Nov.
17
17
Christmas Bazaar at the Queen Elizabeth II Library
Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
QEII Library
QEII Library
Jump start your holiday shopping!
Nov.
17
17
SMAD3 and Osteoarthritis
Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
Health Sciences Centre, Lecture Theatre D
Division of BioMedical Sciences
Presented by Genetics, Erfan Aref-Eshghi, PhD Candidate, Discipline of Genetics.
Nov.
17
17
HR Succession Planning
Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, 09 a.m.-5 p.m.
B-4019
Gardiner Centre
Implement a succession planning strategy that will prepare your organization now for key personnel changes that will occur in the future.
Nov.
17
17
Peptide Transport in the Neonatal Yucatan Miniature Pig
Monday, Nov. 17, 2014, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
PhD Oral Defence of Matthew Nosworthy, Department of Biochemistry.
Nov.
18
18
CD99 Drives Terminal Differentiation of Osteosarcoma Cells By Acting As a Spatial Regulator of ERK 1/2
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Computer Lab B, Health Sciences Centre
Division of BioMedical Sciences
Presented by Cancer and Development Journal Club, Brittany Gillies, MSc Candidate.
Nov.
18
18
Bachelor of Social Work Information Session
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
CL-2012, Coughlan College, door 5
School of Social Work
We would like to offer you the opportunity to ask your questions in person by attending an information session at our St. John’s campus.
Nov.
18
18
Bachelor of Social Work Information Session
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, 7-8 p.m.
Teleconference
School of Social Work
We would like to offer you the opportunity to ask your questions via telephone by attending a teleconference information session.
Nov.
18
18
Course and Teaching Evaluations
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, 2-4 p.m.
ED-5021
DELTS, Professional Development Experiences for Educators
In this session you will learn techniques for getting feedback on your courses and on your teaching.
Nov.
18
18
Third Code NL Talk: Dr. Theodore Norvell
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014, 7-9 p.m.
EN-2043
Code NL
Code NL is excited to announce our third talk and Q & A, featuring Dr. Theodore Norvell. Dr. Norvell will be discussing Kids, Programming, and Turtles.
Nov.
19
19
Business Information Session
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 1-1:50 p.m.
SN-4068
Academic Advising Centre
This information session is intended for students who are interested in applying to a business program but all students are welcome to attend.
Nov.
19
19
Application to Graduate School: Tips and Strategies
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 3-4 p.m.
Online webinar
School of Graduate Studies
Are you wondering about the details for submitting an online application?
Nov.
19
19
Antiviral Immune Defenses in the Newborn Infant
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 10-11 a.m.
Health Sciences Centre, Lecture Theatre B
Division of BioMedical Sciences
Presented by Dr. Nico Marr, Research Associate, Canadian Centre for Vaccinology, IWK Health Centre, Dalhousie University.
Nov.
19
19
PAR2 and the Endothelium: Preserving the Circulation in Disease
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, 5-6 p.m.
1M101, Medical Education Building
Division of BioMedical Sciences
Presented by BioMedical Research Forum, Dr. John McGuire.
Nov.
20
20
Landbird Species at Risk in Newfoundland and Labrador
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
SN-2067
Nature Newfoundland and Labrador
Krista Baker, Species at Risk Biologist, Environment Canada - Canadian Wildlife Service in St. John’s, will present.
Nov.
20
20
Experimental Hookworm Infection and Gluten Microchallenge Promote Tolerance in Celiac Disease
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 12-1 p.m.
Health Sciences Centre, Lecture Theatre D
Division of BioMedical Science
Presented by Immunology and Infectious Journal Club, Andrea Rasmussen, M.Sc. candidate.
Nov.
20
20
The Vindolanda Calendar and Roman Timekeeping
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 3:30-5 p.m.
A-2071
Department of Classics
Public lecture presented by Department of Classics. Dr. Alexander Meyer of the Department of Classical Studies, University of Western Ontario to discuss.
Nov.
20
20
14th annual Ottawa Affinity Newfoundland and Labrador Celebration with Alan Doyle
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 6-11 p.m.
Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
AAD
Alan Doyle is this year’s keynote speaker at our Ottawa Affinity Newfoundland and Labrador Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, at the Fairmont Château Laurier.
Nov.
20
20
Barry Canning: Live and intimate performance
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 9-11 p.m.
Canadian Room, Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa
Alumni Affairs and Development
You’re invited to an intimate concert by the award-winning musician, singer and songwriter Barry Canning in Ottawa.
Nov.
20
20
Third annual alumni dinner in Beijing
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 6-10 p.m.
Sijiminfu Roast Duck - Beijing, China
School of Graduate Studies and the Office of Alumni Affairs and Development
Memorial is setting the dinner table and alumni living in the Beijing area are invited to this free event.
Nov.
20
20
Modeling, Design and Control of A Small Marine Current Energy Conversion System
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 1-3 p.m.
IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation
School of Graduate Studies
PhD Oral Defence of Md. Nahidul Khan, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.
Nov.
20
20
MUN Cinema Series: NOW: In the Wings on a World Stage
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 7-8:40 p.m.
Cineplex Theatre, Avalon Mall
MUN Cinema
MUN Cinema presents NOW: In the Wings on a World Stage.
Nov.
20
20
Retirement Celebration for Dr. Chris Sharpe
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
SN-2000
Department of Geography
Dr. Chris Sharpe, Professor, Department of Geography, will be retiring on Dec. 31, after 39 years of service at Memorial.
Nov.
21
21
MUN Studio Series: Visiting Author Readings
Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 3-5 p.m.
A-3018
Department of English
Join us for our Friday afternoon guest readings and engaged discussions on aspects of the writer’s craft.
Nov.
21
21
Interconnected Mobility Practices and Gender in Norwegian Coastal Fisheries
Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 12-2 p.m.
QC-4028
Department of Anthropology
Talk by Professor Siri Gerrard, Kvinnforsk (Center for Women and Gender Research), UiT The Arctic University of Norway.
Nov.
21
21
The Streptomyces Scabies Coronafacoyl Phytotoxins: Structure, Biosynthesis, Bioactivity & Regulation
Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 1-2 p.m.
SN-4015
Department of Biochemistry
Dr. Dawn Bignell, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, Memorial University of Newfoundland.
Nov.
22
22
MUN Wind Ensemble – Mothership
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, 8-9:30 p.m.
D.F. Cook Recital Hall
School of Music
Boldly go….and explore works by Mason Bates and David Maslanka, with guest soloists Tony Taylor, tuba, and Samantha Etchegary, saxophone, co-winners of the 2014 MUN Concerto Competition.