The GradVineVolume 1, Issue 1 – September 2007 Graduate Students Win National Prize

In June 2007, a team of graduate students participated in the national casecompetition of the Canadian Evaluation Society and won, beating out 17 otherteams from across Canada! The other two teams in the final round of thecompetition, the University of Saskatchewan and Georgina Bay College, had bothwon the competition in the past.

The final round of the competition involved reading and analyzing a case onprogram evaluation in five hours and doing a 20-minute presentation on it. The casewas on evaluating a domestic violence court program. Despite several technicaldifficulties, including problems with Internet access and printing, our teampersevered. The judges praised our students' presentation for its cultural sensitivity,innovative methodology, and strong teamwork. As it turns out, they were also thesmallest team in the final competition so their individual workloads were evenlarger than the other teams.

The members of the team are (left to right): Dufton Lewis (Ph.D. - Psychology),Elisabeth Brass (Ph.D. - Psychology), Luke Jackiw (MA - Justice Studies) and DrRichard MacLennan (Professor – Psychology). Another graduate student, Carolyn

Inside This Issue

Message From the Dean of FGSR………………….….2

Student Success Stories..…3

Faculty & Department News……….……….….…6

International News – EMBA and MBA China Study Tours……...……………..10

Upcoming Events…..…....12

Newsletter Name Contest WinnerCongratulations to thewinner of FGSR’s newslettername contest, Susan Rever,an M.Sc. InterdisciplinaryBiology and Geographystudent, whose suggestionwas the inspiration for thename of our new newsletter.Susan has won a $50 giftcertificate to the Universityof Regina Bookstore.

“Ask Us First” – The Graduate Students’ Q & A

Contact:Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research North Residence 110 Telephone: 585-4161 Email:grad.studies@uregina.ca

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Barnes, also participated in the initial round of competition, but could not compete in the final round because of work commitments.

As a testament to their performance, several people approached our team after thecompetition to discuss job opportunities.

How do I find out what scholarships and awards are available to me?For a complete listing of scholarships and awards including Entrance Scholarships,National Scholarships, FGSR Funding, International Student Awards, Travel Awards, and others, visit the FGSR website at http://www.uregina.ca/gradstudies/scholarships/. All information including the value, eligibility, deadline and instructions on applying is available.How do I renew my study permit?You should apply to renew your study permit at least 30 days in advance. The application form and a checklist of all support documents needed can be found on the International Student Success Office page on the U of R website at http://www.uregina.ca/isso/International%20Students/Study%20Permit%20Renewal.htm. You will need to request a letter from FGSR confirming your student status.

Awarding Innovation in Regina While current search engines are useful, work is underway to make them even more powerful and user-friendly. Withthis goal in mind, two U of R computer scientists have developed software system prototypes that belong to this nextgeneration of web search systems. Dr. Xue Dong Yang and Dr. Orland Hoeber are winners of the 2007 Award ofInnovation for Regina for their HotMapTM and WordBarsTM web search interface software prototype systems.

“By using interactive visualization systems, web searchers are able to take a more active role in their search process,”says Hoeber, who recently defended his Ph.D. thesis in Computer Science. “Both queries and search results aredisplayed using graphical representations, providing a more intuitive way to search the web!”

Work is underway to develop commercial opportunities for Yang and Hoeber's research. The Award of Innovation inRegina is an annual competition sponsored by Innovation Place and administered by the U of R University-IndustryLiaison Office. It recognizes students and faculty researchers who are involved in research work characterized byintellectual achievement, uniqueness, and originality.

Message From The Dean of FGSR Dear students and colleagues,

I am delighted to share with you the first issue of ‘The GradVine’, the newsletter of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.

We are proud to highlight the impressive achievements of U of R graduate students and to feature the success of facultymembers in research, innovation, and graduate teaching. News of activities and initiatives at the FGSR and the relateddepartments and academic units are included. A special section is devoted to answers to queries raised by current and prospective graduate students, both domestic and international.

FGSR is committed to working with the Faculties, Graduate students and the community to provide, support and maintain an exceptional, high quality educational experience. The importance of graduate students to the University’s core missions of research and teaching cannot be overemphasized.

To enrich the graduate student experience, as well as to respond to the development of modern society, FGSR puts extra effort towards the internationalization of its graduate programs. The first study tour to China for the EMBA program took place in April and Dr. Dongyan Blachford, Associate Dean of FGSR, had the dual role of organizer and tour leader.

