Honours for Lakehead U's Department of Psychology
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Contact: Marla Tomlinson, Communications Officer, Lakehead University, 343-8177 or 472-9113
30 Community Members Involved in Task Force
(Thunder Bay - June 13, 2005) The City of Orillia is showing enormous community support for the Lakehead University Orillia campus. An Implementation Task Force has been created with volunteers from both Lakehead University and the City of Orillia, and there are 30 Orillia members involved in the Task Force at varying levels.
In order to achieve the objectives of this important partnership, academic and business plans are to be developed over the coming months by the Implementation Task Force and its working committees. It is expected that these plans will result in the offering of courses and programs in Orillia. While initially the role of ATAC and distributed learning will be critical in fulfilling a September 2006 start date, additional faculty and staff will be recruited to meet the demand in Orillia. These positions would have dual functionality in that the Orillia-based personnel will be able to deliver programming and student support to Thunder Bay. In essence, Lakehead University would have two campuses with considerable integration of resources and academic programming.
"The City of Orillia is excited to be a part of Lakehead University," says Ron Stevens, Mayor of the City of Orillia. "We have had a fantastic response from the volunteers on the Implementation Task Force, and we look forward to working with our Thunder Bay colleagues to help bring the Orillia campus to fruition."
The Orillia volunteers include City of Orillia employees as well as members from the community and surrounding areas, including Oro Medonte, Severn Township, and Ramara Township. In the main Task Force, 12 members make up the Orillia team, and the Lakehead U portion of the Task Force comprises 22 University administration, faculty, and staff members.
The Task Force has five working committees: Facilities, Student Services, Human Resources, Student Life, and Academic needs. Within these committees, an additional 18 members of the Orillia community are taking part in the development of the Orillia Campus. There is also an Academic Planning Task Force working on the potential degree programs to be offered in Orillia.
"The Orillia Campus Implementation Task Force is an important step towards the realization of an Orillia campus," says Dr. Fred Gilbert, President, Lakehead University. "I am pleased to see this outpouring of interest from the community of Orillia. Only by working together like this can we ensure that we will succeed in this branch campus endeavour."
Contact: Marla Tomlinson, Office of Communication, Lakehead University, 343-8177 or 472-9113
(Thunder Bay - May 26, 2005) Lakehead University is pleased to announce the winner for the 2005 Award to Staff for Outstanding Performance and/or Contributions -- Lynne Sevean, a technologist with the Faculty of Forestry and the Forest Environment.
Lynne has worked at Lakehead U since 1972. Throughout his career at the University, he has worked for the betterment of the Faculty of Forestry by assisting both faculty and staff; he has also demonstrated outstanding community involvement, and has been an exceptional ambassador for Lakehead University.
"I'm honoured to be recognized by my peers at Lakehead University," says Lynne. "I enjoy working in the University with the Faculty of Forestry. Becoming involved in community outreach and helping fellow colleagues come naturally when you believe in something, enjoy your job and the people you work with."
"There were a number of very well-qualified nominees, which speaks volumes about the dedication and significant contributions made by Lakehead's staff," says Dr. Fred Gilbert, President, Lakehead University. "The Selection Committee did an excellent job, and Lynne is a fine selection for the 2005 Award. But, it is important to recognize all the nominations have demonstrated their commitment to the University."
The candidates for the Staff for Outstanding Performance and/or Contributions have to show exemplary service to a department or to the University community in some way, including but not limited to the following: demonstrating superior leadership skill and ability; demonstrating a willingness to go far beyond the job to assist other staff and students; or submitting a proposal which, when implemented, had significant impact on improved efficiency, cost-saving, or improved service within the University.
The other candidates for the 2005 Award were:
Cheryl Balacko, Textbook Supervisor, Bookstore
Hugh Briggs, Manager, Mechanical/Electrical Systems, Physical Plant
Lynn Gollat, Graduate Studies Officer, Office of Graduate and International Studies
Anne Klymenko, Manager, Research and International Development, Research Office
Members of the Media: Lynne Sevean is available for interview by calling Marla Tomlinson at 343-8177. Photos are available.
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(Thunder Bay - May 24, 2005) There is a unique learning opportunity being offered to children at Lakehead University this summer. The Faculty of Education's Department of Lifelong Learning will be hosting the Eco-Literacy Adventure Camp.
The Eco-Literacy Adventure camp is an educational program that uses ecologically based reading material throughout the camp, and includes high-energy games, outdoor activities, art projects, and other creative approaches to reading comprehension.
"Eco-Literacy Adventure Camp is a great way for kids to explore, discover, create, and learn about ecology, art, reading, and literature during their summer holidays," says Kim Falcigno, of the Department of Lifelong Learning. "We will be providing a quality learning experience that the children will find entertaining yet educational."
Eco-Literacy Adventure Camp is for children entering Grades four, five, six, and seven in September, and will run as two week-long camps in July: July 4 to 8 and July 11 to 15, Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Bora Laskin Building. Camp books and activities will be different for each week, so children can take part in both camps. Participant fee is $180.00 per week. (PRO Kids sponsored spaces are also available).
For more information or to register call the Department of Lifelong Learning at 346-7872, email faced.aie@lakeheadu.ca or visit our office: Department of Lifelong Learning, Faculty of Education, Bora Laskin Building Room 1007, Lakehead University, 955 Oliver Road or our website at http://education.lakeheadu.ca/lifelong/camp.
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Contact: Marla Tomlinson, Office of Communication, Lakehead University, 343-8177 or 472-9113