84 10 13233 https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/37d6968c22f3f8f53cee8f7d6a9141f8.pdf 75c95c4aa6c0b456db6db0a4d7296315 PDF Text Text ► 14 NATIONAL UNIVEIISITIES• WEEN SEMAINE NATIONALE DES UNIVEIISITiS octob<.>r 14 ton i ill Ii du 14 ~u 22 octob<e .._..is¾Je: "Jus(your Garton variety" ........ 3 Agoraphobia halted .................... 4 Student Services: we care .......... 8 Jay Ingram on Campus ............ 10 Open House '89 ........................ 12 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 6. NO. 9 OCTOBER 1989 A New Beginning... C "I know the immigrant story'' says Oliver Tiura, Department Chairman and Associate Professor of Visual Arts. His bronze sculpture, entitled A New Beginning, will be the focal point of a fountain in the new Multicultural Centre. ''The arch is symbolic of entry into Canada," explained Tiura who was born in Finland and emigrated to Canada at the age of nine. He recalls the traumatic experience of being struck by a freighter and thinking his boat would sink. Tiura was working on the sculpture when approached by the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association to help with a suitable design for the fountain and a sculpture for the centre's foyer. The Rotary Club of Thunder Bay (Port Arthur) donated $5,000 to the fountain project, which Tuira designed. The Association will soon have a gala unveiling and they invite the public to see the final results. �Report From The President Dr. Bob Roseh art Enrolment '89 Another great academic year for Lakehead! As I write this article, our enrolment has surpassed last year and is just over 3,900 full-time students. Our first year intake has also increased from last year, and this places Lakehead in a favourable position with respect to the base funding review process currently being carried out by the Ontario Committee on University Affairs. The academic reputation of our academic offerings continues to draw students in in increasing numbers from throughout Ontario. Kenora Campus For some time, our offerings in Kenora have been growing, and it has been increasingly difficult to serve the Kenora and region students in a carpet bagging mode. Initial discussions with Confederation College will sec an office space provided to Lakehead in their new Kenora facility which will be opening in 1991. In the interim, space has been obtained to open a modest facility in Kenora. The official opening will occur later in the fall as part of our Silver Jubilee Program, and the facility will provide a counselling centre and two classrooms. Circumpolar Conference Geoff Weller reports that plans arc well underway for the first major conference to be sponsored by the Centre for Northern Studies, "The Role of Circumpolar Universities in Northern Development'' to be held at Lakehead University from November 24 to 26, 1989. This conference will bring together delegates from Sweden, Finland, the U.S.S.R., and the U.S.A., as well as representation from many parts of Canada. . For details, contact Jean Engholm at Extension 8360. Page 2 Electoral Board for Chancellor With the completion of the term of Chancellor G. B. Weiler, the Senate and the Board of Governors are constituting an Electoral Board. Although Chancellor Weiler is eligible for a further term, he has given me the indication that his plans are to step down. Chancellor Weiler has done an outstanding job for Lakehead University during his term as Chancellor. New Maintenance Building With the completion of the new residence complex, the "Ponderosa" (an old greenhouse) had to go, and it will soon be replaced by the first phase of a modem, central maintenance facility. The building will be located on the site of the previous building and is being built by BayWalsh Ltd. Bill Hanley Bill's recent passing saw Lakehead lose one of its most dedicated professors. Bill was very committed to both his students here at Lakehead and those he was directly involved with during his time in Africa. I remember talking at length with Bill, over the years, about his African experiences, and I am sure there was always a part of him that longed to return to Africa. Enrolmen t: Another record-breaking year! For the second year in a row, Lakehcad University will establish a1/ historic high in full-time enrolment. According to the Registrar, Pentti Paularinne, enrolment totals in first year Arts increased by 31.9%. Last year's total full-time enrolment reached 3,732. By the end of September, 1989, figures tallied 3,920 fulltime students. Part-time student registrations are down slightly but off-campus enrolment is up (final figures not available). Lakehead continues to draw 49.9% of its full-time enrolment from the City of Thunder Bay and district. Of full-time registrants, 57% arc from Northwestern Ontario. Enrolment figures for international students continues to fall. Compared to an all-time high of 400 students, or 12% of the full-time enrolment, only 149 international students are currently attending full-time. r • Departures Jeff Crocco has left his job at the Conference Centre to become the Sales Manager at the Valhalla Inn. Fashion Show Come out and watch L.U. male and female members of faculty, staff, students and Board of Governors strut their stuff at the Silver Jubilee "Holiday Magic" Fashion Show and Dessert to be held in The New Ballroom at the Valhalla Inn on Sunday, December 3, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from Mrs. Linda Phillips in my office, from Mrs. Susan Childs in the School of Engineering, at the Switchboard and Bookstore, and from any of the participating retailers. - .. ---..;:- Brenda Steen, Assistant Registrar, coordinates registration procedures from the Agora. Her team of 23 part-time and 6 full-time staff assist students and faculty at 5 registration points and fro the main office. The operation went ver smoothly this year despite recordbreaking numbers. AGORA - -- - -- -- - -- - - -- Octobe r 1989 �Claude Garton -Profile This 1989 photograph sh?ws Doug Li~dsay ~nd Claude Garton, right, discussing one of the plant samp!es in the Herbariu_m. Lindsay was Chairman of the Biology Department at that time and the herbarzum was described as one of the finest local collections in Ontario. The name Claude Garton is synonymous with conservation in Northwestern Ontario. Claude Garton is also a big part of Lakehead University. Tucked away on the third floor of r '! Centennial Building is the herbar..un, where Garton is the undisputed authority. This is as it should be since the herbarium would not exist without him. When Garton, a well known educator, retired from teaching in 1966, he donated his private plant collection to Lakehead University. Since that time, he has served as curator of the Claude Garton Herbarium. In 1979 he received an honorary degree from Lakehead. "When I retired from teaching I volunteered my time to Lakehead U," he said. "I've never been a paid member of the staff. My wife is dead, my family is gone, so I have nothing else to do." As to why he would donate a collection he spent much of his life developing, Garton says, "Well, it was too damn big to keep in the house." He said Doug Lindsay, who was head of Biology at that time, helped orchestrate the transfer of the collection to the University. Gesturing to the herbarium, Garton said "there it is, it's grown much too big for a home now. We have about 90,000 sheets of plants." Garton's involvement with plants ~ 1an in childhood. " I had a grand___,her who was a gardener and I just became converted to plants," he said. "I like to get out and see where the first spring flowers are." October 1989 In spite of a heart condition, Garton tries to get out to see where the flowers are. The summer of 1989 was spent in the Whitefish Lake area, about 50 kilometers southwest of Thunder Bay. Garton and a student assistant worked on a plant survey of the area and got about 400 collections of plants from that area. "See those cartons back there," he said, pointing to two mountains of cardboard boxes, "that's the result." The winter months will be spent "identifying, exchanging (with other collectors), entering data and all that crap," he said. Garton has a lot of will power and does not like to be kept from the things he most enjoys doing. This was never more dramatically illustrated then in 1932 when he suffered a fractured skull in a ski-jumping accident. Once he had recovered, he not only took up skiing again, but "I went back the next year and won the Novice Jump." Through the years, he has actively pursued his love of plants, and worked in the field of conservation. In the late 1940s, Garton was instrumental in founding the first Junior Naturalist Club of the Lakehead. At Lakehead University, he was very active in the Forestry Field school. "Up until I developed this heart problem I would go out with them for the two weeks of the field school and work with them on identification of plants in the field." Garton keeps up with the latest news in conservation, biology and other natural sciences. Physically, he has been forced to slow down. "I now have a heart pacer in and I just don't have the push that I had at one time." Not being able to drive has curtailed his explorations severely. "That has just restricted my activities terribly and I resent it very much!" However, Garton is not one to brood over what he cannot have; he takes heart in doing what he can. Glancing around the herbarium and the work to be done, he said "This is my release; at least I get to see the plants here." Garton's work brought him a brush with fame. In 1954, he submitted a plant specimen to the Department of Agriculture. "Dr. Boivin (of the Dept.) decided that it was a subspecies of a moss that hadn't been described," Garton said. "So he called it variety Gartonis." Unfortunately it was later discovered that the plant had already been discovered and described. "So, I have no plant names with the name Garton on it, now," he said. "But maybe I will." In the meantime another type of fame has been accorded Claude Garton. After his retirement in 1966, the Current River School was renamed the Claude Garton Public School in honor of his many years of teaching. However, he doesn't take this very seriously. He believes that, while flattering, having a school named in one's honour does not guarantee one will be remembered forever. 'There's Vance Chapman School and Gron Morgan, they're just names now," Garton said. "I guess that's our fate, to become a name on a building." Ever modest, Claude Garton does not care for tributes; he simply does what he enjoys. He denies being someone special. To Claude, he is just your Garton variety human being. A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �MAJOR DONATION FOR LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY Lakehead University received $40,000 from Canadian Pacific last month. The money will go towards making the Agora in the University Centre a more comfortable place. CP Rail Toronto representatives Glen Swanson, Vice-President of Operations and Maintenance, and Bob Pelland, Community Affairs Office, presented Bob Rosehart, President of Lakehead University with a $40,000 cheque. Agora is a Greek word meaning 'place of assembly.' At present there arc only a few seattered chairs around the perimeter of the area. With the donation, the Agora can be better furnished, making it a more appealing meeting place for the 6,000 students and 1,200 employees who spend their days at Lakehead University. Mr. Glen Swanson, Vice-Resident of Operations and Maintenance for CP Rail, presented Dr. Bob Rosehart with a cheque for $40,000.on behalf of Canadian Padfic. Also present, back row left to right, Dr. Dianne Common, Dean of Professional Studies, Roger Forsberg, Assistant Superintendent, Lakehe.ad Division, CP Rail, Dr. John Whitfield, De.an of Arts and Science, Greg Beckford, President of LUSU, and Bob Pelland, Community Affairs Officer. Native Students Celebrate Native students at Lakehead University started off the academic year in a big way. A Pow-Wow was held last month to celebrate and share Native culture with the rest of the University. Ruby Slipperjack-Farrell, Coordinator of Native Support Services, said the event was a big success. "It came together so beautifully." According to Slipper-Jack Farrell, there was an increase in attendance and participation this year. This popular campus event is designed to "welcome students back and introduce them to our culture." .,. -r, 1.-...~ #-{~ I ~ l Page 4 ... l• f AGORA - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - October 1989 �Northern and Regional Studies librarian tackles "challenging job" e..::::....._ _ _ _ _ __ _ : = == The Northern and Regional Studies Library is starting off the new academic year with a few changes. Louise Wourinen has joined the Northern and Regional Studies Library as the librarian. She is the former Assistant City Clerk (Administrative) for Thunder Bay. The biggest change for the Library will be the growth of its collections. Wourinen says there are two main collections; the Regional Collection and the Northern Collection. The Regional Collection has grown from the local history collection, which covers Thunder Bay and the immediate area and now covers Northwestern Ontario from Thunder Bay to Rainy River to Kenora. Topics covered in the collection include economic development, resource conflict mechanisms, health care and Native people. "We are trying to cover what is in the curriculum at the University as well as research interests at the Centre (for Northern Studies)," Wourinen said. The Northern Collection covers the provincial norths, Yukon, Northwest Territories, and similar areas worldwide, such as Scandinavia. The Centre opened in the spring of 1988 and there is still a lot of organizational work. They have developed a database of about 17,000 records. That database is growing according to established guidelines. Wourinen's work also entails "general reference type work and organization." 'The job is quite challenging," she said. "It's going to be a very useful collection." While there is still much work to be done on that collection, "it's certainly usable at this point," Wourinen said. The Regional and Northern Library is located in the basement of the Chancellor Paterson Library. Lakehead University hosts Swedish exchange students Photograph and story by Elinor Barr Stina Levin and Eva Wretlind are the first students to come stayed with the Cecilia Papak family. The flight at midnight, to Canada under the recent agreement between Lakehead Uniseeing the sunset over Hudson Bay and the treeless tundra, versity and Lulca University in northern Sweden. They spent fascinated Stina. She also learned some Inuktutuk words. six weeks based in Churchill, on the coast of Hudson Bay, Eva's biggest thrill was visiting an Inuit fishing and hunting Jnder the supervision of Robert Archibald of Lakehead's camp nearby. She found to her surprise that caribou meat has a School of Business Administration. One final week at the much milder taste than reindeer. Centre for Northern Studies was required to write their report, What a marvellous opportunity to compare lifestyles at the completed August 11. During this time in Thunder Bay they same latitude in Sweden and Canada, where the climate is so were guests of Frank and Evelyn Heroux. different! The program is co-ordinated through Lakehead UniThe feasibility study outlined the most economical way to versity's Centre for Northern Studies. distribute medical supplies from the Churchill Health Centre to eight Inuit communities in the Keewatin~- - - - - - - - - -- - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ region. The communities arc widely scattered, covering an area which would account for almost the entire length of Sweden. The furthest south is Sanikiluaq in the Belcher Islands, at 56 degrees latitude, and the northernmost is Repulse Bay which lies on the Arctic Circle. At Present 7,000 people are serviced through the Churchill Health Centre, which acts as the nerve centre for nursing stations located in each community. All transportation is by air, except for barge service in the summer. Churchill itself is connected to Winnipeg, its main supply and service centre, by a railway. the journey one-way ta kcs 35 hours. Stina and Eva spent most of their time in Churchill, with one week in Winnipeg and another at Rankin Inlet 480 kms. to the north. Although neither actually saw a polar bear, both participated in Churchill's Polar Bear Dip July 1. The water was very cold. The ice had gone out only three days before, and icebergs were floating in the bay. Their most memorable moments happened at Rankin Inlet, when they Stina Levin(left) and Eva Wretlind of Lu/ea are all smiles outside the Centre for Northern Studies. October 1989 AGORA - - - -- - - - - - - - -- - - - Page6 �========= Faces on Campus========= Mic h ael Boss Michael Boss has joined the Visual Arts Department as an assistant professor. His specialty is painting and drawing. Originally from Winnipeg, he earned his BFA from the University of Manitoba; his masters degree came from the University of Windsor. Having previously taught in different schools, Boss is aware of the unique challenges of teaching in the Visual Arts field - especially in grading. He said grading visual arts is not cut and dried. "You can tell what's good and what's bad but it's not like mathematics which has a right answer." However, Boss is quick to point out that this is one challenge he is experienced in conquering. Outside class hours Boss enjoys painting and has had shows in different areas of Canada and the United States. 1 1 Cathy Chapin Cathy Chapin has joined the "'I Geography Department as the Mai{ Librarian and Cartographer. Her training came from the School of Natural Resources in Lindsay, Ont., where she studied cartography. Chapin's responsibility is to keep the Geography Department's collection in order and do some mapping. Chapin has worked for forestry companies and was with I the Environmental Protection Agency in the States before coming ' - - - - - - - - - - - = = = . i to Thunder Bay. Leisure pursuits include fishing, canoeing and "all the outdoor goodies out here," she said. Chapin likes Thunder Bay because it is just the right size - city conveniences without the traffic jams and hassles. .____ _ _B_e_t_t_y_B_art _ _o_ri._e_k_ _ ___,I ~I_ _ _ _V_io_l_e_t_S_i_m_a_n_d_ _ ___, Betty Bartonek has recently joined the staff in G vii Engineering although she has been at Lakehead for about a year. During her secretarial career at the University she has worked in Campus Development, the Computer Centre, the Vice-President's (Administration) office, mathematics and the VicePresident's (Academic) office. Originally from the Georgian Bay area, she has lived in Thunder Bay for 16 years. Away from work she is kept busy by two children. As for athletic pursuits, Bartonek admits to being a dedicated armchair athlete. Although she is happy in with her present work, Bartonek dreams of other things - like a trip around the world. "If you're going to dream you might as well dream big," she said. Correction: They were good-humoured gentlemen (and bought the story about computer foul-ups). Jose De Cangas and Aris Carasthathis swapped photographs in last month's Agora. Jose said he's not thinking about trading his wine collection for a racquet but he did immediately write to his friends and urge them to "see how fast Northwestern Ontario can change a man". Apologies to both. Page 6 Violet Simand is the new secretary for Native Support Services. Originally from Northern Quebec, Simand journeyed to Thunder Bay in 1988 when her husband came here to work. The Native Support Services office was closed during the su1':I mer,sothereisa lotofwork todotl,..,,. fall, she said. "It's very interesting and very busy," Simand said. A computer buff, Simand has spent quite a bit of time working with IBM com~ ~ ~ ~= =~~=!.J puters. However, the office has a MacIntosh SE which she is trying to getacquainted with. Outside the office, Simand is kept very busy by her two young children. The Jays and Cubs bit the dust and so did many University ball players during the annual President's Ball Tourney. The team from Psychology was the big winner this year - no doubt partly due to the hot glove of Steve Goldstein. l r' ·~ -~ - -- -- - - - - -- - - - - - -- AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - October 19 8 9 �Student Services ''We're going to have a good year'' Student services faced a signifcant turnover this past summer. Now that new people are aboard, Joy Lawson, the Director of Student Services, is confident that the full complement of student service programs are up and running. A member of the counselling and career services team, secretary Linda Veinot (8018) says "we're going to have a good year. The Chaplaincy office has been an - -nportant force on the campus for apr1roximately 12 years. Brother Glenn Doughty was appointed during the summer and has quickly shown his warm and friendly manner to students, staff and faculty. Brother Glenn defines his role "as a listening ear". "As a counsellor, I will be part of a team that assists students and staff with spiritual counselling - to assist in personal growth, value decisions, basically to help in whatever way I can". He was part of a chaplaincy team at the University of Ottawa and recently completed his masters in counselling and pastoral care. He was in private practice at St. Agnes for four years but looks upon his new position at the Lakchead with great excitment. "I've been wanting to do this all my We." Brother Doughty was born in Kirkland Lake and has been a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate since 1960. Everybody is teasing Brother Glenn about his "Eastern music" and "tranquil lighting'' so please drop by and share a coffee and welcome the man with a wonderful sense of humour and r October 1989 We all get along great and these are good people to work with." New members are Ian Cull (8739), Co-ordinator of Student Counselling, Brother Glenn Doughty (8002), Chaplain, and Ruby Slipperjack-Farrell (8084), Co-ordinator of Native Support Services and secretary Violet Simand (8085). Lakehead University graduate Ruby Slipperjack-Farrell (BA/BEd) has taken over the position of Native Support Services Co-ordinator. The Native Support Services office was dosed during the summer. Now that a new academic year has begun, Slipperjack-Farrell has discovered a large backlog of work. "I'm up to my elbows in correspondence," she said. "It's total craziness." Slipperjack-Farrell is quick to point out that no matter how busy the office may get "we are here to support the students." She said the office provides personal support as well as educational support. "Just giving some basic information can help ease confusion," she said. Slippctjack-Farrell described going through the education system in Thunder Bay as being an advantage in her work. "I can anticipate the problems they (Native students) will run into." Accurate figures on the number of Native students at Lakehead University is not yet available, however, early indications are that students have come from all parts of the country to attend Lakehead University. "I would like to have a giant map of Canada on the office wall so students can mark where they are from and see where other students come from." Ian Cull is returning to Lakehead University. The masters graduate of the psychology program was working at St. Joseph's until his recent appointment. He and Irmo Marini, his predecessor, were graduate students together and worked on the study skills package together. "I guess you could say that launched his career and now five years later we swap jobs." Ian graduated from McMaster in 1979 and says he did "a stint in Southern Ontario" prior to his Thunder Bay transfer and a return to school. Cull's background includes experience with study skills, We-style enhancement, assertiveness training, and individual and group counselling. He is also experienced with vocational aptitude testing and is currently doing research and counselling in the area of eating disorders. Ian previously lectured at the University and was involved with distance education. "The idea of moving to an academic setting appealed to me. Clients are well-read, m.otivated and goal-directed. One can see efforts paying off in that setting," he commented. He says he's looking forward to the challenge and has already started looking into the employee assistance program on campus. • AGORA--- - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - Page7 �Papers /Publications & Special Projects Ian Cull will be giving a public presentation on D Eating Disorders at the Brodie Public Library on y,,,="'-~=!!,o Tuesday, October 24th at · 7:00 pm. The presentation will be titled ''Understand~~~~ ing Bulimia and Anorexia ~~~=~~~; Nervosa". Dr. Birbal Singh, Associate Professor of ~~~==" Mechanical Engineering, presented a paper entitled ~ "A Hydraulic Jet Mining D - Technique for Recovering ..ES.::::;;,::!1.D !::..L Bitumen from Alberta Oil Sands", at the 5th American Water Jet Conference held August 29-31, 1989 at Toronto. The paper was co-authored by Mr. K. Redford and Dr. V. R. Puttagunta of the Chemical Engineering Department. Dr. V. R. Puttagunta, Professor of Chemical Engineering, Dr. Birbal Singh, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Mrs. E. Cooper published a paper entitled"A Generalized Viscosity Correlation for Alberta Heavy Oils and Bitumens", in Heavy Crudes and Tar Sands - In Situ Recovery, Vol 4, edited by Richard F. Meyer of the U.S. Geological Survey, and E.J. Wiggins of AOSTRA, August 1989. Drs. Harun Rasid and Brian Phillips, Associate Professors of Geography have recently published the following: Rasid, H. and Phillips, B.A.M. (1989) "Effects of fluctuating levels of Lake Superior on morphological adjustments in the Neebing-Mclntyre flood way, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, Regulated Rivers, Volume 3, 16 pages (in press). Dr. P. D. Watts, Director, Centre for Northern Studies has published the following: Malley, D.F., and Watts, P.O. 1989. A scientific silence. Policy Options 10: 34-36: Watts, P.O., 1988. Sightings of the bowhead whale off the coast of Manitoba. Can. Field. Nat. 102:538-539; Watts, P.O., 1989. Whole body thermal conductance in denning ursids. J. Thermal Biol. 14:67-70; Watts, P.O., and L.C. Cuyler, 1988. Metabolism of the black bear undersimulated denning conditions. Acta Phys. Scad. 134:149152; Watts, P.O. and B.A. Draper, 1988. Beluga whale ecology - A concern of freshwater biologists? Freshwater Biol. 20:211-213; Watts, P.O. and C. Jonke!, 1988. Energetic cost of dormancy in the grizzly bear. J. Wildl. Manage. 52:654656; Watts, P.O. and P.S. Ratson, 1989. Page 8 Tour operator avoidance of situations requiring polar bear deterrence. BearPeople Conflicts - Proc. of Symp. on Management Strategies. Northwest Territories Dept. of Renew. Res. pp 189193. Dr. Frederick M. Holmes, Department of English, has published "John Fowles's Variation on Angus Wilson's Variation on E.M. Forster: The Cloud,' 'Et Donna Ferentes', and 'The Story of a Panic." Ariel 20.3 (1989): 39-52. Dr. Jim Smithers of the School of Outdoor Recreation, presented an invited paper to the 1989 Interpretation Canada Conference in St. John's Newfoundland on September 19, 1989. The paper analyzed the various forces such as sponsor requirements, community expectations and authenticity concerns which impact on the design and delivery of historical re-enactments. Dr. Smithers was also presented the Dorothy Walters' Leadership Award by the Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario at the Annual Meeting of the Council in Collingwood, Ontario on October 1, 1989. This annual award is presented for outstanding leadership achievement in the Outdoor Education profession in Ontario. Dr. Jim Angus of the School of Education has a paper entitled "How the Dokis Indians Protected Their Timber" published in the September issue of Ontario History. The paper, demonstrates how a small band of 19th century Indians on the French River resisted attempts by lumber companies and the Department of Indian Affairs to purchase rights to cut their timber for almost 30 years. When the Indians, then numbering 61 souls, finally released their timber for sale in 1908 they netted $1.1 Million in bonuses and timber dues.This paper is a Chapter in a forthcoming book, A Deo Victoria: The Story of the Georgian Bay Lumber Company 1871 - 1942, to be published by Severn Publications Limited this winter.Dr. Angus has received financial assistance from the Ontario Heritage Foundation to assist with publication costs. The book will be designated No. 2 in the Heritage Foundation's Local History Series. The grant from the Heritage Foundation is the second grant for a second history published by Dr. angus in the last two years. In 1988 Dr. Angus was awarded a grant of $8,300 by the Social Science Federation of Canada to assist with the publication of his seminal history of the Trent-Severn Waterway, A Respectable Ditch, published by McGill-Queen's University Press. The Role of Circumpolar Universities in Northern Development: ...)• N ovemb er 24-26th International interest in the conference continues to grow. Confirmation of participation has been received from the circumpolar universities of Iceland and Greenland, from Umea and Lulea in Sweden, Oulu and Lapland in Finland, Tyumen in the USSR and from Alaska and the Duluth campus of the university of Minnesota. In addition participation is expected from academic colleagues at the universities of Uppsala (Sweden); Yakutsk (USSR); the Arctic Centre (Finland); the Institute of Economics, Copenhagen (Denmark); Ben Gurion University (Israel) and Baylor, Texas (USA). Participation has also been confirmed by the governments of Finland and the USSR. Similarly, most Canadian circumpolar institutions have now indicated their intention to participate. Interest in the conference theme, and in the multi-disciplinary nature of its discussions, is widespread and attendance is expected quite literally from coast to coast, from Memorial University in Newfoundland, to the University of Victoria in British ·1 Columbia. ...J/-' Deadline for receipt of conference registrations is Friday, November 3rd. For further information please contact Jean Engholm, Conference Coordinator, at 343-8377. Big cake, big heart ... that describes the anniversary cake and Lorraine Harris on the occasion of the 1st Birthday Party for Lakehead's Silver Jubilee. A hungry crawd shared coffee and cake and enjoyed the entertainment. The first President of Lakehead University, Bill Tamblyn, and Chllncellor Weiler assisted our hostess. Join us for the next party October 25. AGORA - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - October 1989 �Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Interim Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza ( WORKSHOP NEWS I wish to thank all those individuals who have participated in our various workshops. Our guest speakers Dr. Alan Frosst (NSERC) and Gordon Stokell (URIF) are to be commended for providing the Lakehead University community with invaluable information and advice regarding research and grantsmanship. For those faculty members that could not attend the Alan Frosst workshop on "Grantsmanship", the session has been recorded on tape. The corresponding information package is also available and can be picked up at the Research Office. All faculty submitting applications to NSERC or SSHRC are encouraged to make use of these resources. NEWS FROM SSHRC Reorientation of Strategic Programs We recently received news from SSHRC regarding the restructuring of its strategic programs, with a view to intensifying public and private sector collaboration with the academic community and to making strategic research more responsive to the key issues facing Canada today. The most important changes involve the establishment of a Joint Initiatives Program, and the launching of a new strategic theme in Applied Ethics. Joint Initiatives Joint initiatives is an exploratory program which will be implemented during the current fiscal year. The major objective is to encourage partnerships between the public, private, and university sectors for development of multidisciplinary approaches to the study of national issues. The program also aims to promote communication between researchers and users of research and to ensure efficient transfer r ,f new knowledge to potential users. , fhe Council has allocated a budget of $900,000 to this exploratory program and discussions arc underway with several potential partners. October 1989 New theme on Applied Ethics A new strategic theme on Applied Ethics will be created to promote research in this area of vital and p ressing need. With the rapid introduction of new medical technology, and the proliferation of chemical wastes and its dramatic consequences for the environment, it is urgent to address the ethical questions confronting society and to coordinate research efforts, particular! y in the areas of medical, business, and environmental ethics. GRANTS AWARDED Dr. Connie Nelson (Social Work) has been awarded a SSHRC Strategic Research Grant under the theme: Managing the Organization in Canada. The study to be undertaken by Dr. Nelson is entitled "Empowerment, Accountability and Ecology: The Need for an Innovative Approach to Management in Human Sector Organizations. The objective of this research project is to address the question of what is an appropriate management model in the human service sector, given the current emphasis on consumer empowerment, organizational accountability and the ecological-systemic approach to problem solving. Dr. Robert Sweet (Education) has been awarded a SSHRC Strategic Research Grant under the theme: Education and Work in a Changing Society. The L.-___;,__..c.=..-===--==::..i research study is entitled "Computer Conferencing and Continuing Professional Education." The purpose of the proposed study is to further elaborate current definitions of cooperative professional developmentwhich emphasize learner control and collegial learning - to include distance education concepts. The use of computer conferencing is proposed as a learning environment uniquely suited to requirements of personal autonomy as well as cooperative exchanges and participation in group learning activities. Cynthia H. Loos (Nursing) and Dr. Alan D. Bowd (Education) have been awarded a SSHRC Strategic Research Grant under the theme: The Family and the Socialization of Children. The research study is entitled"Alzheimer's Disease and Associated Cognitive Impairments: A Family Affair." The purpose of the study is to provide information bearing directly upon the care and community support of persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related cognitive impairments. It is equally directed toward the development of an instrument to determine the dynamics of caregiving. CONTRACTS AWARDED Mr.Ken Hartviksen (Business) has been awarded a contract by Thunder Bay Ventures to create a model for a local Investment/Trust L==:...=~~~~:..__Jfund. The model is to be based on the Northeastern Minnesota structure. This project is targeted for completion by September 30th. Mr. Brad Rush (Centre for Entrepreneurship), Dr. B. Daclgostar (Business), Mr. R.M. lsotalo and Anne Fiorenza (Research) have been awarded a contract by Thunder Bay Ventures to conduct a research study into local export potential. The purpose of the study is to find out why some companies with high potential for exporting are not doing so, what factors are contributing to successful exporting by others, and what can Thunder Bay Ventures do to encourage increased exporting activity by local businesses. The project will be completed by midNovember. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES Easter Seals The Easter Seal Research Institute supports Research and Development and Professional Training, concerned with the prevention, treatment and management of physical disabilities in chlJdren and young adults in the Province of Ontario. The following are descriptions of the grants offered and application deadlines. Summer Studentships $3000 One available in each Ontario University upon nomination by the Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences. Applicants must be enroled as full-time students. The deadline for this award is March 1, 1990. Doctoral Training Grants Grants are offered to ~versity graduates who are undertaking full-time training in research related to physically disabled young people. Training should AGORA - - - -- - - - - - - - - -- - Page 9 �ordinarily lead to a Ph.D. degree. Application deadlines are: October 15, 1989 and April 15, 1990. Post-Doctoral Fellowships Training grants are offered in the form of Fellowships to candidates holding an M.D. or Ph.D degree. Conditional upon satisfactory reports of progress, fellowships may be extended to two years. Application deadlines are October 15, 1989 and April 15, 1990. Canadian Federation of University Women The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) invites applications for the following fellowships: Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship - Master's degree or equivalent; study well advanced into doctoral program ($8000). Professional Fellowship - Bachelor's degree or equivalent; intention to pursue graduate work below the Ph.D. level ($4000). Beverley Jackson Fellowship - open to women over the age of 35 pursuing graduate work at an Ontario university. The CFUW also offers awards to assist women doing REFRESHER work, SPECIALIZED study or RETRAINING in new techniques applicable to their field. The qualifications required for these awards are a Bachelors degree or equivalent. The awards offered are: CFUW Memorial (1) for studies in science and technology ($1000). Alice E. Wilson (6) for candidates returning to study after a few years ($1000). Margaret Dale Philp (1) awarded by the Kitchener-Waterloo Club, for beginning or continuing studies leading to an advanced degree in the field of humanities or social sciences; special consideration is given to candidates in Canadian History, Canadian residency ($1000). Should any eligible individual be interested in any of the awards sponsored by the CFUW the application deadline is November 30, 1989. International Development Research Centre (IDRC) The IDRC has established Young Canadian Researchers Awards to contribute to the growth capacity in Canada that is responsive to Third World priorities by supporting Canadians to undertake field research of a professional placement in Latin America, Africa or Asia. The awards are open to Canadian graduate students registered at a Canadian university, at the doctoral level in the fields of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Sciences, Communications/Media, Health Sciences, Information Sciences, Social Sciences, Law, Energy, Environment, Earth and Engineering Sciences. The awards are also open to individuals at the master's level in the fields of Health Sciences, Information Sciences, Law, Communications/Media, Environment, Finance and Administration. Silver Jubilee Public Lectu,~e Series Jay Ingram ''Quirks and Quarks'' Educational Centre for Aging and Health (ECAH) ECAH invites applications from interested individuals for E.C.A.H. Educational Fellowships. The purpose of the fellowship will be to broaden the educational skills in Geriatrics/Gerontology of health care professionals in Ontario. The fellowship is intended for physicians, nurses, physiotherapy/ occupational therapy, social workers and other health professionals. Deadlines for applications are: October 1, January 1, April 1, July 1, 1989/90. CENTREFOR NORTHERN STUDIES Northern Training Program The primary purpose of the Northern Training Program is to encourage and support Canadian university students with an interest in northern work, by assisting them to gain northern professional experience and training, through the issuance of Northern Training funds. Priority is given to applications for support of graduate students in various disciplines, however senior undergraduate students entering their final year and intending to undertake an honours thesis based on northern fieldwork or research which will be continued in subsequent graduate study are also eligible. The deadline for submitting applications is December 8, 1989. Thank heavens for Pons and Feischmann. The cold fusion furor that erupted last March and carried on well into the summer, was greeted with enthusiasm by science journalists and the public and dismay by many scientists. This disparity of views reflects some of the problems involved in communicating science to the public, and raises the question, "Can Science EVER take a place alongside entertainment, business and politics as a regular feature in the media?" Tuesday October 17 7:30 p.m. University Centre Theatre UNITED WAY Give to the United Way - the Way to Help The Most One family in three needs the services provided each year. All funds raised in Thunder Bay stay here to serve the community. Page 10 - - - - -- - - - - -- - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - -- - -- October 1989 �Forum C By Dr. Don Carpenter Department of Social Work BEEN "COLDING" LATELY? Some time ago I attended a conference on new approaches to various problems dealt with by the human services professions. One of the workshops was on holistic medicine. Leading the workshop was a M.D. who was barely recognizable as such because of the highly unorthodox way he described his approach to practising medicine. As an example, when a man in the group who seemed to be increasingly sceptical about the good doctor's explanations of holistic medicine, asked him how he approached handling a routine case of head cold he replied in a way that must have been initially somewhat mystifying to his questioner. First, he said, there are no "routine" cases of head colds; they are all special cases unique to particular clients. Next, he didn't think of those who come for his professional services as "patients" but as clients. The role of patient, he explained, requires the person to be just that -patient, while the doctor - performs the treatment procedures deemed appropriate with ,he patient remaining essentially passive. He said he encourages his clients to be active in their treatment, whatever the problem. As far as the cold is concerned, he never thinks of a client as "having" a cold but instead, being in a process of "colding." Colding, he went on to explain, is a process not only involving the action of certain microorganisms in the person's system which produce the usual well-known symptoms and client complaints, but even more importantly, it involves the psychosocial and environmental context of the client's symptoms. This symptom-context consists of the person's current life situation including his\her home life, job, school and whatever areas of daily living the client is involved in. He further explained that what is usually referred to as a "medical condition" is actually an integral part of the client's total life situation at the time. He said that an illness and its symptoms can serve an important educative function and provide a personal growth opportunity for the client if recognized as such. It should not be viewed as something just brought about by a chance contact with a germ affecting only the person's body. If viewed diagnostically in this limited way, the physician will attain only partial understanding of his client's health problem and be unable to help him/her actually benefit from the iJlness, which as strange as it may sound, would be possible with a more holistic approach. Just handing the client a prescription accompanied by the usual advice about resting for a couple of days sends a message to the client that he/she has little if any personal responsibility for actively addressing the health problem. .,-The doctor said he often finds that the person who suffers ~nough discomfort with colds and sore throats to come for medical treatment is a person who may be chronically October 1989 overworked, frustrated or generally exposed to a variety of stressful situations. This person's illness serves the purpose of signalling the need to do something about his/her life situation. It was interesting to hear this doctor say that the worka-day result of his holistic medical perspective finds him easily spending twice as much time in health counselling and psychotherapy as in traditional medical procedures and prescription writing. This doctor's holistic approach to medi~e is an example of how the model for professional services is changing in keeping with the changing world paradigm. I've used the example of medicine only because it's the one with which we are most familiar. Many lawyers, psychiatrists and social workers, as well as doctors and other professionals, are beginning to take a different approach in serving their clients. In the traditional model the solution to the client's problem, whether it be medical, legal, social, psychological or whatever, is seen to be largely dependent on the professional practitioner's status as an "expert." This status implies that the professional possesses esoteric knowledge and skill that clients are not capable of sharing toward the end of self-help. In this model the client expects the practitioner to do something to him/her which will make everything all right. This expectation is reinforced for the client by the expert role behaviours demonstrated by traditional professional practitioners. In the newly developing model for professional services the client is viewed by the practitioner as a partner in the effort to solve the client's problem. A major goal of the practitioner is to empower the client with a part of his/her expert knowledge and skill on a selective basis. Medical clients are being educated about how to recognize and avoid conditions in their lives which make them susceptible to various injuries and illnesses and on how to safely provide self-care - sometimes as a supplement to medical treatment and sometimes as the sole form of care. The clients of social workers and psychiatrists are being taught problem-solving and stress management methods which they can use on their own subsequent to being seen for treatment. The new model involves shifting toward an emphasis on client education for self-help in partnership with the professional practitioner. It shifts away from the traditjonal reductionistic approach which has an almost exclusive focus on the expertise of the professional practitioner. The new model, while not negating the professional's expertise does view it as only one factor in the provision of human services. Would you like to go to a doctor who would treat you for "colding?" Or maybe you already do. • AGORA - - - - - - - - - - -- - -- - P age 11 �1),.,,,t Ji,,,t ~ Of't1t Y~14> ~.,.4 Campus Calendar FRIDAY, 20 To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the October Agora is October 15, 1989. OCTOBERFEST Main Cafeteria 5:00 p.m. -1 :00 a.m. FRIDAY, 20 - SUNDAY, 22 October Alumni Silver Jubilee Basketball Tournament 14 AGORA - 11 :30 a .m. - 1:30 p.m. LUSUMOVIES FORESTRY SEMINAR SERIES Speaker: Dr. Sten Nilsson, Professor, SILVER JUBILEE OPEN HOUSE '89 person living with AIDS Agora, 9:30 - 10:30 am Informal discussion about AIDS and the role of the media FREE CORNWALL CONCERT SILVER JUBILEE SYMPHONY SERIES Community Auditorium"Elmer Iseler Singers" with Dr. Elmer Iseler, Conductor, LU Vocal Ensemble, Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra Chorus and Iseler Singers to perform together. THURSDAY, 19 BIRTHDAY PARTY 2 Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Garpenberg Topic: "The Future of Forestry in Europe" Braun Building 1021 -1 :00 -2:20 pm Bring the entire family and spend the afternoon with us. Come and discover Lakehead University. AIDS AWARENESS WEEK Ann Medina will be accompanied by a Sylvie Proulx, classical guitar (Toronto) Cornwall School 12:30 pm - Recital Hall WEDNESDAY, 25 SATURDAY, 21 & SUNDAY, 22 SUNDAY, 22 TUESDAY, 17 Senate Meeting 9:30 a.m. L.U.S.U. Silver Jubilee , - - - - - - - - - - - - -- --, Burbs RB 1042 8 pm Students $2.00 Others $2.50 TUESDAY,24 Women's - 7:00 p.m., Men's 9:00 p.m. C.J. Sanders Field House SATURDAY, 14 & SUNDAY, 15 Three Fugitives SILVER JUBILEE PUBLIC LECTURE S ILVER JUBILEE CAREER FAIR ON CAMPUS "Welcome to Wellness" Lakehead University Info: 475-6484 NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES' WEEII october to 22 Speaker: Mr. Jay Ingram "Quirks and Quarks" Topic: "Can science EVER take a place alongside entertainment, business and politics as a regular feature in the media?" Ryan Building 1042 - 7:30 pm Speaker: Dr. George Merrill, Topic: "Patronage and the Politics 01....J Power, 1986-1600" Ryan Building 1022 - 7:30 pm CONFERENCE SATURDAY, 21 LUSU MOVIES MONDAY, 23 SILVER JUBILEE LECTURE SERIES Agorl\ Festivities begin Lakeside at 1 pm with a ceremonial voyageur arrival . . . . . . . Visit the mini circus Tiny trees and balloons for children Meet students, alumni, professors Prizes Tours - campus and laboratories Exhibits Canoe rides Focus on the helping professions Social Work Works Who is the health and safety officer at your house? $How much will you amount to? Teachers: Meeting the challenge of tomorrow, today Changing times in Nursing "Hands on" in the Library computer system ANDMUCHMORE! Don'tmissit. 1 - Spm The AGORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, __, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. It is published monthly (except August), and is distributed free of charge to the University's faculty and staff, local government, media, business and friends of the University. Credit is appreciated when material is reproduced or quoted. Director of External Relations: John Russell, Editor: Katherine Shedden Calendar: Flo Sherren Photography: Peter Puna Graphics: Ben Kaminski, Linda Siczkar, Debbie Tew Freelance Writers: Karen Skochinski, Karen Lewis, Denise Bruley, Dalton Cormier Printing: Rainbow Address correspondence to: Edi tor/ Agora Information Office SN1002 Lakehead University Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, l'7B 5E1 (807) 343-8631 or 343-8300 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Sponsored by the Thunder Bay Hungarian Friendship Orcle, School of Education and the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association Speaker. Dr. Attila Horvath, member of the Pedagogical Institute in Budapest Topic: "Current Political Issues in Budapest'' Thunder Bay Multicultural Associaton Bldg. at 17 North Court St. 7:45 p.m. celebrating our Silver Jubilee ., .. >- UJ\11 ~I'>\) ~ ~ ~ "< ~"1 < ...., ~ 0 0-, ~ <1' . ~ (i,~R- J\l'i>\-.; C: 'C 0 OJ 0 a.(.) a. ~ ::0 a- ~ ~~ ~ vi "O .. "O ·;;; a. a, Cl ~ vi~ <0 0 0 -• (.)a.a. Q) i · - Q) E (/) Q) (/) .... Cl! a. u a. ,.. -u:: u N (/) (/) (/) .... Cl! � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lakehead University Alumni Collection Description An account of the resource Material kept by the Lakehead University Alumni Association, or donated by Alumni to the Association. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1989-10 Agora Agora Magazine Alumni Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Canadian Pacific Lakehead Lakehead University President Rosehart https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/759b348a2c75a0a5d7e66398ffcc7b05.pdf beb276ccc0d9aae07f8f0b9dbc394554 PDF Text Text Inside: Alan Day named distinguished researcher .................................. 2 Robert Paterson takes the Chair.......................... 3 Women and Engineering A great combination ................ 5 Geology "Tops" ...................... 7 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 10 NOVEMBER 1990 Vice-President Weller Appointed President of Canada's Newest University Erior to October 1990, Geoff Weller had never been to Prince George, British Columbia. After accepting the position as the first President of Canada's newest university, the president-designate quickly established himself as a hands-on president by helping Board members get the truck unstuck from a mud hole while out looking at potential sites. Murray Sadler, a Prince George lawyer and Chairman of UNBC's interim governing council, said "in a sense Professor Weller has been a part of the development of the University of Northern B. C. from its earliest beginnings, although he didn't know it at the time". Lakehead was one of several small Canadian universities studied during the feasibility stage. Weller's research and publications about the role universities play in the social, cultural and economic development of northern communities became familiar to the members of the implementation planning group. According to the Honourable Bruce Strachan, MLA for Prince George, and Minister of Higher Education for British Columbia, "we saw in Lakehead University and Geoff Weller a lot of the answers to our questions. Lakehead was living proof that you don't have to be big to be good. I give credit to both Geoff and Bob (Rosehart) for their assistance." Began as Assistant Prof in 1971 Weller received his MA in Political Science from McMaster in 1967 and taught at Bishop's University prior to joining the Political Science Department in 1971 when the university was only six years old. He served as department chairman from 1981 to 1983 when he was appointed Dean of the Faculty of Arts and then first Vice-President (Academic) after a major administrative restructuring in 1985, Professor Weller has published extensively and is a recognized expert in the area of northern health policy. He was key in the formation of the Centre for Northern Studies at Lakehead University and setting up the Association of Circumpolar Universities which recently held its first conference in Thunder Bay. History of UNBC The presidential appointment and the development of the University of Northern British Columbia have an amazing number of ties to Lakehead University and Thunder Bay. UNBC is a constituted public university which started with a grassroots community-based organization lobbying for a university to serve the needs of people living in the North. Prince George is a city of 70,000 with climatic and geographic similarities to Thunder Bay. It is situated in a northern jurisdiction comparable in size and population (300,000) to norwestern Ontario. They have three pulp and paper mills, a massive railway yard and nearby mining operations. The site is about to be chosen, with the main campus in Prince George and branch operations in the major towns of Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace, Dawson, Fort St. John and Quesnel. Liked the model at LU Professor Weller noted that Lakehead was a model that was well-received by the implementation committee. They liked the mix of programs, research and graduate studies, native programs, and expertise in the area of continuing education and distance education. Weller's first task will be to develop a total academic plan for UNBC. The university will offer core arts and science, social sciences, humanities and professional programs, especially nursing, education, aboriginal studies and natural resources. "We'll be able to start up with a wide range of programs right away because three near-by colleges already have university transfer programs." The first students will arrive in the fall of '92 with classes offered in temporary structures. By the fall of '93 they expect to have the first permanent buildings in place. Mixed emotions Weller will leave Lakehead University "with mixed emotions. I've enjoyed my time here. I liked working with Bob Rosehart and a great many dedicated and hard-working colleagues. I expect to maintain very close ties with LU." �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart I had a brief opportunity to meet Richard Allen, the new Minister of Colleges and Universities, at t~e October meeting of the Council of Ontario Universities. I was encouraged about his vision of the future of our system, and I feel that many of the initiatives that Lakehead University has embarked on in recent years should be well supported by the new government. Minister Allen was a History professor at McMaster University before entering politics in 1982. The new Minister is to pay his first official visit to Lakehead University on Thursday, November 8, 1990. . Campus Update As you may have noticed, the~e is a considerable amount of construction activity on the campus. Brief highlights include: i) Cornwall School A purchase agreement has been finalized with the Lakehead Board of Education, and we now own Cornwall School. This was made possible by the Ministry converting our final two years of rent on the property to cover the purchase price. ii) Parking A challenge in September, but not quite as bad now that the expanded Lot 13 has been completed. Our Page2 parking needs are continuously being looked at, and you can probably expect to see more lot development in the near future. iii) Regional Education Centre/Student Centre Project is nicely taking shape and is reasonably close to schedule. iv) Health Sciences Centre A considerable amount of activity is presently underway on the site at the southwest comer of Beverley /Balmoral. This building, which will house N.O.M.P. and all our health linkage and health research projects, is expected to be completed by next summer. It will be approximately the same size as the Forest/Biology Research Centre and has, as you can see by the sketch below, very striking architecture. The building is being designed by the same firm that has won recent acclaim with the Bell Building. v) Townhouse Residence Addition Our townhouse residence format has worked out so well and our needs for additional residence space is so critical that we are close to embarking on a new project to add four additional town-house units. In total, a further 96 students would be accommodated by the proposed project. 1!"-final decision to proceed (or not) will be made within the next two weeks. If we proceed, the additional residence space would be available by September of 1991, and the proj~ct would be built near (or on) the rmk adjacent to the river and the existing residences. One significant advantage of this location is that it would open up a somewhat troublesome part of the bicycle path. Distinguished Researcher Award I am pleased to announce that Dr. Alan Day of the Department of Mathematical Sciences was recently awarded the 1990/91 Distinguished Researcher Award. The recommendation was made by the Senate Research Cammi ttee, and a small reception was held in honour of Professor Day. Colleague's comments: . Alan Day is a native of Northern Onta_no (Sault Ste. Marie and North Bay) whom 1971 was considered the top Ph.D grad in Canada. "Alan sets extreme! y high standards for himself and others and is a strong force in the development and ecouragement of research in Mathematics." A prolific publisher and longstanding grant recipient, Dr. Day exhibits a personal commitment to everything he does, whether writing reviews, editing, serving on the Canadian Mathematics Society Board or NSERC selection committee, or attracting distinguished researchers to visit the campus. A "computer freak" he uses the technology to develop programs and software to manipulate his finite structures. In his area of Algebra, especially lattice theory, he is widely quoted, with one set of results named "Day's Theorem". AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1990 November �Around Campus Robert Paterson Becomes Board Chair The third generation of the Paterson family continues its commitment to Lakehead University. Senator N. M. Paterson served ~=:..__----===--===;;,.Jas Lakehead University's first Chancellor, John Paterson served on the Board of Governors in many capacities and was heavily involved in fund-raising for Lakehead University, and now, Robert Paterson becomes the twelfth Chairman of the Board of Governors in the history of Lakehead University. China Exchange Faculty who would be interested in spending up to three months of 1991/92 in the Nanjing area of China, please contact my office. Eastern Europe A small group of faculty have followed up the recent visit of a senior Hungarian academic to Lakehead University and are in the process of exploring opportunities for Lakehead University in Eastern Europe. One initial aspect of this initiative may involve a study tour of one or two countries in the spring of 1991. Professors Alexander, Kondor and Sarbadhikari have been involved to date. If you are interested in becoming involved, please let me know. Forestry Student Awarded For Report Ian McCallum, a fourth year Forestry student at Lakehead University, has been awarded the "Wajax Fire Control Technical Report Award" by Wajax Limited, for his report ''The use of Thermal Infrared Sensors by the Ministry of Natural Resources for Forest Fire Suppression". Wajax Limited is a major producer of forest fire fighting equipment. Ian McCallum is originally from Burlington, Ontario and has attended Lakehead University since 1987. McCallum is completing his thesis with Geographical Information Systems at LU's Centre for the Application of Resources Information Systems (CARIS). John Zanatta Memorial Alumni Games The inaugural John Zanatta Memorial Alumni Tournament was held at the university fieldhouse on October 20. The games drew a capacity crowd and proceeds from the evening and from future alumni games will be donated to the John Zanatta Memorial Scholarhip Fund. In an emotional centre court presentation, John Zanatta's basketball jersey was presented by President Rosehart, Director of Physical Education and Athletics, Norm Lavoie, LU basketball coach Lou Pero and team captain Jeff Byerly, to Zanatta's wife Mirella, daughter Lindsay, son Andrew and brother David. Zanatta was a former basketball player and coach and is third on the school's career scoring list. Both 1990/91 Nor'Wester teams were victorious over the Alumni teams (men 95-90, women 85-59). Top male scorer was sharp-shooter and Alumni team member, David Zanatta, with 30 points and top female scorer, Alumni team member, Julia Scott, with 15 points. Public Radio WGGL, part of the Minnesota Public Radio network, serves six states south of the border. The Thunder Bay area receives WGGL on the FM band at 91.1, and it is also on the cable. WGGL offers fine music programming, news and information 24 hours per day. The MPR network broadcasts some Canadian news, features "As It Happens", and will record the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, probably in February, for broadcast to their network. The network is dependent on public subscription for its support, and runs two "membership weeks" each year. The next is Nov. 13-20, and full details will be on-air at that time. Tune in, give it a try and, if you can, join and receive the "Minnesota Monthly" magazine and radio schedule. Thunder Bay listeners can call the membership numbers collect, but the 1-800 number does not operate here. The station number is 906-482-8912. Microcomputer Laboratory Opens The new microcomputer classroom (BB1049) was officially opened on October 17. The laboratory is specifically designed to deliver more courses with each student sitting at his or her own computer for every lecture of the course. The largest user of the new facility will be the School of Business. Mathematical Sciences will use the facility as well to aid the university's goal of ensuring all students leave the institution with some background in computers. Due to the co-operation of a number of university departments, businesses and individuals, including the university bookstore, and IBM, the idea for the "electronic classroom" became a reality. The laboratory is equipped with 21 IBM PS/2 55SX (386SX) computers with high resolution colour monitors. Computer Services hopes to eventually equip another classroom, centrally located, with enough microcomputers to allow one computer per student and would be available to every department for teaching sessions. NEXT MONTH: "SHARE OUR NORTHERN VISION" CAMPAIGN Dr. Bill Eames, Math Department, and Michelle Colquhoun and Darlene Yahn of Computer Services, test out one of 21 new microcomputers in the "electronic classroom". November 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �New Faces Yuji Moriyasu is a visiting professor from the University of Shizuoka, Japan, and is working with Dr. Lada Malek in Biology. Moriyasu became aware of Dr. Malek' s research through scientific papers the professor had written and discovered they shared a similar interest in plant physiology. Moriyasu's position at the Japanese university allows him the freedom to frequently do research abroad and the opportunity to work with Dr. Malek at Lakehead University. Although his research has taken him to large universities like Cornell in Ithaca, New York, Moriyasu prefers a smaller university campus. "I like this homey, comfortable environment". Moriyasu enjoys listening to classical music and plans to soon attend a Thunder Bay Symphony concert at the Auditorium. Recent graduate Scott Connell has joined the Chemical Engineering department as an Engineering Technologist. Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Connell moved to Thunder Bay to attend Lakehead University. He has since married and has two children, the seco:1d edition, a daughter, born only f·.ree weeks ago. Away from work, Connell keeps in shape by practicing Martial Arts and devotes most of his spare time to his children. '-----------'Connell also enjoys fishing and likes to read Stephen King novels. He says "now that I have the million dollar family (one son and one daughter), I would probably like to have the actual million dollar part of it". I_ Diana Abraham Diana Abraham is a new technician in the Biology Department. '----~~~~~~-~~;!!!~~~------'' '--------------------' She comes to LU after working ~ Dr. Harshad Rajyaguru recently r..;..;.;;_;;::;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;-, joined the Social Work Department as associate professor. Rajyaguru earned both his Masters and PhD degrees in Social Work from the University of Baroda, India. He received a second M.S.W. degree at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor). Rajyaguru spent 10 years as an associate professor at the University of Baroda and 8 years in professional practice at New York University Medical Centre and Bellevue Hospital Centre, N.Y. ''When I came to Thunder Bay for an interview, the people were friendly and made me feel welcome. I knew that this was the place where I could settle". Rajyaguru spent one year as a social worker at the Lakehead Psychiatric Hospital before coming to LU. Rajyaguru's leisure pursuits include volleyball and table tennis, reading philosophy books and listening to classical music. with the local branch of the Ministry of Natural Resources. Abraham received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Queen's University and her Masters in Zoology from Western . Since 1982 she has lived in a number of small Northern communities, including Moosonee and Cochrane. "Coming from Southern '-----------'Ontario, we have certainly come to appreciate the lifestyle of Northwestern Ontario". Diana's husband, Ken, is also linked with the LU community. He is a research scientist in the new Northern Forestry /Biology Building. For the past year the Abrahams have devoted most of their spare time to renovating an old house on the south side of the city. Abraham's other hobbies include horseback riding, reading historical novels and cross-country skiing. Silver Jubilee was a big hit on the streets of Ottawa on the Thanksgiving week-end. The vehicle was on display at the Canadian Museum of Civilization and then participated in a demonstration run through dty streets of Hull and Ottawa concluding the 1990 Fall Rhapsody Festival. Heather Nugent, driver, and Frank Schauble, kneeling, were photographed by their faculty advisor Dr. Seimer H. L. Tsang. Page4 AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1990 November �People, Papers/Publications Special Projects/Awards Dr. Robert S. Dilley, Chairman of the Depart~~~~ ment of Geography, pub.....__O lished two papers: r= • "Wordsworth and Lake District Tourism: A Commentary'', in The Canadian Geographer 34, 1990: 155158 and "Human response to coastal erosion: Thunder 1 Bay, Lake Superior" (with Dr. H. Rasid), in Journal of =5i~],=~;? Coastal Research 6, 1990: 779-788. He also presented two papers at conferences: ''Wheels across the border: tourist travel from Thunder Bay to Duluth" (with K. R. Hartviksen), at the Annual Meeting of the Association of American Geographers, Toronto; and ''Tourist behaviour and the small hotel: a case study'', at the Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Geographers, Edmonton. Dr. Dilley chaired sessions at the Association of American Geographers Meeting in Toronto (on ''The geography of sport: challenges and opportunities"); and at the Canadian Association of Geographers Meeting in Edmonton (on "Tourism and recreation: access and information"). Dr. Dilley was a member of the Program Committee for the Annual Meeting of Association of American Geographers, Toronto. Dr. Frede1kk M. Holmes, Department of English, has published ''The Reader as Discoverer in David Lodge's Small World."Critique: Studies in contemporary Fiction 32.l (Fall 1990): 47 57. Professor Patricia Vervoort, Department of Visual Arts, recently published a chapter, "Reinforcing the Image: Ensor's Use of Signs in Works Between 1886-1896," in a book entitled Verbal/ Visual Crossings 1880-1980, edited by Theo D'haen of the University of Leiden, the Netherlands. The volume was published simultaneously in Amsterdam by Rodopi and Antwerp by Restant. Two recent papers include "Changing Concepts of Progress in Thunder Bay's Urban Development: The Waterfront, Downtowns and the Role of Heritage" presented at the Fourth Biennial Conference of the Midwest Association for Canadian Studies in Lexington, Kentucky, October 11-13, and ''This is Not a Facade: Contradictions of Style and Function in a New Ontario Government Building" at the Universities Art Association of Canada annual meeting in Montreal, r;:::;;r;==--=-...