I would be remiss if I did not extend my appreciation to Ms. Jennifer Fleming for her efforts in bringing this inauguralissue to reality and also extend a vote of thanks to all the staff and various contributors. I am indebted to the vision andcommitment of the former Faculty Administrator, Carole Olive, who was a driving force in our office for this project.I’d like to congratulate the FGSR team in creating a visual format that is both eye-catching and dynamic.

I trust that you will enjoy reading the first issue and that it will provide you with a greater appreciation of the excellenceand diversity on this campus. Please continue to provide our office with stories and ideas for the publication.

Best regards

Rod A. Kelln, Ph.D.

STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES

INTERDISCIPLINARY - FINE ARTS

Bridget Keating (MA, Interdisciplinary Studies in Fine Arts) presented a paperexamining historical images of Indigenous women at "Taking a Hard Look:Gender and Visual Culture" in South Africa in June. Her paper, "‘…My LittleSavage, My Brown-Skinned Whore’: Historical Images of Indigenous Women andthe Contemporary Depiction of a 12-year-old Girl", examines the sexualizedrepresentation of Indigenous women through the lens of territory and violence. Thispaper was prize-winning at the ‘Putting Theory into Practice’ conference at theUniversity of Regina this past spring.

Chrystene Ells (MFA, Interdisciplinary Studies in Fine Arts) presented a paper titled ‘Sisu’ in April as the keynote lecture at the Illumenation International Film Festival in Helsinki. Watch for her film on the Finnish immigrant to Saskatchewan, Tom Sukannen, which promises to be a tour de force.

Janine Windolph (MFA, Interdisciplinary Studies: Media Production/ Indian Communication Arts) screened her film ‘Life Givers: Honouring Our Elders and Children’ in the National Film Board production “First Stories Saskatchewan” on June 19th..

ENGLISHAll four of our students put forward for SSHRC Scholarships were successful. Jamie Paris, Sean McKenzie, and Megan Nell were each awarded a Canada Graduate Scholarship (Master’s) of $17,500 for one year, while Karl Persson, who held a SSHRC Master’s Scholarship last year, was awarded a Canada Graduate Scholarship (Doctoral) of $35,000 per year for 3 years to pursue his Ph.D. work.

VISUAL ARTSBarbara Meneley (MFA, Visual Arts & Sculpture) completed a number of installations this year including ‘CityBlocks’, a site-specific collaboration in February with Jennifer Delos Reyes, sponsored by the Dunlop Art Galleryand ‘The Puzzle Project’, a group installation involving artists from all over the world, which opened in August inDawson City, Yukon. As Artist in Residence for the Port City Connect Project, Barbara was one of four artistscreating site specific artwork on Governor's Island in Manhattan. This residency was sponsored by the BurnabyArt Gallery and the New York Harbor School, and opened in New York in June of this year. In March, Barbarawas the winner of the University of Regina Student Sculpture Competition with her piece ‘Have One’, which willbe installed on campus later this year. Upcoming projects include creating an installation for the Garage Showwith the Lane Level Collective in Regina, and exhibiting in a show curated by Dr. Carmen Robertson at the ArtGallery of Regina. Barbara is also Curator at the Fifth Parallel Gallery and Co-Curator of the UniversityPresident's Art Collection.

Jennifer Delos Reyes (MFA, Intermedia) attended New York’sprestigious art space ‘The Kitchen’ last summer for a workshop on artand social engagement led by renowned artist Harrell Fletcher. This

social engagement led by renowned artist Harrell Fletcher. Thissummer Jennifer was invited to do an artist residency at The BerlinOffice where she created and exhibited work in Berlin, Venice andParis. She also attended The College Arts Association conference inNew York City, The Venice Biennial, Documenta 12, and theMuenster Sculpture projects. This past year she received numerousgrants including a Master’s SSHRC and an HRI visiting artistassistance. Jennifer is currently working on her MFA thesis project,‘Open Engagement: Art After Aesthetic Distance’, a three-dayconference on art and social practices bringing together over 70international artists to Regina to present new work and research.

Loretta Paoli (MFA, Interdisciplinary: Visual Art & Linguistics) received an award from the Visual Arts Student Art Competition to create public artwork for the U of R campus. The artwork will be located in the South Residence Building and will be launched on September 7, 2007. In April, Loretta presented the art installation, ‘Outlook’ at the Novia Cafe in downtown Regina.

