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Title A name given to the resource Nor'Wester Magazine Winter 1986 Vol.3 No.1 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Nor'Wester contains a President's Perspective, an article by Tom Miller, and Alumni updates. 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 1986 Alumni Alumni Annual Fund Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Dr. Rosehart Lakehead Lakehead University Nor'Wester Nor'Wester Magazine President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/8/1307/Nor_Wester_Magazine_Winter_1987_Vol.4_No.1.pdf 11c9b84bf90f4e98e33a5ebf07fb3378 PDF Text Text ������������� 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 Nor'Wester Magazine Winter 1987 Vol.4 No.1 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Nor'Wester contains an article announcement on Bernard Weiler becoming Chancellor, a President's Perspective, and an overview of LU's Biology Department. On the front cover: Laurie Henderson (HBOR ’85, BSC ’85), Dana Pilling (HBOR ’85, BA ’85) and Eric Cline (HBOR ’85, BA 25, BEd ’87). 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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 1988 1988 Alumni Alumni Annual Fund Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Alzheimer's Lakehead Lakehead University Lynn McLeod Nor'Wester Nor'Wester Magazine President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/34b5956abbbdc76e39dcbbedefbbb639.pdf 2a32d86de646587655d9162a8a021878 PDF Text Text Inside: University employees do it! ... .... ....... .....2 ,. L -'etrone awarded Order of Ontario ........... .. ... 3 Student Forum . . . . . . . . 10 Research .. . . .. Blue Pages Born before 1945 ?.......11 Lakehead '.".."' University _AgOrl\ THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO VOL. 9. NO.3 APRIL 1992 WHAT'S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS? Just about everything Depending on the day, you might catch Chancellor Lois Wilson being fitted by Norm Galloway for the Convocation chair, roll in the snow with the Finnish exchange students after a nice sauna (they could not, however, talk campus visitor Arthur Black into it), join the crowd in the Agora to hear Ed Broadbent talk about human rights or admire the beautiful Krista Margaret, daughter of Nancy and Frank Luckai, School of Forestry. As one student put it, "we may be small and far north but this is one great campus!" �1992, the results of the voluntary program were announced to the university campus. The program had achieved its desired objective with approximately 65% of the faculty and _) 80% of the support staff voluntarily participating. Management (including the President with a pay freeze) all participated in the program. This approach is not easy but at this stage of our budget deliberations, we can say we are not looking at layoffs and we will be able to retain our current service levels for next year. This program worked at Lakehead due to a lot of hard work on the part of our employees and their leadership. The result is a true commitment to the future development of the institution. Very special thanks to every member of the Labour Management Team: Bob Rosehart has been in some tough budget meetings the last two months but he learned LUFA I & LUFA J1 ~John Griffith the hard way that "BIG Brother Don" is watching his (and the entire University's) utility OPEIU - Norma Gibson bill through the fancy new computers. At the "Po-wcr walk" news conference to announce IUOE - Bill Hepditch big savings in the utliity area, tDon Andrews, Operations Manager, was giving the Frank Presenger President a wee computer lesson when he proudly announced, "Perfect, you just turned off SElU - Jack Drewes the heat in your office!" Schedule 1- John Bonofiglio 1992/93 Budget Planning - Working of the signed agreement and hence this Schedule TI - Dave Christie option was not considered. Three Together Technicians - Lynn Hau ta approaches have been worked on In late January the Ontario GovernCGA (Guards) - Dave Mueller simultaneously, voluntary human ment announced to the Ontario UniverCUEW - Dave Achtenberg resources savings, cost cutting and sity system very low levels of transfer As I write this our 92/93 Budget has income generation. The total predicted still to face Senate and the Board of payments for the next 3 years, 1% - 2% short fall next year was approximately and 2%. These levels result from the Governors later this month, but the $1 million and, of this, it was targeted to backbone of the fiscal problem has be( combined impact of the current ecoobtain 750K from the human resource nomic recession and the growth restricbroken. The voluntary program this envelope. In perspective, this represents year is not to be repeated in the future. tions placed by the Federal Government approximately 2% of LU's operating on federal transfers to the province. In It is our novel approach to deal with budget. A program of voluntary announcing the grants both the Minister this years crisis. Our regular budget vacations (1 week suggested) for support and academic planning processes will of Colleges & Universities, Richard staff and formal financial donations Allen and the Treasurer, Floyd now have time to deal with our long (recommended at 3%) for these with Laughren knew the terrible time that the term directions, however the course has settlements into 92/93 was conceptual- been charted, commitment to our transfer agencies would have in order to ized and debated on campus and within human resources, program quality and adjust their operations to this level of the Labour/Management Committee funding. The government also preaccessibility. and the faculty association. Initially, sented the Universities with a challenge after some simplistic appeal in terms of Pay Equity to work together with their various At long last (April 6, 1992) the Pay the objective of no layoffs, many doubts employee groups to come up with were raised about the program. Is it fair, Equity grants for the year ending March creative solu tions which in terms of the some would get a free ride, why not just 31, 1992 were announced. LU received universities would strive to protect shut down for a week, etc. However, as approximately 113K which was less quality and minimize layoffs. For than· our initial estimated commitment time went on, the leadership of the Lakehead the challenge was further by government of 200K but more than various unions and employee groups complicated by the number of orgabegan to further minimize the concerns our recent pessimistic estimates. It is a nized employee groups present on and on April 1, 1992, the "Declaration of shame that this program was so long campus, 6 unions plus CUEW and 3 delayed. In recent months, the slowness Intention" was signed. This document employee associations. As well, the as you can see was very much along the of the government process has become a faculty and librarians had in place for sore point which unfortunately reflected directions of the message given to the 1992/93 the third year of a previously on the program itself. universities by the government. At this negotiated contract. stage, it was still a conceptual academic Call of the North Over the past seven weeks, the model as the voluntary approach was Labour /Management Committee, the Bill Morrison, Director, Centre for yet untested. Next a formal sign up Task Force on Funding and the Senate Northern Studies is pulling up stakes period was established, ending on April Research Committee have struggled after two years to go further north to 9, 1992. By this time, two of the major with the 1992/93 Budget challenge. become the founding Dean of Gradua support staff unions (OPEIU and SEilJ) Very early on it was concluded that it Studies and Research at the University had voted formally that participation would not be appropriate to ask the of Northern British Columbia (stolen by would be 100%. On Friday, April 10, faculty association for a formal opening G. Weller). Page 2 AGORA Aprll 1992 �Around Campus Petrone A warded the Order of Ontario Dr.Penny Petrone, Professor Emeritus from the School of Education is among 20 people who will be awarded the prestigious Order of Ontario this year. She will receive the award on April 28 at a special ceremony at the Ontario legislature hosted by Lt. Gov. Hal Jackman. In 1977 Petrone became the first fulltime professor at the School of Education. She became interested in native literature when asked to teach in the nati vc teacher education program. She has written three books on native literature, the most recent one published in 1990 titled Native Literature in Canada. Petrone is in good company. Others receiving the Order that evening include author Pierre Berton, jazz musician Oscar Peterson and former Lieutenan t Governor Lincoln c xander. Lakehead University Juried Student Exhibition This year marks the 15th Anniversary of the Lakchead University Juried Student Exhibition at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. The continuing partnership of the Department of visual Arts and the Gallery has provided the viewing audience with many exhibitions, as well as offering the students an opportunity to participate in the jury process and to exhibit their best work. A limitless variety of painting, drawing, clayworks, sculpture, and all manner of prints from silkscreens to linocuts lend excitement to these exhibitions. Many of the participants and award winners have continued to exhibit their work in the community and beyond as successful professional artists. The exhibition runs from March 19 to April 19. N ot Looking Forward to Figuring Your Income Tax? Lakehead University has a site licence for GriffTax. This is a Macintosh program for producing Revenue Canada forms . GriffTax displays the forms on the screen. You fill in the blanks, and the Mac docs the computations. When you are done entering the numbers, just print: GriffTax makes forms Revenue Canada accepts (when photocopied on blue paper). The cost to individuals to use the program will be between $20 and $40 dollars, depending on how many people sign up. Contact Colin Graham (Math Sciences, 8798) for more information. Contribution to Teaching Awards The Senate Committee on Teaching and Leaming has named the following individuals as recipients of the Contributions to Teaching Awards for 1991 /92: Dr. R. Freitag Biolog,J Professor P. Wakewicl1 Women's Studies Professor A. Nalrnrra Languages Ski For Hope A Success Volunteers from the Canadian National Institute for the Blind and the Alumni Association of Lakehead University joined forces to stage the first annual Ski For Hope event at Big Thunder National Ski Training Centre in I February. The event raised over $5000 for the two organizations thanks to the efforts of over 100 volunteers, donors and particiapnts. Individuals who raised a minimum of $50.00 in donations enjoyed a day of skiing (cross-country or downhill). There was also complimentary food, bus transportation and a chance to win prizes including a ski trip for two to Banff, Alta. Funds raised from Ski For Hope are being used by the CNIB to serve over 1000 clients in Northwestern Ontario and by Lakehead University lo assist students with (Left to_ right) Ed Essex, CNJB Board Member, Linda Hill, Chair of Ski For Hope Steering disabilities. Committee and Joseph Baratta, President, LU Alumni Association April 1992 AGORA Page 3 �Distinguished Instructor Award WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE LIBRARY! Planning a visit to other university libraries this summer? Then you should know about DIRECTING BORROWlNG coming to you courtesy of The Ontario CounciJ of University Libraries. Effective September 1, 1991, faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students at Lakehead University may borrow directly, in person, upon presentation of a current Lakehead University ID Card, from the following libraries: Brock, Carleton, Guelph, Laurentian, McMaster, Queen's, RMC (Kingston), Ryerson, Trent, Waterloo, Western, Wilfrid Laurier, Windsor and York. Faculty, staff and graduate students only may borrow directly from The Ontario College of Art, OISE, Toronto. This resource sharing agreement replaces, for the most part, the Inter University Borrowing Project (TUBP), which for several years provided guidelines for inter-university borrowing in Ontario and Quebec. A welcome feature of the new agreement is the extension of borrowing privileges to undergraduate students, who were no included in the former plan. Faculty, staff and graduate students visiting university libraries in the province of Quebec will still need an IUBP card to borrow books. For further information contact the circulation librarian at 343-8212. Students, Faculty, and Alumni are encouraged to respond to the call for nominations for the Distinguished Instructor Award for 1992-93. This is a prestigious award ) $3,500 to be used to further the academic development of ti faculty member. AU faculty members, full-time and sessional, are eligible to be nominated except for members currently on the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning. Since 1989, the awards have been given to Dr. Penny Petrone, School of Education, Dr. Manfred Kchlenbeck, Department of Geology, and Dr. Ali Mirza, School of Engineering. Each was recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching, s upervision, and program development. Nominations may be made by faculty members, Department Heads or Chairs, Deans, and groups of at least five students or Alumni. The nominating letter must be submitted by May 30, 1992, to the Chair of the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning, Dr. Osborn-Seyffert, c/ o The School of Education. A copy of the list of supporting documentation and the criteri:;1 for selection is avaiJable at the LUSU office, Alumni House, or the School of Education. Candidates are expected to prepare their own dossier and to submit it by September 30, 1992. A faculty member may receive the award only once in ten years. Barr explores The Swedish Experience The Swedish Emigrant Institute of Vaxjo, Sweden, is pleased to announce the release of a new book, The Swedish Experience in Canada; An Annotated Bibliography by Elinor Berglund Barr. This is a pioneer study of a subject that has been neglected in the past. Barr looks at 160 English-language books and articles representing a broad spectrum of publication, authors and genres. Her introduction places the Swedish experience in perspective, with an overview of activities as revealed by the works assessed. The rest of the text, about three-quarters of the book, is given over to bibliographic data, description and comment, all arranged alphabetically by author or editor. Title indexes of books and periodicals follow. Singing Shield Productions of Thunder Bay, Ontario, has been designed as the North American distributor. Copies are available through: Singing Shield Productions, 104 Ray Blvd., Thunder Bay, ON, P7B 4C4. Phone (807) 344-8355. The Scandinavian Home Society announces the celebration of Elinor Barr's new book on Sunday, April 26 at 2:00 pm at The Scandinavian Home, 147 South Algoma Street. Copies will be available following the presentation ceremony, and the author will be on hand for autographing. Afterwards, thee will be a "show-and-tell" featuring items from Scandinavia that have special significance to the presenter. Refreshments will be served, and all are welcome. Page4 "Say Bob , did you ever get that pigeon problem on the fifth floor solved? " With her boss Bill Bragnalo looking on, Marion Muldoon bid farewell to her many friends after 13 years of dedicated service to Lakehead University. Marion brought experience with the Industrial Accident Prevention Association and was responsible for heading up the Resource Centre for Occupa tior:~I I·le..Jth and Safety in 1Y:8. The biggest challenge ove1 the years? "Keeping abreast of the new information and complying with new legislation". The biggest challenge ahead? "Keeping up with the grandchildren". AGORA April 1992 �Faces ,______J_e_a_n_et_t_e_L_y_n_e_s_ __ ~/ LI____L_i_n_d_a_C_h_ar_m_a_n_ _ ___, Dr. Lynes recently joined the epartment of English . Originally from near Owen Sound, Lynes attended York University, receiving her doctorate in English with a specialization in Canadian Literature (her favourite writers include Alice Munro and a number of writers from Atlantic Canada). Lynes teaches courses in Canadian Literature, Major British Authors and writing. She has taught at various post secondary institutions including a women's college in Missouri, Missouri State University, Mount Allison, Augustana University College and and the University of British Columbia. When asked about her hobbies, Lynes enthusiastically pointed to the framed black and white photographs around her office. 'Tm a real photography buff. I also enjoy watching films and watercolour painting." Office: RB 3031, Tel: ext. 8489 To anyone who has had to make travel arrangements or had to send a fax in the past few months, Linda Charman is no stranger. A recent addition to Office Services, Linda is responsible for facilitating travel and accommodation arrangements. She was a relief secretary at the university for two years before settling in to the full-time position. The Charmans have moved a number of times. ''My husband ' - = == "------ ' - ' ' - - - -_. was in the Armed Forces before deciding to enroll in the School of Education. We lived most recently in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and in Moncton, New Brunswick." Now settled in her husband's home town, Linda looks forward to spending more time with her hobbies. These include reading "anything by Mary Higgins Clark. I like suspense but I'll read almost anything." She also likes to sew and listen to music and enjoys participating in winter sports, especially skiing and skating. Office: lower level university centre, UC 0003, Tel: ext. 8272. ..__ _An _ a_s_t_a_s_i_o_s_K_e_s_s_ar_i_s_ _~ / [__/____B_al _ th _ a_z _a _r Ag-=--u_d_a _ _ __. Dr. Kessaris is a new ,,,--addition to the Department of \\ Mechanical Engineering. Originally from Corfu, Greece, Kessaris came to Canada to study. He received his Bachelor and Masters degrees and his PhD from the University of Toronto. He recently defended his thesis (1991) and will attend the June 1992 convocation ceremony at the University of Toronto. Kessaris became interested in Lakehead University when he met Dr. Seinler Tsang, Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at a conference at the University of Manitoba. "Soon after I saw an advertisement for a professor in the School of Engineering at Lakehead. I was inlpressed by the description of the job. It read as if somebody took it out of my resume." Kessaris teaches the third year Heat Transfer course and the fourth year Medianics of Solids course. His research involves vibrations and dynamic mechanics. "I enjoy research very much. I think it compliments teaching, enriches it." In his free time Kessaris reads scientific magazines and journal articles and explores the sites of Thunder Bay with his family. Office: CB 4047, Tel: ext. 8613. Aprll 1992 Dr. Aguda recently joined the Department of Chemistry as a specialist in Chemical Physics. Originally from Pasuguin, Ilocos Norte in the Phillipines, Aguda received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of the Phillipines at Los Banos. Following a year of teaching at the university he moved to Canada to attend the University of Alberta. "I came to Canada partly because I have three sisters in Alberta and because there was professor at the university whose research I was interested in." Aguda received his PhD in Chemical Physics and went on to his post doctoral work at Purdue University in Indiana and York University. Aguda's research interest involves the mathematical and computational analysis of chemical reaction mechanisms. Aguda's teaching philosophy is to "push the students to their limits until I know how far they can go." Aguda says he's "very sportsminded. I enjoy hiking, biking and tennis". Office: RB 1001, Tel: 346-7716. AGORA Page 5 �SCHOLARS AND DONORS -A Rewarding Partnership SCHOLARSHIP: T11e command of /eami11g displayed by a scholar; tlze methods by wliicli scholars work; the body of teaming witli which a subject is invested; a financial award to someone seeking to pursue his studies usually on the result of a competitive examination. Do you remember back to the days when you were a student at university? Money was always tight, right? Students today feel the same crunch which can last for as long as they are at university, with occasional respite coming in the form of a bail out from parents or if they are lucky, by way of scholarship or bursary from a generous donor. By next fall Lakehead University will reach an unsurpassed enrolment of dose to 5,000 full time students from across Canada and 40 international countries. With our current 500 awards, one out of ten students receives a scholarship or bursary. What about our many other deserving students? Now especially,many must resort to the more practical avenue of the Ontario Student Assistance Program. Lakehead is currently leading all Ontario universities with the largest percentage increase in applications from high school students, but we are also experiencing one of the highest Ontario Student Assistance Plan ratios confirming the fact that we must try to alleviate some of the crushing financial burden faced by our students. Lakehead is very proud of the fact that one in five entrance students isan Ontario scholar! At our recent Annual Scholars and Donors Reception, where students and donors are grateful!y recognized for by /oAnne Silvemran, Foundations Officer their contribution to Lakehead University, Shawn Whatley, Honours Bachelor of Science Student talked about what it means to receive an award. The winner of the prestigious Alumni Award in 1989 indicated that "not only is this important in terms of it being an honour as well as financial relief, but also it is a real psychological boost to know that the work students do does not go unnoticed." Mr. Dick Dolphin, Managing Partner with Peat Marwick Thorne and current President of the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce, two long-standing scholarship donororganiza tions, provided the reply from the donor's perspective. He indicated that "further education is a n~cessity in today's competitive world. Having a good education means working toward the ideals of quality and donors must be there to support students in their endeavours." Guest speaker, Dr. Lois Wilson,ChancellorofLakehead University,addressed the audience on the topic Making a Difference discussing leadership qualities that are unique to both scholars and donors. "Scholars are often leaders in the sense of being more accomplished academically. Another meaning of leadership pertains to those who go with and accompany others' enabling people to do things they never thought possible, and such are the attributes of 'donors."' Dr. Wilson added, "it takes two to make this relationship of sharing and gaining." After Dr. Wilson's presentation, I started thinking about the great strides Lakehead's scholars and donors have made - the tremendous support from individuals (often setting up memorial scholarships and bursaries), foundations ,md businesses. However, we still have far to go. fn order to continue to attract students of great potential and talent we must increase student financial aid by providing more scholarships and bursaries to those who deserve support. With an accomplished faculty profile numbering 275 our institution offers a uniquely low professor/student ratio which we feel encourages a preferred oneon-one academic approach especially in the 14 masters programs. Business leaders know that the U,J·, versity has a tremendous economic il • pact on the City- in fact, a staggering S165 million a year. Our graduating scholars will become the economic and social fabric of Northwestern Ontario and Canada. Hence we need to encourage the support of our business and industrial community leaders to assist us in the important mission of establishing additional scholarships and bursaries. A primary goal of ours is to both assist deserving students a place of study at Lakehead University and to maintain our status as an international academic institution. Securing increased endowed scholarships and bursaries means that postsecondary study at Lakehead can become an attainable goal for those students of pressing need and scholastic merit. How can you establish a scholarship/ bursary in your name or in the name of a loved one? For information please contact the Development Office, Lakehead University, 955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario ,P7B 5El or telephone Jo-Anne Silvennan, Foundations Officer: (807) - 343-8910. Left to right: Nancy Polhill, Richard Mark Giblin, 4th year HBSc Nursing, Katherine Ke/er, 4th year HBSc Biology, David Gallant, 4th year BEng Mechanical, Doris Baziuk, donor of the Baziuk Family awards and Ellen Treleaven. Page 6 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA April 1992 �RESEARCH NEWS· APRIL .1992 RESEARCH GRANTS AND CONTRACTS AWARDED obert Sweet Don Barnes - \ .1r. Don Barnes Department of Biology Annually the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (O.F.A.H.), with financial assistance from the Toronto Star, awards two research grants each worth $2,500. Mr. Don Barnes, Graduate Student, Department of Biology has been awarded the 1992 Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (O.F.A.H.) Wildlife Research Grant for his masters thesis project entitled "Ecological Factors Associated with Beaver Dam Sites in Northern Ontario." Mr. Barnes was honoured at the O.F.A.H. Annual Conference in Ottawa from February 20 to 23, 1992, where he presented an overview of his research project. Applications are accepted annually from all Ontario University graduate programs (Masters and Ph.D.). All applicants must be graduate students conducting original research into some aspect of wildlife biology or management relevant to sport hunting. Projects are judged on whether they improve the knowledge of Ontario's wildlife resource, and ultimately on their potential to enhance game management capabilities. Professor Robert Day School of Forestry Prof. Day has been awarded a contract by Forestry Canada to undertake a research project entitled, "The Practical Applications of Competition Indices in Juvenile Mixed Stands in Western Canada". The objective of the project will be to synthesize current knowledge on competition indices for application in juvenile stand tending decisions and in design of Free-to-Grow standards in Canada. The emphasis is on technology transfer for the practising forester and to silviculture applications of Competition Indices. Dr. Robert Sweet School of Education Dr. Sweet has been awarded a contract by Industry, Science and Technology Canada for a research project entitled, "Survey and Descriptive listing of Proprietary Schools in Canada" . As part of the contract Dr. Sweet will be constructing a Directory of Training Resources in Canada and constructing a Profile of Training Resources. iNSERC NEWS Strategic Grants Program The 1992-93 guidelines and application forms have recently arrived for NSERC's Strategic Grants Program. r The objective of the program is to promote and accelerate irgeted research in selected fields of national importance. •More specifically, it is the intent of the program to enable researchers to increase their contributions towards the understanding and solution of problems in these fields and to train highly qualified personnel. NSERC states that Canada must focus on specific target areas if research efforts are to have beneficial impacts on society and/or the economy and if Canada is to compete effectively at the international level and to contribute to the resolution of global programs. The approach adopted to respond to these challenges is characterized by mission statements, which provide a dynamic, objective, needsoriented approach to research. Mission statements are �descriptions of Canadian knowledge needs and technological opportunities in each of the targeted area~. The identification of areas of national importance has been accomplished with the assistance of advisors from the university, industry and government research sectors and through a study conducted by the Science Council of Can~da. Areas of research were identified that emphasize the particular importance of Canada's natural resources, intellectual strength, and socio-economic needs and opportuni~ies, and which have potential to enhance Canada's econom1C prosperity, industrial competitiveness and environmental quality. Major areas targeted for support include: Advanced Technologies - Infom1ation Systems and Computing Technologies - Biotechnology - Industrial Materials, Products and Processes - Manufacturing Systems - Energy Natural Resources - Food, Agriculture and Aquaculture - Forestry - Mineral Resources - Oceans and Inland Waters Environmental Quality New Directions A small and select number of applications will be considered in New Directions. This mechanism allows NSERC to support truly outstanding proposal_s on new an? erne~ging science or engineering research topics of potential national importance where the applicant can demonstrate an important opportunity for obtaining socio-economic benefits of national scale. To obtain the new Strategic Guidelines which contain the various Mission Statements, please contact Anne Fiorenza, Research Officer at ext. 8223. The deadline for submitting applications to NSERC is May 1, 1992. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES HEALTH AND WELFARE CANADA NHRDP - Research on Diabetes in the Canadian Aboriginal Population The National Health Research and Development Program is pleased to announce a special research initiative to stimulate and focus public health and health services research on diabetes among aboriginal communities in Canada. For the purpose of this competition, aboriginal is defined as status/ non-status Indians, Inuit and Metis. Ultimately, research findings will be broadly disseminated to policy makers, communities and health care providers which will lead to concerted efforts in developing prevention and control strategies. A major objective of this initiative is to promote collab_oration between aboriginal communities, health care professionals and academic researchers. This initiative will also be an opportunity for aboriginal communities to increase their involvement in population-based research projects. The competition encourages the formation of consortia/networks among investigators pursuing a similar objective and employing a similar research design. The deadline for submitting a Letter of Intent is May 1, 1992. SMUTS VISTING FELLOWSIIlP COMMONWEALTH STUDIES - 1993/94 Studies, which may be taken as embracing Commonwealthrelated aspects of the following fields: archaeology, anthropology, economics, history, human geography, law, lilerature, Oriental studies, and social and political sc~e~ces. The ) Managers' intention is to give preference to prom1smg younger (post doctoral) scholars from the overseas countries of the Commonwealth who have a record of substantial research experience, including a Ph.D Degree or equivalent qualification. The fellow will be expected to reside in _Cambridge during the major part of the tenure of the appomtment and to advance Commonwealth studies in Cambridge, mainly by pursuing research, but also by participating in the teaching work of the University. The deadline for submitting applications is May 31, 1992. UNITED STATES EMBASSY GRANTS IN AMERICAN STUDIES - 1992/93 The United States Embassy Grants in American Studies arc intended to support American Studies at Canadian universities and to encourage special projects pertaining to U.S.Canada bilateral relations. Individuals, as well as institutions are welcome to apply. Grants can be used to support substantive proposals for curriculum development, conferences, publications and special projects enhancing the study of the United States and Canadian-American relations at Canadian Universities. Awards of up to $3,000 (US) will be provided to successful proposals. The deadline for submitting applications is September 1, 1992. CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR UKRAINIAN STUDIES Neporany Fellowship -1992/93 The Canadian Foundation for Ukrainian Studies exchange agreement with the International Association of Ukrainian ) Studies allows for a Canadian scholar to do research for a CIRCUMPOLAR UNIVERSITIES COOPERATION CONFERENCE Rovaniemi, Finland The Role of Circumpolar Universities in Northern Development The University of Lapland will host the Third Conference on The Role of Circumpolar Universities in Northern Development on November 30-December 3, 1992. The conference coincides with the opening ceremonies of the Arktikum House, a new science centre in Rovaniemi. Both these events are part of the Finland 75 years Anniversary celebration. Universities in the circumpolar countries, Canada, China, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Japan, Sweden, U.S.A. and Russia, play a crucial role in the development of northern regions. Their mission is to contribute to the understanding and awareness of the North's importance, its people, its resources and potential, and its problems by initiating and conducting research in their areas. Deadline for abstracts - May 1, 1991 Registration Deadline - September 15, 1992 For further information regarding registration, accommo dation, transportation and post-conference tours contact: Outi Snellman International Relations University of Lapland Box 122 SF-96101 ROVANJEMl Tel: +358-60-324 208 Fax: +358-60-324 207 0 This fellowship is tenable in the field of Commonwealth - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - RESEARCH NEWS--- - - - - -- -- - April 1992 �period of up to 10-12 months at one of the institutes of the Academy of Sciences, Ukraine. Graduate Students and culty are eligible for this award. The Foundation will ,ver travel costs to the Ukraine and provide a $1,000 grant ~ oward research expenses. Housing and a mon thly stipend will be provided by the Academy of Sciences, Ukraine. CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF UKRAINIAN STUDIES The following research grants are offered by the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (Deadline - May 1, 1992): 1) The Michael and Darian Kowalsky Endowment Fund Research Grants Program in Ukrainian and Ukrainian Canadian Studies in History, Literature, Language, Education, Social Sciences, and Library Sci~nces. 2) The Peter Jacyk Centre for Ukrainian Historical Research - Research Grants Program in Ukrainian History. ROMANIAN FOREST EXPERIMENT STATION REQUESTS ASSISTANCE A Forest Experiment Station in Romania has written Dr. Willard Carmean, School of Forestry requesting assistance in obtaining publications, and also in obtaining obsolete equipment that might be available. Specifically, to undertake their research programs effectively, they require publications which address the following concerns: - genetic variety of Qu.petraea - the elaboration of thinning techniques in young oak stands - rehabilitation of minesoils - the hydrological functions of oak, beech and mixed ,. stands in Romania the causes and control of the intensive drying process of oak stands The Forest Experiment Station would also appreciate donations of used or even obsolete equipment, such as microscopes, meteorological equipment, equipment for topographical surveying (even tape - measures !). If you have publications and/or equipment you would like to send to Romania, please let the Office of Research and Graduate Studies know: they will be happy to take care of shipping and mailing. l - GRADUATE SCHOLARSffiPS AND AWARDS The Ishak Book Prize A new prize has been established by the Department of English in honour of Dr. Fayek M. Ishak. Dr. Ishak is a Professor Emeritus of English at Lakehead University and was formerly the Chairman of the Department and taught at Lakehead for 20 years. At present, he is affiliated with the Centre for Religious Studies in the University of Toronto. The Ishak Book Prize will be awarded annually to a student registered in the M.A. program in English who has demonstrated exceptional academic performance. CMHC University Scholarship for Graduate Studies Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation will award scholarships in the 1992-93 university competition for fulltime graduate study in master's degree programs at Canadian and foreign universities in various aspects of housing. The objective of the CMHC University Scholarships for Graduate Studies is to support the development of a highly trained and skilled community of professionals in the many diverse aspects of housing and community planning in Canada. Programs of study may be pursued within a number of disciplines, including urban planning, Jaw, engineering, public administration, economics, psychology, landscape architecture, sociology and architecture. Awards are up to $14,154 per year. Application forms are available in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. Deadlin e: 10 April 1992. Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarships & Fellowships Scholarships and fellowships are available through the Canadian Nurses Foundation to help nurses pursue education at the masters and doctoral levels. In addition to non specific studies, awards are available for specific areas of practice such as northern nursing, occupational health, dialysis nursing, neurological nursing, oncology nursing, community health, gerontology nursing, pediatric nursing and nursing administration. All applicants must be members of CNA and CNF. Application kits are available in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. Deadline: 31 July 1992. GRADUATE STUDIES NEWS Third Annual Graduate Student Conference The response to the Call for Papers was excellent and as a result the Third Annual Graduate Student Conference was held over two days, March 17 and 18, 1992 in the Senate Chambers. The focus of the conference was to enhance the awareness within the university community of the calibre and diversity of research being conducted by graduate students. The conference provided students with the experience of presenting their research in a public forum . Current graduate student enrolment is 187 full time and 131 part time. There are 34 full-time and 3 part-time international graduate students currently registered. Presenters were from the Departments of Biology, English, Geology, Psychology and the School of Forestry. C Aprll 1992 Wanted: EX-SNOWBIRDS Diane Dixon, a Graduate Student in Lakehead University's Sociology Department is looking for people who USED to go South for the winter, but NO longer do so. This study will focus on the reasons WHY people quit going South. If you know of anyone who may fit this description and would be willing to participate in a short interview, please ask them to contact Diane Dixon at 344-2314 at the Sociology Department at 343-8477. - - - - - - - - -- - RESEARCH NEWS - - -- - - - - - - - - - - Page3 �UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES NSERC Programs E.W.R. Steacie Memorial Fellowships - July 1 Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships June 1 and December 1 Research Partnerships Program - Open Scientific Publications - October 1 and April 15 Strategic Grants - May 1, 1992 SSHRC Programs Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada July 1, November 1, April 1 Strategic Partnership Development Grants - November 1, January 15, April 15 SENATE RESEARCH COMMITTEE NSERC Internal Research Grants Graduate Student Support Program - March 10, 1992 Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, 1992 Travel to do Research Program - January 15, 1992, May 15, 1992 GRADUATE SCHOLARSIDP OPPORTUNITIES Government of Canada Awards - Deadlir.es vary by country Young Researchers Award - Open Canadian Nurses Foundation Scholarships and Fellowships July 31, 1992. 2) ~ l\ora last,,• ~, BUildingm VIELCOt«E Eb ll\OADBEtn MAR 31 AQORA 10 AM SSHRC Internal Research Grants Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, 1992 Research Grant in Lieu of Salary- March 10, 1992 GREEN PLAN PROGRAMS Tri-Council: University Research Chairs - May 15, 1992; Research Fellowships - June 15, 1992. )) OTHER RESEARCH PROGRAMS Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies: Research Grants - May 1, 1992 ODA Professional Awards - January 15, 1992 and April 30, 1992 Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/ Bursaries - January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. G. Allan Roeher Institute - Research Grants in Mental Handicap - April 30, 1992. Health and Welfare Canada/MRC-AIDS Research Program - March 15 and September 15; Joint Fellowships for AIDS Research Training - April 1 and November 15. Health and Welfare Canada: Research Projects and Studies June 1, 1992; Small Budget Projects - Anytime; Career Awards - July 31, 1992; Conferences and Workshops April 1, 1992. National Research Council - Laboratories Research Associateships - Open Ontario Ministry of Health - Nursing Innovation Fund January 1, May 1, September 1 Ontario Ministry of Health - Health Care Systems Research Projects: Research Projects (May 1 and November 1), Feasibility Studies (Anytime), Formulation Grants (Anytime), Information Studies (May 1 and November 1), Workshops and Conferences (Anytime). Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines: Northern Ontario Training Opportunities Program April 15, 1992. Secretary of State: Canadian Studies Directorate - Open SMUTS Visiting Fellowship in Commonwealth Studies for 1993/94 - May 31, 1992 United States Embassy Grants in American Studies September 1, 1992. Page4 Campus Development staff attempt to keep University employees and the public informed about events on campus. We'll be calling sign man Dale Cog/in to put up the notice about public lectures in April by Easa and Mirza. Mark your calendar. The Office of Research and Graduate Studies, in conjunction with the Office of Information Services, is asking all faculty to share 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 community 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 communicating your research endeavours to the community at large. For further research information call Anne Fiorenza at..,\) ext. 8223 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduatt....!