- October 25-27, 1990. Dr. W. H. Carmean, Professor Emeritus, School of Forestry has published "Site quality evaluation for forest land in north central Ontario". Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Workshop Proceedings ''Tools For Site Specific Silviculture in Northwestern Ontario" (in Press). The article summarizes the research results of his past and present graduate students in the field of forest site quality evaluation. The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources has just awarded Dr. Carmean an $18,500 grant to be used for preparing a "Site Quality Evaluation Manual". This manual will be an illustrated publication containing detailed research results of past and present graduate students. Dr. Carmean will visit Brno, Czechoslovakia from October 15 to November 19 where he will be giving a series of invited lectures on forest soils and forest site quality evaluation to the Faculty of Forestry of the Brno University of Agriculture. Dr. Carmean's daughter, Kelli Carmean, has just finished the requirements for a Ph.D. degree in Archeology from the University of Pittsburgh. The title of her thesis is ''The Ancient Households of Sayil: A Study of Wealth in Terminal Classic Maya Society". Kelli obtained data from about 8 months of excavations in the Yucatan of Mexico where a very high level of civilization suddenly collapsed prior to the arrival of the Spaniards in Central America. Dr. Thomas M. K. Song, Professor of the School of Physical Education and Athletics and Coordinator of Human Performance Laboratory, presented a paper entitled "Blood plasma lactate values using different analyzer" at the Annual Meeting of the Canadian Association of Sport Sciences, Minaki, Ontario, September 27-30, 1990. The study was in collaboration with graduate students (D. Allan, M. Belcamino, J. Burke, B. Guthrie) and Dr. B. Thayer. Call For Papers On Graduate Thesis And Research Projects for the Second Annual Graduate Student Conference sponsored by Lakehead University Graduate Student Association and the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, March 15, 1990. For further information, contact Maria Farno, Dept. of Psychology, at 8441, or Kris De Lorey, Office of Research and Graduate Studies, at 8785. Please submit an abstract of 300 words or less by January 7, 1991 to: Kris De Lorey. Notification of acceptance of papers will be given by February 1, 1991. Dr. Iain Allison, on sabbatical leave from the University of Glasgow, is in the Geology Department as a visiting scientist under the auspices of the Royal Society (U.K.) and NSERC. THE PRESIDENT ANNOUNCES FACULTY MERIT AWARDS FOR 1989/90: ARTS AND SCIENCE Dr. J. Stewart, Anthropology, research and service to his Department; Dr. G. Ozburn, Biology, service to his Department and University, Research; Prof. G. D. Martin, Chemistry, teaching, service to his Department; Prof. R. S. Dilley, Geography, research, service to University; Dr. D. Kemp, Geography, research and publication; Dr. M. Kehlenbeck, Geology, teaching, service to his Department and Faculty; Dr. S. Kissin, Geology, research, service to his Department; Dr. W.R. Morrison, History, research; Dr. C. F. Kent, Mathematical Sciences, service to his Department and University, research; Dr. M. Hawton, Physics, research, service to the Department; Dr. S. Goldstein, Psychology, research, teaching and service to the Department. PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Dr. A. Bauer, Physical Education and Athletics, research and service to the University; Dr. L. Garred, Engineering, research, teaching and service to the University; Prof. D. Roddy, Engineering, Administration and teaching; Dr. A. Sedov, Engineering, research, teaching and service to the University; Prof. R. J. Day, Forestry, research and service to the profession of Forestry; Dr. R. Farmer, Forestry, research and service to the University; Prof. D. Alexander, Business Administration, teaching; Dr. L. Kortweg, Education, teaching; Prof. D. Bates, Education, service to the University. APPOINTMENT Professor Pat Vervoort has been appointed Chairperson of the Department of Visual Arts for a 3-year term effective July 1, 1990. November 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 5 �Frieze message simple: The Engineering Profession Needs Women She knows her stuff, has a no-nonsense approach and delivers a clear, concise message. However, Dr. Monique Frieze, first Chair of Women in Engineering, funded by Northern Telecom and NSERC, still has a host of problems. They fall into two main categories: a lousy public perception about engineers and what they are and lack of the right environment which encourages females to think about engineering as a career. "To the general public, engineers often appear to be warmongers, damagers of the environment, academic "nerds" or people who do "dirty work" says fellow engineer Eleanor Baum. But Frieze argues there's never been a better time to be a woman engineer and began her workshop at Lakehead by attacking the prevailing myths. Myth #1: Engineering is a man's field. "Rubbish!" she retorts. "It's a field. And a good one. Engineers are in big demand and make very good money (most start at $30,000)." Frieze told stories about food production engineers, engineering discoveries related to deinking newspaper, and her own research with "zapping problems" in hospital operating rooms. "And where would the world be without pacemakers?" she asked. "None of these problems or solutions is gender related." Myth #2: Engineers wear hard hats and build bridges and roads. Frieze, an electrical engineer with nearly 25 years experience, argues that many engineers are in their offices or travelling. Engineers work with people, they solve problems, make decisions and communicate their ideas. She challenged the media and professional engineers to deliver the message that engineers are trained problem solvers who can make life better for everyone. Myth #3: Brains and feminity are incompatible. Frieze tells a story about the woman at Manchester University in the 19th century said to have died of "over-education". The message must not have made it to Bulgaria where 50% of the engineers are women. Myth #4: You need outstanding marks to get into engineering and succeed." A 70 average can also make it" she replies. By the year 2,000, this country will be short 3u,000 engineers. The answer may be a simple math solution. Europe will need all the engineers it can produce as countries go through economic transitions. Technological advances arc reducing traditionally female occupations. We will need tr, recruit from the female population. Despite increases in the number of female engineering students, women still account for only one in eight full-time students in engineering and applied sciences in Canada, according to recent statistics compiled by AUCC. At Lakehead, there are no female faculty in engineering and only 6% of the engineering students are female. Frieze heads two groups investigating what can be done. The establishment of the Chair was a great beginning and Frieze will share her findings and recommendations as she tours Canada. The 19-member Canadian Committee on Women in Engineering, which includes representatives from industry, government and universities, will undoubtedly recommend public information campaigns, better student recruitment materials, specific recruitment goals, increased support for undergraduate research by female students, more money from government and industry for graduate students, more scholarships, and more role models at all levels of education. Another Book For Petrone: Investigation of Native Literature In Canada Professor Emeritus of Lakehead University and honorary chief of the Gull Bay Ojibwe, Penny Petrone, launched her third book, "Native Literature in Canada: From the Oral Tradition to the Present", on October 2, 1990. It is the first critical study of the literature of Canada's natives. Focusing on the work of Indians and Metis and beginning with an examination of the oral tradition from which their literature grew, and which continues today, it provides a critical analysis both of works generically classified as literature and of writings and speeches - often expressing protest and alienation -that deserves attention for their eloquence and content. It is impossible to discuss these works without conveying more than three centuries of political and social concerns. Orations, sermons, speeches, petitions, letters, diaries, autobiographies, historical and travel writings, and journalism are considered, as well as short stories, novels, poetry, drama, myths and essays. The Indian sensiblity and imagination -reflected in modes of literary expression, figurative language and symbols, spiritual and religious concepts, the visionary elements- are seen to have given birth to a rich literature and a unique aesthetic that are evident in the many quotations. Ranging from the seventeenth century to the recent publications of Maria Campbell, Beatrice Culleton, Lakehead UniPages versity graduate Ruby Slipperjack, Basil H. Johnston, Daniel David Moses, Tomson Highway, and Thomas King (among many others), this is an illuminating and timely survey that will greatly interest, and inform, natives and non-natives alike. Petrone is also the author of First People, First Voices and Northern Voices: Inuit Writing in English. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1990 November �Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza I have recently returned to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, after a 6 month secondment with the Research Support and International Activities Branch of the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in Toronto. These small, but active units of the provincial government are responsible for a number of post-secondary activities. The Research Support Unit is a driving force in setting science and technology policy as it relates to Ontario Universities. This unit also administers the University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) program, the Ontario Centres of Excellence Program and the Ontario Centres of Entrepreneurship program. The International Activities unit has been an instrumental force in fostering a relationship between Ontario and the Four Technology Centres of Europe, namely Baden-Wurttemberg (Germany), Rhone-Alpes (France), Catalunya (Spain) and Lombardia (Italy). During the "INTERREGION 90" meeting held in Toronto in June, the area of Advanced Education, Training and Research Initiatives were discussed and the regions agreed: 1) to work together to establish a new international business program; 2) to further educate and train students for the global market challenges of the next century by developing student exchange programs for credit; 3) to strengthen linkages between institutions through faculty exchanges and joint research activities and 4) to build networks between researchers in universities and industry in various sectors. The International Unit is also developing a database documenting all international activities at Ontario universities; once completed, universities will have access to its information. My secondment with the Ministry has been mutually beneficial in the following ways: 1) the provincial government gained a new small university perspective. My experiences in the Office of Research at Lakehead have made me sensitive to the issues facing small universities in the research arena; I was given ample opportunities within my capacity at the Ministry to express these viewpoints, and 2) I bring back to Lakehead University, not only the experience I have gained by working with the URIF program, but an understanding of government at the provincial level. If my experience and/ or contacts at the Ministry can be of any assistance to you, please let me know. Now that the majority of research deadlines are past us (I am sure many of you are relieved), I would like to commend all researchers who applied in this year's research competitions for their outstanding efforts. I would also like to thank Connie Hartviksen, for the excellent manner in which she handled the many responsibilities of this office. Knowing I would leave the office in such capable hands, sure made my leaving much easier. Just a few points for you to remember: For all research involving human subjects or animal experimentation, approval of the Ethics Advisory Committee must be ob- tained. For SSHRC Confirmation of Ethical Clearance must be received by February 1, 1991 or your application will be disqualified. I would also like to ask you for your assistance in maintaining our research activities database as up-to-date and accurate as possible. If you have not forwarded a copy of your research grant application to us, could you please do so as soon as possible. For new faculty, or faculty interested in exploring new research avenues, please feel free to stop by the Office of Research. Lakehead Department of Geology "amongst the best" in Canada A recent research report published in Geoscience Canada, Volume 1, number 2, provides considerable information on the relative academic standing of Canadian Geology Departments. Particular emphasis is placed on research funding and the Science Citation Index (SCI). The SCI, published by the American Institute for Scientific Information in Philadelphia, records the number of times each scientific author is cited that year in other scientific periodicals. This is considered to be an objective measure of the relevance and value of each author's scientific contributions. Geoscience Canada lists the average SCI for each Canadian Geology Department. Lakehead Geology Faculty have an SCI of 18.57, fourth in Canada of 34 Geology Departments. The average for all Canadian Geology departments is 13.40. Lakehead University is the only "small" University in the top half of the list. Moreover, two of Lakehead's Geology Faculty are amongst the top ten recipients of NSERC operating funds. • LU Forestry Researcher Awarded Chilean Contract Dr. Robert J. Day, School of Forestry, has been awarded a contract by two Chilean forestry companies Foresta! Anchile Ltda of Osorno and Foresta! Angol of Los Angeles. These companies are growers of Euco-pulp for export to Pacific-Rim processors and are expanding their Tasmanian Blue Gum plantations for this purpose. This research will be the key to development of container nurseries in Chile that wish to use Canadian nursery technology for Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus Labill.) seedling stock production. This project is an example of how Lakehead University research expertise can reach out beyond the Canadian border to contribute to the advancement of knowledge internationally. Research Opportunities Ministry of Transportation Coordinator of Highway Safety Research Grant Program The Ontario Ministry of Transportation recognizes that the safety of road users is a significant transportation and health issue. This is particularly true when one considers the resulting deaths, injuries and disabilities caused by automobile accidents on our highways. For this reason, one of the important areas of research to be developed in our society is highway safety. Results of this research may be expected to aid in understanding the causes, correlations, and consequences of traffic collisions, and point to ways of reducing the losses associated with them. The purpose of this grant program is to encourage basic and applied research on the behavioral, economic, and social aspects of highway safety, from educational activities to theoretical problems of traffic accident analysis. Another purpose of the grant program is to encourage research scientists to transfer their knowledge and skills from a related discipline to highway safety. The research grant program is designed to supplement the expertise at the Ministry of Transportation with that available in the academic community. November 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 7 �Applications for research on aspects of highway and vehicle engineering are to be made to other granting agencies, such as NSERC. The program will support both research projects and feasibility studies. The maximum value of the award is $100,000 and may be funded for a maximum of two years. Feasibility studies will be funded for a maximum of one year. The deadline forreceipt of applications is January 31, 1991. Ethical approval must be submitted by March 1, 1991. Geoscience projects which will complement the seismic programs and contribute in a significant way to the scientific objectives of the following transects: Lithoprobe east, AbitibiGrenville, Trans-Hudson Orogen, Alberta Basement and Eastern Canadian Shield Onshore-Offshore. University researchers eligible for NSERC grants are also eligible for LITHOPROBE support. Applicants can hold LITHOPROBE awards for research projects of 1 to 2 year duration. Applications must be submitted by December 21, 1990. Forestry Canada/NSERC Research Partnership Program The Ruth Wynn Woodward Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Women's Studies The Forestry Canada/NSERC Research Partnership Program enters its second year in 1991-92. This program supports the federal government's objective of encouraging industry to participate in the funding of research. Forestry Canada and NSERC will each match industry's cash contribution under a Research Partnership agreement. This creates, in effect, a double matching fund that has the potential of tripling the funds available to universities. The main purpose of the program will be the support of graduate students and post-doctoral fellows working in disciplines and on projects consistent with the priority research needs of Canada's forests. Preference will be given to proposals in which a high proportion of the funds will be used for stipends for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The minimum amount for these stipends shall be 75% of Forestry Canada and NSERC monies (may be exceptions). Forestry Canada's science and technology priorities are focused on the following: Forest Management Systems, Forest Product Development, Biotechnology, Improved Pest Management Techniques, and Atmospheric Change. Environmental impact studies related to forestry are also becoming an important research priority. Projects may be for terms of up to three years. Canadian faculties of forestry and other faculties that encompass forestry-related research are eligible to apply. Proposals for multi-disciplinary projects and for projects employing more than one graduate student are strongly encouraged, as are cooperative projects between faculties in the same or different universities. The maximum grant from Forestry Canada and NSERC is $50,000 per year each or a total project budget of $150,000 per year, when the industrial contribution is taken into account. Only cash contributions will be matched through the program, but "in kind" contributions are encouraged as additional support. For 1991-92 grants, the deadline for receipt of applications is December 1, 1990. LITHOPROBE: Phase III Calls for Applications 1991-92 Lithoprobe is the largest earth science project ever undertaken in Canada. Funded principally by NSERC and GSC, LITHOPROBE integrates modern geophysical, geological and geochemical concepts and technology to extend knowledge of the lithosphere, in various key areas in Canada, into the third dimension- depth. Earth scientists from all three sectorsuniversity, industry and government are working together to ensure its success. As LITHOPROBE Phase II has been completed, another 5-year program was proposed, Phase III. Following peer review of the LITHOPROBE Phase III proposal, NSERC has awarded LITHOPROBE a grant of $4.5 million per year for fiscal 199093 (an increase of 45% from the phase II budget) and GSC $1.8 million per year. For 1991-92, approximately $950,000 of this operating budget will be available for university supporting Pages The Women's Studies program of Simon Fraser University and the Ruth Wynn Woodward Chair in Women's Studies will be offering a one year post-doctoral fellowships equal to $24,648 plus a research allowance of $5,000 (1990 values). Four fellowships will be offered; the first two will begin their twelve month tenure in September 1991 and the other two will begin in September 1992. Successful candidates will be expected to teach one one-semester course in the Women's Studies program during the tenure of the fellowship, but they are otherwise to engage in full-time post-doctoral research. Applicants must be either Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. They must have earned a doctoral degree or equivalent from a recognized university within three years prior to the competition deadline or will have completed all requirements for the conferral of the degree before the fellowship period. University professors holding tenure-line appointments are not eligible and candidates presently employed at a university must submit confirmation. The doctoral degree or equivalent may be in any area of the arts, humanities, social sciences, or applied sciences. Applicants must submit a detailed proposal for work that is related to women's issues. Applications must be received by the Coordinator of Women's Studies at Simon Fraser University by January 15, 1991 for fellowships to be tenure beginning September 1991 and January 15, 1992 for fellowships to be tenured beginning September 1992. Educational Centre For Aging And Health Educational Fellowships/Bursaries 1990-91 The Educational Centre for Aging and Health (ECAH) is pleased to invite applications from interested individuals for both the ECAH Educational Fellowship and Bursary programmes. The Fellowship/Bursary is intended for health professionals and social science graduates. The purpose of the Fellowship/Bursary is to broaden the educational skills in Geriatrics/Gerontology of health professionals in Ontario . Fellows/Bursars should be involved in curriculum change or course development. Fellowship/Bursaries will provide support for health professionals to become leaders in geriatrics/gerontology education.Length of the Fellowship/Bursary can vary from a minimum of 1 month to a maximum of 12 months. Support will be based on the length of the Fellowship /Bursary and prior qualifications. The stipend is intended for academic expenses such as: resource materials, tuition fees, literature searches and transportation costs. Application deadlines are January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1. The Hamilton Foundation The E.B. Eastburn Fellowship This fellowship program will be of interest to individuals holding a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in the natural or physical sciences, including medicine, or to those expecting to receive such a degree by June 1991. The award is confined to AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1990 November �those persons holding Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status at the time of application. The fellowship is tenable at any Canadian university, where the Fellow is expected to pursue full-time postdoctoral study and research for a twelve month period. For the 1991-92 Fellowship year, the award will be $40,000, which includes salary and research costs. Applications must be received on or before December 31, 1990 by McMaster University. Imperial Oil Limited University Research Grants Imperial Oil Limited supports research at Canadian universities in areas of interest to Imperial Oil Limited's petroleum, petrochemical and energy resource development businesses. These areas include the fields of engineering, environmental, earth, chemical, physical and computing sciences. Grants are also awarded for research in the social sciences pertaining to relationships between the above businesses and their employees, customers and the commercial and social environments in which they operate. Grants are made to full-time faculty members for specific research projects carried out by university students under their direction. Individual grants are in units having a maximum value of $10,000 each. Grants are made for one year and may be renewed . Selection of winners of new and renewed awards is made on a competitive basis. Awards will be distributed as equitably as possible among Canadian universities, as long as projects are of high quality. I would like interested faculty members to note the program's success rate. Last year 140 renewal and new application requests were received by Imperial Oil; 75 awards were made to 21 Canadian universities for a total of $798,000. Please Note: faculty members who receive an Imperial Oil grant can also apply to the University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) for a matching grant. Deadline for Imperial Oil applications is December 1, 1990. World Wildlife Fund Endangered Species Recovery Fund (ESRF) The purpose of the ESRF program is to sponsor high-priority conservation projects to assist the recovery of endangered wildlife and their natural habitats in Canada. A total of $2 million is available for projects during the four-year period April 1, 1988 to March 31, 1992. One half of the fund is jointly sponsored by the Canadian Wildlife Service of Environment Canada (CWS) and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). The second half is jointly sponsored by World Wildlife Fund Canada (WWF) and the Sportsmen's Shows/Outdoor Canada."Endangered Species" generally means any species, subspecies or population designated as endangered, threatened, vulnerable or extirpated. The most recent list of designated species is available from the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. The types of practical field projects that are eligible for funding include: 1. Support for Recovery Teams and the preparation of Recovery Plans; 2. Re-introduction and captive breeding programs; 3. Practical field work and public awareness programs that lead to the recovery and protection of a nationally designated endangered species. The ESRF acts as a stimulus for joint funding of projects. Approved proposals will receive a maximum of two-thirds the cost of the project. The initial one-third of the project budget may be sponsored by any source, public or private. In kind contributions are also eligible for matching. Grants from the ESRF are expected to average about $5,000 -$10,000 per year, although larger grants are possible. Funding of individual projects will be considered for up to three years. Wildlife Toxicology Fund The purpose of this research program is to provide high qualityscientific information that can be directly applied to the protection of wildlife in Canada from irreversible harm caused by toxic chemicals in the environment.Applications are received on an on-going basis and are circulated to the WTF's Research Advisory Board, representing experts in wildlife toxicology from across the country. Proposals are reviewed within a month to six weeks. Research proposals shall be funded to a maximum of 50 percent of the cost of the project. The remaining funds may come from any source, public or private. For a detailed list of program priorities, please contact the Office of Research. CIDA Awards for Professionals The CIDA Professional Awards program promotes Canada's role in development by funding workstudy projects, or shortterm work assignments in developing countries. Thirty-six awards of $15,000 - $25,000 will be given for projects up to six months in duration, two months of which must be spent in the host-country. The first set of CIDA Awards for Professionals were recently announced. Twenty-three Canadians received awards out of the 104 applications received . Projects funded involved fieldwork in Latin America, Africa, Asia, the Carribean, the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific and Namibia. The deadline for the second competition is January 31, 1991. The number of awards available will increase to 36 for this competition. CIDA Awards for Canadians Up to 50 awards are available on an annual basis to Canadians wishing to further develop their expertise in the field of international development. The awards are worth up to $25,000 per year and may be tenable for a maximum of two years. Applicants must be Canadian citizens; possess an undergraduate and/or graduate degree by the time of the award; and have a commitment for a career in the field of international development. A total of 155 applications were submitted to the first competition; 26 candidates were selected . The next deadline for the CIDA Awards for Canadians program is February 12, 1991. Faculty members are encouraged to inform their students (especially graduating classes and graduate students) of this opportunity. For information and application form s for any of the above research programs, please call me at ext. 8223 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. For information about Foundations, please call To-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at ext. 8910 or drop by the Alumni House. Changes in Administration . Dean of Arts and Science, Dr. John Whitfield serves as Acting Vice -President Academics commencing November 1, 1990. Dr. Whitfield joined the Lakehead University faculty in 1965 as a professor of Mathematical Sciences. Dr. James Gellert was appointed Acting Dean of Arts and Science commencing November 1, 1990. Dr. Gellert joined the university faculty in 1975 and is an Associate Professor in the Department of English. A search committee to select a new Dean of Arts and Science and Vice-President will begin shortly. November 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 9 �Forum Weightism Ian Cull Over the last number of years I have been very active in the treatment of Eating Disorders Anorexia and Bulimia. During the course of this w?rk I have al~o made attempt~ to help people deal with Obesity, Over Eating, Co~for~ Eatmg and all sorts of eating that someone has determined 1s somehow pathological. As a result of this I have come to the realization that we are a society obsessed with weight, body size, food, fatness and thinness. We have become a society which values above all else control over our bodies. As a result of this pre-occupation with weight, we as a society have begun to allow body size to colour our perception of the world, how we see ourselves and how we see others. The media has tapped our obsession with thinness and with youth and is using it to sell everything from clothing to cars to life insurance. Fashion has identified a body type which it presents as the ideal. The ideal for women is between 5'-8'' and 6'. Between 107 lbs and 117 lbs. Measurements should be 34-23-34 inches. This is not a body type that occurs frequently in nature, research indicates that it occurs about 4/ 40,000. Yet this ideal is the goal for most women between the ages of 14-35 years. The media promotes only one body type as acceptable. It does not offer a range of acceptable body types, such as is reflected in the population. Fifteen years ago the weight of the average model was about 7% less than that of the average woman. Now the weight of the average model is 25% less than that of the weight of the average woman, the ideal is becoming harder and harder to reach. WEIGHTISM What is weightism? I see weightism as a new prejudice which determines people's worth based not on the colour of their skin, or religion, but rather on the size of their bodies. I see weightism as a system of values about thin people and fat people. In this society thin people are over valued and fat people are under valued. Weightism is making evaluations about personality, intelligence, morality, levels of success and productivity based on body weight. There are no positive adjectives usually associated with being heavy in our society. Thin is attractive, energetic, competent, smart, good, okay, independent, hard working and in control. Fat is lazy, dirty, stupid, non-productive, ugly, not good, not okay and out of control. The prevalent belief is that body shape determines the kind of person we are. The drive for thinness has become so embedded in our value system that it has become a primary motivater for many women. A recent California study has reported that 1/3 women in the state are seriously dieting at any given time. This same study reported that weight loss would make these women more happy than anything else, more than job success, marital success, or parenting success. A concurrent study reported that these women feared weight gain more than they feared dying. Not being thin was worse than being dead. A recent study of weight attitudes of grade school children report the following results. Of the students who participated in the study, 31 % of girls in the 4th grade had been on a diet because they were afraid of being fat. 50% of nine and ten year old girls reported that they felt better about themselves when they were dieting.By grade ten this number had increased to 81 %. Girls in grade 1 have already begun to evaluate themselves and their friends in terms of thinness and fatness. Also they have already begun to attribute negative qualities to large children, based essentially on their size. MYTHS There are many myths about thinness and fatness which are passed along as truths, and I would like to spend the next little while discussing these. One of the most prominently held myths is that obesity, or fatness or being large or overweight is an illness or represents some sort of pathology. In many cases this is not true. In many cases a person's body size is simply a reflection of their genotype, their genetic inheritance. Largeness is a place on the continuum of body size, and is a reflection of the range of possible body sizes. For weight, as with height, there is a range of possible sizes, yet we do not see persons trying to manipulate their height to a great extent. So for most large people there is nothing wrong with their weight or fatness, it is how they are meant to be. The most recent health studies looking at the mortality of fat vs thin people have come up with some interesting results. The Norway studies reported that women who were 20-35% overweight lived longer than average or thin women. This same study reported that thin women 10-15% less than average had the highest mortality rates. These results were replicated by at least 50 major U.S. studies. These studies indicate that there may be significant advantages to not being thin. A second myth that is widely held is that fat people/large people lack control over their nutritional intake and over eat. Many large people eat significantly less than do thin people. Their metabolic rate is less, and they may store fat more effectively than do thin people, but they do not overindulge. Their size again is simply a reflection of biology, not personality. One of the frightening things about dieting is that it promotes metabolic slowing. When one reduces one's intake of food the body responds to its alteration in nutrition as it would a famine and reduces the number of calorics it expends. So when the person resumes regular eating the body is used to functioning on less and stores the extra. Many chronic dieters increase their fat stores significantly in this way. A third myth is that you can ultimately control what your body will look like. Unfortunately our percentage of body fat, number of fat cells and ratio of lean to adipose tissue is set at conception. And while we can raise or lower these things to some degree artificially over the short term, over the long term our bodies resist such manipulation and attempt to restore the set point. This is why most people who diet and Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1990 November �World University Service of Canada (WUSC) The 1991 WUSC International Seminar will be held in Botswana from mid-June to mid-July. Thirty students and three faculty advisors will be selected from across Canada to participate in the seminar. WUSC is an non-profit, nongovernmental organization which involves Canadians in international development in Canada and overseas. WUSC's strength lies i.h its active student-faculty volunteer base within universities and colleges. Lakehead University has _recently linkl!d withConfederation College to form a chapter lose weight will have their bodies return to the pre-diet weight over time. We would be better served if we left our Qt v\:'t.JSC in Thunder Bay. WUSC local committee members participate. ii, student refugee sponsorship, Homestay (in bodies alone in terms of trying to manipulate it through nutrition, dieting, excessive exercise or drugs. which for~ stU<lerv1,cb'e ~nvited to stay in Canadian homes The final myth I want to protest is that thin people are for a~~~ \hey fil'at arrive), Caravan (WUSC' s travmorally superior, stronger, better, smarter or more in control elling ~4fThlrd Y(9tl4'cralts), selection of seminar than large people. There is not one scientifically valid study I. par13S~iev~ jducation and recruitment of CanadiaJZi fdt_~~ ~ · am aware of that validates the claim that large people are less intelligent than thin people. Size and intellect are not V!*,~ t i _ ~ S¢dainars provide a personal in-depth correlated. There are no studies I am aware of that report dev€lo~nt~~ence rcsu!ting in a greater awareness of int.em&ti{l:'tai.d'~1€1pB\el\t i9Slles. The programme has been that large people are any less productive than thin people or active si!'C~ th~ f'~tst WUSC Seminar, held in post-war Gerthat large people commit more crimes or offenses than do man,: il;t 19.4.8. (?vtr 1?QO Canadian students and faculty have thin people. In a time where we condemn persons such as Dr. Rushton e x ~ ~ thit.~ t m ' a i progtamme, including Lakehead V~ity ¢prtse11tatives, Professor Emeritus of the University of Western Ontario for promoting racial Marg.tret J'Qg~~nd ~ob F.oslEf'. a graduate and Rhodes prejudice with poor scholarship, we do not correct those SchotAr .. ~Seailnars have taken place in Central and around us when they do the same about weight. South A~erita,,Aftita} Asal and Eastern Europe. The workLook at yourself and others in a more reasonable and ing language of the seminar ~temates each year between accurate way. Remember it is not what you look like but English and French. The 1991 seminar will be in English. rather, what's inside that counts. Faculty chosen to attend will have their costs covered by the WUSC Seminar Programme. Successful applicants must have a demonstrated understanding of development issues in the region of Southern Africa, assist in the planning and implementation of the programme, give leadership and aca"Can We Talk?" demic guidance to students and assist in the preparation of a The first full-scale student phonathon is underway at published report. Alumni House under the direction of Phonathon CoFor further information or application to the programme ordinator Mary Anderson (BA'66, HBSW'82). Since the contact the Information Office at 8192. beginning of October, 16 student callers have raised over $34,000 for Lakehead University by contacting alumni in all parts of Canada. Many of the alumni being called have never been contacted before by the Alumni Association, and the dedication of the students is evident in the amount of new donors they are getting. On October 17 during a freak snowstorm, 7 student callers raised over $2,500 while the snow circled the building and lightening crashed overhead. Each year the Alumni Association of Lakehead University raises money for scholarships and bursaries, EINSTEIN library acquisitions and many other worthy campus COMES TO TOWN projects. This year's campaign goal is $125,000 and by November 1 the total number of pledges received stood at Magnus Theatre Company will stafe EINSTEIN by Gabriel over $58,000. Emanuel, directed by Roy Higgins from November 15 to Students telephone four hours a night on Mondays, December 1, 1990. Enjoy an evening with one of the greatest Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 9:30 minds the world has ever known. From his Princeton Unip.m. The student phonathon will continue until Novemvesity study, Albert Einstein casts his fascinating thoughts in ber 15th at which time Alumni volunteers will take many directions, both serious and light. One review said it over.All donations are tax-deductible and can be made was a fond and funny monologue that enfolds the audience in over the telephone using Visa or MasterCard. Cheques a great, grandfatherly embrace. can be mailed to Alumni House. For further informaion contact Frances Harding, Co-ordinator, Alumni Services at 343-8193. November 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the December Agora is November 15, 1990. PUBLIC LECTURE SPEAKER: ROSEMARY BROWN Executive Director of MATCH International Centre TOPIC: ''WOMEN'S ISSUES: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE" 7:30 PM UC2011 - $5 REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE 10:45AM. LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY AGORA THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS FALL/WINTER TERM Monday - Thursday 8 AM - 11:30 PM Friday - 8 AM - 9 PM Saturday-9 AM - 9 PM Sunday-11 AM-10 PM CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES 1990-91 Recital Hall, Cornwall School 210 S. Algoma St. Tuesdays at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted. November 15 Epos Trio (Sweden) $5.00 -8PM November 20 Thunder Bay Chamber Players FREE December 4 Vocal Ensemble Christmas Concert - 8PM at Wesley United Church (Brodie & Miles) $5/$7 1990/91 VARSITY HOME SCHEDULE C.J. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Agora Magazine Vol.7 No.10 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Agora contains articles on Vice President Weller being appointed as President of Canada's newest university (UNBC), microcomputer lab opening, and research opportunities. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 1990 https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/78007b4b5f47446d5c879f6ff1b25a95.pdf 824009ab49d8fb0346ef51591105d87c PDF Text Text Inside: Around campus ........................ 3 New Faces ................................ 4 '"Su.rvey says...'' ........................ 6 Language rights...................... 10 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 2 FEBRUARY 1990 1965 This Registrar recruits them young. Pentti Paularinne looks amazingly at home with the five Neilson quintuplets. With universities struggling with enrolment and funding issues, it was comforting to know that by the time Regan, Spencer, Nicole, Mitchell and Lucas get to university, their Silver Jubilee Entrance Scholarships will be a welcome relief for their parents Karen and Tom. �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart Commonwealth Games Gold Congratulations go to Mary De Piero for her gold medal in diving at the Commonwealth Games. Mary is a Year 1, B.A. Geography student at Lakehead University and is a member of the Thunder Bay Diving Club. .-----==----:-:, White Pine Award Doug Maki of Year 4, H.B.Sc. Forestry program has been selected this year's winner of the prestigious White Pine Award. Engineering Logo Putting all the debate aside, the current E.S.S. logo debate has, hopefully, run its course. The logo is unacceptable by today's societal values, rules and legislation. The committee process established by L.U.S.U. needs to be given every opportunity to deal with this matter, and I trust that the Engineering Students' Society, through their consultative process, realize that they need to be assuming a leadership role in this area. I will be closely monitoring these activities for signs of progress. L.UJConfederation College Fitness Experiment The "fitness" experiment is underway, and all full-time faculty and staff should have received an Athletic Facility Pass in the mail. I encourage your participation and look forward to enhanced co-operation between the two institutions. B.C. Visitors The Honourable Bruce Strachan, British Columbia Minister of Advanced Education, Training and Technology and Minister Responsible for Universities, visited Lakehead University on Wednesday, January 31 with two of his senior officials. With all the serious academic business that goes on at a university, it was great fun to see five darling babies, their parents, assistants, car seats and snowsuits take over the President's office. Some of the babies ended up on the unlikely shoulders of John Russell, Greg Beckford and Chancellor Weiler (who told the parents it took him Page 2 As you may know, British Columbia has announced an intention to establish a fourth provincial university in the north (most likely Prince George). Minister Strachan is paying his second visit to Lakehead University in order to gain insight into the opportunities that exist for a university to develop in a northern environment. Quintuplets Visit Lakehead University As part of our Silver Jubilee activities, the board of Governors has granted entrance scholarships for the Neilson quintuplets. A brief ceremony with the five potential BIU's was held in the President's office on February 1, 1990. and his wife 7 years to have 5). The 9-month olds also wore their caps with great distinction, ate their certificates, cried when the registrar tried to enroll them all in forestry and basically made it a very special day for Lakehead University. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - February 1990 �Around Campus SIGNIFICANT DISCOVERY Professor Scott Hamilton, Department of Anthropology, was recently awarded two Ontario Heritage Foundation research grants. The first one involves dating radiocarbon prehistoric human remains from the Wapekeka Indian Reserve. His research will determine the age of human burials encountered on the reserve during the construction of an airstrip. Two human skeletons were first discovered in 1988 directly adjacent to the airstrip during the process of clearing the runoff edges. While they were trying to stabilize the area, three more were uncovered. The reserve is 15 kilometres east of Big Trout Lake. The recoveries are of great scientific interest since they represent the first archaeological data from that region of Northwestern Ontario. Professor Hamilton says, "the band is to be commended for recognizing the significance of the find and allowing Lakehead University to investigate it further on their behalf". The second grant is for a pilot field study on the Black Sturgeon River system. It involves follow-up on the work of the Smacks, amateur archeologists from Minnesota, who have devoted more than 20 years collecting artifacts in the Black Sturgeon system. According to Professor Hamilton some artifacts imply non-local influences. Some of the stone artifacts are made from raw materials which originate as far away as Wyoming, North Dakota and Southern Wisconsin. "Some of the ceramics stylistically look Iroquoian from southern Ontario. They are definitely not what we would expect in this region and we want to know whyys Hamilton. "I suspect the Black Sturgeon is far more important transportation link than previous! y believed". LUFA PENSION COMMITTEE Members of the new LUFA Pension Committee are: Agha Akram, Robert Archibald, John Griffith, William Melnyk, Rao Puttagunta and Jim Stafford. UNIVERSITY BOARD CHAIRMEN DEPLORE FUNDING LEVELS Ontario university board chairmen expressed their deep and growing concern with the level of university funding in Ontario when they met with the Hon. Sean Conway, Minister of Colleges and Universities. The chair- men were most upset with what they see as the inconsistencies between the government's priorities for research, development and world-class industrial competitiveness and its financial policies on higher education.The chairmen used as an example the government's announcement in November of an 8% increase in operating grants for 1990-91 and the harsh reality that the increase is less than 2%, when the costs of recent enrolment growth and of other government initiatives, such as the employer health tax, are met. Prior to the next provincial budget, members of the Council of Chairmen of Ontario Universities will work vigorously within their own boards to demonstrate: the government's failure to deliver on what the chairmen felt were earlier commitments; the misstatement of real funding increases; the damage being done to the province by the current funding practices JAPANESE STUDENTS The Department of Continuing Education and Department of Languages conducted a very successful English Immersion Program last summer for thirty Japanese students from Gifu College of Education, Japan. The program ran from July 31 to August 31 and consisted of morning classes, afternoon field trips and weekend "homestays" with Thunder Bay families. A number of Lakehead University faculty and staff participated in the homestay program by hosting two students for one or more weekends. The "homestays" were rated by the Japanese students as "the best part of their stay in Thunder Bay". Because of the program's effectiveness Gifu College will be sending another thirty students to Lakehead University this summer. The students will be on campus from July 25 to August 25, 1990. The Department of Continuing Education has commenced planning for their arrival. Once again, the hospitality of Lakehead University faculty and staff is required. Anyone interested in hosting two Japanese students for one or more weekends in August is asked to contact Jane Livingston, Department of Continuing Education at 8068. FORESTRY SYMPOSIUM Recently a symposium entitled "Resource Rich/Development Poor" was held at Lakehead University. Organized by the forestry students, the weekend lecture series addressed current forestry issues. The theme of discussions reflected the concern of foresters that secondary forest products industries are not being developed to full potential in Canada. Lectures also addressed the issues of recycling in the pulp and paper industry and pollution in the forest products industries - two issues vitally important to Northwestern Ontario. Doug Maki, a fourth year forestry student and the student chairman of the symposium committee, says that the issues of recycling paper and pollution created by the pulp and paper industry were well-addressed during the weekend symposium. The key theme of the symposium was to find out why secondary forest products industries are not being developed as they should in Canada. "What we were trying to get at was the importance of "value-added" in forestry products industries. Pulp is a commodity subject to market demands but if you produce a speciality product the demand increases dramatically". There was an excellent tum-out for the symposium and lectures were successful in bringing forestry issues into the public view. NATIVE LANGUAGE TRAINING Native education instructors from Minneapolis, Duluth and Grand Marais met with native education representatives from Lakehead University and Northwestern Ontario at Lakehead University on January 17, 18, and 19. The Minnesotans' key purpose was to get an indepth look at the university's Native Language Programs. There are approximately 700 native children in Minneapolis public schools and during the past several years major funding has been allocated for research and curriculum development in Ojibwe as a second language. In December, legislation was approved in Minneapolis that sets out a program to teach all children in the city's school system Ojibwe. The educators behind this are trying to develop a solid curriculum to introduce into the schools by September 1, 1990. The unique program in Minneapolis parallels similiar native language programs on reserves in Northwestern Ontario such as the one at Pie Mobert. Lakehead University's Native Language Programs, held in the summer, in part train native educators to develop effective native language teaching curricula. The purpose of these programs is to enhance the study of culture and language for all native children. The continued page 11 February 1990 A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �New Faces Quebec lifts freeze on tuition fees Anne Fiorenza Anne Fiorenza has been appointed Research Officer in the Department of Research and Graduate Studies. The 1989 graduate of the Business Administration program, is no stranger to the university having worked as the marketing researcher for Innovation North for a year and a half. Anne was born in the Bahamas but has lived in Thunder Bay most of her life. "I still yearn for the sun and palm trees though". Her academic interests include econoics and entrepreneurship. "I do plan to return to school for my MBA eventually. I' intrigued about the entrepenurial process - researchers go through experiences similiar to entrepeneurs. Finding funds for research is like findings funds to start a business. I might even do research on that topic". Norma Jean Newbold Norma Jean Newbold is a new clerk in the Registrar's Office. Known to her fellow co-workers as the ''lady in black", Norma Jean worked at York University for a number of years in various departments on the campus. Norma Jean's interests include picture framing and curling and although she was reluctant to admit it, island hopping through the Caribbean (she has been to seven!). Norma Jean is also beginning a course in Ojibway. "So far I can say ..___ _ _ _ _ _ ____, "Hi! How are you? Where do you live?" Good luck with your lessons Norma Jean. Debbie Poulin Debbie came to the university through a unique program sponsored by the provincial government and is working in the Registrar's Office. As Debbie says, ''It's a program that helps people re-enter the workforce by training them in the classroom and on the pl>". The re-entry program through Employment and Immi~tion includes five months of in~ss training and eight weeks of OZ1--the-job training. Debbie says ~t working at the university has qefinitely filled a void. " Five years ago, I would never think of-myself working. Now I could never think of anything else". Page4 For the first time in more than 20 years, the Government of Quebec has decided to raise tuition fees. Frozen at 1969 levels, an average of $540 a year, tuition fees will rise beginning in September 1990, by an average of $350 a year in each of two academic years, 1990-1991 and 1991-1992. Even with the increase just announced, Quebec will still have the lowest tuition fees in Canada. Funding Announced for Ontario Universities Ontario Minister of Colleges and Universities Sean Conway has announced that his government will increase operating grants to Ontario's postsecondary educational institutions by eight percent. The province will allocate $1.8 billion in operating grants to university-level institutions. Tuition fees will also rise by eight percent. According to the Minister, the increase should enable universities to properly respond to expected increases in enrolment, promote access for the disabled and increase the number of French-language and bilingual programs. However, in a press release issued shortly after Mr. Conway's announcement, the Ontario Council of Universities stated that the province's universities need an 11.7 percent increase just to maintain services at current levels. Appointment Dr. Geraldine Kenney-Wallace, current chairman of the Science Council of Canada, will become president of McMaster University on 1 July 1990. Dr. Kenney-Wallace is the first woman to be appointed president of an Ontario University. Cold climates: a hot topic for universitiesThe Science Council of Canada has called on governments in universities and industry to begin Harnessing Science and Technology for Cold Regions, in a recent statement. By making recommendations designed to help Canada become an international leader, in the field, the council add that Canada should take up the challenge and special responsibility provided by its geography. Canadians can use their science and technology to serve global interests," the council says. Some of the council's major recommendations would have an immediate impact on the university research community. The council recommends, for example, that the National Committee of Deans of Engineering and Applied Science review existing courses and programs to strengthen their northern content. It also recommends that the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, in partnership with industrial or government sponsors, establish five professorial chairs in cold climate engineering. For information: Science Council of Canada, 100 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, Ontario KlP 5Ml. Tel.: (613) 992.1142. A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - February 1990 �Celebration 1990 Update: Alumni Reunion Weekend June 28 - July 1, 1990 Volunteers Needed The Alumni Association will need volunteers to help out during Celebration 1990, Alumni Reunion Weekend, June 28 - July 1, 1990. If you are interested in working on any of the committees listed below, please contact Alumni House at 343-8155. Registration Co-chairs: Jeff Crocco and Bruce Sauder Hospitality Chair: Bob Thompson Communications Chair: Carmela Foresta Gala Evening Co-chairs: Allan and Linda Bauld Golf Tournament Chair: Eric Wilson President's Luncheon/Farewell Brunch Chair: Anita Muncaster Don Sutton, Treasurer of the Alumni Association and Co-Chair of the Reunion Planning Committee Dwight Gessie, 2nd Vice President of the Alumni Association and Co-Chair of the Reunion Planning Committee For more than a year, alumni volunCupples will be the keynote speaker at teers have been working behind the the Gala Dinner/Dance at the Valhalla scenes to organize the culminating event Inn on Saturday night. The 1967 graduof Silver Jubilee festivities - Celebration ate has been all over the world with the 1990, the Alumni Reunion Weekend Department of External Affairs, and is planned for this summer. It's a great op- now based in Ottawa in charge of Latin portunity to invite friends for the weekAmerican and Caribbean affairs. end, to play golf, to share memories, and Other special events include a Golf to see the changes going on at L.U. Tournament on Friday (can anyone beat According to Dwight Gessie close to Claude Liman?), a President's Lunch400 responses have been received. eon, Campus Tours and Open Houses "We're had responses from most on Saturday, and an Ecumenical Service provinces in Canada, a few from the US and "send-off" Brunch on Sunday and even one from France! Basically, the morning. response has been really good. Alumni Don stressed the need for Alumni to want to come and see old friends. The register early to help the Reunion university has been very supportive and Planning Committee to get a handle on individuals have already come forward numbers and facilities required. Applito help with registration and tours." He cations forms were published in the hastily added, "but we need more". winter issue of the Nor'Wester MagaDon Sutton highlighted events that zine and are available from the Informaare already planned. The Opening tion Office and the Alumni House. Call Ceremonies and B.B.Q. on Friday night Frances Harding at 343-8193 for further will include performances by Tom Kelly, information. Ian Tamblyn, and the Ramblers. Colleen Ecumenical Service Chair: Brother Glenn Doughty Opening Ceremonies/B.B.Q. Chair: Pat O'Brien Homecoming Reception/Open Houses Chair: Sheralee Beebe Celebrate! l.akehc-Jd t.:nivcrsity"s 2;th Annh·crsary Alumni Reunion Weekend June 28 •July 1, 1990 Be an Early Bird ... Register today for Celebration 1990 Faculty, Staff and Alumni are all invited to attend. February 1990 A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 5 �HARASSMENT IT IS OFFENSIVE! IT IS UNACCEPTABLE! Survey says ... In 1986, the Board of Governors adopted a Personal Harassment Policy Statement which prohibited harassment based on the grounds covered in the Ontario Human Rights Code (which includes sexual harassment). A survey, funded by • the Secretary of State, was conducted last spring by the Status of Women Com- ·-, mittee. The survey was intended to determine the extent of sexual harassment on campus, how people deal with it and if they have confidence in the policy and procedures,. A positive side effect would be to raise the awareness level of staff, faculty and students and to encourage them to take a stand on the issue. The survey used was designed by the University of Manitoba and the Committee gratefully acknowledge permission to use the survey without a copyright fee. ' Page6 women consider sexist comments to be a form of sexual harassment. Valid responses to the question asking the authority level of the harasser indicate that 48% of the offenders have "greater'' authority than the victims, 35% have "similar'' and 12% have "lesser'' authority. 25% of the offenders at Lakehead University are between the ages of 31 and 50. 11 % are under 21 years of age. 49% of the offenders identified in the survey are male and 25% are female (valid responses). Comments from the respondents helped identify the reticence to report incidents of harassment. "Asked "If someone were to complain about sexual harassment, what would happen", the biggest majority of people answering this question indicated that they believed "the complainant would suffer in some way". The next most popular response was the, "Complainant would be embarrassed/humiliated". Many of the female respondents indicate that reports of sexual harassment incidents "would be ignored". In response to the question, "What would encourage more people to report sexual harassment?" the largest percentage of people indicated "Won't be tolerated". This indicates that there is work to be done before people will believe that their complaint will be taken seriously. The University has commited itself to education and awareness initiatives in order to get the message across that harassment will not be tolerated. , _ .,; I I THE SURVEY Of the 3610 surveys which were randomly distributed, there was a 32% response rate (1147 were returned). The respondents were 27% faculty, 32% students. 23% staff and 18% unknown. 13% of the respondents reported that they had been sexually harassed on campus (134 people). The majority did not officially report the incident to anyone who might address the issue in an official capacity. Of the 134 victims, only 10% indicated that if harassed again they would report the incident. Eighty-seven percent of the victims were female and 13% were male. Another 27% of the respondents (287 people) knew of someone who had been sexually harassed (71 % were women) on campus and 75% of these victims had never reported the incident. The perception of what constitutes harassment varied between men and women. Only 28% of the male respondents considered sexist comments from a person of "greater'' authority, sexual harassment. This compares to 48% of the females who felt that this type of behaviour did constitute harassment. The wide gap between male and female perceptions of harassment narrows markedly with the increased blatancy of the behaviour. The survey determined what types of behaviour would most likely be reported. Far more women than men would report "verbalsexual advances", "explicit sexual propositions" and "sexual bribery''. Only 6% of both male and female respondents would report "sexist comments", even though 48% of . ? • ARE YOU? for confidential help call: Myrna Holman Human Resourcu Officer )4.).8556 Conclusions According to Myrna Holman, The Personal Harassment Contact Person, the survey results reveal that at Lakehead University, like any other workplace, people may be subject to sexual harassment. In the past, the issue was largely a silent one because the majority of people did not officially report it. Many believed that they would expect to be embarrassed or humiliated as a result of reporting. During the last year the number of reported complaints has drastically increased, indicating faith in the new reporting structure. The educational program on campus has increased awareness of of the policy, reporting structure and an administrative commitment to address issues sof harassment.Educational efforts have been stepped up. Presentations to student, faculty and senate committees have been undertaken. New posters and brochures are being designed. Ms. Holman reports that a centralized approach to complaint resolution and education has increased the effectiveness of the policy. Anyone wishing to discuss a concern about harassment should contact Myrna Holman at extension 8356. She is also available to do presentations and workshops for any interested groups. AGORA------------- February 1990 �''ROADIES'' with a Message Perhaps Willie Nelson's song,"On the road again" should be proclaimed the theme song of the Secondary School Liaison Officers. H you're wandering through the halls near the Liaison Office you might have heard that tune from the "L" Team - Lakehead University's "roadies with a message". The team consists of Andrea Duckert, Sarena Knapik and Donna Piovesana: three energetic individuals with "packsacks on their backs" and strong arms to carry the load of publications they must tote to high schools across Canada. Liaison officers are the flesh and blood of the University and often the only contact with the university that high school students have before making their choice about which university to attend. LU' s new officers have varied backgrounds. Donna Piovesana is a 1989Lakehead graduate with an honours degree in English. She worked summers at Ontario Place honing her public relations skills. Donna's job focuses on travel co-ordination for the team. "I enjoy travelling, meeting different people. It's a fast paced - an adventure". Travel is a large part of the job and includes reaching students at high schools colleges and through career fairs. The team has travelled as far east as New Brunswick and as far west as Alberta. According to Donna, ''Western recruits in Bermuda. We're working on that one", she laughs. All three liaison officers enjoy the camraderie of life with the "travelling road show", also known as the University Information Program. Each year 10 weeks are blocked out and university UIP teams visit high schools Athletes of the Month were congratulated by Presentor Jack Moro of J.B. Evans Ltd. February 1990 ....----'1-;. ! -Z-'!!'-C l - ~- =- ~- -- -. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -_- _- _- _- _- r-,_- _- - - - - - , The Willie Nelson Trio gets ready for the road. Left to right, Andrea Duckert, Donna Piovesana and Sarena Knapik. They are on the road more than 4 months of the year. across Ontario. They travel in a pack from school to school, city to city. Donna fondly remembers an incident a few months ago when a convoy of cars carrying members of UPI was travelling on the highway. ''The leader of the pack realized she was heading in the wrong direction and did a ''U" turn. Seven cars followed!" Andrea Duckert is a graduate (and survivor) of the Graduate Business Diploma Program. Originally from Kenora, Andrea worked as supervisor of the Canada Employment Centre for Students. She finds the liaison officer position "very rewarding". She marvels at the questions students ask: ''Where are you? Isn't it really cold there? Do you guys have a pub?" Andrea enjoys Athlete of the Month for Women's Volleyball isRobyn Plett. Jack Moro of J.B. Evans Ltd. Plett's season has been very successful so far, scoring 299 kills to this point. This breaks her old personal record of 280 that she hit last season. Men's Basketball Athlete of the Month is Ray Foster. Foster, in his second season at Lakehead, has shown steady improvement this season. He average 13 points and eight boards a game during January and reached a career high of 25 points against Western. talking with students and believes that the one-to-one contact is the most important aspect of presenting the university to the students. Sarena Knapik is also an alumna of Lakehead University with a degree in geography. Sarena comes to Lakehead from Hogarth-Westmount hospital where she was the Community Relations Director. Most of her work experience has been community service oriented. Sarena focuses on publications as well as meeting with students for academic counselling. She believes that the liaison officers are a solid team. ''We all pull together in a crunch and try to help each other." Sharon Knowles, Athlete of the Month for Women's Basketball leads the LU team in scoring, rebounds and assists and is currently ranked seventh in scoring nationally. According to Stu Julius, Lady Nor'Wester coach, Knowles deserves AllCanadian honours. Wrestling Athlete of the Month, Steve Roslinsky, had an impressive showing this month. He had a big win over fourth ranked Frank Wurr of Manitoba and that could put him in medal contention at the college nationals. A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page7 �Papers/Publications & Special Projects Dr. I. Nirdosh, Professor D "' ---- of Chemical Engineering . _ O has published the following c • refereed journal papers: -~~~ "Ferric chloride leaching of Saskatchewan uranium ores" Chemical Engineering Research and Design, Vol. •e~iir' 67, 1989 (co-authors Dr. S. 1 V. Muthuswami and Mr_ Chundang A. K. Achong); =S;].:,i;p "Simultaneous leaching of uranium, 230Th and 226Ra from Saskatchewan ores by nitric and hydrochloric acids" Minerals and Metallurgical Processing, Vol. 6 (4), 1989. (coauthors Dr. S. V. Muthuswami and Mr. M. Selamat); "Adsorption-desorption studies on the radium-hydrated metal oxide systems" Hydrometallurgy, Vol. 24, 1989 (coauthors Mr. w_ R Tremblay and Mr. C.R. Johnson); "Coextraction of uranium, thorium and radium with ferric nitratenitric acid solutions" Metall, Vol. 43 (5), 1989. (co-authors Dr. S. V. Muthuswami and Mr. N. S. Man). Dr. Alan Bowd, School of Education had his paper entitled "A decade of debate on animal research in psychology: Room for consensus" published in Canadian Psychology, 1990, 31, 74-82. Dr. H. T. Saliba, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has had the following papers in the field of plate vibration reviewed and accepted for publication: ''Transverse free vibration of simply supported right triangular thin plates: a highly accurate simplified solution", which is provisionally scheduled for Volume 138, Number 3, Journal of Sound and Vibration, 8 May 1990; "A modified Levy type solution for the free vibration analysis of simply supported isosceles triangular plates", which will be presented in the 10th Symposium on Engineering Applications of Mechanics which will take place at Queen's University in May of 1990. The paper is to be published in the conference proceedings. Dr. B. Kronberg, Geology attended the International Meeting of the Society of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry and presented a paper entitled "Moose as Indicators of Cadmium BioAvailibility in NW Ontario". Dr. Yves H. Prevost, Forestry Department, presented the following: "Are black spruce cone and seed insects !