Laura Hargrave (MFA, Drawing) was awarded a Dunlop Memorial Scholarship in Visual Arts for portfolio entry and was granted a Graduate Research Award. She exhibited in June with Judy Anderson in the 5th Parallel Gallery, in If Memory Serves, which included a major sculptural piece and large-scale drawings on memory loss. In August she participated in the group exhibition, Say Hello in the 5th Parallel Gallery with a photographic piece based on the demolition of the Bethune grain elevators. She was accepted into the ‘Walking and Art’ international artist residency at Banff Centre for the fall of 2007. Here she will continue her work on memory with the fabrication of external memory devices as they apply to walking.

Jennifer Delos Reyes

Work created by Laura Hargrave

GEOGRAPHYRoberta Kotowich took top honours at the Canadian Association of Geographers National Conference in May 2007, for her poster ‘Influences of Soil Erosion on Biodiversity in off-site Downslope Areas - a Case Study from the Qu'Appelle Valley’ (supervisor, Dr. Ulrike Hardenbicker). Later this year, she will travel to Germany as part of a reciprocal foreign exchange agreement to conduct analyses on her soil-sample collection from the 2007 field season.

KINESIOLOGY & HEALTH STUDIESThe Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies would like to congratulate the following graduate students on theirrecent successes in national, provincial and local venues:

Brad Smith, M.Sc. student, CIHR Strategic Training Program in Tobacco Research award.

June Zimmer, Ph.D. student, Canadian Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (CAHPERD) Young Professional awardand co-awardee of the Groome Family Fellowship in Health Research.

Kyra Kane, M.Sc. student, SAHO Green Ribbon honourable mention and co-awardee of the Groome Family Fellowship in Health Research.

Catherine Mills, M.Sc. student, SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship (Master’s)for one year valued at $17,500.

HISTORY

FACULTY & DEPARTMENT NEWS

JOHNSON - SHOYAMA GRADUATE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY GSPP Gets New Name and ProgramsOn June 14, the school was renamed the JohnsonShoyama Graduate School of Public Policy as an acknowledgement of the legacy of public serviceof Albert W. Johnson and Thomas K. Shoyama. Both men began their careers in public service inSaskatchewan, and went on to have distinguished careers in federal civil service and in academia. Johnson-Shoyama strives to instill the values they exemplified in our graduates.

At the same time it was announced that the school is now a provincial school, after merging with the public policyschool at the University of Saskatchewan. Soon students will be able to take classes at the University of Regina orUniversity of Saskatoon campuses, and collaboration will occur among the faculty, with some classes being offeredjointly. This will allow students to have access to a wide range of expertise and research on both campuses and will create exciting opportunities for students and faculty to collaborate on research projects.

The faculty grew this past year when Dr. Kathy McNutt and Andrea Rounce started in July 2006. The newestaddition, Crina Viju, started this July. She recently completed her PhD from the University of Saskatchewan.

Beginning Fall 2007, Graduate Certificate programs in Public Management, Public Policy Analysis or HealthSystems Management will be offered. Online courses are being developed to facilitate more options to potentialstudents from areas other than Regina or Saskatoon.

For more information, visit the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at 110 – 2 Research Drive, orcontact the school by phone at 585-5460 or by email at GSPP@uregina.ca.

All three of our students who applied for SSHRC Master’s Scholarships were successful. Kristie Dubé began herM.A. program a year ago; her thesis will examine Gothic revival architecture in Saskatchewan. Greg Koabelbegins his M.A. program in September 2007, and will be examining a yet to be determined aspect of 18th centuryBritish History. Julia Mitchell will take up her award in the fall as well, at Dalhousie University, where she plansto study cultural history, focusing specifically on Bob Dylan.

Kristie Dubé gave a paper entitled ‘Religious Architecture of Saskatchewan: The Gothic Revival Style’ at the Buffalo Province History Conference sponsored by the University of Saskatchewan in May 2007. Keith Gouletpresented a paper on ‘The Cree Historical Narrative’ at the Canadian Historical Association convention in May 2007.

BIOLOGYDepartment Attracts NSERC Awardee at PUBS Conference In February 2007, Graduate and Honours students from the Department of Biology hosted the 41st annual Prairie Universities Biology Symposium (PUBS). PUBS is a scientific conference designed for and run by students. Over 90 students from Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Alberta and Ontario participated, with 15 presentations made by U of R students. Many presenters were undergrad students given the opportunity to speak about honours thesis research.