} Studies.For information about Foundations, call Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at ext. 8910 or drop by the Alumni House. - -- - - - -- - - - - - - - - RESEARCH NEWS - -- -- - - - - -- - Aprll 1992 �People /Papers /Publications Special Projects/Awards Professor Patricia Vervoort, Department of Visual Arts, has published an article, "Masking and Mapping the Prairie Landscape: Fragments in 2-D and 3" in the British Journal of Canadian Studies (Volume 6, Number 1 1991) which appeared in February 1992, pp. 129140. Dr. Said Easa, Professor in Civil Engineering, presented a paper entitled "Avoiding Sight-Hidden Dips in Vertical Alignment Design" at the Annual Conference of the Transportation Research Board (TRB), held in Washington, D.C., January 1116, 1992. At this conference, Dr. Easa also chaired the meeting of the "Transportation Planning Committee" of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and participated as a member in the meetings of the following committees: ASCE Traffic Operations Committee, TRB Geometric Design Committee, TRB Committee on Transportation Earthworks, and Traffic Engineering for Neo-Traditional Neighbourhood Committee of the Institute of Transportation Engineers. Dr. H.T. Saliba, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, attended the "Fifth International conference on Computational Methods and Experimental measurements" in Montreal where he presented a state of the art paper on this topic. The fuU paper, which is entitled e xperimental and Theoretical Computer Aided Vibration ""nalysis of Thin Plates", was published in the Computational Mechanics Publication of "Computational Methods and Experin,ental Measurements V", edited by A. Sousa, C.A. Brebbia and G.M. Carlomagno, and co-published with Elsevier Applied Science London, New York. Dr. Saliba's paper was selected from about sixty exceUent papers and a caption from it appears on the front cover of the book as a symbol of its essence. Professor Jack P. Christy of the School of Business Administration was recently inducted as a member of the Rotary Club of Thunder Bay - Port Arthur. Rotary International is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Christy was a former beneficiary of Rotary's support of international educationbusi.ness, having been awarded a Rotary Foundation Graduate Ambassadorial Scholarship in 1985-86. Dr. Bakhtiar Moazzami, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, published eight articles in refereed professional journals during the 1990-91 period. These journals include Journal of Macroeconomics, Journal of Statistical Simulation and Computation, onomic Modelling, Applied ~onomics, Empirical Economics, Journal of Banking and Finance, and Applied Financial Economics. C These publications put Dr. Moazzarni among the top publishing professors at Lakehead University. Currently, Professor Moazzami is coauthoring a book with Dr. B. Dadgostar and Dr. W.B. Jankowski entitled "Structure of Northwestern Ontario's Economy, Past Performance and Future Challenges". Dr. U.S. Panu, Department of Civil Engineering, has published two articles in major international journals entitled "Analysis of Flow into Draintiles in three-Dimensional Flow Filed, Journal of Hydrology, Vol 122, pp. 321-323, 1991 and "Theoretical Analysis of Flow Rate into Perforated Drain Tubes" in Water Resources Research, Vol.27,7, pp. 1411-1418, 1991. These articles were published in cooperation with G. Hazenberg (summer student). Jn June 1991, Dr. Panu presented an invited paper entitled "Entrophic measures in Data In-filling Procedures in Strearnflow" at the International conference on Entropy and Energy Dissipation in Water Resources, held at Mara tea, Italy. 1n July 1991 he presented a paper entitled "An Analytical Technique of Flow Rate into Perforated Drain tubes" at the National Conference on Irrigation and Drainage held at Honolulu, Hawaii. this paper was presented in cooperation with A. FiHce (summer student). A paper entitled "Techniques of Flow Rates into Drain Tubes with Circular Perforations" is currently in printing in the Journal of Hydrology. Dr. Stephen McBride, Associate Professor of Political Studies, has had his book, Not Working: State, Unemployment and Neo-Conservatism, published by the University of Toronto Press. "Jobs, jobs, jobs." The 1984 campaign slogan of the Progressive Conservatives was aimed at Canada's deepening anxiety over rising unemployment. The slogan helped the conservatives earn an overwhelming majority. Yet today unemployment continues to rise. Stephen McBride rejects economic interpretations of the return of high unemployment after decades in which Canada enjoyed almost full employment. He argues that the phenomenon can best be understood as the product of a political choice by policy makers - a choice which can plausibly be linked to the preferences and growing power of Canadian business in the post-1975 period . This argumen t is based on an evaluation of the implications of the monetarist economic paradigm whose influence grew in the late 1970's, a comparative survey of the policy strategies followed in other countries and the employment outcomes associated with them, and a systematic examination of Canadian public policy in the macroeconomic, labour market, unemployment insurance and industrial relations areas. Dr. Said Easa, Professor in Civil Engineering, authored the following articles: "Sight Distance Model for Unsymmetrical Crest Curves", Vol. 1303, 1991, pp. 39-50; "Sight Distance Model for Unsymmetrical Sag Curves", Vol. 1303, 1991, pp. 51-62; "Lateral Clearance to Vision Obstacles in Horizontal Curves", Vol. 1303, 1991, pp. 22-32, all in the Transportation Research Board Journal. He also coauthored a paper with Continued on page 8 April 1992 AGORA Page 7 �Publications continued from page 7 Shinya Kikuchi and Natasa Vukadinovic of the University of Delaware, entitled "Characteristics of the Fuzzy LP Transportation Problem for Civil Engineering Application", Journal of Civil Engineering Systems, Vol. 8, 1991, pp. 134-144. Dr. Laurie J. Garred, Professor and Chairman, Department of Chemical Engineering, recently presented an invited workshop entitled, "La prescription de l'erythropoietine pour la correction de l'anemie de l'insuffisance renale: guidee par la modelisation mathematique" (The use of mathematical modelling as a guide to prescribing erythropoietin for the correction of anemia in renal failure patients) to faculty, staff and students of nephrology from the Universities of Nimes and Montpellier, France. The workshop took place during the final in a series of three research visits to the University of Montpellier during 1991-92, which were funded under a Going Global grant, a joint program of the Canadian and French governments to promote collaborative research between the two countries. The following two articles are the most recer,t among a number of papers which have arisen over the nearly eight years of collaboration between Dr. Garred and medical researchers in Montpellier. "Reuse of 'Highly Permeable' Dialyzers with Peroxyacetic Acid as Sole Oeansing and Disinfecting Agent", Canaud B, Nguyen QV, Garred LJ, Nicolle R, Mion C. ASAlO Transactions 1991; 37: 653-657. "Analyse cinetique modelisee de l'uree en dialyse: de! la theorie a la pratique", Canaud B, Garred LJ, Mion C. Nephrologie 1991; 2: 131-137. Professor Garred has also had the following paper accepted for publication in the June issue of Artificial Organs, "KT /V and PCR Determination From Serial Urea Measurement in the Dialysate Effluent Stream". The article is co-authored by Bonny DiGiuseppe, a 4th year Chemical Engineering student who participated in the research at McKeliar Hospital, on an NSERC summer research fellowship. Dr. Richard Berg, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, read a conference paper "Sustainable Development has Ethical Development: An Essay in Engineering Ethics," at Ryerson , Polytechnical Institute, June 21, 1991; and invited lecture "Media Ethics" to the Thunder Bay Press Club at its Professional Development Seminar, January 18, 1992; a conferen ce paper "Psychic and Humanistic Love" at Brock University, February 15, 1992; an invited lecture "The role of the Professions" at the annual meeting of the Ontario Professional Foresters Association, Thunder Bay, February 27, 1992; and the invited public lecture "Oedip is and the Sphinx: The Riddle of Man-Woman Relations", at the Lakehead Unitarian Fellowship, March 15, 1992. Page 8 Weller Appointed to the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada The Secretary of State, the \\ Honourable Robert R. de Cotret, ha&.J/ announced the appointment of Professor Geoffrey R. Weller to the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada for a three-year term. Named as the first President of the University of Northern British Columbia in 1990, Mr. Weller's distinguished academic career spans more than 25 years. He is an accomplished author with expertise in security and intelligence services, health policy, and Canadian politics in northern regions. Professor Weller served as the Vice-President (Academic) of Lakehead University from 1985-90. Originally appointed to assistant professo r in the Department of Political Studies, he became a full professor at Lakehead in 1983 and later served as Dean of Arts from 1983-85. Current Chairman of the Canadian Association for Security and Intelligence Studies (CASIS), he has served on a number of professional committees and boards. He is a member of the Steering Committee of the International Network on the Role of Universities in Developing Areas (lNRUDA), and sits on the editorial board of Society and Natural Resources. Professor Weller graduated from Hull University, England, with a B.Sc. honours in Economics in 1965, and received his M.A. in Political Science from McMaster Unive, , sity in 1967. ..,U SSHRC is the primary federal funding agency for research in the social sciences and humanities. This year Council will invest approximately $89 million in research and strategic grants, fellowships, and research dissemination programs. SSHRC is governed by a 22-member appointed Council chosen from the academic community and major interest sectors of society. AGORA Grant Yang Memorial Award Donations to the Grant Yang Memorial Award may be made by COJltacting Bishop E.Q. Jennings School at 767-3052, or by contacting Mr. Larry O'Brien, at the Lakehead District R.C. Separate School Board,at 625-1555. This award will be given to a Grade 8 student from Bishop E.Q. Jennings School at the Grade 8 Graduation Ceremonies every June, to a student ranking high in both math and science academically, as well as having good school spirit and musical talent. Should you have nay questions regarding this award, please contact Mr. Larry Grace at Bishop E.Q. Jennings School (767-3052). April 1992 �Stephen Lewis Fonner Canadian ambassador to the United Nations and leader of the Ontario w Democratic Party, Stephen Lewis, spoke Lakehead University on March 18 to a packed audience. The lecture, entitled "Speaking of the World", covered events such as the results of the referendum in South Africa. "The vote affirmed the death rattle of apartheid, " said Lewis. The outcome is far from certain he cautioned, with South Africa suffering from economic and social problems. He also talked about a group of South African women he met a meeting about the future of UNICEF in their country. They spoke of the constant violence against the children and women. "They were almost defiantly feminist." As a representative for UNICEF, Lewis is concerned with issues relating to children across the world. The lecture, sponsored by Status of Women Committee focused primarily on international women's issues and their role in the United Nations. "no more than five women have served as ambassadors at a given time," said Lewis. When the new secretary-general announced 15 senior appointments on March 1, not a single woman was named. Lewis pointed to the fact that this was a blatant contradiction of the UN charter. According to Lewis, the Canadian govemnt has not been very good at recognizing men's issues either. He did praise the Ontario government's commitment to employment equity and non-profit day care. Artist Ruth Tye McKenzie (right) and Florence Johnston, Chair of the Finance Committee of Lakehead University's Share Our Northern Vision Campaign are standing in front of her recently donated work of art titled "Northern Reflection." Artist and proprietor of the Painted Turtle Art Shop, Ruth McKenzie received the 1990 Silver Jubilee Commission which depicts a Northwestern Ontario scene through the image of two female figures. These two very complementary works can be viewed just outside of the Senate Chambers. c The graduating forestry class of 1992 wish to express a sincere thank you to the faculty and staff in the School of Forestry for their support and guidance over the past four years. April 1992 - - - -- - - -- - - - - - AGORA What's wrong w ith this picture? Absolutely nothing if it's spring time in Thunder Bay and snow flurries demand that winter gear be worn. For Hank Akervall, Captain ofthe famous Father Bauer 1964 Olympic Hockey Team, the Hudson's Bay coat worn by the Canadians into the amphitheatre at the Opening Ceremonies at Innsbruck, Austria is still in great shape 28 years later. During the 1992 Winter Olympics, Professor Akervall was in great demand on thespeaking circuit with his Olympic stories and paraphenalia. What does the ex-Olympian think about the recent NHL hockey strike? "Not a good idea. Definitely leaving a sour taste in the mouth for hockey fans". Who's going to win the Stanley Cup?" New York over L.A.". Page 9 �in our counlTy-the ramifications of say that they (all religions) worship the which we arc still feeling today. Missame way basically, or that they all teach the same thing, but that they all, by Faisal Ali and sionaries arriving from Europe presunderneath the diverse historical, Mary Milhalek sured for the creation of special learning schools that tried to create an ideal culturally specific expression, have a Christian community. The problem, common experience." This common "Our lack of ability to deal with the according to Gualtieri, is that the ideal diverse religious views within Canada experience is the idea that faith as a Christian philosophy they were teachconcept is universal, and can manifest may be one of the most compelling ing did not even exist in Europe. " . .. itself in mystical practice. This includes stumbling blocks to reaching a true we arc all the same underneath, but celebrations, rituals, and prayers. multicultural society." This was the they (missionaries) underplayed and Observers of Canadian internal unity under!ying theme in a lecture delivered debates, will also take note that denigrated the cultural distinctiveness." by Carleton University Religious A point that is still as relevant today as Gualtieri lashes out at the what he cries Studies professor, Dr. Antonio it was then, but is further exemplified "calls of nationalism." To Dr. Gualtieri, Gualtieri. by the increasing cultural diversity in nationalism is at the root of many Speaking at Lakehead University's societal evils. " .. . and the wrong kinds annual Morris Lecture on Friday, March Canada. Taken out of context, it of nationalism have been at the root of a 6, Dr. Gualtieri addressed a large crowd appears that Gualtieri is almost lashing out at the hypocrisy of the original great deal of human tragedy'" he argues. on the topic of Conflicting Religious, settlers. Gualtieri stressed that issues such as Cultural, and Moral Views in a Gualtieri reveals how public fig ures abortion and euthanasia are explosive Multicultural Society. of the border often toss the word "God" because of the great diversity between Dr. Gualtieri is a renowned rein their speeches, with little consider_:--cople in society. A social policy that searcher and author in the study of ati01\ for the fact that their God may not could dictate how to deal with such comparable religious ethics. Drawing always be accepted by everyone. issues is impossible considering the fact on his years of experience and travel to that society does not share "the same Furthem1ore, says Gualtieri, people different parts of the world, Gualtieri philosophical base." However, today arc facing more difficulty in demonstrates a desire to improve the staking their religious views as better Gualtieri believes that a social policy relationships of individual societies and a shared world view is a necessity than anyone else's. "We often see other through respect for one another. people's religious ceremonies as in Canada so that our difficulties as a Gualtieri is the author of several strange...but when we have contact with nation can be resolved. "We are now in books, including Christianity and members of other religions, we have to a no man's land of social policy...it is a Native Traditions, The Vulture and the be sensitive and respectful to them." In hodge-podge of legislation that often Bull: Religious Responses to Death, and the case of Canada, our increasing just acquiesces itself to the latest Search for Meaning, a survey of world religious thought. diversity obliges us to have more issue...politics and social policy by interest and not a vision of the good" In a frank,and occasionally humorous casual, side-by-side contact with says Dr. Gualtieri. lecturc,Gualtieri told the audience that he different people. This continuous Gualtieri concludes on a somewhat has no solutions as to how we can harmo- contact, says Gualtieri may on its own pessimistic note. He recognizes that in nize different religious thought and prac- naturally help us to accept the fact that order for Canada to come to grips with tice so that individuals can live together different people can co-exist, in a achieving a multicultural society, differrelatively peacefully and amicably. Cit- multicultural sense, with less difficulty. If we need to look for commonality ent pluralistic views on cultural morality ing the historical and contemporary issue need to be dealt with. Until then, says of using religious ideology in the name of between faiths to arrive at a workable Gualtieri, "how can we learn to live amiconflict, as is the case in the Middle East resolution, Gualtieri reiterates that he cably, in light of that divcrsity...God pray and Northern Ireland, among other areas, has no solutions of his own, but says that there is an answer." Gualtieri slTesses that " ...this deprives that " ...one way to deal with it is not to people of dignity." A step in overcoming thisdifficulty,saysGualtieri, " ...is that we must agree to establishing a social policy that would recognize the universality of religion." To him, all people have the inherent right to practise their beliefs without the fear of being stigmatized and stereo-typed. Though not overt about the point, Gualtieri argues that Canadians have established a multicultural society without full consideration of potential, moral, cultural and religious clashes. Gualtieri alludes to the issues of Sikhs wearing turbans and daggers, the French/ English conflicts, and the ever-explosive issue of the historic mistrealTncnt of Native Canadians, as examples of the atPhilosophers ' dilemna tempts at deculturalization in our counAt Oxford University try. "...we are going to have to abandon philosophers were known to sit around smoking and discusstheexclusivc tru th claims" says Gualtieri. ing metaphysics. On the last class of the semester Dr. Rabb and some members of Gualtieri cites th e hiS torical prccehis 4th year philosophy class found a way to discuss serious matters while coping dent of this view by looking at the • h LU' N S k' 1 Lf attempts at indoctrinating Native tribes wit s o mo mg po icy. e t to right: Doug Sanderson, Chris Delaney, Dr. Rabb, Delene Devisscher and K le Brink. Page 10 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _...._-_-_-_"""'_-_-_-_-'-_-'_'---~A;-:G ;;-O ~ RA ~.:c:-~~-==-~-==-~-=:..~~~'-:=._--::_--::_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_-:_--::_--::_--::_--=-.------r:=-=rr-:r=..! Student Forum j) J) �Last Writes by Katherine Shedden Spring fever seems to have spared me a visit this year. No drives in my friend's sports car. No trips to try on hats. No purchases of marbles, kites, bubble makers or new skipping ropes for the kids. I seem stuck in the postskiing, w ill-the-bulbs-ever-stick-theirbrave-noses-up-through-the-cold-soil state of grey indifference. And then an anonymous p iece of mail appeared that massaged my depressed cells from their lethargy. Change, lots of change, change over centuries and change over decades and of course, a renewed faith that even the seasons will continue to change. Although, I do not belong to the 'Born before 45' Club, I can identify with all the changes listed plus add a few of my own. Have a read, I think you'll enjoy the observations. • All Tltose Bom Before 1945 We are survivors! Consider the changes we have witnessed: We were before television, before penicillin, before polio shots, frozen foods, xerox, contact lenses, frisbees and the pill. We were before radar, credit cards, split atoms, laser beams and ball point pens: before pantyhose, dishwashers, clothes dryers, electric blankets, air conditioners, drip dry clothing - and before man walked on the moon! We got married first then lived together. (How quaint can you be?) In our time closets were for clothes, not for "coming out of". Bunnies were small rabbits - and rabbits were not volkswagens. Designer jeans were scheming girls named Jean or Jeanne; and having a meaningful relationship meant getting along well with our cousins. We thought fast food was what you ate during lent, and outer space was the back of the local theatre! We were before house-husbands, gay rights, computer dating, dual careers and commuter marriages. We were before day-care centres, group therapy and nursing homes. We never heard of FM radio, tape decks, electric typewriters, artificial hearts, word processors, yogurt and guys wearing earrings. For us, time sharing meant togetherness not computers or condominiums; a "ship" meant a piece of wood, "hardware" meant "hardware" and software wasn't even a word! In 1940, "made in Japan" meant "junk" and the term "making out" referred to how you did on an exam. Pizzas, "McDonalds" and instant coffee were unheard of. We hit the scene when there were 5 and 10 stores where you bought things for five and ten cents. The comer drug store sold ice cream cones for a nickel or a dime. For one nickel you could ride a street car - make a phone call - buy a pepsi or enough stamps to mail one letter and two post cards. You could buy a new Chevy coupe for $600.00 (but who could afford one) a pity too, because gas was only 11 cents a gallon! In our day cigarette smoking was fashionable. Grass was mowed, coke was a cold drink and pot was something you cooked in. Rock music was a grandma's lullaby and aids were helpers in the principals office. We were certainly not before the difference between the sexes were discovered, but we were surely before the "sex change"; we made do with what we had, and we were the last generation that was so dumb as to think you needed to have a husband to have a baby! No wonder we are so confused and there is such a generation gap! But we survived!!! What better reason to celebrate! Last, last Writes Being informed that there would be no March Agora due to budget cutbacks, the Editor (shown above) had time for the following: "sunshine study" (May Agora), "campus dean-up project" (memo to Podd), Design a 'Find Jackie Johnston' map, Meet with Jim Smithers to see if the Mackenzie trip is really on - yes! Answer dozens of calls about who is really coming to Convocation (May Agora), and ask Mike Turek why the signs can go up but they can't come down. Good Finish for Bridge Builders The team of four Lakehead University students won fourth place in bridge building at the annual Canadian Society of Civil Engineering university competition held at Concordia University last month. The bridge, made out of popsdcle sticks, dental floss and glue, was built by John MacKinnon, Sylvain Rivet, Kevin Shipp and Bill Gauley. The ideal bridge in the , contest weighs the least, but holds the most weight. It took the students 300 hours to build their bridge. April 1992 AGORA - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - Page 11 �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call the Information Office at 8300 or mail your information to SN1_002. . Deadline for the May Agora 1s Apnl 20, 1992. Thunder Bay Art Gallery March 19 - April 19 ANNUAL LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY JURIED STUDENT EXHIBITION March 27 - May 10 WHO DISCOVERED THE AMERICAS: RECENT WORKS BY JANE ASH POITRAS April 10 - May 10 BARBARA ASTMAN Source: Art Gallery of Ontario, An "Artists with their Work" Program April 24 - April 26 ANNUAL LAKEHEAD STAMP CLUB EXHIBIDON Distinguished Researcher Distinguished Instructor Public Lectures 1991/92 Distinguished Researcher Dr. Said M. Easa Department of Civil Engineering Thursday, April 23, 1992 - 3:30 pm Regional Education Centre Lecture Theatre 0005 Topic: "Highway Design for Safety" Distinguished Instructor Dr.S. Ali Mirza Department of Civil Engineering Wednesday, April 29, 1992 - 3:30 pm Regional Education Centre Theatre 00('5 Topic: "The Art of Structural Engineering" Reception with cash bar to follow fina l lecture Wednesday, April 29, 1992 in the Faculty Lounge. Easter Break - University closed Thursday, 23 Senate Meeting - 9:30 am Tuesday, 28 Board of Governors - 4:00 pm • • ••• ••• •• • • •• • • • • • • • : 1992 Folklore Festival : •• The 1992 Folklore Festival is now • • •• • accepting entries for its 20th : Anniversary Festival to be held • ■ May 2-3, 1992. • • Categories must have an ethnic ••• theme and include the following: - entertainment (music, song or ■ dance) • - food booths : - displays, crafts, etc. ■ - cooking or craft demonstrations : For further information please contact the Folklore Festival at • 345-0551 . ■ Monday, 11 Approval of Graduands - 2:30 pm •• • • • • • • • • • ■ ••••••••• Please note new rates for faculty/ staff, spouse/family memberships effective May 1, 1992. Spouse $45.00 Family $75.00 Agorl\ Director of Extemal Relations: John Russell, Editor: Katherine Shedden Assistant: Denise Bruley Calendar: Lynn Wilson Photography: Peter Puna Graphics: B. 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April 30 - May 10 SECONDARY SCHOOL ART '92 Friday, 17 - Monday 19 The Chancellor Paterson Library Hours lu back Alumni ....(1) -~ (1) E~ ... (1) 0 a: a:o 0 tl t.t ut?.t?. :!: (/) (/) t; 0 ~u 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.9 No.3 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Agora contains a report from the President, research updates, and news from around campus. 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 1992-04 1992 Agora Agora Magazine Chancellor Lois Wilson Lakehead Lakehead University Lois Wilson President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/2e1f5aa4bfa854086413768d151b92b9.pdf d3bd117d4009be2b35b07d727d34f464 PDF Text Text LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY C Thunder Bay Ontario, Canada GOR Volume 10, Number 4 April 1993 STEELHEAD GET A HELPING HAND The first attempt on April 29 to trap and transfer rainbow trout from the McIntyre to the Current River told organizers just what Dr. George Ozburn (and a fe-.v of the river "salties') predicted - "It's too early.' Braving temperatures near zero and the threat of snow, organizers decided to go through the steps in order to be ready when the 'steelhead run" gets going. The project involves a partnership among the North Shore Steelhead Association, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Lakehead Region Conservation Authority, Lakehead University, MOE (Remedial Action Plan), LU staff, biologists and volunteers. The team came up empty but will try again to capture adult rainbow trout on the McIntyre River near the dam on campus. The r project involves netting adult fish, transferring '-- hem to an aerated holding tank for the ride to the plant sites on the Current River. For several days the floodgates are opened on the diversion channel which cuts off the water supply to the fish ladder and encourages the trout to move up against the current in the other channel. Volunteers blocked off a retreat by spreading a weighted net across the river. The flood gates were then closed causing the water to drop quickly with the expectation that any trout in that section of river are temporarily trapped at the dam. James McLaughlin, President of the North Shore Steelhead Association, says the goal is to transfer 50 pairs of fish to the Current River. Earlier this year a fish ladder was constructed at the Boulevard Lake Dam but the river is not yet established as a spawning river. The transfer project is not without risk says Ed lwachewski, habitat specialist with the MNR. ·1 guess you could say we're trying to kick start the process and the adult transfer seems to have the best chance of success. Of course, our biggest fear is that the transferred fish will not accept their new spawning grounds and return to Lake Superior and back to their natal ( iver.' The tagging procedure will allow monitormg of their activity after the transfer. The public is invited to come out and see the next attempt - Thursday May 6 at 8:30 am. COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY RECEIVE FUNDING FOR ABORIGINAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING • BUT IS IT ENOUGH? C?nfederation College and Lakehead University will receive $668,000 from the province to develop programs and services for Aboriginal people from the province's Aboriginal Education and Training Strategy which was introduced in May, 1991. _ Lakehead University will receive $223,700 to support six projects, including funding to help meet the costs of delivering the Native Teacher Education Program. The program prepares teachers to help Aboriginal people sustain their culture and language and at the same time teach pupils the skills necessary to pursue further education. Lakehead will also use the funding to hold regular meetings for Aboriginal stu_dent~ ~t the ~niversity. The Healing Circles project, run through the University s Native Support Services group, will provide a safe, confidential atmosphere where students can share their experiences and seek the support of their fellow students. While the funding totals are up province-wide over last year's IN THIS ISSUE: figures, University officials and members of the Aboriginal ManageSocial Contract update . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ment Committee are concerned that Momot speaks for fish .. .......... . 3 LU's reduced funding will affect the Athletes of the Year . . .......... ... 5 Native Studies degree program. Quarter Century Club grows........ 10 �REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT Expenditure Control Plan and Social Contract Social ContTad Fisc~ Targets by Sector On Friday, April 23, 1993, the Ontario Government tabled two of the three pieces of the puzzle that will inevitably allow Lakehead University to set its 1993/94 Operating Budget. The third piece of the puzzle will be the Spring Budget expected to be announced in mid to late May. It is clear that public funding is tight, and the budget is expected to continue that trend. (SM) 1993-94 ($M) Health Can (including Hotpital5) 560 OHIP / ODB (mcluding Physicians) 485 Social Services (excludmg Social Assistance / 0D8) Schools 95 290 Colleges and Univenities 85 OPS (Salarie,, Wag~ & DOE) no All Other Programs 1,575 Tot&I 4,000 Social Contract In addition to the Expenditure Control Plans above, the government proposes to save a further $2 billion in 1993/94 via the Social Contract. The targets by sector are substantial with the Colleges' and Universities' share being $170 million of the total targets shown on the table at the top of the page. As I write this, the Province's plans for the Social Contract seem somewhat in chaos as the public sector unions have indicated that they have decided, at least at this stage, not to participate. As the government seems somewhat in control since they hold all of the funding and neither the ministries nor 2 AGORA Hu lth 560 JO Agonci,s, Boards &nd Commlssioru 145 Schools 520 CoU...ga and Univmttiu 170 Ontario Publi<: 5<:vla (O!'S) 290 To~ 2000 S..v,np W'1"' uJcubt.d on Maoral ptopuro,m,. c t 1991-91 tot&l NCl01' «anpeN&ticn but .dJ,:,144 to ml.ct th4I W..000 low lncom. a,to,lf, ~ - Bo.rib and Co:nmJ,.NOf16 ,re ScNJ,uJ. D a m. 5o"oAttt. ManapMnt ~ Savings Plan 190 235 :,,.;oq: Expenditure Control Plan Municipalities MurudpaliriM Scc:W s.rv,.,.. Expenditure Control Plans The news from the Expenditure Control Plans, as far as Lakehead University goes, is a mixture of good and bad. The base grant reductions for 1993/94 will see us lose about $400,000 and that will call for further creative efficiencies. ·one-time· monies, which really are investments in future efficiencies, will disappear and, as far as 1993/94 goes, their loss will have little impact. The bad news is that over a fouryear period the government is withdrawing base funding for Additional Qualification {AQ) courses in Education. At Lakehead University this represents nearly $1 million of our base funding. The impact will be 10 per cent in 1993/94 and the full amount in 4 years. This action by government threatens the integrity of the corridor funding system and the credibility of O.C.U.A. if institutions are not allowed to replace the AO BIU's with unfunded BIU's. I expect this battle to rage for some time. In total, 10 universities are impacted, some more significanUy than Lakehead University. A summary of the Expenditure Control Plans by Sector is given below. Sector Savings Required Sector ol CMllnal/ Onuno MW\iltryol '1w.ra. the broader public sector have budgets, one has to wonder if this is a terminal position. Reproduced below are the precise details of the financial proposal of the Social Contract tabled by the Ontario Government. Details of Rae Government Financial Proposals 1. The Government proposes that each employee in the Broader Public Sector {BPS) and the Ontario Public Sector (OPS) take unpaid leave of 1 day per month (12 days per year) in each of the three years of the Social Contract. Employees below the low-income cutoff level of $25,000 would not be affected. The Government proposes recognition of differing sectoral realities and the need for equivalent. but not identical, measures in some situations. 2. It is proposed that each employer in the public sector, in each of the three Social Contract years, undertake enhanced early retirement and other voluntary workforce adjustment measures. Where public sector pension fund surpluses exist. it is proposed that they be utilized to meet this commitment. The Government proposes 1 per cent of payroll per annum as a reasonable minimum level of commitment by each employer to this initiative. 3. It is proposed that all previously negotiated and scheduled wage rate increases which are effective April 1, 1993 or thereafter, be voluntarily deferred for a period of three years. For example, all April 1, 1993 increases would be deferred until April 1, 1996. 4. It is proposed that all merit increments, movements in salary steps, cost-of-living increases, or ranges also be deferred for three years. 5. It is proposed that all benefit improvements in the Ontario Public Service and the Broader Public Sector also be postponed for the period of the Social Contract. unless they enhance restructuring, such as measures for reskilling and voluntary exit, as noted previously. 6. It is further proposed that a new entry-level pay step with a pay level 5 per cent below the current level, be created for each entry-level position above the $25,000 low-income cutoff throughout the public sector. 7. The Government proposes that the impact of the specific measures to reduce total compensation be reviewed actuarilly for their impact on each public sector pension fund. Reductions in payments towards actuarial deficits would be Continued on page 11 April 1993 ) �AROUND CAMPUS objects such as beer caps and soft drink pull tabs which cut the birds as they attempt to digest them, while old fishing line and plastic bags can strangle and suffocate them. Even fish a!e at risk from garbage. For instance, the plastic holders for six packs of drinks can kill fish is they swim through them and get caught. Dr. Momot admits the organizing committee has taken on a big challenge in planning to clean up more than 25 km of shoreline, but he feels confident that with the help and support of the community a great deal can be accomplished. ·1think one person can do a lot." he says. "And we at LU should set a good example. We have the McIntyre River running right through our property, we should be able to clean up our own backyard." Volunteers who have a few hours to spare on Friday, June 11 or Saturday, June 12 are actively being sought. Volunteers will be organized into clean up teams with specific groups targeted to specific areas. The clean up will particularly appeal to those who enjoy walking, fishing, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and boating. Lakehead University isoneoflhe major sponsors of Wake up to Your Waterfront For more information or to volunteer please call Nancy Weatherley or Jennifer Tell, Co-ordinators of Wake up to Your Waterfront at 768-1826 or fax 768-1889, c/o Lake Superior Programs, 1194 Dawson Road, R.R. #12. Site 8-16, P7B 5E3. BIOLOGY PROF JOINS WATERFRONT CLEAN UP ([ TO HELP FISH Walter Momot, Professor of Biology at LU will be wandering around Thunder Bay Harbour June 11 and 12 looking not for fish specimens but for garbage. Professor Momot is part of a seven member steering committee for Wake up to Your Waterfront- a volunteer shoreline clean up of the lakeshore stretching from Fort William First Nation to Bare Point. And Dr. Momot invites students, alumni, staff and faculty of Lakehead to join him, garbage bag in hand, in an effort to clean the waterfront of visible debris. "This is a do good, feel good project." says Dr. Momot. "This isn't going to clean up the pollution in Lake Superior, but it will educate people by raising awareness about Lake Superior. Righi now it's e~sy to say, 'What's one more cigarette butt?' when you see piles of them. But once the mess is cleaned up maybe people will start to think a bit before dropping their garbage all over the place." Dr. Momol got involved in Wake up to Your Waterfront through sitting on the Public Advisory Committee (PAC) of the Remedial Action Plan (RAP), a volunteer organization dedicated to improving the water quality in Lake Superior. The RAP PAC decided to put on a waterfront clean up as one step toward improving the Lake Superior environment. Dr. rr Momot doesn't represent the university on that committee. He ~ represents the fish. ·1thought they needed somebody to speak for the fish. I don't represent the pulp mills or MNR or even Lakehead, I'm the one who says 'I don't think the fish like this'." Cleaning up the waterfront is directly beneficial to wildlife. Birds particularly are at risk from brightly coloured "Engineers create the world we live in and you can make a difference." This was the message that Gisele Levesque brought to a group of LU students last March when about 40 female engineering students and recent grads joined her for a special luncheon in the Senate Chambers. In the photo Gisele (right) speaks with Rosemary Dudtschak, a senior student who was instrumental in establishing a mentor program for female students in Engineering at LU. Levesque, an industrial engineer who has worked in the pulp and paper industry in New Brunswick, is an assistant to Dr. Monique Frize, University of New Brunswick's Northern Telecom - NSERC Women in Engineering Chair. Gisele previewed a videotape, "Design Tomorrow's World" made to encourage female high school students to ([ conside_r a career in Engineering. Copies of the video-tape are available for viewing by calling Susan at the School of Engineering. 3 AGORA April 1993 �WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE LIBRARY W'91 CENSUS INFORMATION Publications from Canada's most comprehensive social and economic database, the 1991 Census, are arriving in the Library now! The '91 Census includes statistics on topics such as age, sex, marital or common-law status. place of birth, ethnic origin, religion, schooling, occupation, income and housing. These publications are located on the main floor of The Chancellor Paterson Library in the Government Publications Room. While using census publications can sometimes be overwhelming, trained staff are available at the Information Desk to assist you. Two census guides also simplify the process: the 1991 Census Catalogue and the 1991 Census Dictionary. If you need statistics on small towns in Northwestern Ontario, Profiles of Census Divisions and Subdivisions in Ontario is a comprehensive source. Detailed statistics on Thunder Bay can be found in the Profile of Census Tracts in North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay census tract. For assistance with '91 Census information, come to the Information Desk on the main floor of The Chancellor Paterson Library or call 343-6302. The Library has also ordered the complete 1991 Census of Canada on magnetic tape. The files are being released to us as they become available from Statistics Canada. The first set should arrive at the end of April. To access the Census files, users must arrange for a special Census account with Computing Services and must have a working knowledge of SPSSx (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). For more information, contact Val Gibbons in the Computerized Search Services Office or call 343-6129. SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM RE-ACCREDITED THE 1995 CHAMPIONSHIPS AND UNIVERSITY RESEARCH To date, approximately 20 faculty members have expressed an interest in working with the Nordics Championships Research Centre (NCRC), an organization that held its first general meeting on April 13. The NCRC has three main goals: to encourage research projects focused on the Nordic World Championships; to facilitate an efficient research process; and, to support cooperative and/or collaborative activity. The NCRC will comprise a network of Research Associates and a working committee. Research Associate membership will be open to Lakehead University faculty who are intending to undertake research related to the championships, and individuals who are involved with collaborative research with NCRC Research Associates. Benefits of membership in the NCRC include: - opportunities to share resources, workloads and research - assistance and advice in obtaining necessary approvals for research access to an information network links to the Nordic World Ski Championships Organizing Committee - a profile as a member of a research 'centre of excellence' links to internal (LU.) and external groups and individuals An organizational working committee of the NCRC has been struck. Members are: Margaret Johnston (Department of Geography and Centre for Northern Studies); Moira McPherson (Department of Physical Education); Ian Newhouse (Department of Physical Education); John Shultis (School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism); and, Dave Twynam (School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism). Resource persons might be invited to participate in some of the activities of this committee. AGORA After an indepth review by the Canadian Association of Schools of Social Work, LU's Department of Social Work has been re-accredited for a seven-year period beginning January 1, 1993. "The unique factor about LU's program,· says Department Chair Roger Delaney, 'is that we have an integrated curriculum. All faculty members have agreed to adopt an ·ecological perspective' to the practice of social work. And we are focussed on training true, Northern practitioners." An ecological view of social work practice stresses the social worker's role in providing and facilitating a comprehensive range of helping experiences which relate to the client's needs as a whole person. ·students who graduate from LU's program are attractive to employers because they are highly adaptive; says Delaney. The Department's goals over the next few years are to continue to address the needs of the Native Communities, to develop a means to evaluate the ' ecological' approach to Social Work and then to publish their findings. 