~t~;:ji~ Pages threatening forest regeneration?" Forestry Marketplace presentation Nov. 23, 1989, Toronto; "Dealing with organisms feeding on cones and seeds in spruce seed orchards?" Forestry Marketplace poster Nov. 21-23, 1989, Toronto; "How pests affect crown architecture of black spruce which may decrease the viable seeds per cone." Northern Pest Review presentation Nov. 4, Thunder Bay. INTO THE NEW CENTURY: Thunder Bay 1900-1914, recently published by the Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society, has a definite Lakehead University flavour to it. The project was co-ordinated by the chairman of the Society's Publications Committee, David Kemp, of the Department of Geography. Members of the committee included Bruce Muirhead of the Department of History and Tory Dr. Thomas M. =-.,,...-==----==--= Tronrud, Curator at the Museum and currently sessional lecturer in the DepartK Song, Professor ment of History. Elinor Barr, noted local of the School of author, and lain Hastie, formerly cartogPhysical Education and Athletics, Corapher in the Department of Geography, ordinator of both graduates of L.U. also served on the Human Performcommittee. Partial funding for the publiance Laboratory, cation was provided in a grant from the was made a ~ University's ''Vast and Magnificent Land' research Fellow of research fund.The book consists of a sethe American ries of photo-essays which show what College of Sports Medicine (FACSM) on December, 1989. conditions were like at the head of Lake Superior in the first decade of the 20th The Fellow was made in recognition of century, a time of great growth and change professional achievement, a high level of competence and ethical conduct with in the region. They can provide no more acceptable knowledge of principles and than a glimpse into the past, but a glimpse practices in the related discipline on which the Thunder Bay Historical Musports medicine. seum hopes will educate, inform and entertain, and encourage the reader to find out more about the history of the Dr.John region. Cost: $9.95, available at the Jamieson, DepartLakehead University Bookstore or from ment of Psychology the Thunder Bay Museum. was selected as CALL FOR PAPERS recipient of the 1990 on the theme SOSIP (Section on REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND Students in PsyNORTHERN RESEARCH chology) Stein for the award. Each year FIRST ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE the Stein Award is LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY GRADUATE presented to an STUDENT ASSOCIATION Ontario psycholoMarch 17, 1990 gist who makes an outstanding contriLakehead University bution to the advancement and concerns of graduate psychology students in this The Graduate Student Association has chosen the theme of Regional Development and province. The recipient is both nomiNorthern Research for the first graduate nated and selected by students. In particular, Dr. Jamieson's work as conference. We are hoping that graduate students who are involved in course or thean enthusiastic research supervisor sis-related research that pertains to regional (both of his students, others and development and northern research will Lakehead graduates at other universisubmit an abstract. The following topics ties), his initiation of a study group to giveanideaoftherangeofresearchinterests prepare students to write graduate that can be included in the conference: record exams, his assistance in informReforestation, Resource Sustainability, ing students about various graduate Health Delivery, Environmental Assessschools, and his social and emotional ments, Pulp and Paper Research, Distance support of students were cited as Education, Human Service Needs reflective of his contribution. University Role in Regional Development, Autonomy in Regional Development, Dr. James T. Angus was recently Impact of Free Trade appointed as a Community Board Member of the National Parole Board in Contact Kris DeLorey in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Phone 343the Ontario Region for a period of two 8785. Submitanabstractof300wordsorless years effective immediately. by February 13, 1990. Appointments A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - February 1990 �chemicals on estuarine marine environments, terrestrial species, and ecosystems, including the Arctic; effects of pulp mill effluents and pesticides; comparative toxicology examining the effects of toxic chemicals on a wide range of organisms; and inter-university studies. Proposals can be submitted at any time. Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES For further information on any of these Research Programs, please contact Anne Fiorenza, Research Officer, at ext. 8223. NATURAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING RESEARCH COUNCIL University-Industry Cooperative R&D Programs NSERC's University-Industry Programs are designed to encourage industry to take advantage of the special knowledge and expertise resident in Canadian universities for the benefit of the Canadian economy. The broad mandate of the program enables support for a variety of research initiatives. Proposals for cooperative R&D activities under the University-Industry program generally fall into one of three categories, Collaborative Research and Development (CRD), Industrially Oriented Research (IOR), or Shared Equipment and Facilities (SEF). NSERC will equally match Industry investments in research and development conducted at a university. Proposals can be submitted at any time. If you have an innovative research project, which would be of interest to the industrial community, the Office of Research can be of assistance in putting you in contact with potential industrial partners. NATIONAL RESEARCH COUNCIL OF CANADA Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) Innovation North has information available on the National Research Council's "Industrial Research Assistance Program" (IRAP). The IRAP-H program is of particular interest to small and medium size firms employing science or engineering students. On short term projects for product or process development, assistance of 60% of salary is available for 18 weeks. Support for project counsellors is also available. Interested faculty or students should contact Doug Stone, CB 4106 (ext. 8124) for further information. WORLD wnDLIFE FUND The World Wildlife Fund is currently administering two grant programs in cooperation with Environment Canada. The Endangered Species Recovery Fund is designed to sponsor high-priority conservation projects to assist the recovery of endangered wildlife and their natural habitats in Canada. Wildlife is considered by the program to be any nondomestic, plant or animal native to Canada. They are particularly encouraging proposals to conserve the fish and plants on the Endangered Species list (available at the Office of Research). The program supports proposals to a maximum of two-thirds of the cost of the project; the initial one-third of the project may be sponsored by any source, private or public. Deadline for submitting proposals: April 1, July 1, October 1, and January 1. The Wildlife Toxicology Fund supports high-calibre research on the effects of toxic chemicals on Canadian wildlife. This fund is particularly interested in receiving applications for research in the following areas: effects of toxic February 1990 SOUTH ASIA ONTARIO Research Grants South Asia Ontario is a consortium of scholars in the area of South Asian Studies teaching in Ontario Universities. The programme's research mandate concerns Canada-South Asia Relations. The area is broadly interpreted to include political, strategic, economic, social and cultural aspects, as well as issues concerning the South Asia Diaspora in Canada. Applications for research grants must be relevant to this mandate. The programme is scheduled to end on July 1, 1990. However, grant applications will be considered at any time during the next four months. SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF TORONTO Research Fellowship in Gerontology The Soroptimist International of Toronto is a service club of business and professional women who raise funds to assist wherever there is a special need. This group is offering a fellowship with a maximum value of $7,500 to persons enrolled as full-time students in a post graduate degree program (Masters, Ph.D) or in a program of study related to gerontology (eg. health care, social services, housing, legal services, psychological services, recreational services). Deadline for applications: March 31, 1990. CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF HIGHER EDUCATION Research Award As part of its objective to encourage and promote high standards in the study and delivery of post-secondary education, the Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education (CSSHE) is awarding a research award to recognize distinguished contributions to research in Canadian post-secondary education. One award will be given each year. The award is meant to be conferred on a practising scholar in mid-career with an established reputation for publishing outstanding research on any aspect of Canadian post-secondary education. Nominations must be forwarded by March 1, 1990. LAIDLAW FOUNDATION PROGRAMS Children and Families at Risk Programme Through this programme, the Foundation intends to focus resources on experimental and pilot research projects, studies and activities which contribute to a better understanding of the structure of life quality and life outcomes for children. The programme focuses on children as the central figures, from pre-natal conditions through childhood and adolescence to transition to adulthood. The programme supports research projects, demonstration projects/primary prevention projects, intervention projects, and impact generating projects. Deadline: March 1, May 1, September 1, and November 1. Laidlaw Scholar Programme The Laidlaw Scholar Programme was established to support distinguished scholars and practitioners who have made significant contributions to the advancement of child and family studies and social welfare policy in Canada or abroad. As well, the scholar, by virtue of the interdisciplinary nature A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page9 �of his/her work and general critical perspectives will stimulate innovative research and advanced c~ncepts of professional practice. Proposals may be submitted at any time. Laidlaw Conservation Programme There is an enormous gap between what is known about environmental problems affecting the Great Lakes and the efficacy of regulating policy to address those problems at the provincial and federal levels. There is a progression towards an ecosystem perspective, consistent with the theme of sustainable development. In consideration of the overwhelming importance of the Great Lakes to current and future generations, the Laidlaw Foundation's Conservation Programme will support the following activities which would decontaminate and rehabilitate the Great Lakes ecosystem: 1. Seed Funding, 2. Innovative Basic Scientific Research of a transdisciplinary nature, 3. Cooperative Ventures protecting ecologically valuable near shore/coastal areas, and 4. Educational Projects and initiatives. Deadlines: January 1 and July 1. THE BANTING RESEARCH FOUNDATION The Banting Research Foundation provides grants to individuals for the support of specific medical research. The term "medical research" is interpreted broadly to include research in the biological sciences which may have potential importance for medicine. The foundation's programs have been known to help initiate the research careers of new investigators who have not yet developed the necessary track record to apply successfully to senior funding agencies or established investigators who wish to initiate research in new areas. The maximum value of these grants is $20,000. Deadline: March 1, 1990. CANADIAN PROGRAM OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN SUPPORT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT The objective of this program is to ensure timely, yet comprehensive equipment research, development, testing, evaluation and standards development in response to identified needs from the Canadian police community. In the past, proposals have been primarily submitted by members of the Canadian police community, with some collaboration with universities. The National Research Council is anticipating that there will be more projects allocated to the university community as the program becomes better known. The categories used to prioritize projects are: 1) projects that are universally applicable to the Canadian Law enforcement community and that impacts life/health threatening matters. Proposals may be submitted at any time. UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES NSERC International Collaborative Research Grants - March 1, 1990 NSERC International Scientific Exchange Awards - March 1, 1990 Noranda/Bradfield Graduate Fellowship Program -March 1, 1990 SSHRC Aid to Scholarly Conferences- March 30, 1990. Canada: Industry, Science and Technology - Strategic Technologies Program-March 31, 1990 Ontario Ministry of Health Research Program -April 1, 1990 The G. Allan Roeher Institute Research Programs - April 30, 1990 University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) - May 31, 1990 Forum Tax Dollars and Linguistic Rights by Andre Cloutier, Chairman, Department of Languages For many years, francophones had no visibility in Thunder Bay or in the area. They were not organized; they had no institutions to represent them or to serve their interests. Today, they have slightly more, but so little. But the little recognition obtained appears to be too much for an resentful few. The experience seems to show that rights are spelled out in years of generosity. When there is abundance, minds and hearts open up and flourish in a willingness to recognize others the rights to be different from the crowd and the majority. Minorities flourish in the years of good fortune. They are dangerously menaced in days of misery and greed, when the almighty criteria of $$$ is used to evaluate their feasibility. For then, even constitutional protection seems to fall short of protecting minoorities."Tax money'' is one of the criteria invoked by the Thunder Bay Public School Board to deny access to French parents who claim the right to a French education for their 17 children from this Board. According to the Ontario Education Act, the Board is required to respond positively to such a req:,1est. yYh~t brings the parents to make such a move besides wishing to have their children educated in French is irrelevant to the matter. It must be noted here that if Francophones had the governance of their own schools, as their Anglophone counter parts have had for over a century in Quebec, no permission or begging would be required. They would simply create their own school of the "official minority". By requesting a positive response, the Education Act only acts in conformity with the rights of the "official minority language group" in this province, as they are defined in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms - of Canada, 1981, which states that: "Citizens of Canada a) whose first language learned and still understood is that of the English or French linguistic minority of the province in which they reside [... ] have the right to have their children receive primary and secondary school instruction in that language in that province."(Art. 23, la). This right applies "where numbers justify"; also, "minority language instruction" is to be provided "out of public funds" and this right of parents also "includes[ ... ] the right to have [their children] receive that instruction in minority language educational facilities provided out of public funds."(Art. 23, 3).It might be worth noting that this article which was primarily devised as a reply to the Quebec Bill 101 and was meant to "remedy'' an unwanted situation in Quebec, has been already invoked several time by the Supreme Court of Canada to force Quebec to modify it rules of acceptance of English Speaking children into its school system. Quebec has had to abide and live by this new criteria. This same "criteria" of justice seem to create much displeasure with the members of the Thunder Bay Public continued... Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - February 1990 �FORUM continued from page 10 School Board. But the rule was established through many prior negotiations of which, unfortunately, they were not part. But should the social contract be respelled out every decade. Our present Canadian constitution, like all other constitutional endeavour in the past have derived from a perpetual, painful need to bargain and compromise. From the Quebec Act of 1774, through the Constitutional Agreement of 1791, the Union Act of 1840, the BNA Act of 1867, and the Canada Act of 1981, not to mention the present Meech Lake attempt ... agreements have always come about from a . necessary give and take which has hardly eve7~eft pa~es . involved fully happy. From the first day of British rule m this land, the French were there and, for many different reasons, had to be dealt with, bargained with, negotiated with, and included as a necessary contitutive part of the Canada deal. There has always been tremendous frustrations, and still are, but the need to govern our huge country and keep it together have been the determining f?rce in sh~ping our social contract. This present pact, which found its latest official expression in the Canada Act of 1981, and_ also ~onfers to Canada its fragile harmony, is based on the affirmatio1:' of a rapport of reciprocity: do unto me what I do unto you. En 9lish Canada, on one side, French Quebec on the other agreeing to treat their "official language minority'' on equal footing. But what now? The present Language crisis in Thunder . Bay has far reaching implications: the intention of the Pubhc Board of Education to have the Ontario Education Act modified to accommodate its views implies a complete reevaluation of the social contract upon which the very foundation of this nation has been based. And whether the city of Thunder Bay decides to shun out its multilingual character and symbolically, or symptomatically, opt for monolingualism is of little help. The game which is being played, for public of personal interests, implies 1:1ore than the reformulation of a law. It actually reqmres a new deal. And the risk of such a deal is that any new substantial modification brought to the agreement, as major as the one sought here, is not readily conceivable within the frame of our present Canadian social understanding. AROUND CAMPUS continued from page 3 native education programs in Minnesota are not working as effectively as those at Lakehead University. The vist~rs' key purpose according to Barbara Toye-Welsh, the CO?,rdi1:1ator of the Native Language Instructors Program, was to review curriculum documents that we have here and to seek assistance with developmentprograms in Ojibwe". At the present time Minneapolis native educators do not have a training program for their teachers or for curriculum development. ''Ultimately," dsays Ms. Toye-Welsh, "they want to plan an Ojibwe immersion program with ~eh_e~d University. Th~y are considering whether to set up a similiar program to LU s or to send teachers to our university in the summer". ToyeWelsh is pleased that educators have recognized the success of lakehead's Native language Programs and looks forward to a greater information exchange that is certain to come in the future. Last Writes Katherine Shedden, Editor In one 7-hour period in the Information Office we may receive 30, 40 or 50 calls.. a stack of mail 6 inches high, a dozen "drop ins" in addition to an assortment of on-going projects and events that are part of our daily routine. In the past one week period, I enjoyed Cambrian's fine production of Jubilulu, a musical review of LU history through the comic view of satirist Evadne Benson, shared news of the five year re-appointment of President Bob Rosehart (more details next issue), experienced a deeper understanding of the culture of Native Canadians through Native Awareness Day, smiled when the quints took over the President's office, caught a couple of those fabulous volleyball and basketball games, sent a strongly-~orded letter !o Ingolf Richter ahout his insensitive and fallaoous remarks m the Chronicle Journal, discovered that ECHO is very much aliye and active thanks in part to the superhuman effo~ts of Luce Lavoie (tin-can re-cycling bins now out and plastic cups ordered) listened to Colin Isaacs on environmental issues, gave Norm Lavoie hearty congratulations for his Corps d'Elite Award and watched in dumbfounded horror as elected members of our city council voted on the uni-language issue without so much as a thought about what more than 100,000 citizens think and feel. The litany is not intended to evoke sympathy for our busy schedule but to let people know what an amazing lifeforce is present on this university campus. Some days I want to run wh;n the ph~>ne rings_or ~hen I see the mail lady coming. I don t. She might be brmgmg an envelope with new findings from Scott Hamilton's research. And I was born curious. All part of the lifeforce at Lakehead Algonquin elder William Commanda displayed his collection of rare wampum belts, some dating to the 15th century. The heart and soul of ]ubilulu, Evadne Benson, played a few excerpts from the show during LUSU's Birthday Party No. 4. Dinner and Theatre? The Silver Jubilee Committee is sponsoring opening night of the next Magnus play, Tally's Folly, on February 23. We would like to see friends of LU attend that night (10% discount for early ticket requests). If interested in dinner and theatre, we have reserved 24 spots at Giorg's restaurant, then off to the play and meet the cast reception to follow. Call 8631 if interested. February 1990 AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the March Agora is Febraary 15, 1990. IIJI ■S:mt':~r-11 FREE CORNWALL CONCERTS Recital Hall -12:30 pm Feb. 20 Bruce Vogt, piano (Victoria) -$3.00 March 6 Chloe Harrison, soprano (New York) Heather Morrison, piano AT THE FIELDHOUSE Feb. 16/17 Men's Basketball vs Waterloo Feb. 23/24 Men's Basketball vs McMaster - 8:30 pm INTERNATIONAL FILMS Braun Bldg. 1021 - 8 pm For information call 343-8260 Free- Everyone Welcome Feb.18 - Russian, Come and See Feb.23 - La Voie Lactee Feb.25 -The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne MONDAY 12 - SATURDAY 17 STUDYWEEK (Except Education and February Session Students) MONDAY,12 CONFERENCE & SEMINAR CENTRE "PLANNING YOUR CONFERENCE" Speaker: RON SPINA Director, Residence & Conference Services A step by step guide on how to organize your conference. The program will also include information on how to prepare your proposal for hosting a conference. FREE OF CHARGE TUESDAY,20 CSME STUDENT LECTURE 1990 The Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering Speaker: MR. JAMES C. SMITH Manager, Nuclear Products Marketing Babcock & Wilcox Canada Topic NUCLEAR COMPONENT DESIGN AND FABRICATION FOR CA NADIAN AND FOREIGN REACTORS UC 2011 - 2:30 pm CONFERENCE & SEMINAR CENTR "POSITIVE THINKING SEMINAR" Speaker: IRBY STEWART Positive Communications Inc. We will offer some techniques to assist your personal development in order to attain a strong positive attitude in your personal and career dealings. $20 per person WEDNESDAY, 21 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. RICHARD WES1WOOD Chief of Forest Protection and Dutch Elm Disease in Manitoba Topic DUTCH ELM DISEASE IN MANITOBA Room BB-1021 lpm THURSDAY, 22 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. MARGARET HAWTON Department of Physics, LU Topic: FRACTAL MODELS OF IMPEDANCE Room RB 2025 - 3pm MONDAY,26 CONFERENCE & SEMINAR CENTRE "DEALING WITH DIFFICULT CHILDREN" Speaker: DR. DAN KLASSEN Counsellor and Professor, LU An opportunity to acquire methods of parenting children who are quite challenging. $20 per person FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. J.M. RICHARDSON Topic: "Groping, Groaning, Grasping: Courtly Love Peters Out'' B 1022 - 7:30 pm TUESDAY,27 THUNDER BAY 1WINS HOCKEY CLUB vs THUNDER BAY POLICE ASSOCIATION HOCKEY CLUB "FAMILY NIGHT" Fort William Gardens 7:30 pm Free Prizes General Admission WEDNESDAY, 28 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. RICHARD WES1WOOD Chief of Forest Protection and Dutch Elm Disease in Manitoba Topic: DUTCH ELM DISEASE IN MANITOBA Room BB-1021 lpm MARCH I THURSDAY,8 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: PROFESSOR BRIAN LUCKMAN Co-Chair Canadian Global Change Committee Title:"GWBAL CHANGE AND THE RECORD OF THE PAST" RB 1042 - 4:30 pm CONFERENCE & SEMINAR CENTRE "WE'LL MAKE YOU FEEL INCREDIBLE" Ministry of Tourism and Recreation This workshop is designed for all front line staff or staff from smaller establishments. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 1990 Agora Magazine https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/e711258bad255a231e91769522473d41.pdf 6251bb95a72b87093d995f4f29f54d40 PDF Text Text Inside: Rosehart re-appointed ............ 3 Kehlenbeck- Distinguished Instructor .................................. 3 High school students say "yes'r"to LU ...................... 4 RAP conference ........................ 5 Can crushing campus ............ 11 �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart FEDERAL BUDGET The recent federal budget of Mr. Wilson is just a further reflection of the desperate financial shape of Canada. For years, governments have lived . beyond their means, and now Canadians must face the music. What is more disturbing than this bad planning by previous governments are the "targets" of the Mulroney machine. Health care and post-,secondary education are very significant programs that will feel the brunt of the transfer payment cuts. It has been estimated by Treasurer Nixon that, for next year, this represents about $500 million for Ontario alone. Approximately 70% of the transfers are directed at health care, and it is clear that the public will not tolerate reduced access. On the college and university fronts, any reductions here would seriously cripple the future of the country in the coming decade when we are going to see fewer and fewer people enter our work force. The budget has financial vision, but it is sadly lacking in an overall long-term strategy for the nation. Initial comments from the Ontario government seem to indicate that they will maintain their commitments and support to post-secondary education and its importance to the future development of this Province. It is clear, once again, that accessibility will become an issue. It may be in the future that university entrance is limited and more students will involuntarily be directed to a renewed college system. As well, the university system will have to deal collectively with significant tuition fee increases. Obviously, the fallout from the transfer payments reduction will have some imnacts on Lakehead University. It is far too early to predict what specific impacts these will be, but the approval of the 1990/~1 Operating Budget is being delayed until May ~ that we will knm·1 the impact of the Ontario budget expected in early May. In the interim the Vice-President will be reviewing all planned budgeting expenditures for the 1990/91 year. Page2 APPLICATIONS FOR 1990/91 In whatever type of future funding scenarios that Lakehead University may face, student enrolment and student retention will be critical parameters. It looks as if, provincially, the system is close to peaking next year with only a modest 0.6% increase in high school applicants for the Fall of 1990. However, Lakehead is, at this stage, showing a 10.7% increase in applications, the highest of any provincial university. Several of our programs are continuing to show very significant increases in student interest. Particularly encouraging are Arts, Co-op Computer Science, Education, Physical Education, Engineering and ursing. A recent study of the Lakehead Board of Education has shown that 63% of their graduates who pursue a university degree do so at Lakehead University. LAKEHEAD GRAD HIRED BY NASA I just heard about how a professor's interest in keeping track of his students paid big dividends. Ulf Runesson, School of Forestry, went to a conference in Georgia last year and got on a mailing list for the Stennis Space Centre in Mississippi. When he discovered they were looking for a forester with remote sensing background he immediately thought of Robert Zakulak an '89 grad from Winnipeg. Ulf contacted the parents, put the parties in touch with each other and the result was a successful match. Robert's background in forestry with CARIS experience was unique and perfect for the position of developing the forestry application side of the operation. Stennis is an affiliate of NASA mandated to commercialize space and maintain the major software package for remote sensing. Looks like we are now an established contact with NASA thanks to Ulf's efforts. Ulf Runnesson Robert Zakulak SILVER JUBILEE ACTIVITIES A special celebration was held in Atikokan on Friday, February 23, to recognize the contributions made to Atikokan by Lakehead University during the first 25 years of L.U.'s existence. Presentations were made to Lakehead University on behalf of the local member of government, the school boards, and the Township of Atikokan. A display of Visual Arts was complimented by a series of selections by the Music Program's vocal ensemble. A good time was had by the approximately 150 participants including a special guest of the Atikokan students, Dr. E. Zimmermann of the History Department. Other guests included home-town faculty member, Professor Margaret Boone. NOR'WESTERS WIND-UP As the season ends, I must congratulate our student athletes, coaches, and programs for their excellent showing in the Ontario Leagues. Without wanting to single out particular students, special attention is deserved by John Laplante, Sharon Knowles and Kelly Breutigam as well as the first place finish by our Ladies' Nor'Wester Basketball Team. I have been very impressed by the sportsmanship demonstrated by our teams often under very difficult circumstances. Students, faculty and community participation at the C. J. Sanders building is on the increase, and L.U. crowds are becoming notorious in the rest of the leagues. On recent weekends, the Field House has hosted approximately 1,000 participants per game. L.U./CONFEDERATION COLLEGE FITNESS EXPERIMENT Have you taken advantage of the experimental access to t~e Colle~e's facilities yet? If not, you still have time. At the end of the project, I would be interested in your input as to what your experiences were. SHARON MCKAY APPOINTED DEAN AT U. OF REGINA I would like to congratulate Professor Sharon McKay who has accepted the position of Dean of the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Regina beginning July 1990. This speaks well of Sharon personally and professionally and the experience she has gained during her 15 years at Lakehead University. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 1990 �Around Campus DR. BOB ROSEHART RE-APPOINTED FOR 5-YEAR TERM The recommendation of the Presidential Review Committee to re-appoint Dr. Rosehart was unanimously approved by the Board of Governors. Chairman of the Board, Dr. James Colqugoun, said, "the Presidential Review revealed overwhelming support of Dr. Roseharfs administration". Rosehart has been on faculty at LU since 1970. DISTINGUISHED INSTRUCTOR DR. MANFRED KEHLENBECK Dr. Manfred Kehlenbeck, Professor of Geology, has been awarded the prestigious Distinguished Instructor Award for 1989-90. Professor Kehlenbeck has been teaching at LU since 1971. DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC ON TOUR Student and faculty ensembles from the Department of Music recently completed a four-day tour of Northwestern Ontario. Funding for the tour was provided by the Centre for Northern Studies and the co-ordinator was Jeff Gibson, a sessional lecturer in the Department of Music. The tour, which took place February 15 to 18, consisted of six concerts - two each in Fort Frances, Dryden and Kenora. Daytime performances by student and faculty instrumental ensembles took place at Fort Frances and Dryden High Schools and at Beaverbrae High School in Kenora. A total of 1500 high school students attended the performances. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings (Feb.16 to 18) the Lakehead University Vocal Ensemble, Faculty Woodwind Quintet and Student Ensembles gave evening concerts at Fort Frances High School, Knox United Church (Kenora) and Dryden High School. Repertoire ranged from works by Bach, Mendelssohn and VaughnWilliams to jazz standards by Duke Ellington and George Gershwin. Media coverage of several of these events was extensive and the Department of Music wishes to thank the Dryden High School Drama Club and the Lake of the Woods Concert Group for their assistance in organizing the tour. A run-out to Marathon by faculty and student instrumental ensembles is planned or the end of March. ADRIENNE CLARKSON'S PLEA TO CITY COUNCIL In May 1989 I accepted_ an honorary doctorate from Lakehead University. Part of the pleasure of my acceptance was the knowledge that the Lakehead was a historic community with links to the opening of the west and with its key position in the centre of our beloved country. I am now deeply distressed to learn of the motion before your city council, giving vent to ignorance, mean-mindness and lack of understanding of the historic deal which forged our country and which has made it unique. I strongly urge you as a Canadian whom your community has honoured to embrace the spirit of moderation and decency upon which this country was built and reject this motion. EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS Alumni Annual Fund close to reaching $100,000 Goal Opening the mail at Alumni House is one of the more Phonathon that raised $30,000 toward the Association's sixpleasant task because every cheque received puts the staff a figure goal. In February the Alumni Association will have little closer to reaching its goal. By March 1 the Alumni tried something new - using paid student callers to telephone Association had raised $92,652 from 1578 donors and saw the alumni living in Northwestern Ontario.The efforts of six average gift increase to $58. energetic students (most of whom live in LU residence) will Money is used to fund scholarships and bursaries, to very likely push the Association over the top. If you have not purchase books and journals for the library, and to fund a already contributed to the Alumni Annual Fund, why not variety of department and faculty projects. The need for more take a moment now to do so? Your generosity will benefit endowed scholarships is particularly acute because Lakehead everyone connected with LU --especially its future students. University is a comparatively young University. We need to attract students to our northern campus and scholarships are a major incentive. During the past year alone, the Alumni Association established three endowed scholarships valued at $10,000 each - all from money raised through its Alumni Annual Fund. Designating money to library acquisitions is another popular choice among the alumni.Last year the Alumni Association directed over $3,000 to the Chancellor Paterson Library which was used in the purchase of two new subscriptions to CD ROM data bases that the Library would not otherwise have been able to afford. Chief Librarian Fred McIntosh estimates that the average cost of a book for the University collection is $46 and says that the support provided by the Annual Fund is important in helping the library purchase the materials needed to meet the many demands of its users. This year, close to $8,000 has already been designated to the Library and is sure to be a welcome addition to the Library's budget. None of these projects could be possible without the generosity of our 14,000 alumni living in all parts of Canada, the United States and overseas. Last fall, Anne Deighton, Jo Baratta and Fred McIntosh look on as Leila Wallenius demover 90 alumni volunteers participated in a onstrates the CD ROM data base in the Chancellor Paterson Library. March 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Pages �IS SMALL FINALLY BIG? LAKEHEAD TOPS THE CHARTS!! NEW CAMERA INSTALLED Graphics manager Ben Kaminiski oversees the operation of the new graphics camera with operator Debbie Tew. "The computerized programming component will reduce operator time but the big advantage is the elimination of many steps for the high volume, repetitive jobs" says the manager. The old camera was donated to the Visual Arts Department. Approximately 900 requests for graphic support are received annually (including camera work for half-tones, PMT's and negatives). Categories of work include research, teaching aids, student promotion, administration, and offcampus requests. POWER OUTAGE The entire university campus was without power for an extended period when the main feeder line shut down. According to the Director of Campus Development Jim Podd, "It took 6 hours to isolate the problem and we were able to restore power to the residence area first. The crew worked from 4 pm on Sunday, February 25 until nearly noon on Monday when the Bora Laskin building was finally brought on line". TWO GREAT CONCERTS RUDOLF NUREYEV and Friends will dance at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium on Monday, April 9at8pm. Tickets arc $100, $45, $37.50. Call the Box Office. The Lakehead University Vocal Ensemble will perform Choral Music of the 20th Century under Director Allan Beavan on Monday, April 9. The concern will be at St. Paul's United Church at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the door ($5.00/$7.00). Page4 Application figures recently received from the Ontario Universities. Application Centre in Guelph suggest an increase of .6% in applications for admission to Ontario universities from Ontario high school students for 19901991. Applications to Lakehead University have increased by a 10.7% percentage, well above the provincial average. Lakehead University has experienced the largest increase in applications of the provinces 17 universities. The increase may reflect a trend wherein larger numbers of students are applying to the province's smaller universities. According to Registrar Pentti Paularinne, "students say they want to attend a smaller university-a place where they can experience that personal touch. To date, Lakehead University has received a total of 2,319 applications compared to 2,094 at this time last year. Lakehead has in fact already received 100 more applications than were received to the end of the admission cycle last year and the University will continue to accept applications until September for the 1990/91 fall term. The 2,319 applications is the largest number of applications which Lakehead University has received from high school applicants in the past five years. Here are some highlights and trends concerning applications from the high school sector: - Applications to Arts programs have increased by over 20% (563 this year and 466 last year). - Applications to Science Programs have increased 2.8% largely due to the introduction of a new computer science co-op program. . - Applications to the concurrent 4-year Education degree program have increased by 41 % (564 this year and 399 last). - Applications to the Physical Education degree program are also up by 19% (231 this year and 193 last year). . - Engineering applications are up by 21 % (117 this year and 96 last year). . . .. - Nursing experienced a 6% mcrease, s1gmf1cant because nursing applications were down 20% last year over the previous year. . . The only areas which have experienced declines~ application are Business, Forestry and Outd?or_Recreation. The decline in business and forestry applications parallels a provincial trend wherein applications to business programs are down -5% and to forestry by -23%. This is despite the fact that employers indicate there is a big demand for graduates of both business and forestry. Lakehead continues to attract more students from northwestern Ontario (55% in the current year). This is reflected in the recent survey 'Where do They Go' conducted by the Lakehead Board of Education indicating that 63% of the students pursuing university studies are enrolled at Lakehead University. We have no reason to believe statistics would not be similar for the Lakehead Catholic Board. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 1990 �~ Northern Studies ~ i i i A Pre-feasibility Investigation • ·-___~ of the Quetico Research Centre In early December, a contract between the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines and the Centre for Northern Studies was signed awarding the Centre $12,000 to conduct a pre-feasibility study on the viability of a research centre associated with Quetico Park. Quetico Provincial Park is a rich storehouse of archaeological, historical, and biological resources. It already has a reputation as a world-class wilderness resource. The objectives of the study are to determine the most likely fields of research that would occur; to make a preliminary determination of market demands for research support; to prepare a general outline of the facilities that could be included in the research centre; to discuss management options for the facility; and ultimately, to make recommendations on the optimal approach and future considerations for a feasibilty study. The goal of the study is to determine if the concept of a wilderness research centre has enough merit to be pursued at this time.This service contract is important to the Centre because it has direct application to the development of the community of Atikokan and because it has an interdisciplinary focus. The Centre's linkages with the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines are an integral function of the Centre's mandate. It is expected that the study will be completed in early May. The Lakehead University Norwesters are victorious in more ways than one. All varsity teams have done well so far this season and they are expected to do even better as they move into the crunch for top spot. The Lady Norwester Basketball squad has earned a trip to Ottawa for the Ontario Women's Intercollegiate Athletic Association championship, March 3 and 4. The Lady Norwesters clinched top spot to win the West Division of the OWIAA after defeating the University of Waterloo 61-46. The team finished the season with an unbeatable 12-2 record and are currently ranked 8th nationwide. The Lakehead Norwesters Men's Basketball team locked in a playoff spot after a 86-74 victory over the McMaster Marauders. The win earned the team sixth place in the Ontario Universities Athletic rankings and a berth in the Ontario Universities Athletic Association playoffs. The Norwesters headed to St. Catherines to play Brock in one of two sudden death games. There they lost to Brock 78-66. The winner there will play in the final four at Western. The Lakehead University Women's Volleyball team defeated Waterloo to sweep their final regular-season OWIAA series and advance to the provincial championship. The Norwesters finished the season with a 10-4 record and third place in the West Division of the Ontario Women's Intercollegiated Athletic Association. The championship tournament was held February 23 to 25 in Waterloo and Lakehead University defeated Windsor for the consolation title and fifth place overall. Lakehead University wrestlers Mike Kirlew and Tony Gallo finished in the top three at the Ontario Universities Athletic Association championship. Kirlew, competing in the heavyweight division, finished second in his category and Gallo won a bronze in the 61 kg. class. They compete at the national championship held March 2 - 3 at Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick. MAKIN GA ... _ GREAT LAKE SUPERIOR: Remedial Action Plarts ln The Basin March 22-24 1990 Lakehead Centre fcfrNorthem -Studies at Lakehead University and The Canada and United States Lake Superior RAP teams are. hosts for thisconference to be held at Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay. Remedial Action Plans, or RAPs, are part of a joint U$./ Canada initiative to clean up water pollution in the Great Lakes. The task can only be accomplished through cooperation at many community levels. This conference is our opportunity to work together to make a Great Lake Superior! Be an active contributor to the discussion. Meet others in government, business and environmental groups who are interested in solving international water pollution problems. For more information, please contactBetty Salo, Conference Coordinator, Centre for Northern Studies, Lakehead Uriiversity:at~3-8377. Spotlight On Cross -Country Skier Mark Puumala Mark Puumala, a Geology graduate student, is not only a scholar but a successful athlete. Mark graduated in May 1989 with a BSc. from LU and received a NSERC scholarship to come back and do his Masters degree. This is Mark's third season as a member of the Lakehead University ski team and his most successful. "The season has been going well. I've been improving all the way through. I skied in Sudbury a few weekends ago and made 11th place with 80 skiers in the race". He has been training especially hard this year because this is his next to last season skiing for the university and he wants to do the best he can for the team. "I've been racing since I was 8 years old. It's my 15th or 16th year of racing." Mark recently returned from Ottawa and the Ontario University Championships where he came 15th in the race. "I hoped to finish in the top 10 in this race but I skied my best. I was very pleased with my performance". Mark has set goals for himself. 'This year I want to finish in the top 10 in Ontario. It's within reach. This summer I'll devote myself to training as well as working on my thesis at the university. I hope to be in the top 5 or even top 3 next season because it will be my last year with the university". March 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Pages �Northern Insights At spring training camp for the New York Mets, a reporter once asked Casey Stengel what the prospects were for two twenty year old try-outs. "In ten years, one guy has a chance of being a star. In ten years the other guy has a chance to be thirty.'' The laconic Stengel was well placed to make his prediction come true. Academics, on the other hand, usually lack Stengel's ability to pull strings, yet they often gaze into a crystal ball. Making predictions is now one of the academic's everyday responsibilities as an intellectual resource for society. At an economic developer's conference held recently in Thunder Bay, forecasts by academics took centre stage, even though crystal balls were long ago cut out of academic budgets. Instead, the academics relied on analyzing the past and present, then projected those trends into the future. The conference, called "Preparing for the 90's,'' presented the academics with a rare opportunity to influence the future direction of northern Ontario. The academics did not have Casey Stengel's authority to choose future players, but the academics did have the opportunity to inspire the thinking of other managers. The conference was organized by the "Northwestern Ontario Economic Development Association" - a looselywoven coalition of municipal economic development officers, industrial training specialists, economists, and civil servants. The Association has spent years breaking down "my town first" parochialism in the field of economic development. Ideas and business opportunities are shared, except where commercial confidentiality may be violated. Scarce resources, both human and financial, are pooled rather than jealously guarded. The Association also recognized the need to break down the parochialism of being only "the northwest'', and extended invitations to the conference to their counterparts in the northeast. The combined effect of all these initiatives brought nearly 200 delegates to the Airlane Hotel January 10-12, and created a framework to make the conference an annual evc:-.t. The academics given centre stage included Dr. Willia~ Fyfe, the Dean of Science at the University of Western Ontario, Dr. David Foot, a demographer from the economics department at the University of Toronto, and economics Pages by Larry Sanders Professor Norman Bonsor from Lakehcad. They were each asked to apply their expertise to paint their own portrait of the 90's, to equip the economic development workers with ammunition to "make it" in the turbulent times ahead. Dr. Fyfe, an internationally respected environmental expert, frightened and challenged delegates with his graphic pictures of global pollution and overpopulation. He said the combined effects of soil depletion and global warming would transform northern Ontario into a "semi-arctic desert'' within 20 to 30 years. He bluntly told the delegates, "Canada has no moral right to talk to anyone about the environment. We are now the biggest energy users in the world, and also hold the record for per capita methane gas •'Demographics is the fundamental basis on which you must build your economic development strategies. Yes, you have to worry about lots of other things. But if you get the demographics wrong, you've got a very, very cracked foundation on which everything else is to be built". production. We are, per capita, the dirtiest people in the world."He encouraged the economic developers to recognize the new "green" context for their work. 'There is a new word in the vocabulary of world management. It's that word 'sustainable'. Is what we are doing sustainable, even if we are making occasionally some money?" Dr. Foot added demography to the economic devclopers'toolbox. "Demographics is the fundamental basis on which you must build your economic development strategies. Yes, you have to worry about lots of other things. But if you get the demographics wrong, you've got a very, very cracked foundation on which everything else is to be built." Like Casey Stengel, he based his analysis on the assumption "every year, we all get one year older," and showed how Canada's population is expected to peak within the next two to three decades, then start to decline, unless Ottawa changes the nation's immigration policies, or there's an unexpected reversal in the declining fertility rate of Canadian women. Northern Ontario, according to Foot, will have an even greater concentration of older people, and a further decline in the 16-25 age group. ''The percentage of younger people is declining dramatically. That's why schools have had to be dosed ." For those planning economic development, that's distressing news, because "if you're looking for young, inexperienced workers, or young cheap workers to plan your economic development patterns around, they simply are not going to be there." Professor Bonsor spoke the morning after Fyfe and Foot. Bonsor upset many delegates with his statement "When you look at development and diversification, I think anybody who believes that that is easy, or that every community represented in this room is going to do it, has been eating funny mushrooms. Not all small, or even some of the larger communities, will succeed in attracting new ventures to replace existing declining employment bases. We have spent, as a society, a lot of money, and a lot of time, attempting to attract ventures, firms, to northwestern Ontario. The success of that over the years has been very limited. And I don't think this is at all surprising." Delegates such as the executive director of Thunder Bay's Economic Development Corporation, Dick Charbonneau, challenged Bonsor. Charbonneau said that communities could diversify, if they took advantage of the Free Trade Agreement with the United States, and redefined their market as the North American midwest. Reluctantly, Bonsor agreed. If the predictions of Fyfe, Foot and Bonsor are accurate, northern Ontario's future is one where the integrity of the environment is supreme, the market orientations are north-south rather than cast-west, the labour force is smaller, older, and highly specialized, and only some communities now on the map will be there in 30 years. On top of that, the north, like the rest of Canada, will be under pressure from an overpopulated globe to fill in some of our "wide open spaces" with new immigrants. That may not be a team that can win the World Series, but at least we'll all be ten years older, and we might have a good shot at making the playoffs. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 1990 �New Faces Doug Stone has been appointed industrial technology advisor at Innovation North. He has a BSc and is a registered professional mechanical engineer. Doug brings to the university 18 years experience with the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool. "I hope to bring a good connection between the university and industry". Doug seems to enjoy wearing many hats at once. He is a lecturer in the first year technology program in the school of engineering which he refers to as "lots of work and a lot of fun". He also manages to continue work on his Graduate Business Diploma Program, hack away on his computer and fit in the odd camping, canoing or skiing excursions with his family. You can meet this buzy man in his office on the fourth floor of the Centennial Building or by calling 343-8124. Tracy O'Neill works in Photocopy Services in the Library. Most of her work experience has been in the hotel industry but finds her job in the Library "totally different, definitely enjoyable". Tracy likes the pace on the second floor. "It's always busy. I like working with lots of people. Everyone is really friendly and I like the environment". Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Tracy spends some of her spare time doing crosstitch and various crafts. With the spirit of a true Northerner often she can be found "roughing it" in the great outdoors. Tracy's favourite fishing hole is Kab Lake where she and fellow outdoorspersons pitch their tents in the most isolated spot they can find. Meeting Dr. Dan Weeks in his The minute Emily Scott speaks, sparkle and enthusiasm are evident. office is a memorable experience. Mrs. Scott was hired as the Special While the newly-appointed asistant professor in the School of needs assistant in the Leaming Centre. She is currently going dePhysical Education discusses partment by department talking cognitive psychology and how that about the Centre's services. She relates to athletics one cannot help feels strongly that it is critical to but notice the drums, weight lifting work together to ensure a unified poster, an album with Charlie approach to meeting the needs of Watts and a kilt. students. She discusses problems in Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, the classrooms and resources availDan began his education at Humable to faculty and students. Anber College in music but quickly ~~~~~=!!= :::::!~d other component of her job is to be a decided that the life of a musician liaison for the students and outside agencies that may be rewas not for him. He earned a BA from the University of quired. Emily describes herself as "one of the unfortunates Windsor and his MSc from McMaster in 1985. A PhD at who lives and sleeps her job. I admit the job becomes quite Auburn followed and a post-doctoral fellowship with the consuming." It's her passion for justice and equaltiy, comUnited States Air Force. Dan was at Purdue University in bined with her teaching background and a 12-year interest in Wisconsin for over a year doing research and some teaching and looks forward to his future at Lakehead. 'The potential is reading and reading disorders that gives her insight into the special problems that some students face. "It surprises many great. This university seems to be on the upswing compared people to discover that there are so many students who know to other Canadian universities. That was one of the reasons that they have a learning problem and don't know where to why I came here". Music is still a big part of Dan's life and he's already joined tum for help." Scott believes that we always face the unknown factor but really the sky's the limit for all learners. the Thunder Bay Police Pipe Band. "I started in a pipe band "We cannot foresee what we are capable of. I believe that in at the age of 10 but at that time I wanted to be a rock star the past, people just dropped out. That's why I'm so conmaybe I'm just returning to my roots" he laughed. cerned that people come forward and seek help. It behoves the university to take a leadership role. and use our creativity to make it more possible for people with special needs to succeed." March 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 7 �People, Papers/Publications & Special Projects Dr. Doug Thom, School of Education, is currently ~~=~ researching aspects of public education financing in Ontario. He will be presenting a major paper on his research findings at the Learned Societies Canadian Association for the Study of ~=t;!;~[!iir' 1 Educational Administration (CASEA) Conference in June in Victoria. :Si;t:.t;Q Dr. A. H. Mamoojee, Department of Lans~====~ guages, presented a paper t~{!~~J:iY entitled "The Asian proconsulship of Q. Cicero: an appraisal" at the annual meeting of the Classical Association of the Canadian West, held at the University of Winnipeg on the 16th and 17th of February 1990. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Students, Faculty, and Alumni are encouraged to respond to the call for nominations for the Distinguished Instructor Award for 1990-91. The $3,500 award is to be used to further the academic development of the faculty member. The award was given last year for the first time to Dr. Penny Petrone, School of Education. Nominations may be made by faculty members, Department Heads or Chairs, Deans, groups of at least five students or Alumni, with each group submitting a supporting letter. The nominating letter must be submitted to the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning by May 30, 1990. A list of supporting documentation and the criteria for selection will be published by April 30, 1990. Candidates are expected to submit a full dossier by September 30, 1990. A faculty member may receive only one award every ten years. Awards In recognition of scholarly activity, research and publications, or service and outstanding contribution to their university and Department /School, the Deans of Arts and Science and professional Studies announce the 1989/90 MERIT AWARDS PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Dr. K. Brown, Forestry; Dr. M. C. Courtland, Education; Dr. T. Song, Physical Education; Professor C. Loos, Nursing; Dr. S. A. Mirza, Engineering; Dr. V. R. Puttagunta, Engineering; Prof. R. Nelson, Business; Prof. M. Boone, Nursing; Dr. R. Lappage, Physical Education. 1989/90 MERIT AWARDS ARTS AND SCIENCE Dr. J.E. Molto, Anthropology; Dr. M. Knowles, Biology; Dr. N. Weir, Chemistry; Dr. S. R. MacGillivray, English; Dr. J.M. Richardson, English; Dr. H. Rasid, Geography; Dr. G. Borradailc, Geology; Dr. R. Mitchell, Geology; Dr. J. D. Rabb, Philosophy; Dr. R. Delaney, Social Work; Dr. D. Nock, Sociology. CONTRIBUTIONS TO TEACHING AWARDS The Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning is pleased to announce that the following have been voted recipients of the Contributions to Teaching Awards for 1989-90: Faculty of Arts and Science - Dr. B. O'Connor - Dr. M. Sellick -Mrs. P. Warywoda Faculty of Professional Studies - Mr. D. H. Alexander - Dr. M. H. Khan - Mr. M. Zettek Three Faculty members, Dr. S. R. Goldstein, from the Arts and Sciences, and Mrs. M. Maclean and Dr. D. Klassen from Professional Studies were nominated but since they received the award two years ago were ineligible for this competition (the award can only be given to a Faculty member once in three years). Nominations were also received for Mrs. D. Wawia and Mr. S. Chase from Professional Studies. All are to be congratulated for the fine support they received from their students. The time and effort given by the students to write the letters and obtain signatures is very much appreciated by the Committee. TBSO IMPLEMENTS RUSH SEATING FOR STUDENTS In order to make concerts more accessible to students, the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra has implemented Rush Seats for it's Auditorium concerts. The rush seating policy takes effect immediately and will continue into next season. At any Symphony concert held at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, students can purchase rush scats at a cost of $9.00 each. The tickets must be bought in person between 6:30 and 7 pm on the evening of the concert. Pages John Russell, Director of External Relations, happily recei.ves the last installment of a five year $20,000 pledge from Labatt's Ontario Breweries. District Manager Gord Kyle presents the cheque. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 1990 �Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES For further information on any of these Research Programs, please contact Anne Fiorenza, Research Officer, at ext. 8223 GRANTS AWARDED Dr. Alan Gilbert (Chemical Engineering) in conjunction with Canadian Pacific Forest Products Ltd., has been awarded a research grant through the Ministry of Colleges and Universities' University Research Incentive Fund (URIF). This research will use a new high consistency mixer/ reactor to bleach kraft pulp with chlorine dioxide in a search for conditions which minimize the formation of chlorate. The URIF program encourages university-industry research partnerships by matching dollar for dollar, eligible investmen ts by the private sector in university-based contract research. Dr. Moira McPherson (Physical Education) in collaboration with Digi-Laser Inc. has been awarded a URIF research grant to study the "Feasibility of a Customized Approach to Computer Assisted Leaming.'' The proposed feasibility study is designed to evaluate the user acceptability and costs associated with the implementation of a dynamic interactive course medium using a combination of hypertext, graphics, animation and artificial intelligence software techniques. Dr. Muzibul H. Khan (Electrical Engineering) has been awarded a Science and Technology Agency Fellowship by NSERC and the Japan International Science and Technology Exchange Center (JISTEC). Dr. Khan will spend 6 months in Japan working with the Communications Research Laboratory on a research project entitled, "Hand-off Control for Microcellular Communication Systems." NEWS FROM SSHRC 1990 Strategic Grants Many changes have occurred in the SSHRC Strategic Grants program this year. These changes were made in accordance with recommendations made by the Paquet Task Force. The principal conclusions from this review were that greater attention be given to promoting interdisciplinary and intersectoral approaches to pressing research issues. Therefore, support will be given in the following areas: (a) Strategic Research Grants ($100,000 per year up to $250,000 over three years); (b) Research Networks ($40,000 maximum per year); (c) Research Workshops ($15,000 maximum per year); and (d) Partnership Development Grants (up to $5,000). The new themes introduced by SSHRC will provide Lakehead University researchers the opportunity of participating in exciting areas of research of national importance. The new themes for 1990 are: Women and Work; Education and Work in a Changing Society; Managing for Global Competitiveness; Science and Technology Policy in Canada; and Applied Ethics. Deadlines: April 17, 1990 and October 15, 1990. Canadian Studies Research Tools (CSRT) Program The purpose of the CSRT program is to further the develop- ment of Canadian studies by making accessible primary and secondary print and non-print, documentary materials of importance for advanced research in Canadian studies areas. The program supports bibliographic projects and archival projects, with awards reaching a maximum of $75,000. This program particularly encourages the preparation and dissemination of research tools which will ensure broadly based intellectual access to materials in areas inadequately covered by existing research tools. Deadline: April 1, 1990. Learned Society Conference For all SSHRC Eligible faculty attending the Learned Societies Conference, SSHRC invites all researchers to attend information sessions concerning changes in the Council's research grants and strategic grants resulting from the report of the second task force on priorities (Paquet Report) and the report of the research grants review committee (Courtney Report). For dates and times please refer to the Conference Agenda. SOCIAL SCIENCE FEDERATION OF CANADA Aid to Scholarly Publications Programme The program is designed to assist the publication of works of advanced scholarship which make an important contribution to the advancement of knowledge, but which are unlikely to be self-supporting. The programme helps defray the publisher's deficit on the production and marketing of the book. Deadline: Open. NEWS FROM NSERC 1990 Strategic Grants For the past few years, the Strategic Grants Program has been subject to evaluation, review and analysis by NSERC. The result has been the establishment of mission statements for each of the following ten strategic themes: (a) Advanced Technologies (Information Systems; Biotechnology; Industrial Materials, Products, and Processes; Manufacturing Systems; Energy), (b) Natural Resources (Food, Agriculture and Aquaculture; Forestry; Mineral Resources; Oceans and Inland Waters), (c) Environmental Quality, and (d) Open. NSERC Strategic Grant Representatives will be on campus on March 29, 1990 to discuss the strategic themes and changes. Deadline: May 1, 1990. THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR AIDS RESEARCH Request for Proposals The American Foundation for AIDS Research (AmFAR) invites researchers to submit a pre,application Letter of Intent for projects in biomedical, humanistic, and social sciences research relevant to AIDS. This RFP is issued for their Research Grants Program ($50,000 per year) and Small Grants Program ($5,000 for travel). Deadline: April 10, 1990 DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY MINES AND RESOURCES Environmental Studies Revolving Funds The Environmental Studies Revolving Funds are intended to address only issues directly related to oil and gas exploration and development needs. Issues associated with offshore activities in southern Canada are funded by the EMR. Issues associated with offshore activities in Canada's north are funded by Indian and Northern Affairs In Northern Development. Deadline: Open. CANADA: DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS International Cooperation Assistance Fund on New Information Technologies March 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page9 �The International Cooperation Assistance Fund's purpose is to encourage the private and public sectors to acquire from aborad the know-how necessary to strengthen the development of competitive Canadian Industry in new information technologies. The fund is intended to increase participation by Canadian organizations in cooperative international research projects. The maximum value of the award is $200,000 per year. Deadline: Open. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Research Grants The purpose of the National Geographic Society Research Grants is to support research projects relevant to the field of geography as interpreted broadly. Grants normally are made only for field research. The areas of study supported are Anthropology, Archaeology, Astronomy, Biology, Botany, Ecology, Geography, Geology, Oceanography, Paleontology and Zoology. Deadline: Open. NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION (NATO) Advanced Research Workshops The purpose of the Advanced Research Workshops programme is to contribute to the critical assessment of existing knowledge on new, important topics, to identify directions for future research and to promotes close working relations between scientists from different countries and different professional experiences. The areas of study supported are Applied Sciences, Social Sciences, Chemistry, Geosciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Mathematics. Deadline: Open. RESEARCH CORPORATION Cottrell Grants Cottrell Research Grants are given to assist scientists to conduct basic research in the natural sciences. Research Corporation seeks to place Cottrell Research Grants in situations of genuine opportunity where well-timed support can lead to significant contributions to scientific knowledge and to the development of the investigator, his students and institution. Deadline: Open. UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES World Wildlife Fund - Endangered Species Recovery Fund (April 1, July 1, October 1, January 1), Wildlife Toxicology Fund (anytime). Laidlaw Foundation Program - Children and Families at Risk Program (May 1, September 1, November 1), Laidlaw Scholar Program (anytime), Laidlaw Conservation Program (July 1). Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies - Research Grants (April 1), Doctoral Thesis Fellowship in Ukrainian History (May 1, 1990). Ontario Ministry of Health - Research Program (April 1, 1990) The G. Alan Roeber Institute - Research programs (April 30, 1990) University Research Incentive Fund (URIF)- May 31, 1990 Association of Universities and Colleges (AUCC) - Microfunds (May 1, 1990) We've been cut!!! Michael Wilson's budget has created a crisis for Native commmunications societies. Rumours of impending slashes and, in some cases, total cuts to these government-funded programs in the February 20 budget have become a reality. No longer will Native newspapers be supported through the federal government. All money flowing to the Native Communications Program (NCP) has been cut as of April 1. The Northern Native Broadcast Access Program (NNBAP) has been cut by 16 per cent. Twenty-one Native communication societies are in trouble! Budget cuts to these programs will create severe financial problems for most of these societies, which will ultimately reflect in the programming and delivery of communication services to Native people Using Wawatay as an example, a total cut of the NCP may mean no more community radio maintenance, higher rental fees for trail radios and no translation in Wawatay News. Cuts to NNBAP will result in lower quality Native-language television and radio programming, as well as fewer on-air hours for both media. As many as 20 jobs held mostly by Native people may be cut in Wawatay's Sioux Lookout and Moose Factory offices. Our readers and listeners in the North will suffer great losses, including a major thrust in language retention, literacy, cultural preservation and the right to be informed through Native-language media. So what can be done to fight these cuts? First of all, we need as many supporters of Native communications programs as possible to make lots of noise. Supporters have to yell loud enough for the Secretary of State to hear a united chorus of "no cuts" to these programs. It is important that people write letters to their members of parliament, the Secretary of State, and anyone else who will listen. If we don't start shouting now, we may be too late. We must prevent the presses from being stopped, the airways from being silenced, and a valuable tool in preserving and retaining Native language and culture from being lost. Native communication services are too important to be thrown away so wantonly. We must fight, and fight hard, to survive. We need your help, now. Please write the Secretary of State and your member of parliament today. Native communication programs affected r r 16% cut to the Northern Native Broadcast Access Program which funds: • Native radio and televlslon programming 100% cut to the Native Communications Program which funds: • Native newspapers • • Translation services • Community radio maintenance • HF and trail radio maintenance and rental Reprinted with permission from Megan Williams, Editor Wawatay Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - March 1990 �DESPITE GAINS, WOMEN STILL UNDER-REPRESENTED IN ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCES - AUCC Women still account for only one in eight full-time students in engineering and applied sciences in Canada, according to statistics published today by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)."Obviously, there are serious barriers to equitable representation of women in engineering," said AUCC President Claude Lajeunesse." In fields like education and the humanities, our figures show that half or more of the students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels are women. A rate of only one in eight in engineering raises questions that need to be answered."The AUCC is among five participants in an 18-month study, announced today by federal Science and Technology Minister William ~inegard, to propose ways of attractmg and keeping women in engineering. Other participants are the Canadian Council of Professional Engineers, the Congress of Canadian Engineering Students, Employment and Immigration Canada, and Industry, Science and Technology Canada. "A Shipwrecked Miami Couple Owe Their Lives To A Clever Gadget That Makes Seawater Drinkable" says a catchy title. According to shipwreck survivors who endured 66 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean, they would have died where it not for a seven pound device with an appropriate name Survivor. The couple subsisted for more than two months on raw fish and the precious three litres of potable water squeezed out of the Survivor each day. The inventor is Dick Hembree an LU Engineering graduate. He is a design engineer at Recovery Engineering in Minneapolis. Lets hope he brings his amazing invention to Homecoming '90. Last Writes Katherine Shedden, Editor Ingolf Richter, my fellow editor at the Chronicle Journal, pressed a nerve when he recently made comments about sexism, university students and our stud~nt newspaper. It is paternalistic and condescending to dismiss the engineenng students' efforts to investigate the appropriateness of their Godiva logo as "silly". I believe strongly that university students are full members of the "th_inking adult community'' and just as adults must take responsibility for their actions, so ~ust ~tuden~s, whethe~ 18, 28 or 48. His statement that university students thmk with their crotches 1s totally offensive. I am constantly impressed with the calibre of student at Lakehead, whether it's the one who turned in a reporter's lost lens, the grad student who devotes countless (unpaid) hours to environmental concerns (see photo below), the head of a student club who organizes events for the community or one of the many who hold down part-time jobs in addition to full-time studies. We have 3,500 full-time students and another 2,500 part-time: does he really believe his comments apply to the majority. I do not. . I am infori:ned ~hat the Argus is the only weekly student newpaper published by a umvers1ty the size of Lakehead. The staff does not deserve the whitewashing Richter offered. They cope well with limited resources, both human and financial. They tum out a weekly product that informs, challenges, educates_an~ supports s_tudents. I'm trying to imagine the campus without this commumcahon tool. Mistakes and weaknesses? Sure. I also see them in my publication and in the local newspapers. . Come on, Ingolf. What if your cynicism rubs off on the next generation of Journalists or environmentalists? Projects like this tin-can recycling project and the plastic mug program exist because of caring and dedicated students like ECHO President Lucie Lavoie. There are more 50 clubs on campus that serve to improve the quality of student life on campus and have a positive impact on the greater Thunder Bay community. ANOTHER SALTY STORY Lisa Riseling, a member of the Mackenzie expedition and 1989 Honours Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation graduate, will spend the next six months sailing around the world. Riseling was hired as a midshipmen aboard the Pogoria, a 47-metre tall ship from Poland that will serve as a floating classroom for about 20 students from West Island College in Pointe Claire Quebec. Her journey will include travelling up the Amazon River, up the western coast of Africa and into Polands Gdansk. Dream come true? Call Jim Smithers who made the trip himself and recommended Riseling. March 1990 AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the April Agora is March 15, 1990. MARCH FREE CORNWALL CONCERTS Recital Hall - 12:30 pm Mar. 20 - Denis Brott, Cello (Toronto) Heather Morrison, piano - $3.00 Mar. 25 - Lakehead University Wind Ensemble, Bora Laskin Auditorium - 8 p.m. $3.50 April 9 -Lakehead University Vocal Ensemble - St. Paul's United Church 8 p.m. -$5.00/$7.00 INTERNATIONAL FILMS Braun Bldg. 1021- 8 pm For information call 343-8260 Free- Everyone Welcome CAMBRIAN PLAYERS PRESENTS SAILING ON THE AGE WAVE" Life Doesn't Stop - till you let it" University Centre Theatre -8 PM TUESDAY, 13 & THURSDAY, 15 SILVER JUBILEE SLIDE PRESENTATION" The Beauty and Magnificence of the Mediaeval Churches in Europe Dr. Walter Crowe, Bus. Administration Ryan Building 20247 - 9 PM FREE ADMISSION FRIDAY,9 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: MIKE KAULBARS Founder of "Friends of the Rainforest'' (Canadian Chapter) Topic: TROPICAL RAINFOREST SUSTAINABLE USE AND TOURISM Hosted by the Outdoor Recreation Student's Society and ECHO SN-1015 - 7 PM SATURDAY, 10 Ninth Annual Women's Celebration Potluck Supper and Entertainment Jennifer Garrett, the Women's Choir The Raging Grannies & International Dances - Strathcona Golf Course BRING A DISH 6:30 PM - 1 AM MONDAY,12 University of Manitoba Topic: DETERMINATION OF CATION ORDER IN ROCK-FORMING MINERALS BY RIETVELDT ANALYSIS CB-3031 - 4 PM FRIDAY,30 End of Classes Social Main Cafeteria - 3:30 - 6:30 pm APRIL FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. ROB KERRICH University of Saskatchewan Topic: THE GEODYNAMIC SETTING OF GOLD DEPOSITS CB-3031-4 PM Hosted by the Geology Department ST. PATRICK'S DAY SOCIAL MAIN CAFETERIA LU Spring Invitational Ski Series Place: Big Thunder Event: Slalom and Giant Slalom Races 10 am-4pm Everyone Welcome!! TUESDAY,20 CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES Denis Brott, cello (Toronto) _ Heather Morrison, piano - $3.00 WEDNESDAY, 21 CONFERENCE AND SEMINAR CENTRE Speaker: FRANK SCARCELLO Royal Trust Topic: MUTUAL FUND INVESTING 7-9pm FREE OF CHARGE THURSDAY, 22 SILVER JUBILEE FREE PUBLIC LECTURE BIRTHDAYPARTY#6 Speaker: DR. JOHN PERCIVAL Geological Survey of Canada Topic: ARCHEAN EVOLUTION FROM THREE-DIMENSIONAL CRUST AL EXPOSURES OF THE SUPERIOR PROVINCE CB-3031- 4 PM AGORA -11:30-1:30 PM SUNDAY,25 Lakehead University Wind Ensemble Bora Laskin Auditorium 8 p.m. $3.50 ·ruESDAY, 13 TUESDAY,3 CONFERENCE AND SEMINAR CENTRE Speaker: GINO L. ARNONE, Lawyer When developing a Business concept, this seminar will assist in your decisions on how to approach the ideas of whether to incorporate, develop a Partnership, or decide on Sole Propietorship - 7 - 9 PM - $10 per person ~ -- ---- ---- ~ Agorl\~ The AGORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. It is published monthly (except August), and is distributed free of charge to the University's faculty and staff, local government, media, business and friends of the University. Credit is appreciated when material is reproduced or quoted. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource March 1990 Agora Magazine https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/b4c70596e0a6997bb34cb652ace5ad07.pdf 36e3a9bdedf37f8a79a4f1b49357a66d PDF Text Text Inside: Chancellor stays on .................. 2 Temagami ........................ 3 & 10 New Faces ................................ 4 R.A.P. Wrap Up ........................ 6 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 4 APRIL 1990 Pt/ tli1ttliJa11 . tzttt Jean Chretien, our 1988 honorary degree recipient, dropped by the final Silver Jubilee Birthday Party on March 22 and was delighted with his "red" LU gifts. Greg "Louis Armstrong" Beckford belts out his rendition of "A Wonderful World" to a cheering crowd (guitarist Gus Pappas may leave his fourth year Outdoor Recreation studies to go on the road with him). Party organizer Lorraine Harris and Denise Bruley, Information Office, chat with Chretien prior to his speech on Canadian nationalism and the French-English language issues. �The local economic impact is estimated Chancellor Selection to be three to five million dollars. Some I am pleased to announce that the months ago, Lakehead University Electoral Board has invited Chancellor officially inquired of the Royal Society Report B. Weiler to remain in his position for a the possibility that Thunder Bay (and further term of one From the Lakehead University) might host a year and that a future conference. A positive response President Chancellor-elect has has been shown to that request and, on been designated. A March 26 and 27, a two-person public delegation inspected Thunder Bay as a announcement on possible contender for the 1993 Dr. Bob Rosehart the Chancellor-elect conference. With the support from the will be made in midCity, the Chamber of Commerce, and Ontario University Funding Levels 1990 to be effective Confederation College, Lakehead Concern continues to be expressed in 1991. I University was able to present a strong around the system with respect to the congratulate and case for Thunder Bay. One negative level of funding to be provided to the thank Chancellor factor raised by the visiting delegation Ontario university system for next year. Weiler for agreeing to serve Lakehead It is felt that if the province is reasonable University in this role for this year and I was the recent City resolution. A decision on the 1993 site will be and truly interested in the future look forward to Convocation '90. made by this fall, and I will keep you development of the youth of this Building Projects Update posted. Having Thunder Bay and province, additional considerations will At long (and late) last, it appears as if Lakehead host this prestigious event be forthcoming in the spring provincial the detailed design drawings for the would be a significant milestone in our budget. I would encourage each and Student Centre and the Regional future development as a major corridor every one of you to use every Education Project are to be completed post-secondary institution. opportunity to present the case of the by April 15, 1990 at which time the needs of the university system. Silver Jubilee Ball project will be tendered. The tender The Silver Jubilee Ball will be held Concern with Campus Safety price will be known three to four weeks on Friday, May 11 at the Airlane Motor Over the past few years on this after that date, and about all we can do Hotel. Tickets may be reserved by campus (as at almost all Ontario at this stage is pray! Both projects look contacting my Secretary, Linda Phillips, university campuses), concerns have very promising, and we will have to at 343-8200. Response to date has been been raised with respect to campus safety wait and see what May brings. good, and participants are encouraged and possible crime and assaults. Over Learned Societies' Meeting to bring friends. the years, a number of very deliberate Each year, over approximately a oneand concrete steps have been taken to End of Classes month period, the Learned Societies minimize the opportunity for such With the end of classes comes the Conference is held in Canada. This incidents. Special lighting and the conference brings to a community some annual examination ritual. I must cut Beverly-Balmoral entrance construction this article short, as I am under threat to 6,000 to 8,000 delegates in total and were projects significantly considered for get my examination submitted! approximately 1,800 at any one time. safety considerations. The current concerns with respect to campus safety are valid, and further progressive action needs to be taken in Archie Colosimo concert with L.U.S.U. to establish programs and policies to ensure Appointed Ombudsperson maximum safety for our students on campus. I am particularly encouraged that serious consideration is being given Armand "Archie" Colosimo has been apto an escort-type model. pointed Lakehead University's second OmbudTo place the issue of Lakehead sperson. Archie brings a wealth of experience campus safety in relative context, from to the position. For a number of years he was what I know of incidents at several other Attendance Counsellor at the Lakehead Ontario university campuses, Lakehead District Separate School Board and until is about as safe a campus as you can get recently, was the Executive Director working in today's society. This does not mean with young offenders at the Creighton Centre. that we should not continue to improve Archie has been involved with community our position, and this is a position that I organizations such as the VON and Big strongly support. Brothers as well as volunteer activities like little league baseball, hockey and youth emRegional Science Fair ===========:.. ployment. "I have always been involved with In early April, Lakehead University youth, their families and community based programs. The experience has given held the Northwestern Ontario Regional me a broad range in almost all areas of community service and wide experience Science Fair in the C. J. Sanders Fieldin knowing how community programs operate". Archie looks forward to house. Over the years, many of our meeting and advising the members of the university community. For office faculty have participated as judges. This hours and further information contact Archie at 343-8061. year's Chief Judge was Dr. Alastair Macdonald of the Department of Biology. Page 2 AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Aprll 1990 �Around Campus calls "outrageous ignorance from forest rangers", referring to the Ministry of The Horrors In El Salvador Natural Resources, and the systematic Lutheran missionary Brian Rude, process of "land taken by design from spoke to an audience of students, staff us by an alien government". The Temeand faculty about his experiences in El Augama Anishnabai, according to Potts, Salvador in the Agora on March 14. has been struggling for 113 years to Rude served as a pastor at Fe y resolve the issue of ownership of the Esperanza (Faith and Hope) orphanage land with the government of Ontario. in San Salvador. According to Rude, "We have to explain to an uninformed threats to church workers by the El public that its our land, when the Salvadoran police were common. In government has no document to say it November, following a rebel offensive in owns it either''. The solution for Potts the capital, at great risk to themselves, would be an offer of a treaty and a orphanage workers went into the streets reserve in the Temagami area. Potts to help the injured. On November 17 and the Teme-Augama Anishnabai have soldiers entered the orphanage and spent the past 16 years with their case in arrested Rude along with I 1 others the courts. The band which has inhabdoctors, a nurse, pastor and lay workers. ited the area for 6000 years, lays claim to In a world where attending university about 10,000 square kilometres of land. and studying Marxist doctrines are This land includes all disputed parconsidered subversive actions, Rude is klands and most of the forestry areas as lucky. He was not beaten or tortured well. Their case is now before the during his night in prison - rather Supreme Court of Canada. interrogated and deprived of sleep. "We were treated royally in comparison". According to Rude, torture at the government's hand is sophisticated. ''They do not visibly injure or mark the body. They try to destroy internal organs which are not as obvious". A technique commonly used is called "la capucha" (the hood). A rubber hood filled with lime is placed over the head of the victim who eventually must inhale the lime until he loses consciousness. He is then revived and the process is repeated continuously. Rude is travelling across Canada to make people aware of the terror El Chief Gary Potts Salvadorans must face each day and he In December 1989 Gary Potts was is asking for help. He hopes that Canada one of I 7 people arrested and charged will strengthen its foreign policy with mischief for setting up a blockade regarding El Salvador. Food and of the Red Squirrel logging road. The monetary aid from Canada has been . suspended since November and Rude 1s new road accesses a stand of centuryold White Pine, one of few of its kind in asking that new aid be rechannelled via Ontario, and will connect with existing non-political agencies like Oxfam and lumber roads. Although the TemeCUSO or churches. Augama is not opposed to logging per The Native View of Temagami se, Potts believes that the Ontario On Wednesday, March 7, Gary Potts, government has opened too many areas Chief of the Teme-Augama Anishnabai, to logging companies, and in fact presented two lectures. His presentation sustainable development is no longer drew attention to Native concerns about feasible. ''Major areas of land need to land use in the Temagami area. The be left alone - to steady the soil, the lectures were part of the School of elements of nature". Directing Forestry's seminar series. Greeting the statements to forestry students Chief audience in the languages of various Potts asked them to be aware of the native bands, Chief Potts mapped out impact of clear cutting and to not see the boundaries of his presentation. "I'm the tree merely in terms of dollars. "We here to explain what clear cutting and need foresters and biologists to teach roads being built have done to our society that there is an interdependence lands. I'm not a forestry technician - you of life and land". The opportunity for could explain a tree scientifically. I want change lies with the youth, according to to explain what that tree means to my Potts and he hopes that some will take people". Potts is angry about what he up the challenge. LUSU Elections On March 6 and 7 Lakehead University students went to the polls to vote for their Student Union executive. The election signified a new era of student politics at Lakehead. In previous years there were 5 executive positions. The current board of directors voted earlier this year to modify the number of executive positions to only three President, Vice-President Finance and Vice-President Student Issu~s - and these positions will be full-time for the year. Congratulations to Ian Middleton LUSU's new President, Dwayne Hunking, the new VP Student Issues, and Tony LeBlanc, VP Finance. The election of the Student Union's Board of Directors took place on March 20. 16 students were elected to the 1990/91 Board. They are: Paul Caccamo and George Pardalis for the Faculty of Science, Greg Beckford, Victor Brandonisio, Doug Plumb, Michael Miller, Lisa Sinnicks, Wendy Snelgrove and Robin Squires representing University Schools, and Liana Decorso, Cassandra Koenen, Roland Laybolt, Roch Letourneau, Dianne Mills, Paul Moniz and Tara Salavich for the Faculty of Arts. Fall by-elections will be held for student representation from the Faculty of Education and Graduate Studies. Brian Walmark -Best Delegate Lakehead University student Brian Walmark was chosen best delegate at the North American Model United Nations Assembly (NAMUN) held February 23 to 27 in Toronto. Approximately 450 students from North America and Europe participated in the event. Lakehead's participation has been growing each year and this year the team boasted a record number of delegation members. The team, representing Denmark, included head delegate Anne Fisher, Kyle Brink, Sean Penney, Brian Walmark, Bill Salminen, Nancy Ewachow and advisor Dr. Ernst Zimmerman.Brian says, "I look upon the award as a team award. We did a lot of research. The Danish embassy was really helpful. They sent us speeches and press releases and explained how they voted on particular . issues". Convocation Marshalls Needed The Alumni Association needs 21 volunteers to act as Marshalls for Convocation on Saturday, May 26, 1990 at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. You must be an LU graduate to perform this task. For information contact the Office of Alumni Services at 343-8155. Aprll 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �New Faces John Petherick is an Industrial Hygienist and can be found at the new home of the Resource Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, the previous site of the Thunder Bay Symphony. Originally from London, Ontario, John received an honours degree in Human Biology from the University of Guelph in 1985. John is also a graduate Qanuary 1990) of Sarnia' s Lambton College in the Industrial Technology Program. Lakehead University is not new to John however. He spent his co-op placement here during the summer of '89. Part of the reason why he returned to Lakehead is because of special projects the centre is undertaking such as the development of health and safety training programs for Northern Ontario. John is presently working towards receiving professional accreditation as an Industrial Hygienist. Away from the workplace John keeps busy hunting, fishing and weight training. Llnda Moffat, a new addition to the Security Office, moved with her husband and five children to Thunder Bay in July and hasn't stopped to catch her breath since. When she came to Thunder Bay Llnda enrolled in the Law and Security course through Confederation College which she continues to study as a Distance Education program. She has lived in every region in Ontario and the provinces of Manitoba, Alberta and British ========---' Columbia. The reason for all the travel? Linda's husband works for the Canadian Coast Guard. His present post is the Samuel Risley where he is chief cook. "He cooks and I guard", she laughs. Llnda's hobbies include writing "humorous pieces mostly'' and playing broomball. Marlene Orr Edward Lyons, a new security attendant at the university, worked in security with the City of Thunder Bay for a number of years before taking a position here. He finds his present position slightly less unnerving. "Working in those huge grain elevators at night could sometimes be frightening". Edward has travelled across Canada and has been to many of the native reserves where he is treated with great respect. Edward is a traditional =-_;_;=:.i native healer and has helped people across Canada upon the request of native leaders and sometimes the clergy. "The Great Spirit directs me to herbs that are used to help people with sickness and disease". Edward's 12 year old son Mark has taken an interest in his father's heritage and is now training as an apprentice. When Edward retires, his goal is to travel to all the reserves across Canada. Marlene Orr is the secretary in Native Support Services. Although working for a large organization was a big change for Marlene, she has found that she "enjoys meeting the students and they've accepted me quite well. They're what keeps me going". Besides the time she spends with her husband and daughter, Marlene has taken a few basic computer courses and continues to learn more about computers. "In the future I would like to be able to show and teach others instead of having people teach me". Marlene is very sports active. In the summer she can be found on the baseball diamond and in the colder months she plays ringette out at Stanley for the NorWest Women's League. Marlene takes part in the Royal LePage Run for Women every year and is especially looking forward to running with the Lakehead University women this year. . . . ·• /i/ ·::e:=tt:c-:: :} t·•SUMMEi:i99P)'.•· • •. /: ;JAJ>~.ESJ;~'JJUDENTSTOFOLtOWENGLISH ]MMERSlON PROGRAM AT.LAI<EHEAD UNIVERSITY .Thirty stiiderit~ft§1frGi(u, J~pan on campus :: iHl.i>e ~itt~!~-i~~i~i,tl!~;lm;~•i; • .~it~~~t«1,!1t~:e:~t7Adr\~m~re~~:~~rs • ·si.nnmer two is asked to contact: • Jane Li.yingston, . .. . . :': "--Deparfu:1~9t of Continuing Ed.iication :· At.:,~_ 068'<>r s13~ •• • -- Page4 Edward Lyons Bill Maki Bill Maki is the new electical technologist in the Engineering Department. Bill completed his electrical engineering degree in May 1989, Bill rejoined the department in January 1990. He says, "I would like to get a solid background in engineering and besides, it's good experience to work at LU". When Bill is not at work he likes to tinker with his own electronics projects and his home computer. Llke a true northerner, Bill likes skiing and ========= skidooing in the winter and camping and fishing in the summer. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - April 1990 �Wrestling MVP: Mark Tarantini and Mike I<irlew Rookie: Tony Gallo Most Improved: Steve Roslinsky wrap-UP The varsity competitive season has concluded and by all standards the season was a successful and rewarding one. For the athletes, coaches and supporters of the Nor'Westers, the season of ''The Climb to Excellence" will be one for the history books. The four major varsity programs, men's basketball, women's basketball, volleyball and wrestling, did well during the competitive season with the three team sports (basketball and volleyball) advancing to the playoffs. The wrestling team qualified two athletes for the national CIAU final. The men's basketball team finished the season with a record of 18 and 13 and hooked a berth in the OUAA West playoffs. In the quarter-finals they lost to the University of Brock. The team won tournaments in Winnipeg and Saskatoon and made the national rankings twice. The phenomenal guarding duo of Jeff Byerley and John Laplante were named to the OUAA All-Star team. Player for the month of February was starting centre Mike Lalonde. He averaged 12.5 points and 7.5 rebounds a game. Women's basketball completed their outstanding season in top place in the OWIAA West Division with a record of 12-2. With the first place berth they hit the Ontario championships reaching the semi-finals where the team lost to Toronto. Sharon Knowles finished the season as the leader in scoring in the Ontario league and gained a place on the All Star team. Kathy Harrison led the league in assists and was named to the All Star team in the West. Ontario Coach of the Year honours went to Stu Julius. Player for the month of February was Kelly Fitzgerald who finished the season on a high note. She scored 15 points and made 10 rebounds against the University of Toronto. The Lady Nor'wester Volleyball team's exciting season was capped by taking 5th place in Ontario at the OWIAA championships. The team had a record of 35 and 9. Player of the month honours went to Kelly Breutigam who concluded her season with a dominating performance at the OWIAA championships (46% of team kills). Kelly's entire season had similar successes and resulted in well-deserved recognition. She received Ontario's Rookie of the Year honours and was the only player from the West Division to make the All Ontario team. The LU wrestling team also had a successful season. Mike Kirlew was 2nd at the OUAA's (All Star) and 4th in the CIAU's while freshman Tony Gallo placed 3rd at the OUAA's and 5th at the CIAU's. Overall the team placed 6th at the OUAA and 11th at the CIAU championships. Player of the month for wrestling is Tony Gallo. His finishes at the two championships were a direct reflection of his hard training and effort throughout the year. Lakehead University Athletes of the year were named at the athletic banquet held on March 25. Men's basketball player Jeff Byerley and women's basketball player Sharon Knowles were selected the 1989-90 male and female athletes of the year. Both were instrumental factors in the success of their varsity teams and were selected to the league's all-star team. The following is a list of recipients of awards: Varsity Teams Men's basketball MVP: Jeff Byerley Best defensive player: Leslie Ragguette Most improved: Ray Foster Rookie of the year: Chris Grace Women's basketball MVP: Sharon Knowles Defensive: Sharon Knowles Rookie: Jenny Burgess Most improved: Kelly Fitzgerald Women's volleyball MVP: Kelly Breutigam Defensive: Deanne Geisler Rookie: Kelly Breutigam Corinne Kollman received a plaque for outstanding contribution to the team. CLUB TEAMS ATHLETES OF THE YEAR Indoor soccer: Colleen Deboer Indoor track: Steve McKague Cross-country running: Manuel Salvati Nordic skiing: Mark Puuinala Rugby: Kathryn Boyd Alpine skiing: Jodi Powell Mark Puumala Sibley Ski Tour The Sibley Ski Tour, held March 3, saw the birth of a new era in crosscoun try skiing-one with Lakehead University's name on it. Lakehead University skied away with the crown for the organization with the greatest number of kilometres collected during the tour, thus pushing the Lappe team into second for the first time in the history of the event. The category was open to ski clubs, corporations and schools. Top finishers for Lakehead University include 1st place winner in the men's SOK, Mark Puumala and 7th place winner Dennis Paradine. In the women's 40K the 1st place winner was Terri Gibbons and 2nd place winner, Moira McPherson. LU's Kevin Paradis placed 3rd in the men's 20K. Other successful finishers from Lakehead included Claude Liman, Fred McIntosh and John Whitfield. April 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 5 �Health Symposium Develops Network Between University Health Researchers And Community Agencies Who Provide Health Services The recent Health Research symposium was considered useful and successful by the 60-70 people who attended. Organizer Anne Fiorenza said "there was an excellent response from faculty, community health providers and health policy makers". Dr. Connie Nelson, Director of Research and Graduate Studies, described highlights: "Participants felt they had a much better understanding of the capacity of the university to undertake health research projects. It also provided them with the opportunity to learn about interdisciplinary health research. They could see from the presentations we're not just about individual research projects. We all benefit from partnership research". Nelson felt that the opportunity for delegates to make contacts was another important purpose for the symposium. The Department of Research and Graduate Studies has been asked to organize an extensive workshop highlighting university health research on an annual basis. Faculty presenters: A. Bowd and C. Loos (Alzheimers); J. Jamieson and N. Lavoie (Type A Personality and Fitness); J. Crossman and R. Kirk-Gardner (Mortality Rates in TB due to Heart Disease); B. Minore and M. Katt (Nishnawbe-Aski Nation Health Director) (Native Suicide Prevention). 3-Year Commitment from MNDM To School Of Science And Technology The School of Science and Technology for Northern Ontario secondary school students will continue for another three years at Lakehead and Laurentian Universities, Taras Kozyra, Port Arthur MPP and Parliamentary Assistant to Minister of Northern Development Rene Fontaine announced at a media conference at Lakehead University. Over the past three years, the school has proven popular with students, parents and educators", Kozyra said. "It has helped students become aware of career opportunities in science and technology that exist in Northern Ontario."This year, the program will be expanded by 50 percent to accommodate 270 students. The school will also be changed to a four-week format.The Ministry of Northern Development and Mines will provide approximately $1 million to fund the school at the two Northern Ontario universities. Each student who completes the four-week course of study will receive a $1,000 stipend." The summer studies provide enriched learning for secondary school students from across the North who show special aptitude in science and technology," noted Fort William MPP and Minister of Natural Resources Lyn McLeod. "The classroom activity is combined with field trips designed to demonstrate industrial applications of science in the northern economy. Lakehead University will accept 90 students for this innovative program Page6 which helps stimulate our young people's desire to enhance skills which will be in great demand in the 21st century," Kozyra added. Sudbury's Laurentian University will run two programs of 90 students each, one in English and the other in French. Application forms will be forwarded from the universities to all secondary schools in Northern Ontario. To be eligible, students must intend to enroll in grades 12 or 13 in September, 1990, have parental consent, and be recommended by their principal as having demonstrated ability and aptitude in science. Room and board will be provided for students participating in the program. For further information contact: Doug Melville, MNDM Thunder Bay, (807) 475-1585; or Dr. John Whitfield Dean of Arts and Science Lakehead University Roger Zavagnin, an engineering student at LU,said that his experiences with the 1987 Science and Technology Program had helped him look at science in a new way, "to see how everything was interdependent". MPP Taras Kozyras, centre, and Dr. Alisatair MacDonald, biology professor, fielded other questions about the program. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Aprll 1990 �R.A.P. Making A Great Lake Superior (Complete conference proceedings will be available through the Centre for Northern Studies which hosted and co-sponsored the conference. With the assistance of conference journalist Larry Saunders and Dr. Harunur Rasid, who provided the Conference Summary, a few conference highlights are noted.) When a university is situated on the largest fresh water lake in the world, there appears to be an inherent responsibility to be part of the decision-making process about its future. An international conference called ''MAKING A GREAT LAKE SUPERIOR brought together more than 150 delegates representing government, business, environmental groups and university researchers providing the opportunity to share ideas and strategies on solving international water pollution problems. One journalist commented that the delegate mixture could have been volatile and divisive, but cooperation and consensus prevailed. The focus of the gathering was on the seven so-called "pollution hot spots" around lake Superior which were identified by the International Joint Commission (IJC) five years ago. Four of the seven are on the north shore of the Lake, including Thunder Bay harbour. Jake Vander Wal, with the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, and one of the conference organizers, says that the IJC has identified 42 "hot spots" known as Areas of Concern, around the Great Lake Lakes and public advisory committees have been established to draw up what are called Remedial Action Plans (RAPs). These public advisory committees include representatives from municipalities, industry and the general public. The conference heard distressing news about how difficult it will be to dean up Lake Superior. Even if all seven hot spots were cleaned up, there would still be a big pollution problem - one that is well beyond the scope of local dean-up plans. William Strachan, a research scientist with Environment Canada, told the conference about a computer model he's developing with other scientists about air pollution. Although under development, their model indicates that up to 90% of toxic chemicals like PCB's come from the atmosphere - falling into Lake Superior in the form of toxic rain and snow. The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement, signed by Canada and the United States, calls for "zero discharges" of toxic substances into the Great Lakes. The concept of zero discharge, however, has always been tempered by economic realities, as governments at all levels have set limits which allow pulp and paper mills, mines, or municipalities to continue sending toxic substances into the lake. Gordon Durnhill, the American CoChairman of the IJC announced that the Commission will soon know about the fate of their recommendation to designate Lake Superior as "pollution free" - a model for the rest of the Great Lakes. Bruce Hyer, an environmental activist from Thunder Bay, first suggested the idea to the IJC last October. "Lake Superior, as an entity, should become a model for seeing whether we can achieve zero discharge". Hyer says it won't be cheap to inplement the recommendation even though Lake Superior is the cleanest of the Great Lakes but he believes it will be money well spent. "It's the top of the watershed, and we send water downstream, so its a good test study as well as philosophically being a good place to do it. Also, the retention time in Lake Superior is a couple of hundred years - meaning that if we pollute Lake Superior heavily, it will not dean itself up in a decade ... if we mess it up, it's messed up relatively permanently''. Bruce Hyer Joan Skelton, a Thunder Bay author, is a member of the Thunder Bay Public Advisory Committee, which is helping the Ontario government prepare a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) to clean up Thunder Bay habour. In an interview after the conference, Skelton pointed out that as far as she is concerned there is no great polarity between industry and the public demanding a dean up. Everyone on the committee wants to find solutions, through consensus, because of the urgent need for environmental action. ''The nuclear bomb [of environmental destruction] is hanging over the heads of everybody, industry and public. And if industry polluter doesn't realize this, and if we the public don't change our lifestyle and demand less, then we might as well forget it. I'm optimistic. The industry people are human too, and want their genes to survive, their families to survive." The conference was the first of its kind for RAPs on Lake Superior. Say organizers, "This year we talked about what we're going to do. Next year, we'll talk about what we've done." Aprll 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page7 �People, Papers/Publications Dr. I. Nirdosh, Professor of & Special Projects Chemical Engineering, has published a Alain Nabarra, Associate Professor, ~□ Languages Department, @iiiii~f'=!i~· contributed a chapter to the ~!!15~!iii' book "La Revolution du journal", 1788-1794, edited by Pierre Retat, Professor at the University of Lyon, France, and published by .-==e~~,r' the CNRS (France National Council for Scientific Research). Entitled "La Presse coloniale devant la Revolution", it deals with the nature and the role of the press in the French Colonial Territories during the Revolution of 1789. Prof. Nabarra also presented a paper entitled ''Un enseignant de francais aux Etats-Unis en 1789: Joseph Nancrede", to the annual meeting of the American Association of Teachers of French which was held in Paris in conjunction with the celebration of the bicentenary of the French Revolution. The research for both projects was funded in part by grants from the SSHRC fund through the Senate Research Committee. 0 ~ -- paper entitled "Free Convection Mass Transfer in Hemispherical Cavities", in the journal of Chemical Engineering Research and Design. Dr. G. H. Sedahmed of the University of Alexandria, Egypt, is the co-author of this paper. Professor de Cangas has been elected chairperson of a committee to incorporate consumers in the board of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Thunder Bay. This is the first time that such a step is being taken by a Mental Health Association. Prof. de Cangas published "Exploring Expressed Emotion: Does It Contribute To Chronic Mental Illness? in the referee journal: Journal Of Psychosocial Nursing 2nd Mental Health Services, 28 (2) 31-34, 1990. Ken Hartviksen delivered a paper, March 29 at the Heritage & Tourism ICOMOS European Conference Canterbury- University of Kent (United Kingdom) entitled, "Tourism Development of Heritage Sites through Cooperating Associations". Dr. V. V. Paranjape, Department of Physics, announced that Solid state physicists from the North American continent meet every year in the month of March to discuss their work. The meeting, arranged by the American Physical Society, took place this year in Anaheim, California and was attended by approximately 5000 physicists. Four members of the Department of Physics presented papers at this meeting. The titles of the papers and their authorships were as follows: Dr. M. W. Hawton, Dr. W. J. Keeler and Mr. X. Le, "Fractal Models of Charge Transport on Low-dimensional Water Layers in Phospholipids and Proteins; Dr. W. J. Keeler, Dr. M. Hawton and Dr. J. J. Dubowski (NRC, Ottawa), "Resonant Raman Scattering in Epitaxial Cd 1-x MnxTe Films"; Dr. V. V. Paranjape, "Quantum Bound States in a Classically Unbound System of Wires"; Dr. W. Sears, "Fractal Formation of Silver Aggregates on Tin Oxide Surfaces. Dr. Sears was also elected to chair one session at the conference. Donation The Map Library in the Department of Geography is pleased to announce a donation of thirty-nine topographic maps of this region to its collection from former student and now private environmental consultant, Mr. Terry Noble, of Thunder Bay, whom we would like to thank publicly. In the photo below, Doug Bruce from Marathon gets ready for a teleconference for his Environmental Assessment course. Distance Education Program Co-ordinator, Susan Cole, hosted Silver Jubilee Birthday parties with a difference. In February and March, members of the "Distance Education Road Team" travelled to Nipigon, Marathon, Fort Frances, Dryden and Ignace. Cole said it was "great to get out into the region and talk to people, to listen to what they have to say about our programs and services and how we can help them meet their educational goals". Team members talked about what it's like to take university classes in a school without walls, and the type of commitment necessary to succeed. In Marathon, team members are ready to share cake and information. One new piece of information is that the term Signal North will be dropped and replaced by Distance Education. From left to right, Vonnie Cheng, Susan Burton, Phyllis Bosnick, Susan Cole and Eva Couchie, Marathon Site Coordinator. Pages AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - April 1990 �Boundary Conditions and Complicating Factors" Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES For further information on any of these Research Programs, please contact Anne Fiorenza, Research Officer, at ext. 8223. NSERC RESEARCH AWARDS The recipients of the 1990 Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada Operating and Equipment Research Grants Competition have been announced. In total Lakehead University's 1990 NSERC awards amounted to $816,897, as compared to $705,093 in 1989 (excludes strategic grants). This is an increase of 16% over last year. In spite of this increase, due to the increasing competition for limited federal research dollars, many deserving research proposals were not funded. I would like to take this opportunity to commend all researchers for their efforts in this year's competition. In the operating grants competition, 31 % of all NSERC eligible faculty applied with a success rate of 36%. Several of Lakehead University's new researchers were successful in obtaining operating grants. They are: Dr. C.C. Graham (Mathematics), Dr. C.A.G. Hayman (Psychology) and Dr. S.D. Kinrade (Chemistry). As a result of NSERC's decision to increase the allocation for equipment and the high calibre of proposals, several of Lakehead University faculty were successful in receiving equipment grants. The average equipment grant was $21,193 with a success rate of 25%. The successful candidates and research topics in this year's operating and equipment grants competition include: BIOLOGY Dr. P.H. Knowles - "Effects of Environmental Stress as a Selective Force on Genetic Structure of Forest Trees" Dr. L. Malek - Superspeed Refrigerated Centrifuge with Rotors (Equipment) CHEMISTRY Dr. S.D. Kinrade - "Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Study of the Chemistry of Aluminosilicate Solutions" ENGINEERING Dr. L.J. Garred (Chemical)- "Hardware and Software Development and Dr s D Kinrade Simulation Studies to Exploit Spent Dialysate • • • for Urea Kinetic Modelling in Hemodialysis" Dr. M.H. Khan (Electrical) ''Hand-off control for Microcellular Communication System" Dr. M.H. Khan (Electrical) - Workstation (Equipment) Dr. J.B. Kiszka (Electrical) - "Fuzzy Logic Knowledge-Based Systems. The Pulp and Paper Industry, Computers and Controls of the Pulp and Paper Industry'' Dr. U.S. Panu (Civil) - "Development of Pattern Recognition Based Procedures for Streamflow Data Augmentation and Streamflow Forecasting" Dr. H.T. Saliba (Mechanical)- "Experimental and Theoretical Free Vibration Analysis of Thin Plates with Various Shapes, GEOLOGY Dr. P.W. Fralick - "Paleogeographical Interpretation of Archean Sedimentary Sequences in Northwestern Ontario" Dr. R.G. Platt - "Petrogenesis of Alkaline and Carbonatitic Magmas" Dr. G.J. Borradaile - Demagnetiser (Equipment) MATHEMATICS Dr. C.C. Graham - ''Topics in Harmonic and Functional Analysis" Dr. C.C. Graham - Computer (Equipment) Dr. G.J. Borradaile Dr. M.W. Benson - "Parallel Iterative Methods" PHYSICS Dr. M.H. Hawton - "Physics of Membranes and Absorbed Water" PSYCHOLOGY Dr. C.A.G. Hayman - ''Modality Effects in Human Performance" INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANTS Dr. Fentey Scott (School of Education) has been awarded a Micro-Fund (Planning Mission) by the Association of Universities and Colleges Canada (AUCC) to determine the feasibility of an institutional linkage between Lakehead University and the University of the West Indies, Barbados. The proposed project is entitled, "School Management and Supervision for Head Teachers and Senior Personnel in the Eastern Carribean States." RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES RESEARCH COUNCIL OF CANADA Travel Grants for International Representation Grants under this program are to assist Canadian scholars who hold office in international scholarly organizations in the social sciences and humanities to attend business meetings of these organizations. (Please note: The presentation of papers at international meetings held abroad falls under the General Research Grants (GRG) Program administered by the Senate Research Committee). Deadlines: June 30, and October 30. Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada Conference grants are awarded to encourage and facilitate the communication of research results among Canadian scholars, through scholarly conferences, workshops, symposia and colloquia held in Canada. The SSHRC offers limited support to conference organizers to help defray travel and subsistence costs of presenters and formal respondents at a conference, as well as some administrative expenses. Deadlines: June 30 and October 30. JAMES MCKEEN CATIELL FUND Sabbatical Awards for Psychologists The James McKeen Cattell Fund is offering one or more supplemental sabbatical awards in psychology. These awards designed to supplement sabbatical allowances provided by universities, so that each awardee may be able to take enough time to complete the objectives of the sabbatical period (1 year). The objective of the awards is to encourage research and scholarly endeavour on the part of psychol?gists at universities. The maximum value of the award 1s $22,000. Deadline: December 1, prior to the September in which sabbatical is to commence. Aprll 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page9 �LS.B. LEAKEY FOUNDATION The foundation was formed to further research into human origins, behaviour, and survival. Recent priorities have included research into the environments, archaeology, and human paleontology of the Miocene, Pliocene and Pleistocene; into the behaviour of the Great Apes and other Old World primate species; and into the ecology and adaptation of living hunter-gatherer peoples. The foundation is offering the following two fellowships: The Fellowship for Great Ape Research and Conservation ($20,000) and the Fellowship for the Study of Foraging Peoples ($20,000). Deadline: May 1, 1990. UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada -Strategic Grants (April 17, 1990). World Wildlife Fund - Endangered Species Recovery Fund (April 1, July 1, October 1, January 1), Wildlife Toxicology Fund (anytime). Laidlaw Foundation Program - Children and Families at Risk Program (May 1, September 1, November 1), Laidlaw Scholar Progr~ (any~me), Laidla~ <;onserva?on Program (July 1). Canadian Institute of Ukrairuan Studies - Doctoral Thesis Fellowship in Ukrainian History (May 1, 1990). Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada -Strategic Grants (May 1, 1990). The G. Alan Roeher Institute - Research programs (April 30, 1990) University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) -May 31, 1990 Association of Universities and Colleges (AUCC) -Microfunds (May 1, 1990) Social Science Federation of Canada -Aid to Scholarly Publications Program (Open). The American Foundation for Aids Research - Research Grants Program and Small Grants Program (April 10, 1990). Department of Energy, Mines and Resources Environmental Studies Revolving Funds (Anytime). Canadian Department of Communications - International Cooperation Assistance Fund on New Information Technologies (Open). National Geographic Society - Research Grants (Open). North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) - Advanced Research Workshops (Open). }roJfiNForuvrAnbi'-t:Aoour FOUNDAT1ONs PLEASE : ~Q~ACTJQ,;!ANN'~SILVERMAN,FOUNDATIONS ;;QJfJCER/ AT-343~910 OR DROP: BY ALUMNI HOUSE. ·:•:•.·. :-·-·-:---:-· • ., FIRST CONFERENCE The Department of Research and Graduate Studies and the Graduate Students of Lakehead University jointly presented their first annual conference on March 16. Approximately 75 people attended. A main focus of the conference was regional development and northern research. Graduate students were invited to present papers at the conference and 11 submissions were received. Topic areas included Psychology, Biology, Physical Education and Athletics, Forestry, Sociology and History. A major purpose of the conference according to VicePresident Internal of the Graduate Student Association, Gary Warwick, was "to raise the profile of the Graduate Student Association at the university and within the community. It was a fantastic success for our first year and we hope it will continue as a grad student tradition". Forum Dr. Bob Day School of Forestry ''If all the world were apple pie" Dr. Bob Day, School of Forestry, presented his paper Old Growth Forests Toronto in January, 1990. In the paper's conclusion, he borrows from a previously published article which he wrote in 1971 and is shared now with a more general audience. ''What balance has there been since glaciation? Ten thousand years ago the ice rolled back a curtain on unparalleled re-invasion and ecological change. Catastrophe of fire, flood and windstorms on every hand induced and maintained forests of quasi-even-age and fitted them into a mosaic of time and space and species. Against this backdrop stone age man, a creature of 200 millenia gone by, struggled from aboriginal to civilized stage. First firing forest to drive his game, he found his quarry multiplied in the clearings so created. Finding edible plants he burned again, and later planted in crude shifting cultivation until at last he balanced nature and brought order, patterning the landscape with his chequered fields. Copse and hedgerow, field and farm testified to his harmonious order. Here, Charles Elton says, is found true balance between man and life enabling him, the master of his modem world, to live free from the fear of invasion, epidemic plagues and pests like those that forced Pharaoh's hand and freed the Israelites from bondage. What balance is there now with phosphate, pesticide and pollution's pall? Must we return to harder days of supposed natural balance? I think not, for Homo has always been as much a gambler as a sapient sage more likely to stake his fortune on the wheel of chance and trust that he will strive for better balance still, than grunt and cringe and club as did his skin clad forebears. We shall go on, we must with faith, hope, skill and reason, challenging the mass media doom seers as others did before us. If man, as Malthu :~ said, will overcrowd the earth ... If man filthies all the _ water fit to drink. .. If ... If all the world were apple pie, And all the sea was ink, And all the trees were bread and cheese, What should we do for drink? (from Witt's Recreations 1641) Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Aprll 1990 �FORUM continued from page 10 A FINAL POEM - FOOD FOR ARGUMENT AND THOUGHT Verses 1 and 2 of this epic poem were written by Boulding in 'Man's role in changing the face of the earth' (Thomas et al. 1955,) Verse 3 was written by the author, with sincere apologies to Boulding. A Conservationist's Lament The world is finite, resources are scarce, Things are bad and will be worse. Coal is burned and gas exploded, Forests are cut and soil eroded. Wells are dry and air's polluted, Dust is blowing, trees uprooted. Oil is going, ores depleted, Drains receive what is excreted. Land is sinking, seas are rising, Man is far too enterprising. Fire will rage with Man to fan it, Soon we'll have a plundered planet. People breed like fertile rabbits, People have disgusting habits. Moral: The evolutionary plan, Went astray by evolving Man. The Technologist's Reply Man's potential is quite terrific, You can't go back to the Neolithic. The cream is there for us to skim it, Knowledge is power and the sky's the limit. Every mouth has hands to feed it, Food is found when people need it. All we need is found in granite, Once we have the men to plan it. Yeast and algae give us meat, Soil is almost obsolete. Man can grow to pastures greener, Till all the earth is Pasadena. Moral: Man's a nuisance, Man's a crackpot, But only man can hit the jack pot. A Foresters Plea for Silviculture Forests are composed of trees; That grow then bum and shed their seeds. Fires are started by lightning and men, And bum large patches now and again. Ecologists write poems and wax prosaic On the diversity of this fire 'mosaic'. Thus 'young' and 'old-growth' are mixed With many-aged stands in betwixt. Tottering 'old-growth' is diverse, so its said, A 'mosaic' is more so, and the trees aren't dead. Fire protection since 1910. Has completely stopped the new regen.' Moral: Silvicultural work is now urgently needed, So future forests get planted and seeded. Professor Day was quoted on the topic of Temagami in an excellent article entitled "Loggerheads" by David Lees in the December '89 issue of Toronto Life (copies available in the Information Office) Last Writes Katherine Shedden, Editor "Did I ever tell you my Theory of Universities? Like most institutions, each one is similar to a vat of molasses - slow and sluggish. If something goes wrong in one part, it spreads out and covers it up; if you try to make a dent in it, it oozes into the mark you think you've made. If you try to wade through it too quickly, you collapse from exhaustion; and if you try to beat it by plunging in and flailing away, you drown. But if you heat molasses it gets thin and moves quickly." That wonderful description was written by Jqdith Krantz in her book Deceptions. It felt like an appropriate lead in to this month's column about two vitally important parts of this institution - Senate and the Board of Governors. Slow and sluggish? Well, we often hear the comment that something "is before Senate" or "at a Senate sub-committee". But is it not the Senate committee where the real trench work, the careful and methodical investigations and scrutinies are carried out? Is is not Senate who bears the responsibility for ensuring that our institution maintains quality programs and ultimately offers a post-secondary education with high standards? Do not be slighted with the molasses reference dear members of senate. Your work is critical and appreciated and you always have the option to turn up the heat in the Senate Chambers. Hi-Lites from the last Senate meeting: Dwayne Hunking, Bill Salminen and Katja Huitikka were approved as student senators from April 1, '90 - March 31, '91 The Masters of Social Work program and MA (Political Studies) were approved by Senate to be sent on to OCGS for appraisal. The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration was suspended for study. (Full report next month) The Nominations Committee is looking for tenured faculty interested in serving on the Judicial Panel for 1990-91 (3 positions). The panel is the appeal body for students sanctioned under the Code of Student Behavior of Disciplinary Procedures. If interested call Dr. Brian Lorch at 8514. Hi-Lites from The Board of Governors' Meeting The Board accepted in principle the recommendation of the Labour Management Committee that an Employee Assistance Program be established at Lakehead University. In recognition of long and outstanding service to the University, Mr. David Jones, Technician in the Department of Chemistry, is to be honoured by having one of the Board of Governors Silver Jubilee Scholarships renamed the David Jones Scholarship. The Board accepted revised By-Laws which designate a scat on the Board of Governors for a member of the nonteaching staff. Elections will be conducted within the next few months. As a result of the resignation of Ron Nelson as the Director of Business Administration there were two new appointments to the Board. On March 1, 90 M1rgaret Boone was appointed to the Board Executive Committee and Duncan Bradly was appointed to the Financial Planning Committee. The great news in the fund-raising area is the announcement that with the sponsorship of Confederation College we now have 49 Silver Jubilee Scholarships! The Chairman of the Board thanked the City of Thunder Bay for their $25,000 donation to scholarships and bursaries. How's that for hot molasses? Aprll 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the May Agora is April 15, 1990. Howard Cable, Conductor Diane Garrett, T.B.S.Y.O. Conductor Selected winners of the Lakehead Music Festivalperforrn, along with the T.B.S.O. Youth Orchestra, with the T.B.S.O. 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High Schools Agora Silver Jubilee Math Awards Presentation 1-3PM Final date for registration and changes in Spring Session full courses and halfcourses which commenced May 1 Final date for withdrawal without academic penalty from Spring Session half-courses which commenced May 1, except Distance Education Final date for refunds on withdrawal from Spring Session full-courses and half-courses which commenced May 1 except Distance Education MONDAY,9 SATURDAY,5 ROYAL LePAGE RUN FOR WOMEN Boulevard Lake :r::~:i• rt:!lfi~ti~i . . :,·• :•$'i1Jt THE SO~IET UNJoir. THE 'NEW REALITIES .Lakeh~ad • UniversityStd;rit Sefvices presents: {' ...·.· . IGOR LOBANov<. Counsellor of the.U$S~.• Embassy for Press and I.rif9fpation In the Upper Lectur~ Theatre University Centre Tuesday, April.IO, 1990 7:30PM Free Admission . .,,,.::::. -------- ~Agor~ The AGORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. 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Q) £ E~ Q) 0 0 ~ '" g' ~ V) V) ... ~o I ... ..__ a..o 0. 1n0 N � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lakehead University Alumni Collection Description An account of the resource Material kept by the Lakehead University Alumni Association, or donated by Alumni to the Association. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Agora Magazine Vol.7 No.4 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Agora contains an article on the health symposium, "Making a Great Lake Superior" conference, and other research news. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource April 1990 Agora Magazine https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/7b0d82ce42d365e679b62358b5dca3ee.pdf 3780c675da876244040508f3b84e4c6d PDF Text Text Inside: Worms are nutritious .............. 3 New Faces .................................. 7 Convocation ............ Centrefold Beethoven in town ................ 10 Publishing profs .................... 11 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 5 MAY 1990 The year was 1971 . Smiling in the back row from left to right are Allan Smith, Peter Dick, Jack Lavender, Doug Meyers and Dave Weldon, members of the first graduating class in chemical engineering technology. Reliable sources have identified faculty in the front row as Peter Levis, Albert Bruley and Bob Rosehart. If it's true that Dr. Gary Locker has invited every LU engineering grad to come to Homecoming '90, you can be certain that many more wonderful photographs will surface as alumni return to campus and start "remembering when". A most prestigious group of Canadians will receive honorary degrees from Lakehead University on Saturday, May 26, 1990. The group is comprised of a learned mathematician listed in the Who's Who of American Women, a foreign service officer who became Ambassador to the United States, the man referred to as "Canada's greatest design talent'', the first North American Indian to become a symphonic conductor and composer and a geology professor, currently the Dean of Arts and Science at Western, but primarily renowned for his passionate concern for environmental issues. Especially noteworthy is the fact that three of the five honorary recipients and both nominees for Fellow of the University were born and raised in Thunder Bay! To learn a little more about this year's distinguished Convocation guests turn to pages 8 and 9. �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart OPERATING BUDGET With so much good news emanating from the Provincial Government these days, it is hard to believe why so many colleges and universities continue to struggle with budgets. It boils down to arithmetic. We still can't seem to make real grant increases of 2-3% deal with a real world inflationary economy. However, the University's budget is now nearly completed, and it will be a balanced budget. Necessary budget savings will be secured mainly by leaving open or deferring several approved positions. Until the Province tells the universities where we are going with respect to the corridor adjustment process, this seems the most prudent course of action. All areas will feel the pinch, and I have been impressed, to date, with the co-operative approach taken by the various budget centres. BUILDING UPDATE After some delays, the Regional Education/Student Centre project has been publicly tendered, and the project cost will be known on May 29, 1990 (fingers crossed!). CHINA 1990 Last year a six-person delegation from Lakehead University embarked on a visit to China. The re-scheduled trip (now down to four members) has just been successfully completed. The group included myself, Dr. R. Sweet, Education, Dr. D. Kemp, Geography, and Dr. G. Kondor of Economics. As we were being hosted and accommodated by our Chinese university counterparts, we got a very good look at what life in China today is all about, the good and the bad, and I think that all of the Lakehead University group found the experience to be fascinating. We spent two in Beijing. H you every get a chance to visit Beijing, you will find it very interesting and worthwhile, but it is not particularly rep.:... resentative of China. It 8,. g;0 is, I would suggest, a ~ ; ; very extensive show~ ~ case to the world. v~lt J\l~~ I will start my diary Page 2 with a one-day stop in Hong Kong where I visited with the Government of Ontario office. It was this office last year that provided us with a lot of logistical support. While there, I had an opportunity to talk with Benny Ng who is the Manager of China for Ontario. Benny had some interesting insights into the current situation in China which I found to be very accurate. The Government of Ontario office in Hong Kong has volunteered to let Lakehead University use their conference room to host a Lakehead University Alumni Reception during the coming year. While in Hong Kong, I vistied the office of the Thunder Bay Economic Development Corporation. Hong Kong has become a focal point for local economic development initiatives. Unfortunately, in listening to some of the discussions dealing with investment, education, and immigration policies, Australia seems to be far more aggressive than Canada. Although I would not say that our image is as negative as England's with respect to immigration policy, it seems to be moving in that direction very quickly. Hong Kong, in spite of 1997, seems to continue to boom. It has to be the most extreme example of the free market competitive system anywhere in the world. After meeting Dr. Kemp and Dr. Sweet at the Hong Kong Airport, we proceeded to travel to Shanghai. Well, almost! They gave away our tickets. After much noise, Robert Sweet got on standby and the airline put Dave Kemp and I up for the night at the Airport Hotel. Twenty four hours later, we made it to Shanghai. We were greeted by our hosts from Nanjing, taken to a local hotel, slept for one hour, taken to the train station, slept for a further one hour on a bench, then departed at 2:00 a.m. for a five and one-half hour multistop train ride to Nanjing. This was an experience that I could write more about but, suffice it to say, upon arrival in Nanjing, I had already succumbed to the Shanghai ''bug". After a one and one-half hour rest, we formally started our two-day visit to Nanjing, a city of two million people with over a million bicycles - not many cars, but those that do exist seem to be constantly blowing their horns at bicycles. All during our ten days in China, we constantly expected to be involved in an accident. We visited Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing Normal University, and Southeast University. Our Lakehead University promotional video dubbed in Chinese made our presentation easy. The Chinese were very impressed with Bob Angeli's effort. All of these institutions are comprehensive universities (of sorts) and were quite impressive. Lakehead University has an exchange agreement with Nanjing Forestry University, and they have had several Lakehead University professors visit. In fact, later this month, Rick Rollins from Outdoor Recreation is to visit to give guest lectures. Nanjing Normal University was very interesting and an institution that would be open to developing tics with Lakehead University. Dr. Sweet could hardly believe that they have some 5,000 education students (at 2 Bill's, this would be considered a university president's utopia in Ontario). The Province of Ontario is formally twinned with Jiangsu Province of China (which includes Nanjing), and the Ontario/ Jiangsu Educational program has offered Lakehead University the possibility of a three-year block funding program to further encourage our interactions with Nanjing universities. While in Nanjing, we also visited the Jiangsu/Ontario Science and Technology Centre. This group of about 15 staff is jointly funded by Ontario and the Province of Jiangsu to promote links between the provinces. The Director, Ms. Yang Rui, suggested that future Lakehead University visitors to Nanjing might make use of their (fine) office facilities. Well, we have been here two days (of ten), it is Friday night, more good Chinese food on the University campus, and my cold is getting worse. Saturday morning we are up at some ridiculous hour to go back to the train station to travel back to Shanghai where, on Sunday morning early, we catch a non-stop (at least we prayed that would be the case) China Air flight to Harbin. Harbin is 1,300 km. north of Beijing and might be considered the Thunder Bay of China, although it has about four million people. Up to this point, as well as having a fairly open and unrestricted look at Chinese life (Shanghai, for example, has 12 million people - half of the popula!il~r, of Canada), we also had the oppnti:ni~y to observe the very ev.:ter.sive (~.1d impressive) farmit;g in foe rural area. Although it war, very rr,uch labour dnd water buffalo c,rient;,tcd, it was verv .,,ell managed. As well, the cnuntrysi,!