The university community is invited to attend the NRMT Seminar Series.

When: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 2:30 - 3:30
Where: BB-1054
Light refreshments will be served.

Sebastian Belmar, MSCF candidate, will discuss The effect of forest tent caterpillar (Malacosoma disstria) outbreaks on the abundance of songbirds in Ontario.Outbreaks of forest tent caterpillar (Malacosoma disstria) are a major disturbance of deciduous forest and they may represent a food-resource pulse for insectivorous bird species. However, it is unclear if the outbreaks influence the abundance of birds, as the forest tent caterpillar is generally considered an unpalatable. A study of the response of the abundance of forest birds to the outbreaks may provide insight into their ecology and identify any bird species
responsible for regulating forest tent caterpillar populations.

Career Opportunities in Education - Employers on Campus October 23rd!

Recruiters are visiting the Bora Laskin building to engage with Education students about career opportunities in their respective communities. All of these employers will have recruitment booths for engagement and information set up on Wednesday, October 23rd from 9am - 4pm in the foyer of the Education building. These employers represent unique career development opportunities for upcoming Education graduates who are seeking to get immediate job experience upon graduation. Find out what incentives are being offered and take the chance to network with potential employers!

Employers:
Northern Lights School Division #113 (9:00am - 3:00pm)
School District 59: Peace River South (9:00am - 12:00pm)
Step Teachers Ltd (10:00am - 3:00pm)
Aurelia Education Ltd (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Central Quebec School Board (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Timeplan Education (9:00am - 4:00pm)

Have you ever wondered what zombies, Star Trek, and rabbits have in common? Come and find out!

Join us for a conversation and Q&A with Robert R. Brown, author of Wealthing like Rabbits.

An original and occasionally hilarious introduction to the world of personal finance! Refreshments, prizes, and a free copy of his book! 

This is a free event. 

Chat with representatives from local financial organizations to learn more about money and debt management, planning and saving for the future, and prevention against fraud. Refreshments and prizes!

What is a treaty?

Is treaty territory the same or different than a reserve?

Is Orillia located on treaty territory?

Stop by our Aboriginal Initiatives table to submit any questions you have about treaties and enjoy a yummy treat! Questions will be answered on social media from November 4 - 8 during Treaty Recognition Week.

Dr. Katzman will discuss the neurobiology of the prefrontal cortex in relation to depression and ADHD, the processes that lead to unremitted or treatment resistant depression (TRD), and subsequent compromised quality of life and functional impairment.
Dr. Katzman will review how cognitive impairment and low hedonic tone act as predictors of TRD and suggest the presence of ADHD that drives the development of TRD as a comorbid of source residual symptoms of depression and anxiety. This will then be understood in relation to the psychobiology of depression and ADHD.

Join Student Accessibility Services in our new SAS Multi-Use Access Lounge located in SC0004 on Tuesday October 29th  from 12:30pm to 1:30pm for a pizza lunch and a presentation by the Canada Revenue Agency about CRA Careers!

Are you looking for summer employment or a career in government?

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is holding a CRA Career Day at Lakehead University Thunder Bay on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. The event will feature informational sessions with representatives from the CRA about the many different career opportunities at the CRA.

As part of the CRA Career Day, there will be an informal discussion session specifically for students with visible and non-visible disabilities. The session will be held 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm on October 29th 2019, pizza will be served and you will have the chance to learn how the CRA is creating an accessible and inclusive workplace.

During this session, CRA representatives will also provide advice and guidance regarding summer employment opportunities available to students through the Public Service Commission’s Employment Opportunity for Students with Disabilities Program.

Hope to see you there!

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE!
Friday, November 1, 2019
11am-1pm, Education Library (Bora Laskin Building)
Learn about how assistive software and devices can help you with your academic studies. Try some apps that will help you with notetaking, organization, studying and mindfulness.

DROP BY TO LEARN ABOUT ASSISTIVE SOFTWARE AND DEVICES!

The Gender Equity Centre and Pride Central will be running a student survivor support group every Tuesday and Thursday in the Gender Equity Centre (SC 0020) from 5:30 pm to 7 pm starting October 29th and running until December 6th. Any questions about the support group can be directed to gec@lusu.ca

Join us for the 4th Annual Rock Your Mocs. Opening prayer and teaching by the Elder will kick off the event at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Ogichidaa Makwa Singers. There will then be a feast as well as more songs from the drum group, a closing prayer by the Elder, and a door prize draw.

Wear your moccasins on campus throughout the day and join us for this exciting annual event presented and hosted by the Department of Aboriginal Education and Aboriginal Cultural and Support Services. 

Questions? Please direct them to aboriginal.education@lakeheadu.ca.

*Notice: Smudging will occur at the entrance to and within the Bora Laskin Auditorium during the event.