4 Smiling through a mound of year end receipts just seems to come naturally to Cathy Trojan of the Development Office who processes a/I the tax receipts and keeps track of all fundraising projects. April 1993 ) �iiM4i JOHN TONEGUZZI CHINH HOANG cc Does the title "Private Investigator" conjure up Raymond Chandler-esque images from days gone by? That is what John Toneguzzi was doing for a living before he took full-time employment with Lakehead University as a Security Attendant. Now his job requires him to keep an eye on security monitors: notify security officers: give out keys to authorized personnel and generally be on hand to assist with any emergency situations that might arise on campus. Born and raised in Thunder Bay, John worked as a labourer for Canadian Pacific Forest Products and attended Confederation College briefly before taking up full-time employment with a private company as a security guard. He says he enjoys the security business because, ·every day is different· and there are always new and challenging situations to be resolved.· For recreation John likes to hunt and to fish. He also enjoys scuba-diving, especially around the four shipwrecks he says are sunk just off the Welcome Islands. Over the years John has put a lot of time into Security work - sometimes to the dismay of his wife Karen and their eightmonth-old-daughter, Kaitlyn. But this summer the whole family (including their pet German Shepherd), is looking forward to some leisure lime at their camp on Northern Lights Lake. Theoretical computer science and discreet mathematics are two subjects Chinh Hoang most enjoys. An Assistant Professor with the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Chinh came to LU. in 1991 from Bonn, West Germany. There he spent two years on a Humboltd Fellowship doing research at the Research Centre for Discreet Mathematics. Before that he spent four years teaching computer • science at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Chinh did all his post-secondary studies at McGill University in Montreal starting with a BA program and finishing with his PhD in Computer Science in 1985. Although he likes teaching, Chinh says he enjoys research more and is happy now to be the Research Officer for the department. Born in Viet Nam, Chinh left Saigon shortly after the war ended in 1975. He and his mother emigrated to Canada to join Chinh's brother who was studying in Montreal. Chinh met his wife Anh in Montreal. In addition to sharing their love of computer science (Anh has a degree in computer science from the University of Quebec in Montreal), Anh and Chinh both like to play the piano. Since the birth of their baby, Julian, a year ago they haven't had a lot of time, but on occasion they have been known to wander over to the Visual Arts and Music Centre to play music together. Chinh's favorite composer is Chopin. UNIVERSITY ATHLETES OF THE YEAR 92-93 cc Wrestler Jim Gowanlock and volleyball player Kelly Breutigam were named the male and female athletes of the year at Lakehead University's awards banquet. Gowanlock, a Thunder Bay native who made a return to wrestling after a severe injury, had a banner season. He won his weight class at the Ontario championships, as well as two tournaments. He finished second at the nationals and was selected as a second-team All-Canadian. His overall season record was 19 wins and only two losses. Breutigam, a fourth-year Physical Education student from Ajax, Ont., received honorable mention as an AllCanadian after leading the province in kills. In her career at Lakehead, she is first in kills, aces and digs. 5 AGORA Campus Development knows how to throw a retirement party. Planning it for Jackie Johnston and Bill Makiw, long time and loved employees, made it a special and well attended occasion. Jackie has promised to share her memories over coffee for the next issue. April 1993 �JURIED STUDENT EXHIBITION Orangized by the Thunder Bay Art Gallery in conjunction with the Lakehead University Department of Visual Arts, this year's Lakehead University Juried Student Exhibition marked the 16th Anniversary of the exhibit at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery, reflecting the continuing partnership between the two institutions. A fascinating diversity of painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, prints, and mixed media pieces demonstrated the freedom of expression and sense of exploration inherent in these works produced by Visual Arts students this year. In total, there were 94 works in the exhibit. representing the efforts of 52 students The work was selected by a Jury of three art professionals from the community: Janet Anderson, Walter Kuch, and Fiona Blaikie. J SELECTED BY JURY Munro Family Award, Nicholas West. "Eclipse·, Ceramic; L.U.S.U. Purchase Award, Kristine Malek, "Recent Finds' , Etching; Dean's Awards: Painting ($75), Russell Bunn, "Reservation View', Painting; Sculpture ($75), Scott Bond, •Juggernaut", Sculpture; Printmaking ($75), Ahmoo Angeconeb, "Fall Print #2", Print; Drawing ($75), Cathy Kozyza, ·untitled #2", Pencil on paper; Ceramics (75), George Lannon, ·set of Two Bowls' , Ceramic; Juror's Awards: Painted Turtle Award ($100), Andrew Elvish, ·colourfield", Painting; Perts Framing Award Rob Jamieson, President of ($100), Ross Taylor, "Pragg", LUSU, congratulates Kristina Etching; Thunder Bay Art Malek on her award. Gallery (honorary membership), Mary Jenner, "No Self Control', Painting; Windsor Plywood Award (useful tools), Scott Cooper, ·sexicide", Painting; Definitely Superior Award (honorary membership), Pat Thorton, "Energy Transformation II", Ceramics. Contemplating Rick Tiihonen's 'Found and Lost' Atwood, Shaw Labine Award ($100), Andrew Elvish, 'Two Figures·, Painting; Framing Post Award ($50), Elizabeth Cramb, 'Series Ill', Printmaking; Framing Experience ($100), Barbara Boucher, 'Pigeon's Paradise', Painting; Thunder Bay Society of Architects Award ($250 x 2), Mary Jenner, "No Self Control', Painting; Alice Massaro, ·seated Goddess·, Printmaking. SELECTED BY MRS. TERRI TRAINOR: William Trainor Memorial Award ($100), Kailey Long, ·woman in Movement", Painting. SELECTED BY DONORS: Eagle Feather Art Shop & Gallery Award ($100), Rick Tiihonen, "Found and Lost", Drawing; 6 AGORA Russell Bunn, left, receives the Dean's Award from Dr. Jim Gellert April 1993 �Director: Dr. Connie Nelson exl 8793 Research Officer: Anne Klymenko exl 8223 Health Research Officer: Kelly Morris 343-2131 Graduate Studies Assistant: Lynn Golla! ext. 8785 Research Secretary: Lynn Wilson ext. 8283 New Fax Number. 346-7749 Congratulations are also in order to Dr. Robert Dilley, Geography, who was awarded his first Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRCC) award. He will talk about his project next month. Dr. Tom Dunk Sociology/Northern Studies Dr. Stephen McBride Political Studies Dr. Randy Nelson Socidogy Compared to earlier periods in the postwar era, the present labour market has ahigher percentage of unemployed persons, more part-time employment. a stronger bifurcation between "good" and "bad" jobs, and more strident employer demands that labour be flexible. Globalization, technological change, international competitiveness, privatization, and deregulation will force even greater changes in the labour market. A common response to this situation is to look to education and training to promote worker flexibility, enhance competitiveness, attract industry, and maintain high-wage employment. This project examines this linkage through an analysis of the policies and programs for educational upgrading and retrainingin the labour adjustment process at the federal and provincial level. We will compare the goals and perceptions of needs of policy makers, those who areresponsible for delivering the programs which follow from the policies, and those who receive these programs. Detailed studies of specific programs available to workers affected by economic restructuring in the pulp and paper and food processing sectors will enable us to determine the extent to which the goals of macro policies are realized at the micro level, and the degree of correspondence between the perceived needs of policy makers, those who deliver programs, and displaced workers. Case studies will allow us to determine the extent to which variables such as the nature of past work, gender and ethnicity influence the experience of educational upgrading and retraining in the labour adjustment process. We will compare our data to information about the experience of educational upgrading and retraining in the labour adjustment process in Sweden and the United States, nations which are commonly thought to have radically different approaches to dealing with issues related to economic change and labour markets. This will allow us to understand the extent to which states are able to use training and education to mitigate the negative aspects of economic restructuring. PRESTIGIOUS SSHRCC AWARDS FOR RESEARCHERS compare government policy and Lakehead University what the workers are really researchers received the exciting experiencing.· His co-investiganews that two projects had been tors bring vast research approved by SHHRCC. Principal backgrounds from very different investigator Dr. Tom Dunk was perspectives, "which I believe awarded $119,000 over 3 years strengthened our proposal." for a project he will oversee with McBride's research will focus two colleagues. The fascinating mainly in the area of public aspect of Dunk's proposal on policy regarding employment unemployment is the cross and retraining. "We'll look at disciplinary nature of the new programs, including the research and the support and implementation process, to see cooperation of two partners. the how they are working". Canadian Paperworkers' Union Nelson will have the and the United Food and opportunity to investigate the Commercial Workers Union. Co- changing technologies and investigators will be Dr. Stephen report what happens to the McBride, Political Studies, and workers when a work place Dr. Randy Nelson, Sociology. changes. Nelson's vast research Calling ii "timely" research, Dr. background in education and Tom Dunk says that the central retraining will focus on the core of the research is to test the impact of plant shut downs, and widespread assumption that what happens to families when training or retraining is the the primary wage earner ((·mswer lo the unemployment becomes unemployed. • issue. "Because we will be A portion of the abstract interviewing the workers follows. involved, we will be able to Research News 1 April 1993 �RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES salary replacement. to a maximum of $53,000. Support for research and laboratory costs must be obtained from other sources. In recent Killam competitions, approximately 10% of the applicants have received fellowships. The deadline for applications is June 30, 1993. ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF CANADA CANADIAN NURSES FOUNDATION The primary objective of the research program is to support activities that will enhance information relevant to the biomedical, psychological and social aspects of Alzheimer Disease. Research Grants are available in the design and execution of biomedical research, in the cause and cure of Alzheimer Disease, and in the exploration of non-biomedical areas, focusing on the social and psychological aspects of Alzheimer Disease, caregiving, family support and long-term care. Deadline: October 15,1993. AUCC GOING GLOBAL· EUROPE 1992 Program to Stimulate Scientific and Technological Cooperation The program enables Canadian universities to explore, establish or consolidate joint research and technology development projects with European partners that should lead to industrial or economic advances for Canada. A contribution is available in this competition, to a maximum value of $5,000 per project. to cover travel. Funds may cover the travel costs of Canadian university representatives who wish to meet with European partners, or missions to Canada by representatives from European partner organizations. The European partner country must be based in one of the countries or organizations on the EAITC list, which can be obtained from the Research Office. For this competition, the university (or another source) must match the contribution in cash or in kind, to cover al least one third of the total cost. Applications must be received by AUCC no later than May 31, 1993. CANADA COUNCIL KILLAM PROGRAM Research proposals pertaining to nursing practice, education or administration are considered for funding. Canadian Nurses Foundation research grants range from $5,000 to $15,000. Deadline: June 15, 1993. CANADIAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION The Grant-in Aid Program will provide funding to support research into causes, prevention, cure, management and understanding of diabetes and its effects on those affected by diabetes. Deadline: July 31, 1993. HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF CANADA The Heart and Stroke Foundation offers support for projects of an experimental nature in cardiovascular, stroke or health education research or development for up to 3 years. Deadline: September 1, 1993. GENESIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION The Genesis Research foundation, Eating Disorder Program, is pleased to announced the first annual deadline for grant submissions in the field of Eating Disorders. Two types of projects will be considered for funding. They involve Awareness and Education and Research. Currently, funding for each porject will bt ..)) limited to $10,000. Deadline: May 15, 1993 HUMAN FRONTIER SCIENCE PROGRAM ORGANIZATION (HFSPO) This program aims to promote, through international collaboration, basic research to elucidate the complex mechanisms of living organisms, including man. Applications are solicited for the support of research grants, fellowships and workshops in the areas set out below. The program distributed about $16 million on new awards in 1993 and aims to spend a similar amount in 1994. The Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Prizes following areas of research will be supported: Three prizes valued at $50,000 are awarded in the fields of (A)Basic Research for the elucidation of brain functions the natural sciences, engineering, and the health science. Prizes 1.Elementary processes are not related to a particular achievement. but rather are given in 2.Perception & Cognition recognition of a distinguished career contribution to one of the 3.Movement & Behaviour above fields. Scholars cannot apply for this award on their own 4.Memory & Leaming behalf, but must be nominated by three experts in their fields. The 5.Language and Thinking deadline for nominations is June 30, 1993. (B)Basic research for the elucidation of biological functions through molecular level approaches Killam Research Fellowships 1.Expression of Genetic Information These Fellowships are offered on a competitive basis to 2.Morphogenesis support researchers in any of the following broad fields: humani3.Molecular Recognition & Responses ties, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, engineering 4.Energy Conversion and studies linking any of the disciplines. The purpose of the Grants for Research, Fellowships and Workshops are Fellowship is to provide released time to an individual scholar who available for researchers from the following eligible countries: wishes to pursue independent research. The Fellowships are Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, SWitzerland, U.K., U.S.A. aimed at established scholars who have demonstrated outstanding and non-summit EC member countries. The deadline for requestability through substantial publications in their fields over a period ing application forms is August 1, 1993, with a submission of several years. Requests for up to two years of support will be deadline date of September, 1 1993. Mor e . . . considered. Killam Research Fellowships provide partial or full 2 April 1993 Research News The Killam Awards are intended to support scholars of exceptional ability engaged in research projects of broad significance and widespread interest. Two categories of awards are offered under the Killam Program: Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Prizes and the Killam Research Fellowships. �NATURAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING RESEARCH COUNCIL OF CANADA to U.S.-Canada bilateral relations. Individuals as well as institutions are welcome to apply. Substantive proposals for curriculum development. conferences, publications and special projects. enhancing the study of the United States and Canadian-American relations at Canadian Universities, will be considered. Deadline: September 1, 1993. Opportunities for Research with Japan Japan Science and Technology Fund NSERC administers the academic component of the Japan Science and Technology Fund (JSTF) on behalf of External Affairs and International Trade Canada (EAITC). The program provides contributions to the cost of research involving Canadian scientists and engineers in their counterparts in Japan. Eligible activities include: short-term visits to Japan (maximum 4 weeks): long-term research exchanges (6 -18 months) in a Japanese host laboratory; collaborative R&D projects: and Japanese language training. Applicants must be Canadian citizens-or permanent residents of Canada affiliated with a Canadian university and must hold a doctoral degree or possess the equivalent. UPCOMING GRADUATE AWARDS Northern Bursary Program Deadline: June 1 Sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services, this Program offers financial assistance to post-secondary students pursuing careers in specialized social services. Applications available from the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. Fellowships for research in Japan On behalf of the administering Japanese agencies, NSERC accepts applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada for the following Japanese fellowships programs: NSERC Special Postgraduate Scholarships for Employed Scientists and Engineers Employed scientists and engineers may be eligible to apply for a special NSERC scholarship to assist in their return to graduate studies. Candidates must: 1) hold atleast a bachelor's degree in engineering; 2) be currently employed in a scientific or engineering field and have at least 12 months of relevant full-time work experience at the time of application for the award; 3) be thinking about returning to university in the fall of 1993 to obtain a master's or doctoral degree; 4) not already have applied to NSERC for a postgraduate scholarship in the fall of 1992; and 5) be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Applications are accepted between May 1 and July 15, 1993. • Science and Technology Agency (STA) Fellowships: tenable at a Japanese national laboratory, in any field in the natural sciences, health sciences or engineering; • Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Postdoctoral Fellowships for Foreign Researchers: tenable at a Japanese university, in any field in the natural sci, ences, health sciences, humanities, or engineering. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, preferably received within the last 5 years. Applications may be submitted at anytime. ONTARIO MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION UPCOMING CONFERENCES The objectives of the Foundation are: 1) to support research which will improve and enlarge the knowledge required to promote mental health and to prevent, treat and cure mental disorders; 2) to collect information about mental illness, and the sciences bearing upon mental illness, 3) to provide information to practitioners so that knowledge generated by investigation is prompUy disseminated and used; and 4) to communicate the results of research. Deadline: October 1, 1993. EVALUATION, SOCIAL SCIENCE AND PUBLIC POLICY Sponsored by SSHRC and the Economic and Social Research Council, United Kingdom, June 9 - 11, 1993, Chateau Laurier Hotel, Ottawa, Canada. LEARNED SOCIETIES CONFERENCE - May 30 to June 13, 1993, Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario Canada. ONTARIO MINISTRY OF HEALTH Health Care Systems Research Grants Competition There will not be a May 1 submission deadline for major projects for 1993-94 under this program. The availability of research funds for 1993-94 has not yet been confirmed. When the status of research funding for 1993-94 is clarified, a submission deadline that will provide applicants with at least two months notice will be announced. REDRESSING THE IMBALANCE: Health Human Resources in Rural and Northern Communities. Sponsored by the Northern Health Human Resources Research Unit (NHHRRU). October 21-24, 1993, Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay, Ontario. For additional information, please contact Connie Hartviksen, NHHRRU at 343-2135. UNITED STATES EMBASSY ({ Grants in American Studies 93-94 These grants are intended lo support American Studies at Canadian universities and to encourage special projects pertaining Research News 3 April 1993 �November 15. Health and Welfare Canada: NHRDP - Deadline changed to October 1, 1993, but NHRDP will also accept applications from June 1st onward to accommodate applicants who found the earlier date more convenient; Career Awards - July 31, 1993; Conferences and Workshops - six months prior to the event. Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada- September 1, 1993. Human Frontier Science Program - August 1, 1993 (for requests of forms). LSB Leakey Foundation: General Grants - August 15, 1993 and January 2, 1994; Franklin Mosher Baldwin Fellowship January 2, 1994. National Research Council - Laboratories Research Associateships - Open. Ontario Mental Health Foundation - October 1, 1993. Ontario Ministry of Health - Nursing Innovation Fund - January 1, May 1, September 1; Health Research Grants (May 1, 1993 competition cancelled), Feasibility Studies (Open), Formulation Grants (Open). Information Studies (May 1 and November 1), Workshops and Conferences (Open). Risk Research Institute, University of Waterfoo - June 15, 1993 and October 15, 1993. Secretary of State: Canadian Studies Directorate - Open. SHASTRI lndo-Canadian Institute Fellowship Competition June 30, 1993. Supply and Services Canada: Environmental Innovation Program - Open. United States Embassy Grants in American Studies - September 1, 1993. Wildlife Habitat Canada - Habitat Conservation, Restoration and • Enhancement Projects (March 15 and September 15); Communication and Education Projects (March 15 and September 15); Research Projects (March 1). Worfd Wildlife Fund (Wildlife Toxicology Research Program) November 15 and April 15. UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES SENATE RESEARCH COMMITTEE DEADLINES NSERC and SSHRC Conference Travel - May 15, 1993 NSERC Research Travel - May 15, 1993 LU-MCMASTER NORTHERN ONTARIO HEALTH RESEARCH GRANTS - May 3, 1993. NSERC Programs Bilateral Exchange Program - March 1 and October 15 NSERC/SSHRC Chairs in the Management of Technological Change - July 1, 1993 Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships - June 1 and December 1. University-Industry Research Partnerships Program - Open. International Collaborative Research Grants - October 15 and March 1. International Scientific Exchange Awards - October 15 and March 1. Scientific Publication Grants -April 15 and October 1. Japan Science and Technology Fund - Open Fellowships for research in Japan (STA and JSPS) - Open SSHRC Programs Aid to Occasional Scholarfy Conferences in Canada - July 1, November 1, April 1. NSERC/SSHRC Chairs in the Management of Technological Change- July 1, 1993. Strategic Partnership Development Grants - November 1, January 15, April 15. OTHER RESEARCH PROGRAMS Agriculture and Food, Ministry of: Research Program May 3, 1993. Alzheimer Society of Canada - October 15, 1993. Association of Commonwealth Universities - Development Fellowships- May 31, 1993. AUCC: Going Global - Europe 1992 Program to Stimulate Scientific and Technological Cooperation - May 31, 1993. AUCC: Professional Partnerships Program with Central and Eastern Europe - Open Deadline. Canada Council Killam Program - June 30, 1993. CBIE: Partners in Progress for Central and Eastern Europe - Open Deadline. Canadian Diabetes Association - July 31, 1993. Canadian Nurses Foundation Research Grants Program June 15, 1993. Canadian Studies and Special Projects Directorate 1993-94 (April 1, 1993 and November 1, 1993). Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/Bursaries January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. Health and Welfare Canada/MRC -AIDS Research Program March 15 and September 15; Joint Fellowships for AIDS Postdoctoral Fellowships - April 1 and Research News Brighter Futures Call for Letter of Intent Deadline May 28, 1993 Health and Welfare Canada National Health Research and Development Program (NHRDP) Request for proposal focusing on children who face greater-thannormal risks of poor health, disability or injury. Call: Kelly Morris The Office of Research and Graduate Studies, in conjunction with the Office 9f Information Services, is asking all faculty to share 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 community or if you would like to profile your research expertise. RESEARCH NEWS enjoys an audience of approximately 2000 and can be a valuable vehicle for communicating your research endeavours to the community at large. For further research information call Anne Klymenko at ext. 8223 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. For information about Foundations, call Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at ext. 8910 or drop by Alumni House. 4 ... April 1993 �APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, PUBLICATIONS, PEOPLE Dr. Daniel J. Weeks, Assistant Professor, School of Physical Education, announces that he will be leaving Lakehead University. He has accepted a position in the Human Factors Laboratory at Simon Fraser University. He would like to thank everyone in the Lakehead University community for their friendship and support of his efforts while here. construct. implment and evaluate a community issues survey, funded through the "Brighter Futures· program of the Medical Services Branch, Ministry of Healtyh and Welfare. The Survey will examine mental Health, child development. solvent abuse, injury prevention, healthy babies, and parenting skills. Dr. Hill is also presenting two papers al the Gerontology Forum '93 Conference at the Airlane Motor Hotel, April 28-30, 1993. The topics are: ·social dilemmas: the ethics of assisted suicide', and "The Sociology of Bereavement: an Interdisciplinary Instructional Model in Gerontology". He will also present a Roundtable at the Learned Societies Conference in Ottawa, July4-7, on the topic "The Sociology of the Body: the NudisV Naturist Issue." Publications Dr. A. Sedov, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering is the author of two recently published papers. "Ultrasonic scattering of a flat-bottom hole in immersion testing: An analytical model", Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, 92, pp. 478-486 (1992) and "A focussed beam/ scatterer mcxlel for ultrasonic reference standards", Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, 12A, D. 0. Thompson and D. E. Chimenti, Eds., Plenum Press, New York, pp. 925-931 (1993). Both papers were coauthored with Dr. L. W. Schmerr of Iowa State University. C Research Dr. Said Easa, Professor of Civil Engineering, spent three months (October to December, 1992) as a Visiting Research Fellow al the Institute of Industrial Science in Tokyo. This research program was sponsored by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science which promotes international cooperation and mutual understanding in scientific research. While in Japan, Dr. Easa's research focused on the analysis of traffic safety on Tokyo metropolitan expressways. One of the main findings of this research is that curvilinear highway alignments are safer than the traditional linear alignments. Patricia Vervoort, Associate Professor, Department of Visual Arts, has published "Re-Constructing Van Gogh: Paintings as Sculptures· as a chapter in The Low Countries and Beyond, Robert Kirsner (UCLA), ed. Lanham, MD: University Press of America, 1993, pp. 15-33.She also presented a paper entitled "Challenging the Colonial Discourse: Texts in Paintings" at the Second Biennial Conference on Culture, Society and Change in the Americas, March 10-14, 1993, al the Universidad de los Andes, Merida.Venezuela. Professor Vervoort was one of the judges, in the 1993 essay competition for the Martin Eli Weil Prize of the Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada. The prize is offered for the best paper on Canadian architecture or the built environment written by a student at either the undergraduate or graduate level in a Canadian university. Ms. Pam Wakewich, Department of Sociology/ Women's Studies, will begin doctoral studies in the fall of 1993 in the Department of Sociology at the University of Warwick in the U.K. Her broad area of focus is the Sociology of the Bcxly. Within this field, her doctoral research will comprise an examination of contemporary social representations of the ·normal" or "healthy" female bcxly and how these relate to women's experiences of body and health as well as the nature and scope of biomedical practice at various life stages. An appropriate short title for the research might be ·women, Health and the Social Body". UNIVERSITY COMMITTEE INVITES INPUT FROM STUDENTS AND FACULTY President Rosehart has appointed a five-person committee for the biennial review of the Code of Student Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures with a particular focus on academic misconduct and appropriate sanctioning therefor . The present Code contains five major sections: Article I Students' rights and responsibilities Article II Proscriptions Article Ill Sanctions defined Article IV Enforcement procedures Article V Appeal tribunals and procedure Drs. David A. Nock and Randle W. Nelsen of the Department of Sociology published a chapter entitled ·schooling and Inequality" in the major new introductory textbook, Contemporary Sociology: Critical Perspectives. edited by P. S. Li and B. S. Solaria of the University of Saskatchewan (Toronto: Copp Clark Pitman Ltd., 1993, pp. 328-351). The chapter includes several photographs from the Lakehead University archives and the University received written acknowledgment for its contribution Copies of the Code are available from UC2008 or the Registrar's Office. Anyone wishing to comment on the strengths and/or weaknesses of the present Code are invited to do so. Send your written comments to either Mrs. Bev Stefureak (President's Office) or Committee Chair, Dr. Ken Brown, (School of Forestry). Workshops ( Dr. Terry L. Hill, Department of Sociology, recently conducted a full day workshop for the Gull Bay First Nations. on the topic of Suicide Prevention. Dr. Hill has been also asked to AGORA t April 1993 �NEWS FROM THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Alumni Volunteer lo Toronto where he eventually became a partner first with Peat Bill McDermott Marwick Stevenson and Kellogg and then Price Waterhouse. Today, as president of McDermott Group Inc., a management consulting firm with a focus on finacial institutions and govern_) ments, McDermott oversees two offices in Halifax and Toronto. Connections with southern Ontario financial institutions encouraged Dr. Rosehart and John Russell to approach Bill as a possible member of the Share Our Northern Vision Campaign Cabinet. As a member of the Campaign Cabinet, McDermott sees his role as increasing the awareness of Lakehead University in corporate Toronto. ·1 come across Boards where many of the members' sons and daughters have attended LU,' says McDermott. McDermott is pleased with how the campaign is going and finds the uniqueness of Lakehead University one of the greatest selling points. "The native programs, Forestry, and transition programs are of interest to funders,· he says. Bill McDermott has many fond memories of his years as student and employee of Lakehead University. Working in the records office he had an opportunity to know a lot of the student issues and tried to address those issues. He even met his wife Ruby when she was working in the Fieldhouse. The McOermotts live in Mississauga and enjoy Blue Jay games, golf and the occasional escape to warm climates. One of Bill's favourite past times is reading - novels by Clancy are a few of his "favs·. Don't forget. there may be an MBA and a Certificate in International Finance from the International Management Institute in Geneva, Switzerland, in between, but Bill McDermott's first Lakehead University degree was a , Bachelor of Arts majoring in English. -' by Nancy Angus (BA '81) Bill McDermott's accomplishments are listed in the 1992 edition of the Canadian Who's Who. Many of those accomplishments centre around McDermott's involvement with Lakehead University as a student, employee and now member of the Share Our Northern Vision Campaign Cabinet. In the 1970s, McDermott worked in the LU Registrar's office and started taking evening classes towards an English degree. With his BA behind him, Bill enrolled in the graduate diploma in Business Administration program. The opportunity to combine academic pursuits with a full-time job was the perfect learning opportunity for business. In fact. McDermott uses an example of an LU project in many of his manangement consulting jobs today. ·we were developing a new students records system in the Registrar's office, and as a part of my business project we involved a number of the workers in developing the system that they would have to use everyday,' says McDermott. The workers had a major impact on improving the records system and that example was a turning point in McDermott's business career. "It enlightened me that people - all employees, not just management - really make the difference in business decisions." McDermott continued with his business studies and moved Nancy Angus is the Supervisor of Volunteer Services at Dawson Court in Thunder Bay and a volunteer with the Alumni Association of Lakehead University. ALUMNI VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENING - CANDLELIGHT CABARET Close to 80 volunteers with the Lakehead University Alumni Association turned out on Friday, April 16th for an evening of wine tasting and Broadway style entertainment in the Faculty Lounge. Wine connoisseur, David Bruzzese (BA'79) had worked with the Alumni Association and Liquor Services Manager James Marsh to provide a selection of fine Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon wines from countries around the world. Guests were invited to enjoy and compare samples (sold at a modest cost) and then to enjoy the musical talents of Jo-Ann Waytowich, Glen Patterson and Marcella Smithers. The evening was hosted by emcee Jim Kalyta (BAdmin'82), a member of the Board of Directors and CHEERS MATES! Australian Chardonnay was just one of the wines a formal "ttiank you· was given by Mrs. Betty Coates available for taste testing at the successful candelight cabaret honouring alumni volunteers. Organizer Frances Harding toasts the guests with David (BScN'69), President of the Alumni Association and Bruzzese who selected the wines for the evening. Dr. Rosehart. 8 AGORA April 1993 �CAMPAIGN UPDATE Capital Campaign Phonathon by Scott Fortnum, Manager, Alumni SeNices C In early February a group of students returned to the phones in an effort to raise a portion of the $250,000 the Alumni Board committed to the Halliday Hall Fellowship Residence/ Alumni House project. Many of these were veterans from the Annual Fund Phonathon in the fall and some were new to the phones. Because of their efforts and the enthusiastic support of the Alumni, the project will become a reality. We've been making a concerted effort to contact those who were unable to give to the Annual Fund this year. At time of writing we had contacted 4,934 grads, received firm pledges or gifts from 1,120, and raised $191,825! We are well over half way to our goal after contacting only a small portion of our grads. The callers are doing a great job and LU Alumni are behind the project. This group, all Lakehead students, is committed to the continued development of their University. One of the callers summed things up quite well: 'We're helping to make Lakehead a better place, and that makes it all worthwhile'. So callers, on behalf of the entire University community - Thank you. Back row left to right, Kevin Reid, Mary Beth Coates, Catherine Maclssac, Susan Hazuda, "Jazzy' Mhajan, Chris Cannessa, Meseret Abebe, Second row standing, Brad Johnson, Adam Molai, Kristin Lapier, Jennifer Frakas, Kneeling and sitting left to right, Manager Scott Fortnum, Jamie Swanson, Michelle Wywrot, Glen Gosse, Josef Frank and front row, Chris Handfield and Neil Christopher. Absent from photo: Guthrie Jenkins, Jim Johnson, Jason Kelder, Donna Mae Kunc, Robert Mason, Cindy Tisdal/, Marcie Trainor, and Roxanne Gaspari. Bursary Established by Polish Combatants C The most welcome visitors on a University campus these days are those bearing gifts especially money gifts of $5,000! Lucy Kowalczyk, presented the cheque to VicePresident John Whitfield in order to establish the Polish Combatants Royal Canadian Legion Branch #219 Past Presidents' Bursary/ Scholarship. 9 AGORA Instructor Anthea Kyle, standing and holding the cheque, says the students of English 2800 know how to party - and fundraise!. Proceeds from their spring dance at the Boda in Thunder Bay raised more than $1,000 We at the Leaming Assistance Centre, • said Geraldine White, right, "are enthusiastic about helping students ... we appreciate both the money and the positive message conveyed by choosing us.• April 1993 �Japun UMOU ~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -~ r . - - - - - - - - - - - - , Employee Assistance I Health & Safety Notes I Program (EAP): If you are injured on the job, notify your supervisor immediately (if you're injured at night. notify Security). If required, get first aid from Health Services between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.. or Security at other times. Go to Human Resources immediately to complete an Incident Report and to pick up applicable WCB forms if you will be seeking medical aid. If you're feeling low, donY despair. The I sun has a sinking spell every night, but it I comes back up every morning. I A Uving With Loss group will be starting up on April 29. This is for people who have recenUy suffered losses other than I death, i.e. loss of a relationship, job, I health, etc. To enrol, contact the I Behavioural Sciences Centre at 343-4626f The next stress and Self Control and I Assertive Communications courses I offered by the Behavioural Sciences Centre will be held in September. Watch I future Agoras for exact dates and times. I 1 1 Frequently Asked Questions: Q: A: Do I need to report an accident even if I don't need first or medical aid? Yes. The Incident Report will establish the basic facts of your claim should you need to refer to them in the future. Q: Can I tell the doctor or nurse not to file a WCB claim for an injury? No. Health professionals are legally obliged to report work-related A: injuries to the WCB. If I can't do my regular duties because of my injuries, do I have to stay Q: away from work? I No. If your doctor approves, you may return to Modified Work (i.e. ·ught A: Your EAP Representatives I Duty"). Richard Stucky CGA I Q: What if I don't need to see a doctor at the time of my injury, but need Bill Hepditch IUOE I medical attention later on ... what should I do? Michel Morton LUFA I Report to Human Resources. We will complete the necessary WCB A: Marianne Arvelin OPEIU I paperwork at that time. If you see a doctor outside normal working Kerrie-Lee Clarke Schedule II I hours, notify Human Resources on the next business day. John Bonofiglio Schedule I I Do I need a medical certificate to return to work when I'm injured on the Q: Jack Drewes SEI U Gerry Hashiguchi Technicians job? L---------You will need a completed medical certificate if you have sought A: medical attention. Human Resources will provide you with the OBIP Update: appropriate forms. Ontario residents leaving the province for Are medical certificates required while I'm off work on lost time? a period of more than six months must Q: Yes. You will need to submit a medical certificate monthly while you're notify OHIP in order to continue coverage A: off work. The certificate will tell us when you're ready for modified or during a temporary absence. They will L----.:..p_re-_i...:.nj_ury...._w_o_rk_._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ____, needthereasonforyourdeparture, and r - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , may require a verification of your return at I Holiday Schedule I a later date. In the event that your family I I is travelling with you, a separate form is I Monday, May 24 Victoria Day I necessary for each individual. This form Thursday, July 1 Canada Day is also used when you no longer require I Monday, August 2 Civic Holiday I coverage, change your name or address, I Monday, September 6 Labour Day I or require a replacement Health Card. I Monday, October 11 Thanksgiving Day I Change of Information forms are available I Christmas Break The University will be closed I from th!3 OHIP office at Mini-Queen's Park at noon Friday, Dec. 24; 1993 to on James Street. Q... _ _ _ _ _ & including Monday, Jan. 3, 1994 r.