£' seems to be ~he favoured locathr, for some of tr.- new factories scttins up in China. It 1 ~ very dear that Ciuna is a world oft\\ D cultures, the city and the rural. Hous.u.g in tl.l': cities and population control in the rural areas are two of the country's most pressing problems. As well, in the cooling of investment Continued on page 15 A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 1990 �Around Campus Civil Engineering Theses Win National Awards The Canadian Society of Civil Engineers has recognized the efforts of two Civil Engineering students of Lakehcad University by awarding them prizes in a Canada wide Undergraduate Research Award. The undergraduate engineering project report entitled:" A Hexagon Grid Method Determining Runoff Hydrographs" prepared by Perry Peterson under the faculty supervision of Dr. U. Panu was awarded first prize in the Computer Applications Division of the CSCE. Another engineering project report entitled: "Black River Project Proposal for Water Power Rights" prepared by Louie Recd under the faculty supervision of Dr. M. Oostcrvcld was awarded third prize in the Hydrotcchnical Division of the CSCE. This is the first time that two Lakchcad Engineering students have been honoured in the National Competition. The ability of Lakchcad Engineering students to attract National recognition and acclaim reflect on the quality of teaching and research at the school of engineering at Lakehcad University. THE ONTARIO HISTORICAL SOCIETY HERITAGE GROUPS AND LACAC MEETING AND WORKSHOP On Saturday, April 7, 1990, The Ontario Historical Society and the Thunder Bay LACAC presented a workshop for heritage groups and Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committees (LACACs) in the district of Thunder Bay. At Cornwall Campus, the one-day workshop included sessions on "Built Heritage: Architecture in Northern Ontario", "Laying a Good Foundation: Researching Fundamentals", "Getting Council on Your Side"," An Overview of Ministry of Culture and Communications Heritage Grants", and a session on "Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Afraid To Ask!". The workshop, supported by the Ministry of Culture and Communications, (the Honourable Christine E. Hart, Minister), is one of a series of more than 20 programs taking place throughout the province designed to provide an opportunity for interaction between heritage organizations and LACACs, and to bring together experts in the field of preservation. HEART TO HEART The Heart to Heart program has ended its fall and spring sessions thanks May 1990 Professor Yves Prevost, School of Forestry, was interviewed by Canada AM on the subject "Earthworms as a source of human food" which was broadcast live / ; on Wednesday April 4, 1990. The interest for this subject was sparked by controversy / around Ottawa region kindergarten /.a where students learning about nutrition / were fed earthworms. The first some / parents heard about this project was through a "certificate of congratula- ' tions for eating worms" given to some accomplished children. Parents were sent a note by the school, but obviously some notes did not make it home and parents who were unaware of the activity were upset. Dr. Prevost was asked to comment on the value of consuming earthworms, where to get them and how to prepare them. (Yes, I consumed an earthworm for the nation to see that earthworms arc OK to eat," he confessed. to volunteers from the University. Heart to Heart is an educational and support program for individuals and their families who are recovering from heart disease. Professors R. Kirk-Gardner (Nursing), N. Lavoie (Physical Education), K. Allen (Psychology), and L. Kennelly (Nursing) volunteered their time and expertise to fill this need in the community. HOW ABOUT SIBERIA? Tyumcn University in the USSR has agreed to accept two Lakehead students at the undergraduate or graduate level for the fall term 1990 (September to December). The students participating in the exchange will pay their regular'tuition at Lakchcad. No tuition fees will be required by Tyumen. Tyumen will provide ground transportation from the point of entry, a room in a student residence or other suitable accommodation, meals and a modest living allowance. Students could be in virtually any area of study. The precise details of the area and nature of study will bearranged between Tyumcn and the students' Department and Dean. A knowledge of Russian would not be necessary for some areas but would be for others. Tyumen University has about 5000 students and a wide range of disciplines. The Rector of the University has spent a few years in the United States and has visited Lakehcad. A large number of the faculty members and students speak English. Tyumen is located in western Siberia about 300 km east of Sverdlovsk and the Ural mountains. It has a population of over 350,000. It was the first Russian city in Siberia and was founded in 1586 on the location of the Tartar city of Chingi-Tur. It was the centre of the early Russian colonization of Siberia. Tyumen's climate is very similar to that of Thunder Bay. The region has a significant oil industry and there arc wood processing plants, chemical plants, engineering works and food and other light industries in Tyumen. Any student who is interested should contact Dr. Paul Watts, Director of the Centre for Northern Studies, as soon as possible. Each student should be prepared to provide a brief resume and statement of area of interest for transmittal to Tyumen. Mr. Dan Pakulak, Director of Continuing Education has recently visited Tyumen and would be happy to speak with any interested student about the university and the city. OFF TO CHINA David Epp, a graduate student in Forestry, will be the first student to participate in the exchange between Lakchcad University and China. He will attend North East University in Harbin for six months. Epp will continue his research on young conifer plantations at China's third largest university, which is devoted entirely to the study of forestry. . . to ~ $ ~ ~ ' ~ '<veil 1u1,\'> A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �HIGHER EDUCATION FUNDING ACROSS CANADA Chairs of Boards of Canadian Universities strongly urged that Federal and Provincial Governments live up to their obligations to provide proper financial support to higher education. Political rhetoric from first ministers and ministers of finance across Canada does not satisfy the needs of universities as they attempt to offer qualified students in Canada the best possible higher education. This statement was endorsed at the annual meeting of board chairs and secretaries from all ten provinces held in Victoria from April 8 to 10. Canadian university chairs agreed that in response to government underfunding, universities will have to continue tough expense control measures which jeopardize the quality of higher education in Canada. There was consensus that boards should consider such revenue generating measures as enhanced fund raising efforts, auxilliary fees within individual institutions and tuition fee increases. However, provincial government funding and federal governments, through transfer payments, must not be allowed to shrink the budgets of Canadian universities. The consequences will include our more promising students leaving Canada for their education and, more dangerously, our institutions of higher education will fail to recruit and keep the most talented teachers, scholars and researchers. This is most critical ,at a time of faculty renewal programs that will occur across Canada during the 1990s. For all Canadians, higher education leads to a higher standard of living and is of direct benefit to Canada's economic competitiveness. Higher education is extremely competitive. In order for Canada to attract and graduate the best intellectual talents available in the world to ensure a prosperous future, our universities require greater financial support. Board chairs and their boards accept their obligation to develop public appreciation of the significance of higher education and will endeavour to make this communication activity a greater priority. Chief executives of Canada's universities need and deserve this support from their boards.All canadians, including students, must meet the increasing challenge of properly financing post-secondary education. Governments of the day must face up to the political reality of the consequence of not investing in higher education. AUCC NRC links Canadian researchers The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has accepted a joint offer by the University of Toronto, IBM Canada and Integrated Network Services Inc. (INSINC) to develop a nation-wide computer communications network for Canadian researchers (NRNet). The high-speed date transmission network will incorporate the provincial research networks of British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia. The national network is expected to incorporate other provincial networks as they arc formed. NRNet will also be linked with research projects in the United States. The NRC, which initiated the project, will provide $2 million in venture capital over the next three years; over the same period, the regional networks are to contribute $1.5 million. The University of Toronto will supply staff time worth $300,000 and INSINC will give discounts on communications lines. Finally, IBM will provide $230,000 in hardware and operating system software. NRNet should start service in 1990. Forestry Students and Professors Recognized The Canadian Institute of Forestry presented 28 graduating degree students with silver rings on Saturday, March 10, 1990 at the Landmark Inn. The dinner/ dance was organized by LUFA and was attended by 130 people, including parents and friends of the graduates, faculty and staff of the school and CIF members. Mr. Ray Riley, Assistant Deputy Minister of Natural Resources for Northern Ontario gave an encouraging after dinner talk to the graduates.On March 17, 1990 nine Diploma graduates were presented with CIF lapel pins and the book entitled' A Vast and Magnificent Land'. Professor Donald Richardson was made honorary member of the 1990 graduating diploma class Brian Moore presented him with a copy of the book 'A Vast and Magnificent Land'. Dr. Yves Prevost made a special presentation to George Krupa for achieving the highest mark in Forest Entomology. The Northwestern Ontario section of the CIF annually presents a leadership award to a graduating student from both the diploma and degree programs. It is awarded to the student who has been voted by his/her peers as having contributed the most to promoting the school, the ,;.. 6 university and the profession during under'8-. . ~ graduate years by active participation and ~ • ; ; leadership in extra curricular activities and ~b ~ social events. Donna Myketa from the degree program and Brian Gauthier from the diploma program were the 1990 leadership redpients. The awards were presented to the students by Sarah Gooding, section treasurer of the CIF. ~ll JU-0\'. Page 4 A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 1990 �Native Nurses Entry Program Receives Boost The Native Nurses Entry Program has received a grant of $70,000 from the new Nursing Innovation Fund through the Ministry of Health in Ontario. Health and Welfare Canada matched the grant with an additional $70,000. The program was initiated four years ago and since then has helped prepare Native students for the fouryear nursing degree program at Lakehead . The program was set up to help Native people make the transition into a university setting. Out of the 36 students that have enrolled during the program's first three years, 27 have entered the four-year Bachelor of Nursing program. Since it's inception the program has been funded by Health and Welfare Canada but for some time additional funding for the Native Nurses Entry Program had been in jeopardy. 250 geologists meet in Thunder Bay The 36th annual meeting of the Institute on Lake Superior Geology I.L.S.G. will be held in Thunder Bay on May 9 -12. The inaugural meeting was held in 1955 in Minneapolis, MN. The Institutes are exemplary in their continuing objectives of dealing with those aspects of geology that arc related geographically to Lake Superior. The Institutes e~courage the discussion of research sub1ects and sponsor field trips bringing together geologists from the academic sector, government surveys, and industry. Thunder Bay was the site for the meeting in 1961, 1970 and 1977. About 250 geologists from Canada and the United States are expected to attend the 1990 meeting. More than 60 papers will be presented, some by graduate students. Field excursions include: 1) Lac des Illes area led by Richard Sutcliffe of the Ontario Geological Survey, Toronto. 2)Shebandowan area led by Maurice Lavigne and John Scott of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines T.B. 3)Atikokan and vicinity led by Graham Borradaile, Department of Geology, Lakehead University_. . 4)Nipigon region led by Steve K1ssm, Department of Geology, Lakehead University. May 1990 Mark Wigmore, left, Medical Services Branch of Health an4 Welfare Canada, Nao_m_i Abotossaway, first-year nursing student (who says she aspires to ~e the future Minister of Health), and MPP Taras Kozyra, discuss the benefits of the Native Nurses Entry Program at the media conference. UMD Announces Canadian Studies Chair The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD), has received a $50,000 grant from the Canadian gove~ment, the first step toward the establishment of a $2 million endowed professorship in Canadian Studies. The announcement was made jointly by Douglas Nord, director of UMD's Royal D. Al worth, Jr. Institute for International Studies, and Brian Buckley, Canadian consul ge~eral:" The Canadian professorship will focus on contemporary issues concerning U.S.-Canadian relations," Nord said. ''These will deal with problems of the environment, economic development in the regions of Northern Minnesota and Northwest Ontario, and issues related to the Great Lakes, along with collaborative work between institutions of higher education--primarily UMD and Lakehead University in Thunder Bay," he added.Iain Angus, MP for Thunder Bay-Atikokan, and Geoffrey Weller, the Vice-President (Academic) at Lakehead University, were present at the ceremony at which the announcement of Canadian government support was made. Previously they had given their support to UMD's efforts and spoken of the value of the chair to Canada, to northwestern Ontario and to Lakehead University. They both stated that the chair will significantly enhance the links between the two universities (Lakehead and UMD) the two regions (northwestern Ontario and northern Minnesota) and the two cities of Thunder Bay and Duluth. The professorship, scheduled to be filled in the 1991 academic year, will be in the Institute for International Studies, and work in cooperation with the existing visiting professorship in Northern Circle Studies. Nord said the Canadian grant was an important first step, and is in part recognition for UMD's long-time commitment in promoting Canadian studies. The initial commitment toward the $2 million chair in Canadian studies will be followed by private donations, Nord said, and will be matched by $1 million from the University's annual fund. A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 5 �Lakehead University Juried Student Exhibition 61 pieces in a variety of media selected Clint Kraft won the Munto Family Award for best in show during the Lakehead University Juried Student Exhibition currently on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. His painting is entitled, Flight of the Mannequin. The award is valued at $450. Fifty-eight students submitted 169 works for the three-member jury to consider. The exhibition is organized jointly by the LU visual arts department and the gallery. Sixty-one of the best pieces in a variety of media, produced in 1989-90 by 41 visual arts students were selected for viewing. Jurors included Henry Hajdinjak, Alison Kendal and Tatiana, all from outside the LU community. Other award winners selected by the jurors included: - Thunder Bay Society of Architects Awards ($200 each) - Isabelle Guillamette (Penchant Pour Degas) and Rick Tiihonen (unsculpture). - Ontario Crafts Council Award ($150) - Barbara Baird (Wash Day) - LU Student Union Award ($150) - Margaret Bilbrough (Edible Book). - LU Visual Arts Association Award ($100 each) - Michael Kowbuz (Attic Interior), Eric Berkan (Laena), Nancy Bjorgo (Yellow Sofa) and Barbara Kushak (Still Life). - Pert's Framing Award ($100) - Erin M. May (Transparency). - Framing Post Award ($50) - Jenifer Chicoine (Figure Collage #4). - Dean's Award, Drawing ($75) - Barbara Baird (Mary and Olga). - Dean's Award Painting ($75) - Stacey Saukko (Geology #6). - Dean's Award, Printmaking ($75) - Pat Eisenback (Hight). - Dean's Award, Sculpture ($75) - Linda Santa (The Encounter). - Dean's Award, Ceramics ($75) - Sharon R. Reid (Hangover). - Fusion Award (one year membership) - Shirley Dolph (Black Rose). Winners selected by representatives of local businesses included: - The Framing Experience Award ($100) gift certificate) - Carol Kirkpatrick (Breath of Spring). - Gallery of Fine Arts Award ($100 gift certificate) - Frances Friesen (Palm II). - Atwood, Shaw, Labine Award ($100) - Frances Friesen (Jamaican Sunrise). - Painted Turtle Art Shop Award ($100 and book) - Maureen Doyle (EggscapeEggsistential). - Henderson and Associates Marketting and Advertising Award ($250) - Jennifer Chicoine (Figure Collage #4). - Winner of People's Choice Award - Frances Friesen (Jamaican Sunrise) ~ O" ~lt. \\)1' Page 6 Shirley Dolph with the Fusion Award Clint Kraft receiving the Munro Family Award Margaret Bilbrough accepts LU Student Union Award from LUSU President Greg Beckford A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 1990 �New Faces Patrick Cholin Ling Liu Patrick Cholin is a new Computer Programmer/ Analyst in the Computer Service Department. Patrick graduated in 1988 from Lakehead University with a Bachelor of Science Degree (4 year program) majoring in Computer Science. A soccer enthusiast, Patrick is presently looking to join a new team playing in the local league and is about to take a refresher course in soccer refereeing. After work he says, "the only computer I'll touch is Nintendo". His favorite game? "Dragon Warrior". Patrick hopes to take a class or two in the near future and looks forward to meeting the people of the university community. Ling Liu has joined Printing Services as a clerk. Originally from the ancient city of Nanjing in China, Ling, her husband Xining Li (a Mathematical Sciences professor here), and her young son Ming-Fei moved to Canada 5 years ago. They settled in Calgary, relocating when Xining had a job offer at Lakehead University. "I like the environment here and dealing with people face to face" . Ling holds a Computer Science degree from the ..___ _ _ _ _ _ _ __.University of Najing. She enjoys swimming and an occasional bout of table tennis. To adapt to Canadian life, Ling would "someday like to learn how to ski and go fishing". Presently she is trying her hand at the art of Canadian cuisine - muffins and cakes. She is an expert chef and talents lie with old-style authentic Chinese food. Hugh Briggs II '---H-ug_h_B_r-ig_g_s-ha-s-jo_in_e_d_C_a_m_p_u_s- - - - - - - ~ Development as the Construction Supervisor. He will be supervising the new construction on campus as well as any renovations. Before moving to Lakehead University, Hugh was an estimator with BayWalsh General Contractors. Hugh attended Ryerson Polytechnical Institute in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program . He says, "most of my jobs have been in the ci vii engineering field though". Hugh, his wife Karen and their three children, live in Kakabeka. They have 11 acres of rolling hills and room enough to plant their own apple orchard. In his spare time, Hugh coaches little league baseball and enjoys snowmobiling and cross-country skiing on his property in the winter. . Denise Bruley has survived the "orientation phase" in the Information Office and just recently her colleagues discovered her secret. If her quick transition to reporter, public relations officer, special events coordinator, computer whiz, queen of fax and files is not due to her recent degree in political studies from LU, nor her experience at Parks and Rec, nor her travels in Europe, nor her extra curricular activities singing at weddings, or =====---_:::=== working on her French, then, what? Well, ifs simple. Although born in Thunder Bay and a graduate of Hammarskjold, Denise has been able to stay afloat in the often busy and always crazy Information Office because of her 6 year stint in Newfoundland! That is undoubtedly where she developed stamina, humour, a love of jigs and a flare for tall tales. Non-Teaching Staff To The Board Of Governors Pursuant to the Provision of the Revised By-Laws adopted by the Board of Governors on March 29, 1990, elections will be held in May 1990 to elect to the Board Member of the NON-TEACHING STAFF serve from the Annual Meeting in September 1990 to the Annual Meeting in 1993. Who is Eligible? Any full-time employee of Lakehead University who has been on staff for at least three years, not holding a faculty appointment, and not senior management reporting directly to a Vice-President or the President. Who may Nominate and Vote? Any full-time employee of Lakehead University, not holding a faculty appointment. The Nomination period will be from May 14, 1990, to May 28, 1990. Ballots will be mailed to NON-TEACHING STAFF on May 31, 1990, and the deadline for receipt by secret ballot process is 4 p.m ., Thursday, June 14, 1990, in the office of the Secretary of the Board of Governors (UC 2007) who will be the Chief Electoral Officer. Requests for further information can be directed to the Chief Electoral Officer, Mrs. Beverley Stefureak, 8614. May 1990 Denise Bruley Appointment Norma Jean Newbold, formerly of the Registrar's Office has been appointed the new Residence Life/Conference Officer. The new position replaces the marketing co-ordinator position and adds the duties of residence supervision. Norma Jean worked in the York University residence for four years as a Residence Assistant and in the office. "Basically", says Norma Jean, "under my portfolio I am responsible for residence operations, ~ under the supervision of the Director of Residence". Included with her new job is a new place to live. Norma Jean has taken up "residence" (pun intended!) in the Gordon G. Macleod house. Norma Jean can be reached at 8622 and looks forward to meeting the students and staff. A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 7 �Special Canadians Hon<J JOHN KIM BELL is the first JEANNE LECAINE AGNEW North American Indian to become a symphonic composer and conductor. He is a Mohawk Indian who was born on the Kahnawake Reserve near Montreal. He began piano lessons at the age of eight and violin at the age of ten and was soon appearing on local television in Columbus, Ohio, where the family had moved. At the age of eighteen, Bell was the youngest professional conductor in the United States. He continued to study piano after receiving his Bachelor of Music from Ohio State and conducted more than thirty national tours and Broadway musicals. Other career highlights: founder and president of the Canadian Native Arts Foundation, a national organization which provides educational and professional development opportunities for Native youth in the arts; production of the first full scale Native contemporary ballet entitled, In the Land of Spirits , and writing original musical scores for film. John Kim Bell, 36, will receive his first Canadian honorary degree, Doctor of Music, at the morning convocation ceremony. was born in Port Arthur and educated at Central School, Port Arthur Collegiate Institute and the Port Arthur Technical and Commercial High School. A graduate of Queen's University (B.A. '37, M.A. '38) and Harvard (Ph.D. 1941), Dr. Agnew says her professional goal "was always to be an educator". Three years during World War II, as part of the Canadian branch of the atomic research effort, gave her good experience in the practical application of mathematics and thus began her distinguished career. From 1956-1984 she was a professor at Oklahoma State University. Her work with graduate students in number theory led to the publication of Explorations in Number Theory (Brooks/Cole, 1972). Ouimet Can yon is on the book cover which Dr. Agnew says "is symbolic of unsolved problems". Dr. Agnew co-authored another book in 1978 and is currently working on nine learning modules intended for use in high schools in Canada and the United States. Dr. Agnew will return to her birthplace to be honoured at the morning Convocation with a Doctor of Laws. Perhaps she will also have the opportunity to visit her summer home on Lake Superior which she refers to as "a small piece of Canadian land to which I can return for revitalization". :0 ~ $. 0\ ':"< ~ ¢' '<veil J\J~"' DEREK BURNEY was born in Fort William, Ontario. He attended Queen's University in Kingston where he received an Honours B.A. and M.A. in Political Science. He joined External Affairs as a Foreign Service Officer in 1963. After holding posts at Embassies in New Zealand and Tokyo from 1965 to 1972, Burney returned to headquarters where in 1978 he was accredited as Ambassador to the Republic of Korea. In 1985, Burney was appointed Associate Under Secretary of State for External Affairs until 1987 when he served as Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister. In 1989, Mr. Burney became Canada's fifteenth Ambassador to the United States. Recently Ambassador Burney has assumed additional responsibility as the Prime Minister's personal representative for the Economic Summit which will be held in the United States this year. Derek Burney will receive the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws and will address the graduating class of 1990 at the morning ceremonies. FRASER DOUGALL, JR. will be made a Fellow of the University for his long and distinguished service to the University and community. Born in Port Arthur in 1942, he attended elementary schools here before moving to Manitoba. Mr. Dougall received his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. John's College of the University of Manitoba. He has subsequently taken special courses at the University of Western Ontario, York University, and Harvard University.A broadcaster by profession, Mr. Dougall has had a successful media career extending over thirty years. In addition to many radio and television holdings, he has bee1 a successful entrepreneur in restaurant operations as well. Mr. Dougall has served as a member of the Board of Governors of Lakehead Univer sity from 1967 through 1983 and as Chairman of the Board from 1981 through 1983. His volunteer associations are numerous and include active participation in the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, the Ontario Economic Council, the Board of Minaki Lodge, the Port Arthur Rotary Club, the Gyro Club, the Lakehead University Health, as well as others. He has been the winner of many local, provincial and national awards including being named as one of five Outstanding Young Canadians Awards in 1972. �ired at Convocation 1990 WILLIAM S. FYFE will address the afternoon graduands and receive an honorary degree in Doctor of Laws in recognition )f his international contributions to research on global environmental problems. He began his education and :areer in New Zealand and has :,een professor of Earth Sci~nces at the University of :::alifornia (Berkeley), Univer;ity of Manchester and is :urrently Dean of Sciences at :he University of Western Jntario. At the forefront of earth ,ciences for more than 40 vears, Dr. Fyfe has been the recipient of numerous awards :ncluding membership as a Fellow of the Royal Society of London (UK) and twice ,eceving a Guggenheim Felowship. In the 1980's 0.. Fyfe was m initiator of the International Global Change Program de;igned to explore the unique :onditions for life on our :>lanet as well as the human :nfluence on the interactions naintaining these condition. [n 1989 he was awarded the ::::ompanion of the Order of ::::anada for his efforts on behalf )f this international environncntal program. He is noted =or his style and enthusiasm in :ommunicating scientific <nowledge and his legacy is ~vident in the scores of interna:ional scientists who are former :;raduate students. r . AR1HUR ERICKSON will G. SYDNEY HALTER will be JOAN (Dusty) MILLER will be receive an honorary Doctor of Laws during the afternoon Convocation on Saturday, May 26, 1990. Perhaps the citation for the 1986 Gold Medal from the Amercian Institute of Architects best summarizes this phenomenal Canadian: "Global architect, passionate advocate of cultural awareness, and fervent explorer of human and natural environments, whose buildings, though remarkably di verse, share deep respect for context, incomparable freshness and grace, and the dramatic use of space and light." Arthur Erickson was born in 1924 in Vancouver and was educated at the University of British Columbia and McGill. He first became enthralled with architecture after reading an article in FORTUNE magazine on Frank LLoyd Wright's Taliesin West. Erickson has designed many outstanding projects including the Courthouse and Provincial Offices in Vancouver, the Canadian Pavilion at Expo 70 in Osaka, Simon Fraser University, University of Lethbridge. the Canadian Embassy in Washington and to our utter amazement, the Ministry of Colleges and Universities building under construction in Th under Bay! honoured as a Fellow for his outstanding contribution to university and community. Born and educated in Thunder Bay, he received his Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Manitoba in 1946. Mr. Halter joined the C. D. Howe Company as design engineer and eventually became President and Chief Engineer and Senior VicePresident and Director of all of the C. D. Howe Group of Companies including its overseas branches. His main fields of expertise involve dock and harbour installations and bulk material handling in virtually every port in Canada as well as some overseas. Mr. Halter was Past-Chairman of the Board of Governors of Lakehead University where he served for fifteen years; Past-President of the Board of Governors of McKellar General Hospital; Past President of the Consulting Engineers of Ontario; and Past-Director of the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce and also PastDirector of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Halter has been twice honoured by the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario for outstanding service to his profession. He received the distinction of Fellow of the Engineering Institute of Canada in 1987 in recognition of his excellence in engineering and for services rendered to his profession and society. honoured with the 1989 Lakehead University Alumni Award. Mrs. Miller graduated from Lakehead University in 1969, with a Bachelor of Arts degree (Philosophy) and was the recipient of the Chancellor's Medal. She is a dedicated patron of the arts, particularly theatre gifted as a Director, actress and member of the Ontario Arts Council. Always concerned with the well being of the individual and the community, the name Dusty Miller has become synonymous with social justice, whether at the helm as Mayor of the City of Thunder Bay (1978-1980) or active Alderwoman from 1974-78, and 1984present or concerned citizen through her many memberships. Mrs. Miller provided much of the leadership and energy to develop the Alumni Association into an active and productive organization. She currently represents the City onthe Lakehead University Board of Governors. Dusty Miller, described as a woman "radiating warmth and understanding of people" is a most worthy alumna for this award. - ~ $. ~ ~ ....0'I ~ "<ve1t_ JU~~ �Ludwig Van Beethoven returned from the dead to perform with the Psychology professor Ken Allan, delighted school children from St. Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra at the Community Auditorium on Pius with his performance. From left to right, Dolores Sanchez, Lisa May 1. The abrasive Beethoven, looking very much like our own Frigeri, Shannon Bonazzo,Andy Lee, Kevin Kelner,and Tyler Wilen. Lakehead University and The TBSO - - Making beautiful music together ( Lakehead University and the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra continue their tradition of working together by presenting a composition by Dr. Aris Carastathis for the 199091 Symphony season. The piece, based on northern themes, is slated for it's premiere in March of 1991 and has been cocommissioned by Lakehead University's Centre for Northern Studies and the TBSO. Dr. Carastathis, Assistant Professor of Music, has an extensive background in composition and instruction with the Saskatoon Conservatory of Music, Louisiana State University, the University of Northern Iowa and Wartburg College. He lists nearly 40 compositions to his credit. In addition, Dr. Carastathis has had conducting engagements with several orchestras, including the Waterloo Symphony Chamber Orchestra, the University of Northern Iowa Orchestra, the Nova Symphonia Ensemble and the Louisiana State University New Music Ensemble. Dr. Carastathis is only one of many links Lakehead University has with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra. The TBSO kicked off it's 30th Anniversary Season in April as" A Season to Celebrate". Music Director and Conductor, Glenn Mossop, referred to those ties as "close" and "beneficial to both" Sessional lecturers in Lakehead University's Music Department often wear two hats, teaching courses by day and performing with the symphony at night. These include Penelope Clarke, flute; Doris Dungan, flute and piccolo; Joy Fahrenbruck, sym,.:.. 6 phony chorus; Jeff Gibson, french horn; '8-. ~ Colleen Gibson, oboe; Nancy Gildner, ~ ; ; trumpet; Wilf Kauffman, clarinet; Heather ~v ~ Morrision, piano; Andrew Proctor, percussion; -ell ]U~ Gayle Raulston, Violin; and Harold Weevers, Bassoon. Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 1990 �Publishing Profs get hooked during their student days ''Too bad he takes after Uncle Crawford'' "All the time I was growing up, no one ever mentioned to me my great-uncle, the philosopher, theologian and amateur inventor, William Albert Crawford Frost. It was not until my second year at university, when I decided to major in philosophy, that I even heard about him. Then I overheard various aunts and uncles whispering in sympathetic tones to my parents, saying such things about me as: "He seems to be turning out like uncle Crawford" or "isn't it too bad that he takes after uncle Crawford". Volume Two of the The Frye Library of Canadian Philosophy was recently published, under the general editorship of Dr. Douglas Rabb, professor of philosophy at Lakehead. Entitled "The Christian Cosmology of Crawford-Frost" the book deals with early Canadian philosopher William Crawford-Frost, a subject close to Dr. Rabb's heart. When Dr. Rabb originally approached the publishers, his idea was to write a book on Crawford-Frost. The publisher felt the book may not sell on its own, but as part of a series on Canadian philosophers, it would be marketable. Out of this sprang the Frye Library of Canadian Philosophy. "Perhaps philosophy is part of a genetic inheritance", he mused. Rabb became interested in Crawford-Frost when he discovered one of his books in an attic in a family home. He was instantly intrigued with the eccentricities of the man. Crawford-Frost published two major books, "Old Dogma and New Light" and ''The Philosophy of Integration". Both attempt to reconcile Christian belief in creation with the theory of evolution which Rabb critiques in his book. CrawfordFrost was also an amateur inventor who claimed to have invented the first bag-suspended military gas mask. The patent was purchased by the British military and used in WWI. "The Christian Cosmology of Crawford-Frost" and volume one of the Frye series, "Religion and Science in Early Canada" are available in the LU Bookstore. Book began as PhD thesis The book by Dr. Mike Richardson, professor of English, "Astrological Symbolism in Spenser's The Shepheardes Calender: The Cultural Background of a Literary Text" has been published by The Edwin Mellen Press and is available in the Bookstore. The book, which deals exclusively with Edmund Spenser's work "The Shepheardes Calender", is largely intended for university libraries, said Dr. Richardson. Dr. Richardson began the work on his book in 1975. "Originally it was my PhD thesis but I changed and added to it, eventually incorporating it into a book". Richardson did virtually all of his research for the book at the Lakehead University library. "They have an excellent series of microfilm on Early English books from 1470-1640. I went through 1600 reels of microfilm". He also used extensively another series of facsimile reprints called the English Experience which numbers 900 volumes. The library has all of them. According to Dr. Richardson, "the book tests the hypothesis that Edmund Spenser (1522-1599), without devising birth charts for his characters, fashioned the twelve eclogues that com- May 1990 prise his poem, The Shepheardes Calender, in accordance with the motifs, character types, and destinies that astrologers have traditionally attributed to the people born under the sign and plant governing each eclogue's month". Richardson is in the early stages with two other books, the first a handbook of Renaissance Astrology and the second, a book on British children's author Rosemary Sutcliff. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 11 �People /Papers /Publications Special Projects/Awards David Kemp of the ~~=~ Department of Geography has had a book entitled Global Environmental Issues: A Climatological Approach, published by Routledge. The book provides an introduction to large scale environmental ..,.¥~jif' 1 issues, such as drought, famine and desertification, --'si~],:,i~~ acid rain, the greenhouse effect, ozone depletion and nuclear winter, all of which include a strong climatological element in their make-up. :~t~;;;;~~~ Dr. A. Sedov, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering is the author of two papers, "A unified constrained inversion model for ultrasonic flaw sizing" and "The flat-bottom hole. An ultrasonic scattering model." that have recently been published in Research in Nondestructive Evaluation 1(1990) pp. 77-97 and pp. 181-196 respectively. Both papers were co-authored with Dr. L. W. Schmerr of Iowa State University, Ames,lowa. Dr. Yves Prevost, School of Forestry gave a presentation on cone and seed insects at a workshop of the Ministry of Natural Resources March 20 and 21, 1990 in Dryden. Ms. Shelley A. Vescio, Professor Prevost's graduate student in forest entomology, was awarded an NSERC post-graduate scholarship over the next two years to study "Indigestible fibres in host tree foliage as defences against feeding by spruce budworm". Ms. Vescio most recently studied at University of New Brunswick where she obtained her B.Sc.F. (1985). She obtained her diploma as a For. Tech. from Lakehead. I Dr. Laurie Garred, Professor and Chairman, Department of Chemical Engineering has had the following refereed article published recently: Garr e d LJ et al. "Effect of Reuse on Dialyzer Efficacy. Artificial Organs" 14(3): 1-5, 1990. Prof. Garred attended 2 international conferences in April, present,.:.. 0 ing 2 papers at the ~ ~ International Society of ~ ':°"' Blood Purification ~ annual meeting in bell J\l~~ Parma, Italy and a third $ paper at the American Society of Artificial Organs in Washington, D.C. The latter paper will be published in the conference proceedings. Dr. Garred has also been awarded a grant for 1990-91 research work in France under the Canada/France Science and Technology Cooperation Program. Dr. Bill Parker, School of Forestry was appointed to the Ontario Renewable Resources Review Board. PRESTIGIOUS AWARD FOR UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR Dr. Sher Ali Mirza, a professor of civil engineering at Lakehead University, has received the prestigious Raymond C. Reese Structural Research Award from the American Concrete Institute. Dr. Mirza, ~ with coauthors ~ Richard W. Furlong, professor of engineering at the University of Texas in Austin, and John S. Ma, structural engineer with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in Washington, D.C., received the award the ACl's 1990 Spring Convention in March at the Royal York Hotel. The award winning paper entitled "Flexural Shear and Ledge Reinforcement in Reinforced Concrete Inverted T-Girders" provides significant design guidance in the proportioning of web reinforcement and calculation of the strength for ledges. The final paper was the result of a number of years research and work. Dr. Mirza has been on faculty at Lakehead University since 1980. He is a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and serves on committees of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering. He has been a member of the American Concrete Institute since 1975. Before joining Lakehead University, Dr. Mirza was a research associate at the University of Alberta and was with an Edmonton consulting firm for a number of years. He holds a PhD in engineering from the University of Texas in Austin, Texas. LAPRE AND TEAM CHALLENGE NATIONALS Although the regular season is over for theNorwesters, some of the LU varsity players and coach Claude Lapre are not at a loss to fill up their days. For the ..._ fourth time -. Lapre has been = = = - - ' - - ' - - - - ' = appointed the coach of the provincial volleyball team. His major duty will to coach the team to the next Canada Summer Games (1993) in Kamloops, B.C. Lapre will be busy in the spring and early summer with tryouts for th« team. An Lakehead University affiliated club team, the Junior Lady Norwester coached by Claude Lapre, will be bus: in competition in the next few weeks. The team includes LU varsity players Kelly Breutigam, Kelly Williams, Sue Craig, Tania Mash and Angie Aiken it addition to city high school students Sandra Bade of Hammarskjold, Shelle Martin of Westgate and Alyson Nicol and Elaine Cullen from St. Ignatius. Kelly Breutigam, the power-hitter whc stormed through an excellent season l, been invited to Regina to the National team tryout camp during mid-May. Myrna Holman, Human Resources Officer, was one of five Canadians invited to make a presentation at the international conference on Sexual Harassment, Abusive Management an, Workplace Abuse at the University of Washington in May. Unique Research Opportunities fo: students of animal biology are availabl through the Lakehead Centre for Northern Studies. Centre Director, Dr. Paul Watts, is interested in interviewin graduate and undergraduate students i animal biology who are interested in working as summer research assistants in the North through the Institute of Arctic Ecophysiology. Students will have access to a wide variety of equipment and facilities including field stations on the Hudson Bay Lowlands, animal holding facilities and respiratioi chambers for bears. For further information contact: Dr. Paul Watts, Director, 343-8360. Page 12 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 199· �Research News FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Research Officer: Anne Fiorenza RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES For further information on any of these Research Programs, please contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. I am very pleased that Mrs. Connie Hartvikscn will be the Interim Research Officer during my secondment (April September 1990) to the Research Branch, Ministry of Colleges and Universities. SSHRC RESEARCH AWARDS SSHRC has recently announced the results of the 1990 Research Grants competition. In total, the Grants Selection Committees recommended to SSHRC that four Lakehcad University researchers be funded. However, due to insufficient funds, three of these candidates were put on a revcrsionary list. All candidates on a rcversionary list will be reconsidered for funding should funding be made available within the same year. I would like to take this opportunity to commend all researchers for their efforts in this years competition. Those candidates receiving new SSHRC grants, as well as those candidates which were placed on the reversionary list arc: New SSHRC Grant Recipient Dr. Robert J. Payne, School of Outdoor Recreation, Project Title "Social Profiles of Wildlife - Related Recreation Activity in Canada, 1981 -1988". SSHRC Proposals on Reversionary List Dr. Peter Crocker, School of Physical Education, Project Title "Consistency cues in coaching feedback: Effects on perceptions of sincerity and motivation". Dr. T. W. Dunk, Centre for Northern Studies, Project Title "Native Labour in the Early Industrial Economy of Northwestern Ontario 1850 -1950". Prof. Patricia Vervoort, Department of Visual Arts, Project Title "C. D. Howe, The Engineer: 1916 -1935". SSHRC RENEWABLE GRANTS Education: J. O'Meara Psychology: Dr. K. Rotenberg Political Studies: G.R. Weller J. Rayner History: P. Jasen, Canada Research Fellowship NSERC RESEARCH AWARDS In the April issue of the Agora, I announced the new NSERC award holders. NSERC eligible faculty who currently hold two- or three-year grants include the following: Dr. G. Borradaile, Department of Geology Dr. R. Day, Department of Mathematical Science Dr. S. Easa, Department of Civil Engineering Dr. R. Freitag, Department of Biology Dr. A. Hughes, Department of Chemistry Dr. C. Kent, Department of Mathematical Science Dr. B. Kronberg, Department of Geology Dr. M. Lankester, Department of Biology Dr. P. Lee, Department of Biology May 1990 Dr. P.M. Li, Department of Mechanical Engineering Dr. A. Macdonald, Department of Biology Dr. L. Malek, Department of Biology Dr. A. Mirza, Department of Civil Engineering Dr. R. Mitchell, Department of Geology Dr. W. Momot, Department of Biology Dr. S. Naimpally, Department of Mathematical Science Dr. K. Natarajan, Department of Electrical Engineering Dr. I. Nirdosh, Department of Chemical Engineering Dr. V.V. Paranjape, Department of Physics Dr. W.H. Parker, School of Forestry Dr. V.R. Puttagunta, Department of Chemical Engineering Dr. J. Ryder, Department of Biology . Dr. A. Sedov, Department of Mechanical Engineering Dr. B. Singh, Department of Mechanical Engineering Dr. N. Weir, Department of Chemistry Dr. J. Whitfield, Department of Mathematical Science CANADA/FRANCE RESEARCH AWARDS Dr. Laurie Garred, Department of Chemical Engineering, has been awarded a Canada/France Science and Technology Cooperation Award. In 1988/89, Dr. Garred spent his sabbatical leave at the University of Montpellier, France during which several collaborative projects in the area of urea kinetic modelling were pursued. Dr. Garred, states that the purpose of this years one month visit will be to consult with his fellow French researchers on their continuing work, particularly with respect to the development and testing of a prototype urea monitor, a project initiated during his sabbatical. CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE NEWS Dr. Robert Rosehart has been appointed as a member of the Board of Directors for the Mechanical and Chemimechanical Pulps Federal Network of Centres of Excellence. MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT New Environmental Technologies Program Ontario will spend $30 million over the next five years to stimulate development of new products and processes that protect the environment. The environmental technologies program will fund up to 50 percent of projects proposed by Canadian universities, companies, research organizations, municipalities, etc., to a maximum of $500,000 per year for a maximum of three years. The funding is to help cover costs of researching, developing and testing the product or process and for full scale field trials and technical demonstrations. Eligible products and processes include technologies that: 1. will eliminate or reduce emissions to air or discharge to water 2. reduce municipal, commercial and industrial waste by reducing, reusing and recycling 3. develop spills containment and cleanup technologies 4. develop improved monitoring and analytical methods and techniques Deadline: June 15, 1990 NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH Research on Mental Disorders in Rural Populations The purpose of this program is to stimulate research on mental disorders as they occur in Americans living in rural areas Research to be supported under this program is expected to: AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 13 �1. increase understanding of the major mental health problems and risks that may be associated with the stress of rural life 2. ways that the incidence and prevalence of mental disorders can be assessed and perhaps lowered; 3. ways that effective services can be made more accessible, organized into an integrated system, and delivered economically in rural areas. For interested faculty the following grants are available: - general research grants - demonstration grants - grants to establish a research centre. Preference will be given to applications that involve collaboration between academic researchers and public sector agencies. Deadline: June 1, 1990 AMERICAN EPILEPSY SOCIETY Research Grants 1990 One year research grants are available to support basic and clinical research in the biological, behavioural and social sciences which will advance the understanding, treatment and prevention of epilepsy. Priority is given to beginning investigators just entering the field of epilepsy research, to new innovative projects and to investigators whose research is relevant to developmental or paediatric aspects of epilepsy. Deadline: August 31, 1990 Research Fellowships 1990 Various fellowships valued at $25,000 offer qualified individuals the opportunity to develop expertise in epilepsy research. Application is open to physicians, or individuals who have received their doctoral degree in a field of the behavioural sciences. For further information, please contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, ext. 8223. Deadline: August 31, 1990 CIDAAWARDS Long-Term Awards This program encourages proposals of 7-24 months in duration that will lead to the growth of Canadian international development expertise in the following fields of specialization: fisheries, energy, transportation, intercultural management, human resource development, education, women in development, rural development, health, nutrition, population, environment, marketing, mining, telecommunications and small enterprises. Deadline September 4, 1990. Awards are for a maximum of $25,000. SCIENCE CULTURE CANADA ( The purpose of this program is to provide project funding and core funding for activities that promote increased general public awareness of scientific and technological achievements and to develop and sustain interest in science and technology among Canadian youth. Proposals of Project Funding are considered twice annually with deadlines of April 5 and October 15. Proposals for Core Funding are considered once annually at the April 15 deadline. This program should be of particular interest to the School of Education, School • of Forestry, School of Engineering and all 0 i- . ~ Science Departments. tl' . ~ .... __ .,,. ~ ?veil\\)~~ UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES World Wildlife Fund - Endangered Species Recovery Fund (July 1, October 1, January 1, April 1), Wildlife Toxicology Fund (anytime). Laidlaw Foundation Program - Children and Families at Ri. Program (may 1, September 1, November 1), Laidlaw Scholi Program (anytime), Laidlaw Conservation Program (July 1) University Research Incentive Fund - May 31, 1990. Social Science Federation of Canada - Aid to Scholarly Pul: cations Program (open). Department of Energy, Mines and Resources - Environmental Studies Revolving Funds (Anytime). National Geographic Society - Research Grants (Open). North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) - Advanced Research Workshops (Open). SSHRC -Travel Grants for International Representation ani Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada Prograr (March 30, June 30, and October 30). GRADUATE STUDIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS UPDATE The 1990-91 NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship recipients we recently announced. Successful applicants from Lakehead University who will receive a $14,000 award are: BOEGH, John (Mechanical Engineering) DURALIA, Thomas (Outdoor Rec/Nat.Sci) ECCLES, Barb (Physics) MOLLY, Karen (Psychology) STRANGIER, Stephanie (Mechanical Engineering) MCLAUGHLIN, John (Forestry) NICOL, Derek (Geology) PUUMULA, Mark (Geology) SEEMAYER, Barb (Geology) MCARTHUR, John (Geology) Winners of the 1990-91 Ontario Graduate Scholarship (Oper Competition) have also been announced by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Successful applicants who will receive a $3,400 award per term are: ADAIR, James (ElectricalEngineering) BOEGH, John (Mechanical Engineering) ECCLES, Barb (Physics) FATA, Mirella (Psychology) JONES, Maria (Psychology) LYLYK, Marilyn (Psychology) MOLLY, Karen (Psychology) STRANGIER, Stephanie (Mechanical Engineering) STEPHENSON, Samuel (Biology) To match the names & faces of the distinguished members of the quarter century club: p.2. Donald Orr, Professor of Chemistry p.3. George Ozburn, Professor of Biology p.4. John Whitfield, Dean of Arts and Science p.5. Bill Allaway, Associate Professor of Mathematical Studies p.6. Richard MacGillivray, Associate Professor of English p.7. Murray Patterson, Professor of Engineering p.8. George Merrill, Professor of English p.9. Moe Ktytor, Director of Student Placement p.10 Douglas Lindsay, Professor Emeritus of Biology p.11 Eric Green, Assoc. Professor of Mathematical Sciences p.12 Linda Phi/tips, Secretary to the President p.13 Anita Chen, Professor of Sociology p.14 Margaret McMurtry, Retired Library Assistant, Chancellor Paterson Library p.15 Pradip Sarbadhikari, Professor of Political Studies Members of the club not able to attend the recent dinner are:Harol, Braun, Principal Emeritus, Harry Elmslie, Professor of Business Administration, Don Mackinnon, Professor Emeritus of Engineering, Gordon Mott, Professor Emeritus of Engineering. Page 14 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A G O R A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 19! �Forum Cultivating Our Wits Reprinted with permission of author Leila Lutsis, Brock University "Canada has not managed its resources very well, nor its credit. What's left is our wits." Thus visiting speaker Janet Halliwell justified the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council's current initiatives to create a better environment for scientific research personnel. Executive Director of the Grants Program, Halliwell administers two thirds of NSERC's money. Despite a persistent prejudice that technology is the author of our problems rather than the solution, Ottawa has recently come to recognize how far behind Canada is in terms of research and development, Ms Halliwell said, and it faces many problems in catching up. She provided statistics to show how career prospects in R&D are shrinking; how professors in the natural sciences and engineering are aging, and positions opened by retirements are not being filled; how Canada lags behind Japan in the percentage of R&D personnel in its labour force (by a factor of 13 to 8); how male enrolments in the sciences are declining, while female enrolments are not increasing enough to make up the loss. "Four hundred and seventy-six high school graduates are needed to produce one PhD," she said, and NSERC is trying to encourage potential scholars by increasing the number of Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRAs), and by increasing stipends for post-graduate scholars. "Since the fertility rate in Canada is currently below the reproductive level," she argued, "we may need to reconsider our attitudes" toward the needs of women of child-bearing age who wish to pursue scientific careers. NSERC is responding to this pressure by creating 200 new USRAs for women, tenable in the first year of study; by instituting a new faculty recruitment program for women; by checking its guidelines for gender bias; and by allowing for deferred holding of scholarships for women of child-bearing age. Ms. Halliwell said NSERC is worried about the brain-drain - not just to the U.S.: "We've already seen Japan do some very active recruiting in Canada." And the U .K. has reversed its brain-drain, now that people are anxious to enter the new European Community. She quoted Northern Telecom's John Roth: "We need people who do not have a limited skill set, but have learned how to learn." May 1990 PRESIDENT'S REPORT continued from page 2 with the rest of the world post June 4, 1989, youth employment opp tuni . have become a serious concern. or ties . Well, back to Harbin. yve were given a very enthusiastic greeting at the airport by our hosts who included Mr. Pang, a former visitor to Lakehead University's English Department. As well as having three visiting professors from Harbin spend six months at Lakehead University, we have had graduate students from Northeast Forestry University and, this spring, one of our graduate students is going to Harbin for further graduate studies. At Harbin, they are very interested in furthering their connections with Lakehead University, but is clear that this will only be possible with significant financial support from CIDA. At this point in time, CIDA's China program seems somewhat in a state of limbo. • After four days in Harbin, we travelled by an impressive Russian-built China Air flight to Beijing and spent the final two days of our visit in the capital. The entire country is on a massive "greening" project and nowhere is this more evident than in Beijing where massive tree planting projects have been initiated. It is hard not to get caught up in the emotion of China, particularly when standing in Tiananmen Square, but it is far too easy to try and impose one's own values on others. Chia has major challenges in front of it. The benefits of industrialization are being negated to some extent by significant environmental problems. The challenges of a nation with 1.2 billion people are mind-boggling. However, change is in the air. "Free" markets are flourishing, and we ate in several private (vs. state) restaurants. Although China will never become a Hong Kong, serious efforts are being made to stimulate free enterprise and individual initiative. In time, I suspect that this will rapidly accelerate the social, economic and political reforms in this nation which are inevitable. It has now been about ten days of good Chinese food. I still have a bad cold (have even tried Chinese medicine), and we are all getting somewhat better at using chopsticks. Dr. Kondor is on food withdrawal and we break down and go for breakfast at an American hotel in Beijing. The food was probably not that good, but it was familiar. We took along our two translators and, after many days of hearing comments made about our use of chopsticks, it was indeed justice to see them handle a knife and fork. While in China, I met with some of our future graduate students and become a mail boy for the Registrar. These students are very excited about the possibility of studying in the west. A major problem will continue to be adequate funding. With foreign fees so high, the Canadian Embassy in China is getting very tough on giving students visas unless the students can demonstrate adequate financial support. It is somewhat staggering to realize that over 3/ 4 of the applications to all of our graduate programs are from China. I met some very impressive potential students in China who feel that a country as rich as Canada should help them. When you are in China and see the conditions and the challenges facing the people it is hard not to agree with them. On a personal basis, this trip has opened up my focus, and it is hard not to support further Canadian initiatives to help the underdeveloped countries of the world. For all of our problems at home, they seem somewhat pale in comparison. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e 15 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the June Agora is May 15, 1990. CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS - SPRING SESSION MAY 1 - JUNE 15, 1990 Mon - Thurs - 8 AM - 10:30 PM Friday-8 AM -9 PM Saturday - 11 AM - 5 PM Sunday - 1 PM - 9 PM THUNDER BAY ART GALLERY Tracks in the Sky April 27 - June 3 The Glass Box is Back - Saturday, May 5 2PM For information call 577-6427 THURSDAY 10 to SATURDAY 12 TRADE SHOW Come visit our Booth! Ontario Building FRIDAY, 11 SENATE Approval of Graduands PRESIDENT'S SILVER JUBILEE BALL Tiberio Room, Airlane Motor Hotel 6:30 PM Call Linda Phillips, 343-8200 MONDAY, 14 ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF THUNDER BAY Guest Speaker: ARTHUR BLACK Symposium, Dinner, Meeting 5:30 pm - Valhalla Inn, Scandia Room $20 per person (in advance) Call 345-9556 WEDNESDAY, 16 1990 Shell Fuelthon Car Unveiling 11:00 am Agora Circle Come out and see this year's car design THURSDAY, 17 THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND MAY 19 - 21, 1990 Saturday, May 19 - 11 AM - 5 PM Sunday, May 20 - 1 PM - 9 PM Monday, May 21 - 9 AM - 5 PM MONDAY,21 COMMONWEALTH DAY UNIVERSITY CLOSED Legion/LU 10-Mile Road Race Start Line: Comer of May & Arthur Sts. Finish Line: Branch #6 Legion Hall Start Time: 10 AM TUESDAY, 22 Half-courses terminate WEDNESDAY, 23 Half-course examinations THURSDAY, 24 TUESDAY,5 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Noon to 8:30 pm St. Mary's Church 85 North Algoma Street TUESDAY 5, WEDNESDAY 6 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC St. Pat's Cathedral Auditorium Noon to 8:30 pm WEDNESDAY, 6 ALUMNI VOLUNTEER SUPPER & ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Faculty Lounge Supper 5:30 pm General Meeting - 7:30 pm SATURDAY, 16 LU Community Council Silver Jubilee Picnic Grounds adjacent to C.J. Sanders Field House Spring Session hall-courses commence Spring Session full-courses which commenced May resume FRIDAY,25 Silver Jubilee Convocation Eve Faculty Lounge The Alumni Association hosts a reception to welcome new grads 8:30 - 10:30 pm Final date for withdrawal without academic penaltyfrom Spring Session Distance Education half-courses SATURDAY,26 SILVER JUBILEE CONVOCATION Thunder Bay Community AuditoriumMorning Convocation -10 AM Afternoon Convocation - 2:30 PM TUESDAY, 29 Final date for refunds on withdrawals from Spring Session half-courses which commenced May 24 ._ JUNE FRIDAY, 1 to SUNDAY, 3 Thunder Bay /Duluth Friendship Games Board of Governors 4PM The AGO RA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. It is published monthly (except August), and is distributed free of charge to the University's faculty and staff, local government, media, business and friends of the University. Credit is appreciated when material is reproduced or quoted. Director of External Relations: John Russell, Editor: Katherine Shedden Assistant: Denise Bruley Calendar: F1o Sherren Photography: Peter Puna Graphics: Ben Kaminski, Linda Siczkar, Debbie Tew Printing: Rainbow Address correspondence to: Editor/ Agora Information Office SN1002 Lakehead University Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B SE1 (807) 343-8631 or 343-8300 FAX 807-343-8023 The Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra Guest Conductor: Peter McCoppin Thunder Bay Community Auditorium 8:00p.m. FRIDAY, 18 Silver Jubilee Math Awards Presentation N.W .0. High Schools Noon to3PM Main Cafeteria (]) 1 .9....:1 (]) t: NF LAVOIE PHYS EDUCATION ~ u ~ ., ~ E~ (]) 0 .__ a..() V, e. t; V,0 .... - r • u:U ... 0. N � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource May 1990 Agora Magazine https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/5aa718685ee2b1925000de2be7766757.pdf 88577d75489ee4ab58fb092e59706b05 PDF Text Text ~ '-inside: ~ Bill McNeil eats crickets ...~ 'Forgotten war' remembered .. New Faces ................................ Research N ews ........................ 2 4 5 6 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 7 JULY 1990 Homecoming 190: More than 400 alumni share memories And they do it in style with song, dance, golf and good food Jan Tamblyn, folk-singer and son of LU's first President, and a Thunder Bay favourite son, Tom Kelly (HBA'67) perform in front of large appreciative audiences. Keynote speaker Colleen Cupples (BA'67) with a print of the Sleeping Giant by local artist Doris Kramer. School of Forestry announces new co-op program - first in Canada "Come on everybody let's do that Conga"! Dancers are lead by the effervescent Frank Mitchell (Grad Dip'69,Bl1'67). Dr. John Naysmith, Director of the School of Forestry and John DeGiacomo, Co-operative Education Co-ordinator at Lakehead Un iversity have announced that Canada's first university level co-op forestry program will be offered beginning this fall. The program is designed to respond to increasing demands by industry for graduates with more practical experience. It will combine the school' s four year program with five four month work terms. Student placements will primarily be centred with p rivate industry and government agencies. Nancy Luckai has been appointed the Forestry Co-op advisor. She says, "men and women from across Canada now have access to a unique educational package which addresses the many challenges facing forest resource managers". It is anticipated that enrolment in the forestry program will increase as a result of the introduction of the first Canada-wide co-op option. �wisdom of the Alumni Association in choosing Dusty as the 1990 Alumni Award winner. As with all events, suggestions for next time were freely given, an I would encourage the Association to work on the success of this event and plan for perhaps the 30th! Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart CELEBRATION 1990 The Silver Jubilee celebrations came to a fitting end with the Canada Day weekend reunion. This was the first major reunion of l..akehead University graduates planned by the Alumni Association, and the weekend was very successful. Over 400 participants registered for the many events, and it was impressive to see the many early graduates take part from all across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. The "Fresh Air" radio show was a highlight, and I am sure that if the audience didn't know about Lakehead University before the show, they do now. The duo of Tom and Dusty M iller were particularly entertaining on the show and, once again, point out the CENTRE FOR NORTHERN STUDIES Geoff Weller, Vice-President (Academic), has recently announced some changes in the CenlTe for Northern Studies. Firstly, Margaret Boone has assumed the Chair of the Advisory Committee to the Centre and the membership of this group will be expanded to include the two Deans. Professor Norm Bonsor has assumed the role of Interim Director of the Cen tre and a process will be put into place to see a Director selected in a p rocess similar to an academic department. Dr. Paul Watts has accepted a position with the Depar tment of Biology and will continue his northern studies research. SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON FUTURE FUNDING As you know, with the changes in Federal Government funding the prov- Lakehead University was given a breath of "Fresh Air" at the Reunion. Hosted by CBC Radio veteran Bill McNeil, listeners were treated to yams spun by the 'Miller duo of Dusty and Professor Emeritus Tom. Professor of Social Work ► Mary Lou Kelley discussed her involvement in the Council for Positive Aging (COPA). Ruth Robinson spoke about her graduation from high school two days before (after 52 years away from school). She will attend LU in the fall. Compliments of Dr. Yves Prevost, Bill snacked on the infamous "bug fudge" while on the air. Page2 inccs to cover the costs of post-secondary education, as well as the recent Ontari0 corridor funding decisions, it is impor _) tant that Lakehead University look seriously at our future fiscal well being. The audited statements of this past fiscal year (89 /90) are just now available and, for the first time since the early 80's, we had an operating deficit of slightly more than $100,000. In order to prepare the University for dealing with the regular 1991 /92 budget preparation cycle, I have established a special Presidential Committee on Future Funding that will meet over the summer and table a report in the early fall. This Committee, co-chaired by Professor G. Weller and Mr. F. Poulter, will have membership drawn from various groups including two faculty from the Senate Budget Committee and one of the Executive members of L.U.S.U. Their challenge is to predict, over a multi-year period, the likely external income to Lakehcad University in the form of operating grants and tuition fees as well as to examine various models of expenditure distribution within the University. HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE SUMMER! J AGORA---- - - - - - - - - - -- - July 1990 �(Around Campus First non-teaching staff member elected to Board of Gove rnors Bonnie Wigmore, paymaster in the Department of Finance, has been elected as representative to the Board of Governors for a three year term. She has worked for the university for 10 years and is the first full-time non-teaching staff member to serve on the Board. Convocation '90 videos available Videos of the morning and afternoon 1990 convocation ceremony proceedings are available by phone or mail from the Department of Audio Visual (343 8267). These 2 hour VHS or BETA tapes cost S20.00 (including tax). European/ Asian conversions arc also available for an additional $30.00. This video yearbook includes opening ceremonies and the conferring of degrees on all graduands. Who's onfirst? And who's on second. The construction of the new Student Centre and Regional Education Centre has caused the recent disappearance of a few LU fixtures. LUSIJ President fan Middleton and the entire LUSU crew insist they have moved liJeir offices to the Aesthetics Lounge UC2014 for the next 12 months. The photographic evidence reveals a different story. First, they took his door, then the office furniture and finally the building but an intrepid photographer finally /racked him lo his new office. That /ea11es the Learning Assistance Centre 011 second, or rather on the 4th floor of the Chancellor Paterson Library. They are now open for business in Room 4016 at the same phone number. The Understudy has closed but will reopen in mid-August at its new location in the Games Room. LU grad appointed ,uperintendent of Education Mr. Kevin Debnam (BEd '87, MEd '82, BA '76, DipEd '71) has been appointed Superintendent of Education effective August 1990. Mr. Debnam is currently the Coordinator of Elementary programs and has been with the Board since 1971. He replaces Gerry Blake who accepted a position as Superintendent of Curriculum with the Durham Region Roman Catholic School Board in Oshawa. Labatt's Assists Campus Alcohol Awareness Program Dave Vaillant, Labatt's Sales Representative, presented a $2500 cheque to Jeff Dockeray, (LUSU) Pub Manager and Programmer on behalf of Labatt's Breweries for the Lakehead University Student Union's new Alcohol Awareness Program. The program is designed to map out alcohol-related problems on campus and to find ways of dealing with them. The influx of younger students to university is changing the face of campuses across Ontario and student leaders are looking to new group activities with the focu s away from alcohol. July 1990 AGORA - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - -- Page 3 �Korean War Vets Commemorate 40th Anniversary with a Donation to LU The Korean Veterans Association, Unit 30 Thunder Bay donated a number of valuable books to Lakehead University recently, in commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of the end of the Ko rean War. The set of seven books deal with Korean history, culture and art. President of the Veteran's Association, Ken Himes, says "we want more people to realize that Canadians did serve in Korea - in fact, more than 26, 000! There were 560 fatali ties and more than 1000 wounded". Veterans from across the region formed a colour party and proceeded to the President's Office where Dr. Rosehar t was presented with the donation. The Korean Veterans Association's colour party trooped the Canadian and Korean flags through the University Centre as part of /he commemorative ceremony. In Remembrance r,,:;,...._, Ken Bums, a maintenance worker with Campus Development died unexpectedly on June 27, 1990. Ken worked at Lakchead University for the past 20 years. He was deeply devoted to his family and to his church. Ken will be remembered by co-workers as a hard-worker and for his obliging and friendly manner. Our deepest sympathies arc extended to the Bums family. Winners of the LU Oral Modern Language Contest From left to right, Dr. Abdul Mamoojee, a contest judge, Charmane Moore, FWCI, Andrea Onchulenko, Hillcrest, Bill Blomstrom, Lakeview, Lise-Anne Terpstra, Hammarskjold and Professor Andre Cloutier, Chairman of the Department of Languages. This oral competition, sponsored since 1960 by Mr. George B. Macgillivray, Pae;e 4 ) longtime Thunder Bay resident, was originally established to honour Mr. Macgillivray's high school French teacher, Helena C. Raitt. The contestants must demonstrate conversational ability in French, Spanish or German and are judged on their vocabulary, pronunciation, intonation, grammatical accuracy and fluency. AGORA-- - - -- - - - - -- - - - - July 1990 �New Faces I_ __ T _h_o_m_a_s_G_e_b_ur_e_k_ _ __,I .__I_ __ _ K_a_t_h_y_M_a_t_i_c_ _ ____, ( Dr. Thomas Geburek has joined the School of Forestry as a visiting scholar. Originally from West Germany, Dr. Geburek studied forestry science at the University of Gocttingen in Hamburg. He will be conducting research at Lakehead University, primarily in the area of forest conservation. "This is important research in Gem1any because of the massive decline of the forests there", says Dr. Geburek. Part of Geburek's reason for coming to Canada was for the "gain in personal experience". He finds the "Canadian attitude" largely different from the European but enjoys the challenge of learning the ropes in a foreign country. Geburek and wife, Sabine spend their leisure time exploring the region's Provincial Parks and enjoy hunting, fishing and canoeing. The Gebureks are expecting a very special Christmas gift this year - the first Canadian Geburek will be born in December. Robert Zuback Robert Zuback has been appointed to the newly created 1 "1osition of Development Officer in i.. 11e External Relations department. Rob will be working with area residents, organizations and businesses to maintain and improve LU's competitive role nationally in the areas of teaching, research and development. Apart from getting settled in his new position, new duties lie ahead for Rob. At press time the Agora staff received the happy news that Rob and his wife Debbie delivered a baby boy, John David Adam Zuback, on Monday, July 9. Kathy Matic is a new face at the circulation desk in the Library. Born in Yugoslavia, Kathy moved to Timnder Bay when she was four and has spent most of her life in the city. She attended Port Arthur Collegiate Institute and recently graduated from the Business/ Marketing Program at Confcderation College. A volleyball fanatic, Kathy and her family have set up a net in their backyard. She also enjoys reading fiction novels and is ' - - - - - - - - - -- ' a true horror story fanatic - Stephen King being her favorite author. Kathy bought a small boat, which she made seaworthy over the winter months, and is looking forward to testing the waters with it over the summer. Stephen Albanese Stephen Albanese is the new Micro Computer Technician in Audio-Visual Services. He is replacing Cathy Rhind who will be pursuing full-time engineering in the fall. Stephen comes to Lakehead University from working three years for a local firm, Hi-Tech Computer. He is a graduate of Hillcrest High School. Stephen has been married for six years to Susan. Stephen enjoys listening to what he terms "non-commercial" music and L...__ __ _ _ __ _ __, is a fan of PBS television. He likes to travel and hopes to get more opportunities to do so in the future. He has been all through the eastern states in the U.S. visiting the cities of Washington, Pittsburg and Philadelphia. In the future Stephen would like to start his own computer business. People, Papers/Publications munity Health Nurses to Link Theory & Special Projects with Practice" on May 29 at the UniverProfessor J.P. C. de Cangas, School of Nursing ~ □ presented the following par • pers; "Innovative Programs -=~$..;:, in Rural Practice: Northern Ontario Mental Health Network Bulletin Board, ~~~~;:~~~ and "Rural Psycho-Social Rehabilitation: Social Rein' sertion Program: - A step beyond case management" ~tn:-=f~~ at the 2nd International Rural Mental Health Conference, North Bay, Ontario June 11-15, 1990. Michel Morton, School of Nursing, presented a paper entitled "Assisting Student Com- 4 ° -=- .Tnlv HlAO sity of Guelph's Third Annual Instructional Show and Tell. This conference was attended by post-secondary educators interested in examining effective teaching-learning strategies. Dr. A. H. Mamoojee, Department of Languages, presented a paper entitled "The legateship of Q. Cicero in Gaul" at the annual meeting of the Classical Association of Canada, held in conjunction with the Learned Societies Conference at the University of Victoria, B.C. on 2022 May 1990. Patricia Vervoort, Department of Visual Arts, presented a paper entitled "Re-Constructing Van Gogh: Paintings as Sculptures" at the Fifth American Association for Netherlandic Studies interdisciplinary Conference at the University of California, Los Angeles, June 19-22, 1990. Dr. Seimer H. L. Tsang, professor and Chairman of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, presented a paper entitled "An Experiment of Natural Convection on a Vertical Hot Plate" at the 1990 Annual Conference on Engineering Education sponsored by the American Society for Engineering Education at the Sheraton Centre in Toronto, June 24-28. The refereed paper is on an experiment developed by Dr. Tsang for a Heat Transfer course taken by fourth year students in Mechanical and Chemical Engineering. The conference was attended by about 2,500 engineering educators from around the world. AGORA-- - -- -- - - -- - - - -- - Page 5 �FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH enforcement and other) used in resource management. There arc specific areas of high priority for wildlife, fisheries, forestry, and for parks and protected areas research. This _,, . information is included in the application packages that arc in the Research Office. The deadline for receipt of gran t applications for the fiscal year 1991-92 is November 15, 1990. Interim Research Officer: Connie Hartviksen M IN ISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT Research News Research Opportunities For further information on any of these Research Programs, please contact Connie Hartviksen, Interim Research Officer at extension 8223. ONTARIO MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES Ontario Renewable Resources Research Grant Program (ORRRGP) The p urpose of this research grant program is to finance renewable resource research at Ontario un iversities and comparable institutions that will: 1. Develop knowledge which will assist in maintaining and increasing the stock of fisheries, forestry and wildlife resources that in Ontario contribute directly and indirectly to economic and social benefits; 2. Enhance research capability related to the development, management, protection and rehabilitation of these renewable resources; 3. Stimulate collaboration and communications in this research between the ministry, university and other scientific communities; 4. Increase the amount of funding from the industTial, private non-profit and public sectors being devoted to this type of research. This program supports studies of up to five years duration that offer promise of assisting ministry managers to deal more effectively with short-term operational or longer-term strategic issues. To ensure relevance, applicants should acquaint themselves with current program concerns of ministry managers in the particular field or area proposed for the research project. In addition to applied research, this program may support or supplement basic research of the type normally eligible for support by national councils, provided that relevance to ministry management problems is clearly demonstrated . Proposals to develop knowledge in the following general areas will be considered: 1. Methods for better and more cost effective sampling and estimation of available resources. 2. Genetics, physiology and behaviour, leading to an improved understanding of the resource as well as the limits to its productivity potential. 3. Structure, interactions and dynamic changes of ecosystems, leading to new insights into their responses to natural and man-made environmental factors . 4. Development and validation of indices, models or causeeffect relationships to predict changes in resource productivity over time under various management regimes and external stresses. 5. Rcstor.ition and rehabilitation of degraded environments and depleted resources. 6. Evaluation of effects of changing consumer demands and preferences on resources and their utilization. 7. Development of methodologies to evalua te the efficiency and effectiveness of compliance mechanisms (legislative, Page 6 Environmental Technologies Program The spring deadline (June 15, 1990) is now past. There may be a fa ll deadline if all of the present funds arc not allocated. You will be informed if there is another submission date for this year. This is a 5-year program and the next definite deadline is February 1991. Please refer to the June 1990 edition of the AGORA or myself for additional infom1ation on this program . ONTARIO M INISTRY OF THE ATTORNEY GEI\TERAL Fund for Dispute Resolution The Attorney General Ian Scott announced March 17, 1990 that through the cooperation of government and private donors "The Fund for Dispute Resolution", a pool of more than one million dollars, has been created to finance research into alternatives to the traditional litigation process." Alternative d ispute resolution" (also known as /\DR) includes a variety of techniques like negotiation, conciliation, mediation, and arbitration which can operate either as an adjunct or as an alternative to the court system. ) This fund wi!J allow the citizens of Ontario to evaluate whether alternative dispute resolution can reduce the delays and expenses of the litigation system. This four year project represents an extraordinary opportunity for cooperation between government and the private sector, and for blending the experience of judges and lawyers with that of mediators, arbilTators, academics and community justice advocates. The "Fund for Dispute Resolution" is the first of its kind in Canada. The type of projects to be supported include training, education, and evaluation as well as a variety of pilot .ind demonstration projects. The Fund has been established through the collaborative efforts and funding contributions of three different bodies the MinistTy of the Attorney General for Ontario ($500,000); the Donner Canadian Foundation, a private, n.itional foundation with a record of making grants in the ADR field (S320,000 to support infrastructure costs of the Fund's fou r year existence); and the Law Foundation of Ontario, a public foundation which is fin anced through the interest on lawyers' trnst accounts (S300,000) for a total of $1 .125 million dollars. Although the Ministry of the Attorney General is providing the largest share of the support, all donors have agreed that the Fund will be administered by a national, nonprofit organization, "The Network: Interaction for Conflict Resolution", located in Kitchener, Ontario. Formed in 1985, it is an association of organizations and individuals dedicated to promoting better conflict resolution in criminal, civil and community disputes throughout Canada. Decisions on the ) allocation of funds will be made by a funding council appointed by the Attorney General, the Donner Canadian Foundation and The Network. ADR techniques have long been used effectively in Canada to resolve labour disputes. Family mediation has been available AGORA - - - - - -- - -- -- -- - - - April 1 990 �for fifteen years in Ontario. Other examples of ADR techniques currently in use include mediation by the Workers' C :Jmpcnsation Board and by the Freedom of Information and ,-rivacy Commission. The Fund will provide the capacity to determine through rigorous evaluation and research whether new and untried techniques offer solutions to the problems of delay, excessive costs, and lack of access to the justice system. At the end of four years, all participants will have the benefit of this research to guide them in the development of future policy and programs. ONTARIO MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICES The Child, Youth and Family Policy Research Centre The Child, Youth and Family Policy Research Centre is an independent, multi-disciplinary policy research institute whose objectives are to stimulate support, and produce high_quality, objective research and analysis in the arcs of public policy related to children, youth and families. The Centre seeks to influence and achieve social policies which reflect a strategic investment in children, youth and families based on solid, Canadian research. The Centre works with all groups concerned with child, youth and family policy issues, including social agencies corporations, foundations, governments, researchers and advocacy organizations. Initial funding for the Centre has been provided by the Government of Ontario, through the Ministry of Community and Social Services. Additional project funding has been obtained from foundation and corporate sources. ( ,:instituted as a charitable, independent corporation, incorporated in June 1988, the Centre has links to major research universities in Ontario. The Centre is governed by a Board of Directors representing multi-disciplinary interests. The Board of Directors has a Research Council to advise on research programs and review and evaluate the centre's research projects. Members of the Research Council include experts in the areas of economics, law, social welfare, sociology, health, psychology and education. The research is carried out by researchers who arc recruited for projects by the Centre, but work within the agencies or universities where they are based. One part of the Centre's current research program involves policy research and analysis in two theme areas: • Child, Family and State · Work and Family The Ccn trc is interested in funding project proposals i.n these two areas that will help to inform decision makers (e.g. government officials; employers) on policy issues that have implications for children, youth and families across Ontario. Although some of the suggested projects focus on Ontario, the Centre welcomes proposals that have a national focus or involve a comparison of Ontario with other jurisdictions. For a list of topics that could be addressed under the two theme areas, please call me at Ext. 8223. INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE REr ~ARCH TRUST: Grants For Shade Tree Research and Educational Projects" Each year since 1975, the International Society of Arboriculture has awarded grants to encourage scientific and educational research on shade trees. Horticulturists, plant pathologists, entomologists, soil specialists and others arc invited to submit brief outlines of proposed projects where grants might help buy supplies or equipment, hire technical or student help, or otherwise aid the work. For 1988, 1989 and 1990. (deadlines of Dec. 1 of 1987, 1988, and 1989) the Trustees voted 10 grants at $2,000 each year. Number and size of 1991 grants (deadline December 1, 1990) have not yet been determined. Individuals self-supported or privately or publicly employed are eligible. There is no restriction by religion, race, sex, age, nationality or residence of applicant. The grants are not expected to cover all research costs but to aid, stimulate and encourage scientific studies of shade trees. ISA requires that administrative overhead not be deducted from grants it awards. Recipients will be asked to publish their results in ISA's "Journal of Arboriculture" (Editor: Dr. Dan Neely, Illinois Natural History Survey, 607 East Peabody, Champaign, fl. 61820, phone 217-244-2168). For application procedures please call me at Extension 8223. To be considered, proposals must arrive at the University of Massachusetts by December 1, 1990. CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION Grants for Housing Research CMHC is interested in supporting research on housing and residential and community planning and development. Any housing topic may be investigated including those which cover social, cultural, economic, technical, environmental, legal, industry related, policy, program and administrative aspects of housing. Proposals must have a clearly stated objective and a well defined plan for reaching that objective. They must demonstrate an understanding of existing work on the same topic, and provide the possibility of expanding knowledge in the subject area. The audience and potential users of the proposed research results must be identified. The research proposal must include a viable and rigorous methodology which holds promise of accurate and useful results. A proposal must be able to stand on its own and not form part of a series. New idea's and innovative approaches with merit are welcome. The maximum value of an External Research grant is $20,000. An application may be made for any amount up to this value, but the amount requested must be commensurate with the scope of the research to be undertaken. Twenty-one researchers (out of 90 eligible applicants) from across Canada were awarded research contracts by CMHC this January. The research funded this year covered a range of subject areas including residential area planning, condominiums, cooperative housing, energy conservation, environmental pollution and housing, housing older Canadians, housing technology and building science, mortgage debt, real property assessment, the regulatory environment for housing, immigrants and rental housing, and residential waste disposal. The next deadline for application to CMHC is October 2, 1990. I have the new guidelines, application forms and a list of 240 examples of research program reports resulting from CMHC funding. The topics are extremely diverse and I encourage you to explore this program for potential research funding. April 1990 - - - - -- -- - - - - - -- - AGORA - - - - - - - - - -- - -- -- - - Page 7 �Campus Calendar To include your Deparhnent's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the September Agora is August 15, 1990. THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS JULY 3 -AUGUST 17, 1990 Monday - Thursday - 8 AM - 10:30 PM Friday-8AM-5PM Saturday 11 AM - 5 PM Sunday 1 PM - 9 PM THUNDER BAY ART GALLERY June 8 - July 15 Artists Respond: A People In Peril June 8 - July 15 Muzinihbeegey: Recent Paintings by Sandy Lake Artists June 15 - July 29 George Littled1ild: Red Horse/Red Indian June 22 - July 22 Blues In The Night: Photographs by Barbara Isherwood Workshops for children in August Workshops for adults in August For more information call 577-6427 SUMMER IN THE PARKS CONCERTS Rotary Thundershell Waverley Park JULY18, WEDl\1ESOAY 6:45 - 9:00 PM BLUES NIGHT Slap Johnson & The Trowellcrs The Blue Shadows, The Untouchables JULY 25, WEDNESDAY JULY FUN CAMP FOR AGES 7-12 JULY & AUGUST For more infom1ation call: Peter Dika Lakehead University Pool 343-8656 MONDAY,23 Summer Session half-courses terminate TUESDAY,24 Summer Session full-courses which commenced July 3 resume Summer Session half-courses terminate FRIDAY27 TUESDAY, 31 AUGUST MONDAY.6 CIVIC HOLTDA Y-UNlVERSTTY CLOSED TUESDAY,7 Final date for application to graduate in the fall FRIDAY, 10 Final date to register in fall term Distance Education courses without late fee Final date for submission of supplemental examination marks from July 24/26 VARIETY CONCERT Thunder Bay Bluegrass Jammers Club The Critikat Dans(e) Band Shirley Pollard & Company Wayne Faulconer Band AUGUST 8, WEDNESDAY 6:45 - 9:00 PM SEPTEMBER MONDAY,3 LABOUR DAY UNIVERSITY CLOSED TUESDAY/SATURDAY, 4/15 ForcstTy Field Sd1ool for all ForcslTy degree and diploma students WEDNESDA~SUNDA~~9 MONDAY, 10 Final date for refunds on withdrawal from CLASSES START Summer Session half-courses which commenced on July 25 VARIETY CONCERT 6:45 - 9:00 PM WEDNESDAY, 15 Summer Term classes end THURSDAY 16, FRIDAY 17 Summer Session examinations THURSDAY, 23 Final date for submission of Summer Session examination results FRIDAY,24 Final date for late registration in Fall term Distance Education courses Agorl\ The /\CORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakchead University, Thu.nder 13ay, Ontario. 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Summer Session half-course examinations TUESDAY/SATURDAY, 4/8 (no classes) Supplemental examinations STUDENT ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION WEEK WEDNESDAY, 25 6:45 - 9:00 PM Lake Superior Scottish Regimen t Band Masquerade Shaun Naroski "Jennings" A family is needed to host a student from Gifu College, Japan during the weeks of August 10 - 25. For further information contact Jane Livingston, •J[ !)t t; &u& u ~ ~. .t •ufU. (j) .... .Q? (1) E~ (j) 0 ,___ 0.. (.) V) V) "tnO LIU ... 0. N ) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lakehead University Alumni Collection Description An account of the resource Material kept by the Lakehead University Alumni Association, or donated by Alumni to the Association. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-07 1990 Agora Agora Magazine Alumni Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Homecoming 1990 Lakehead Lakehead University President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/18645931d0339c975cde70f89dfb49b6.pdf 60c13c62df97756ad89368150fefe217 PDF Text Text Inside: LUFA Settles .............. 2/3 Off to Siberia .................. 4 Loneliness Research .. 8/9 Pubs ................................ 10 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 8 SEPTEMBER 1990 Reverend Lois Wilson: Distinquished Canadian appointed 5th Chancellor A large crowd including Scan Conway, the Minister of Colleges and Universities, was present to welcome the Very Reverend Lois Wilson who will become the fifth Chancellor in the history of Lakchead University. She will be fom1ally installed at Spring '91 Convocation. Dr. Wilson is from Winnipeg where she received a bachelor of arts and a bad1elor of divinity degree from the University of Winnipeg. She has also received honorary degrees from 11 Canadian universities. She is married to Rev. Roy Wilson, with whom she co-pastored at First Church Unit, d in Thunder Bay from 1960 to 1969. Rev. Wilson was President of the Thunder Bay Social Planning Council in 1967-68 and helped to pioneer the use of television in community education through 'Town Talk'. Listed in Who's Who her accomplishments are many and varied . She has taken a special interest in disarmament, human rights, immigration and refugee issues and has travelled extensively to developing nations in her role as President of the World Council of Churches. continued on page 15 - ( .__ "Ready and waiting: Enrolment may reach all-time high It's a monumental task but Moyez Noormohamed (left) and Terri Potter aren't quite in over their heads as they complete another 12-hour shift preparing books for the anticipated bumper crop of new and returning students. �uniform strength of program applicants across the institution (with one or two exceptions). This may be the year that L.U. tops 4,000 full-time students. LUFA Report From t h e President Board Faculty Con tract Dr. Bob Rosehart Visual Arts Maureen Doyle who received an HBFA in May, was noted in a recent National Art Competition sponsored by the Galerie Glaude La Fitte that appeared in the Globe and Mail. Campus Development This summer, several students sponsored by an Environment 2000 grant started what is estimated to be a 5 year task, the enhanced management of our forested lands. You will note the first positi vc signs along the Bever! y entrance where windfalls and dead trees have started to be removed. Construction is well underway with the Regional Education/Student Centre Project with estimated completion being September '91. Fall 90 Registration Confirmations continue to exceed last year's level and if the trend con tinues through registration, L.U. should see a modest increase in enrolment this fall. Encouraging this year is the As you know, LUFA Unit #1 (Faculty) and the Board of Governors recently successfully completed negotiations for a new 3 year collective agreement. This is a progressive settlement that both groups can be pleased with and I believe was the first facu lty contract negotiated at L.U. without the help of third party Ministry of Labour assistance. I would like to congratulate both negotiating teams (led by Ken Hartviksen and Fred Poulter) for the very professional approach taken during the negotiations. The stability and direction given by the new contract will greatly assist L.U. in its next few years of development. Election 90 By the time you read this, I expect Ontario will have experienced the Sept 6 election (or non-election). To date the campaign has fostered little interest in post-secondary issues and in spite of all sorts of explanations and process, it is literally a non-election for eligible students. Normally the student body and faculty host all candidates meetings and "get involved", however, the registration week timing is a no persons land and I would hope that in future election calls, that due consideration is given to the real involvement of postsecondary students. I am becoming more and more convin ced that in Canada we should move to the U.S. model of regularized elections every 5 years. .J Jo hn Zanatta It was truly sad last month to learn of the tragic death of John Zanatta, an L.U. alumnus, former star and coach of the Nor Wester basketball team, teacher and parent. John was truly a fine individual who will be missed by all, especially his family . Jro;1ically, at the time of his death John was en route to Lakchcad to participate in our summer basketball camp. A part of John never left L.U. and he was truly interested in the institution. Last winter both Dean Whitfield and 1 spoke with John at the L.U. baskctbaU games at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo. John and his family had travelled from London for the weekend series to see many of his friends involved with our team. John Zanatta will long be remem- _) bered as a dedicated athlete, student, teacher and member of the Lakehead University community. "Spirit of co-operation" was the most repreated phrase at the media conference announcing the final results of the LUFA contract negotiations. Left to right, 1990-91 LU FA President, Dr. Gerry Vervoort, joins some members of the J\ssociations's negotiating team: Dr. Emst Zimmermann, Dr. Darlene Steven and Professor Ken Hartviksen, Chief negotiator. (LUFA people missing, Dr. Alistair MacDonald, Dr. Jim Stafford, Dr. Peggy Knowles) Members of the LU administration team: Mr. Bill Bragnalo, Mr. Fred Poulter, Chief Negotiator, Dr. John Whitfield. (Admin people missing: Professor Geoffrey Weller, Myrna Holman). Page 2 AGORA - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - September 1990 �Around Campus Professors and Lakehead University Sign Three-Year Pact capped at two percent on January 1, 1993. The special adjustments arc designed to help faculty salaries relate closely to average faculty salaries in the Province. The new Collective Agreement provides for improvements in the University dental and group life insurance plans, 12month sabbatical leaves, professional allowances, and contract wording. Both parties to the contract have committed themselves to work toward the development of an early retirement plan and to continue the process of revising the University Pension Plan. The Board of Governors of Lakehead University and the Lakehead University Faculty Association have now ratified a new Collective Agreement that affects 261 fu ll-time professors and 22 continuing scssional lecturers. The three-year agreement which is retroactive to July 1, 1990provides the facu lty with a 5% scale adjustment in 1990, and 4% in each of 1991 and 1992, with costof-li ving adjustments as well as normal career progress and merit increments. The pact also provides a special adjustment for member's salaries of one percen t on January 1, 1991 and again on July 1, 1991, as well as a formula-based adjustment ~ -- • ~ p~c<:.:f ~ / f+,-f. : ~... Pioneer program set (. • -~'t ~-~' , ~ ~-:- Japanese sign twinning foundation for agreement -- •• • • ~.. agreement with LU In the summer of 1989, an English-immersion program for Gifu students was established at Lakehead University and with its success, the pioneer program set the foundation for the new agreement. The program continued for a second year this summer once again in conjunction with the Department of Languages and under the tutelage of language professor Peter Scyffert and four student monitors. Originally six weeks long, the program was shortened to four weeks this summer. In 1989, students lived on campus during the week, staying in local homes on weekends. A change was made in the Ii ving arrange1ents this year to better foster cultural immersion. Two weeks ( ere spent on campus, Jiving in residence and taking English classes. The students spent the remainder of their stay with host families in Thunder Bay, Dryden and Atikokan . The success of this endeavour is summed up in a statement written by one of the Japanese students, "host families arc the greatest" . A farewell reception hosted by the students, Continuing Education and the Department of Languages, was held at Old Fort William on August25 to say thank you to the host families. On July 27, Lakehead University hosted a delegation of 24 students and university officials from the Gifu University for Education and Languages at a special reception. A general agreement between the two institutions was signed "to foster an understanding between Canada and Japan through our rcspecti ve educational institutions". Programme activities within the agreement may include the exchange of faculty and administration, exchange of students, symposia workshops and other academic and cultural agreements. The term of the present agreement is set at five years with potential for renewal. The two institutions are particularly interested in fostering an understanding between northern Ontario and Gifu and the role of the universities in each. Gifu University is situated in the city of Gifu located on the island of Honshu, a three hour drive west from Tokyo. President Rosehart greets the delegation from Gifu University at the signing of the twinning agreement. From left to right, Mr. R. Sugiyama, President of the Board of Governors, Mr. S. Hashi.zume, university President and Mr. S. Kano, Member of the Board of Governors. Spanning the globe, Gifu student Yoko Wada discovers how far from home she is at the welcoming reception in July. Septe mbe r 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- AGORA - - - - -- - - -- - -- - - -- -- Page 3 �First Student in Canada to Attend Tyumen University, Siberia Lakehead University student Lisa Ventrudo has been selected to attend Tyumen University, Siberia this academic year. Lisa was born and raised in Thunder Bay and graduated from Fort William Collegiate institute in 1985. She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History and Political Studies from LU and is pursuing her Honours degree in History. Lisa will study Russian history and will be tutored in the Russian language. She also plans to conduct research for her dissertation on the Trans-Siberia Railway. In 1988, Lakehead University entered into a five-year agreement with three universities in Northern regions of the USSR, Syktyvkar University, Kemerovo University and Tyumen University. Director of Continuing Education, Dan Pakulak has been the facilitator representing Lakehead University in negotiations for the Tyumen University exchange. In March 1990, Pakulak, who speaks Russian, travelled to the Siberian university to set up with Rector (President) Alexei Ivandaev, a pilot exchange project for students and faculty. Two students from Tyumen University will arriveat Lakehead University in September for the Fall term. The Lakehead program falls under the auspices of the Centre for Northern Studies. Acting Director of the Centre, Marg Boone, says that both universities are in the process of selecting faculty members for the exchange. Lisa Ventrudo has had a fascination about the Soviet Union all through her academic life. "While other people read novels in their spare time, I read Russian history texts". She spent two years at the University of Toronto in Russian studies before coming to LU. She continued to pursue her interest in Russian history and culture at Lakehead and took a Russian language course at Confederation College. Lisa is well-prepared for her year in the Soviet Union and has been briefed on everything from the climate of Tyumen, Siberia (brrr) to what she can talk about (everything). Lisa's exciting expedition will take Page 4 her to where no Canadian student has gone before. Student wins Queen Elizabeth Award Lakehead University student, Susan Polisdrnk, has been awarded the Queen Elizabeth Silver Jubilee Endowment Fund for Study in a Second Official Language Award. This award is one of only six presented in Canada. The Queen Elizabeth Award has a value of $5000 plus initial transportation expenses. Candidates are chosen on the basis of their ability in their second official language to pursue studies in that language as well as their good academic standing, motivation and adaptability. Originally from Simcoe, Ontario, Susan came to LU to pursue a double major in Geography and Biology. She will spend the next academic year at i....:::=== ___...-= =-the University of Ottawa taking her Biology classes in French. Susan will return to Lakehead the following September to finish her Honours Bachelor of Science Degree. Heritage Fund Supports LU-CARIS In July, the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation, with Chairman Rene Fontaine at the helm, presented a grant of $765,000 to the Lakehead Uni".ersity Centre for the Application of Resource Information Systems. Smee 1983, the Lakehead University School of Forestry has been committed to a program to develop and implement a Geographic Information System (GIS) in Nort_hem Ontario. This system can supply computer-generated maps such as forest fire models to show the rate of spread, habitat supply analysis, and wood supply ~odels used to determine the long-term supply in a given area. The new proiect mvolves developing even broader applications for the computerized map information management system. . The Lakehead University project involves an importan t private sector mvestment component as well. An approximate contribution of $500 000 from Prime Computer of Canada ' significantly enhances the services available. Prime Computer is a major supplier of computer systems and equipment to CARIS. N?rthem Development and Mines 0inister, Rene Fontaine (centre), and Taras Kozyra (right), was treated to a demonstration of one of the CARIS computers by Heather Anderson. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - September 1990 �Native Access Program The Native Access Program is a new rogram sponsored by Lakehead Uniersity. Designed to encourage Native tudents to enroll in university programs and to increase their participation rate, it will also provide the framework for successful integration and completion of academic programs, academic support while in the programs, and a supportive social and cultural environment. The unique program was established upon the recommendation of the Native Studies Study Group which looks into educational opportunities for Native stud~nts. Two parallel streams, the Health Sciences Access and the Arts, Science and Professional Studies Access, have been created to meet the needs of the students. C MNR and Universities Establish Advanced Forestry Program The Ministry of Natural Resources, Lakehead University and the University of Toronto will begin a program of advanced forest management studies for professional foresters and resource managers in Ontario this fall. The r"'rograrn was announced by Natural I..,_ csources Minister, Lyn McLeod, at a news conference at Lakehead University in July. The program will be delivered through Lakehead University and the University of Toronto and the Forest Resources Group of the Ministry of Natural Resources is providing the funding. This new forestry initiative consists of six intensive two-week modules of study in forest management and the program will involve 30 resource professionals from across the province. The first module will begin October 1 at Lakehead University. The Ontario Advanced Forestry Program will provide resource professionals with the latest information and technical training in their field, including the biology, ecology, economics and silviculture of contemporary forest management. Budget Savings For You (Work For Students) Why not hire a student on the Ontario Work Study Plan (OWSP) to lp stretch your budget dollars!! c1dents in financial need and eligible for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), can work and earn up C to $2000 from September to March (maximum $1000 per term). The best part is -- you only pay 25% of this cost!! The Ministry of Colleges and Universities will pay the balance. Watch for information being sent to your department, or contact Phyllis Bosnick at 8150. T-Shirl Logo Contest Winner L.U. Computer Science T-Shirt Logo Contest winner was Michelle McIntosh. T-Shirts will go on sale in the LU Bookstore. Wild Rice Northern Ontario's wild rice industry received a boost with the announcement that Lakehead University would receive $456,000 in provincial funding (Northern Development and Mines) over the next three years to continue its successful wild rice extension program. The announcement was made in July by Taras Kozyra, Port Arthur MPP and Parliamentary Assistant to Minister Rene Fontaine. "Wild rice is a northern crop that can compete around the world. We hope our growers will be able to boost their exports in the future," Kozyra said. Currently LU crews work with local growers to improve their yields, promoting modem techniques such as adjusting water levels and sowing special strains of seed. New locations are also identified for planting. The crews will continue to visit small lakes around communities and reserves to determine their suitability for seeding. Testing of water depths and bottom soils have spotted many potential growing areas. Computer analysis of aerial photography will also be used to help the crews zero in on the good growing areas. The rice team will be determining which strains of wild rice will grow in lakes with less than ideal bottom soil. These strains can then be used to get these lakes into production. LUFA's New President, Dr. Gerry Vervoort The new President of the Lakehead University Faculty Association, Dr. Gerry Vervoort, predicts that now that salary negotiations have been completed it may be a quieter year for him than predecessor, Dr. Henry (Hank) Akervall, but there is still a lot of work to be done. Professor Vervoort is working to clarify some of the association's policies which have become outdated and will continue to move ,-----::--,=----=- -- - , further on solving outstanding issues. "One of the issues we need to negotiate further is the right of legal defence. It is very easy these days to be accused of one thing or another, for example, prejudice in marking. The university will provide the legal defence to an association member in such a scenario, but the specific details and limits have yet to be worked out''. Dr. Vervoort was born in Holland and received his teaching and principal certificates there. He moved to Canada beginning his career as a grade one teacher in a one room schoolhouse and since then has taught grades one through 12 as well as undergraduate and graduate students. He made the decision to go back to school "because there were lots of things I didn't know about teaching". Professor Vervoort received his Bachelor of Arts Degree and PhD from the University of Iowa. Upon graduation, he was hired to teach mathematics at Lakehead's Faculty of Education. Dr. Vervoort has become wellknown by teachers and students alike for his enthusiasm about his subject and his development of unique mathematical learning materials. His term runs from July 1, 1990 to July 1, 1991. Notice Parking Lot #6 in front of the Bora Laskin has undergone extensive renovations this summer with the installation of electrical outlet posts and new pavement. Beginning October 1, 1990 all cars parked in this lot must have a valid L.U. Parking Permit. Safe Dr. and Mrs. Som Naimipally were on vacation in India when the Iraqui invasion of Kuwait took place. Friends and family has been in contact and report they are in good health and returning to Canada at the end of September. Dr. Naimpally has been teaching at Kuwait University since retiring from Lakehead University. September 1990 - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - AGORA - - - -- - -- - - -- -- - - - Page 5 �Science and Technology Program Meets Future Needs Student's speak According to recent survey findings by the Canadian Labour Market and Productivity Centre, high-tech industries are growing rapidly and are crying out for skilled staff. The centre predicts that in 1990 and 1991, employment in the hightech sector will increase by 3.8 per cent each year. That compares with a one per cent annual growth rate for the economy as a whole. Each year the demand for skilled high-tech labour is anticipated to grow at an even faster pace. The Summer Program of Science and Technology's primary objective is to elevate the profile of science in Northern communities and to improve the percentage of Northern students who continue their education in the science field. An offshoot of that goal is the hope that the program may increase the number of Northern high school students applying for science and math courses at the two Northern host universities, Lakehead and Laurentian. For the past two summers, the summer schools had been given funding by the government on a yearly basis. In March, the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines gave the green light to the schools, committing itself to funding the program for three more years. As well, the program was expanded by 50 per cent to accomodate 270 students in the two universities. The schools were also changed to a four-week format. This summer, 90 students from across Northwestern Ontario attended the Summer Program of Science and Technology at Lakehead University. These students, in grades 11 and 12, applied through their schools. Good marks and interest in mathematics and science along with recommendations from their Mathematics and Science teachers, were the main criteria for admission to the program. Final selection was made by the co-ordinating committee consisting of representatives from Program Councils East and West, the Boards of Education in Thunder Bay, the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines and Lakehead University. Students got a real taste of university life through this program. Whether they were from Thunder Bay or the surrounding regional communities, the students lived in residence for the entire duration of the program. Classes ran from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm each weekday where the students were instructed in mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, geology, engineering and forestry, by university professors, high school teachers and graduate students. The evenings were packed with athletic activities, social events, outings or lectures. On the weekends excursions included trips to Sleeping Giant Park and Kingfisher. Amidst this flurry of activity, students were also expected to complete a number of assignments, projects and reports. Participants of the program were given opportunities otherwise not encoun tered in high school settings, for example, the chance to use advanced lab equipment and more extensive library resources. The 90 students were representative of 21 high schools from across the region, with approximately half from Thunder Bay and the remaining half from regional high schools. There was an even split between male and female students. Upon completion of the program each student received a stipend of $1000. "I came into the program knowing a few people. I came out with 90 new friends and a priceless learning experience''. Scientists Must Educate People on Forestry In the news Canadian Press Frank Oberle, Canadian minister of forestry, called on 2,000 forestry scientists at an international convention yesterday to leave their labortories and speak to the public. Mr. Oberle, a former sawmill owner who has been in Parliament for nearly 20 years, said that "public opinion - well-informed or otherwise - will eventually become public policy or else the democratic system doesn't work." Governments may be pushed by well-meaning but poorly informed citizens into making bad decisions on forestry management. Mr. Oberle said. "Scientists and researchers must take part in this public dialogue so that we who are charged with developing public policy positions and promoting international co-operation can respond appropriately to the demands of an informed public. You speak to an average Canadian and some have it in their mind that a tree, if allowed to grow long enough, will eventually grow to heaven". The forests are largely managed by the provinces, while the federal role has been mainly in research. Ottawa and the provinces have a council of forest ministers who are in the process of signing a second round of agreements on reforestation and forest management. Page 6 '' ... the experience was ) a valuable one that will prepare me for university life. It is definitely worth attending for any student interested in the math and science field''. learned new, interesting and challenging things. I can share this with teachers at my school, and my dad's interested in it too!" ''I In·a Manitoba newspaper, Dr. Rick Freitag was front page news in a feature article entitled "Portage Sandhills are alive with tiger beetles". In addition to his recent Manitoba studies, Dr. Freitag classified tiger beetles in Brasil, researched their biogeography in the Caribbean and catalogued the North American tiger beetles for the US department of Agriculture. His expertise in this area is recognized world-wide and his research is vital to the protection of drylands which he says "are not very well protected in Canada because many people are under the impression that there is an abundance of them". AGORA - -- - - -- -- - -- - - - September 1990 �New Faces (C R.(Shanker) Natarajan has recently arrived from India to work with Dr. Nirdosh in the Department of Chemical Engineering. He is presently registered for his PhD at Bharatisdasan University, Tiruchirapalli but has taken a break from his formal studies at the university to work at Lakehead until late fall. Both are present! y still in India. In addition to his studies, Shanker is an organic chemist, and teaches chemistry at a high school in Southern India. One. of $hanker's favourite pastimes is .___ __ _ _ _ _ __, playing cricket-something he definitely misses about home. He looks forward to exploring Thunder Bay and would someday like to come back to the area with his family. "You don't feel the mechanical way of life here, as you do in the big cities". Gisella Scalese was recently appointed the Off-Campus Services/ library Orientation librarian. Gisella is a graduate of Lakehead University, receiving her Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology in 1988 and her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English in 1987. After graduation, Gisella enrolled at the University of Western Ontario where she received her Masters Degree in library and ~ Information Science. She has recently ,. . moved back to her home town of Thunder Bay after working in Ottawa at Transport Canada's Risk Management Branch, where she set up the library. She enjoys being back in the Lakehead University setting. "H's been great to run into old profs and I'm looking forward to seeing all the students in September". Marg Forbes is not really a new Marie Pitawanakwat is the new face on campus after working here co-ordinator of Native Programming. almost a year. Marg is a lecturer in Originally from Manitoulin Tsland, Accounting in the School of Business Marie has resided in the area since and isan alumna of Lakehead,gradu1984. Shespentafewyearsofstudyat ating with her HBComm Degree in Osgoode Law School as well as the 1985. After graduation Marg was University of Regina in the Commu(:71ployed at the local branch of Peat nications programme. Marie has 'L,larwick Thome Chartered Accountserved on a number of boards in the ants where she received designation area, including Animkee, the Native asa Chartered Accountant. Now that Education Council. She worked on she has two semesters of teaching the project that developed the prounder her belt, she says,"[ love it. It posal for a Comm unity Development was tough at first but it is certainly<=========::.; ' - - - - - - - - - - ~ Degree which was presented to well worth the work". Marg was born and raised in Thunder Lakehead University. The proposal was absorbed by the Native Bay and attended Hillcrest High School. She enjoys many types Studies Study Group and is now part of the new Native Access of fitness activites and belongs to the Masters swim dub at the Program-a program that falls under the umbrella of Marie's new Complex. Marg is the President of the Thunder Bay Business position. Marie loves to read and has written an umber of articles Women's Network. for publishing in journals. Human Resources Officer Appointed Bev Adams has joined Lakehead University as the new Human ReNew Director sources Officer. Bev is a Lakehead graduate with previous experience Appointed in a wide range of human resources Professor Jerry Phillips has been functions. Recently she has been appointed Director of the School of employed at LU as a Project AssisBusiness Administration for a tant in Distance Education dealing three-year period effective 1 July with the development of Additional 1990. He is a graduate of the Basic Qualification (ABQ) courses. University of Saskatchewan and Bev will be Lakehead's Personal Queen's University and was first Harassment Contact Person. She will appointed to Lakehead University also have responsibilities in a variety of areas including training, em-======-=:..:=.:==:::.., <====;__-=:::....:===-i in 1968. Professor Phillips was oloyment equity and con tract administration for faculty and li- Director of the School of Business Administration from 1979;arians. 85 and was Acting Dean of University Schools during the Please feel free to phone 8356 or drop by the Human Re- 1985-86 academic year. sources Department to welcome Bev to the University team. September 1990 - - - -- -- - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - Page 7 �Loneliness by Andrew Wagner-Chazalon Its been a year and a half since the Psychology Department took over the single-story brown building which stands alone near the university's front gate. It's still referred to as the Pottey Building but research projects conducted by faculty in the psychology department may help explain why people get lonely, how they form trust bonds and perhaps why students drop out.. The pottery wheels and lumps of clay have been moved to Cornwall Campus and been replaced with neat rows of desks, tiny cubicles, and observation rooms equipped with one-way glass. "Without this space, much of the work we have done over the past year would have been impossible," says Dr. Brian O'Connor, Department of Psychology. Connor has spent much of the past year developing what he calls "a data bank of personal interactions" -- a video tape library of fifteen minute long converstaions between strangers, together with personality profiles of the participan ts. Once the tapes have been catalogued and coded, they will provide a valuable reference source which will be useful to reserchers for years to come. The tapes are already being used by Dr. Ken Rotenberg to study how lonely and non-lonely people act. His study took a lot of time (approximately three hours for each of 80 subjects and could only be conducted in a setting such as the one in the laboratory," says O'Connor. Other work conducted in, or planned for the new space includes: studying how well children and adults understand the factors which inhibit the expression of emotion; observing the effect viewing soap operas has on trust and attitudes; testing lonely and nonlonely people to determine the relationship between loneliness and a tendency to not trust others. Ken Rotenberg has been using the space to determine whether loneliness is actually caused by a tendency not to value certain social behaviours. "Lonely people hear one particular norm of behaviour more dramatically than non-lonely people," says Rotenberg. "This makes them unable to escalate the intimacy of a relationship." Most people have a norm which dictates what sort of response is appropriate to an intimate discoloure -- it tells us that high or low degrees of intimacy deman a matching response. "If you told me that your father had just died, then my norm might tell me that it is appropriate to reply that I have had a similar experience myself," explains Rotenberg. Other studies have shown that lonely people often don't respond appropriately to different diegrees of intimacy. this made Rotenberg wonder if lonely people lack this norm. To test his idea, he administered the UCLA Loneliness Scale to 586 introductory psychology students to determine their level of loneliness. The top and bottom 25% (those who were most lonely and least lonely) were shown a video tape of two women talking and responding both appropriately and inappropriately to high and low intimacy disclosures. the subjects were then asked (0--O•o• rate the women and say how much they liked them . ''To my suprise, the lonely people actually showed a higher level of the norm than the non-lonely people," says Rotenberg. " In particular, lonely people were very harshly judgemental of the women who responded to a low intimacy disclosure with a high." This result -- the exact opposite of what Rotenberg expected -- reveals a paradox. Tn the normal course of a relationship, the level of intimacy rises over time. For this to happen though, someone must respond to a low intimacy disclosure with a higher one. This bumps the relationship up a level, because it allows the other person to respond at an equally high level of intimacy. In order to make this response of high to low, a person must override the norm which u sually says that this is inappropriate. This creates a problem for people who are unable to override the norm. They condemn this kind of bcgaviour, shy away from it, and are unable to increase the level of intimacy. Their relationships with others tend to stagnate, and they become lonely. Loneliness research is desperately needed by therapists, says Rotenberg, because it allows them to identify the needs and problems of lonely people, rather than simply saying "lonely people don't have any social skills", or " lonely people don't like others to make self-disclosures". ) Dr. Ken Rotenberg, graduate studies secretary Sh some experiments are carried out in the new psyc. �Ian Cull is the Co-ordinator of Counselling Services at Lakehead and he sees a lot of lonely people. "It's a problem here and at every other university," he says. University can be a very lonely place for someone who is 19 and away from home for the first time. Lakehead students face geographical problems: many are unable to go home for a weekend and long cold withers can add to ~he feeling of being isolated. Also at risk are adult students, who may have left spouses and children behind, international students and native students from small, distant reserves. Nearly all new students experience some loneliness for the first month or so but Cull says that most of them adjust. "There's another group of students that just don't mix easily, they don't have a lot of confidence," he says. "they'·re the ones that will leave university after three or four weeks and not come back again, or get depressed, or get physically ill." Cull feels that one of the best ways to counteract loneliness is by living in residence, where people are "almost coerced" into getting involved and meeting others. Failing that, he stresses the importance of mental preparation -- not coming with a rigid preconception of what university is going to be like -- and the right kind of parental support. "When their kids call home and say they're not happy, some parents say: 'These are the best years of your life. It's wonderful. You should be happy, and I think that's the wrong thing to say, says Cull. ''These may not be the best years of your life, things may not be wonderful, and you may not be happy." A more healthy approach, says Cull, is for parents to tell their child to wait until Christmas before making a decision. While this may help a student who is suffering from a touch of homesickness, it will not do much for the "pathological loners" -- those who have made loneliness a wav of life, and who were lonely even at home, in their best environments. There are limits to how much can be done for these people, even with therapy, but their best hope is in research which expands the therapist's understanding of loneliness -the kind of research now being conducted in the Pottery Building at Lakehead University. '4, \ A I II I ,\ II U \ I \ I U , I T \ Parent's Handbook ~~ti) •. : Delin (right) and research assistant Bonnie Jeffery demonstrate how ,gy lab. Joy Lawson, the Director of Student Services, has prepared a useful handbook for parents of university students. Contact the Information Office for a copy. Next month we'll find out what it's like to run an office with 13,000 visitors a year. Find out about Health Services at Lakehead University. �People, Papers/Publications/Awards conference was organized by the & Special Projects Patricia Vervoort, Department of Visual Arts, ~ F = ~ has published an article t~~~~~~R titled "Lakehead Terminal Elevators: Aspects of Their Engineering History" in the June 1990 issue of the Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 17, pp. ¥:=='E~'!' , 404 - 412. Dr. A. Sedov, Depart-';;;;~'1::,i~~ ment of Mechanical Engi= necring and Dr. L. W. Schmerr of Iowa State ~F==~ University are the coauthors of a paper, "Ultraf~t~~~~~ sonic scattering models: Aat-bottom holes and spherical reflectors", presented at the annual conference on Review of Progress in Quantitative NOE held in La Jolla, California, July 15-20, 1990. Ron Lappage, School of Physical Education and Athletics, presented a paper entitled, "Controversies Related to the 1936 Canadian 01 ympic Hockey Team" at the 18th annual convention of the North American Society for Sport History in Banff, Alberta, May 26-29, 1990. Dr. Thomas M. K. Song, School of Physical Education and Athletics, Coordinator of Human Performance Laboratory, has published the paper entitled "Effect of Anaerobic Exercise on Serum Enzymes of Young Athletes", in the Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, Vol. 30(2):138-141, 1990. Elizabeth Diem and Linda McKay, Assistant Professors of Nursing at Lakehead University and Helen Thomas, Assistant Professor of Nursing at McMaster University have been awarded a Northern Ontario Research Grant to conduct a comparative study on the Health and Social Behavior of Adolescents in Northwestern and Southern Ontario. The seed grant, jointly funded by the Centre for Northern Studies at Lakehead University and the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University is designed to support joint research projects on Northern health care problems conducted by faculty members of two universities. Dr. Harun Rasid, Professor of Geography was invited to present a paper entitled "Flood Problems in Bangladesh: Modern Engineering Solutions vs Human Adaptation" at the 'Ten River Conference', which was held in Paris, France in June, 1990. The European Foundation For Environment (FEE) and the French Ministry of Environment. Dr. Alan Bowd, School of Education, presented a paper entitled "Mainstreaming and integration in Canada" at the International Special Education Congress, Cardiff, Wales, 30 July - 3 August, 1990. AWARDS Joy Lawson, Director of Student Services, was nominated and awarded a Student Affairs Division Distinguished Accomplishment Cer tificate in Toronto at the annual general meeting. APPOINTMENTS Ron Spina, director of Residence and Conference Services has been elected as the Chairperson of the Ontario Associa- tion of College and University Housing Officers (OACUHO) for the 1990-91 academic year. Ron served as the Chair-Elect for thr2) 1989-90 academic year. This association represents the housing/residence professionals in the province with regard to Universities and Government affairs. The association has been very active in developing alcohol policies, lobbying for student housing, and implementing the Hansen Report on Student Housing. Dr. Borradaile has been appointed to the NSERC operating grants selection committee for 1990-93 in Ottawa. Dr. Borradaile has published 62 Geophysics and Geology papers in peer-reviewed journals and he holds Ph.D and D.SC research degrees from Liverpool University, UK. Farewells There were several good-byes during the summer. John Metcalf reached the 20-year mark with security services on campus. We can assume there will be lots of travel and time with the grandkids. John poses at his farewell party with Joan Gerow who enjoyed his visits to the switchboard. Lorraine Smith started in 1969 in the general office, followed by the anthropology department and development and alumni. Since 1977, she served as department secretary in the computer centre always working above and beyond the call of duty. She will be remembered for her kindness and efficiency. Myrna Holman spent4 years at Lakehead: two as employment equity coordinator and two years as human resources officer. She has taken a position with Ontario Hydro as equity officer and will be missed by her many friends. Page 10 - - - -- - - - - - -- - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - September 1990 �Research News , FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Connie Ha.rviksen, Interim Research Officer RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES SSHRC News I have kept all SSHRC eligible facu lty up to date by direct memos (all yellow) re: 1) Application lnformation for the Preparation of SSHRC Research and Strategic Grants Programs. 2) Salary Guidelines to be Used for Preparation of SSHRC Grant Proposals. 3) SSHRC - The Bora Laskin National Fellowship in Human Rights Research. 4) SSHRC Program Modifications, 1991-92 Competitions. 5) SSHRC/NSERC/MRC NEWS -Tri-Council Funding What You Can Do! 6) SSHRC Workshop September 13, 1990. I trnst you have kept all of these in your SSHRC correspondence file, but if you can't seem to locate any of these, and would like a copy of any of these memos, please let me know. The SSHRC meeting scheduled for September 13, 1990, will be very significant. Please try to attend that meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m. in the University Theatre. Remember the Internal SSHRC Submission Deadline September 28, 1990. c ~SERCNews l have kept all NSERC eligible faculty up to date by direct memo's (all green) re: 1) NSERC UPDATE - With special instructions for first time applicants and for those who have not re-applied recently. 2) NSERC - 1990/91 Grant Application Forms 3) NSERC - small note regarding early application. l h·ust you ha•,e kept all of these in your NSERC correspondence file,, but if you can't locate any one of these and would like this informa tion, please let me know. NSERC has announced their second competition for the NSERC lnternational Fellowships. There are no changes to the program; however, two points deserve particular attention: i) a candidate already in Canada may submit an application, but the place of tenure cannot be at the university at which he/she is presently located; and ii) the host university may supplement the NSERC stipend with a further fellowship, but that supplement cannot come from an NSERC grant. Lakehead University can nominate only one candidate. We must receive th e application by December 1, 1990, nominations received by NSERC January 15, 1991 and notifications of decisions will be made by April 15, 1991. Please call for program regulations and application forms. The Research Office has set Internal NSERC Submission ( )eadlines: September 28, 1990 - First Time Applicants October 15, 1990 - Operating/Equipment/Renewal, etc. September 1990 - - - - -- - - -- - - - -- Two NSERC meetings have been planned. The morning of September 21 , Erica Besso will present a workshop on the Research Partnerships and Strategic Programs. ln the afternoon, Isabel Blain will present a workshop on the Operating Grants. On October 2, Francine Pouliot will be here in the morning to present a workshop on the NSERC Scholarships Programs. She will be available in the afternoon for individual interviews. Watch for a memo detailing the specific times and places for these two important meetings. Mark them on your calendar today and plan to attend if possible. Research Ethics For all research involving human subjects, approval of the Ethics Advisory Committee must be obtained. Ideally the Committee's approval should accompany your research application. This approval process can take up to six weeks, so you should judge your time accordingly. For SSHRC, Confirmation of Ethical Clearance must be received by February 1, 1991 or your application will be withdrawn from the competition. This requirement applies not only to experiments and surveys, but also to research involving observation, interview, biographies and access to personal information including data or artifacts related to deceased person which may affect living persons or communities. International Development Research Centre ODRC) - Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Sciences Division. One of the ways in which rDRC supports research in developing countries is through Canadian collaborative projects. Collaborative projects are intended to promote access by developing countries to research strengths in Canada: they are not intended to establish new research capacity in Canada. The AFNS program mission is to support research to make adequate food available to the individual, and to improve the production, protection, preservation, processing, distribution, marketing, and sustainable utilization of agricultural commodities of plant and animal origin from land - or waterbased systems, including forests. The Division's main strategy is to support indigenous applied research carried out in close association with the target beneficiaries, prin1arily rural households, which make up 70% of the people in developing countries. Special attention is given to the needs of the more disadvantaged sectors _o f the population such as the rural landless, women, and children .. The greatest importance is attached to applied research that 1s likely to have a rapid impact, although more basic or strategic research is also sometimes needed. The Division is concerned about the environmental impact of the production and utilization systems on renewable natural resources: these concerns are integrated into the following programs. 