Regional conferences such as PUBS offer excellent opportunities to showcase our academic programs and theUniversity of Regina as a whole. An important part of PUBS is an annual banquet on the last evening of theconference. Four recently hired Biology faculty and staff (S. Lund, C. Somers, B. Wissel and B. Hall) gave shortpresentations extolling the virtues of their research, the Biology department, the University in general and the cityof Regina. One purpose of this was to recruit new graduate students to the Biology Department. After thepresentations, faculty members were available to talk to students in an informal atmosphere and it was during thisopportunity that NSERC awardee Lara Bates became interested in doing graduate research at the University ofRegina.

Ms. Bates presented her honours research examining the influence of prescribed burning and grazing on the prairie Dakota Skipper butterfly during PUBS. She will commence her M.Sc. degree at the University of Regina

EDUCATIONRecord Numbers for Faculty of EducationNew Community Based Master Programs in Curriculum and Instruction were recently created in La Ronge (with25 students enrolled) and Meadow Lake (with 18 students enrolled). All students in these new programs will befollowing the project route.

The 2007 February intake had the largest ever number of applications at 200 and 160 of the applicants wereaccepted into the program. The 2007 spring convocation had the largest number of degrees awarded with 4 PhDgraduates and 53 Master’s graduates.

New Graduate Course Offerings for Fall 2007: • ED870AM – Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (EAHR subject area)• ED870AO – Social Justice and Globalization in Education (EC&I and EPSY subject area)• EPSY835 – Practicing Disability

Back Row: Ryan Fisher, Kristin Bondo, Dallas Foreman, Tianna Gross, Salina Stilborn. Middle Row: Elizabeth Vanderline, Susan Rever, Janet Ng, Kim Dohms. Front Row: Elizabeth Barker, Kurt Samways, Miranda Milam-Dunbar

in September 2007 and will examine mercury concentrations in invertebrate communities in prairie wetlands inSaskatchewan under the supervision of Dr. Britt Hall.

BUSINESSMHRM Goes Distance-Based Beginning in Fall 2007, the Master of Human Resource Management Degree will become a distance-based program available to students across Canada. The MHRM program, designed to span 24 months, includes four web-based courses (taken in the Fall and Winter semesters), four face-to-face one-week courses (taken during the Spring/Summer semesters), and a major capstone project or two additional face-to-face courses. According to Associate Dean, Anne Lavack, “The MHRM program is an appealing choice for HR professionals who want to advance their careers while studying for a graduate degree.” This is the first time the program will be available through distance education to students outside the Regina area.

Second Intake for EMBA Program The EMBA program, launched in August 2006, welcomed a second cohort of students to campus in August 2007. Executive MBA participants have at least five years of management experience and attend fast-paced classes on alternating Fridays and Saturdays over three semesters.

“The environment of learning is just phenomenal,” said EMBA student, Graham Harvey, who operates several businesses in the Assiniboia and Moose Jaw area. “You can take the information you gather here and apply it day in and day out.”

A highlight of the EMBA program is the Capstone Research Report, where participants conduct an in-depth study of a management topic relevant to their workplace.

Certificate Programs Perfect for Part-Time Students Master’s Certificate Programs are now offered in: Human Resource Management, Business Fundamentals, General Management, and International Business. These certificate programs can be completed within 12 months, however, students may take up to 3 years. Each Master’s Certificate requires completion of 3 Master’s level courses. Students who complete a Master’s Certificate program may choose to apply their courses to the MHRM or MBA programs.

For more information, visit the Kenneth Levene Graduate School of Business in Education Building 517, or contact the school by phone at 585-4735 or by email at levene.gradschool@uregina.ca

ENGLISHNew Programs for Students It has been an active year for Graduate Studies in the English Department. Since January 2007, ten new students have accepted offers of admission to the M.A. program in English, in part drawn by two new programs: the course-based Master’s and a Master’s in Creative Writing which was recently approved by Senate. A new brochure outlining the three M.A streams and featuring graduate students and faculty was recently completed and is now available as a recruitment and information tool.