=====================::::;i ~ L_ J ~ ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Did you know that there is a Staff Fund that sends flowers or fruit • baskets to help cheer up participating employees who are sick. and : flowers or donations to a favourite charity are sent in cases of bereave. ment. In the past. a nominal amount has been contributed by partici- • paling employees as necessary to keep up the ·kitty". Starting soon, $1.00 will be deducted every month. This is completely voluntary, and9 if you would like to become a member, contact Human Resources at : 8334. Also, please remember to notify Human Resources if you know• of someone who is sick or has had a death in the immediate family. We can't send something if we don't know about it!! • ! ! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1 . -_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ AGORA 10 Note: We want to make this bulletin as informative and useful as possible. If you have any questions to ask us, or have any suggestions for items or articles you would like to see printed, please contact us in Human Resources at 8334. 'Coming Next Month: \. - Modified Work - Videos you can borrow April 1993 J �:lnLAST BITES President's Report continued from page 2 C savings credited to the Social Contract target. Surpluses created by these measures would be utilized to enhance early retirement. A key plank in the universities' position in front of the Social Contract table is the need to recognize and respect the autonomy of the universities of Ontario. As well, in terms of our future knowledge-based society, it is vitally important to see postsecondary education spending as investments in the future and not liabilities to the public purse. Lakehead University's 1993/94 Budget Until we receive from the government our institutional funding level for 1993/94, it is impossible to establish an operating budget. Friday, April 30, 1993 is the start of our new year, and we will enter the year wit~ no formal budget but rather guidelines to govern expenditure levels based on historical levels. This will be somewhat conservative, and l would ask for your patience. It is our intention to keep the uncertainty to a minimum and, if any of you as individuals have difficulties, please discuss them with your Supervisor, Dean, Director, etc. The final 1993/94 budget challenge will only be played out when the Ontario Government resolves, in one arena or another, the Social Contract process. I would remind you that, last year, on a much smaller scale (and level of complexity), the Lakehead University family pioneered a social contract in order to maintain jobs - so it can be done. The train rolls on! Volunteerism , Each and every year, many members of the Lakehead University Community give of their time freely in a variety of volunteer activities. Normally, this is done beyond the call of duty and outside of Lakehead University commitments, but it does represent a very significant impact that Lakehead University indirectly has in providing community and regional leadership. At the present time, we have at least a half dozen faculty and staff acting in a variety of capacities with the Nordic Championships and Dr. Connie Nelson is playing a key role in the Community Vision process that is about to be launched. This process, by the way, will be looking for volunteers and I would encourage you, as a resident of Thunder Bay, to gel involved. Fourth Annual Quarter Century Club A total of 14 new members were inducted into the Quarter Century Club this year, and this brings the present membership to a total of 54. We honour the quarter-century members entering in 1993 noting that Don Watson correctly is now entered in 1992! George Anderson Physics Wim Baarschers Chemistry Sharon Bjorklund Registrar's Office David Corbett Chemistry John Griffith Mathematical Sciences David Holah Chemistry Alan Hughes Chemistry David Kemp Geography Alain Nabarra Languages Gerry Phillips Business Administration Jim Podd Campus Development Dennis Roddy Engineering Paul Satinder Psychology Don Watson Computer Centre EXPEDITION DEPARTS The Canada Sea-to-Sea Sir Alexander Mackenzie Bicentennial Expedition left Thunder Bay on April 29, on their way to Alberta where they will perform their living history roadshow across the province. They will then travel to communities throughout British Columbia, having spread the important Stay in School message to over 20,000 school children. 1993 marks the culmination of the Canada Sea-to-Sea Expedition - a four year project commemorating the 200th anniversay of Alexander Mackenzie's voyage of exploration. The reenactment component of the expedition will begin in Peace River, Alberta on May 16. Twenty-two students, led by expedition leader Jim Smithers, will paddle and hike from Peace River, Alberta to Mackenzie Rock, located in the Dean Channel, near Bella Coda, British Columbia. Getting to this point has included a lot of elbow grease, stamina, granola bars and a little carpal tunnel syndrome, but the Mackenzie Expedition is only 1500 km worth of paddle strokes and about a 350 km hike from reaching its destination on July 22 - exactly 200 years to the day that Mackenzie arrived. The Canada Sea-to-Sea Information desk will stay abreast of their progress and continue to file stories with the external media and through the Agora. Messages of encouragement welcome at 343-8155. CAMPUS RECYCLING PROJECT IN LIMBO In what can best be described as a chain reaction, Lakehead University has temporarily suspended its paper recycling on campus because the disposal company has no depot to receive the product. Co-owners of Recycling Life Inc., Bruce and Susan Botchar, say that they are looking for a new location to run their business. According to Jim Pcxld, the Director of Campus Development. 'we don't want to see recyding disappear. The University wants to be a leader in this area. In the interim, for aluminum cans we will revert to the old system - we collect and send to scrap.· When questioned about why the campus cannot join the municipal blue bag project. he explained that we are in a special tax arrangement with the city but talks are in order. EXPLORE ONTARIO'S INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE Have you ever wondered as you drive past a crumbling industrial structure about its importance to your community's past? What does the future hold? Ontario's towns are filled with these landmarks that have made our province the industrial heartland of the country. Today, with our changing technologies and priorities, these buildings, collections, and artifacts face an uncertain future. The Ontario Historical Society and the Thunder Bay Historical Museum have designed a workshop at which you can learn more about Ontario's industrial heritage with a special focus on the Thunder Bay area. The program takes place at the Thunder Bay Historical Museum, 219 South May Street on Satu day, May 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. One session will be given by Professor Patricia Vervoort, Thunder Bay LACAC. For further information and to register please contact: Lorraine Lowry, Workshop Co-ordinator, The Ontario Historical Society 5151 Yonge Street, Willowdale, ON M2N 5P5, (416) 226-9011, Fax (416) 226-2740. 11 AGORA April 1993 �CAMPUS CALENDAR To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar. please call Betty Hygaard at the Information Office at 343-8300 or mail your information to Alumni HouseOeadline for the May AgorA is May 15, 1993. Saturday, 1 • Saturday, 22 Exhibitions at Definitely Superior 17A-12A S. Court Street Photography of acclaimed Winnipeg artist. David McMillan in his exhibition entiUed, "A Chronicle of a Landscape·. Opening reception Sunday, May 2. 3:00 -5:00 p.m. Free: Two-day workshop, May 3 and 4 on photographic image manipulation. Call the gallery 344-3814 for more information. WANTED!! Saturday, 29 Convocation Thunder Bay Community Auditorium 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Alumni interested in serving as Volunteer Marshalls should contact Denise Bruley, 343-8372. UPCOMING ALUMNI f.VENTS June2 Alumni Association Annual General Meeting Faculty Lounge, 7:00 p.m. All alumni are invited to attend. July 18 Wednesday, 12 Up With People, 8 pm @ Auditorium "Rhthym of the World", the show that lifts you up and never lets you down! Cast of 140 young men and women from 20 countries celebrating the diversity of cultures and ideas. driven by the sights and sounds of international music. Sponsored by Centra Gas with proceeds to be donated to P.A. General Hospital ·campaign for the General, the Hospital with Heart". Tickets: $15.50 (adults). $11.75 (seniors, students, children) available at Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, LUSU Office, Ticket Express (Keskus Mall), Centra Gas. Alumni Golf Toumament Thunder Bay Country Club, 1:00 p.m. $40 per person To register call 343-8155 THE CHANCELLOR PATERSON LIBRARY HOURS Spring Session - May 3 to June 17. 1993 Mon-Thurs. 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday, 15 Alumni Association Award application deadline. One award (valued at $5,000 over 4 years) is given out each year to a student entering L.U. in a degree or diploma program. Preference will be given to the sons, daughters or spouses of Lakehead University Alumni. For information call (807) 343-8155. •••• Jt1r;i~~~~;]f:i1ii Friday,28 Convocation Eve sponsored by Thunder Bay Travel Limited 7:30 - 10:00 p.m. Faculty Lounge A great chance to welcome the graduating class of '93. , RL Zuback Al umni The Office of Continuing Education at Lakehead University is looking for families to host one or two Japanese students. How Long: 1 or 2 weeks. When: August 7 -21, 1993. Remuneration: Honorarium of $125 per student per week. Previous host families have indicated that having an international student in their home has been a very rewarding experience. For further infonnation please contact Susan Burton at 343-8068. J A GORA The AGORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario. It is published monthly (except July and 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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NO.2 FEBRUARY 1992 Mavourneen Trainor: "Great Expectations" Michael Boss: "406 Douglas Street" REGIONAL ARTISTS SERIES Tiura, Trainor, Boss & Warren �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rose hart University Funding - Next Year anti Beyond For some time, the economic plight of the Province of Ontario has been hinted at but, on January 21, 1992, Premier Bob Rae, Treasurer F. Laughren, and our Minister of Colleges and Universities, Richard Allen, combined to announce very meagre grant increases for colleges and universities over the next three years (1 % in 1992/93, 2% in 1993/94, and 2% in 1994/95). This was bad news but not totally unexpected. It was only a matter of time for the public sector to share the malaise that the private sector has been mired in for the past 18 months. The good news is that the recession seems finally to be ending from a North American perspective. The bad news is that Ontario's economy has been particularly hard done by, and Ontario will take some extended period of time to recover. What will this mean for Lakehcad University next year and beyond? It is too early to te!J but, in recent special Senate, faculty/ staff, L.U.F.A. Executive and Labour/Management Committee meetings, I have attempted to give all groups within Lakehead University a picture of our plight, the scope of our options, and provided all with an opportunity to make suggestions. As a result of these meetings, several creative suggestions (both large$ and small $) have come forward, and each and every one will be considered. If readers have additionill input, please send Page 2 your ideas to my office and/ or Mr. F. Poulter, the Chair of the Task Force on Funding. Over the next few weeks, the Task Force and the Senate Budget Committee will formulate approaches which will then be taken to the Labour /Management Committee and other groups for comments and suggestions. It is expected that a "slim" budget will be presented to the Board of Governors in late April, 1992. On a positive note, the healthy enrolment increases that Lakehead University has experienced in rcccn t years has helped limit the impact on our 1992/93 operating budget. In spite of this assistance, however, we still have a major challenge to address. M.C.U. Minister Richard Allen visited the L.U. campus on Wednesday, February 5, 1992 to help the various partners within the L.U. community work together to solve our collective problem. Premier Rae and the Minister both strongly believe that the strategies needed to live with the low grant levels will be found internally by all parties sharing both the responsibility and the pain. In the short term, several new restrictions have been placed on the current year operating and travel budgets. With money to be so tight next year, it is important that we "conserve" now. Residence Update (otherwise known as the "last" project) For some time, we have been working on a new townhouse (with a few apartment units) project. This project would be ideally suited to B.Ed. students and the various Health Sciences students. Unfortunately, the project has been in limbo for some weeks now, but the fog appears to be lifting and, in spite of the operating budget difficulties above, it seems as if we may be in a position to proceed with this project due to some special funding. With the general financial outlook ahead somewhat uncertain, this wiJI likely be the last major residence project in some years. The importance of residence spaces for out-of-town students cannot be underestimated. It is felt that this factor is one of the key decision-making parameters in selecting a university away from home. The project under consideration would be unique in that it would continue our traditional townhouse fom1at with the addition of a limited numberof 2-bcdroom apartment units. Such units would be very flexible and would provide Lakehead University with our first housing suitable for married students. ECHO Environmental Awareness Week Congratulations go out to ECHO for their very success _) ful Environmental Awareness Week Program. The events held in the Agora were well attended and this group continues to raise environmental awareness on campus and promote, in a cooperative fashion, environmental initiatives with the University. Elijah Harper gave the keynote address on "Native Issues with Respect to the Environment". Agora Use Policy The University Space Committee has revised the use of the Agora space for selected events. The original "no events" approach has been changed to allow for a limited number of special events that could be accommodated without moving the furniture, without causing undue cleaning costs, or resulting in a noisy environment which would disrupt nearby classrooms. Since the change, two events have ~ gone off well - the Native Continued pnge 9 Dr. "B" and "Kareem Abdul" Murray battled it out as part of the promotion of Campus Recreation's ongoing competition with Confederation College. AGORA _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ February 1992 �Around Campus L.U. Human Performance Laboratory Reaccredited Singapore Bev! The Lakehead University Human Performance Laboratory, the only one in Northwestern Ontario, has been reaccreditcd as one of the 25 Canadian Association of Sport Science High Performance Athlete Testing Laboratories. Dr. Thomas M.K. Song, Professor and Co-ordinator of the Human Performance Laboratory, says the purpose of the accreditation program is quality control and quality assurance in athlete testing, ,r-,:;essing elite athletes, and providing the most effective sport \.\ .ence consultation and counselling to coaches and athletes. Many elite athletes in various sports organizations have been tested and consulted at L.U. Human Performance Laboratory. The high performance athlete testing program has been well accepted by the national sports organization, coaches, and athletes. The tropics have not frizzed, fried or /aliened Bev Stefureak who is shown above with her Taiwanese students. Bev's "travel" year with her husband Matt has been a long series of adventures including getting recruited to teach and being filmed as an "accidental" tourist for a television documentary. The family will leave Singapore this monlh and spend the next half year in Australia and Europe. "Challenged" Youth on way to Guyana Second year Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism student, Sarah Wing, has been selected to participate in a three month project - Youth Challenge International - this summer. 80 Canadians will join forces with 40 international Challengers from Guyana, Costa Rica and Australia for Youth Challenge projects in Guyana and Costa Rica. Sarah leaves for Guyana in August. Youth Challenge is a nonprofit organization co-sponsored by CIDA and the private sector. lt works with scientific institutes, universities, government agencies and service groups focusing expertise upon a spectrum of recognized problems in developing regions. West meets North meets South The directors of three Centres for Aging and Health take lime for a group photograph al the opening of the Northern Educational Centre for Aging and Health. Sandy MacPherson, Director of McMaster University's Centre and Neena Chappell, Director of the Centre on Aging at the University of Manitoba congratulate Mary Lou KelletJ (centre) who will direct the nor/hem centre. Chappell gave the inaugural public lecture and challenged the audience to think about formal and informal care for seniors and forns on social polici;. The Northern Centre is funded and supported by McMaster University for two years. in his address Dr. MacPherson praised the team at Lakehead and said the "medical schools in southern Ontario could learn a lot from what you're doing here." February 199,&,-------- - - - -- - -- AGORA Page 3 �Continued from page 1 Visual A rtists REMOTE ACCESS TO THE ONLIN E CATALOG UE Lakehead University Library's O nline Cata logue provides upto-date information on the holdings of The Chancellor Paterson Library and the Education Library. Books, government documents, atlases and reserve mate rials can be identified using the Online Catalogue. The OnHne Catalogue can be searched from locations on campus as well as off campus w ith the appropriate communications software a nd a microcomputer with a modem. Access is available to La kehead University s tudents and facu lty, other library and external users. f:or mo re inform~tion about accessing a nd searching the Online Catalogue, pick up a brochure at the Informatio n Desk on the Main Floor of the Cha ncellor Paterson Library. LIBRARY TOURS AN D INSTRUCTION S ESSION S I~ you wo uld like to know more about the library, its ~erv1ces, ~r how to use the Online Cata logue, why no t come int~ the library for a tou r? A reference librarian will point out _im po rta nt sources and services, s how you how to use the Online Catalogue and a nswer any questions that you may have about the library. contact the Information Desk of The Chancellor Pate rson Libra ry at 343-8302. They did it! In what can best be described as "an amazing feat" the Library staff completed a major phase in the development of the online catalogue on December 20, 1991. On that da te the last monograph record from the old card catalogue was entered into the database. The number of records in the database is now over 400,000! The project, begun in 1987, involved all staff in the Bibliographic Processing Department. It meant that as well as keeping up with the cataloguing of new acquisitio ns, time had to be found for review ing an? enterin g the records from all forme rly purchased matenals. Further work still remains to be done in cleaning up the database but the major wo rk is now complet~d. Our u~ers can now sea rch the online catalogue confident tha t 11 represents a complete record of the Library monograph holdings. Lynn Barber, Chief Cataloguer, admits it was "a wonderful feel_ing" to begin to see the last record but he was quick to praise and thank all the members of the Bibliographic Processing De partment. "AU were involved in one way or a nother and made important individual contributions." He sends special tha nks to Leno re Randle and Ginnie Taylo r (Reference a n_d lnforn:iation Services) for their searching prowess; Ch~stel ~~in and Ella Euremov!ch for their many hours of typing, editing and problem solving; Louise Reccia for keeping track of many thousands of electronic files without major loss and to members of other Departments who displayed much pa tience w ith attempts to explain peculiar baracode-less records in the o nline catalogue. Congra tulatio ns on a job well done! Page 4 From tlie Tf11111der Bay Art Gallery News Release The Regional Artis ts Series was presented December 20 _) Ja nuary 26 and exhibited the recent work of four local artists: Oliver Tiura, Mavourneen Trainor, Michael Boss a~d Anne Warren. All are members of the faculty of the Visual A~t~ Depar~ment at Lakehead University and a ll have exh1b1ted their work previously at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. Both their work and choice of media are diverse, the exhibition representing four highly individual sta tements and current explo rations by these artists. Oli~er Tiura has exhibited his work in Europe, Mexico, the United States and Canada. Most recently, Tiura's bronze scu lpture entitled A New Begi1111i11g was unveiled in the foyer of the Multicultural Centre in Thunder Bay. A graduate of the Ontario College of Ari, he obtained his M.F.:-4-. De~ee fr~~ ~he State University of Guanajuato, Mexico. This exh1b1tio n features mainly Tiura's threedim~nsi? nal bron~e sculptures, but a lso includes examples of his m1xed-med1a constructions and acrylics on paper. Anne Warren is a printmaker whose recent series of la rge prints, based on images a nd impressions of Stonehenge, fo rms a part of this exhibit. Her exclusively bl~ck-an~-white intaglio prints investigate the processes of printma ~ng and a lso present commentary on a variety of ?the~ topics: A graduate of Lakehead University majo ring in pnntma king, Anne Warren has exhibited he r work ext~n~i~ely, and in 1988 participated in a two-person ~xh1b1ho ~ at t~e Thunder Bay Art Gallery. H er prints are included in private collections in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. Approximately 18 feet in length, Mavourneen Trainor's pa inting in this exhibitio n is composed of a seque nce of five pa nels placed side by side and the matically linked. Entitled Great Expectations, the panels functio n as a storyboard which deals with w~men'~ isssues._Comprised of large, very colourful and figurative acrylics on canvas, this new work represnts a departure in both style and content for this artis t. Born in Mexico City and educated in Lima, Peru, Mavourneen Trainor-Bruzzesse graduated with a Bachelo r of Fin~ A_rts Degree from Queen's University and brings to her painting a ba~k~ou_nd in ~rintmaking and photography. She has exh1b1ted in Mexico, South America, Great Britain and Canada. Her paintings of puppet imagery are well ~~wn to art a udiences in Thunder Bay. Originally from Manitoba, Michael Boss holds a Masters of Fine Arts Degree form the University of Windsor. He has exhibited his paintings_in galleries across Canada, from Manitoba to Prince Edward Island, in both group and o ne P: rson exhibitio ns. His most recent, currently at the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery is of a new installation work. ln this Thunder Bay exhibtion, Michael Boss exhibits a crylic o n masonite paintings from his Interiors series. BREAKING UP IS HARD . . . BUT POSSIBLE Personalize~ Approach to Quit Smoking An Innovative Program now Available Free of Charge to a ll members of the University Community (Faculty, Staff, Students & their Partners) For Consultation a nd Appointment CONTACT 346-QUIT (7848) AGORA - -- - -- - - - -- - - - - February 1992 �Faces Generous Donation gives boost to new residence Hope Fennell Meet a new faculty member in the School of Education. This native of Saskatchewan is living, breathing proof tha t determination is an indigenous trait in prairie folk. Dr. Fennel has one of those -convoluted career paths that began " at the Regina General Hospital in nursing, took her back into arts and science, then teacher education, an \.,1. ,. early childhood specialty, then into ~, teaching, raising a family, comrnunity service, special education, principal at a Hutterite community AND during all that she completed her masters in education curriculum and her doctorate in administration. Appointed Assistant professor in the fall, she is teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in education administration, supervisory relations and instructional development (which took her all the way to Red Lake). Well settled into Thunder Bay, which she calls "a very pleasant community" Professor Fennel has been able to pursue her musical interests which include piano, theatre and the Symphony chorus. Her recently retired husband and 16 year old son will be joining her in the near future. L..__ _ _ _ _ __ __ , New Manager of Alumni Services Evelyn Halliday is a woman who thinks of others. When health problems restricted her world travels, the Thunder Bay resident decided that she would start a fund for a fully accessible international residence on campus. Her generous donation was announced at the Northern Vision Campaign Launch and according to John Russell who heads up the $19.2 million dollar campaign, "it is selfless gifts like this that will leave a lasting legacy for the students of tomorrow." Miss Halliday proudly shows Dr. Rosehart the Halliday family coat of arms. Scott Fortnum has joined the team in the Deparh11ent of External Relations as the Manager of Alumni Services. A graduate of Wilfred Laurier University, Scott's background .,, in fundraising, marketing and community services will provide additional staff experience to increase the profile and strengthen the liaison between the 20,000 plus alumni and their campus. He will head up special annual events such as homecoming and the Phonathon. An on-going goal with be to centralize an up-to-date information system to serve graduates. Scott believes that a person's alumni connection is in1portant whether networking for career purposes, social contacts, governance of the university or supporting higher education. Scott recently worked on a project in St. John's, Newfoundland where he helped lay the groundwork for a $4 million international campaign. Arriving in the winter, he and his wife Sandra are getting a realistic immersion into life in northern Ontario. Admitting that he has occasionally put longjohns under his business suit, Scott feels ready to "be a northerner". He prefers smaller cities and thinks Thunder Bay is "beautiful and hospitable" . In the summer he'll give cah1ping and fish ing a try but for now he's happy curling up with a good spy novel, teasing Bart, his cat \•Vith an attitude. and try[ng to find out where his furniture is. February 1992,- - -- -- - -- - - - -- - AGORA Page 5 �THUNDER AT THE "THUNDERDOME" by Chris W illiarns The fans at the Thunderdome this year have had their share to cheer about, but m aybe it just hasn't been enough. CHCH TV in Hamilton rated Thunderdome fans second best in the conference behind the noisier supporters of teams hailing from the University of Guelph. Dick Beddoes would have had more sense. We cheered when the varsity wrestling team finally got revenge on the OUAA defending champion Western Mustangs in a dual meet just before Christmas. However, our perennial underdog/matmen could only manage a third place finish at their own Gord Garvie tournament. That, along with a season ending shoulder injury to Craig Hardy has slowed them down just a little. Both men's and women's basketball teams have also given us cause to cheer. Up until McMaster marauded through town January 24th and 25th, things were looking pretty good. The men, bolstered by the outstanding play of Peter Brown and Anthony Randall, were sitting in a three way tic for first place in the OUAA west with Waterloo and Guelph. The women, buttressed by the strong return of Kelly Fitzgerald from her injuries, were sitting in second spot at 4-0, right behind Western at 5-0. McMastcr swept the men and stole one from the women taking three out of four on the weekend. We cheered anyway. The continued strong play from the Volleyball team has been a delightful surprise, and one of the biggest reasons for Thunderdomians to cheer. Despite the lack of depth evident after the departure of long time setter Kelly Williams, the team continues to hold onto second place in the OWIAA west just a few wins back of McMaster. With only four matches left in the regular season and the team playing as doggedly as ever, we may have cause to do a lot more cheering. All in all, our varsity teams arc doing quite well for the first half of the season. OK, our fans may not have been as vocal as usual, but it's colder up here than it is in Guelph and it takes us longer to thaw out the pipes. As for CHCH TV in Hamilton, well... don·t go away, we'll be righ t back with the second half after these commercial messages. Cross Country Ski Trails Open at LU Dr. John Whitfield, Vice-President (Academic) shows off his athletic abilities as he leads a group of racers through the ceremonial ribbon set up to mark the beginning of the new cross country ski trails at LU. Page 6 On January 23 Lakchcad University's Nordic Ski Club, assisted by the School of Physical Education & Athletics, opened the first-ever groomed ski trails on c~m pus. The new 4.2 kilometre course is suitable for both skating a11d classic cross-country skiing. The trail begins in front of the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse, continues through the campus and moves out through the Thunder Bay Country Club golf course. Trail development was spearheaded by physical education professor Dr. Moira McPherson who was assisted by Big Thunder National Ski Traini11g Cenh·e and Lappe Nordic Ski Centre. The trail is open to the public and is manitaincd by LU students. A nominal ~ season fee of $15 for individuals and $2i.,.,/ for families can be paid at the athletic office. AGORA _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ February 1992 �RESEARCH NEWS FEBRUARY 1 992 Canadian Foundation For Aids Research and Max Bell Foundation Support Vital AIDS Education Research on Campus by JoA nne Silvennan, Foundations Officer I nformation deficiencies and misinformation about AIDS as well as obscure language could be some of the reasons that young adults face high risk with this deadly disease. Perhaps students do not see themselves as fitting the stereotype of a person who could get AIDS? These questions and others will be addressed and hopefully answered in some exciting new research conducted by investigators, Cynthia Loos, A;;;,ociate Professor of Nursing and Dr. Alan Bowd, Professor of Education in cooperation with Jessie Sutherland, Nurse, Health Services and Joy Lawson, Director of Student Services. This three year longitudinal study is titled: AIDS Ed ucation Programs: Are They Working? With generous support from the Canadian Foundation fo r Aids Research and the Max Bell Foundation, this 82,000 project will evaluate an innovative AIDS education program for its long term effects on reducing risky sexual behaviour. The target group will be university students who apply to Lakehead University, prior to and following a program of AIDS education. Professors Loos and Bowd are deeply committed to creating awareness about AIDS. An old adage comes to mind - an ounce o f prevention is worth a pound of cure. But let's look at a few statistics. Dr. Alan King's "Canada Youth and AIDS Study" in 1988 revealed that existing AIDS education programs have limited effect on changing sexual behaviour. Studies continue to show that misinformation about AIDS and its consequences as well as risky sexual behaviour, exist among university students. Canadian 1991 statistics indicate that there were 934 cases of AIDS reported and 537 deaths in the 20-29 year age group. Given the lag time between infection with HIV and AIDS other data indicate that HIV is occurring in many young adults under the age of 25. A student survey (January 1990) of four universities in Ontario, including Lakehead, revealed tha t 60% of respondents entering Lakehead University in the fall of 1989 agreed strongly or somewhat agreed that sex was "all right if people liked each other." Further researd1 by Loos and Bowd in 1989 showed that more than 50% were sexually active and 29% of the subjects had two or more parh1ers during the previous 12 months. In the Canada Youth and AIDS Study it was found that only 14% of college/university students who indicated that they 'often' had intercourse 'always' used T 1ndoms, but 22% of males and 28% of females who 'often' \.,1ad sexual intercourse, never used condoms. Alcohol, loneliness and lack of social support have also been correlated with high risk sexual behaviour. f( At present Lakehead University's Health Services area provides an informal program of AIDS education through pamphlets, video tapes, posters, seminars and one-to-one discussions to help students make decisions about sexual and social behaviour. No evaluation has been conducted as to the impact of this information. We need to know what is getting through and what isn't. Lakehead is not unlike most postsecondary institutions across the country. However this project will seek to develop a high quality professional education package (which incorporates motivational aspects and behaviour ski Us), will seek to increase knowledge concerning AIDS and its transmission, will seek to encourage increased discussion among sexual parmers and peers concerning safer sex, and ultimately to promote the appropriate choice of sexual parrners. Based on feedback from national and international AIDS researchers, Loos and Bowd have fine-tuned their education plan. For example one of the more innovative strategies to be utilized as a major component of their educational package will be several perfom1ances of a live comedy presented in student-oriented environments. Suffice to say with very little evaluative research going on regarding ATOS education programs at the university level, tertiary institutions across the country will want to glean the fruits of Professors Loos and Bowd's labour. Research on AIDS Education Programs: Are Th ey Working? commences in June, 1992. Researchers Alan Bawd and Cynthia Loos. �Research Profile: Dr. Said Easa, Department of Civil Engineering Dr. Said Easa, Department of Ovil Engineering, recently was recognized as Lakehead University's Distinguished Researcher for 1991-92 by Lakehead University upon the recommendation of the Senate Research Committee. Dr. Easa's main research interest is transportation engineering. This area includes such systems as highways, ports, airports, railways, and pipelines. The majority of his research is related to the highway system which includes several components: traffic system management, geomehic design, pavement design, construction, and surveying. Traffic system management (TSM) is a concept that has evolved during the 1970's because of scarce financial resources. Its purpose is to improve traffic operation through inexpensive, short term improvements. Dr. Easa conducted TSM studies in San Jose, Palo Alto, Queen Elizabeth way near Toronto, and Thunder Bay. In particular, a study was done to coordinate traffic signals along Algoma Street in Thunder Bay. The study found that signal coordination could result in savings in fu el consumption and vehicle delay of about 20%. He also developed two computer models for traffic management in freeways, downtown and residential areas. Some related theoretical work has also been developed including a shortest-route algorithm that simplifies network coding and a reliabilitybased method for signal timings. Research on geometric design addressed the characteristics of sight distance in highway alignment; a key safety element. Specifically, the design length requirements of unsymmetrical vertical curves and lateral clearance needs on the inside of horizontal curves were developed. The results of this research can be valuable in the operational and costeffectiveness analysis of critical highway locations. Future research will be devoted to exploring a n ew vertical curve that is smoother and more comfortable to drivers and incorporating reliability analysis in geometric design. Other work in this area focused on sight-hidden dips on highways. The hidden-dip profile contributes to passing manoeuvre accidents because the passing driver is deceived by the view of the road beyond the dip free of opposing vehicles (Fig - 1). A methodology has been developed that avoids a hidden- A siglzt-1,idden dip on Highway 11-17 near 1711111der Bay dip in the new design and delineates its location on existing highways. Dr. Easa's pavement research started in 1989. A method of overlay design that achieves consistent overlay thickness has been developed. The method is an extension of the procedure developed by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation officials. Further development of the method has just been completed. In the construction area, new methods of aggregate blending, trade-off analysis, establishing roadway grades, earthwork allocations, resource levelling, and earth volume computations have been developed. These methods incorporate such features as randomness of aggregate gradations, nonlinearity of the ground profile, and guaranteeing the best solution. Application of these methods is enhanced by the recent advances in ) computer technology and graphics capabilities. Research on surveying developed mathematical tools and analysis methods that: 1) replace the time-consuming graphical methods, 2) achieve more computational efficiency, 3) relax some of the analysis assumptions, 4) achieve more accuracy, and 5) analyze new surveying problems. Surveying is a rapidly developing science in which the application of mathematics and computers will play a greater role than in the past. Looking ahead, Dr. Easa hopes that this research effort will be complemented by such emerging tedrnologies as expert systems and intelligent vehicle-highway systems (IVHS) which are gaining momentum in Canada and the United States. With the lVHS technology, many of our understandings about traffic operations and transportation planning may have to be revised. GREENPLAN UPDATE HEALTH AND WELFARE/MRC The Office of Research and Graduate Studies is continually receiving information on research funding opportunities under the Federal GREEN PLAN. The GREEN PLAN consists of many federal environmental programmes associated with different government agencies. To date, the Office of Research and Graduate Studies has informed you of the Eco-Research: Tri-Council Green Plan program. In addition to this, other opportunities exist through Environment Canada, Forestry Canada, etc. If you are a researcher in the social sciences and humanities or the na tural sciences and enginee"ring and are interested in pursuing environmentally related research activities under the above initiative, please contact Kelly Morris, Office of Research and Graduate Studies at ext. 8939. NHRDP - AIDS Research Program As part of the federa l government's commih11ent to fighting AJDS in Canada, the Nc1tional Health Research and Development Program (NHRDP) continues to provide support for health sciences research related to HIV and ALDS. Activities eligible for support under the NHRDP's AIDS research program include: research projects, pilot and feasibility studies, fom1U!ation proposals and demonstration / evaluation projects; as well as personnel awards for the training of new researchers and for the support of career "\ researchers working in the AIDS field; and research-oriented< conferences, workshops and symposia. Deadline: March 15 and September 15. Page2 - - - -- - - -- - - - - - - - RESEARCH NEWS - - - -- - - - - - - - February 1992 �Joint Fellowships for AIDS Research Training NHRDP and MRC have just announced a new initiative in support of basic biomedical and clinical research training · tUowships at the post-doctoral level. Additional information • ., be obtained from the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. Deadline: April 1 and November 15. ONTARIO MINISTRY OF HEALTH Health Care Systems Research Projects Through the Health Care Systems Research Program, the Ministry suppor ts studies which evaluate aspects of Ontario's health care system, with a view of improving its cost-effectiveness, accessibility, and acceptability to consumers. The program is divided into six sub-programs: 1)Research Projects - Deadline: May 1 and Novcmbcrl 2)Feasibility Studies - Anytime 3)Formulation Grants (supports the development of research proposals) - D eadline: Any time 4)lnformation Studies - M ay 1 and November 1 S)Workshop s and Conferences - Anytime For program guidelines, p lease contact Anne Fiorenza, Research Officer at ext. 8223. GRADUATE STUDIES NEWS THESES TITLES FROM NOVEMBER 1991 CONVOCATION FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE Master of Arts DUGBARTEY, Anthony (Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. Marg Sellick Thesis Title: Establishing Norms on the Auditory Comprehen:(ion Test Among a Sample of First Year University Students. FLOOD, Karen Ruth (Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. John Jamieson Thesis Title: Physical Fitness, Health and Cardiovascular Recovery From Psychological and Physiological Stress in Women. HARRIGAN, Thomas Roderick (Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. Stephen Goldstein Thesis Title: Social Facilitation of Extinction of Rats. JACKSON, Sherry Ann (M.A. Psychology) S11pervisor: Dr. Marg Sellick Thesis Title: The Effects of Gender Stereotypes and Adherence to Attitudes and Beliefs on Reaction to Wife Abuse. JACKSON, Tena Marie (M.A. Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. Scott Sellick Thesis Title: Medication Compliance Among Breast Cancer Patients on Long-tem1 Adjuvant Chemotherapy. JEFFERY, Bonnie (Psychology) S11pervisor: Dr. John Jamieson Thesis Title: Finger Temperature Recovery from Stress. MCMURRAY, Kelly Marie (M.A. Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. William Melnyk Thesis Title: Dieting Practices, Influences, Beliefs and Self..Concept of Female High School Students. ! ' WHIFFEN, Arlene Denise (Psychology) Supervisor: Dr. Ed Bauman February 1992 _ __ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ Thesis Title: The Effects of Early Education on Later Social, Adaptive and Behavioral Functioning. Master of Science XU, Wei (Chemistry) Supervisors: Dr. David Holal1/Dr. Alan Hughes Thesis Title: The Chemistry of Cobalt an d n ickel Complexes with Bis (Diphenylphosphino) methane and CO Ligands. FACULTY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Master of Science (Forestry) DESCHAMPS, Kerry Charles (M.Sc.F.) S11pervisor: Dr. Willard Carmean Thesis Title: Height Growth and Site Index of Trembling Aspen in North Central Ontario. IP, David (M.Sc.F.) Supervisor: Dr. Ed Setliff Thesis Title: Detection and Assessment of Armillaria in Young Conifer Plantations of Northwestern Ontario and Northeastern China. LT, Yanjun (M.Sc.F.) Supervisor: Dr. Willard Carmean Thesis Tille: Soil-site Relations for Trembling Aspen (Populus trem11loides Michx.) in Northwestern Ontario. MA TAKALA, Pa tTick (M.Sc.F.) Supervisor: Dr. Peter Duinker Thesis Tille: Feasibility of Community Forestry in Northern Ontario: A Socio-Economic and Biophysical Evaluation Framework. WEA VER, Kevin (M.Sc.F.) S11pervisor: Dr. Peggy Knowles Thesis Tille: Pollen pool heterogeneity in natural stands of upland and lowland black spruce (Picea mariana (Mill.) B.S.P.) Master of Science (Applied Sport Science and Coaching) BURKE, Jeff (M.Sc.) Supervisor: Dr. Bob Thayer Thesis Title: The Effect of Two Interval Training Programs on Lactate Threshold and Oxygen Kinetics at the Onset of Exercise in Females. Master of Education BRADY, Patrick H. (M.Ed.) Supervisor: Dr. Jim Ryan Thesis Title: An Analysis of Program Delivery Services in First Nations, in Federal and Provincial Schools in Northwestern Ontario. THIRD ANNUAL GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE The Office of Research and Graduate Studies has announced a call for abstracts for presentation at the Third Annual Graduate Student Conference. All currently registered graduate students, full-time and part-time, are encouraged to share their research interests with the University community to be held on March 18, 1992. The First Annual Conference p resented research topics on specific regional issues. The Second Annual Conference had an outstanding response, with a total of fourteen presenters and the Conference being held over two days. RESEARCH NEWS - - -- - - - - -- - - - - - - Page3 �The purpose of the Conference is to: GREEN PLAN PRO GRAMS l )give graduate students a public forum for presenting their research activities 2)to enhance the awareness within the University community of the calibre and diversity of research being undertaken by graduate students. 3)to publicly acknowledge the efforts of faculty supervisors As in previous years, we look forward to an excellent response. Enquiries about the upcoming Conference should be directed to Kris DeLorey, Graduate Studies (Ext. 8785). SSHRC/NSERC/MRC - Eco-Research: Tri-Council Green Plan Program - Research Grants (letter of intent) - February 29, 1992; University Research Chairs - May 15, 1992; Research \ Fellowships - June 15, 1992. J) 1992-93 INTERNAL GRADUATE SCHOLARSlllPS Applications are now available for the 1992-93 Internal Graduate Scholarship competition in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. The application and an official transcript must be received by March 30, 1992. The following scholarships will be awarded: -Alumni Association Silver Jubilee Graduate Scholarship (Entering Students Only) -Lakehead University Graduate Scholarship (Entering Studen ts Only) -Abitibi-Price Inc. Graduate Fellowship and the C.J. Sanders Graduate Scholarship (Entering Students Only) -1992-93 Ontario Graduate Scholarship "Institutional" Competition (Continuing and Entering) For more information about these and other graduate scholarship opportunities, contact Kris DeLorey in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES NSERC Programs Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships - January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15 International Collaborative Research Grants - March 1, 1992 International Scientific Exchange Awards - March 1, 1992 Research Partnerships Program - Open Scientific Publications - October 1 and April 15 Strategic Grants - May 1, 1992 OTHER RESEARCH PROGRAMS CIDA Professional Awards - January 15, 1992 and April 30, 1992 Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/ Bursaries - January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. Environmental Youth Corps - February 14, 1992. European Community Visitors Program - March 1, 1992. G. Allan Rocher Institute - Research Grants in Mental Handicap - April 30, 1992. Health and Welfare Canada/MRC - AIDS Research Program March 15 and September 15; Joint Fellowships for AIDS Research Training - April 1 and November 15. Humanities Research Group, Visiting Humanities Fellowships - February 28, 1992. LU-McMaster Link - Northern Ontario Health Research Grants - February 28, 1992. National Research Council - Laboratories Research Associateships - Open Ontario Ministry of Health - Nursing Innovation Fund January I, May 1, September 1 Ontario Ministry of Health - Health Care Systems Research Projects: Research Projects (May 1 and November 1), Feasibility Studies (Anytime), Formulation Grants (Anytin1c), Tnfom1ation Studies (May 1 and November 1), Workshops and Conferences (Anytime). Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Ontario Joint Transportation Research Program and Consultant Assignments - February 14, 1992. , GRADUATE SCHO LARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 1 ...lJ Canada Memorial Foundation - February 29, 1992 CIDA Awards for Canadians - February 12, 1992 Government of Canada Awards - Deadlines vary by country Young Researchers Award - Open Internal Grnduate Scholnrships - March 30, 1992 Alumni Association Silver Jubilee Graduate Scholarship Lakehead University Graduate Scholarship Abitibi-Price Inc. Graduate Fellowship and the C.J. Saunders Graduate Scholarship SSHRC Programs Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada - July 1, November 1, April 1 Strategic Partnership Development Grants - November 1, January 15, April 15 SSHRC/Departrnent of Communications Joint Initiative; Research on Cultural Development in an Open Economy February 7, 1992 SENATE RESEARCH COMMITTEE NSERC Internal Research Grants Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992, May 15, 1992 Travel to do Research Program - January 15, 1992, May 15, 1992 Graduate Student Support Program - March 10, 1992 Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 SSHRC Internal Research Grants Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, ) 1992 Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 Page4 - - - - -- - - - - -- -- - RESEARCH NEWS - -- - - - - - - - - - Februa ry 19 9 2 �People /Papers /Publications Special Projects/Awards -"l""'Professor Walter Crowe, School of Business Administrapresented two days of seminars to managers in Manitoba. Held in Winnipeg, the first day dealt with modem approaches to Materials Management, and in particular the use of statistical forecasting to improve the use of materials in manufacturing.The second day concentrated on Material Requirements Planning, and Manufacturing Resource Planning, as computer-based modem systems. The 40 participants came from various locations in Manitoba plus two from Northwestern Ontario. Dr. Colin Graham, Professor of Mathematics, presented "Extreme points in A(E)" in December at the University of Waterloo Pure Mathematics Department Colloquium and at the Canadian Mathematics Society Winter meeting in Victoria. His paper (joint with A. Lau and M. Leinert) "Continuity of Translation in the dual of LOO(G) and related spaces" appeared in the December, 1991 issue of Transactions of the American Mathematical Society. Mr. Michael Boss, Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Arts, presented a solo exhibition entitled "Into the world came a soul called Christine..." at the Kitchener/ Waterloo Art Gallery from October 31 , 1991 to January 4, 1992. In September, 1991 he participated in a large group t( ibition entitled "Synergos TT" whid1 opened in Winnipeg at Gallery 1C03 at the University of Winnipeg and is currently touring the province of Manitoba. From there it will tour throughout the Ukraine and to Canada Houses in Paris, France, London, England and Washington,D.C. Currently, Professor Boss is participating in a four person exhibition at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery along with other Visual Arts faculty members; Oliver Tiura, Mavourneen Trainor and Anne Warren. Mr. Alain Nabarra, Associate Professor, Department of Languages, presented a paper entitled "Come Robinson Crusoe sur son ile ...: l'espace culture! colonial et le role de la presse au 18e siecle", to the VITT th International congress on the Enlightment held at the University of Bristol, U.K.. The paper will be published in the Conference Proceedings. This Congress, organized by the International Society for Eighteenth Century Studies, is held every four years. The next one will be hosted by the University of Munster, Germany. Prof. Nabarra is also a member of a research team working on the publication of a Dictionnaire de la Presse de langue francaise. 1600 - 1789. The first volume has just been published jointly by the Voltaire Foundation, Taylor Institute, _p.xford, and Editions Universitas, Paris (557 p.). He is the \ __ hor of 17 articles in the first volume. Volume 2 will be published at the end of 1992, volumes 3 and 4 in 1993 and 1994 respectively. The general editor is Jean Sgard, Professor at the University of Grenoble, France. ·L.1, recently Research and travel for these projects were funded in part by grants from SSHRC through the Senate Research Committee. Dr. Chris Jecchinis, Professor Emeritus of Economics, presented a paper entitled "The Problems and Prospects of Refom1s in the Soviet Union: The Case of Joint Ventures" at the Hellenic Economic Association Fourth Annual Congress on East - West Economic Relations in the 90's. The congress took place at the Centre of International and European Economic Law in Theassaloniki, Greece from December 19 to 20, 1991. Dr. Margaret Johnston, Department of Geography and Centre for Northern Studies has published a chapter entitled "Facing the challenges: adventure in the mountains of New Zealand" in Special Interest Tourism, edited by Betty Weiler and Michael Hall. KUDOS! Lakehead Un'iversity professor from the School of Physical Education & Athletics, Dr. Ian Newhouse, set a new record in the 600 metre indoor dash record at the Pepsi-Cola University Northwest Open in Minnesota on January 18. Newhouse finished the race in 1:19:42 - beating the old record of 1:19:83 set in 1986. DIKA HONOURED WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD Peter Dika, Aquatics Facilities Manager, is this year's winner of the George Rowe Memorial Award. This very prestigious honour is presented annually at the Lakehead Sports Celebrity Dinner held in February. The award is emblematic of significant volunteer contributions made over many years to the youth of Thunder Bay. Dika was an outstanding athlete in basketball, football, baseball, bowling, fastball and softball. He made his major contribution to youth sports in the area of coaching. He also refereed basketball and football at the high school, senior and university levels. Oika is best known for his outstanding high school coaching at St. Pat's from 1952-56. He coached basketball, football and track and field. He led St. Pat's to its first junior basketball title in 1954 and did it again in 1956. From 1970-73 he coached the Lakehead University's junior varsity basketball team which won the city title in 1971. In 1971-72 he served as assistant varsity coach. The School of Physical Education & Athletics is very proud of Peter Dika and congratulates him on the receipt of the George Rowe Memorial Award. February 199~- - - - - - - -- - - - - - - AGORA Page 7 �HEALTH SCIENCES RESOURCE CENTRE Improving the Prognosis for Northern Ontario Health Care i.' Excerpts from an article by Larry Sanders which will appear in Thunder Bay Magazine F or decades northerners have complained about insufficient health care services and a chronic scarcity of health care professionals, particularly in smaller communities. Simultaneously, northerners have imagined the creation of a medical school in northern Ontario as a possible cure for our health care woes. The Health Sciences Resource Centre, set back in the trees at the corner of Balmoral and Beverly Streets on the campus, is not that medical school. But its official opening in September 1991 marked the onset of a renewed quest for fresh solutions to those old afflictions in northern health care. Dr. Peter Neelands, a practising paediatrician in Thunder Bay, has been involved for years in continuing education programs for northern medical practitioners. He's now the Chaim1an of the Northwestern Ontario Medical Program (NOMP) at the Centre. NOMP was established in 1972 as a collaborative venture between the local and regional Medical Societies and the medical school at McMaster University in Hamilton, which was just opening in 1972. Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health, NO:MP offered unique community-based educational experiences in northwestern Ontario for McMastcr medical students, interns and residents. By 1976, the scope of the program had expanded to include participants from a!J five Ontario medical schools. The McMaster educational philosophy is based on the use of preceptorspractising physicians who arc teamed up, one-on-one with students whid1 also provides them with an opportunity to observe first hand the lifestyle of professionals in remote communities. The physician preceptors who manage and participate in the program maintain active practices in the community and ensure that NOMP continues to offer a distinct northern perspective. Ncclands says the Centre "has different themes to different people. The (provincial) government secs it as their contribution through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund of commitment towards increasing heal th sciences programs coming on board at LU and Page 8 ~ I ldJ1 ~~ • .,- .r ~ . , --~~.\'!~ ' ti\!· • ! l ~~ a place for all reasons probably becoming part of the university at some future time in a complete sense." The Northwestern Ontario Family Medicine Residency Program (NOFMRP) is an offshoot of NOMP. It links with McMaster's Medical Sd1ool to provide postgraduate residency training for medical school graduates seeking Certification in Family Medicine. Eventually, NOFMRP will have up to 36 fu!J time students getting a unique northern-oriented understanding of the Family Medicine specialty. The Northern Studies Stream is another collaboration between McMaster and Lakehcad. Sixty occupational therapy and physiotherapy students arc now receiving a portion of their training in northwestern Ontario. Students in each program complete an 8-week academic block and/or a 6-week clinical block during their 24 months of studies. As part of their professional studies, students explore northern health problems unique to this area. Integrating theory and practice, students follow the academic block with clinical placements in various northwestern Ontario communities. The Northern Outreach Program is clcdicated to the philosophy that the north not only has to recruit more health care professionals, but also make special efforts to provide continuing education to support and retain the ones already here. Linked with the University of Western Ontario, there are Outreach coordinators in communicative disorders and nursing. Sue Berry, the associate administrator of the Centre, says the coordinators "help to promote professional development for practising clinicians, through workshops and continuing education. Say there's a group of physiotherapists in Dryden that really want a workshop on some technique. They can call Northern Outreach and get help developing a workshop. In addition to that, Northern Outreach helps facilitate student placements in the north." The Northern Educational Centre for Aging and Health (NECAH) is an off-shoot of a similar program at McMaster, NECAH plans to become an independent program by September 1993. Mary Lou Kelley, the Director of NECAH says, "with an aging population, the intent is to set up facilities, resources and programs that will educate health professionals about aging and health." The North ern Health Human Resources Research Unit (NHHRRU) is a joint project with Laurentian University in Sudbury to study factors affecting the recruitment and retention of health professionals in the north. The research will be in parh1ership with DistTict Health Councils, hospitals, and the Nishnawbe-Aski Nation, which represents 33 native communities in the far northern part of the province. Bruce Minore, Site Director, says "we need to find out the factors that affect students' choices to go into a health-related field, especially northern s tudents." Lakehead an¢ Laurentian arc splitting a funding commitment from the Ontario Ministry of Health for NHHRRU of S2 million dollars, spread over five years. NEXT MONTH: Jim Kraemer, the Chief Administrative Officer of the Health Sciences Resource Centre, took his appointment at the time of the opening last fall. He brings a wealth of experience and we'll find out why he answered the "call of the North". AGORA _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ February 1992 �President's Report continued from pnge2 Pow Wow and the ECHO Conference, ~ the compromise policy seems to be J.- .o a good start. Condolences Our condolences go out to the family of Stephen Johnson, a Lakehead University graduate who passed away in the recent snowmobile accident on Lake Superior. Get Well Ken Sundell was foiled recently, but latest reports have him out of the hospital and on the way to recovery. Your friends and colleagues arc looking forward to your return. As well, we are all encouraged by reported sightings of Dr. John Jamieson in the S.N. Building. I understand that your students arc looking forward to your return in due course. Professors Disappointed With Funding, But Will Help With Reshaping Ontario professors were d isappointed with the amount of money offered to universities in the transfer payment announcement on January 21, 1~. However, the Ontario Confcdcratl _of University Faculty Association said they were pleased a consultation process was begun to manage the resulting restructuring . OCUFA was responding to Ontario Treasurer Floyd Laughren's announcement of a 1% increase in university funds for the coming year, with 2% increases in each of the following two years. Minister of Colleges and Universities Richard Allen also announced that task forces involving administrators, faculty, staff and students would be asked to provide direction on reshaping post-secondary education to respond to restrained funding. Task force proposals could result in a possible 1 % in additional funding. "Three years of minimal funding increases will create serious damage to our universities, especially after the last 15 years of underfunding," said OCUFA President Bill Graham. ''That's disastrous because post-secondary education is key to economic and social recovery for the province." Graham said OCUFA recognizes the province's severe budget situation, but uld continue to fight for tax reform ,( for restoration of federal govemt:n t transfer payments for post secondary education, which were frozen for five years beginning in 1990. OCUFA welcomed the government's plan to involve faculty, students and staff in deciding how to reshape the system. Graham said that OCUFA would support greater co-operation between the college and university systems, greater university accountability and financial disclosures, and refom1 of university governance to become more diverse and representative. OCUFA was worried the government's decision to increase student tuition by 7% would be a tough blow, especially to students and families fighting their way through this reccssion. OCUFA represents some 12,000 professors and academic librarians at Ontario universities. Workshop that will take place in midMarch. They will bring their talents to Lakehead for a one-day seminar that will include advice and demonstration on acting, directing and auditioning. LUACT is also proud to present the first annual "Lakehead University Cabaret O'Fromage" to be held on Wednesday, March 4 at The Outpost. For further information contact LUSU at 343-8259. • • ••••••••••••••••••• • • • The Lakehead University Student Union Presents • • : THE HOLLY COLE TRIO : Canada's Up & Coming Jazz • Trio •• March 22, 1992 Lakehead University •• Association for Creative The Outpost Theatre (LUACT) : Special Faculty, Staff, Student The Lakehcad University AssociaPrice $10 : tion for Creative Theatre (LU ACT) was : formed as an official club in the Fall : Regular Price $15 : semester by faculty, staff and students • A dinner "extraordinnaire" • who saw the need for a more formal •• • will be • association for the development of • offered at additional cost •• theatre and related activities on the •• Lakehead Campus. • Tickets available at LUSU The mandate of the association is to develop and present a wide variety of performance projects. Association members have expressed interest in writing, directing and performing in traditional theatrical productions, radio drama, performance art, popular theatre, script readings and workshops, cabaret and all aspects of Fringe theatre. Membership in the assoc.iation is open to all Lakchcad students, faculty and staff. Currently, the association is working on a few very interesting projects. "Shakespeare in the Halls" was conceived by a group of Arts and Science students as an opportunity to "expose" the Lakehead community to classical theatre in an innovative style. The idea is to direct and perform excerpts of scenes from classical theatre in unlikely places around the Lakehead campus literally "in the halls". Their first performance was a successful reading of a scene from "Cyrano de Bergerac" at the last "Poetry lmprov". The association has also secured the talents of Michael McLaughlin, outgoing Artistic director at Magnus Theatre, and local actress Heather Esdon, featured in "She Stoops to Conquer" earlier this season for Magnus, to participate in an Acting/Directing February 1992---- -- - -- - - - - - - AGORA • •••• ••••••• • •••••• • • Counselling & Career Centre Seminars and Workshops Winter 1992 To register contact the Counselling & Career CcntTe - UC 1002 STUDY SKILLS Effective Reading Monday, Feb. 10 at 1:30 - 3:30 pm RB 2047 6:30 - 8:30 pm LT 5005 Note Taking Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1:30 - 3:30 pm U5005 6:30 - 8:30 pm LI 5005 Effective Study Monday, Feb. 17 -1:30 3:30 pm RB 2047 6:30 - 8:30 pm. - LI 5005 Exam Preparation Thursday, Feb. 20 - 1:30 - 3:30 pm U5005 6:30 - 8:30 pm - LT 5005 STRESS MANAGEMENT 6:30 - 8:30 pm Part 1 - Monday, March 2 - LI 5005 Part 2 - Wednesday, March 4 - LI 5005 Page 9 �Forum Meet L.U.'s Gerontology "Think Tank" Mary Lou Kelley ''There is a great 11eed for research in the area of 1111t ritio11 and the elderly. Is there anyone who would be interested in doing some? "(Community dietician) "The District Managers of my home support agency would like to discuss professional development opporlunilies for themselves and their staffs." (Program administrator) "We are closing a Home for the Aged and would like lo discharge residents who are interested and capable back lo community living. Are there faculty members who would be interested i11 conduct i11g research or providing cons11Itat ion?" (Community agency Administrator) Since establishing an office in September the Northern Educational Centre for Aging and Health (NECAH) has received calls such as these from the community on a weekly basis. Research and education in the field of gerontology is high on the priority list of many, including students who sec increased job opportunities for those educated to work in a country where, by 2025, one in every five people will be over 65 years of age. I, and the res t of the postwar "baby boomcrs", will be part of that 20%. 13y the time my daughters are 65, seniors will likely make up one quarter of the Canadian population. Changing demographics arc not just affecting plinary strength and important regional role in gerontology during the Study Group's conference held last May. Lakchcad faculty and students presented eleven (11) of the nineteen (19) papers and posters as well as participating in the panel discussion and a workshop. Proceedings for Gerontology Forum ' 91 arc available in our bookstore. With the establishment of the Northern Educational Centre for Aging and Health, the Study Group has an organizational base for its activity, and financial su pport to continue its work. Group members will also work closely with the Centre to fulfil its goals in "Senio1·s are interested in more than death" Jean Engholm health and social services but a rc impacting on business and economics, education, recreation and leisure. As Jean Engholm so aptly put it recently in a letter to the editor of the Thunder Bay Post, "Seniors arc interested in more than death and illness" . L1kehcad University is meeting the challenge of an aging population, in part, through the work of an energetic and dedicated Gerontology Study Group with Jots of expertise. The Gerontology Study Group was formed in October of 1991 and now has eighteen members representing eight disciplines. Terry Hill, the newly elected Chair, secs the Study Group as a "well-spring of ideas and information within the university and community, and a catalys t for furthering interest in gerontological research and education. The Gerontology Study Group was instrumental in Lakehead University's success iit gaining support for the Northern Educational Centre for Aging and Health. McMaster University, who has funded the Centre for its initial two years, recognized Lakchcad's interdisci- education and research. Expect to sec a lot more ideas and activity generating from the "think tank". The Northern Educational Centre for Aging a nd Health welcomes inquiries at343-2127. Anyone interested in discussing the work of the group can call Terry Hm at 343-8291 . Gerontology Study Group Member Profiles HANK AKERVALL, Ph.D. Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism Hank adds 18 years experience teaching gerontology and geriatrics in his section in Therapeutic Recreation, Parks, and Tourism. SUE BERRY, D iplomil Physiothe rilpy Coordinator of Northern Studies Stream (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy) Sue's interest lies in promoting education in the Health Sciences and research for physiotherapists. ANITA CHEN, Ph.D., Sociology Anita's past and current research involves cross-cultural comparisons of attitudes toward grandparents, ethnicity, and aging. She tead1cs undergraduate and graduate courses on the sociology of aging and social gerontology. LEONA DICASMIRRO, B.SC. P.T. Manager, Physiotherapist 1-Togarth-Wcstrnount Hospital ECAH Fellow 1989-1 990 Leona teaches part-time at Confederation Co!Jcgc, where she also works on curriculum development and coordinates physiotherapy student placements at Hogarth-Wcstrnount. MARY HEARD, M.S.W., C.S.W. Social Work Mary's involvements include membership in the Council on Positive Aging (COPA)'s Eldcrhostel Commit tee, palliative care, and the Parkinson's Support Group. TERRY HILL, Ph.D., Sociology Terry has a wide range of research interests includ ing age roles and stigma, social change, professional ethics, aging and sexuality, naturism/nudism, the grieving process in men, and business entrepreneurship. MARY LOU KELLEY, M.S.W. , Social Work, Director, NECAH Mary Lou is conducting research focusing on nging, fomily support, health, social service delivery nnd :) seniors independence. T I KI NG, M.Sc.N., School of Nursing Ti's areas of research include the experiences of mid-life daughters who arc caring for their mothers, and the psychosocial experiences of women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. LORNE McDOUGALL, M .N., Ed.D. School of Nursing Lorne's current research includes a project on the health experience of seniors living indepe ndently in the community, alternative home support services and life long learning and seniors. D IANA PALLEN, M.N. School of Nursing Diana worked on a medical unit for many years, and is dedicated to "helping the elderly lead healthy lives to their fullest potential." Chronicity and the use of alternative treatment modi:ilitics to achieve health arc areas of rcscard1 in tercst. JANICE PERKINS, M.Sc. School of Occupational &Phys.Therapy McMastcr University ~ Janice is based at Lakehead Universitt-" as a part of the Northern Studies Stream j continued 011 page 11 Page 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ __ _ _ February 1992 �·profiles continued from page 10 of the programme. Her area of interest in gerontology is computer use and the F'!rly. 1- i'ER PROULX, B. COMM., M.H.A. Exec. Director,Hogarth-Westmount Peter supports the partnership between the acadl'mic research and service provider and his "community" perspective helps to identify the changing needs of the aging population. JANE RAMSAY, M.S.W. Evaluation and Research Consultant Jane recently completed a study concerning the needs of caregivers and seniors with a disability. She has another research project underway • entitled, "Factors Affecting Senior's Use of Support Services and the Impact of Help-seeking on their Level of Independence." KEN ROTENBERG, Ph.D., Psychology Ken is involved in research on the extent to which elderly individuals' interpersonal trust and loneliness affect their health and use of health professionals DARLENE STEVEN, RN, MHSA,Ph.D School of Nursing Darlene is interested in a variety of research areas in gerontology focusing health care delivery and nursing .1inistration. She is currently investigating job satisfaction and stress of nurses and social workers in longterm care settings. r JANE TAYLOR, Ph.D. School of Phys. Education & Athletics Jane is currently working on a research project investigating the long term care needs of the frail elderly. ARE YOU PREPARED? The Thunder Bay Branch of The Canadian Red Cross Society will be holding an Emergency Services Seminar, Staturday, February 29 at the H.M.C.S. Griffon, 125 N. Algoma Street from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. There is no cost for this seminar. Topics to be covered include individual preparedness and community reponse to an emergency. The day will end with a paper exercise. Lunch is provided. Registration is limited. To register call 623-3073 before February 8, 1992 or drop in to the Cross at 112 S. Harold Street tween 9:00 am and 4:45 pm. The Red Cross is ready to help in an emergency. Arc you? Last Writes by Katherine Shedden depending on how finely it was shredThis past Christmas, my neighbours ded) but again he cautioned about the gave me a live tree. "It's a cull from our possibility of spruce gum being exuded parent's 100 acre farrn" they reassured and flavouring root crops. He seemed me, so in went the little spruce for the uninterested in my idea about a federal festive season. Then, after Ukrainian government grant to test balsam Christmas out went the little spruce. But flavoured turnips. I then learned that to where? It still stands foot first in a evergreen mulch does acidify the soil snow bank - no neighbourhood kids and may act as a natural herbicide. Just have taken it, as was the custom when I how complicated is this question? was a kid. We'd sneak around the Quick call to the biology lab to ask if neighbourhood and take every Christthe mulch would be any good for tree mas tree we could get our thieving little seedlings, or bum areas ready for paws on. The real challenge however, reforestation. Perhaps, but what about was shaping them into elaborate transportation costs? Now the prairie backyard forts. Those forts were the spirit kicks into high gear and I start bulk of our fun right up until the special wondering what if The City of Thunder truck came and we were forced to Bay picked up all the trees and dumped surrender the trees for the giant bonfire. them at LU. And what if, as a goodwill That's right, when I was a kid on the gesture, one of the pulp companies bald prairie, the freshly cut trees were 'loaned' us a chopper/shredder mapiled into a great mountain and set chine for one week. And what if The ablaze! In fact, the burning of the trees Small Business Consulting Program at was the highlight of the winter carnival LU conducted a feasibility study to where 'buffalo' burgers were sold and determine if there could be a viable eaten by the thousands, races were run business. Lynn phones her dad to find and, as if in defiance to winter, we out if it's true that Hillcrest H.igh School hearty souls gathered round the manheats with wood chips. Apparently not made pyre hooting and howling like the whole school but they do bum wood coyotes. And never once did [ think chips and the entire system was dethere was anything wrong with that signed at LU! Arc we back to burning ritual - until this January. trees or is the heat captured and Now my vocabulary indudcs ozone, recirculated? Neil Weir could invent a recycle, reuse and reduce. I stood and safe plastic bag that would cause stared at my tree - wanted dead or alive bagged chips to decompose faster. John - one spruce to go with my family Russell could raise a million dollars tradition. I refused to put it out at the selling "Northern Vision Potpourris" to roadside for its funereal trip to the alumni living away from their beloved dump. I couldn't figure out whether it Borcal forest. Mike Turck could encourwould be better to let it decompose with age all cleaning staff to sprinkle the stuff the non-decomposing plastic bags and "'Cncrously as a sweeping compound n . . landfill goodies or . . . or what? Surely, Les Miller could investigate an equidiscarded whole Christmas tTees \viii table tuition fee program - cash, cheque, not help the forest floor (or city dump) VISA or so many pounds of mulch. for years and years. 1 heard this was the Yves Prevost could figure out a way to last year that the city would be transextract all the insects living in the trees porting trees to the landfill site but they and start a free lunch program. Jim hadn't figured out a way to recycle Podd might look at having a mulch wall them. r called "Mr. Agriculture erected around the campus, a certain Canada" at the Expcrin1cntal Farm. To tourist attraction and possible deterrent my question 'what can you do with to vandals. Denise and I start working Christmas trees?' John Wilson sugon the news release headlines to fax gested a long and valuable list. OPERA- across the nation: Lakchcad named TION TREE MULCH had begun. First a evergreen mulch capital of the World! few biology lessons; shredded ever5,000 students hired to bag EVERgreen trees make excellent mulch which GREEN GOLD! Japanese interested in by itself is suitable for crops such as Canada's newest export business! City raspberries, sweet corn, asparagus, cuts $1 million from utility bill by blueberries, and of course, tree seedburning LU mulch! University engilings. Wilson cautioned that crops such neers design ski hill on campus - snow as cucumbers and strawberries would covered mulch! not be su itable. As a soil or compost And somebody wanted me to buy a enhancer for the home gardener, the fake tTcc. Pass the buffalo burgers. material would be valuable especially after decomposition (12 - 24 months February 1992- - - - - -- - -- - - - - - AGORA Pa.gell �Campus Calendar To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call the Information Office at 8300 or mail your information to SN1002. Deadline for the March Agora is February 17,1992. Thunder Bay Art Gallery February 1 - March 15 GERALD McMASTER: THE COWBOYS AND INDIANS SHOW Organized & circulated by the McMicheal Canadian Collection FOND DU LAC TREATY PORTRAITS: 1826 February 11 - March 15 Source: Collection of Richard and Dorothy Nelson, Duluth, Minnesota SASHA MCINNES - WEAVING MATTERS, REGIONAL ARTISTS SERIES February 14 - March 22 Source: London Regional Art Gallery CHOOSING CLAY March 6 - April 5 Source: Canadian Craft Museum B Wednesday, 11 FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Speaker: Dr. Robert Page, Dean, Faculty of Environmental Design, University of Calgary Topic: "Resource Development and the Persistence of Arctic Ecosystems" Place: Regional Centre, Room 0005 12:30pm Thursday, 13 Board of Governors Meeting Friday, 14 Department of Sociology Brown-Bag Series Speaker: T. Hill Topic: "Workable Strategies for Chang Agents in N .W. Ontario Communities" Place: RB 1045 1:00- 2:30 pm. February 17 - 21 Mid-Year Study Week Tuesday, 25 Senate Meeting - Senate Chambers 9:30am. Saturday, 29 Kalevala Seminar Professor Borje Vahamaki, University of Toronto 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Senate Chambers Fee: $30.00 Forms available from Registrar's Office Cornwall Concert Series 1991/92 All Concerts are held in the Recital Hall, 210 S. Algoma St. and are on Tuesdays at 12:30 PM unless otherwise noted. Tickets are available at the door. J Tuesday, February 11 Music by Aris Carastathis performed by Department of Music faculty members. Admission is free. Tuesday, March 3 Thunder Bay Chamber Players. Admission is free. Friday, 6 Department of Sociology Brown-Bag series Speaker: T. Hill Topic: "Social Nudism; the World's Closet Culture" Place: RB 1045 1:00 - 2:30 pm. Saturday, 7 15th Annual Sibley Tour Start time at 9:30 am. (20, 40, & 50 km.) 12:30 pm. 10 km. family fun ski Entry forms available at LU bookstore and local sports shops. 1992 Varsity Home Sch edule February 7-8 Women's Basketball vs. UNIV. of WESTERN ONT. 6:30 pm. Men's Basketball vs. UNIV. of WESTERN ONT. 8:30 pm. February 21-22 Women's Basketball vs. GUELPH 6:30pm. Men's Basketball vs. GUELPH 8:30pm. Campus Recreation Special Events with Confederation College February 8 - Bowling Challenge February 15 - Ball Hockey Challenge and Broomhall Challenge ALL THAT JAZZ!! Free Jazz Concert Sunday, February 16, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Community Auditorium Call the T.B.C.A. at 343-2300. Agorl\ The AGORA is produced by the Information Office, Department of External Relations, Lakchead 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: Lynn Wilson Photography: Peter Puna Graphics: B. 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Title A name given to the resource Agora Magazine Vol.9 No.2 Subject The topic of the resource Universities Description An account of the resource This issue of the Agora contains a report from the President, an article announcing that the Human Performance Lab was reaccredited, and an article on Evelyn Halliday donating to L.U. residence. 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 1992-02 Agora Agora Magazine Alumni Alumni Association Alumni Association of Lakehead University Lakehead Lakehead University President Rosehart President's Perspective https://digitalcollections.lakeheadu.ca/files/original/0cbb8a019799acfcd84a21d99843276f.pdf bed9fa4086f86da3f238201f1ceca4e6 PDF Text Text C LAKEHEAD 1 , UNIVERSITY Thunder Bay Ontario, Canada GOR PROFESSOR BILL HEATH NAMED DISTINGUISHED INSTRUCTOR Bill Heath was born and educated in the United States but this year celebrates his 20-year anniversary at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay. Born in New York, Heath earned his BA at Bowdoin College in Maine and completed his MA and PhD at the University of Minnesota. His first teaching assignment was at Marietta College in Ohio and naturally, there's a good story about how he came to be north of Superior. " I answered an advertisement, received a phone call from George Merrill inviting me to come for an interview, jumped on 5 different planes and 6 hours later was in Thunder Bay" he recalls. "I was impressed because there was a graduate program and I recognized the opportunity to broaden my teaching interests." He remembers being told that weekend in February 1973, that the "arts centre" would definitely be built within two years. Heath, the teacher and music lover who missed Minnesota, answered the alluring call of the North and took the offer. That arts centre took another dozen years but he never looked back. The American literature scholar, threw his heart and energy into the department, the university, the graduate students, tackling Shakespeare and literary criticism when Emerson and Frost needed a rest. Professor Heath served as Chair of the Senate Research Committee (?O's) was Chair of the English Department from 1983 to 1986 and admits to having been involved in most facets of the University. "I'm lucky to teach with many distinguished instructors in the Department. I believe we have a reputation as a good '1eaching" department. Since teaching is the big pay off for me, I consciously decided to do less writing and concentrate on what I do best." Heath is the Coordinator of Graduate Students and says its a duty he enjoys. "I'mvery proud of our graduate students." Bill Heath's idea of a good sabbatical may come as a bit of a surprise; he's only taken one and he stayed home and read the complete works of Emily Dickinson (yes, all 1700 plus poems in chronological order!). His upcoming sabbatical may include travel but he's taking Thoreau. Referring to the award, Heath argues " I'm incredibly lucky. As a teacher, I am already doing what I love. And just being nominated for the award is an honour. To be nominated by students demonstrates respect and trust which is the highest accolade a teacher can receive." When not preparing for class, Bill Heath may be heard singing with the Thunder Bay Symphony Chorus, preparing for the gardening season or curled up with a good book. "I'm reading 'Wild Swans' by Jung Chang right now - fabulous." Excerpts from Dr. Heath's address page 10 Volume 10, Number 2 February 1993 I I I = I ~ \ \ \ ' •r ''I I I Needs a caption. The writer with the best cutline for this campus photograph will win a pair of tickets to the Thunder Bay Symphony concert 'Carmen' on April 3. DISTINGUISHED RESEARCHER LECTURE bY. Dr. Nell Weir Department of Chemistry Thursday, March 11 4:30 pm Upper.Lecture Theatre ''Why Study the Photo-Processes of Big Molecules?" IN THIS ISSUE: First for Newhouse . . . . . .. . . ... . 