1) Crop Production Systems Program 2) Animal Production Systems Program 3) Postproduction Systems Program 4) Fisheries Program 5) Forestry Program 6) Agricultural Economics Program Priority areas are integrated pest management and biological pest control to reduce the dependence on toxic chemicals. AGORA - - - -- -- - - - - - - - -- - - Page 11 �For specific details regarding these programs, application procedures and forms, contact me at extension 8223. develop an understanding of the value of research .in improving the treatment of the mentally ill. Centre For Studies in Defence Resources Management (CSDRM) Solicited Research Program On April 1, 1991, the Centre for Studies in Defence Resources Management (CSDRM) will be issuing research funding to successful applicants doing work in the field of defence economics and defence resources management. Awards will be made up to the $50,000 limit of the total program. Thus, it might be that several projects are funded concurrently. Proposals should be related to one of the following areas: 1. Potential Security Implications for the West Arising from the Diversion of Capital and Foreign Aid from the Third World to Eastern Europe. 2. The Medium to Long Term Cost of Environmental Legislation on Canadian Defence Policy and Operational Objectives. 3. The Rationalization of Canada's Defence Industry in the 1990's: Survival of the Fittest. In exceptional cases, proposals unrelated to the above topics but with a defence economics application to Canada will be considered. Research funds will normally go to Canadian academics, nongovernment scholars or post-doctorate students or teams of like researchers in which Canadians serve as the principal researcher(s). The deadline for submissions is December 15, 1990. Acceptable proposals will be decided by the Director, CSDRM on recommendation of the CSDRM Advisory Committee, and announced by March 15, 1991, for funding April 1, 1991. All research must be completed within one year. Follow on funding in subsequent years for the same subject area will not be considered. THE FOUNDATION'S PROGRAMMES ) To realize these objectives the Foundation provides funds to a number of programmes. 1. The first criterion in awarding funds will be the scientific quality of the proposed work. The best interests of the Foundation and the public will be served only if excellent applications for awards come forward, and from a wide range of research interests. 2. Given the limits of the Foundation's resources, and the many aspects of mental disorder, the Foundation can serve the Province best by promoting work on a broad range of topics. 3. In scientific research, one aims at a moving target. The Foundation should, therefore, adopt policies that permit changing the mix of research and allow new investigators to enter the field. The Foundation will support research work which deals with any of the biological, psychological or social factors which either foster mental health or lead to mental illness. The Foundation aims to improve knowledge about the prevention of mental disorder, and the rational and efficient diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of the mentally ill. The Foundation will accept applications dealing with any period of the life-span, any of the factors thought to cause psychopathology, and from any of the relevant scientific specialties. The Foundation has a particular interest in studies which address mental health problems of importance in Ontario. The Foundation will provide funds under five different programs, and within each programme there are a number of~ different awards. The five different programs and deadlines ..,J are: 1. Research Grants Program - September 28, 1990 2. Applied Research and Program Evaluation Program - October 12, 1990. 3. Fellowships Program - November 30, 1990. 4. Publications Program - November 30, 1990. 5. Conference Program - November 30, 1990. The Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute - Call For Proposals The Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute has announced its upcoming Research Contributions Program and invites applications to support research concerning physical activity and fitness. High performance and sport oriented research is excluded. Application forms and guidelines are now available from the Research Office. Completed applications must be sent by December 1, 1990. Decisions will be announced in April of 1991. Ontario Mental Health Foundation - Announcement of Funding Programs (5) In 1988 the Ontario Mental Health Foundation approved the following statement: The objectives of the Foundation shall be: first, to support research which will improve and enlarge the knowledge required to promote mental health and to prevent, treat and cure mental disorders; second, to collect information about mental illness, and the sciences bearing upon mental illness, so that the Foundation may actively plan programmes which will maximize the benefits to be expected from the funds available to it; third, to provide information to practitioners so that knowledge generated by investigation is promptly disseminated and used; and fourth, to communicate the results of research to the general public in order to The Ontario Mental Health Foundation and Alzheimer Association - ''The Alzheimer's Competition" The Alzheimer Association of Ontario will provide grants to qualified investigators whose work is directed towards the treatment and care of those who suffer from Senile Dementia! of the Alzheimer's type. This competition is intended to encourage investigations of all kinds which bear on diagnosis, treatment and care; all aspects of the services which can be offered to Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers will be eligible for investigation. The Ontario Nursing Home Association will help to find research venues if necessary. A maximum of $250,000 will be available in the first year to support research projects. The Ontario Mental Health Foundation will manage the peerreview of all the applications submitted and will administer grants made to successful applicants. The terms of award will be those which govern the Foundation's research grants. Application forms are available from the Research Office, and the deadline for receiving applications is Friday, October 12, 1990. Enquiries about this special competition can be directed to myself or Val Dennison of the Thunder Bay Alzheimer's Society at 345-9556. Page 12 - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - September 1990 �External Affairs and Internal Trade Canada - Foreign Government Wards Program As part of the implementation of cultural agreements between anada and a number of other countries, the following foreign i(ovemments offer awards to Canadian Graduate students each year: Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Mexico, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and Yugoslavia. These awards have been combined to form the Foreign Government Awards Program (FGAP), which was administered by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) for several years, then transferred to the International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS), in June 1989. The foreign government awards are intended to assist Canadian students to further their studies or conduct research abroad at the master's, doctoral or post-doctoral level. Most countries offer a wide selection of disciplines to which awards may be appli<?d, but not all countries offer awards for all disciplines. Althot1gh all of the awards are similar in nature, the specific cost items covered by each individual award are determined by the offering country. They generally cover travel to and from the host country, tuition and registration fees and a monthly living allowance. Several awards also cover books, mandatory health and accident in_~urance and various other allowances. Complete details on all awards appear in the award descriptions that follow. The FGAP competition doses on October 15, and the Research Office has several copies of the brochure/application forms. New Appointment Congratulations to Dr. Gary Locker on his appoirt-~t>°# tl\e representative of Association of Urnversities and CollegesCanada on the Industry, Science ~d Tocpnology 4itada ~ study entitled "Contribution of T~nida~ attd._~c,. gists to Canadian Industrial Competiti-v~?,-; Th\S:-will be! a v!t~l study and an appointn1'1't~-~ -~ a n . .~ b1lity. We are proud of you! ; '-~ :-:. ,;,;;-, . '.0. • . :. ·•:··.: ;~ ·-• . 3.iRecipients of Regional K~dt~"'\.-. -~ ~ ,. I am·pleased to present t h e ~ ~ · ~: ·: ~. receJ)t competition for t h e ~ ~ ~ ~~:--• •• :. Reg~ Research Gr~. -::t•i . $,\'t • '•i,> '- i•. ~: )h_ ~. ◄ ·f· ..~ . . i'; . .·. R.Glew/S.Lucky . -~_;.,,_'-/·:! ···,-.. ,~_,·•.· ... · •. (BtlS. Administration) ~~~~~~'~ • .: · ·}~ ; •• : · ~:' > L. ~ (Nursing) ' Y. Piitvost (Forestry) ~~ -~ -~~L ~~~ ~~-- .~~~--~~~~ 7,- - .~· fen«c ~~~ . G. Knutson (Nursing) Nu.rs~StJ~'~ A S of. PatieJ1ts f,;om. ~t--C.,es· L. HGffman (Nursing) Basic Knowle. . at ~egiaiettd Nurses ill Cn~al a-re ~liting T. Song (Physical Educ) Effect of Neuromu,cu,lar Electtical Stimulation on M~tabolism L. Garred (Engineering) Urea Kinetic Modelling foe Haemodialysis Based On Monitoring The Spent Dialysate Steam T. Bauer (Physical Educ) Effectiveness of Ankle Appliances for Use at Lakehead University Sports Medicine Clinic ::t:he Canadian Institute for International Peace and Security ihe Barton Awards The Institute has a programme of awards, named in honour of its first Chairman, William H. Barton, the distinguished former Ambassador to the United Nations in New York and Geneva. Conferences/Workshops The programme's objective is to promote scholarship and 1. International Symposium on Cold Region Development expertise in the field of international peace and security by 1991 - Edmonton, Alberta, June 16-21, 1991. Papers for supporting Canadians who wish to pursue their studies at presentation at this symposium are now being accepted. institutions abroad or in Canada. Abstracts should be submitted by September 30, 1990. There are two levels of award; a senior fellowship valued at 2. Ministry of the Environment/Environmental Research up to $30,000 and an advanced scholarship valued at up to Technology Transfer Conference - Toronto, Ontario. $14,000. The Institute expects to award two fellowships November 19 & 20, 1990. and nine scholarships in 1991. 3. SSHRC/University of Toronto/Health & Welfare CanProposals for study must fall within the areas of the mandate ada/Public Health Association - Health Promotion Reof the Institute. Applicants will therefore be expected to search Methods: Expanding the Repertoire - Toronto, pursue studies relating to international peace and security Ontario. November 30 - December 2, 1990. with particular emphasis on arms control, disarmament, 4. Winter Cities Forum '91 Conference - Sault Ste. Marie, defence or conflict resolution. Ontario. January 21-25, 1991, A Conference on SustainAwards arc for one year. Applications must be received by able Development For Winter Cities and Communities. February 1, 1991. For Information and application forms, please call me at ex. Canadian Ethnic Studies, Heritage, Cultures and Languages, 8223 or drop by the Research Office. Multiculturalism and Citizenship Canada For information about Foundations, please call Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at extension 8910 or drop by the Canadian Ethnic Studies, Heritage, Cultures and Languages, Alumni House. Multiculturalism and Citizenship Canada has provided me with a copy of the research projects supported by the p,madian Ethnic Studies Program from 1986-1989. This is \. .tilable to any interested person to review in the Research Office. September 1990 - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - AGORA - - - - - -- -- - -- - - - - - P a g e 13 �LETTER TO THE EDITOR PENSION PLAN Revenue Canada has finally accepted the conversion of the University's Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan) to a "general of" type of pension plan. A letter from Revenue Canada dated July 13, 1990 was received on July 23, 1990. CONGRATULATIONS! Now, the members of the academic and professional staff shall be able to receive, at retirement or termination, pension benefits reflecting ir market valuef the member's and the matched University's contributions to the plan, retroactive to the date of the plan's inception, in 1965. It is common knowledge that the pension reform process lasted over three years and was fraught with frustrations, acrimony, defeat {between 1987 and 1989) and, then victory, in 1990. On a personal note, I thank all those who helped in the process. A number of points need to be made about the role of the LU Board of Governors: The prudent investment of the pension fund in the past from which we reap benefits. Commitment to improve pension benefits from the surplus. The inclusion of pensioners in the distribution of surplus. On their own initiative, the offer and, then, a commitment, to fund Minimum Guarantee Account in the revised plan, after rejection of Draft 4 by regulatory agencies. The significance of the above needs to be spelled out in very clear and precise terms. Consider all of the above in the light of actions of some other Boards, at other universities. The Board of Governors of Trent, McMaster and Guelph have started taking contribution holidays from pension plan surpluses! They have decreased ployers' future cost so their employees' pension plans, without first increasing pension benefits. Our Board has opted to continue contributing to the pension fund at the previous level and has facilitated increases in acoued pension of employees and increased pension of retirees and beneficiaries. Much goodwill is owed to the Board of Governors of Lakehead University. Thank-you! Also, in this respect, I offer my special thanks to the present and past editors of Agora, Katherine Shedden and Joan Hoskinson, for agreeing to publish my somewhat controversial letters. They and those who manage and run this paper deserve our gratitude for an editorial policy that guarantees freedom of speech. Indeed, this is very essential to the generation of new id eas and makes this small university newsletter a very special paper in our lives. Exclusive to Lakehead Univers ity: The Native Language Instructors ' Program Lakehead University offers a unique selection of Native Language courses and programs, including the Native Language Instructors Program. This summer more than 160 students, from reserves and communities across Ontario, Northern Manitoba and Minnesota, attended the program. Barbara Toye-Welsh, co-ordinator for Native Language Programs says, "the school has become a well-established and highly regarded institution. Each year's program builds upon the experience of the years before". The program was established in 1984 and is designed to train fluent speakers to teach Native as a second language. The course length is four weeks for three summers with winter practica. Upon completion, participants receive Native Language Teachers Certification through the Ministry of Education. Out of town students live in the university residences. In addition, the university offers Native as a Second Language to children from ages 5 to 13. This course is designed to develop and enhance the student's awareness of Native culture and communication skills in Native language. The program includes outdoor activities, field trips and afternoons at the LU Fun Camp. Native Language student and artist, Wolf Morrisseau, reminds Natives about their heritage at a sunset ceremony during his visit to the university campus. Agha M. Akram. Page 14 - - - -- - -- - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - -- - - -- - - - September 1990 �Chance Last Writes continued from page 1 by Katherine Shedden Dr. Wilson has many accomplishments to her credit 1duding: - First woman President, Canadian Council of Churches (1976-79) - First woman Moderator, United Church of Canada (1980-82) - First Canadian President, World Council of Churches (1983-91) - Order of Canada (1984) - United Nations Pearson Peace Medal (1985) Telling Sean Conway, left, that she would keep a close eye 011 education issues at Queen's Park, the Chancellor-designate joins him for a campus lour hosted by Dr. Roseharl. Chancellor-designate Lois Wilson stands with her two predecessors. On the right, current chancellor G. Bernard Weiler who took office in 1987 and will serve until May '91. On the left is Lakehead's 3rd Chancellor, Robert}. Prettie, who served from ( 80 to 1987. Lakehend's first chancellor was Senator Norman M raterson (1965-71) followed by The Right Honourable Bora Laskin (1971 to 80). September 1990 - - - -- -- - -- -- - -- I popped into my office on the long-end to do as we say in the trade, "bury the paper". Tcould hardly get a parking spot. The campus was buzzing with out of town cars, rented vans and U-hauls, apprehensive students and their families. What's wrong with that? Nothing, except the place was virtually dosed. One rather forlorn security officer was functioning as the sole hospitality agent for the more than 50 telephone calls he received and steady stream of visitors wanting infom1ation. He did his best. Student services had put out OSAP fom1s, parent's handbook, campus maps, visitors' Guide, bus routes. It wasn't enough however, to remove the look of disappointment from the faces of the family who had driven from British Columbia to help their 19-year old settle into her new life, her first experience away from home. They wanted to buy LU souvenirs, perhaps have a meal in the cafeteria and tour the campus. I acknowledge that formal registration procedures begin Tuesday September 4 but I believe universites and colleges are missing the mark. I called five Ontario universities and Confederation College. At Trent, the answering machine ended in the middle of a telephone number it was giving, Laurentian wouldn't even give me the emergency number but could tell me the number for the pool. The Confederation College answering service doesn't even tell you when they'd be open. The labour day week-end is the obvious opportunity for families to transport their children to university. I'm surprised parents and students don't protest long and loud about the unavailability of services. I can hear the cries of "what about the staff? They need a break". Perhaps, some members of the university would be willing to celebrate their labour day holiday in November after labouring to make Lakehead University's fall registration and orientation the best in the country. We do a good job but it can be better. The Director of Student Services has made laudable efforts to make changes to improve student and parent orientation. Early indicators suggest that the new orientation format for first year students and parents will be a success. I also applaud the efforts of the new LUSU executive: an early ARGUS issue, survival handbook and welcoming bodies at the airport and the bus station. Residence Council worked long and hard to provide wam1 hospitality during orientation activities. The entire university must join forces and make every effort to welcome our new students and their families when they need us. How horrendous arc costs to hire students or ask volunteers to conduct campus tours during the week-end? Why aren't Food Services open? You feed us all year long, why not labour day week-end? Other requests by parents and students? Please open the bookstore, library, a few classrooms and counselling. Well, colleagues, what say you? AGORA - - - - - -- - -- - - - -- - - Page 15 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the October Agora is September 15, 1990. SEPTEMBER THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS Monday to Thursday 8 am -11:30 pm Friday 8 am - 9 pm Saturday 9 am - 9 pm Sunday 11 am - 10:00 pm NO Circulation Desk service on halfhour before closing CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES 1990-91 MONDAY, 10 CLASSES START ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING LITTLE DINING ROOM 7PM FRIDAY,21 Final date for late registration, changes and addition of fall courses for all students except Forestry (Sept.28) and Distance Education (Aug.24) MONDAY,24 SENATE MEETING 2:30 PM SENATE CHAMBERS FRIDAY,28 Final date for late registTation, changes and addition of courses for all Forestry degree and diploma students Recital Hall, Cornwall School 210 S. Algoma St. Tuesdays at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Sept. 25 Jeff Gibson, horn; Colleen 1990/91 VARSITY Gibson, oboe; Heather Morrison, HOME SCHEDULE piano - Free C.J. SANDERS FIELDHOUSE Oct. 9 Robert Silverman, piano (VanFRIDAY/SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5/6 couver) $3.00 LADY NOR'WESTERS VOLLEYBALL Oct. 23 Jane Leibel, soprano (winner of INVITATIONAL the 1990 Eckhardt-Gramatte Competition); Rachel Andrist, FRIDAY /SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12/13 piano $3.00 PIZZA HUT HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT THUNDER BAY ART GALLERY Aug. 31 - Sept. 30 SATURDAY,OCTOBER20 VISUAL AIDS ALUMNI GAMES Lecture Friday, Sept. 28, 8 p.m. - WOMEN'S 6:30PM "WHAT MAKES A GOOD AIDS - MEN'S 8:30 PM POSTER: ART AND PROPRIETY" OCTOBER BOARD OF GOVERNORS SEPT. 26 ANNUAL MEETING 4 PM SEPT. 26 FIRST MEETING 12:30 PM SEPT. 27 ORIENT ATION 2-4 PM SEPT. 27 ANNUAL DINNER 6:30 PM MONDAY,3 LABOUR DAY UNIVERSITY CLOSED TUESDAY/SATURDAY, 4/8 STUDENT ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION WEEK TUESDAY/SATURDAY 4/15 Forestry Field School for all Forestry degree and diploma students MONDAYl ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING LITTLE DINING ROOM 7PM MONDAY,8 THANKSGIVING UNIVERSITY CLOSED Special Event The McMaster Medical School Team will visit Lakehead _ University on Tuesday, Septembe 25, 1990. A meeting for all "' students interested in enterin g Medical School will be held in the Lakehead University Senate Chambers at 2 PM. For further information contact Lakehead University Scheduling & Examination Office 343-8498 or Northweste rn Ontario Medical Program (NOMP) at 345-4515. Public Lecture Dr. Emo Zalai, Prorector of Internal Relations at the University of Economics in Budapest, Hungary, will give a lecture entitled "New Opportunities in Eastern Europe" on Monday, September 24, at 7 pm in the Faculty Lounge. Everyone welcome. Agorl\ The AGORA is produced by the lnfom1ation Office, Department of External Relations, Lakchcad University, Thw1der 13ay, Ontario. It is published monthly (except August), and is distributed free of charge to the Univers ity's faculty and s taff, local government, media, business and friends of the University. Credit is appreciated wh~n material is reproduced or quoted. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-09 Agora Agora Magazine Alumni Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Chancellor Lois Wilson Lakehead Lakehead University Lois Wilson President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/51bf02b665344428f2b7ab35bca07c2e.pdf fc864b68b3bb428828aa0aed1f4ab9ba PDF Text Text Inside: We've done it again! rolment breaks all-time record L •••• •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2 First aid awards ............................ 2 Parents on campus ...................... 3 Book report .................................. 6 Around Campus ........................ 11 THUNDER BAY.ONTARIO VOL. 7. NO. 9 OCTOBER 1990 Campus Climatemore than the weather "To escort, assis t, observe and report", says Grant Walsh, Director of Services, about the role of the new student security service on campus. On Monday, October 1, a team of two student secu rity officers, dressed in bright yellow reflector jackets, will begin ~hoir duties on campus. Members \..._.he team, 14 men and women, were screened, given an orientation, and put on the university payroll. The service will operate from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. seven days a week. The primary role of the Student Security Service is to provide safe passage for students, facu lty, staff and visitors w ithin the boundaries of the main campus. A secondary function is to assist the security guards with patrols to deter crime and vandalism on campus. "Basically, we have additional eyes, ears and legs," said Walsh. "We don't want or need a swat team out there. We have a very beautiful campus and safety is a vital part of the total aesthetics". Paul Brezanoczy, senior security officer, is in charge of the implementation and orientation phase and is very pleased w ith the new service and s ta ff. Walsh ·d the students are taking their c;ponsibilities very seriously and time will tell w hether the Pa ul Brezanoczy, senior security officer, gets a good-natured ribbing from Joe Levine, one trial project will actually make of the newly-hired student security members. this a safer ca mp us. �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rose hart ENROLMENT TOPS 4 ,300! So much for my predictions for a modest increase in enrolment to 4,000 studen ts. At the present time, our enrolment has achieved the 4,300 level and, for the most part, the additional students are distributed in such a way as to minimize room and schedule difficulties. Additional sections of some classes have been necessary, and numerous room changes have been made. The patience shown by both students and faculty has been much appreciated by the Registrar's Office. Although Lakehead University's enrolment has much surpassed our expectations, this is not the story at all of the other Ontario universities, some of which have suffered significant dedines in year one intake. TRAVEL POLICY Recently, the University clarified some aspects of our travel policy. This was necessary for two reasons - first, the recent audits of universities in Ontario and, the Lakehead Board of Education have pointed out some deficiencies in our ~urrent process. For example, our previous travel request form did not specify the reason for h·avel. This is deemed unacceptable by public audits, and it is necessary that we make the change. Further consideration is also being given to the whole process of initiating the travel request form. At the present time, this process starts in the General Office. In most travel request systems, the fom1 is initiated by the traveller. A second motivation for our recent travel policy directives is the significant financial advantage to Lakehead University of directing as much of our travel business as possible to one selected carrier through a limited number of agents who act on behalf of Lakehead University. This does not imply that users have to use one airline, but every conscious effort should be made to do so. As well, a limited number of individuals in the past have preferred to use their own personal travel agent rather than the General Office. Unfortunately, with the new system, if we don't use the General Office, Lakchcad University receives no financial incentives. Exceptions will be made by the Vice-Presidents for good reason and, if you wish to continue to arrange your own travel, please present such a request to the appropriate VicePresident. It is difficult in a publicly funded institution which manages both federal (NSERC, etc.) and provincial monies not to use the system which gets the maximum advantage for the institution. I would encourage you to give the system every chance to prove itself beneficial to the University. For example, at a time when research travel budgets are tight, this system will allow additional research trips to be funded internally without additional budget costs. As I said earlier, we arc looking at some further changes, and l will bring you up to date in a future column. POLICY DEVELOPMENTS . A few new policy developments arc bemg worked on which I hope to sec finalized in the not-too-distant future. A self-funded leave program similar to that in place with the Lakehead Board of Education is being developed, and this would apply to all University staff. Secondly,_ our_University housing loa11 \ program 1s be111g updated, and consid-J eration is bei.ng given to extending this program to both faculty and staff. HEALTH AND SAFETY Marion Muldoon tells me that, in spite of_all the support in the University to provide a healthy and safe working environment, a few troublesome areas conti~ue to exist. With trusty photographer 111 hand, a tour will be made for future column material. If you (or your department) don't want to receive publicity in this area, 1would suggest that a CLEAN-UP would be appropriate. Lakehead is proud of its safety record and the work of our Health and Safety Committee, but all of our efforts go for naught without your personal support. PAR.KING (or lookin g for a spot) One of our graduates who went on to the University of Oregon told me o~ce tha t, at that campus, a parking sticker was not a guarantee of a parking place, but rather like a licence to hunt for one. Improvements have been made this year to the Bora Laskin Lot and, by the end of October, the new lot should be paved (and plugs installed) at the back of Lot 13. Until then, the best approach is to avoid the 8:30 a .m . rush. NEW ONTARIO GOVERNMENT By the time you read this, the new Ontario Government will be sworn in and we will have a new Minister of ' Cc?ll~gcs and Universities. I am optim1stte that the new government will offer enhanced support to both educational and regional development initiatives in northern Ontario. More will be said about this in a future column. J Congrats! First aid training is available on campus and 19 university employees successfully completed the Standard First Aid course last spring. Top row, left to right: Fred Anderson, Darlene Yahn Darlene Yakimoski, Karen ' Merkley and Norm Calloway. Bottom left to right: Dave Mueller, "".arren Paju, Frank Sebesta, Richard Beach, Paul Brczanoczy and Dave Corbett. Certificates were presented by Fred Poulter, VP Administration, bottom far left. Page 2 AGORA - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - October 1990 �Another record-breaking year for student enrolment For the first time in its history, Lakehead University's fulltime enrolment has surpassed the 4,000 mark. According to ~ Registrar, Pentti Paularinne, the end of September figure '-rands at just over 4,300. This is the third consecutive year that the university has broken enrolment records. On November 1, 1988 the university experienced an 11.4% increase with ~ / / 3,726 students w hile the 1989 figure reached 3,813, a 2.3% 111 increase. When asked what factors contribute to the increased enrolment the registrar said, "increased promotional activities played a role, especially Silver Jubilee activities, and strong programs in student services. We also benefit from a continuing trend wherein students are seeking smaller universities". Lakehead University leads all Ontario universities with the largest percentage increase in applications from high school students. First year enrolment increased by nearly 10% with 1,493 students regis tered full-time. This figure does not include the 300 students registered in the one year bachelor of education program. Preliminary part-time enrolment figures point to a moderate increase in the number of part-time students which was 2,100 in 1989. Over 700 of that number were students taking courses at 21 sites throughout northwestern Ontario and an additional 250 studied at home through Distance Education. Very encouraging increases were experienced in the following targeted areas: Forestry up 63%, Outdoor, Recreation, Parks and Tourism up 57%, Science up 28.8%, the Bachelor of Engineering up 10.4%, B13ScN up 17%. Stiff competition continues for entrance to the I-year BEd program which is available for students who hold undergraduate degrees. There were 5300 applications for 250 spots r ,ich expanded to 300 due to an increase in the number of '-,-:ceptances. ln response to a question about the selection process, the Registrar said that Lakehead University places primary emphasis on marks, however, personal statements Jre also considered. Age demographics are not yet available, but last year dose to 80% of the fulJ-time students were under 30. The figures changed dramatically for part-time students, with more than Construction of the Student Centre and Regional Education Centre 80% between 20 and 50. The national trend shows the age of is progressing "right on schedule" for completion in September '91. university students increasing. There are more than 60 It's certainly great timing with the influx of a record-breaking students over the age of 60, taking advantage of free tuition. number of students. Parent Orientation Program a Success Dave and Vangie Bjorkman had a few concerns when their daughter headed off to university. When an invitation to attend Parent's Orientation arrived, they jumped at the opportunity. " l had a lot of preconceived notions about what university would be like. Maybe I was associating universities with radicals, but this orientation has shown me that university isn't what I thought." It was music to the ears of the university community to hear parents say "We like the atmosphere, you're not a number at LU". Approximately 250 parents, more than half from out of town, attended orien tation activities which included a sample lecture, campus tour, the new paren t handbook, do's and don'ts from studen ts and informal m eetings with support staff. Parents were concerned about money, accommodations, course selection and how their sons and daughters would adjust to their new lives. The message they heard over and ,ver was "Expect change. That's the norm." "We had a tremendous turnout for our first year" commented Joy Lawson, Director of Student Services. "Their Parents listen (keeners even take notes) during "lectures" at presence and positive feedback validated our belief that a Parent Orientation sessions. parent orientation is a necessary ser vice". Oc tober 1990 AGORA - - -- -- - -- - -- - - - - -- Page 3 �New Faces J Sister Alice Greer (ex. 8002) is the new chaplain in the Counselling and Career Centre. Originally from Thunder Bay, Greer left the city in 1977 and joined the Sisters of St. Joseph, an order based in Sault Ste. Marie. In Sault Ste. Marie she took courses in theology at St. Paul's University. Counselling has played a major part in Greer's work experience. She has a diploma in Social Work from Confederation College and received her BA in psychology from Lakehead in 1988. She spent a number of years in private practice working with families and couples as well as counselling people with addictions at the Smith Clinic. Greer points out that the trend towards traditional teaching and nursing professions for Sisters is shifting. "We have a lawyer, a doctor, even an opera singer but being chaplain at a university is the first for our community". Greer's leisure pursuits include tenting, fishing, all season skiing, playing guitar and woodworking. The Chaplaincy Office offers spiritual counselling on campus and services each Sunday, 7:00 pm at the Avila Centre. Dan Rice (ex. 8084) joined Student Services as the Native Support Services Co-ordinator. Rice received his Bachelor of Education degree from Lakehead University a t the recent convocation and his Bachelor of Arts degree from Algoma University College in Sault Ste. Marie. Rice is a status Native Canadian (Onkwehonweh - original people) and belongs to the Kahnawake Band in ==--== :__:== Montreal. Since embarking on his career, Rice has been involved in three specific areas. His background is in fam iJy, marriage and career counselling, and has worked in marketing/retail sales, at one point in a marketing position at Sault College. He has been "in front and behind the radio mic and the tv cameras", most recently at CBQ Radio in Tirnnder Bay. Away from work Rice spends time with his wife and five ch ildren, pli:!ys basketball and classical and pop guitar. An avid reader, Rice recently picked up Honour the Sun by Ruby Slipperjack-Farrell (his predecessor at Native Support Services) and has put her at the top of his list of favourite authors. Glenn Payne Joanne Andrew-Cotter Glenn Payne (ex. 8783), recent! y hired in the Remote Sensing lab at CARIS feels at home in his new position. " I did my undergrad thesis with CARIS" . He graduated with his HBSc in Forestry at the 1990 convocation . Originally from Comer Brook, Newfoundland, Payne graduated with a forestry technician diploma from the College of Trades and Tedrnology in St. John's and worked in the forestry field for a number of years. He decided to return to school for his degree and chose Lakehead because of its college transfer program. In the past Payne has been a competitive power lifter competing in the '85 and '87 World Powerlifting Championships and winning the National Championships in 1987. Although he does not plan to compete in the near future, Payne has recently returned to powerlifting's rigorous training regimen. Joanne Andrew-Cotter (ex. 8729) has made a recent move from the Centre for Northern Studies to the Library. She is presently serving as secretary to the ) librarians and relishes her new positior, "It's so busy, especially now that the students are back". Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Andrew-Cotter graduated from Hammarskjold High School. She has taken a few interest college computer '-'-----------' courses in the past and would like to continue part-time studies at LU. Andrew-Cotter spends her spare moments sewing, knitting and crod1eting. Depending on the season, she also enjoys downhill skiing an d waterskiing. Andrew-Cotter is presen tly making p lans for her wedding in 1992. B_.K _ ._ K _e_n_t _ ____. L..-1_ _ _ Derrik Patola I . ' - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - -- - - ' Derrik Patola has recently joined the Audio-Visual Department in the area of Computer and A/V Equipment maintenance. The university environment is a definite change from Patola's 13 years as a mechanic with a local car dealership and he enjoys the new environment. "Everything is interesting and diverse and you're constantly meeting fascinating people". Now that he has settled into his new job, Patola is looking forward to bagging the L-~ ~ = ~ : = ! : : ~ elusive moose this hunting season. "I live for the outdoors". Patola plans to spend his winter leisure time with his two children. Page 4 Dr. Beverley "B.K." Kent (ex. 8338), new associate professor of phiJosophy, is a world traveller who looks forward to rooting herself at Lakehead University. Growing up in New Zealand, Kent left the country after her initial schooling and travelled the world. "I still wasn't ready to go home so I spent three more years in London (England)". Kent eventually moved to Montreal, attending Sir George Williams College (now Concordia University) at night. She discovered her taste for philosophy at Sir George and received a BA. Kent then attended tht> University of Waterloo where she received her MA and PhD After teaching in New Zealand and Australia, Kent returned to Canada briefly for a posting at Simon Fraser University followed by six years in the U.S. Kent is the author of a book entitled Logic and the Classification of the Sciences . AGORA - - - - -- - - - -- - - - - - October 1990 �People, Papers/Publications the Conference on Unemployment in & Special Projects Dr. S. A. Mirza, Professor of Civil Engineering was recently elected, for a twoyear term, the Chairman of the Joint Committee on Reinforced Concrete Columns of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The Committee's mission is to review and correlate information on the analysis and behaviour of reinforced concrete columns and frames including the methods required by various structural codes, to encourage experimental and theoretical research on column and frame behaviour, and to propose provi~ions for design of columns. The members of an AC! or ASCE technical committee are elected intcmat1onall yon the basis of their expertise in the area of the committee's mission. The Committee on Reinforced Concrete Columns is currently composed of fifteen ,·oting members and five associate members. Dr. David Nock, Professor, Sociology r1d his paper "Star-Wars: Social Con\. c1ction of Reputation in EnglishCanadian Sociology" on May 28 at the 25th annual meeting of the Canadian Sociology and Anthropology Association held at Victoria, B.C. in conjunction with the Learned Societies. He also organized .:i session with the title "Founding Figures and Social Context in the Developing Canadian Sociology Tradition" and acted as dicussant for a session dealing with Ethnic Minorities in Canada. Renate Eigenbrod, Deparhnent of English, presented an invited paper entitled "Canadian Indian Literature: Insights into Indian-White Relationships" at the National Library in Ottawa {in June 19, 1990. The event was spon~ored by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany. Dr. S tephen McBride, Department of Political Studies, recently presented a paper" Authoritarianism without Hegemony? The Politics of Industrial Relations in Britain" at the annual meeting of the Canadian Sociology and Anthropological Association, in Victoria British Columbia. Dr. McBride is also the _?C-author, with Dr. Bruce Muirhead l istory) who presented the paper, and Dr. Kjell Lundmark (Political Science, University of Umca, Sweden), of "Politics versus Markets: Employment Strategics in Peripheral Regions", presented at October 1990 Peripheral Regions, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, June 1990. Dr. Yves Prevost had one refereed article published in The Canadian Entomologist 122:441-447 titled Spruce Cone Axis Midge, Dasineura rachiph~ Tripp (Dippera Cecidomyiidac), in cones of black spruce, Picea mariana (Mill) B.S.P." and one symposium paper published titled "Environmental architecture Preventing loss of seed production to insects in black and white spruce seed orchards in West R.J. (ed.) the Proceedings of a Cone and Seed Pest Workshop in St.Johns Nfld. 1989. He also presented two posters and one paper at the 19th Jnternational Union of Forest Research Organizations held in Montreal from August 5-111990. Poster l School of Forestry Lakehead University educational programs; poster 2 "Are black spruce cone and seed insects threatening forest regeneration?" and one paper "Preventing loss of seed production by insects in black and white spruce seed orchards". Dr. Jim Smithers of the School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism was the keynote speaker at the Annual General Meeting of the Alexander Mackenzie Trail Association in Vancouver, British Columbia on Saturday, September 15, 1990. The address was hosted as a public event by the Vancouver Museum. In conjunction with the address, a Proclamation from the Government of British Columbia was presented to the Alexander Mackenzie Trail Association regarding the dedication of the British Columbia section of the proposed Alexander Mackenzie Voyageur Route from Lachine, Quebec to Bella Cool, British Columbia. In addition, the new Alexander Mackenzie Voyageur Route brochure which details the 1989 to 1993 Canada Sea-to-Sea activities was presented under the auspices of the Canadian Parks Service, the National Film Board and the British Columbia Ministry of Municipal Affairs. Dr. Smithers was also invited to participate in the arrival of the Simon F.raser Brigade at the end of its 10 day voyage down the Fraser River. The expedition was part of Simon Fraser University's "CAMPAIGN FOR THE FUTURE" promotional activities. Mr. Michael Boss, Department of Visual Arts is presenting an exhibition of recent paintings at the John B. Aird Gallery in Toronto, Ontario. The exhibition was from September 7 - 29, 1990. Michel Morton, School of Nursing, recently delivered papers at two conferences. On Scptember 22, she prescn ted the paper, "Assisting Student Community Health Nurses to Increase their Cultural Sensitivity to Canada's Native People" ,at the third provincial conference on multicultural health, Partnerships in Health Ill: Cultures and Health Leadership and Innovation in Multicultural Health held in Hamilton. On October 13 she presented the paper, "Facilitating Contextual Literacy for Student Community Health Nurses" at the con ference, Contextual Literacy Writing Across the Curriculum, at Laurentian University. Appointments Congratulations to Dr. G. Borradaile on his appointment to the NSERC Operating Grants Selection Committee for 1990-1993 in Ottawa. Dr. Borradaile has published 62 Geophysics and Geology papers in peerreviewed journals and he holds Ph.D. and D.Sc. research degrees from Liverpool University, U.K. Dr. J.E. (El) Mollo, Professor and Chairman, Department of Anthropology, was appointed to a 1-year term with the Ontario Heritage Foundation. Awards Dr. Henry (Hank) Akervall, Outdoor Recreation Parks and Tourism, will be inducted into the Michigan Tech Sports Hall of Fame. Induction ceremonies will take place October 20 in Houghton, Michigan. He will join a prestigious group of top athletes, coaches and administrators honoured over the past 100 years. Dr. Akervall received his undergraduate degree from Michigan Tech in 1962 an d was named All American the same year. Dr. Akervall was inducted into the Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 1988. Ina Chomyshyn, Director of Resource Centre of Occupational Health and Safety, has been granted the designation "Registered Occupational Hygienist" by the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists. There arc only 200 ROHs in Canada. PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: DR. JOHN GRANT Head, Department of Classics, University of Toronto Subject: ILLUSTRATIONS IN CLASSICAL BIBLICAL MANUSCRIPTS MONDAY, 15 October, 1990 8PM Ryan Building Room 1022 Sponsored by the Department of Languages and Classical Association of Canada AGORA - - -- - - -- - -- -- - - -- - Page 5 �Another history book for Angus: A Deo Victoria "When I was a boy, growing up in the tiny community of Big Chute on the Severn River in the 1930's, the fabled Georgian Bay Lumber Company was often spoken about by our elders. Even though the company had not logged the river for over forty years, there were plenty of relics around to confirm the loggers' one-time existence". These stories and "artifacts" representing the past glory of the Georgian Bay Lumber Company, sparked the interest of Dr. James T. Angus, professor of Education at Lakehead, and inspired him to write a book on the subject. Written for the general reader, A Deo Victoria: The Story of the Georgian Bay Lumber Company 1871 -1942 is the history of a business that had a powerful impact on the development of the Georgian Bay district. The Georgian Bay Lumber Company was the largest and oldest company of its time, having been formed through the amalgamation of original Georgian Bay sawmills. The book is not just a record of the development of the company, but a chronicle of the fortunes and misfortunes, successes and failures, of a group of 19th century entrepreneurs, whose sole motive for exploiting the forests was the acquisition of wealth.This book will appeal to those interested in local history and gaining an understanding of the resource communities that were crucial to the development of Ontario's frontier regions. A Deo Victoria, published by Severn Publications, is Dr. Angus' second book about Ontario history. His first book, A Respectable Ditch: A History of the Trent-Severn Waterway 1833-920, was published in 1988 by McGill-Queen's University Press. Both are part of the Ontario Heritage Foundation's Local History Series. Health Services Log: 12,500 c lient visits and 9,000 telephone calls A few members of the health team: left to right, relief nurse Sandi Covino, Dr. David Legge, clinic physician, Jessie Sutherland, Health Uni/ manager, and receptionist, Pal Coates. Part-lime students will be assisted with the addition of more evening clinics. Page 6 J It may be a dubious honour, but Health Services can ) certainly win the award for busiest office on campus. At the helm is a soft-spoken, hard-working nurse who's been at LU since 1969. In a gentle brogue, she talks about the changes over the years and recalls the 70's when there were 3500 students and one nurse - Jessie Sutherland. The Health Unit now has 2 nurses, a full-time receptionist, a relief nurse and 8 local physicians offering 12 medical clinics each week. "And sometimes we're still straight out" she says. Primarily a student health centre, personnel also take care of the health needs of staff members, with approximately 657 visits last year. Sutherland stressed that students will always have priority "but we try to help everyone". Joy Lawson, Director of Student Services, acknowledged that services are running at capacity and identified two problem areas: space and a lack of psychiatric services. "It's under review right now, but a major difficulty is the lack of space and the whole issue of confidentiality due to space limitations. In the area of psychiatric care, we must refer students to community services." What can you expect at the Health Centre?" Anything and everything" says Jessie Sutherland stressing that they offer personalized health care which promotes the total health of the individual. Staff organize many programs including diet and nutrition, blood pressure, safe sex, AIDS awareness, alcohol and drugs. They also provide immunizations, co-ordination with labs or family physi- J cians at home. Nurses will also make hospital or residence visits to students. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Oc tober 1990 �Research News ' FROM THE OFFICE OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH Connie Hartviksen, Interim Rese arch Officer Any information regarding research opportunities is available at the Research Office, or ex. 8793. Research Opportunities SSI-IRC News: An informative workshop was presented by Mrs. Patricia Dunne on September 13, 1990. Strategic and Regular Research Grants were discussed. I would like to thank a LI of those people who were present. Overheads are available for those who were not able to attend. Did You Know? Professors Emeriti are eligible for SSHRC fund ing! NSERC News: Ms. Erica Besso and Ms. Isabel Blain presented workshops on Parh1crships, Strategics, and Operating Grants on September 21, 1990. Special thanks to all of you who were able to attend these worthwhile sessions. For those of you who were unable to timetable this, I would be happy to discuss the details of these meetings with you. Several NSERC site visits arc scheduled over the next four months. The Research Office wi.11 be assisting in the planning and co-ordinating of these visits with the individual departments. Did You Know? Professors Emeriti are eligible for NSERC mding! The comment 1received when 1 asked this question .,i the NSERC Grants Officer was "Of course, some of our best research is done by Professors Emeriti. They are truly dedicated and arc not constrained by classroom/teaching obligations" . National Research Council Laboratories Research Associatesh ips 1991 The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) offers Research Associa tcships tenable in the following NRC laboratories. Biotechnology Research Institute Hcrz!:ierg lnstitu te of Astrophysics lndus t:rial Ma terials Institute Institute for Aerospace Research Institute for Biological Sciences Institute for Environmental Chemistry Lnstitute for Information Technology lnstitu te for Marine Biosciences Institute for Marine Dynamics Institute for Mechanical Engineering Institute for Microstructural Sciences Institute for National Measurement Standards Institute for Research in Construction Plant Biotechnology Institute Steacie l.nstitute for Molecular Sciences These Associateships are intended to give promising scientists and engineers an opportunity to work on challenging research problems in fields of interest to NRC as a stage in the _r'-lcvclopmcnt of their research careers. At any given time, \ ,ere are approximately 200 Research Associates at NRC. Applicants should have recently acquired a Ph.D. in Natural Science or E<ngincering or a Master degree in an engineering field or expect to obtain the degree before taking up the Associateship. C Oct ober 199 0 Associateships are open to nationals of all countries although preference wiU be given to Canadians. Research Associates will be offered appointments to the staff of the National Research Council on a term basis and will be offered salaries and benefits currently available to members of the continuing staff. The initial appointrnen t will normal! y be for a two-year term and may be renewed, subject to the Associatc's performance and subject to the requirements of the Division. Renewals are considered annually. Partial travel allowance. Applications must be made on special forms which may be obtained from the Research Office. Applications and supporting documents must be received in Ottawa no later than N ovember 30, 1990. Association of Universities & Colleges of Canada 1991/92 Canadian Commonwealth Visiting Fellowships On behalf of External Affairs and International Trade Canada, the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Committee is pleased to announce that up to five Visiting Fellowships arc to be awarded by Canada for the 1991 /92 academic year. These Fellowships are intended to bring to Canada from other countries of the Commonwealth, persons who are prominent in any function at universities, colleges, primary or secondary sd10ols, technical institutes or related educational agencies. The purpose of the Fellowship is to offer the Visiting Fellow the opportunity to discuss various educational matters with Canadian colleagues and to advise and be advised on techniques and problems pertaining to the particular field of interest. In this connection, I would like to emphasize that Visiting Fellowships are intended to bring to Canada persons who arc prominent in any function at educational institutions. This includes senior administrators, librarians, registrars, experts in financial aid or experts in computer systems, to name only a few. The tendency has been for universities to nominate on! y researchers for Visiting as well as for Research Fellowships. Over the next year, you might wish to take this into considcra tion. Please note that only one nomination may be made by this university and that nomination must be signed by Dr. Rosehart. The completed nomination form must reach the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan, c/o Awards Division, Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, 151 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario. K1 P SN1, no later than October 31, 1990. Environment Canada Great Lakes University Research fund (GLURF) A new subvention program, the Great Lakes University Research Fund (GLURF) has recently been created. GLURF was established by Environment Canada in parh1ership with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) to promote and finance research within Canadian universities that wi.11 assist Canada in meeting its obligations under the Canada/U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement. The Fund, totallfog $4 million dollars, will be granted to university researchers over a fouryear period. The competition for the fund is open to any Canadian university conducting research of direct relevance to the Great Lakes. Priority will be given to research conducted in the lakes, rivers, tributary basins and ground waters of the Great Lakes Basin Ecosystem. The deadline for application to the Fund is Novemb er 30, 1990. ALI submitted research proposals will be evaluated for compatibility with the research priorities established by Environment Canada. Proposals meeting the priorities will undergo formal peer review to be coordinated jointly by Environment Canada and NSERC. AGORA - - - - -- - - -- -- - -- - -- Page 7 �lnstructions and a summary for applying to this new program are now available at the Research Office. Canadian Cancer Society Stephen Fonyo Fellowship Award The Canadian Cancer Society is pleased to announce that the Stephen Fon yo Fellowship Award is available to health professionals in a variety of different fields. These awards have been made possible by a gran t from the Government of Canada for health professionals who wish to obtain a short period of training in the cancer field. The objective of these training fellowships is to improve the candidate's knowledge of cancer. The experience might be in pain management or in any other of the activities that are carried out in a modern cancer treah11ent centre, including clinical research. • An applicant for the award must be a graduate of a recognized health professional education program or its equivalent. The length of training will be detem1ined by the qualifications and needs of the applicant and the proposed program of study. The minimum period of study will be two weeks and the maximum of ten weeks. All successful applicants, whether physicians or su rgeons, pharmacists, nurses, social workers, psychologists, chaplains, etc., will be reimbursed for reasonable living expenses for travel, tuition, lodging and meals in keeping with the Society's current practices. Those Health Professionals who are not on salary, will receive in addition, S1,000 per week. The fellowship will be completed in a Canadian Cancer Treatment Centre preferably in or near the community in which the applicant is located. In the event that the proposed course of study is not available in such a centre, an alternative facility may be approved a t the discretion of the Selection Committee. Application for these awards should be made at least two months prior to the date on which the applican t plans to begin training. The decision regarding an application will be made within one month of its receipt. Health professionals interested in this program may pick up a description of the conditions of the Fellowship and application forms. The Canadian Red Cross Blood Services Research and Development Program 1991/92 Career Development Fellowship Awards Career Development Fellowship Awards are offered for a non-renewable period up to three years to provide support for highly qualified candidates who have recently completed their forma l research training and wish to acquire further experience in a Blood Transfusion Service setting. Lt is expected that successful candidates will engage in a career in research related to blood and blood products in Canada upon completion of their award, but this is not a condition of the award. The value of each Fellowship is related to the major degree and experjence of the applicant. The Fellowship offers a stipend based on curren t Medical Research Council Rates for each of the three years, as well as a fi rst year research allowance of $10,000. The number of awards will be no more than two in any year. Candidates must: (a) hold a recent Ph.D. (or equivalent research degree) or an M.D./D.D.S./O.V .M., plus a recent research degree in an appropriate health field (minimum M.Sc.) or equivalent research experience. (b) not be registered for a higher degree at the time of the application nor undertake formal studies for such degree during the period of the a ppointment. Page 8 Candidates for Career Development Fellowship Awards are required to complete a Career Development Fellowship Award Application Fom1 (RD30). Applications must be made through and with the support of the MEDICAL DIRECTOR r the BTS Centre at which the applicant intends to work. .-, Applications must reach the research and Development Administrator, National Office by mid-January 1991. Candidates will be notified of the outcome of their applications by June 1, 1991. Successful applicants can take up their appointments on or after July 1, 1991. The John C. Polanyi Prizes, 1991 In honour of the achievement of John Charles Polanyi, corecipient of the 1986 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the Government of the Province of Ontario has established a fund to provide annually up to five prizes to outstanding researchers in the early stages of their career who arc continuing to postdoctoral studies at an Ontario university. In 1991, the prizes have a value of $15,000 each and are available in the areas broadly defined as Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature and Economic Science. 1. Any person who is planning to con ti.i1ue to post-doctoral studies (or has a facu lty appointment) in a recognized Ontario university who meets the following criteria may apply for one of the prizes: i) is normally resident in Ontario and has completed or is near completion of doctoral studies in any recognized university in the world, or ii) has completed or is nearing completion of doctoral studies in an Ontario university; and iii) either will have completed all the requirements for the doctoral degree by December 31, 1991, or received the doctoral degree between September 1, 1988 and the above date. (Note: applicants holding facu lty ap- ..J; pointments within these time limits may apply). 2. The p rizes are awarded to assist the recipients in their research and professional development. 3. The prizes may be held along with any other financial support or research funds received by the winners. 4. It is hoped that 1991 prizes will be conferred by September 1991. No prize will be awarded without the successful applicant having completed all requirements for the doctoral degree. Application procedures and forms are available in the Research Office. The application deadline is January 11, 1991. Royal Society of Canada Konrad Adenauer Research Award 1991 On the occasion of his visit to the University of Toronto in June 1988, the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Dr. Helmut Kohl, announced the Konrad Adenauer Research Award. This award, established through the generosity of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, will be made annually to one Canadian scholar in the Humanities or in the Social Sciences. The aim of the Award is to promote academic rela tions between Canada and the Federal Republic of Germany. This award program will be administered by the Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation in Germany in cooperation with the Royal Society of Canada and the University of Toronto. The award has been donated for an initial period of five years and will be granted annually. The first award was granted in 1989. The award will be made to highly qualified Canadian scholars, whose research work in the Humanities or in the Social Sciences has brought them international recognition and who belong to the group of leading scholars in their respective area of specialization . The award will be made regardless of the age, race, religion or sex of the applicants. AGORA - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - - October 1990 �Canadian scholars who have been granted the award arc entitled to carry out research work of their own choice at German Research Institutes for a period of up to one year. he research stay in Germany can be divided into several ,..,criods, but must commence within one year of the announcement of the award. The Humboldt Foundation will pay the return travel costs once only for award winners and fam ily members (provided the latter stay with them in Germany for at least three months) between Canada and Germany. Medical and accident insurance may be provided for the award winners ( and family members) if requested. The Award winners are included in the Humboldt Foun dation's sponsorship program. They wiJl be invited to take part in all functions arranged by the Foundation. The Konrad Adenauer Research Award will be granted by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. Nominations will be made jointly by the Royal Society of Canada and the University of Toronto, and submitted to the Humboldt Foundation. At least two candidates should be nominated each year. The Humboldt Foundation's appropriate selection committee will select the award winner. The winner of the Konrad Adenauer Research Award will be announced by the Humboldt Foundation early summer of the year. SC'lf-application cannot be accepted. Candidates must be nominated by this university by December 1, 1990. German Academic Exchange Service DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) is a private, publicly funded, self-governing organization of the institutions of higher education in the Federal Republic of Germany. The DAAD has the function of promoting international ·adcmic relations especially through the exchange of .,rudcnts and faculty. The head office of DAAD is located in Bonn and there arc branch offices in Berlin, Cairo, London, Jakarta, Nairobi, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, San Jose (Costa Rica) and Tokyo. DAAD grants are available to faculty and students in the United States and Canada for participating in a wide variety of academic programs. The programs and the application deadlines arc listed below. Un less otherwise stated, participants in DAAD programs must hold U.S. or Canadian citizenship and must be full-time faculty members or students at U.S. or Canadian colleges or universities at the time of application. Grants for German Studies Programs in the United States 1. Interdisciplinary Summer Seminar in Cennan Studies for Graduate Students and Ph.D. Candidates of California at Berkeley, July 8-August 16, 1991. Deadline is March 15, 1991. 2. lntcrdisciplinary Seminar in German Studies for Faculty and Recent Ph.D.'s at Cornell University, June 17 -July 20, 1991. Deadline is March 1, 1991 . 3. Grants for teaching - Team Teaching and Guest Lectureships - Deadline is Anytime. 4. Sur Place Grants - Deadline is November 1, 1990 and May 1, 1991. Grants for Courses in Gennan S tudies and Language in the Federal Republic of Germany I. Dcutschlandkundlicher Sommerkurse at the University of Regensburg - Deadline is January 31, 1991. ( Hochschulsommersprachkurse at the University of Freiburg- Deadline is December 1, 1990. 3. Hochschulsommerkurse - Deadline is January 31, 1991. 4. Summer Language Courses at Goetke Institutes - Deadline is January 31, 1991. C C October 1990 5. Learn German in Germany for Faculty and Ph.D. Candidates - Deadline January 31, 1991. Grants For S tudy, Research and Information Visits lo the Federal Republic of Germany l. Study Visit Research Grants for Faculty - Deadline November l, 1990. 2. Research Grants for Recent Ph.D.'s and Ph.D. Candidates Deadline November 1, 1990. 3. Young Lawyers Program - Deadline March 15, 1991. 4. Information Visits - Deadline November 1, 1990. Annual Grants l. DAAD - Fulbright Grants 2. DAAD - Canadian Government Grants 3. DAAD - Quebec Government Grants Other Programs 1. Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowships 2. Leo Baeck Institute - DAAD Grants 3. DAAD - AICGS Grant The Institute For Chemical Science and Technology (ICST) lCST The Institute for Chemical Science and Technology is a non-profit research institute with both industrial and academic members. The Institute was established to contribute to the growth of the Canadian chemical, peh·ochemical and petroleum process industries through support of precompctitivc research. The research projects funded by ICST are carried out primarily at Canadian universities. Results of this research will be further developed by member companies in order to enhance their growth and competitive position. At the present time, lCST has identified five broad research areas: Emulsions and Dispersions Industrial Waste Management and Environmental Quality Polymer Properties and Structure Sensors Technology Separation Science and Technology Novel ideas of potential commercial interest to the members which fall outside the five main research areas are considered in an Open category. This category provides funding for projects which, although outside the identified research areas, are still of potential economic or technical importance to our industrial members. In making proposals in the Open category, researchers shou ld bear in mind the commercial interests of the member companies. In particular, projects in the following areas of industrial catalyst research will be considered: Polymerization and Hydroprocessing Catalysis Selective Olefin Hydrogenation Selective Oxidation c l Chemistry Acidic and Basic Solids as Catalytic Materials Statistical Methods in Reaction Kinetic Studies and Reactor Design [CST invites preliminary proposals for research in the five broad categories outlined above and in the Open category. More specific information concerning the research can be obtained from the Research Office. Please note also that TCST is much more interested in supporting a new and novel program than it is in providing incremental support to an on-going mature program. Thus it is important that the proposal be clearly differentiated from any projects currently being funded from other sources. Typically projects are funded at a level of $30,000 to Sl00,000 per year for a period of from one to three years. Preliminary proposals arc invited and will be promptly acknowledged. AGORA - -- - - - - - - -- - - - - -- - Page 9 �Final Submission must be received by ICST by December 1, 1990. The Canadian I nstitute for Nordic St udies Graduate Scholarshi p The Canadian Institute for Nordic Studies announces their Graduate Scholarship. This scholarship is tenable at any recognized Nordic postsecondary institution granting an earned degree at the postbaccaJaureate level in the applicant's field of study. The Nordic countTies are Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, as well as the Faeroe Islands and Greenland. The level of study is to be at the Graduate level with a degree objective granted by either a Canadian or Nordic postsecondary institution. The field of study should be related to Nordic subjects in all fields such as the humanities, social sciences, physical/ natural/applied sciences. The following con ditions apply: 1) Canadian citizen or landed immigrant 2) Completion with high scholastic achievement, the minimum of a bachelor's degree from a Canadian university or college 3) Evidence in writing of acceptance of proposed study or research plan by the host Nordic post-secondary institution or academic member of that institution. 