First intake of the EMBA program during the international study tour in China

MATHEMATICS & STATISTICSMatrix Theory at the University of ReginaThe University of Regina boasts one of the strongest groups of researchers in Canada in matrix theory. The coremembers are Drs Shaun Fallat, Chun-Hua Guo, and Steve Kirkland, and their expertise ranges from combinatorialmatrix theory through to numerical linear algebra. Other members of the Department of Math & Stats (such as DrsMartín Argerami, Doug Farenick, Chris Fisher, Allen Herman, and Fernando Szechtman) have also madecontributions to matrix theory, by way of abstract algebra and operator theory. The members of this group arerecognised leaders in the field, for example, Dr. Kirkland delivered the prestigious Olga Taussky Lecture in Israelin 2001 and their contributions to the University of Regina have also been honoured (most recently in Dr. Fallat’s2007 Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching). These mathematicians are active in editing peer-reviewedjournals and Regina is the editorial home of the international journal Linear and Multilinear Algebra, published byTaylor & Francis.

These researchers make the University of Regina an attractive institution for graduate students in matrix theory.The current group of graduate students (MSc candidate Ryan Tifenbach & PhD candidates Mahmud Akelbek

Michael Cavers, Sandra Fital, Xiaoping Liu and Yongyun Xing) are from respected Canadian universities, aswell as from strong universities in Asia and Europe. These students have been awarded a variety of scholarshipsincluding the NSERC Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships, the Dean’s Graduate Scholarship, and the InternationalGraduate Student Scholarship. They are already making an impact with their original research in matrix theory.They have published several papers and have presented posters and given lectures at the Canadian MathematicalSociety’s annual meetings. They have also contributed significantly to the intellectual life of the University bytutoring and teaching, as well as through participation - as speakers and co-organi zers - in the University’sGraduate Student Conference.

With its established faculty members and strong graduate students, the University of Regina enjoys a reputationfor excellence in matrix theory.

The Matrix Theory Group, from left to right: R. Tifenbach , S. Kirkland, M. Cavers , X. Liu ,

S. Fallat, C-H. Guo, Y. Xing, M. Akelbek , and S. Fital

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

EMBA and MBA China Study ToursThe Faculty of Business Administration featured International Study Tours to China in its MBA and Executive MBA programs this year. MBA students visited China from May 11-20, while Executive MBA students visited China from April 14-22. Rob Giberson (Associate Dean, Faculty of Business Administration) led both tours, accompanied by Dr. Dongyan Blachford (Associate Dean, Faculty of Gradu ate Studies and Research) for the Executive MBA groupand Ms. Karen Bian, a graduate student, for the MBA group. Both trips included a variety of business-related activities, including tours of General Motors in Shanghai, a meeting with the Shanghai Port Authority, a tour of a major steel plant in Beijing, a visit to the Great Hall of the People in Tiananmen Square, briefings on China’s economic development and the Beijing 2008 Olympics, as well as cultural tours.

“Among the most significant benefits of participating in the EMBA program was the trip to China. Visiting production plants and receiving economic briefings at Shogun Steel and from Minister Han Lei were unique opportunities that are not replicable in any context. The lessons I learned on this trip were inescapable and irreplaceable. So much was learned in such a limited amount of time that all I could do was capture my gained insights in my field journal. It was a learning experience that will serve as a milestone in my professional life that is without equal.” Randall Edge

“The trip allowed us to understand the process of transporting goods to market through the Shanghai Port Authority and the requirement of a comprehensive understanding of the Chinese culture and government relationships. A highlight was the tour of the National Peoples' Congress and the presentation by the economic advisory committee. We had first hand interaction with the Chinese people in the Water Village and the Silk and Pearl Markets, obtaining a glimpse of their culture and personalities. You could not possibly learn as much as we did on this tour by reading.” Graham Harvey

The following comments reflect EMBA and MBA students’ experiences in participating in the China Study Tour:

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“This class was an experience of a lifetime. Visiting the historical sites full of tradition and culture and experiencing the modern society and growth that has occurred in the cities left me with a better understanding and appreciation of China. This class was also a great opportunity to get to know fellow MBA students.”

“The experience will forever be ingrained in my memory. The social, cultural, and economic experience is something I wish to share with my family in the coming years. There is so much to be gained from experiencing the world through first hand exposure. Sights, sounds, smells, and touch can only be made by immersing yourself into the culture, traditions and ways of the land you visit.” Carol Edwards Gerard Kay

“Our Trip to China provided an opportunity to gain understanding of the many challenges of doing business in the Chinese market. The experiences gave us first hand knowledge of the impact of globalization, the need for companies to possess the ability to look long-term when developing strategy, and the importance of relationships in dealing with suppliers, partners, customers and employees. It was fascinating to view the evolving relationship between capitalism and communism in Shanghai and Beijing. The trip also provided a balance of business and cultural tours that satisfied all of us. The group formed strong bonds and friendships that will last a very long time.”