4 Claude Garton visits Herbarium Open House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 "I didn~ know that" . .. . ..... . . .. 11 �REPORT FROM THE PRESIDENT Super Ministry On a more sobering note, the advanced standing applications are down about 15%. _ _Ov _ er_all, first year applications are up of the order of 12%. . . The Bob R~e Government has moved to establish a super Ministry of Education and Training. The new Ministry will encompass the former Ministries of Education, Skills Development, and Colleges and Universities. With one Deputy Minister (Chartes Pascal, OISE, President, Sir Sandford Fleming College, Chair, Council of Regents and, most recently, OM at COMSOC), it is anticipated that the structure of the Ministry will be amalga~ated, perhaps on an integrated lifelong learning concept. With a dual focus on both Education and Training, I see the new structure as perhaps at last allowing the universities a window on the advanced training needs for the Province and a more significant role for the universities in the economic renewal agenda. nme will tell, but the opportunities may be there. Teaching Each term, formal teaching evaluations are carried out in each course. Individual Faculty members use this feedback for a variety of purposes including use at the time of promotion, tenure and renewal. I would like to take this opportunity to remind Lakehead University Faculty members that, if you have concerns related to any aspect of your teaching, please do ask for help. The Office of Instructional Development is there to help you on a confidential basis and, as well, take the opportunity to seek out input from your Dean, Chair and/or Director. Experience indicates that individuals who have concerns and who seek out help achieve enhanced satisfaction from their teaching. The help is there for the asking. It is confidential, voluntary and, best of all, free. Major Research Proposal Lakehead University has suggested to the Provincial Government the establishment at Lakehead University of a major Centre for Forest Environmental and Economic Research. In the first few years, this Centre would focus on the AOX issue and would form an "Ontario" based centre of excellence in this area. Funding would be provided by both Ontario an~ the forest _industry. To date, support for the concept has been given by vanous regional municipalities and municipal groups, and we await the formal reaction of the Ontario Government to the proposal. The Government is to allocate $10 million for research on the AOX issue. A Great Aboriginal Visionary Passes On February 3, 1993, at the age of 45, Dennis Cromarty died suddenly. Dennis had served as both Grand Chief of the Nishnawbe-Aski Nation and as C.E.0. of the N.A.N. Development Fund. As well, he was N.A.N.'s Chief Negotiator on a variety of self-government initiatives. Dennis was a visionary who, at an earty age, became involved with the Company of Young Canadians. He was one of the first (if not the first) Native graduate of Lakehead University in 1973. While at Lakehead University, Dennis studied Political Studies and Economics. He was a patient and understanding individual February 26 - Thank You Day The Lakehead University community, particularty our faculty and staff, have responded well to the difficult challenges put to us during the past year. The institution has dealt with record enrolments, the incorporation of new facilities and p~ograms into our work environment, a very successful Safety First Program, and an ever-demanding external environment. You should be proud of your individual participation, and February 26 is one way of saying "Thank You". continued on page 11 Campus Development Using special targeted funding, several small projects are currently underway on campus. Renovations to the University Centre Theatre continue and work will start shortly on Braun Building improvements in the basement which will include tunnel access to the basement of the Braun building from the main tunnel system. As well, a new wet laboratory will be constructed for Anthropology. Serious discussion continues with the Sisters of St. Joseph over the acquisition of the Avila Centre by Lakehead University. This current year, we have 27 students in Avila as an auxiliary residence, and the feedback has been excellent. If Avila is acquired by Lakehead University, it will be operated as a residence under the direction of Grant Walsh. Dr. Bob Rosehart receives an installment cheque from (left to right) J. Paul Mathieson, District Manager, Operations, Manitoba and Tom Switzer, Terminal Superintendent, Thunder Bay both of CN Rail. The cheque was part of CN's $25,000 commitment to the Share Our Northern Vision Campaign. Fall 1993 Application Data The earty numbers are in, and the results speak well for Lakehead University. From the direct entry high school pool, the system is up 2.9% while Lakehead University is up over 18%1 2 AGORA February 1993 ) �AROUND CAMPUS $290,000 from Management Accountants to School of Business Administration Electric Vehicles The car of the future? Bill Adams, Director of the Electrochemical Science and Technol· ogy Centre from the University of Ottawa was on campus to discuss the possiblity of widespread manufacturing and use of electric vehicles in the near future. Adams strongly believes that electric cars should be the car of the future in Canada and he calls for the implementation of tax breaks for people who want to own one. Researchers from Lakehead University's School of Engineering, professors Sabah Mansour and Seimer Tsang, will be conducting research on EVs in the North as part of Thunder Bay Hydro's Planning for the Future. Electric cars were invented in 1901, but problems with the limited range between recharging, the time it takes to recharge and the fact that "power filling stations" aren't readily The School of Business Administration at Lakehead University has received $290,000 from available have discouraged the EV the Society of Management Accountants of Ontario. Tf!e five year Share Our Northern _Vision option for consumers. Bill Adams says Campaign commitment includes $135,000 for a new micro computer user laboratory, with the that all of these problems can be easily remaining sum going towards various activities within the operation of the School. . fixed. "If more people buy EVs, the Representatives from the Society of Management Accou~tants, Bob Dye and qoreen _Wilson demand for solutions to these problems (bottom right) right were on campus to open the lab. President Rosehart and Jim Rapmo,. Dean of the School of Business at Confederation College are seated next to them. Standing will springload people to action." Big time auto makers are investing more left to right, Professor Richard Glew, Nancy MacGillvr~y, Pres[dent,Thunder Bay Chapter, time and money into researching Mel Zobatar, Past President and Professor Ken Hartviksen, Director of the School of electrical cars and batteries. "There Business Administration. was no cost-benefit for companies to invest in the electric car before, but that March 16- It's March Break and we want everyone on campus for has changed with the passing of the The Northern American Ski Championships - children can cross Clean Air Act in California in 1990." 10 country ski {free) or swim in the pool and then join in the percent of all cars must have zero Opening Ceremonies and sprints races on CAMPUS beside the emissions by the year 2003. TO KEHE---...,,- Fieldhouse - enjoy theTrade show in Agora Chili Anyone? Lakehead University entered two teams in the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Chili Challenge • the 'warming' event of the city's Winter Carnival! The Alumni team's "CNR Bouja" was invented by Supreme Chef Ben Kaminski. Back row cooks left to right, Brian Ktytor, Janice Anderson, Ben Kaminski and Jack Christy. The LU team with LULU's Best included left to right, Chief Cook Norma Gibson, Terry Rath, Aline Bresele, and Denise Bruley. Although neither team won best chili honours, their secret ingredients (Alumni's BBQ sirloin and LU's red wine) kept the judges coming t back for 'Just one more taste." J I 3 AGORA February 1993 �WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE LIBRARY WREFERENCE AND INFORMATION SERVICES Also don't forget that LIBRARY ASSISTANCE is available at the Information Desk on the main floor of the Chancellor ) Paterson Library. Whether you need an address, population information, or require more in-depth information, reference librarians are trained to understand your question, suggest sources to be consulted, and instruct you in their use. At the Chancellor Paterson Library a number of services are available throught the Reference and Information Services Department. The following is a list of some of the services available and who to contact to find out more about these services: WLIBRARY INSTRUCTION Please don't hesitate to come to the Information Desk or call 343-8302 if you need any type of assistance. Arrangements can be made for individual or group sessions. Provides orientation to and instruction in the use of library resources. Call 343-8147 for more information. WINFORMATION DESK HOURS Monday to Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday WCOMPUTERIZED AND CDROM SEARCH SERVICES Offers customized online searching of indexes and abstracts and makes available the searching of indexes on compact disc via microcomputer. Call 343-8129 for more information. 8:30 am to 9:00 pm 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm wwmwwwwwwwwwwwww ATTENTION POETS W INTERLIBRARY LOANS The National Library of Poetry in Owings Mills, Maryland, has announced that $12,000 in prizes will be awarded this year to over 250 poets in the North American Open Poetry Contest. The deadline for the contest is March 31, 1993. The contest is open to everyone and entry is FREE. Any poet, whether previously published or not, can be a winner. Every poem entered also has a chance to be published in a deluxe, hardbound anthology. To enter.send one original poem, any subject and any style, to the National Library of Poetry, 11419 Cronridge Dr., P.O. Box 704-XE, Owings Mills, MD 21117. The poem should be no more than 20 lines, and the poet's name and address should appear on the top of the page. Entries must be postmarked by March 31, 1993. A new contest opens April 1. Provides resources from other libraries that are not available at the Lakehead University Library. Call 343-8135 for more information. Thunder Bay Historical Museum, Lakehead University and Papers & Records The latest edition of the Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society's Papers & Records was released recently. It is of note that every author in the edition had some connection with Lakehead University. Jeff Sumner, Rob Neff and Elinor Barr are all graduates. Dr. Livia DiMatteo is an Assistant Professor of Economics and Cindy Danton is a student. Papers & Records, Vol. XX (1992) is available at the museum and in bookstores for $5.00. Articles: "World War II German POW's in Northwestern Ontario" by Jeff Sumner "The Good Doctor. The Life of Thomas Stuart Trill Smellie" by Rob Neff "Finland to Lappe, Ontario: Selma Lamppu Hynna (19051991) by Cindy Danton "Evidence on Lakehead Economic Activity fram the Fort William Building Permit Registers, 1907-1969" by Livia DiMatteo "Swedes at the Lakehead 1900-1930" by Elinor Barr NEWHOUSE CAPTURES CANADIAN TRACK TITLE Ian Newhouse, representing the Lakehead University Athletics Club, won the 800 metre event at the Canadian Indoor Track & Field Championships held in Winnipeg, Feb. 19 - 21. • Newhouse, who led from start to finish, posted a winning time of 1 minute 52.84 seconds. This was just 2/1 00ths of a second ahead of the runner up, Sasha Smiljanic of British Columbia. • This is the first Canadian 800 meter indoor title for Newhouse, who has represented this country in numerous international events, including the Olympics in 1980 and 1984. Dr. Newhouse is a faculty member in the School of Physical Education and Athletics at Lakehead University and is the head Coach of the university track and field club. CONGRATS! MARCH BREAK TREAT CELEBRATE THE NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS Free on campus cross-country skiing and swimming (Fieldhouse) for children of University employees (it's always free for staff) Tuesday, March 16 From 11 :30 - 2:30 4 AGORA February 1993 �iiJH=i-i RANDY REGULAR JILL OTTO Randy has joined the Department of Mathematics as a computer consultant. The position also involves troubleshooting and computer services liaison for the faculty. Originally from St. John's, Newfoundland, Randy moved to Thunder Bay in September '91. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Memorial University and earned a • position after graduation as computer technical support for Apple Products. Since moving to Thunder Bay Randy has taught computer courses at a local computer firm and worked part-time at McKellar Hospital on a centralized database that will identify hospital bed availability across the city. His current project at the University involves programming the solutions for the Junior and Senior High School Computer Science contest held on campus in May. In his spare time Randy is an officer with the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve. Tel. ext. 8218. Randy is of course on E-Mail. You can welcome him at RREGULAR@ THUNDER.LakeheadU.CA MURRAY COHEN cc NEW APPOINTMENT ANNOUNCED Walter Trutenko Murray Cohen is the Acting Coordinator of the Native Access Program for Engineering. He has a long history of working in education and with Native people. Murray received his Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Education and Masters of Education degrees, specializing in Mathematics, from the University of Manitoba. He taught math for Adult Education programs in Winnipeg for 1Oyears. He also taught high school students in Houston, Texas, finding the one year experience in a ghetto school "a challenge". Murray became involved six years ago in the first Canadian Native Access Program for Engineering, at the University of Manitoba. The program, after which the Lakehead University one is modelled, provides one-year upgrading courses to native students to prepare them for entry into the mainstream Engineering program. "The program at Lakehead was developed by the School of Engineering by Dr. Gary Locker and a diverse committee of aboriginal people." In addition to his co-ordinator responsiblities, Murray teaches mathematics in the program. He recently organized NAPE's acceptance into the American Indian Science and Engineering Society. A professional society, LU's membership in AISES is only the second in Canada. In his leisure time, Murray enjoys travelling and playing strategic games like chess. Tel. ext. 7712 Fax. 8013. AGORA Jill Otto recently joined the Department of Library and Information Studies as a Library Technologist/Secretary. "My job entails two aspects - library capabilities are needed, i.e. cataloging, reference work and budgeting - as well as secretarial." From Thunder Bay, Jill is a recent graduate of the Library Technology Program at Lakehead University ('92) and is completing her Bachelor of Arts degree, expecting to graduate at May '93 Convocation. "My plans are to eventually receive an Honours degree in English". Jill has worked for the Thunder Bay Public Library system on the supply list as well as spending the past two summers as a technician conducting children's programming. "Ideally, I would like to be a children's technician, that's what I'm most comfortable with." When she is not at work, Jill looks forward to spending time with her two children as well as "reading anything I can get my hands on". She sings in her church folk group and stays active dancing and cross-country skiing. Tel. ext 8420 Fax. 8007. Walter Trutenko was recently appointed Manager of Operations for Campus Development. "Technically it's a new position because the responsibilities have changed", said Trutenko. "They have combined the duties of the Manager of Operations with the Manager of Electrical Maintenance. It certainly makes the days, the nights and the weekends go by fast", he chuckled. In his new position, Trutenko looks after the distribution of all utilities on campus and the operation of the powerhouse. Trutenko holds a First Class Stationary Engineer's Licence, a Gas Fitter's Licence and a Engineering Technology Diploma. He will celebrate his 20th year at Lakehead University this summer. "I started in the powerhouse as a shift engineer and worked my way up into management." Until his appointment, Trutenko was the Manager of Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance. Recently he and Jacky Johnston (the voice at the end of the phone answering requests for maintenance) relocated to the Powerhouse for a more streamlined approach. "We're all together now", said Trutenko. He looks forward to providing an environment that is both conducive to work and to learning. Telephone remains the same: ext. 8404. Jacky Johnston: ext. 8273. Fax. 8938. 5 February 1993 �LAKEHEAD'S HERBARIUM: OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATES SIXTY YEARS OF COLLECTING by Joan Crowe, Acting Curator !er~ allies but als~ bryophytes and lichens. As the latter are good indicators of env"onmental health, this section may become inha~ ,ts ongIns in ~laude s personal collection of pressed plants creasingly important in future environmental assessments. The herbarium is now run by the Acting Curator under the which he started in 1993. The number of specimens was quite guidance of a committee drawn from the Biology and Forestry small (around 2000} until after World War 11, but from 1954 Dep?rtments. A~ space is limited, exchanges are being onwards he collected more intensively. By the time he retired restncted to specimens from Ontario, north and west of Lake from his position as principal of Current River School (now Su~eri~r. Regular opening hours and proper supervision are Claude E. Garton School) in 1967, his collection had increased beginning to_ dra""'. students back and the herbarium is being to approximately 10,000. At that time, Doug Lindsay (Chairman used extensively in the summer by personnel fram agencies of the Biology Department) arranged that Claude should donate such as the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Conservation his herbarium to the university and accompany it as Curator-a Authority. Those involved would like to see the herbarium position he still holds. Many of us can remember Claude busy extend its role as a clearing house for botanical information with his pla~ts in his own little corner of the Braun Building. regarding this area. When the Biology and Forestry Departments moved into the Funding is very limited, although a grant has permitted a Cente~nial Building in 1969, Claude accompanied them and the stu~ent to be hired every summer to date. Volunteer help, herbanum was set up on the third floor opposite the double particularly from the Thunder Bay Field Naturalists, is invaluable. elevator (CB 3027}. Every spring he would embark on one of A joint collecting project with them has been in progress for two his many collecting trips. Whether to Greenwood Lake, years and they have been actively Pukaskwa or the islands of Lake involved in a new version of The Nipigon, over the years Claude Checklist of Vascular Plants of assisted many agencies in assessing Thunder Bay District which was last the natural vegetation of their chosen revised by Claude in 1984. Stuarea. He always reappeared every fall dents participating in recent Botany in time for Forestry Field School. courses have made useful contribuClaude finally ceased actively runtions to the collections. The most ning the herbarium in May 1990. At that important project at present is the point, the specimens numbered about recording of all label information in a 97,000, Claude's personal collection be· data base, in order that this valuable ing just over 24,000. The remainder had record of distribution and habitat will been collected by dedicated amateurs be more readily available. Eventusuch as Eva Beckett and Walter and ally it will be possible to produce Marg Hartley;by professors and students computerized distribution maps. in the Biology and Forestry Departments The process has begun but, in order or by exchange of replicate specimens to make real progress, extra staff will with other institutions. Over the years be required. The on-going business Claude made many botanical connecof fielding inquiries, helping students tions in Canada, the U.S.A., Finland, and and maintaining collections takes up even as far afield as India and the south· most of the time of the summer ern hemisphere, resulting in holdings from assistant and the acting curator. We all these areas. Through exchanges, are starting to use high school Coparticularly with the University of Toronto op students but their expertise is and the Fowler Herbarium at Queen's necessarily limited and what is really University, we have also acquired specineeded is a substantial one-time mens dating back to the mid-nineteenth grant to enable us to complete the century. There are even several coldata base. We also need a team of lected by the famous Canadian botanist volunteers who are sufficiently John Macoun, who, curiously enough, . . interested in Botany to devote some also started his professional life as a Left, Tern McC/ymont, assistant and Joan Crowe, schoolmaster. The obverse of these ex- acting curator, with guest of honour, Claude Garton. time to becoming expert in one group of plants: for example, changes isthat plants collected and prepared by Claude are spread all over the world and he is rightly grasses or sedges. Even more important a specialist in renowned for the high quality of his specimens. There is more to bryophytes and lichens would be invaluable.There is a long and prep_ari~g. a good herbarium specimen than simply picking it and honourable history of amateur involvement in Botany and one of stuffing It into_a plastic bag. Pressing, drying and mounting were the best examples of that is Claude. It can be said with brought to a fine art by Claude, a tradition which we are trying to confidence that, after sixty years, the Claude Garton Herbarium is alive and well with acquisition numbers close to 100,000. follow today. It was an honour to have its founder on campus with us One other unique feature of our collection is that it has a for the Open House. good representation of non-flowering plants, not only fems and . T~~ Cl?ude Gart~n Herbarium at Lakehead University 6 AGORA February 1993 �.RESEARCH NEWS CONTACT NUMBERS: Director: Dr. Connie Nelson ext. 8793 Research Officer: Anne Klymenko ext. 8223 Special Projects Officer: Kelly Morris ext. 8939 Graduate Studies Assistant: Lynn Gollat ext. 8785 Research Secretary: Lynn Wilson ext. 8283 FEBRUARY 1993 Nurse Researchers release analysis of the Cardiovascular portion of the Ontario Health Survey - Northwestern Ontario results cause for concern Professors from the School of Nursing were awarded a $25,000 research grant from the Ministry of Health to analyze the Ontario Health Survey from a Cardiovascular Perspective . Darlene Steven and Rhonda-Kirk Gardner announced the results at a media conference on February 13. Their report addressed the prevalence and distribution patterns of cardiovascular risk factors based on data from 43,954 residents of ( Jntario aged 18 years and older. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease are widespread in the Ontario populations but results for the Thunder Bay District revealed statistics higher than the provincial average for high blood pressure, perception of high stress, heart disease, obesity and smoking. As cardiovascular disease is a major cause of illness, disability and death in Canada, approximately 41% of all deaths are attributed to it. Research has demonstrated that the adoption of healthier lifestyles has the potential to reduce or prevent the incidence of morbidity and death. Most risk factors are amenable to change. These include smoking, abnormal blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, inactivity and stress. Risk factors which cannot be modified include age, sex (being male) and family history. There were some interesting responses to the questionnaire. Approximately 85% planned to do something over •he next year to improve their health. And yet the survey indicates that cocaine use is 1 Research News Dr. Darlene Steven Professor Rhonda Kirk-Gardiner Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health, increasing and dietary intake of fat and the $100,000 program promotes commucholesterol is higher among younger age groups. Despite increased funding directed at nity awareness of the risk factors associated with heart disease. This education anti-smoking campaigns and responsible and prevention approach is aimed at drinking in moderation, the prevalence rates helping people reduce their risk factors. continue to be high and the majority of The "Coronary Risk Report" provides residents who drink and smoke do not fully individual assessment of risk as well as believe that these behaviours will lead to suggestions on way to promote cardiac health problems. Of the 43 public health districts studied, health through lifestyle changes. The program is offered free to any some startling differences in the risk factors group (minimum ten) and encourages were noticed. Porcupine District had the meetings in the work place or home. For highest prevalence of smoking (41.8%) and further information contact any of the the second highest prevalence of heavy smoking (18.2%). The highest rate of heavy _agency partners. smoking was found in the Essex/Windsor district (21 .7%). Ottawa/Carelton and the York Region experienced the highest levels Survey Highlights of reported stress (both over 60%). The . one-quarter of the population of highest prevalence of BMl's (body mass Ontario are smokers and the prevaindex) over 27 were found in Porcupine, lence of heavy smoking is increasing Northwestern, and Renfrew. Stevens and . one-quarter of the population of Kirk-Gardner told reporters that in the Ontario. is overweight Thunder Bay District, perception of stress and . three-quarters of the population lack of activity were cause for concern, is.inactive especially because people can "do some. one-quarter of the population thing" about both risk factors. consume more than seven alcoholic Another project coordinated by Stevens beverages per week and Kirk-Gardner is a working model of one . of every 100 residents of of their recommendations. The "Healthy Ontario, four have heart disease, ten Heart Promotion Program" is a cooperative have hypertension, three have community effort by Lakehead University, the circulatory disease and three have Thunder Bay District Health Unit and the diabetes Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. 1 February 1993 �enable university researchers to increase their contributions towards the understanding and solution of problems in these fields and to train highly qualified personnel. GRANTS AND CONTRACTS AWARDED How are Strategic Grants different from operating grants ... -Strategic grant funds are focused on priority research areas; -Funding is provided in support of relatively short-term, specific-duration research projects with clearly defined objectives; -Strategic grants require close adherence to the specified research objectives of the project; -Strategic research projects must respond to the needs and opportunities outlined in the mission statement of one of the priority areas, and be justified in terms of potential socio-economic benefits to Canada; -Multidisciplinary research and cooperation with industry and /or government is encouraged; -Linkages to the user sector must be identified and results should ultimately be transferred to this sector. LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY AWARDED FORESTRY CANADA NODA CONTRACTS WORTH $570,000 In 1992, Forestry Canada entered into the Canada-Ontario Northern Ontario Development Agreement (NODA) with the Province of Ontario. An objective of NODA is to support applied forestry research by government and non-government organizations and to assist the forestry sector through studies related to applied research; technology development and transfer and decision support tools. Lakehead University is pleased to announce that approximately $570,000 (over the next three years) has been awarded to the following researchers: Dr. Peter Duinker, School of Forestry to undertake a research project entitled, "Sustainable Development Indicators for the Forest Resources of Ontario". Dr. Duinker states, "If we are to achieve sustainable development of forest resources, forest managers will require a broad base of environmental information from which to make sound integrated resource-management decisions. Indicators can provide a significant source of this information on the forest resource in the form of quantitative data relevant to sustainable forestry characteristics". What criteria is used for the evaluation of Strategic applications? The criteria are: -the socio-economic relevance of the project; -the quality of the proposed research; -the excellence of the applicant(s); -the contribution to the training of highly qualified personnel. To receive funding, an application must rank highly on all criteria. Dr. Azim Malllk, Department of Biology to undertake a research project entitled, "Efficacy of Release Treatments on Regeneration Strategies of Major Competing Species of Northwestern Ontario". Little is known about how the major competing species of Northwestern Ontario respond to various release treatments. Dr. Mallik feels that "understanding pre- and posttreatment regeneration ability and population dynamics of competing species would help explain the vegetation processes observed in the field following release treatments, and have practical implications for vegetation control strategies". What are the identified priority research areas? ) Advanced Technologies -Information Technology -Biotechnology -Industrial Materials, Products and Processes -Manufacturing Systems -Energy Natural Resources -Food, Agriculture and Aquaculture -Forestry -Mineral Resources -Oceans and Inland Waters Dr. Bill Parker, School of Forestry to undertake a research project entitled, "Seed Zone Delineation for Jack Pine in the Ontario Northwest Region by Short-term Testing and Geographic Information Systems". The goals of the project are to: improve our knowledge of adaptive variation of jack pine for the Northwest Region of Ontario; to use this knowledge to refine the existing pattern of seed zones for the region; and to develop a rapid operational method of site-specific seed source selection based upon Geographic Information Systems (GIS) techniques. Environmental Quality New Directions The "New Directions" area is provided as a special mechanism to support a small number of truly outstanding proposals on new and emerging science or engineering research topics of potential national importance. This area will only entertain those proposals meeting the above criteria and which fall outside of the scope of the ten identified strategic areas. The deadline for submission of proposals has been changed this year to April 15, 1993. Should you have further questions regarding the NSERC Strategic Program, or if you would like to obtain guidelines and application forms, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies at ext. 8223 RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES NSERC Strategic Grants The objective of the Strategic Grants Program is to promote and accelerate targeted research in-selected fields of national importance. More specifically, it is the intent of the program to 2 Research News J February 1993 �SSH RC NEWS .. The Dorothea Crittenden Essay Award In Studies of the Elderly id to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada Deadline: April 27 2 x $250 The objective of this program is to encourage and facilitate the communication of research among Canadian scholars through conferences, workshops, symposia and colloquia held in Canada. Grants are awarded in support of conferences with a defined theme, which are devoted to the study of aspects of a particular question. Support is offered to conference organizers to help defray administrative costs of organizing a conference, travel and subsistence of participants and publications of conference proceedings. The deadlines for submission of proposals are: April 1, July 11 January 5. The Dorothea Crittenden Essay Award in Studies of the Elderly is offered to encourage students to engage in research regarding society's role in the changing needs of the elderly. Students registered full-time at Lakehead University in an undergraduate or graduate program in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Nursing may enter the competition by submitting an essay on this topic. Application should be made in the form of a letter to the respective Department Chairman/Director. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Graduate Scholarships SSHRC Strengthening of Specialized Research Collections Deadline: Early April The objective of this program is to increase the research capacity of Canadian universities through the strengthening of specialized research collections in the humanities and social sciences in Canada. The program is designed to support collections at an advanced level, in clearly defined fields which are tied to the current and long-term research interest and activities of faculty and graduate students. Grants are offered for one-,two-,or threeyear periods. Up to $50,000 per institution per year may be awarded. Interested applicants must inform the Chief Librarian of their intent to apply to this program to prevent multiple applications. Scholarships are awarded by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for graduate studies in the social, economic, physical, technical, administrative and legal aspects of housing related to the housing environment. Application packages available in January in the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. CMHC Graduate Scholarships for Masters Degree in Housing Deadline: March 26 - up to $14,000 Scholarships will be awarded for full-time graduate studies in various aspects of housing. Candidates successful in the 1003-94 competition for new awards will be eligible to apply for one scholarship renewal, where needed, to complete degree requirements. AUCC MICROFUND COMPETITION DELAYED AUCC's Microfund Program awards travel grants to academics wishing to pursue institutional linkages with universities/ government agencies in developing countries. They had planned to hold a Microfund competition in Mid-March, but have yet to negotiate the terms for administering the program with CIDA. Therefore, they have decided to delay the competition until further notice. Stay tuned! The Research Office will let all faculty know when the nex1 deadline has been announced. Norman Barwin Scholarship Deadline: April 1 $2,500 The scholarship will be open to Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who are graduates of any recognized university, possess an Honours degree or its equivalent and intend to work for a higher degree in the field of reproductive health. This could include disciplines such as: biology; Canadian studies; education; history; medicine; political science; psychology; social work; sociology; and women's studies. GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Robert Andras Memorial Scholarship Deadline: April 27 $200 FOURTH ANNUAL GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE Awarded by the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association in honour of Robert Andras for his sensitivity to the Nation's immigration and multicultural policies and for his active and creative assistance to the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association in his capacity as member of parliament for Thunder Bay and as a Federal Cabinet Member. This scholarship is awarded annually to a returning, full-time student in a degree program who, as part of his/her studies has prepared the best thesis or major paper on multiculturalism or ethnic studies related themes, past or present. A copy of the aforementioned work is to be donated to the Thunder ( '3ay Multicultural Association for its resource library. Application s~ould be made in the form of a letter to the Department Chairman/ Director. IResearch News March 25-26, 1993 in the Senate Chambers The purpose of the Conference is to: (1) give graduate students a public forum for presenting their research activities; (2) enhance awareness within the University community of the calibre and diversity of research being undertaken by graduate students; and (3) publicly acknowledge the efforts of faculty supervisors. All graduate students and faculty members are welcome to attend. 3 February 1993 �UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES Pediatric AIDS Foundation/American Foundation for Aids Research -January 12, 1993. Royal Bank Award 1993 - February 28, 1993. ~ Secretary of State: Canadian Studies Directorate • Open. .. /J SEED Wage Subsidy Program - March 12, 1993. SHASTRI Inda-Canadian Institute: Collaborative Research Program in the Social Sciences and the Humanities • (Letter of Intent) - March 31, 1993. Supply and Services Canada: Environmental Innovation Program - Open. United States Embassy Grants in American Studies - September 1, 1993. Wildlife Habitat Canada - Habitat Conservation, Restoration and Enhancement Projects (March 15 and September 15); Communication and Education Projects (March 15 and September 15); Research Projects (March 1). World Wildlife Fund (Wildlife Toxicology Research Program) November 15 and April 15. The Ontario Ministry of Health, has CANCELLED the upcoming May 1, 1993 Health Research Grants Program competition. They anticipate that the applications will be accepted for the November 1, 1993 competition. NSERC Programs Bilateral Exchange Program - March 1 and October 15 Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships - June 1 and December 1. University-Industry Research Partnerships Program - Open. International Collaborative Research Grants • October 15 and March 1. International Scientific Exchange Awards • October 15 and March 1. Scientific Publication Grants - April 15 and October 1. Strategic Grants - April 15. GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SSHRC Programs Government of Canada Awards - Deadlines vary by country CIDA Young Researchers Award - Open CIDA Awards for Canadians - February 15 and September 8 Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada • July 1, November 1, April 1. Strategic Partnership Development Grants - November 1, January 15, April 15. Strengthening of Specialized Research Collection - April 1. International Summer Institutes Program - April 1. 1993-94 Internal Graduate Scholarships• 30 March 1993 Abitibi Price Inc. Graduate Fellowship and C.J. Saunders Graduate Scholarship (1 @ $1,800) Alumni Association Silver Jubilee Graduate Scholarship (2 @ $800) :~ Harold S. Braun Memorial Graduate Scholarship (1 @ $600) Lakehead University Graduate Scholarship (8 @ $1 ,200) 1993-94 Ontario Graduate Scholarship Program "Institutional" Competition ($3,953/term -92/93 rate) OTHER RESEARCH PROGRAMS Canadian Studies and Special Projects Directorate 1993-94 {April 1, 1993 and November 1, 1993). Corporate Higher Education Forum Awards· March 1, 1993. Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/Bursaries • January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. Health and Welfare Canada/MAC - AIDS Research Program • March 15 and September 15; Joint Fellowships for AIDS Postdoctoral Fellowships - April 1 and November 15. Health and Welfare Canada: NHRDP - Deadline changed to October 1, 1993, but NHRDP will also accept applications from June 1st onward to accommodate applicants who found the earlier date more convenient; Career Awards -July 31 , 1993; Conferences and Workshops -six months prior to the event. NATO CCMS Fellowships - Research Related to the Natural and Social Environment - February 28, 1993. National Research Council - Laboratories Research Associateships - Open. NORTOP, Ministry of Northern Development and Mines - March Wildlife Habitat Canada Graduate Scholarship Awards • March 1, 1993 The Office of Research and Graduate Studies, in conjunction with the Office of Information Services, is asking all faculty to share 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 community 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 communicating your research endeavours to the community at large. For further research information call Anne Klymenko at ext. 8223 or drop by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies.For information about Foundations, call Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at ext. 8910 or drop by Alumni 1.., ~ House. 