4) Minimum of six months residency in the Nordic counrry while holding the scholarship. 5 ) The successful applicant will, within six months of completing the study /research projects, submit a written report to CINS. 6) The successful applicant will, within one year of completing the study / research project, provide an oral presentation/lecture/seminar at a Canadian university or college, or at the annual meeting of the Learned Societies or other professional association meetings. The value of this scholarship is S2,500 in Canadian funds. The application deadline is January 31, 1991 . The date of award is April 15, 1991. Please call Kris at ext. 8785. UPCOMING DEADLIN E DATES Senate Research Committee - General Research Awards October 10, 1990 Ontario Mental Health Foundation - Grants Program For: Applied Research and Program Evaluation Projects - October 12, 1990 Ontario Mental Health Foundation and the Alzheimer Association of Ontario - "The Alzheimer's Competition" October 12, 1990 SSHRC Research Grants #410 - October 15, 1990 SSH RC Major Research Grants #411 - October 15, 1990 SSHRC - Strategic Grants - October 15, 1990 University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) - October 15, 1990 NSERC - Internal Deadline - Operating/Equipment/Renewals - October 15, 1990 SERC Women's Faculty Awards - October 15, 1990 NSERC First Time Applicants For Operating Grants - Oct.15, 1990 Foreign Government Awards Program - October 15, 1990 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 1991 /92 Part 1 - Oct. 24, 1990 6SSHRC - Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada - October 30, 1990 SSHRC - Travel Grants for International Representation October 30, 1990 A.U.C.C. 1991 /92 Canadian Com monwealth Visiting Fellowships - October 31, 1990 Laidlaw Foundation Program; Children and Families at Risk Program - November 1, 1990 NSERC Operating/ Equipment Grants/Renewals - Nov. 1, 1990 Department of Energy, Mines & Resources (EMR) 1991 /92 Research Agreements Program - November 1, 1990 SSHRC/NSERC Chairs in the Management of Technological Change - No vember 15, 1990 SSHRC/ FCAR/NSERC Join t Initiative: This program is intended to encourage graduate students to change their linguistic milieu and their place of study from Quebec to another province and vice-versa - November 15, 1990 SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships - November 15, 1990 AJzheimers Award - November 15, 1990 International Technology Association of Canada (ITAC) Award - November 15, 1990 Ontario Renewable Resources Research Program (ORRRGP) November 15, 1990 Ontario Graduate Scholarship 1991 /92 Part 2 - Nov. 15, 1990 NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship 1991 /92 - Nov. 15, 1990 Ontario Mental Health Foundation-Fellowships, Publicatiom Program, Conference Program - November 30, 1990 N.R.C. 1991 Research Associa teship - November 30, 1990 Environment Canada's - Great Lakes University Research Fund - November 30, 1990 International Society of Arboriculture: Shade Tree Research December 1, 1990 lnstitute for Chemical Science & Technology - R.F.P. December 1, 1990 Konrad Adenauer Award - December 1, 1990 NSERC/SSHRC Master's Scholarships in Science Policy December 1, 1990 CentTe for Studies in Defense Resources Management Solicited Research Program -December 15, 1990 Polanyi Prizes 1991 - January 11, 1991 A.U.C.C. Micro-Fund 1 & 2 - January 15, 1991 Canadian Red Cross Fellowship - Mid January 1991 ClDA Professional Awards - January 31, 1991 Canadian lnstitute for Nordic Studies Graduate Scholarship January 31, 1991 Barton Awards - February 1, 1991 Wildlife Toxicology Fund - Open Social Science Federation of Canada; Aide to Scholar! y Publications Program - Open SSHRC Special Awards: The Queen's Fellowships, Canadian Law Scholarship Foundation, SSH RC Legal Research Scholarship, Doctoral Fellowships in Mant1gement Studies - Open Department of Energy, Mines and Resources; Environmental Studies Revolving Funds - Open Canadian Department of Communications; International Cooperation Assistance Fund on New Information Technologies - Open National Geographic Society; Research Grants - Open Laidlaw Scholar Program - Open North Atlan tic Treaty Organization (NATO) - Advanced Research Workshops - Open National Science Foundation (NSF) - Open, but must allow 6 months for review and processing. International Development Research Cen tTe (IORC) - Open, allow 3 months for a full response. Canadian Cancer Society's Stephen Fonyo Fellowship Award - anytime (2 months prior to when training begins) For more information about Foundations, please contact Jo-Anne Silvennan, Foundations Offi cer at 343-8910 or dro~ by the Alumni House. Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - October 1990 .J. �Around Campus WOMEN'S STUDIES PROGRAM After a lengthy review process, Lakehead University has launched the /omen's Studies Program. The program has 13 undergraduate courses in the field of Women's Studies thus offering a healthy selection for a minor. Following the trend established by a large number of Ontario universities, Lakehead University founded the Women's Studies Study Group in 1987. The result was a foru m whereby women in various disciplines could share their knowledge. Instructors Pam Wakewich and Susan Tiura arc shari11g the positiOI'} of Co-ordinator of the program. They will co-teach the core course which is an mtroductory course "exploring the past, present and future roles of women in society". Specific topics will include: historical overview of feminist theory; politics, law and the family; women, health and illness; women and philosophy; women, culture and creativity; women and science; research methodologies and women in Northwestern Ontario". A speakers series will also complement the program and s tudents and the public will benefit from their expertise. ( UEW RATIFIES CONTRACT TI1e Board of Governors of Lakehead University ratified a two-year agreement between Lakehead University and the Canadian Union of Educational Workers for the period September 1, 1989 until August 31, 1991. The agreement provides graduate students with a 7% increase in wages in year I and 4% in year II. Graduate students on assistal1tship will also receive a benefits package 111 year II that includes partial medical and vision care coverage. Undergraduate students will receive wage increases that average 6.95% in year I and range from 4.5% to 5.95% in year II, depending on the classification. 111 addition to wages and benefits, there were changes made to contract language in various articles such as appointments, postings, unpaid leaves, Union information listings, etc. New wording was also added to the agreement dealing with personal harassment and HIV-related illness. October 1990 NOMINATIONS FOR HONORARY DEGREE RECIPIENTS The Senate Committee on Honorary Degrees is now accepting nominations for possible honorary degree recipients for the May, 1991 Convocation. Nominations, together with biographical data, should be sent to Mrs. Linda Phillips, Office of the President, by MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1990. ALUMNI HONOUR AWARD Nominations are being accepted for the 1991 Alumni Honour Award to be presented to an alumnus/a of Lakehead University who has made an outstanding contribution in one or more fields. Nominations shou ld include a onepage summary of the reason for your selection and the candidate's C.V. Send submissions before FEBRUARY 15, 1991: The President, Alumni Association. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! Last year the Alumni Association raised over $100,000 thanks to the work of over 80 volunteers who helped out during the annual Phonathon. We need your help agai11 this year -- in November. If you can spare a few evenings to call alumni in Thunder Bay, contact Frances Harding at 343-8193. Money raised will go towards scholarships and bursaries, library acquisitions and many other worthy campus projects. JAPANESE DELEGATION VISITS LU Lakehead University played host to a delegation from Yanaizu, Japan on Friday, September 14. The delegation was on a whirl-wind 6-day trip across Canada and made a stop in Thunder Bay. The Japanese citizens are interested in strengthening established ties with the area. Yanaizu is located near Gifu University, which signed a twinning agreement with Lakehead University in July. NOR'WESTERS' NEW SEASON UNVEILED Lakehead University's Nor'westers will likely have the Thunderdome rocking again this season if the varsity coaches have anything to say about it. The teams were introduced at a reception on September 25 and according to Clyde Tuy!, athletic co-ordinator, the season looks promising. Lou Pero's men's basketball team is expected to perform well this season because of the experience of the squad with only three new recruits added. Lady Nor'Wester basketball coach, Stu Julius, recruited hard last season and gained some valuable rookies. He predicts another win in the Ontario women's west division . Francis Clayton, wrestling coach, is optimistic about the season and believes that the LU team will fare well in competition. The women's volleyball squad has a promising roster with OWIAA all-star team member, Kelly Breutigam, and top-notch setter Kelly WilUams, returning. Coach Claude Lapre predicts a strong season for the team. Also announced at the reception was the establishment of the annual John Zanatta Memorial Alumni Game, to be held this year on October 20. Zanatta, past player and coach for the Nor'Westers, died tragically in August. The Nor'Westers will retire his unifom1 number and establish a scholarship fund in his name. Chief Booster, Larry Hebert, left, discusses the upcoming season with Clyde Tuy/ centre and Or. Bob (another big sports fan). AGORA - -- - -- - - - -- - - - -- - - Page 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Flo Sherren at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the November Agora is October 15, 1990. THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS FALUWINTER TERM Monday - Thursday 8 am -11 :30 pm Friday - 8 am - 9 pm Saturday- 9 am - 9 pm Sunday-11 am -10 pm THANKSGIVING WEEKEND HOURS Saturday, 7 - 9 am - 9 pm Sunday, 7 -1 1 am - 10 pm Monday,8 -9am -Spm CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES 1990-91 Recital Hall, Cornwall School 210 S. Algoma St. Tuesdays at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted. October 9 Robert Silverman, piano (Vancouver) $3.00 October 23 Jane Leibel, soprano (winner of the 1990 Eckhardt-Gramattc Competition); Rachel Andrist, piano -S3.00 November 6 Eva Solar-Kinderman, piano (Victoria) - S3.00 1990/91 VARSITY HOME SCHEDULE C.J. SANDERS FIELDHOUSE Friday/Saturday, October 12/13 PIZZA HUT HIGH SCHOOL G IRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Saturday, October 20 JOHN ZANATTA MEMORIAL ALUMNI GAME WOMEN'S 6:00PM MEN'S 8:00 PM Friday/Saturday, November 2/3 MEN'S & WOMEN'S BASKETBALL PIZZA HUT TOURNAMENT Saturday, November 10 WRESTLING DUAL MEET (tentative) Friday/Saturday, Novem ber 16/17 WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL vs GUELPH Friday, November 23 WRESTLING DUAL MEET vs WESTERN ONTARIO Friday/Saturday, Nov.30/Dec.1 WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL OCTOBER FREE PUBLIC LECTURE J FRIDAY OCTOBER 19 PUBLIC LECTURE SPEAKER: DR. CHARLES W. TAYLOR Medical-Physical Division 3M Corporation, St.Paul, MN TOPIC: "Adhesives Research & Development and Careers and Opportunities in Industries" PLACE: RB 3044 2:30 PM The lecture is sponsored by the Industrial Research Institute, NY, 3M Corporation and L.U. Chemistry Depar tment. TUESDAY, 23 SENATE 9:30 AM MONDAY,29 PUBLI C LECTURE SPEAKER: DR. FREDERICK HOLMES TOPIC: History, Fiction and the Dialogic Lmagination: John Fowles' A ''WOMEN IN ENGINEERING'' Dr. Monique Frize, the first holder of the Canadian Chair of Women in Engineering, will conduct an information session for the public to learn more about opportunities in the engineering fi eld. Tuesday, October 9, 1990 7:30 pm Senate Chamber Dr. Frize is a professional electrical engineer with industrial, research and teaching experience. Everyone Welcome Maggot PLACE: RB 1022 7:30 PM NOVEMBER MONDAY,5 ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING LITTLE DINING ROOM 7PM University Campus Final date for withdrawal from first term half-courses without academic penalty The 2nd annual L.U.C.C. Children's Halloween Party will be held for all faculty, staff, and their families on Sunday, October 28, 1990 at 2 pm in the Main Cafeteria. Agorl\ 111<• /\GORA is produced by the Information Office. Department of External Relations, L.ikchead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lakehead University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1990-10 Agora Agora Magazine Alumni Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Lakehead Lakehead University President Rosehart President's Perspective Student Centre https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/15229477143e96d890c9b114bbb098be.pdf 60a597eebcffd70fd95804a5213f23c8 PDF Text Text Inside: Knowles named Distinguished Teacher ........ 3 30 more employees reach 20-year mark .............. 4 New Faces .............................. 5 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 8. NO. 1 JANUARY 1991 Left: Pearl and Teri Kurlick Right: NanCJJ a11ri Frank Luckai, Andrea anrl Dan Ducker/ Below: Rita Roseharl, Penny Petrone, Sue Day ::i Santa Claus reported that Roy Murray, President of Confederation College, had asked for a new building on his campus. Never slingi;, Father Christmas was able lo present him with one brick. A large crowd attended the University Christmas Party on December 20. This annual event includes the "President's Video" which features a year-end review and fond farewell to the retirees and presentation of the 20--year pins. See page 4. Lipper Left: Lorraine and Ron Ha rris Left: Caesar Cimone and Caroline McAfee Left: Rhonda Kelly Below: Eleanora Bailey, Ruth Keuleman, Margaret Carter �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rosehart Welcome to 1991! V.P. Academic Search The work of the Search Committee is progressing well, and it is anticipated that candidates for the position will be presented to the University community in February. Smoking Policy With the expected completion of the Student Centre in September of 1991, we are exploring the proposal of having that area being the on!y designated smoking area on campus. The ventilation system for that facility is designed to have a high volume air exhaust system. This is the type of system that is appropriate from a health perspective to protect non smokers. Our current policy on smoking is a step in the direction of limiting the personal risk to non-smokers but, in all reality, with integrated air systems in most of our facilities, our students, staff and faculty are s till being exposed to second-hand smoke. Medical evidence and the rights of the majority non-smoking group are continuing to suggest to me that it is time for Lakehead to move to a single designa ted smoking site. Perhaps a university referendum is appropriate. More on this topic in future columns. Workplace Safety on Campus Universities are generally not viewed by staff and faculty as "dangerous" workplace environments in the same context as industrial factories. However, universities are varied and complex in the range of activities tha t happen on campus, and 1 often feel that we are not aware of the need to treat our workplaces more seriously from an accidemt safety perspective. l believe it is also a responsibility to instill upon our s tudents the importance of the shared responsibility for worker health and safety. This past year, Lakchcc1d University lost both an alumnus and a student due to fatal i11dustrial accidents. With her various initiatives, Marion Muldoon of the Human Resources Dcparh11ent, carries this theme to you from time to time. I would like to reinforce her initiative and, as well, to remind you of the statistics that a significant number of personal injuries that occur in the home and, as well, the fact that most serious automobile accidents occur within 30 km. of an individual's residence. Marion Muldoon and l toured the campus recently to seek out what we considered to be messy and unsafe areas (accidents about to happen). Arc we an acciden t looking to happen? The photo is not encouraging, and I would hope th.1 t each and every one of you look over your own particular environment and take the necessary steps to ensure that it is safe for not only you but also your fellow students, facul ty and staff. OBITUARY Dr. Alan Day died peacefully Monday, November 26, 1990. Dr. Day was full Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Lakehead University where he taught and did research for the past nineteen years. Born in Sault Ste. Marie on October 9, 1941, Alan Day spent his formative years in North Bay, Ontario. He obtained his B.A. from McMaster University in 1964 and served in the Royal Canadian Air Force with 415 (M.P.) Squadron until he resigned his commission in 1967. At that time he held the rank of Captain and the position of Lead Navigator. He then entered graduate school at McMaster University and in 1970 obtained his Ph.D. degree in Mathematics. He accepted postdoctoral research fellowships at the University of Waterloo, at Vanderbilt University (Nashville) and at the Tcchnische Hochschule Darmstadt (Germany). Dr. Day moved to Thunder Bay in 1971 where he stayed, except for sabbatical leaves and visiting appointments, until his death . Dr. Day achieved a considerable national and international reputation because of the excellence of his research in Mathematics, particularly in the fields of Lattice Theory and Universal Algebra. He published many research papers in learned journals and presented his results at international conferences and meetings of scholars. He served on the Page 2 Editorial Board of the journal Algebra Universalis; he was a Director of the Canadian Mathematical Society from 1987 to 1989; and he was a member of the National Sciences and Engineering Research Council Grant Selection Committee from 1987 to 1989. Dr. Day was a long-standing N.S.E.R.C. Grant recipient. Recently, he was awarded the Lakehcad University 1990-91 Dis tinguished Researcher Award. Alan was proud of being a mathematician, but particularly proud of being a Canadian mathematician. ln his leisure time, he enjoyed acting in the Cambrian Players productions. He was a hard-working and hard-playing man, whose mathematics will certainly achieve for him a form of immortality. Despite a Jong and painful illness, he had a strong determination to live a full life and to persist in his ma thematical work. His forebcarance was an extraordinarv model of courage and positive a ttitude to his family and , friends, and particularly to his international colleagues. Alan will be missed by his friends in many countries, and especially by his family. A friend and colleague, William A. Lampe of the University of Hawaii, has written: man of principle is gone, and they arc rare. AGORA---- - - - - - - - - - - January 1991 �Around Campus DR. PEGGY KNOWLES RECEIVES 1990/91 DISTINGUISED INSTRUCTOR AWARD Dr. Peggy Knowles, Professor of Forestry and Biology, has been named the Lakehead University Distinguished Instructor for 1990/91. Dr. Knowles received her Bachelor of Arts degree from York University and her Masters and PhD from the University of Colorado?? She has been on faculty since 1980. The Distinguished Instructor Award is Lakchead University's highest award for excellence in teaching. It is presented annually to a professor who has made a distinguished contribution to teaching. • Acting Vice President (Academics), Dr. John Whitfield, says "it is quite a distinction for a faculty member to receive the award. 1 was please to receive and accept the recommendation of the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning . Dr. Knowles has been outstanding in her teaching a nd the comments from students reflect this. She has had a high profile in the classroom as well as in the area of instructional development". FIRST MOURN THEN WORK FOR CHANGE A memorial service in honour of the 14 women killed at !'Ecole Polytcchnique de Montreal was held in the Agora on December 6, 1990, the first anniversary of the tragedy. The service, attended by approximately 100 students, staff and foeult y, focused on the memory of the victims. As each name was called ou t, university representatives lit a candle in honour of the woman it represented. Speakers included !'resident Rosehart, Acting Vice-President (Academic) Whitfield, engineering stude nts, Bonny DiGiuseppe and Bradley Johns, engineer Simone Laatu and Chaplain of the university, Sister Alice Greer. The sentiments of each speaker echoed the theme "first mourn, then work for change". ln his speech to the audience, Dr. John Whitfield said "(the act) has raised an awareness of violence in our society in a country where we prided ourselves on being non-violent. One measure of a society is how it trea ts a nd protects those who arc powerless a nd vulnerable". LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY INTRAMURAL WOODSMEN COMPETITION February 2, 1991 A WOODSMEN COMPETITION OPEN TO ALL FA CULTIES, ALUMNUS, AND FACULTY MEMBERS, WITH MALE, FEMALE, AND MIXED TEAMS, OF SIX. EVENTS · SINGLES · AXE THROW · QUARTER SPLIT • DOT SPLIT · PULP TOSS DISTANCE · WINE GOB • · SNOW SHOE RACE*** · TEAlvl • · PULP TOSS FOR ACCURACY · LOG PULL • · CROSSCUT SAW · SWEDE SAW • **"'Each team must provide snow shoes for race. Entrance fee for each team paid in advance is S24.00 payable to any member of the Woods men Team. Teams paying on the morning of the competition will be charged $26.00. Limited to the first twe nty-five teams. Lunch will be provided. The competition begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday at the Woodsmens' practice field, behind the maintenance (shipping and receiving) building at Lakehead University. Spectators Welcome. The Study will be open after the competition in order to revitalize lost fluids, announce winners, and to make awards. For further information call Todd a t 767-9124 or Anastasia a t 623-2916 I !OPE TO SEE EVERYONE Tl·JERE. LET THE C/-/JPS FLY! ENDOWED SCHOLARSlilP FOR WOMEN IN ENGINEERING Jo-Anne SiJverman, Foundations Officer, wishes to announce that Dr. Jenni.fer Allen Simons of the Simons Foundation has generously agreed to fund The Simons Foundation Scholarship for Women in Engineering at Lakchcad University. The $10,000 gift is endowed by the Foundation to encourage women to enter engineering programmes. The foundation's philosophy is that technological development is necessary only to enrich and enhance the quality of life. The recipient of the award will be an outstanding woman scholar who demonstrates potential for significant contribution to the sustainable development of our socie ty in her chosen field. LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY FORESTRY ASSOCIATION 23rd ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM RYAN BUILDING RM 1042 OBITUARY FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 7:00 pm Mr. Arthur Davies passed away December 13, 1990 at St. Catharines, Ontario, at the age of 64. Mr. Davis was appointed the Director of Physical Plant in Nove mber 1981. He was responsible for the administration of the plant and physical resources of the university until May 1989 when he assumed the position of Senior Advisor for campus planning. Arthur Davies graduated in mechanical engineering from the University of Manitoba. J:--lis work included all phrases of production ma nagement including plant manager with three private companies. Mr. Davies also operated a consulting engineering business in the Niagara Peninsula where he was involved w ith design and in1plcmentation of quality control and production control system. Left to mourn arc his wife, Pat, five children and seven grandchildren. Memorial remembrances to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. l. Julian Duns ter, Professor, Natural Resources Ma nagement 2. 3. 1. 2. 3. Program, Simon Fraser University "What is community forestry?" The Honourable Bud Wildman, Minis ter of Natur.il Resources "Ontario government policy on community forestn;." Mary La Ronde, Stewardship Director, Tcme-Augama Anishnabai, Bear Island Indian Band "Community forestry by and for aboriginal people." SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 9:30 am Richard Baerg, Forestry Specialist, Natural Resources Division, Canadian International Development Agency " International aspects of community forestry." Mike Roy, Director, Centre for Forestry and Environmental Studies, Corner Brook, Newfoundland "The pitfalls of implementing community forestry programs." PANEL DISCUSSION AND WORKSHOPS For more infonnation, call 343-8511 January 1991 AGORA - - - - - - -- -- - - -- -- - - Page 3 �Jean Charman '74 lo '90 Registrar's Office William McCallum '69 lo '90 Educa tion Mr. l..ynn A. Barber Chancellor Paterson Library Mr. James C. Arnot Education Library ( Mr. Allan Mackenzie Instrumentation wb Mr. Gerry J-Jashiguchi /Jiology Professor Norman C. /Jonsor Economics Mrs. Mary Garbutt Chancellor l'alerson Library Or. Ian /-/oodless Chemistry Professor J. David Bales Education Professor Ronald A. Nelson Business Administration Professor John G. Coo/en Engineering Mr. Fred Anderson Security Dr. Gerardus Vervoorl tducalion Dr. f. Douslas Rabb Philosophy lProfessor Victor C. Smith History Professor Pe/er J. Rutherford £ducal ion \ - - !'resident and Vice-O1ancellor --· ~Dr. John L. Jamieson Psychology Congratulations 1990 Retirees and 20-y e ar Re c ipie nts Geoff Weller Vice-President (Academic) (Special 19112 year award) The complete list of retirees for 1990: Thomas Cheetham '69-90 Campus Development Norman Ginsburg '69-90 Psychology Tom Harris '70-90 Economics John Metcalf 70-90 Security Charles McNally 74-90 Security Jean Charman '69-90 Registrar's Office Som Naimpally 73-90 Ma thematical Sciences William McCalltm1 '69-90 Ed ucation Silverio De Sousa '67-90 Cam pus Development Ronnie Josefchuk 70-90 Accoun t's Office Lorraine Smith '69-90 Com pu ter Centre 20-year pin recipients not able to a ttend awards ceremony: Mrs. Gwen I lenry Geography Mr. John Metcalf Security Professor Donald J. Richardson Forestry Dr. Neil A. Weir Chemistry Professor Torn D. Harris Economics Dr. John I'. Ryder Biology Dr. Peter Mah Mathemiltical Sciences Mr. Clarence Johnson Chancellor Paterson Library Special thanks to Photographer Sharon Bjorklund �RESEARCH NEWS EDO NETWORK COORDINATOR MOVES TO LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY CAMPUS The Office of Research and Graduate Studies is pleased to announce the arrival of Ms. Karen Farrell, Coordinator of the Northwestern Ontario Development Network, to Lakehead University. The Network is a unique organization created and operating in Northwestern Ontario, involving economic development practiti~ners such as the Economic Development Offices, Busme~s Developme~t Centres, Community Futures ~omm1ttees and Native Economic Development organizations. With the assistance of the Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, the Network has enabled over 20 c<_>m~unities to take control of their own economic plannmg, m tum attracting investment and joint ventures to the reg!on. Many different types of businesses, locating in the :eg1on, have _also been assisted by the Network. Such mvestments mclude foreign and domestic organizations a~d v~ry from t~e s~rvicing o'. aircrafts, harvesting hay and wild nee, to_ selling m the retail and commercial sectors, manufactunng furniture or mining the resources of the area. The decision to locate the Network office on the university's campus was based on the realization that Lakehead University is ai: integral partner in the economic development of the region. The network saw the university as a valuable resource for accessing a pool of technical and research expertise, state-of-the-art technicaJ facilities and entrepreneurial programs such as Jnnovation North; the Centre of Entrepreneurship and the Small Business Consulting Service. The Lakehead University Computer Centre has also been instrumental in assisting the Network in developi~g their electronic communication system, as well as prov1d111g Network members with the required training support. O!, th? other hand, the university envisions the Network as ~emg mstrumental in providing the university access to reg10nal r~sources, which wil~ undoubtedly result in joint collaboration on research proiects, cooperative education opportunities, etc. Ka~en "~ould like to extend an invitation to all faculty at the un1vers1ty to drop by her office to find out more about the Network, or perhaps just to explore areas for joint collaboration. Karen is located in the Innovation North Office, CB4106, and can be at ext. 8149. AWARDS Dr. Peter Duinker, Chair in Forest Management and Policy, School of Forestry was recently awarded a grant by the Fund for Dispute Resolution to undertake a study entitled "Effectiveness of Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in Forest Resource Management in Ontario". As confilcts among resource users in the Ontario forest sector have become more frequent and bitter in recent decades, Or. Duinker states, that it is becoming increasingly _important ~or resource managers to develop means for effective prevention and resolution of conflicts among users of Onta~io's na_tura1 resourc~s- The o~jective of this study is to exan_une v~nous mechamsms for dispute prevention and resoluhon bemg proposed, developed, tested and used in forest-resources management today, and to compare and demonstrate the strengths, weaknesses, and applicability of each approach, thus helping rationalize the choices available to managers and resource users. CongratuJations, Dr. Duinker. Dr. Peter Lee, Department of Biology has been awarded a grant fr~m th~ Uni~ersitr Research Incentive Fund Program (URIF), m coniunction with private sector support from Mid Canada Rice Pool Limited and the AJber ta Wild Rice Grmvers Association, for a research project entitled "Computer-Based Analysis of Wild Rice Quality''. In the last decade, the wild rice industry has become very competitive in both Canada and the United States, The response in Canada has been to focus on the high quality of lake-grown wild rice. Dr. Lee proposes to develop a computerized grading system that can me~sure wild rice length, width, uniformity of colour, and moisture c?ntent accurately and quickly. The technology deveJ?ped ~111 undoubtedly provide wild rice growers the tools which will enable th7m to contin~e competing successfully in the marke~lace. This collaborative research is an example of how the pnvate secto: and the university can work together for each oth er's benefit and that of the economy of Ontario. CONTRACTS Dr. W.H. Carmean, School of Forestry, has been awarded a contract by the Ministry of Natural Resources to develop a "Site Quality Evaluation Manual for Northwestern Ontario", in close cooperation with the M.N.R.'s Technology Development Unit. The manual will summarize the research findings of Dr. Carmean's past and present graduate students and will complement the Forest Ecological Classification Program that has been develope_d for Northwestern Ontario. It is expected tha~ the manua( will be of interest to practising foresters, policy makers, mdustry and university researchers. �CANADIAN MICROELECTRONICS CORPORATION SUPPORTS ENGINEERING RESEARCH Prof. J. Coolcn, School of Electrical Engineering has been the Lakehead University Member Representative for the Canadian Microelectronics Corporation (CMC) Program since 1988. The CMC is a non-profit organization that provides a variety of services designed to enrich the environment for research in microelectronics in Canada. The corporation was established in 1984 and holds a major grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). The CMC has loaned both software and hardware to the Department of Electrical Engineering over the past two years to allow our researchers to design and test integrated circuits. Northern Telecom Electronics in Ottawa, fabricates the university-designed integrated circuits at no cost to the university. Prof. Coolen is to be commended for the vital role he plays in fostering microelectronics research at Lakehead University. RESEARCH ARTICLE RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION An article written by Dr. Ladislav Malek and lvona Kozieradzki, Department of Biology, has been chosen to be reviewed/summarized in the next issue of the internationally distributed journal, Rice Biotechnology Quarterly. The article "Translation of Heterologous mRNAs by Chloroplast Stroma Components" appeared in the journal Physio. Plant. 78:395-399. NEW RESEARCH DIRECTORY UPDATE The development of the new directory has begun. It's purpose is to not only to be a guide for internal use, but also to be used as a reference or "sales tool" when collaborative activities with other universities, government ministries and private sector groups are being initiated or involved. The Research Office has been active in seeking private sector, provincial and federal government funding for research and has been requested on numerous occasions to provide examples of research, research expertise and equipment/ facilities, undertaken and available here. This is an essential document that is in real need of updating and a face-lift. In this current economic climate where funds for research are becoming increasingly limited, we must promote ourselves in the most creative and competitive way possible. This is the vehicle to assist in achieving this. It is hoped that all faculty will share these concerns. LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY WELCOMES THE CENTRE FOR NORTHERN FOREST ECOSYSTEM RESEARCH (CNFER) On January 4, 1991, Lakehead University hosted a welcoming symposium for the new Centre and it's staff. This was an opportunity to meet and develop some connections further and enhance our links with the Ministry of Natural Resources. It was a successful meeting with promising outcomes. The Research Office wishes to thank all faculty who came out to welcome this group onto our campus and for participating in an informative session. Special appreciation is extended to those faculty and staff who took the time and effort to show the Centres' staff through your laboratories and other facilities. The Research Office will be continuing to maintain this linkage. If you wish to be updated on activities occurring within the CNFER, or wish the assistance of the Research Office to liaise with the staff of the Centres' units on your behalf, you are encouraged to contact this office at ext. 8939 or 8223. Page 2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY SEMINARS The Office of Research and Graduate Studies would like to take this opportunity to thank the following researchers for the outstanding presentations they gave as leaders in the seminar series: Dr. J. Jamieson, Department of Psychology "Why Anova is Obsolete" and Dr. T. Hazen berg, School of Forestry- "Regression". The informal discussions which have followed these presentations have proven to be thoughtprovoking. If you are a researcher who would like to participate in future interdisciplinary dialogue on both traditional research methodologies and new research practices, please plan on attending these upcoming seminars: "Grounded Theory" - Prof. J. DeCangas, School of Nursing and Prof. 8. Rush, School of Business (Januilry 30, 1991 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Faculty Lounge). This seminar will explore the main tenants of grounded theory. The pros and cons of this conceptual framework will be analyzed and its applications to research problems considered. Practical examples of application to research questions and design will be presented." "Chaos and Non-Linear Dynamics in Human Performance" Dr. D. Weeks, School of Physical Education (February 28, 1991 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the raculty Lounge). To date, most applications of chaos theory have been in the physical sciences. However, recent applications have included a number of physiological aspects of biological systems. As a consequence there has been a resurgence in efforts to address human motion in terms of general non-linear dynamics. Discussion will be centred around the successes and failures of a unified theory of human action based on non-linenr processes." "Fissures in the Positivistic Approach" - Dr. D.M. 13nrry, Department of Electrical Engineering; Dr. M. McPherson, School of Physical Education; Prof. K. Allan, Deparh11ent of Psychology and Dr. E. Epp, Department of History (March 26, 1991 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Faculty Lounge). A panel format will be used to explore some of the limitations of the logical positivistic perspective that has dominated socinl science research during the twentieth century. Questions will be raised as to whether the overemphasis on this perspective has limited social science research. In other words, have social scientists let the methodology dictate the questions thnt are researched. Examples will be given illustrating both appropriate and inappropriate uses of the methodology depending on the nature of the research question. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES The Japan Science and Tcclmology flmd The Japan Science and Technology Fund (JSTF) was introduced as an integral part of the Canadian Government's new "Going Global" strategy announced in 1989, to strengthen Canada's position in a rapidly changing international economy. At present, the level of Canadian research collaboration with Japan docs not fully reflect either Japan's technological capabilities or its importance to Canada as a trade partner. The JSTF is jointly managed by External Affairs and International Trade Canada (EAlTC) and Industry, Science and Technology Canada (ISTC) and delivered in collaboration with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). The fund supports activity across the research spectrum - from basic science in universities to high-risk commercial development in industry. Eligible activities include: 1) Research visits of up to four weeks (by individual researchers) to Japanese institutions or companies; 2) Research exchanges where Canadian researchers work in Japanese p rivate-sector, university or government research facilities, for 6 - 18 months; 3) the Canadian component of - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- RESEARCH NEWS - - - - - - - - -- -- January 1991 �new or expanded bilateral research and development projects; 4) Japanese language training for Canadian researchers with confirmed exchanges/long-term visits (min. 6 months) and principal researchers in JSTF-funded collaborative projects; and 5) Infrastructure support for Canadian research associations such as workshops for the dissemination of researd1 results and knowledge gained of Japanese researdi activities. To receive support, eligible activities must be part of a larger, ongoing, strategically directed set of activities. In the case of basic and applied researdl, the proposed project would relate to a departmental or institutional research plan. Proposals are accepted at any time and applications arc reviewed approximately every two to three months. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AGENCY (STA), GOVERNMENT OF JAPAN and NSERC Japanese Science and Techn ology Agen cy Fellowships The Science and Technology Agency (ST A) established the STA Fellowship in order to offer promising young researchers from overseas the chance to engage in research at Japan's na tionnl laboratories (excluding university and universityaffiliated laboratories), and at some non-profit R&D institutes. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada is the Canadian organization responsible for publicizing the STA Fellowships program and for selecting Canadian nominees for these awards. Final selection of fellows is made in Japan. Applicants from Canada must be Canadian citizens, or permanent residents who are currently living in Canada. They must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field or expect to have completed all requirements for such a degree at U1c time of nomination. Starting dates for tenure of fellowships arc subject to negotiation with the host laboratory. It is very important to get in touch with the proposed host laboratory in Japan as soon as p ossible. An invitation from the laboratory is an essential requirement for an applicant to be nominated . It is recommended that applications reach NSERC about 6 months before the intended starting date. HEALTH AND WELFARE CANADA Nation al Wel fare Grants All faculty are reminded that major changes have been made to the National Welfare Grants program of Health and Welfare Canada. Specific areas of high priority will now be identified and initial letters of intent solicited. These will be reviewed for relevance to the p riority area specifically and the program generally. Selected applicants will then be invited to submit a detailed proposal. The initial priority areas identified are: 1. Critical issues and trends affecting social policy and service delivery. 2. Social service issues affecting recent immigrants and refugees. 3. Community economic development. 4. Social service issues affecting aboriginal people. 5. Child and family poverty. The deadline for submitting letters of intent for the first three priorities is January 18, 1991. A separate call for letters of intent will take place for the last two priority areas sometime in February 1991. CANADIAN-SCANDINAVIAN FOUNDATION Scholarships and G rants for Studies and Research in Scandinavia The Canadian-Scandinavian Foundation invites applications for studies and research in Scandinavian countries for January 1991 the 1991-92 academic year. Applications are available at the Office of Rcseardl and must reach the Foundation not later than January 31, 1991. The 1991 Swedish lnstitute Scholarships ($5,000) - For qualified Canadian student/researcher wishing to pursue academic studies or independent research for a period of three to eight months in Sweden. The CSF Special Purpose Grants ($500 - $800) - Provides partial financial support for applicants planning a shorter study/research visit to Scandinavia. The Finnair Travel Grant offers cost-free air travel from Montreal/Toronto/Finland for a person planning a study/ research stay in Finland during a period some time in the Fall of 1991, or the Winter of 1992. NORANDA/BRADFIELD Graduate Fellowship Program The purpose of the Noranda/Bradficld Graduate Fellowship program is to promote and encourage research collaboration between Canadian universities and companies in or associated with the Noranda Group. In 1991, up to seven fellowships valued at $15,500 are available to full-time students in graduate programs leading toward a Masters or a Doctoral degree working in the natural and applied sciences, mailiematics, economics, business and commerce. Applications, including renewals, should be submitted by M arch 1, 1991. For further infom1ation, please contact Kris Delorey at the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. SECOND ANNUAL GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE Call for Pap ers The Second Annual Lakchead University Graduate Student Conference will be held on Friday, March 15, 1991.Graduate Students are asked to submit abstracts of thesis and research projects to Kris Delorey, Office of Research and Graduate Studies by January 7, 1991. This year's theme is open to all areas of researcl1. RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS (Available at the Office of Research) NSERC - Lis t of Sch olarships and Grants in Aid of Research 1989-1990 Contains a list of all _grants and scholarships awarded by NSERC for 1989-90 and those awards administered by NSERC on behalf of oilier agencies. NSERC - Grants and Scholarships Statis tical Rep ort 19891990 Presents a detailed breakdown of NSERC expenditures by program and university/organization. The report is divided into the following five sections: Program Totals, Research Base, Sdiolarships and lnternational, Targeted Research and Networks of Cen tres of Excellence. Brief summaries of the major program categories are also provided. NSERC - Report of the Ad Hoc Committee on Research Computation Examines the question of provision and utilization of computational equipment and faci lities within the Canadian research environment. - - - - - - -- - - - - RESEARCH NEWS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 3 �UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES QUICK REFERENCE Research Opportunities Barton A wards - February 1, 1991 The Canadian-Scandinavian Foundation; Scholarships and Grants for Studies and Research in Scandinavia - January 31, 1991. Canadian Cancer Society's Stephen Fonyo Fellowship Award - anytime, but 2 months prior to when trajning begins. Canadian Department of Communications; International Cooperation Assis tance fund on New Information Technologies - Open Canadian Ins titute for N ordic Studies Graduate Scholarship - January 31, 1991 CIDA Awards for Professionals (duration up to six months) - January 31, 1991 CIDA International D evelopment Research Centre (IDRC) - Open, allow 3 months for a full response. Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/ Bursaries - January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1 Energy, Mines and Resources; Environmental Studies Revolving Funds - Open Health and Welfare Canada; National Health Research and Development Program (N HRDP) - deadline postponed to June 1, 1991 Health and Welfare Canada; National Welfare Grants Special Competition: 1) Social service issues affecting aboriginal people and 2) Child and family p overty - February 1991 call for letters of intent. Heritage Canada Foundation Awards Program - June 1, 1991 Japanese Science and Technology Agency Fellowships STA/NSERC - Open, but allow 6 m onths for processing The Japan Science and Technology Fund - EAITC/JSTC/ NSERC - Open, but allow 3 m onths for processing. Laidlaw Scholar Program - Open Lakehead University Senate Research Funds; NSERC and SSHRC General Research Grants Competition - March 10, 1991 National Geographic Society; Research Grants - Open North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) - Advanced Research Workshops - Open National Science Foundation (NSF) - Open, but must allow 6 months for review and processing. Northern Ontario Heritage Fund - Open NSERC/Environment Canada - St. Lawrence Centre Partners hips Program - February 1, 1991 NSERC Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships - January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15 NSERC International Collaborative Research Grants - March 1, 1991 NSERC International Scientific Exchange A wards - March 1, 1991 NSERC Scientific Publications - April 15, 1991 NSERC Workshops and Seminars - Open Pag e 4 - - - - -- -- -- - - -- - Ontario Ministry of Health; Research Projects Program, Health Care Systems Research - May 1, 1991, Feasibility/ Formulation Studies - Open, Information - May 1, 1991, Workshop/Conferences - Open Ontario Ministry of Health - Ontario Nursing Innovation Fund, Group projects - January 1, May 1, and September 1; Professional Development for RNs and RN As - Open Ontario Ministry of Transportation; Highway Safety Research Grant Program - January 31, 1991 Social Science Federation of Canada - Aid to Sd10larly Publications Program - Open Sport Canada; Applied Sport Research Program - February 15, 1991 SSHRC Special Awards: Queen's Fellowships, Canadian Law Scholarship Foundation, SSHRC Legal Research Scholarship, Doctoral Fellowships in Management Studies -Open University Research Incentive fund (URIF) - January 31, May 31, October 15 World Wildlife Toxicology Fund - Open World Wildlife Endangered Species Recovery Fund -January 1, April 1, July l, October 1 Graduate Scholarships and Research Opportunities CIDA Awards for Canadians (duration up to 2 years) - February 12, 1991 Noranda/Bradfield; Graduate Fellowship Program - March 1, 1991 Second Annual Graduate Student Conference - March 15, 1991 Wildlife Habitat Canada - Graduate Scholarships - March 1, 1991 The Office of Research and Graduate Studies, in conjunction with the Office of £nfom1ation Services, is asking all facul ty to sh are with us interesting research stories to feature in the RESEARCH NEWS. We would like to hear from you if you are currently involved in innovative research, have attended an interesting conference, are collaborating with industry or the com munity or if you would just would like to profile your research expertise. RESEARCH NEWS enjoys an audience of approximately 2000 and can be a valuable vehicle for communica ting your research endeavours to the comm unity at large. For information and application forms on any of the above research programs, p lease call Anne Fiorenza at ext. 8223 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. For informa tion and application forms for any of the Special Projects/Programs that Connie Hartviksen is managing, please call her new exten sion #8939 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. For information about Foundations, please call Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at ext. 8910 or drop by the Alumni House. RESEARCH NEWS - - - - - - - -- - - - January 199 1 �New Faces .______L _i_l_li_a_n_H_o_f_fm _ a_n_ _ __.l --'_ _ _ _J_a_n_e_T_a_y_l_o_r_ _ _ _ __J] Professor Lillian Hoffman has joined the Sd1ool of Nursing and te<1ches advanced nursing courses to 4th year students. Originally from Saskatchewan, Hoffman received both her Bachelor of Nursing and her Masters of Science (Physiology) degrees from the University of Saskatchewan. She has a Masters of Nursing degree from New York State University at Buffalo and is a cardio-pulmonary clinical specialist. Although the major part of her career has been spent in the United States, Hoffman began her teaching career in the 70's at Lakchead University's Sd,ool of Nursing. Following that, she worked at the Johns Hopkins Smgical Intensive Care Unit in Baltimore, Maryland and taught for 13 years at Syracuse University's School of Nursing. She also worked in the Surgical and Trauma lntensivc Care Unit in Washington at D.C. General Hospital. " It was very different there from other work I had done - dramatic - a lot of gunshot and stab wounds". Hoffman's research includes "working on the basic knowledge of nursing students regarding the concepts considered essential for critical care". She is 1,vorking toward accredita tion in Critical Care Nursing. Dianne Edmond Dianne Edmond is the new secretary in the office of the Chief Librarinn . Edmond worked at the uni vcrsity library in the early 1980's and recently worked for Canadian Pacific Forest Products. Edmond is from Northwestern Ontario and has lived in Thunder Bay for the past 10 years. She is a very active person and says "sometimes I feel I come to work between all my other activities". Edmond enjoys working out and is a dedicated body builder. She hopes to enter competitions in the near future. With winter approaching she looks fonvard to cross-country skiing as well. She is very interested in the health care field and teaches a backcare program to chiropratic patients. Presently Edmond is taking "Wellness Promotion courses" at Confederation College in addition to a University of Waterloo correspondence course. 1n the past spring/summer term she took four courses a t Lakehead University. She hopes to use the credits towards a Bad1elor of Applied Health Sciences degree. CALLING ALL CURLERS The Lakehead U niversity Alumni Mixed Bonspiel is set for Friday, February 1, 6:00 pm to 1:00 am, at the Kakabcka Curling Club. Tickets are $17 per person or $65 per team. Beef on a bun will be served and a cash bar is available. For further infom1ation call Alumni House at ext. 8155. Registration deadline is Jan uar y 25. Come out, spin a couple of rocks and show your stuff! January 1991 Dr. Jane Taylor has recently joined the School of Physical Education and Athletics. The Agora caught Dr. Taylor for an interview just before she left for Indonesia and Christmas vacation. Dr. Taylor's husband is presently stationed in Jakarta as a CIDA advisor for spatial planning, a project out of Dalhousie University. One of Taylor's two daughters is on a scholarship to the United World College in Singapore and '------------'the other attends University of Toronto. All met in Indonesia for a very different Christmas celebration. Dr. Taylor came to LU from Edmonton where she owned a consulting business and was a professor at the University of Alberta. She holds a Honours Bad1elor of Arts degree in Physical Education from the University of Western Ontario and MSc and PhD degrees from the University of Alberta. Before obtaining her graduate degrees, Taylor taught high school. At LU Dr. Taylor teaches "adapted Physical Education". Her main research is conducted with children with learning disabilities. "I started the first clinical program for physically awkward children and 1 want to start one here. It's a teaching/in structional program. I'm working in a new area right now - assessing children at risk between 3 and 4 years old". Dr. Taylor keeps fit by running and crosscountry skiing. Gary Langen Gary Langen is a new addition in Campus Development. Langen worked 10 years for Richardson Terminals. Hired as a millwright, Langen does building maintenance as well and likes the diversity of the work at LU. "I enjoy the change. The work at the elevators was a troubleshooting game whereas here it focuses on a more constructive aspect". Langen is happy not to be working shift work anymore and looks forward ~ - - - - - - - - ~ to more free time with his family. "Finally I can spend evenings at home and help out my wife a bit". Langen's hobbies include golfing and fishing. He shares a family cottage and fishing camp and is in the process of building his own. More than a few weekends arc spent doing house renovations for other people. "J enjoy being busy. There arc not enough hours in the day for the things I'd like to do". ART IN EDUCATION If winter's getting to you, change the scenery. Walk over to the Bora Laskin Building on your noon hour an d enjoy the amazing ar twork on display in the halls. Rita Ir win has created a wonderful environmen t in which to study art in education. AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Page 5 �People, Papers/Publications Special Projects/Awards Dr. I. Nirdosh, Professor of C hemical Engineering, has published "Na rural Convcchon Mass Transfer at an Enclosure Between Two Horizontal Discs," in Chemical Engineering Communications. Dr. G. H. Scdahmcd of Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt, is the ;;;:S;::;-°if'=;," co-au thor of the paper. Dr. B. I. Kronberg, Geology, presented a paper on "Response of Major North American Ecosystems to Global Change: A Biogeochcmical Perspective", at a recent meeting in La Serena, Chile on "Earth System Response to Global Change: Northern and Southern Hemisphere Contrasts". The latter is the title of a new injtiativc in Earth System Science being sponsored . . by the global change committees of Canada, Chile and Umted States. Dr. Kronberg is the Canadian representative to the organizing committee for this initiative. Following the_ . meeting Dr. Kronberg was invited to lecture at the Umvers1dad de San Luis in Argentina. Dr. Jane Crossman, Associate Professor of Physical Education presented a paper entitled "The 1980 Olympic Boycott: The Affected Athletes' Perception" at the North American Society for the Sociology of Sport Annual conference, Denver, Colorado, November 7-11. The study was coresearched by Dr. Ron Lappagc of the same School. Dr. U. S. Panu, Civil Engineering, had the following papers published in journals: "Numerical Modelling of Pressure Reducing Valves in Water Distribution Network Systems". Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, Vol. 17, No. 4,; U.S. Panu and M. Oosterveld (1990) "Pre-Feasibility Technical lnvestigations of the Cost of Water Transfer From Lake Superior to U.S. High plains Region". Canadian Water Resources Journal, Vol. 15, No. 3; J17; G. Hazen berg, and U.S. Panu (1990) "Analysis of Flow into Draintile in Three-Dimensional Flow Field", paper in printing in the Journal of Hydrology; U.S. Panu and G. Hazen berg, "Theoretical Analysis of Flow Rate into Perforated Draintubes", paper in p rinting in the Journal of Water Resources Research. Dr. Panu had the following papers published in conference proceedings: T. Kojiri, S. lkebuchi, T.E. Unny, and U.S. Panu (1990), "Knowledge-Based System Approach to Reservoir Operations in Water Resources Systems Applications", the proceedings of the_Tnt~rnational Symposium on Water Resource Systems Application; U.S. Panu, and P.R. Peterson (1990), "Runoff Hydrographs by the Hexagon Grid Method", p roceedings of the Annual Conference of the CSCE, Vo] . V; J. Galloway, and U.S. Panu (1990), 1 Page 6 "Low flow Frequency Analysis of Streams in Northwest Ontario", proceed ings of the Annual Conference of the CSCE, Vol. V; T. Kojiri, U.S. Panu, U.S., and T.E. Unny (1990), "Expert Reservoir Operations Including Preliminary Controls", IA HS Publications. CONFERENCE AND CALL FOR PAPERS The 11th Annual Conference of the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education will take place June 15-1 8, 1991 at Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia. The STLHE invites proposals for interactive presentations on devloping teaching and learning in post-secondary education. Submissions arc welcomed from faculty, instructionc1l developers and those interested in the advancement and enhancement of higher education. For more information or to register contact: STLHE Conference c/o Office of lnsh·uctional Develo pment and Technology Dalhousie Univcrsi ty Halifax, Nova Scotia 1331-1 3J5 Tel: (902) 494-1622, Fax: (902) 494-2319 Dr. R.H. Mitchell, Professor of Geology, recently presented four lectures as part of the Mineralogical Association of Canada's Visiting Lecturer Program. The topic of the lecture was "Primary Diamond Deposits" and was presented at the Universities of Toronto, Waterloo, McMaster and Brock. Dr.s Brian Lorch and Brian Phillips, Geography; Dr. Larry Knopp, University of Minnesota-Duluth c1nd 14 senior Geography students particpated in a cultural and academic exd1angc in the late FaU . LU students spent two dc1ys in Duluth studying the city's waterfront and planning projects and residential development in different historical periods. Their UMD counterparts travelled to Thunder Bay with the LU students where they looked at aspects of the local physirnl environment and residential and commercial development. The exchange provided an opportunity for students to compare and conh·ast tJ1c two cities. Dr. Joe Stewart, Anthropology, and Dr. Phil Fr,1lick, Geology, and fellow researchers Ron Hancock, Jane Kelley and Elizabeth Garrett, had their many years of data collection and research published in the journal of Archaeological Scie11cc, 1990, 17, pp. 601-625. The article is entitled "Petrographic Analysis and JNAA GeochemistTy of Prehisoric Ceramics from Robinson Pueblo, New Mexico". Other members of Lakehead University involved with this extensive rescc1rch paper were Steve Kissi.n (supervision of an exploratory student project), Cindy Lamontagne (entering and revising the typing of the manuscript) and Sam Spivak (table and figure drafts). AGORA - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - January 1991 �akeherul Univen~it OPERATING ehead University 85 FACUL1/ Budget 1 42 1965 by Katherine Shedden ~I . 19 6 4 1 Last Writes 1957 c:::39 78,200 31 1141 -■ 1957 1961 IG64 196~ 1966 Call it karma. A fact sheer highlighting Lakehcad University's economic impact on the City of Thunder Bay landed on my desk the same day that I decided to return Linda Phillip's 1967 "Desk Diary". Possessing a weakness for nostalgia, r scanned the 28year old booklet again. TI1c charts seemed to have greater significance in light of the fac t sheet. In 1966, President Tamblyn and his finance boss, David Morgan, together with the Board of Governors, had a big fiscal responsibility. They managed the univcrsi ty's 2 1 /2 mi Uion dollar operating budget. Try S57.9 million: the university's total opcrati.ng expenditures for 1989/90 (induding operations, capital and research). Fascinated with the term "multiplier of 2.5 x operating expense", especially since whatever it was totalled S145 million, J quickly caUcd the Finance Department. A concise and understandable reply was forthcoming: every dollar generated by the university has an economic impact on the city of S2.50. When a building goes up, or we conlTact for goods or services, the city and its residents benefit. Okay, this really is big business. Lakchcad University is also a major employer with 647 full-time employees and a total of 1,600 full and part-time employees. As we honour 20-ycar pin recipients each year, I'm astounded by the number of long-serving employees. I didn't have to call Accounts to figure out that multiplier: 29 x 20 = 589 years of service to this university! Did you know there's an employee on campus who started work on Monday, June 19, 1961? 1 hope someo ne has thought about the 30ycar bar awards. Those seven brave souls who held the fort in 1957, which was then Lakehead Tedrnical institute, have swollen their ranks to more than 250 full-time professors, with an additional 50 - 100 scssional lecturers. Notice the "university's phenomenal growth" in 1965-66, the year Lakchcad beaomc a degree-granting institution. Enrolment figures arc a hot topic at all the universities. Grants arc based on enrolment, but also vary according to the programs students choose. Good enrolments are critical but university adminis!Tators arc ever-watch fu l about the numbers game - when do you have too many students? The current studen t enrolment ,it LU is 6,358 including 4,250 fu lltime students. It is estimated that these students from outside the local area bring (and spend) 19.4 million dollars per year. That figure is based on 3,242 students spending an average of S6,000. The university dispenses $.426 million in assistance to students through scholarships, bursaries and awards. Other January 1991 facts: research assistance for 1989 /90 was at S3.9 million, money last year to the Gty in lieu of taxes - $.279 million. Now try $84.5 million. As of April 30, 1990, that was the total 1989/90 accumulated capital expenditures, including buildings, land and parking, equipment and books. Our much-needed building boom includes the Student Centre, Regional Education CenlTe, CenlTe for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research, townhouse residences, additional parking lots and the Medical Residency Building. The replacement cost is an estimated S161 million. Geoff Weller, arc you ready for all this? Grads Correspond Dr. Roschart, Namastc from Nepal! r thought you might like to get a card from me while l'm on my p lacement. l've been in Nepal for 1 month now and so far things arc going very wcll. l spent the first week in Kathmandu taking Nepali language classes. Now I am living and working in a Tibetan Refugee camp outside of Pokhara, which is 200 km N.W. of Kathmandu. There's a terrific view of the mountains here! l work at the Health Care CenlTe in the refugee camp. It's a small clinic, only 2 rooms and has limited supplies and equ ipmen t bu t the nursing work is fascinating and rewarding. I work 6 days a week with one other nurse and one assistant (no Doctor). Many of our patients are babies and young children who arc brought to the clinic with diarrhea and/or skin problems, caused by poor hygiene and sanitation. When my language skills get better I'd like to get some small groups of people together so they can discuss their concerns about health and I can do some teaching! (hygiene, nutrition, prevention, breast feeding etc.). I have been asked to go to Kathmandu for two weeks in November to help teach a refresher nursing course. fni tially I felt some anxiety over this proposal, but the people seem to think 1 am very well qualified, so I agreed. I think it will be a learning experience for me also! Any way, J just wanted to say thanks for your substantial donation, and to let you know that the money is being well spent! Kristen Ecclestone L.U. Nursing Grad '88 Anthropology/ Psychology'90 AGORA - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - -- Page 7 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call Lynn Gollat at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the January Agora is January 15, 1991. THE CHANCELLO R PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS REGULAR HOURS RESUME Monday -Thursday: 8 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m . Saturday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES 1990-91 Recital Hall, Cornwall School 210 S. Algoma St. Tuesdays at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted. January 15 Magnus De Verdier, violin; Heather Morrison, piano FREE January 29 Valerie Patton, soprano; George Holbom, bass; Heather Morrison, piano FREE February 5 Victor Schultz, violin; Erica Schultz, piano $3 February 12 Penelope Clarke, flute; Joy Fahrenbruck, piano FREE February 25 Master Class with Philip Dent Candelaria guitar FREE February 26 Philip Dent Candelaria, guitar $3 1990/91 V ARSllY HOME SCHEDULE C.J. SANDERS FIELDHOUSE January 11/12 - Gord Garvie Memorial Wres tling Festival January 18/19 - Basketball Doubleheader vs Windsor Women: 6:30pm Men: 8:30pm January 25/26 Women's Volleyball vs Waterloo 7:30pm THUNDER BAY ART GALLERY Phone 577-6427 Nov. 30 - Jan. 13, 1991 - Jn The Steps Of Our Ancestors Dec. 14 - Jan. 13, 1991 - Birds Of Prey JANUARY WEDNESDAY, 16 Final date for registration, changes and additions to second term half-courses except Distance Education (Dec.7) FRIDAY, 18 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: Prof. Rosemary Sulli van Topic: "The Art of Biography" 2 p.m. Ryan Building, 1023 MONDAY, 18 SENATE MEETING 2:30 PM MONDAY, 28 Speaker: Dr. Kim Fcdderson Topic: "Eroticism, Art and Morality: Samuel Daniel's Delia and The Complaint of Rosamond 7:30 p.m. Ryan Building 1022 I FEBRUARY MONDAY, 4 First Day of Classes for February Session JANUARY 24-FEBRUARY 2 NATIONAL FILM BOARD OFCANADA and the Thunder Bay Art Gallery present a Festival of Feminis t films at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery all films begin at 8 p.m. Friday, January 11 FIVE FEMlNST MINUTES Friday, February 8 · THE FAM INE WITHIN . Friday, March 8 SANDRA'S GARDEN Friday, April 12 • FIREWORDS . FRAGMENTS OF A CONVERSATION ON LANGUAGE Friday, May 24 · PLA YJJ'\IG FOR KEEPS . · NOWAY! NOT ME · Friday, June 14 AFRICAN MARKET WOMEN W INTER CARNlVAL TUESDAY,5 RESONANT REFLECTIONS A local period instrument ensemble presents "From the Hunt to the Concert Hall" The evolution of the natural horn, featuring Derck Conrod, assisted by Heather Morrison - harpsichord, piano Peter Shackleton - recorder Heather Carruthers - baroque bassoon Felicia Urbanski - baroque violin Music from Telemann to Rossini February 5, 1991; 8 p.m. St.Thomas Anglican Church Final date for registra tion, changes and additions for February Session Full Courses FRIDAY, 8 Final date for refunds on withdrawals (except February session) Final date for withdrawal from fullcourses and secondterm half-courses without academic penalty. THURSDAY, 14 BOARD OF GOVERNORS 4 PM Agorl\ The AGOR/\ is produced by tl1e Information Office, Depa rlmenl of External Relations, La kehead University, 111Undl'r Bav, On tario. It is published monthly (except August), and is distributed free of charge lo the University's faculty and staff, local governmen t, media, business and friends of the Universi ty. Credit is appreciated wh en materia l is reproduced or quoted. Director of External Rela tions: John Russell, Editor: Katherine Shedden A~sistan t: Denise Bruley Gi lendar: Flo Sherren Photography: Peter l'una Graphics: Ben Kaminski, Linda Siczkar Assistants: Rid1ard Tiihonen. Ian Ritchie Pr! nting: Rainbow Address correspondence to: Ed itor/ Agora Informa tion Office SN1002 Lakehead Un iversity Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P713 SEl (807) 343-8631 or 343-8300 FAX 807-343-8192 ., ~BR ~§c Q) .~ Q) !r.u!r. E~ u ~ Q. 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