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| GSA News & Views | University of Calgary Graduate Students' Association
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Deadline for Submitting Health and Dental Opt Out/In
September Annual Registration
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GSA, AGM Reminder
Tuesday, Sept 24 at 5:30pm
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Tuesday, Sept 24 at 5:30pm sharp (doors open at 5 for registration), in the Last Defence Lounge 350, MacEwan Student Center. You will be required to show your student ID. We will be serving a delicious assortment of refreshments to all who attend. Remember, all graduate students are eligible to attend the General Meeting and your attendance is encouraged and very much appreciated and this is a great chance to participate.
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Understanding Canadian Business Culture
Workshop by GSA's Julie Brown
 Get an understanding of how Canadians do business. You will learn the proper etiquette for communication, the driving force behind business, and how YOU fit in. As a huge component in job seeking success is to network, you will be instructed on the various opportunities there are to integrate with others both on campus and off. Register at: careers@gsa.ucalgary.ca
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 - 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - MacKimmie Library Tower 214 |
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Share Your Thoughts
 Have an opinion on Alberta's Alberta's post-secondary education? Thoughts on the quality of teaching and learning? |
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Alberta Graduate Citizenship Award
Deadline: Oct. 15, 2013
 The Graduate Student Association is seeking applicants for the Alberta Graduate Citizenship Award. This award recognizes graduate students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to their fellow students and/or Alberta communities through public service and volunteer activities. Individual awards are granted in the amount of $2,000 and 20 such awards are available to U of C Students. To qualify for this award, students must submit their application to the GSA by Tuesday, October 15. The GSA Award Committee will choose the 20 top applications. These applications will then be sent to the Government of Alberta for approval. The GCA Application and Terms of Reference can also be found on the Alberta Learning Information Service website: http://alis.alberta.ca/ps/fo/pay/scholarships/info.html?EK=2958 Submit a PDF copy of your application to GSA Award Committee Chair, Jennifer Moore, at: gsaaward@ucalgary.ca. The application deadline is 4:30 PM on Tuesday, October 15, 2013. Late applications will NOT be accepted. . |
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Attention DGAs
GSA notification of changes
 If you are a member of a DGA please make sure your executive let the GSA know of any changes that your DGA has gone through. These changes could be:
-name change - new executive - GRC reps Please fill out the DGA Change of Information/Operational Bursary Form on the website http://gsa.ucalgary.ca/services/dga-funding.html |
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International Students Night Out
Theatre Calgary - Kim's Convenience
 Theatre Calgary, in cooperation with the GSA is offering discounted tickets for the Wed. Sept. 25 @ 07:30 PM show of Kim's Convenience (By Ins Cho). Tickets cost $35 and can be reserved by e-mail to int@gsa.ucalgary.ca on a first come - first served basis. 'Kim's Convenience' tells the story of the Korean immigrant Mr. Kim who for many years has worked hard to support his wife and children with his Toronto convenience store.