1- 26, 1993. Ontario Centre for Materials Research - Faculty Renewal Award Program - April 1, 1993. • Ontario Ministry of Health - Nursing Innovation Fund - January 1, May 1, September 1; Health Research Grants (May 1, 1993 cancelled!, November 1, 1993), Feasibility Studies (Open), Formulation Grants (Open), Information Studies (May 1 and November 1), Workshops and Conferences (Open). Organization of American States - PAA Fellowships • March 1, 1993. Research News ____.I L . . . - -_ _ _ _ 4 February 1993 �PEOPLE, PAPER, PUBLICATIONS Dr. El Molto, Department of Anthropology, presented a seminar entitled "Comparative Paleoepiderniology of Desert Isolates frorn the Dakhleh, Egypt. and the Cape Region of Baja, California, Mexico." The Anthropol· ogy seminars took place on January 15, 1993 at the University of Minnesota, Duluth. These seminars were co-sponsored by the Sociology-Anthropology Department, the Archaeometry Lab and the Paleobiology Lab of UMD. C C Dr. H.T. Saliba, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, attended the third Pan-American Congress of Applied Mechanics that took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil from January 48, 1993, where he was invited to speak on the topic of "Science and Technology Policies in the Americas". He also presented a technical paper entltled "A Simplified and Highly Accurate Approach to the Free Vibration Analysis of Right Angle Triangular Plates", and chaired a technical session on the topic of nonlinear vibrations. Dr. Said M. Easa, Professor of Civil Engineering, authored the following articles: "Reliability-based design of lntergreen Interval at Traffic Signals", Journal of Transportation Engineering, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Vol. 119, No. 2, 1993 and "Normal Depth Calculations in Complex Channels: Discussion", Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering, ASCE, Vol.118, No. 5, 1992. Dr. Easa also presented a paper entitled "Geometric and Sight Distance Characteristics of Highway Reverse Curves" at the Annual Conference of the Transportation Research Board, held in Washington, D.C., January 10-14, 1993. Dr. Brian Phillips, Associate Professor, Department of Geography, has published the article "A Time-Space Model for the Distribution of Shoreline Archaeological Sites in the Lake Superior Basin", in the forthcoming issue of the International Journal of Geoarchaeology, Vol.a, No.2, published by John Wiley and Sons. The product of several years of cumulative research experience with the deglaciation history of the region, the author hopes that the predictive model will provide a guide for archaeological Dr. Harun Rasid, Professor research planning and a framework upon which currently & Chair, Department of Geogra~isparate archaeological site data around Lake Superior may be phy has recently published the integrated. following article: "Poldering vs As part of related field work, Dr. Phillips will be conductcompartmentalization: the choice ing a pilot study in selected state parks on the Minnesota north of flood control techniques in shore, in May-June, under the direction of Dr. George Rapp, Jr., Bangladesh' in Environmental Archaeometry Laboratory, University of Minnesota, Duluth, and Management, Vol.17(1}, pages 59funded by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 71 . The article was co-authored Parks Division. Aimed at linking geomorphic features and with Dr. Azim Mallik, Department of potential archaeological sites, the long term goals of the project Biology. are to develop interpretative narrative and field maps concerning the post-glacial history and archaeology of the State Parks Dr. K.C. Yang, School of on Lake Superior, for both site research and public education. Forestry, has recently published two refereed papers with his Conference on Aging and Health Care in colleagues. The first paper is coNorthwestern Ontario authored with Dr. T. Hazenberg and entitled "Impact of spacing on April 29 • 30 sapwood and heartwood thickness Hosted by the Northern Educational Centre for Aging & Health in Picea mariano (Mill.) B.S.P. and Speaker: Dr. Linda Teri, Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioural Picea glauca (Moench) Voss", Sciences at the Univ. of Washington School of Wood and Fiber Sci. 24(3):330-336. Medicine and Director/Chief Psychologist at the The second paper is co-authored Geriatric & Family Services Clinic at the University of with Dr. H.G. Murchison and entitled Washington Medical Centre. "Sapwood thickness in Pinus contorta var. latifolia", Can. J. For. Topic: Gerontology Forum '93 - "Aging and Elder Care in Res. 22:2004-2006. Northwestern Ontario" Place: Airlane Motor Hotel Information: Health Sciences North at 343-2126. AGORA 7February 1993 �CAMPAIGN UPDATE The Lakehead University Alumni Association is actively supporting the Halliday Hall Fellowship Residence/Alumni House Capital campaign. While Alumni support of LU has been very strong over the last few years our graduates have never had the opportunity to support a capital project - "bricks and mortar''. Judging by the response to date, they are very willing to fund a new building on campus. As part of the Share Our Northern Vision campaign, the Fellowship Residence will provide much needed residence space and will recognize the multicultural nature of our campus. In addition, ten percent of the rooms will be accessible to people with mobility impairments. The other aspect of the project is a new Alumni House. Preliminary planning sessions have outlined a need for meeting rooms, a non-denominational chapel, volunteer and staff workspace, and a large common area/lounge. Having an Alumni facility near students will increase the awareness of the level of Alumni support that Lakehead enjoys. The students of today will be the Alumni supporters of our University in the future. Alumna Marianne Wahl (BA '77) with Dr. Glen Carruthers, Chair of the Department of Music, hangs her donated calligraphy, inspired by Sister Alice Greer's invocation at the Opening of the Music and Visual Arts Centre, last October. A long-time Thunder Bay artist. Marianne is thinking of "becoming a student again" in the Department of Visual Arts. AFTER ONLY NINE NIGHTS ON THE PHONE NEARLY $40,000 HAS BEEN RAISED IN GIFTS AND PLEDGES. . The Alumni Association has made an initial commitment of $250,000 to be raised over the next five years. Four nights a week a rotating shift of twenty-five students call graduates and ask for their support. After only nine nights on the phone nearly $40,000 has been raised in gifts and pledges. All of this is from people who have never before given to the University. As we have addresses for only 13,000 graduates this level of support is something of which we can be very proud. The student callers are finding that most people have very fond memories of the University and that adequate oncampus housing is considered to be a worthwhile cause. WHY WE NEED DONORS? by JoAnne Silverman, Senior Development Officer Saying "thank you" to donors reflects an appreciation by Lakehead University for the contributions we receive from our many supporters. Along with volunteers, donors are the life blood of our institution without which post-secondary education in Canada may become "elitist". While it may seem lavish, "donor recognition" is a necessary part of any successful campaign. You can, in fact, measure excellent results in proportion to the way the organization says "thank you", appropriately. With larger institutions, particularly in the U.S.A., recognition often takes a more formal and sophisticated approach with gifts ranging from custom jewelry and sculptures to recognition wall units. While we try to emulate the credo that "recognition to be effective, needs to be personalized and creatively appropriate to individuals", this is not always possible. On our campus, one such recognition event is a reception, on March 4th, providing us with the opportunity to talk with the donors that ' • - In an effort io identify many of our lost grads the Alumni Association has introduced "grad pads" (soon to be distributed throughout campus). If you are talking to a grad please take a moment to ask if they are on the mailing list for the Norwester and if they are staying in touch with other alumni. Forward the sheets via inter-office mail to Scott Fortnum, Manager, Alumni Services. sustain our Awards Program. Many of these people have been connected to us over a long period of time. We have developed a relationship with them by having organizations as well as businesses donate large sums of money towards scholarships, bursaries and awards in order to help students receive a post-secondary education. We thank them appropriately and tell them about our students' tremendous needs for financial assistance and they "give". We thank them again. They appreciate this acknowledgement and thus the communication and contact continues. It is not a one-shot deal. Not only is it common courtesy to thank those who give, but it is also the crucial link which leads to larger and larger future gifts. Normally, for every dollar received, a charitable institution spends 20 cents. At Lakehead this figure is significantly lower. In poor economic times where it might be conceivably harder to fundraise, we are finding incredible support. It is a sobering thought to realize that every step of the way our donors are individuals who enable Lakehead University to effectively carry out its important mission. Let us ive thanks! 8 AGORA February 1993 �MEET THE NEW MINISTER OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING NEWS FROM OCUFA Dave Cooke is Ontario's first Minister of Education and Training. the new ministry, created February 3, 1993, encompassses the former ministries of Education, Colleges and Universities, and Skills Development. He will also oversee the establishment of the Ontario Training and Adjustment Board. Most recently, Mr. Cooke was responsible for three portfolios: Municipal Affairs, Governent House Leader's Office and Management Board of Cabinet. Mr. Cooke was first appointed Minister of Housing and Minister of Municipal Affairs in October 1990, after 13 years as the MPP for Windsor-Riverside. First elected in 1977, Cooke served as the NDP's critic for health, treasury and housing during his years in Opposition. He also assumed the role of Official Opposition House Leader from 1987 to 1990. Cooke received his Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Windsor in 1975. He sat on the local planning board, was elected to the Windsor Board of Education and served on a local recreational advisory committee. Cooke spent several years working for the Essex Children's Aid Society before his election to the provincial legislature. Ontario Professors Apprehensive about "Superministry" Ontario faculty have welcomed Dave Cooke as the new Minister of Education and Training but have warned that higher education must not be neglected in the new superministry. The Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Association (OCUFA), representing some 12,000 professors and academic librarians in the province, wrote to Cooke, congratulating him on his appointment. "Mr. Cooke brings to his new portfolio a long history of political service and an interest in quality education," said OCUFA President Saul Ross. "We are eager to work with him to strengthen quality, accessibility and equity in the university system." Ross expressed concern about the combining of former ministries of Education, Colleges and Universities, and Skills Development. "Our experience with previous 'superministries', in both the Bill Davis and David Peterson eras, was that critical initiatives in the university sector were often neglected," he said. "Universities play too vital a role, especially in economic recovery, to be placed on a political back burner." OCUFA did express optimism that the integration of ministries could lead to more consistent policy direction. "We've been concerned lately that the policy push for increased equity and access in Education was being negated by restrictive policies in Colleges and Universities, such as increased userfees and lower per-student public funding," said Ross. DISTANT VOICES on TVOntario Distant Voices is TVO's acclaimed weekly half-hour series focusing on the challenges and changes facing the north and its people. The unique series explores current and topical northern issues combined with pertinent and magnificent imagery from the north. The "storytellers" are poets and railroaders, psychologists and biologists, social activists, teachers, artists and entrepreneurs. Tuesday, March 2 - 9:30 pm C Edward Connors' work with the Sacred Circle Program offers healing to 16 First Nations communities on behalf of Ojibway Tribal Family Services. His AGORA work has been focused on the identification and implementation of healing approaches that will help reduce the high rate of suicide among Native adolescents. He talks about the lack of identity that has become a deep source of anguish over many generations of discrimination, and the healing which can be accomplished by a return to sacred traditions. Tueday, March 9 - 9:30 pm Lucie Lavoie is a dedicated environmentalist and forester whose passion is the boreal forest. She says we have to change the exploitative practices that govern our relationship with the forest. It is a perspective that grew out of her own family heritage of living and working in the 9 bush camps of Hearst, and her disheartening realization that the problems of the forest are largely political in nature. Tuesday, March 16 • 9:30 pm Jennifer Garrett is a Thunder Bay artist who is well known for her paintings, installations and music. Her paintings are centred on incidents of sexual abuse, shocking reminders that childhood trust is a fragile and easilybroken thing. Despite her memories, she does not dwell on the past but thinks it's about time people began to talk freely and openly about such experiences. February 1993 �The Road Taken Excerpts from Bill Heath's talk "Making a Difference: Reflections on Teaching" The full text is available through the Information Office or the Instructional Development Office I believe that teaching is an art and that teaching well is a matter of hard work, inspiration, and luck. I also believe that teaching is creative and individual; there is no one "rtght" way to teach. I believe that teaching allows one to make a difference in people's lives, and that's no small matter. No one wins a teaching award independently, and it is fitting that this moment be shared with both students and colleagues. Obviously, without students, there would be no instruction, distinguished or otherwise. This award belongs in part to all those students, past and present, who have helped me to learn, to see, to discover; who have challenged me with their questions, or with their questioning looks, to "say it better." This award is important, not because of who wins it, but because of what it represents. It is a recognition that our most challenging and important job here goes on in the classroom. When I arrtved at Lakehead in 1973, there was no Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning, no Office of Instructional Development, no campus newsletter devoted to teaching strategies, no annual workshops to promote teaching effectiveness, and no teaching award. All of this has changed. What has also changed--in large part, I believe, because of these innovations--is that committed teachers are now more visible on this campus than ever before: more vocal, more involved with their own professional development, more interactive, more assertive. I am proud to be part of this community within the larger university community. I have found that it is not necessary to agree with or to adopt every new idea that you learn about through these teaching enhancement activities. I have heard this ever since I can remember, and ever since I have taught: the teacher must teach the pupil to think. I saw a teacher once going around in a great school and snapping pupils' heads with thumb and finger and saying, 'Think.' . .. We still ask [students} in college to think . .. but we seldom tell them what thinking means; we seldom tell · them it is just putting this and that together' it is just saying one thing in terms of another. To tell them that is to set their feet on the first rung of a ladder the top of which sticks through the sky. Robert Frost's description of thinking In his essay, "Education By Poetry" But participation in them at least forces you pertodically to re-examine what you do in the classroom. Looking back, I can see that the teachers who have helped me the most were, above all, great communicatiors. The first -- and I know how corny this must sound, but it's the truth - was my high school Englishteacher, Mr. Davis. As a teacher he was mobile and animated and he made you want to learn and do well. He wore his passion for literature on his sleeve, where it belongs. One of my objectives as a teacher is to let my passion for literature show, without sacrtficing either intellectual rtgor or scholarly integrtty. My biology professor made such an impression on me that I actually considered switching my major to biology, until I found out you had to have organic chemistry. But the teacher who has meant the most to me over the years was not one of these classroom virtuosi, but someone whose methods were far less dramatic. His name is Louis Coxe. We students knew and used to say that Louis could teach any course in the Department. His range of reference was astounding, the product of continuous reading and absorption. He never spoke from notes; all he brought to class was a book or two. Louis in full flight was the picture of a person thinking out loud about the book assigned for that day, as well as other books with which he saw connections. I am convinced that Louis' s command of the full spectrum of a literary tradition, as well as his teaching methods, laid the foundation for what I consider to be the essence of thinking: the ability to combine the disparate particles of what we learn into thoughts and ideas, to see one thing in terms of another.To teach students to think like this may be the hardest thing we do. It may also be the most important. j .___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10 AGORA February 1993 �LAST WRITES by Katherine Shedden President's Report continued from page2 was always willing to help. The C who Cromarty family has a long and dedicated involvement with Lakehead as his wife, Helen, was active on our Advisory Committee to the Native Entry into Nursing Program and, indeed, was one of the Program's first graduates. The legacy of direction and commitment fostered by Dennis will live on with his people. In his honour, a Memorial Fund has been established, and those who wish to donate may call the N.A.N. Office in Thunder Bay at (807) 623-8228. Congratulations C - To Howard Hampton, M.P.P. for Rainy River, on his appointment as Minister of Natural Resources. Howard was a veteran L.U. off-campus student a few years ago and speaks glowingly of the impact of Lakehead University in the region. He recently spoke to a full house audience in the Agora on some of his futurist thoughts on the justice system. - To Shelley Wark-Martyn who, in her new responsibility, will work closely with the Honourable David Cooke in the super Ministry of Education and Training. Safety First Our first lost-time accident of 1993 was recorded on February 11. The incident involved a custodian who was mopping a floor and could not straighten up, incurring a facet-joint back injury. Remember, Safety First. .. • IN t '1ftj4._ S O tiecoa e : J·v,/ ?<_ 1 li, Jfa:i \t-J. _..c.J. 'Jr{____-, _.LJ___, 1 Did you know that Henry (Hank) AkervaH, Director, School of Outdoor Recreation; Parks and Tourism, was born and raised in Port Arthur, swam as achild in the river behind {_J~ Alumni House, went to Hillcrest and PACI and began teaching math, physical education and geography at Hammarskjold in 1965? You can learn alot when you sit down and have a coffee with Hank. In July of 1966 Hank was hired as the first athletic director at Lakehead University and also taught three courses in the School of Forestry. Hank arrived with a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Michigan Tech and master course work from UBC in forestry and his teacher's certificate from U of T. Hank grows a big smile when he reminisces. "I might as well have moved my bed to the Port Arthur arena in those days." Besides teaching, he coached varsity hockey, was athletic director and intramural director. At one time there were more than 20 sports being played on campus. "I always say l hired my own boss, George Burger, in 1968. He was the basketball coach and became athletic director". According to Hank, President Tamblyn was easy to talk to and very open to new ideas and heavily involved in fundraising activities to help the university grow. At the time there was no physical education program, no outdoor recreation program and no Fieldhouse! The Athletic Advisory Council - AkeNall, Shannon, Burger and Kathy Kangas (head of women's sports) sat down and ~~~;;~..~eed a physical education The coffee conversation continues next month. SKI FOR HOPE Sunday, March 14, 1993 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Big Thunder National Ski Training Centre Presented by the Canadian National Institute for the Blind in conjunction with the LU Alumni Association Financial support from Ernst & Young Participants raise a minimum of $50 in pledges and ski for the day. A hot lunch is provided and participants are eligible to win exciting prizes. Registration: CNIB at 345-3341, LU at 343-8155. Waterwalker Film and Video Festival Hosted by the School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism Sponsored by the Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association Saturday, March 20, 1993 6:30 pm Reception and display by local organizations 7:30 pm -10:30 pm Film showing Ryan Building, room 1042 Admission is $7.00 advance, $9.00 door Proceeds will be donated to the Canada Sea-to-Sea Expedition and the Bill Mason Memorial Fund. r-----------, Jazz Canada I A Star-Studded Jam Session of the I best Jazz Musicians in the country! I Live at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium Featuring: I Ed Bickert Terry Clark I (Guitarist) (Drummer) Neil Swainson Guido Basso (Bass) (Trumpet & Rob McConnell Flugelhorn) I Valve Trombonist Ian Bargh I Jim Galloway (Piano) I l 1 ~ s history in the making! Lakehead University Ski club. Big Thunder Nordic Ski Club and the Lappe Nordic Ski Club are joining forces to promote volunteerism and the community commitment to the 1995 Nordic Wortd Championships. The North American (Cross Country) Championships will be held in Thunder Bay from March 16 • March 21. The opening races, 300 metre sprints, will start at 4 pm beside the Field House. International teams from Italy, Finland, the USA and Canada will be entered in this end of the season competition. A Trade Show will be set up in the Agora with the opening ceremonies at 7:30 pm. Let's show our "Thunderdome Spirit" for this event. ( Since it's March Break for the children, why not get them on campus and join them after work at the races! There is FREE cross country skiing on the campus trail and FREE swimming in the Fieldhouse pool between 11 :30 and 2:30 Uust sign in at the cage). 1 ~m~~~~ / ' Saturday, March 20 8:00 pm \. Tickets -$25.00 I I I I I I L-----------.J 11 AGORA February 1993 �CAMPUS CALENDAR To include your Department's event or activity in the Campus Calendar, please call the Information Office at 8300 or mail your information to SN 1002. Deadline for the March AgorA is March 9, 1993. ' FEBRUARY Monday, 22 Video Presentation Topic: Mr. Nobody Time: Noon - 1:00 pm Place: Health Sciences North Room 2022 Hosted by Kelly-Ann Spezowka Friday, 26 Alumni Curling Bonspiel Thunder Bay Country Club 6:00 pm - 11 :00 pm Register now! Organizers will help to put together a team for you. Information: 343-8193. Friday, 5 • Sunday, 7 Elders Conference Theme: "Sharing Our Vision" Hosted by Lakehead University Native Student Association (LUNSA) Place: University Campus For more information contact Carl Blackhawk at ext.7708 Monday, 8 Free Public Lecture Department of English Lecture Series Topic: "You Just Can't Up and Kill Your Children": Masculine Poetic Imaginings and the Myth of Medea. Speaker: Professor L. Richardson Place: Ryan Building, room 1044 Time: 7:30pm Information: Prof. Joan Dolphin, ext. 8292. Thursday, 11 1993 Morris Lecture Topic: "The Possibility of Life after Death" University closed Speaker: Dr. Charles Ripley Place: Ryan Building, room 1044 Time: 8:00 pm MARCH Sponsored by Dept. of Philosophy & the Dean's Committee on Religious Studies through the William S. Morris Memorial Monday, 1 Dept. of Political Studies Speakers Series Fund Topic: "Impact of German Friday, 19 Reunification" Professor Lecture Series Speaker: Dr. Fred Engelman, Professor Topic: Paleoepidemiological Research Emeritus, University of Alberta of Past Desert Populations from Place: Faculty Lounge Baja, California and Dakhleh Time: 8:00 pm Oasis, Egypt Speaker: Dr. J.E. Molto, Department of Thursday, 4 Anthropology Free Public Lecture Place: Topic: India: Revivalism and Progress Time: 3:30 pm?? Speaker: Dr. Pradip Sarbadhikari, Department of Political Studies Free Public Lecture Place: Regional Centre, room 1002 Topic: Time: 8:00 pm Speaker: Dr. Eleanor Macdonald Sponsored by the Canadian Institute of Place: Conference Room, Centre for International Affairs & the Dept. of History Northern Forest Ecosystem Research Public Seminar Time: 12:30 pm - 2:30pm Topic: "Dynamics of highly energetic reactions: Elementary processes in combustion and stratosheric chemistry" Speaker: Dr. J. Sloan, Guelph-Waterloo Centre Place: Ryan Building, room 1047 Time: 1:30 pm Sponsored by the Status of Women, Dept. of Political Studies and LU Forum IJ CORNWALL CONCERT SERIES All concerts are held at Jean McNulty Recital Hall, Music & Visual Arts Centre (Tues. at 12:30 pm unless otherwise noted). Tickets available at door. March 9 H. Wevers, basoon; J. 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(left) Jerry Hashigushi convinces wife Edie to sit out the next (right) May I have this dance for the L'Andreacchi ~st of my life? Lucy and Tony celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary by dancing the night away. (below) Double Delight! Jackie Johnston has no trouble cham1ing two men. The one with the carefree tie is reported to be her husband Pete and the other is Ray Carter. Joe Gosselin looks the next dan (right) All dressed up and nobody to dance with?... From left to right, Bill Keeler, Mike Turek and Andy McFall wearing their b~st smiles. �Report From the President Dr. Bob Rose hart Share Our Northern Vision Kick Off The new 19.2 million, five-year, Share Our Northern Vision Campaign is officially off and running. The national kick-off was launched by Honorary National Chair, Bill James, in the corporate board rooms of the Royal Bank of Canada in Toronto on November 28, 1991. The event was attended by many senior members of the Canadian corporate sector. Incidentally, the Royal Bank was our first major corporate donor at $100,000. The regional kick-off was held on campus on December 2, 1991 and was attended by about 150 supporters. At both events, Sandy Lake artist, Roy Kakegamic, unveiled a special commissioned art work entitled "Share Our Northern Vision". (See page 4) John Russell informs me that, at present, the campaign has $6.3 million of the $19.2 million objective either in the bank or pledged. The faculty and staff contribution is about $200,000 to date - good start to a major project which will provide Lakehead University with the needed capital funding to allow us to develop the needed facilities for the year 2000. Academic Planning Process After many months of committee and sub-committee work, the Academic Planning process will openly surface this month with an "issues" paper. This paper will be used by the Senate Academic Committee to allow focused input on those areas where significant recommendations will most likely emulate from the planning process which, incidently, is scheduled to be completed by mid-year. Tragedy Strikes LU Family On behalf of the entire LU community, our condolences go out to the K.C. Yang family of the School of Forestry. Grant Yang, their son and gifted student, died in a tragic restaurant fire in Taiwan just before Christmas. Grants and Budget Update Lots of newspaper articles and speculation but nothing definitive has come forward from the Ontario government. The next "expected" announcement date is near the end of January. The Ontario government is in a very difficult position. Even in spite of recent federal transfer growth reductions, their commitment to social programs, education and universal health care access is well entrenched; however, the recession has and continues to hit Ontario hard. Under emotional, psychological and political pressure to restrain from further deficit financing, the options are limited: either cut back on programs or raise taxes. While reluctant to do the latter, it may be in the end the only reasonable option. I see little indication that even in the tough times, that Ontario residents are willing to suffer either deterioration of quality or access restrictions to education and health care programs. "Let's all do the fundraising conga!11 William (Wild Bill) James, the CEO of Dennison Mines Limited and honorary Chair of the Share Our Northern Vision Campaign has a unique ability to make a great speech while dancing as demonstrated al the Thunder Bay campaign launch. Page 2 - - - -- - -- - - -- -- -- - AGORA Over the years, I have observed that when the time comes for difficult decisions to be made by governments, the predictable response is often one of delay and references to "accountabilit") and restructuring", as if by some magical means funding could be found from within the system itself. 1n the college and university sectors this a cruel joke as enrolments are at record high levels and tuition fees are fixed by government. By next month's column, we should know! Changes Mayor David Hamilton is the new City of Thunder Bay representative for the Board of Governors of Lakehead University. I am personally pleased to see the Mayor sit on the Board as I feel that post-secondary education offers future growth potential for the city and a supportive and pro-active environment at City Hall can sure help. John Valley has resigned from the Board of Governors recently in light of his new career position. John has left Boise Cascade where he was a senior Vice-President to become as Assistant Deputy Minister at the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources in charge of the Forest Industry Renewal Project. Professional Studies TI,e process continues and over thr , next two months, the committee will t-.J seeking input and reviewing various organizational alternatives for the Faculty of Professional Studies. If a consensus evolves that is realistic from both academic and fiscal perspectives, it will be considered by the "governance" committee of the Academic Planning process. Christmas Party By all accounts, I missed a great party. 1n total, over 800 members and friends of Lakehead University celebrated the festive season at the DaVinci Centre on Thursday, December 19. This ev~nt has obviously hit the big time as the place to be as "four" very carefully and almost perfectly forged red tickets showed up! A Special Thanks I would like to express, on behalf of Lakehead University, a special note of thanks for the personal service and commitment given to the University by the 1991 retirees and 20-year pin recipients. (See page 6) The Year Ahead The year 1992 will be a challenge t~ I feel that the LU community, working-' together, will be up to the task. We have a fine institution that continues to strive to improve through your efforts. January 1992 �Around Campus Call For University Fellow Nominations The Fellow of Lakehead University r ard is presented annually at ~ nvocation in recognition of those persons who have contributed to the growth, development, welfare and well-being of Northwestern Ontario and/or Lakehead University. Nomination forms are available from Mrs. Martha Gingerich, Secretary to the Board of Governors, Room UC 2007 or by calling 343-8614. Nominations are reviewed by the Board of Governors and must be received by January 24, 1992. University Student Scores Perfect - Twice! He considers himself an average 19year old guy who loves sports, especially tennis, squash, hockey, basketball, baseball and golf. Born and raised in Thum.lr~r Bay, Geoff Hill attended Hammarskjold High School where he was graduation chairman, yearbook staff, member of student council, the math club and charity organizer. But Geoff Hill is anything but an "average" student. He maintained an A plus average in high school, won the prestigious Presidential Scholarship rth S10,000 and went on to do .,ething never before accomplished at Lakehead University. According to the Chairn,an of the Department of Chemistry, Dr. Alan Hughes, "in my 24-year teaching career it's never been accomplished. It's a remarkable achievement especially in a natural science." What did the first year student do? He earned 100% in his university chemistry course - and then did it again in physics! (Geoff was also taking mathematics, psychology, plant biology and fuel sciences in his first year.) Geoff argues that he doesn't study as much c'IS he should and doesn't really know how he docs it. "It just comes to me," he says with a big grin. "I think 1 drive the professors crazy with my questions, but l don't believe that you can just memorize the material, you have to understand it. You have to look at the big picture." Admitting that he's driven to do his best, Geoff is not certain about the future. "Chemistry for sure, but I'm not certain what area. I like everything." r Honoraries return to Thunder Bay - and go into space! Two of LU's honorary degree recipients will return to Thunder Bay to perform on their respective stages and one will be aboard the space shuttle Discovery this month. John Kim Bell The Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra's opening concert of the new year will bring conductor John Kim Bell to Thunder Bay. Acclaimed as _ Canada's only native conductor, thirty-seven year old Kim Bell has taken the music world by storm, performing with such luminaries as Lauren Bacall, Carole Lawrence, Natali ta Makarova, Vincent Price, Juliet Prowse and the Toronto Symphony. TI,e concert, "From Bernstein to Bell" features the TBSO under the baton of Kim Bell with guitarist Don Ross. This Seagram Pops event takes plclce on Saturday, January 18 at 8:00 pm at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium. Arthur Black "Just call me Doctor" Arthur ,! . , Black is on stage anywhere and will be celebrating his new book 11 Arthur, Arthur" with public book signings and two special events on campus. Black's third book was released in 1991 by Stoddard Publishing Co. and contains 233 pages of wit and comedy from the master storyteller and host of CBC's Basic Black. The University Bookstore will host a "stageside chat" at the OutPost on Monday, February 10 from noon until and 1 pm. Later there will be a "Black Tea or Coffee Party'' in the Faculty Lounge from 2 until 3 pm. All faculty and staff arc invited. Roberta Bondar Dr. Roberta Bondar, who received an honorary degree in 1991, will be on the space shuttle Discovery on its 14th flight, scheduled for liftoff January 22 from Cape Can averal, Fla .. Bondar, a neurologist, is preparing to become ~1h January 1992 - - - - - - - -- -- - - - - AGORA lui Canada's second astronaut and first woman in space. She has been in intensive training for three years to conduct a series of experiments in the new Spacelab inside the shuttle's cargo bay. The mission is scheduled to do dozens of experiments into the effects of near weightlessness on the human body, various life forms and fundamental materials. Bondar was chosen Canadian payload specialist for this mission in early 1990. Bondar has two LU crests with her personal space kit and has promised to return to the campus and share her space adventures. Duinker Named To Forest Policy Panel Dr. Peter Duinker, Chair of Forest Management and Policy at Lakehead University, has been appointed Chair of a provincial Forest Policy Panel . The four member panel was appointed by the Minister of Natural Resources and will develop and recommend a comprehensive forest policy framework by the end of 1992. Duinker is a forest ecologist who has studied the ecological, social and economic consequences of forest decline as well as conflict-prevention and resolution mechanisms in forest-resource management in Ontario. He has also assisted in planning and facilitating a Native Forestry Workshop and sits on many professional associations and committees and is well published in many aspects of forest resource management. Margaret Wanlin of Thunder Bay will Continued page 9 Page3 �"A Northern Vision" WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE LIBRARY! LIBRARY NEWS What does it mean to be Canadian? How does Quebec fit into the federation? What sort of sell-government should be negotiated for aboriginal groups? These are a few of the questions both Canadians and the federal government have been asking since the collapse of the Meech Lake Accord. In our COOOC Room, which houses Government Publications, you will find federal and provincial documents relating to the current debate on Canada's economic and constitutional future. Federal reports include: . The Citizen's Forum On Canada's Future: Report to the People and Government of Canada (Spicer Commission) (CAI Z3 91C32) . Shaping Canada's Future Together: Proposals (CAI PV 91S31) . Canadian Federalism and Economic Union: Partnership for Prosperity (CAI PV 91C12) . Aboriginal Peoples, Self-Government and Constitutional Reform (CA 1 PV 91 A16) . The History of Canada's Constitutional Development (CA1 PV 91 H31) . Shared Values: The Canadian Identity (CA 1 PV 91S38) . Canada at the Crosswords: The Reality Of a New Competitive Environment (by Michael Porter) (CAI IST 91C11) Provincial reports include: . Belanger-Campeau Report (Quebec) CA1PQ 90P51) . Manitoba Constitutional Task Force Report (CA2MA OP 800 90C57) . Select Committee on Ontario in Confederation (CA2ON XC2 91051) The COOOC Room is located on the main floor of the library. For further information contact the information desk at 343-8302 or the government documents librarian at 3438147. "It is like a symphony in the forest when you hear a loon frolicking in the nearby lake and a howling wolf in the distance. The serenity overwhelms the spirit and torches the eardrum to the beat of your heart. Close your eyes and see A Northern Vision." These are the words of Northwestern Ontario artist, Roy Kakegamic. Born in 1961 and raised on the Sandy Lake Reserve, Roy is a self-taught artist who has exhibited internationally and Canada-wide since 1976. Working in a variety of media including silk screen, etching and linocuts, Roy's "A Northern Vision", created originally in acrylic on canvas, was commissioned in November 1991 by Lakehead University in celebration of the 19.2 million "Share Our Northern Vision Campaign". "Sharing the Yuletide Spirit" ~~~~~~~~~~~===-~~~~~~~~!!!!!!!!!~ Page 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA It's a good idea that appears to be catching on in the workplace. Employees donate to the 'Toys for Tots" campaign rather than participate in an office gift exchange. Staff representatives from the Finance and Registrar's offices are shown above with Ab Covello of the Thunder Bay Fire Department, sponsors of the annual event that helps needy children during the Christmas Season. January 1992 �Faces a Jyrki Helin recently joined the epartment of Languages as a technician. Helin moved from Valkeakoski, Finland (20 miles south of Tampere) in May. He spent time in Toronto and visited a friend in Dryden before coming to Thunder Bay. His reason for moving to Canada? "The recession in Finland has hit everyone quite a bit. I couldn't find a decent job so I thought I'd see if I could try my luck in Canada." Helin graduated from a technical college in Finland, a three year program in electronics. As the technician for Languages he takes care of equipment problems - computers, audio-visual equipment, and most notably, the satellite dishes. The dishes pick up stations from across the world and Helin is charged with keeping the information coming in. Helin stays active by playing badminton, cross-country skiing and doing laps in the university pool. He also likes to read "all kinds of things" including books on history and psychology although his favourites follow in the vein of the J.R. Tolkien fantasy series. ~ Lynn Wilson is a recent addition to the Information Office and the AgorA staff. Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Lynn is a graduate of Hillcrest High School and has taken numerous courses at LU towards a degree in Anthropology. A definite people person, Lynn enjoys the hectic pace of the Information Office. "It's always busy and a constant organizational challenge, ====== -===::.i but I really enjoy working here." Her unflappable style makes everyone at ease. A veteran of five AgorA publications, Lynn is your efficient contact for the Calendar and Publications pages, and pretty much everything else. She is presently a graphics and layout person in training as well - clipping the photos that grace the pages of our publication. When she's not juggling her 5 (yup five!) children, she's pursuing various interests. Photography, gardening and hiking are favourite pursuits. Lynn has also devoted time to CUSO's Thunder Bay/Bunkpurugu twinning project and as part of that, participated in an exchange with Ghana, West Africa. "I really enjoyed the experience and learned so much about the people there. I hope I can return someday soon". Mic hael We sne r Dr. Michael Wesner joined the - - - - - -~ Department of Psychology in September. Wesner received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison where he was involved in research at the Primate Centre. At Washington State University, where Wesner received his PhD., he continued his work with primates, mostly monkeys, studying their visual systems. He also concentrated on human perceptions. He did his post d,.octoral work at the University of Chicago where he conducted research int9 higher analysis and colour perception. At Lakehead, Wesner hopes to establish a vision lab where he can research mechanisms of colour perception and physical measurement in human psychology. Although he's beginning to settle in at his new postion, Wesner hasn't stayed in one place too long. Each weekend he chalks up more travel points, flying back to· Chicago, to visit his wife who continues to work there. When he has a chance to take a bit of a breather, Wesner will look forward to canoeing in the area. He also enjoys his regular scuba diving trip to the Florida Keys each year. J anuary 1992 - - - -- - - - - - - - - -- Jason Wigmore is a member of the custodial team for Campus Development. Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Wigmore graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1988. He has worked part-time for the past three summers in Grounds and Housekeeping, and is now working the nightshift full-time. He has continued to take courses at the university and looks forward to enrolling in a few classes in January. Wigmore spends much of his leisure time pursuing various athletic interests. He works out on the Nautilus machines at Confederation College and is an ardent tennis and squash player. In the summer Wigmore plays baseball for a Slo-pitch league and many LU employees have been at the losing end of his skill with a bat during the President's baseball tournament. With any time he may have left, Jason takes advantage of the family cottage at Amethyst Harbour as much as possible. AGORA Page5 �RETIREES AND 20-YEAR PIN RECIPIENTS HONOURED ADDITIONAL RETIREES AND 20-YEAR PIN RECIPIENTS 1991 Dr. Koilpillai Charles - 25 years Department of Economics Dr. Pei-Mao Li - 11 years School of Engineering Siegfried Zingel - 25 years School of Forestry Annie Pero - 19 years Print Shop Bob Cornell - 24 years Print Shop Mr. Nick Shevchenko - 22 years Department of Languages Mrs. Eleanora Bailey - 24 years School of Education Dr. Thomas Griffith - 24 years Instrumentation Laboratory Dr. Lawrence Korteweg - 22 years School of Education Mr. B. Moore - 20 years Forestry Marion Muldoon - 13 years Human Resources Ted Kurlick - 25 years Purchasing James Angus - 22 years School of Education Professor Bob Day - 20 years Forestry Dr. Gerrit Hazenberg - 20 years Forestry Dr. Manfred Kehlenbeck - 20 years Geology Dr. John Kelleher - 20 years Education Marda Dilley - 24 years Department of Psychology Werden Keeler - 20 years Physics Dale Barnes - 20 years Finance Linda \Vood - 20 years Student Services Making a list, checking it twice ... who better to organize the annual party than the three veterans shown above. It you think AV master John Bonofiglio (left) has been here forever, wrong - only since 1975. Linda Phillips has been the planning power behind many LU events in her 31 years at the University. This year's master of ceremonies Vice-President Whitfield has chalked up 27 years! Page 6 AGORA - - -- - - - -- - - - -- J an uary 1992 ) �RESEARCH NEWS· JANUARY 1992 HEALTH & SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR OF GIRLS: Survey Results Surprising Nurse researchers Liz Diem and Linda McKay recently released the results of a survey research project which looked at the health and social behaviour of girls. In the winter of 1990, the researchers conducted the survey on 1,416 girls in grades seven to ten in the Gty of Thunder Bay and the Districts of Kenora and Rainy River. The survey was initiated because an earlier study on infant death rates in the northwest revealed a poorer health status and higher pregnancy rates for adolescent females than those in the remainder of the province. Results indicated that as one would expect, risk behaviours such as smoking and drinking were consistently reported by a much higher proportion of girls in the higher grades. Concern arises, however, from the extent and degree of the risk behaviour. Alcohol consumption emerged as the 'ehaviour showing the greatest risk: 35% of the 12 to 16 year Jld girls in this study reported drinking at least monthly compared to 14% of 11 to 17 year old male and females nationally; 37% of the girls in grade ten in this survey reported having five or more drinks at one sitting six times or mom, compared to 21 % of the girls in grade eleven nationally reporting regularly having five or more drinks at one time. An even greater problem is that very few of the girls who drank felt that their drinking would cause them health problems. Alternately, and less expected, virtually every behaviour and attitude associated with health and well-being declined as the grade increased. The girls in high school exercised less and ate fewer meals than younger girls and, compared to the same age girls nationally, had lower self-esteem, poorer mental health, and more problems with parents. Some of the areas of concern found in this study apply to a greater extent to the girls living in the Districts of Kenora and Rainy River and the rural areas around the City of IRAP PROGRAM FOSTERS INDUSTRIAL R&D The Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) is the branch of the National Research Council, that works directly with Canadian firms, to help improve their technical competency. Assistance is delivered through a network of Industrial Technology Advisors across Canada, with Northwestern Ontario served by the IRAP representative, Mr. Doug Stone, at Lakehead University. Lakehead's IRAP office is located at f' novation North (CB-4106). '-\ IRAP promotes the acquisition, development and use of technology by firms in the manufacturing, resource and service industries. This is accomplished both by providing direct technical advice through the l RAP network and by Researcher Liz Diem confers with Henry Conrad, Program Consultant for the Addiction Research Foundation, after the news conference. Thunder Bay. For example, there was a higher consumption of alcohol and marijuana, less compliance with vehicle safety practices, and more problems with parents reported by the girls in the district group. On the positive side, Diem and McKay state that "the study obtained information that could improve the timing, content, and delivery methods of specific health programs such as drug awareness, sexuality, and physical activity. The findings also indicate that a community approach would likely be the best way to reduce the risk behaviour of these girls. Hopefully this study will provide direction and incentive for the institutions and residents of Northwestern Ontario to work together to improve the health related behaviours and attitudes of some of our most vulnerable residents, adolescent girls". This study was made possible with funding from Lakehead University's Centre for Northern Studies. Copies of the report with detailed survey results can be obtained by contacting Prof. Liz Diem at ext. 8247. finding the acquisition or development of technical knowledge. This technical knowledge may be obtained from the research expertise housed at Lakehead University. IRAP funding mechanisms have recently been redefined into two elements: ''Technology Acquisition and Development'', for project contributions of less than $15,000, and "Research Development and Adaptation", for project contributions up to $350,000. These elements can utilize the same resources as the previous (IRAP-H, L, M) programs; engineering, science an d technical students, consulting and research organizations and company in-house personnel. The new programs offer more flexibility and scope than previously and will enhance service to companies. Companies which have recently received funding assistance through the TRAP office at Lakehead University include: �Rainy River Preserves Company - Stratton, Ontario V.B. Cook Company Limited -Thunder Bay, Ontario Handcrafted Cabinets - Thunder Bay, Ontario Shoal Lake Wild Rice Ltd. - Keewatin, Ontario Vanderwees Greenhouse Inc. -Thunder Bay, Ontario Kagiowasa Monomin Inc. -Wabigoon, Ontario Showerwall Industries Inc. - Thunder Bay, Ontario Red Lake Seaplane Services - Red Lake, Ontario Lehnhoft Better Wall Systems - Kenora, Ontario IRAP can be instrumental in assisting companies improve their competitiveness. The network of Industrial Technology Advisors represents all research institutes, universities, NRC laboratories and industrial technical establishments across Canada. This is both an electronic and personal contact network and is likely the most effective in the country. The IRAP office at Lakehead University welcomes inquiries from interested companies throughout the Northwest and university researchers. They also make house calls! Contact Doug Stone at (807) 343-8124. RESEARCH GRANTS AWARDED Dr. Azim Mallik, Department of Biology and M r. Don Barnes, Biology Graduate Student have been awarded a University Research Incentive Fund (URIF) grant from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities for a collaborative research project entitled, "Determining the Ecological Factors Related to Beaver Dam Site Selection in Northern Ontario". The URIF program matches dollar for dollar investments made by the private sector into university research. Ducks Unlimited Canada is the collaborating partner and will provide the matching funds for the project over a two year period. Dr. Lada Malek, Department of Biology has also been awarded a URIF grant from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to complement the existing collaborative research relationship which exists between Lakehead University and the Thunder Bay Tree Seedling Growers Association. Dr. Malek proposes to undertake research which will look at tree seedling stress physiology and quality analysis. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES ECO-RESEARCH: A GREEN PLAN PROGRAM Environment Canada and the three federal granting councils - NSERC, SSHRC and MRC - have jointly introduced a new program to support advanced Canadian Research and training in environmental studies. Funding for this program a total of $50 million over six years -is being provided as part of Canada's Green Plan, which was announced by the federal Page2 government in December 1990, and which stressed, among other recommendations, the immediate need for improved post-secondary training opportunities in environmental fields. The Eco-Research program will consist of three main ) components: research grants, university faculty chairs, and doctoral fellowships. Funding will be phased as follows: $500,000 in 1991-92; $4 million in 1992-93; $9.5 million in 199394; and $12 million in each of the next three years. Research Grants This component will support in-depth studies of one or more Canadian ecosystems affected by local, regional or global environmental change. Human activity is understood to be included in the ecosystem definition. Change to ecosystems resulting from human activity may be the appropriate starting point of the research. Proposals must be holistic and cross-disciplinary in approach. They may address fundamental theoretical and methodological issues related to the study of ecosystems and must demonstrate the potential to contribute to the formulation of in,proved environmental policies and practices. Two types of grants are available: l)Development Grants assist applicants in preparing their research proposals. They defray the costs associated with coordinating or assembling cross-disciplinary teams of researchers, forging cross-institutional alliances where appropriate, and developing the integrated research program for which major support will be sought. The development grant may not be used for research itself. These grants may be particularly valuable to small, isolated institutions (like Lakehead University) or to institutions planning to establish a network or consortium for the execution of the major research project. Value of Grant: $25,000 maximum over 6 months. ) 2)Research Grants support major research programs or undertakings. Postdoctoral fellowships are available as part of these grants. To be eligible, applications must be submitted by crossdisciplinary teams, led by university researchers. Research proposals must integrate the perspectives of the human sciences, the natural sciences and engineering and/or the health sciences. Collaboration with private and public sector policy makers and partnerships between post-secondary, public and private institutions are encouraged. To apply for a Research Grant, researchers must submit a 10 page letter of intent (which may include a request for a Development Grant) to the Tri-Council Secretariat at SSHRC. Only those applicants whose letters receive the peer review committee's approval will be invited to submit a full research grant proposal. Deadline for submitting letters of intent: February 29, 1992. Full aP.plications for research grants will be due October 15, 1992. Due to limited space, deadlines for the University Research Chair Program and Postdoctoral fellowships program are detailed in the UPCOMING DEADLINES section of the this month's RESEARCH NEWS. For further information, please contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies at ext. 8223. ENVIRONMENTAL YOUTH CORPS PROGRAM The Environmental Youth Corps (EYC) Program gives youth between the ages of 15 and 24 an opportunity to work on projects that contribute to improving the environment in ~ their own communities. EYC will provide funding for youth J employment in projects sponsored by various non-profit organizations. - - - - - - - -- -- - - - - RESEARCH NEWS - - - - - - - - - - - - January 1992 �The objectives of the program are: - to con tribute to conservation, environmental protection and effective resource management; , - to provide young people with an opportunity to be positive contributors to environmental protection, enhancement and advocacy; - to provide skills training for participants; and - to increase young peoples awareness of environmental occupations and help to develop an environmentally conscientious culture. Projects must be directly related to EYC program objectives. Eligible projects will create positions for youth. Deadline: Feb ruary 14, 1992. C LAIDLAW FOUNDATION The Laidlaw Foundation allocates-its resources to experimental and research projects, studies, and other activities that: 1) enhance the quality of life for disadvantaged children and families across Canada; 2) enrich the quality, vitality, and diversity of the performing arts in Ontario; 3) preserve the natural heritage of the Great Lakes ecosystem; and 4) advance legal scholarship and research at Canadian Universities. To achieve these goals, the Foundation offers grants in the following programme fields: - Child and Family Programme - Performing Arts Programme - Great Lakes Conservation Programme - Laidlaw Fellowship for Advanced Studies in Law - Community-based Discretionary Grants For further information on the Laidlaw Foundation, please contact Jo-Anne Silverman, Foundations Officer at Ext. 8910. - ALLAN ROEHER INSTITUTE ltesearch Grants in Mental Handicap The G. Allan Roehcr Institute is offering research grants to associates, associations and agencies. These grants are worth up to $8,000 each. The purpose of these grants is to enable principal researchers to examine issues affecting people with a mental handicap. Funding for research assistants and equipment is not provided through this program. The deadline for submitting p roposals is Ap ril 30, 1992. The following areas constitute research priorities for the programme: 1.Issues affecting people who have severe mental handicaps and multiple handicaps (involvement in community activities, educational programmes and teaching techniques, support to people in their home, programmes and resources for families and programmes and resources for community agencies). 2.Integration of people who have mental handicaps, where they live, learn and work. 3.Prevention. 4.Strategies for social change that improve the quality of life of persons who have mental handicaps, including impact of policy on individuals. Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation Major Research Grants Funds are available through the G. Allan Rocher Institute for the purpose of offering research grants for studies in the area of mental handicap. These grants are worth up to §35,000 each. A broad range of academic disciplines are (._ ) ble where the study itself has implications for the field of mental handicap, including Alzheimer's Disease. Grants may be for a period of one, two or three years. Deadline: April 30, 1992 January 1992 AUCC/ DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE Military and Strategic Studies Research Awards This program will support strategic studies relevant to curren t and fu ture Canadian national security problems, including their political, international, historical, social, military, industrial and economic dimensions. Strategic studies comprise an attempt to understand the relationship between the total resources available to Canada and the achievement of its national objectives in the face of external opposition, particularly when a degree of force, actual or implied, may be involved. Within this broad framework, applications demonstrating relevance to current or future Canadian strategic issues are encouraged from a wide range of disciplines. Research grants of up to $7,500 are awarded. These grants may be used to cover direct research expenses or to purchase "release time" from teachi.ng. Five grants will be distributed in the upcoming year for a duration of 12 months. Deadline: February 1, 1992. European Community Vis itors Programme (ECVP) The European Community's Visitors Programme invites young leaders from countries outside the European Community to visit Europe to gain a first-hand appreciation of the EC's goals, policies, achievements and peoples. A further aim is to increase mutual understanding between professionals from non-EC countries and their EC counterparts. Since 1974 approximately 500 study grants have been awarded. Those eligible to participate are young leaders in their late 20's to late 30's and who are working in the foJlowing milieux: government (all levels), electronic and print media, trade unionists, academics and provincial or national associations. Participants are required to have completed their university education or equivalent training and to have been employed for several years in their chosen career field. An ECVP grant consists of a 2 week individually tailored programme enabling the recipient to visit the EC Institutions in Brussels, Luxembourg and Strasbourg. In addition, grantees may visit one other EC Member State of their choice. AU travel and meetings are arranged by the ECVP. Travel and subsistence costs are covered by the ECVP. Deadline for receip t of applications for the 1993 programme is March 1, 1992. ClDA N GO Fund for Children in Difficult Circumstances The purpose of the fund is to support creative and experimental local approaches to alleviating the conditions of Children in Difficult Circumstances (CIDC) in developing countries, and to document and disseminate information on lessons learned. An important component of the Fund is the promotion of agency linkages which will broaden the base for exchange of knowledge and ideas and ultimately enrich the quality of programming of organizations working with CIDC. CIDC include: street children, child labourers, neglected/ abused children, child prostitutes and children exploited by drug dealers. Proposals must comprise new approaches which may involve pilot activities or, where appropriate, replication of innovative activities which have had successful results elsewhere. Deadline: Open. - -- - - -- - - - - - RESEARCH NEWS - - -- - - - - - - - - - - -- Page3 �UPCOMING DEADLINE DATES NSERC Programs Forestry Postdoctoral Assistantships - January 15, April 15, July 15, October 15 International Collaborative Research Grants - March 1, 1992 International Scientific Exchange Awards - March 1, 1992 Research Partnerships Program -Open Scientific Publications - October 1 and April 15 Strategic Grants - May 1, 1992 University-Industry Research Grants - Anytime SSHRC Programs Aid to Occasional Scholarly Conferences in Canada - July 1, November 1, April 1 Canadian Research Institutes Abroad -April 1, 1992 Strategic Partnership Development Gra.n ts - November 1, January 15, April 15 SSHRC/Departrnent of Communications Joint Initiative; Research on Cultural Development in an Open Economy February 7, 1992 Strengthening of Specialized Research Collections - April 1, 1992 Travel Grants for International Representation -April 1, July l, and November 1. SENATE RESEARCH COMMITTEE NSERC Internal Research Grants Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, 1992 Travel to do Research Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, 1992 Graduate Student Support Program - March 10, 1992 Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 Associateships -Open National Defence, Department of Military and Strategic Studies Research Awards - February 1, 1992. Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food: Pest Management _)) Program - February 21, 1992. Ontario Ministry of the Environment: Environmental Research Program - January 15, 1992 and Environmental Technologies Program -April 30, 1992 and October 30, 1992. Ontario Ministry of Health - Nursing Innovation Fund - January 1, May 1, September 1 Ontario Ministry of Transportation: Highway Safety Research Grant Program - January 31, 1992. Ontario-Quebec University Exchange Program - January 13, 1992 Rick Hansen/Man in Motion Legacy Fund; Spinal Cord Research Grants - February 1, 1992 Sport Canada; Sport Research Program - February 1, 1992 University of Windsor Humanities Research Group: Visiting Humanities Fellowship - February 28, 1992. World Wildlife Endangered Species Recovery Fund - January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1 GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Canada Memorial Foundation - February 29, 1992 CIDA Awards for Canadians - February 12, 1992 John G. Bene Fellowship in Social Forestry - January 15, 1992 Government of Canada Awards - Deadlines vary by country International Space University 1992 - January 15, 1992 Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarships - February 1, 1991 Young Researchers Award - Open •• •Funding • • • • • •Announced • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• • SSHRC Internal Research Grants Conference Travel Program - January 15, 1992 and May 15, 1992 Research Projects Program - March 10, 1992 Visiting Scholar Program - March 10, 1992 OTHER RESEARCH PROGRAMS Calgary Institute for the Humanities: Senior Research Fellowships -February 14, 1992 Canada-ASEAN Centre; Academic Institutional Support Fund - January 15, 1992 Canadian Red Cross - Career Development Fellowship Awards 92-93 -Jan 15, 1992 CIDA Professional Awards - January 15, 1992 and April 30, 1992 Educational Centre for Aging and Health; Fellowships/ Bursaries - January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1. European Community Visitors Programme (ECVP) - March 1, 1992. Environmental Youth Corps Program - February 14, 1992. Green Plan (Tri-Council): Eco-Research Program - Research Grants: letter of intent- February 29, 1992; full applications - October 15, 1992. - University Research Chairs - May 15, 1992 and January 15, 1993 - Postdoctoral Fellowships - June 15, 1992 and November 15, 1992 G. Allan Roeher Institute: Research Grants in Mental Handicap - April 30, 1992; Scottish Rite Major Research Grants in Mental Handicap - April 30, 1992 Lakehead University /McMaster Link: Northern Ontario Health Research Grants - February 28, 1992. L.S.B. Leakey Foundation - November 1 and February 1 National Research Council - Laboratories Research Page4 : • • • : • • Announced during National Science and Technology : Week, funding for Science Culture Canada programs will • be $1.8 million for 1991-92. To take advantage of the ~'vi funding available through Science Culture Canada, projects .J./ must promote public awareness of science and technology, : stimulate public interest towards everyday applications of • science and technology, open dialogue between scientists • and laypeople and, above all, encourage young Canadians • •• to become interested in science and technology. Requests for project funding from established organizations or • individuals sponsored by established organizations are • screened twice yearly, on April 15 and October 15. Re: quests for general funding and basic funding for youth are • screened on April 15. Information and application forms • are available from Science Culture Canada, Elise Boisjoli, • Directorate General of Scientific Programs, Supply and : Services Canada, 12C1, Phase IU, Place du Portage, Hull, • Quebec, KIA 0S5, (819) 956-1772. • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• - -- - - - - - - - - -- - - RESEARCH NEWS - ·- -- - - -- - - - - January 1992 �People /Papers /Publications Special Projects/Awards Dr. Gerd Schroeter, Professor of Sociology, participated in a / 'ference commemorating the centenary of the birth of the sob-ologist Theodor Geiger, held in Braunschweig, Germany, November 7-9: he presented a paper focusing on Geiger's journalistic writings in Danish newspapers during the years 1946-1948. An article Schroeter published in the Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences in 1980 will be included in a volume tentatively entitled "Max Weber: Critical Assessments One" (Routledge). Dr. Said Easa, Professor in Civil Engineering, has been appointed chairman of the Transportation Planning Committee of the American Society of Civil Engineers, effective November 1, 1991. The purpose of this _committee is to advance the planning and programming for urban transportation by correlation and exchange of information on experience and results. Over the next several years, this 23-member committee will, among other activities, find the status and identify future directions of transportation planning in North America. Dr. Easa has also been invited to serve on the Highway Geometric Design Committee of the Transportation Research Board, U.S. National Research Council (NRC), effective November 6, 1991. The NRC is the principal operating agency of the National Academy of Sciences and Engineering to serve the federal government and other organizations. Dr. Lisle Thomson, Associate Professor, School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism attended the Third Global Congress of Heritage Interpretation International "Joining Hands for Quality Tourism" in Honolulu, Hawaii November 3 -fr 191. Dr. Thomson presented the paper "Perceived enviro\-.~iental behaviours among backcountry travellers." Videotapes of summaries of all presentations arc available for viewing by calling Lisle Thomson at ext. 8753. New AUCC Study Examines Faculty Shortages The supply of qualified faculty during the 1990s will be insufficient to meet the demand, according to a recent AUCC study entitled Averting Faculty Shortages. However, critical shortages of university teachers will be felt in a number of disciplines, with the projected increases in the number of PhD graduates varying according to discipline. Based on data from Statistics Canada, the study examines the functioning and prospects of the academic labour market for full-time faculty. Retirement is not the only reason professors leave, the study found. Academics are part of a wider national and international labour market for highly qualified personnel. Canadian universities will therefore need to cope with the impact of changes in these markets in their search to attract and retain professors. To avoid faculty shortages, universities will need to maintain and increase the market share of PhD graduates they hire, continue to expand PhD programs (particularly in the natural sciences) and reduce the number of faculty leaving for reasons other than retirement. The study concludes that action is required now to avoid these shortages, which could threaten the quality of university education in Canada and our ability to compete globally in the 21st century. Copies of the study are available from AUCC, Publications. 151 Slater St., Ottawa Ont. KIP SNl; tel (613) 563-1236. Dr. Jeanette Lynes, Assistant Professor of English, presented two papers in November. Dr. Lynes' first paper, given at the Midwest Modern Language Association annual conference in Chicago, examined the work of Robert Kroetsch and Margaret Laurence as part of a session on "Representation of Ethnic Minorities in "Mainstream" Canadian Texts." Her second paper, presented at the Association for Canadian Studies in the United States Conference in Boston, was entitled "Divining and Rememorying: The Problem of the Past in Margaret Laurence's Diviners and Toni Morrison's Beloved." Dr. Jane Taylor, Assistant Professor, School of Physical Education and Athletics, attended the annual conference of the Canadian Association on Gerontology in Toronto in October, where she presented a paper with Professor Mary Lou Kelley, Department of Social Work, entitled "Eider's health careers: Implications for long term care." In November, she presented a paper on '1mplicit knowledge of movement intelligence" at the 8th International Symposium on Adapted Physical Activity in Miami Beach, Florida. In January, Dr. Taylor will be tai--~ registrations foThrtheclin~~tor _ f;, D wpment Clinic. c 1c w111 offer 2 classes each week for 9 weeks, ~ ~~ ~~ =-~::_J to children aged 5 to 14 who have movement learning difficulties. To register a child or obtain further information, contact Dr. Taylor at 343-8752. l January 1992 - -- - - - -- - - - - -- - AGORA Through the financial su1Jporl of E!1 ERNST & YOUNG B Tho Conadlan Nall!)nal 1 :~~~~~ ':illnd in • conjunction ~ ALUMNI ASSOCIATION with ~ OF LAKEfiEAD UNIVERSITY presents SKI ,--.., FOR HOPE - ~~ Saturday, February 29, 1992 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Big Thunder National Ski '!raining Centre • Many prizes • Free food • Lucky draws • (Downhill and Cross-Country Skiing) Open to Individuals of all :ages who raise a minimum of $ 50.00 in pledges All proceeds go to the CNIB and the LU Alumni Associa1ion For Information call: 345-33~ 1 CN l8 ' 343-8155 LU Alumni Association Page7 �Breaking Through the Borders: Exchange Students at Lakehead University similar countries - the same problems are here. It's interesting to see how things are done in different places." J~n Stibane, in his fourth year of Math an Computer Science, is from the Univcr sity of Ulm. His main reas?n ~or_ . applying for the exchange 1s s1m1bar to the others, "the language. Twanted to study in an English-speaking country." How do the students firid the Canadian university system? For the most part they like it, athough the style of teaching and course selection differs from their own . Kaspar finds the teacher education programme very different. In Sweden the idea of a specific subject "major" does not exist. The school system in Canada is different as wcU. "1 think that different ways of doing things is interesting. T'm not sure if one is better than the other but I like seeing alternative styles of teaching. What the teachers teach in Sweden and Canada is very simiUar, but the order in which they teach it is not." Jaakko believes that the biggest difference for him is the way in which professors tcad1 the classes in Canada. "Herc the professors explain the theory and show examples. In Finland you learn the theory but don't sec it practised. You_ have to study very hard to understand it." Jan doesn't see mud1 of a differer~ in his courses. "Professors do cxplaii....JI much more though . In Germany they only write the information on the board and it is up to you to know it and understand it." Are there any fundamental differences between Canadian students and students from other countries? TI1c answer, according to this crew, is wholeheartedly YES. Kaspar finds the students, especially in residence, to be decidedly less mature than their counterparts in Sweden. Why is that? "In Sweden we don't pay tuition fees so we don't depend on our parents for an edµcation. We break away from them at a younger age and make our own way. Canadians have to rely on their parents more. Maybe this is a reason why they seem younger." In Finland and Sweden students have to pass an examination before they are admitted into university. "It is very difficult'' says Jaakko, "but it makes you work hard in school, you appreciate it more." The students may find it easier to evaluate their experiences once they return home. There is consensus that the exchange has been worthwhile and other interested students will now be. able to hear about life at a Canadian university. J The European Contingent: from left to right, Kaspar Kotake, Rebecca Sjoberg, Jaakko Seppala and Jan Stibane. In the 1987 Academic Plan, the need to expand the university's formal and informal external academic relations was identified as a priority. Since that time, the university has focused it's formal bilateral university agreements in international activities in three major areas: circumpolar universities, forestry exchanges in China, Nepal and Ethiopia and linkages with the University of Minnesotr1-Duluth. To date fourteen formal agreements have been signed with universities in ten countries. The agreements include faculty and student exchanges, joint research projects and other mutual activities. This year Lakehead University welcomed 14 students from the University of Lapland, the University of Oulu, Finland, Lulea University, Sweden and Tyumen University, Russia. The university also welcomed two faculty exchanges. Dr. Tatu Leinonen from the University of Oulu was at Lakehead for the first semester, teaching courses in Mechanical Engineering. Professor Sergei Marochkin, from the Law Facu(ty at Tyumcn University taught courses m the Department of History. The Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities and the Baden-Wurttenbcrg Ministcrium fur Wissenschaft und Kunst (MWK) of Germany recently signed an agreement which matches universities from each jurisdiction based on the existence of formal institutional partnerships, size, program availability and regard for overall balance and equity. A student from the Pages University of Kostanz and one from the University of Ulm arc attending Lakehead University as part of this agreement. The Department of Continuing Education, under the guiding hand of Distance Education Co-ordinator Gwen Wojda, has been given the responsibility of administering the exchange programmes. The AgorA interviewed a "cros~section" of exchange students a few months ago to discuss the similarities and differences, their likes and dislikes of the different institutions and what made them decide to participate in a Lakchcad University exchange. Rebecca Sjoberg, from Lulea University in Northern Sweden, is in her fourth year of Computer Science and Engineering. 'When l started university I heard about exchange programs with Scotland, Canada, the United States, Germany and France. I traveUed in Africa one summer and met someone from Grimsby, Ontario. It made me want to go to Canada and improve my English." Kaspar Kotake, also from Lu lea and a student in his third year of Teacher Education, wanted to experience another coun try and have the opportunity to teach in another school system. Jaakko Seppala, from the University of Oulu, a student of Civil Engineering, came to Lakchead simply because it was the only place that was offered as an exchange. '1t reaUy didn't matter what place, just North America, to learn . English. Canada and Finland seem like AGORA January 1992 �Forest Panel from page3 serve as co-chair and add her experience in the socio'.onomic issues of Northern communities through her .,rork at Quetico Centre. She has also worked with Aboriginal peoples, labour unions and community organizations. Duinker says the Panel will come together, develop a plan of action and make people of the province aware of it. He argues that consultation is critical and the panel will consult widely with groups such as industry, labour, forest communities, environmental groups, academics, first nations and other aboriginal groups, recreational and commercial organizations, Ontario ministries and other governments and the general public. The panel report will recommend policy to the government and be available to the public.. c ~~ t1r-,-.. _ '.:IIarr2 Project to Improve Conditions for Women Studying Engineering Ontario universities will receive funding to develop and conduct workshops to improve the conditions for women studying engineering, Colleges and Universities Minister Richard Allen announced. The project is part of a $1.5 million initiative announced last May to improve the environment for women in postsecondary institutions. ''Men's attitudes towards women must change. Through educational workshops like these, we should be able to improve conditions for women studying in our e~gineering faculties so that we can attract more of them to this very rewarding filed of study", said Dr. Allen. The goal of the workshops is to change the attitudes towards women of faculty, students and administrative staff at engineering school. In addition, the workshops sho~d promote a greater appreciation of government and umversity supported initiatives to combat sexual harassment and promote equity. . . The project was developed through consultations with universities, representatives from faculties of engineering, and women in engineering. A total of $50,000 is available for this project. Ministry funding will be allocated to each in~titution on a shar:d cost basis of up to 50 per cent of the project amount and will depend on the number of engineering students studying at the institution. The following institutions will be eligible to receive funding for the project: Carleton, Guelph, Lakehead, Laurentian, McMaster, Ottawa, Queen's, Toronto, Waterloo, Western, Windsor and Ryerson. ~,~t~ Ideas On CBC Stereo Sundays 7:05 pm fff:C11t..,, ,,.,.=:' ·~· Sunday, January 12 THE SLEEP OF REASON The Romantics get their turn: people who lace their personal feelings into the heart of their lives and enter a world driven by imagination. From Goethe's Werther to Chopin to Shelley. Sunday, January 19 MUSIC OF THE FlITURE The Lord says in Faust: "This companion purposely I give, who stirs, excites, and must, as devil, work!" The thoughts an music of "companions" Berlioz, Liszt and Wagner. Sunday, January 26 MY OWN, NATIVE LAND From Sir Walter Scott's "The Lady of the Last Minstrel" to Smetana's "My Country," this program captures the true romantics yearning for a homeland - real or imaginary. Sunday, February 2 DOWN WITH THE RENAISSANCE! Mr. Brian Bedford, a student in both the BSc and HBOR programmes has been awarded the Provincial Chapter of Ontario /ODE Applied Ecology Award of $750.00. The award is given to ( :tudent who meets the principles of ecological study and portrays his commitment to preserving the environment. Dr. Mallik, Department of Biology, presents Brian with a cheque and certificate as Dr. D. W. Robinson, School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism looks on. A hazy, gauzy, romantic Gothic twilight surrounded poet Dante Gabriel Rossetti and the other Pre-Raphaelites who saw beauty in a past peopled by the likes of King Arthur and his knights and 'The Blessed Damosel." Sunday, February 9 TELL ME A STORY Some Romantic musicians felt that music tells a story or at the very least, deserves a title. In this program, stories about stories-within-stories in the best Romantic tradition. January 1992 - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - AGORA Page9 �PagelO - - - - - - -- -- - -- - - AGORA - - - - - - - -- - - - �Last Writes At the Christmas Party Vice-President John Whitfield asked Santa for a little guidance with the Academic Plan. From the framework identified in the Issues Paper, he's getting all the help he needs. LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY offers numerous INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES . graduate and undergraduate programs • social & cultural exchanges between Russia & Japan • one or two tem1s • credits earned towards Lakehead University program Countries included: Sweden Germany England Japan Finland China U.S.A. Ethiopia Russia Nepal For further information, contact: ~ordinator of Student International .changes (807) 343-8748 Regional Educational Centre 0009 by Katherine Shedden There's a cartoon in my office showing a row of sheep with the big bad wolf disguised as one of them and the cutline, "Who's afraid of the big idea, the big idea". It's my reminder not to be afraid to try something new, to give an idea air space and listen more attentively to the ideas of others. There are two rather mild-mannered but determined teachers in Thunder Bay who decided to do something with their idea and found the right person to implement their proposal. Meet Donna McNally and Georgina Green, Thunder Bay educators who know a lot about how children learn, and don't learn, to read. Both are experienced and well-respected teachers who used sabbatical leaves to complete their masters in areas related to reading. They initiated a reading intervention pilot project with the Lakehead Board of Education modelled on the program of New Zealand researcher Maria Clay. The results were dramatic and these women knew that the program had the potential to change the lives of countless numbers of children who cannot read or are at risk. In an over-simplified description, the program involves identifying children who are at risk, and placing them in a one-to-one tutorial for 30 minutes every day, building on the background and existing reading strategies which the child possesses and introducing a systematic and varied set of diverse tools they can use. (It was quite surprising to discover that _ phonics is near the bottom of the list). According to statistics, about 85% _of school children will learn to read m spite of the reading program they are exposed to. Their specially designed program focuses on the students at risk - the ones moving through the system who are not learning to read. Green and McNally presented their idea of teaching a course on reading intervention to the right person. Bob Welsh, Coordinator of Continuing Teacher Education, loved the idea and quickly identified that their proposal already met the Ministry Guidelines. Reading 4624 has been listed in the University calendar since 1976 but is now finally being offered with Part II to follow in the fall of 1992. The ending? Reading 4624 is happily underway with McNally and Green instructing 20 excited teachers every Tuesday night in the Bora Laskin Building. In tum, these teachers take January 1992 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AGORA back their enthusiasm and new knowledge to their colleagues and principals. Best of all, as a result of the tutorial component of this course, twenty "at risk" students are receiving a daily 30 minutes of "reading recovery". Today, a little 7-year old, who two months ago could not read 10 words, finished her little book and looked up and announced jubilantly, "I can read!" She's got the idea. Thank you, Donna and Georgina and Bob. 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