“For me this was the trip of a lifetime. I was given a opportunity to see a small part of this country in a way not possible by going as a tourist or even as a businessperson. Some of my preconceived ideas were proven wrong while others were validated. I was impressed with how modern Beijing and Shanghai were. It amazes me how quickly the Chinese government can make a policy actually turn into something. This knowledge will be invaluable as China continues to develop and become a large player on the international scene.” Mitch Minken

Terry MacDonald

Dr. John Archer LibraryAs the main library on campus, we will definitely be one part of your rewarding experience while you are completing your graduate studies at U of R. It is a good idea to attend the library orientation sessions to familiarize yourself with our resources and services, which might help to smooth your future research and study process.

Introduction to Searching Library Catalogue - How to find books in the Library, short tour of the Library, introduction to services offered by Archer Library

Introduction to Finding Journal Articles - Learn to access electronic journal databases, how to choose the right database, formulating a search, printing or e-mailing full-text journal articles.

Reserve your spot for these orientations by calling 585-4495 or stopping by the Information Desk on the main floor of the Archer Library

Library Research Skills II Drop-in Sessions - Bring your personal research questions, no registration needed, watch for times and locations of sessions to be posted in the library

Want to explore the library by yourself? You can download our audio library tour at http://www.uregina.ca/library/research/instruction/audiotours/index.shtml to visit the five floors of the library when you arrive on campus.

For more information, please go to the library website: http://www.uregina.ca/library/

UPCOMING EVENTS

GSA SEMINARSDuring the Fall/Winter term, the Faculty of GraduateStudies and Research will be offering a series of freeseminars for graduate students. Refreshments will beprovided.

Location: CL 408

Webpage: http://uregina.ca/urgsa/seminars.html

Contact: Mike Cavers (mscavers@gmail.com)

Title: Living, Studying and Working in Regina Date: Thurs, Sept 13th, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Dr. Dongyan Blachford (FGSR/Arts)

Title: Graduate Research: Start line? Finish line? Date: Thurs, Oct 4th, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Dr. Rod Kelln (FGSR)

Title: Careers after Graduating Date: Thurs, Nov 22nd, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Margot Hurlbert (Arts) and Dr. David Gerhard(Science)

Title: Mentorship: The Student-SupervisorRelationshipDate: Thurs, Dec 6th, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Dr. David Malloy (KHS)

Title: Funding Opportunities and Applications Date: Thurs, Jan 17th, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Sarah Byron (FGSR) and Karen Wiome (FGSR)

Title: How to Write a Successful Conference AbstractDate: Thurs, Jan 31st, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Dr. David Gauthier (Arts)

Title: How to Give a Dynamic Conference OralPresentation Date: Thurs, Feb 14th, 4:30-5:30pm Led by Dr. Mark Brigham (Science)

Title: Publish or Perish Date: ‘To be announced’Led by Dr. Gordon Asmundson (KHS)

Title: How to Create an Effective Conference PosterDate: ‘To be announced’Led by the Graduate Student Association

GRADUATE STUDENTS’ FALL 2007WELCOME BBQ

LITERARY ECLECTIC III ENGLISHCONFERENCE

Welcome back! Let’s all gather at the U of R TerraceBuilding, 10 Research Drive, at 4:15pm on Friday September 21, 2007 for hot dogs, hamburgers, anoutdoor cash bar, music and greetings from GSAand FGSR.

Schedule:4:15 - 5:15 - Meet and greet, appetizers, music, outdoorcash bar5:15 - Greeting from GSA Executive Co-Presidents,Nick Carleton and Michelle Makelki5:20 - Greeting from Rod Kelln, Dean of FGSR5:30 - Greeting from URSU President Mike Burton5:35 - Message from Toastmasters for GraduateStudents5:40 - 6:30 - BBQ, music6:30 - 7:45 - Socializing7:45 - TeardownBBQ sponsored by GSA executive and FGSR

The Literary Eclectic III conference will be held onSeptember 28 and 29 at the U of R. This is a jointconference for English Graduate Students at theUniversity of Regina with participation from Universityof Calgary, Lethbridge University, Brandon University,University of Manitoba, and University of Winnipeg.Papers were invited on any aspect of literary studieswritten by graduate students in English. Professor DiBrandt, Canada Research Chair in Creative Writing andProfessor of English at the University of Brandon, willbe the keynote speaker. More information can be found at www.uregina.ca/hri/Conferences/literary_eclectic_2007.shtml.