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Engage with journalism
Award-winning columnist Jody Paterson—UVic’s second Harvey Stevenson Southam Lecturer in Journalism and Non-Fiction—will share her vision of the importance of “writing from the inside” in a free public lecture entitled “Talking About What Matters: The Promise of Community Media in an Age of Disconnection” on Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. in the David Lam Auditorium. Paterson will discuss the need for a more engaged style of journalism and a more personal way of telling our stories if we hope to reconnect as citizens of a genuine community. This fall, Paterson teaches a course in the craft and ethics of “experiential journalism,” and provides valuable mentorship to young writers and aspiring journalists.
Sound off about the library
From Oct. 13 to Nov. 3, UVic Libraries is conducting the 2008 LibQUAL+ survey. The 15-minute survey will be sent to more than 3,000 randomly selected students and faculty. Participants can enter a draw to win one of four $100 gift certificates from the UVic Bookstore. The survey is an initiative of the Association of Research Libraries, which collects user opinions about library service quality, collections, resources and space. The international nature of the survey allows UVic to compare itself to other libraries around the world. Llibrary website
Your career,
Canada’s future
Want to discuss your views on public policy with senior decision makers? Interested in a challenging career that fits with your education? Attend a free co-op and career conference and expo in the SUB, Oct. 21 from 9 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Co-hosted by UVic and the Government of Canada, the event—“Put Your Talent to Work: Canada’s Future Through You”—will feature federal deputy ministers, assistant deputy ministers and UVic faculty speaking on a variety of topics including climate change, homelessness, global trade and human rights. There will also be federal department exhibitors, information sessions and possible job interviews. Info, resistration: www.yourfuturescalling.ca
What is the value in public performance reporting?
Dr. Jim McDavid (public administration) will discuss findings from a five-year study of legislator uses of performance reports in British Columbia in a Distinguished Professors Lecture Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in Hickman 105. The study offers an opportunity to address how legislators use the performance reports that are produced each year by BC government ministries.
CanAssist hosts Disability Resource Fair
Have you ever wondered what resources are available for people with disabilities? Do you want to learn more about community organizations and how to get involved? UVic’s CanAssist program relies on university and community volunteers to develop customized devices, technologies and services for people with disabilities. On Oct. 29 at the Student Union Building from 12–7 p.m., CanAssist is hosting a free Disability Resource Fair to showcase programs and services offered by disability organizations from Victoria and Vancouver. Keynote speakers and musical guests will be featured. Info: www.canassist.ca or call 250-721-7300
Equity and Human Rights open house
Students, faculty and staff are invited to the Equity and Human Rights Office open house Oct. 7 from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. in Sedgewick C123. Enjoy snacks and good conversation as well as a chance to win door prizes and to meet the newest EQHR staff members and the Indigenous counsellor and diversity advisor.
Can you make it as an artist?
What does it take to have a successful career in the creative arts? Find out by attending a panel lecture featuring UVic fine arts grads. “What Can You Do with a Fine Arts Degree?” will take place on Oct. 29 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Visual Arts A146. Admission is free but seating is limited. Registration: www.careerservices.uvic.ca
Bye-bye mainframe
On Dec. 24, UVic is shutting off its last IBM mainframe, a technology workhorse in place since the late 1960s. All research and administrative applications were once housed on just one of these computers but newer faster facilities are now in place, and Project Nova will signal the end of the old era when the mainframe’s remaining administrative applications are merged onto a bank of new servers. UVic will find a suitable retirement home for the mainframe, including as a possible museum piece, but meanwhile there are still a few residual applications ticking away on the old mainframe. If you are running one of these programs and it is not already being replaced by Project Nova, please contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@uvic.ca or 250-721-7687.
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