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November 2011
 

  

Greetings! 

 

Happy autumn! The leaves are changing colour, the wind is picking up, and carrying with it representatives from the U of R and our federated colleges all over the Canadian prairies.

 
Whether you're in Assiniboia or Yorkton, Calgary, Winnipeg or dozens of other towns, there's a good chance we're gonna be somewhere nearby this fall. We're looking forward to visiting schools, colleges and career fairs, and meeting future students like you!

 

Are you following us on Twitter? If not, you're missing out on contests and important news! Connect with us at twitter.com/uofregina. 

 

In this issue, we'll talk about the Installation of Dr. Doyle Anderson, and our brand new Online Application Form! You'll also read about our upcoming Recruitment Visits and Events!   

 

Realize. Your future is here. 

   


     

Laura Schoffer, URConnection Editor

 

Student Recruitment | University of Regina  

 

Article1Installation of Dr. Doyle Anderson 

Realize. Your Future. No logoDr. Doyle Anderson - The 9th President of First Nations University of Canada

 

On Friday, October 14th the First Nations University of Canada hosted the Installation of their 9th President, Dr. Doyle Anderson.  In attendance was National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, Dr. Vianne Timmons, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Regina, and many other Chiefs and representatives from the Board of Governors and Red Pheasant Cree Nation to welcome Dr. Doyle Anderson.   

 

Dr. Anderson has completed a doctorate degree in interdisciplinary studies with a dual emphasis in First Nations Business Management and Organizational Analysis at the University of Saskatchewan.  Dr. Anderson has an extraordinary career background and commitment to education and is a great asset to this institution.  

 

We are happy to welcome Dr. Doyle Anderson as the newest President to the First Nations University of Canada!

To find out more about Dr. Doyle Anderson and to learn more about the First Nations University of Canada visit:

  

http://www.fnuniv.ca/

 

 

 

 

    

Article2Get to know the U of R!

What is Engineering?

 

We are pleased to extend a joint invitation to every High School in the Province to send their Grade 12 students to participate in "What Is Engineering?".  The purpose of this unique event is to provide information on the Engineering profession as well as on the two Colleges of Engineering.

 

Tuesday, November 8 - Saskatoon  

Saskatoon Inn - 2002 Airport Drive

9:45 am - 3:00 pm 

 

Wednesday, November 9 - Regina  

University Theatre, Riddell Centre - University of Regina  

9:30 am - 3:30 pm

 

Discover what music has to offer!

 

The Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Music is hosting information nights on our Music programs.     

 

Open House:

Tuesday, November 15  

Wednesday, February 15

 

Visit http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/quicklinks/special-events/index.html  for more information on all of our events!    

 

The Faculty of Social Work is hosting Information Nights:
 
The events are scheduled from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. as follows:
 
November 2- in Regina in Education 191
Contact Amanda at 306-585-4032 for more information! 
 
November 7- in Saskatoon; 153-111 Research Drive (The Atrium Building, Innovation Place)  
Contact Sally at 306-664-7373 fore more information
    


What is Business Administration?

 

Grade 11 & 12 students are invited to attend an informative and event-filled day to find out more about pursuing an education in Business Administration.  For more information and to register visit:

  

http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/quicklinks/special-events/index.html 

 

 

Reminder - We are visiting YOU!  

 

Fall School Visits

This Fall we are visiting high schools and attending career fairs in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and the Yukon.  Find out when we are visiting a location near you by checking out our website with the full list of visits:
http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/quicklinks/visiting-you.html

Check back often as we will be updating that website all the time!
UR Connected! 2011

The University of Regina hosted our annual UR Connected 2011 event on October 21 and 22nd!  We saw hundreds of students, parents and counsellors over the two day event.  

 

We just wanted to give a big shout out and thank you to everyone to attended this event!  The day was packed full of tours, sessions, giveaways and fun activities!  We hope everyone had a blast!

 

Student Recruitment Team

University of Regina 

NEW Online ApplicationArticle3
That's right folks!  Our brand new online application has launched! 

You can apply for regular admission, as well as Nursing online now.  Visit this website to access our application forms:
http://www.uregina.ca/futurestudents/forms-publications/application-forms.html

Applying online is a quick and easy way to become a U of R student!  The program allows students to track their documents and their admission status.  

The Faculty of Nursing has created an online application form as well.  The Faculty of Education's new online application form will be available in the next few weeks - keep checking the website!


We are busy recruiting across Canada and hosting numerous events for students.  Keep checking the website for the latest news! 

This weekend the U of R is celebrating it's 100th birthday!  Happy Homecoming University of Regina!  Come check out all of the great events we are hosting on campus.

Enjoy the beautiful Fall weather!


 
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