Now, as he nears retirement, will anyone keep the doors open? You'll laugh out loud at this fractured and loving family as they face the future and confront the past. |
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Health Services and Concerns in Calgary 101
Intl' Students' Special Information Session
 The international students' committee at the GSA, teamed up with the SU Wellness Centre, is offering a special 45 minutes session on health considerations. The session will cover the mechanics of the Canadian health care system, health issues that might be present while studying in Calgary like climate differences, winter safety, hiking risks, mental health concerns and other aspects of healthy life in Calgary. The session will be held on Monday, September 23rd, 10-11am in TFDL 440 (B&C). Please RSVP to int@gsa.ucalgary.ca to save your seat. Priority will be given to Graduate Students. Undergraduate students are welcome to sign up on a waiting list basis. |
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Dietary Considerations for Halal in Calgary 101
Intl' Students' Special Information Session
The international students' committee at the GSA, teamed up with the to save your seat. Priority will be given to Graduate Students. Undergraduate students are welcome to sign up on a waiting list basis. SU Wellness Centre, are offering a special, 45 minutes session on Dietary Considerations for Halal for observant Muslims. The session will cover: dietary traps, ingredients to watch out for, choosing eateries and other aspects of observing Halal in Calgary specifically and in North-America in general. The session will be held on Monday, September 23rd, 11-12am in TFDL 440 (B&C). Please RSVP to int@gsa.ucalgary.ca
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GSA Twitter
@GSACalgary
 Follow the GSA Twitter account for up to the minute updates about important deadlines, workshop dates, giveaways and much more! We can be found at: https://twitter.com/GSACalgary If you're already on Twitter follow us at: |
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Terry's Cause on Campus
Friday, October 4, 2013
 For the second year, the University of Calgary is proud to be taking part in Terry's CAUSE on Campus 2013, a national event/run to honour Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope. The event will unite universities and colleges from across Canada, as they participate in the walk/run, and raise funds for cancer research to celebrate the legacy of this Canadian hero. The Terry Fox Foundation and The Terry Fox Research Institute support and endorse this event. Join us on Friday, October 4, 2013, to walk or run a 5km route around the university campus. T-shirts will be sold prior to and at the event and all proceeds go to the Terry Fox Foundation. Be creative and share your enthusiasm! Participants can win some great prizes and campus swag for their team spirit. Time: 11 AM - 1 PM Location: Olympic Oval (red paperclip sculpture) Guest Speaker: Darrell Fox, Special Advisor, the Terry Fox Research Institute, Terry's brother Sign up to participate here More info on Terry's Cause on Campus... |
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Put Your Science to Work
The Postdoctoral Association of the University of Calgary (PDAC) invites you
"Put your Science to Work"
Friday, September 27, 2013
9:00 am - 12:40 pm
Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre
This is a special FREE event where PDAC is bringing in Peter Fiske, PhD (CEO, PaxWater Inc, California - scientist and entrepreneur) to give two workshops on (1) Entrepreneurship for Scientists and (2) Communication and sales skill. See attachments for a description of each workshop. There will be a special welcome by Ed McCauley and Andre Buret, your Vice-President (Research) team. Don't miss out!!!
RSVP required by September 19
www.peterfiskecalgary.eventbrite.ca
Coffee and light bites provided |
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Strategic Grant Writing Development Workshop
October 2 - 4, 2013 8:30AM ~ 5:00 PM
*CFRE Accredited Course for 20 contact
hours or 20 Continuing Education Points!*
Participants completing the workshop will receive the following: a Certificate of Completion accredited by CFRE, grant funding CD, bonus fundraising CD, expert grant training instruction from industry leaders.
Visit our website http://www.writegrant.us or call *(877)
414-8991 to signup now.
To be held at: University
of Alberta - Edmonton, Alberta |
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Grad Studies, Leadership and You!
NEW DATES!
 Leadership and Student Engagement invites graduate students to participate in a voluntary research study about their experiences with programs and services at the university that support the development of leadership skills. Those who participate in a focus group (approximately 90 minutes) will have their names entered in a draw to win one of two $100 gift cards for the University of Calgary bookstore. Tues. Sept.24 | 3pm OR 5pm OR 7pm | TFDL 403 Wed.Sept.25 | 10am OR 1pm OR 3pm | TFDL 405 Participants are asked to confirm their participation with the Research Assistant by email (tvbraun@ucalgary.ca) no later than 2 days prior to the focus group they wish to attend. The University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board has approved this research study. |
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Winning Interviews
BESTT Career & Coffee Night
Join us for a fun and fantastic night of networking and growth. As a protégé, you will be run through a rigorous series of challenging interview questions delivered by our expert mentors. Receive honest and constructive feedback to improve your performance in interviews. The pace will be fast and furious so bring your best game face!
DATE: September 18, 2013
TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Innovate Calgary, Alastair Ross Technology Centre (3553 - 31 Street NW) Accessible from the Brentwood C-train station or off of 32 Avenue NW. Map
REGISTER: http://ab-bestt.ca/besttmentorup-event |
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About Us
The University of Calgary Graduate Students' Association represents the collective interests, but not individual opinions, of graduate students to governing bodies of the university, all levels of government and the surrounding community of Calgary. The University of Calgary GSA is a member of the Alberta Graduate Council.
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Contact Us
University of Calgary Graduate Students' Association
214 MLT
Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
403 220-8609
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