 2014, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Canada
Department of Chemistry/Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography
Memorial University is hosting a one-day biophysics symposium. Students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty are invited to attend. There will be a poster session and reception.
Oct.
04
04
Adventist Christian Fellowship
Saturday, Oct. 04, 2014, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
The Landing, UC 3018
Memorial Association of Seventh Day Adventist Students
The Memorial Association of Seventh-day Adventist Students (MASDAS) is inviting all memorial students to a Special Christian Worship Service.