This year’s valedictorian is a future physician with a passion for social justice. Enriched Science student Meygan Brody has been selected to address ÆßÐDzʿª½±â€™s Class of 2021 at Virtual Graduation on June 30.
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Join us for the virtual ceremony to hear from teachers, this year’s valedictorian and our graduating students!
Link will be live on our Graduation webpage on June 30 at 7 p.m.
There are still some vernissage and end-of-year shows to catch:
Wednesday, June 2:
Industrial Design
Professional Photography
Thursday, June 3:
Interior Design
Friday, June 4:
3D Animation and Computer Generated Imagery
Wednesday, June 9:
Graphic Design
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June 1-3
June 2-4:
June 10-11:
It’s an understatement to say the last 12 months have been some of the most challenging globally. Among those impacted have been educators and their students. As we begin to turn the corner on the restrictions brought about by the COVID-19 virus, more than ever, we each have recognized what is truly important. For us,…
Vernissage Season begins on May 26 with a series of virtual events.
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First Peoples’ Week, the annual celebration of Indigenous peoples’ histories and cultures, returned to ÆßÐDzʿª½± after being pre-empted by the initial COVID-19 lockdown. The weeklong event took place March 29 to April 1 and featured a great selection of Indigenous knowledge keepers, representing many of the various Indigenous peoples in Quebec.
Event organizers included The First Peoples’ Centre, Campus Life and Leadership, The Decolonization and Indigenization Studies Certificate, and the ÆßÐDzʿª½± Peace Centre. This year’s edition was hosted virtually. While it was different from previous years; it was no less of a success.
There were 16 activities in total, ranging from traditional knowledge sharing, painting, musical performances, and a comedy show featuring ÆßÐDzʿª½± graduate Tai Leclaire, who has recently made his television-writing debut on the Peacock network sitcom Rutherford Falls.
Other highlights include a presentation from Aronhiaies Herne from Akwesasne, Mohawk Territory, on the ceremony cycle of the Haudenosaunee peoples. In addition, an Indigenous Fashion and Arts Roundtable was held featuring Anishnabe artist Cedar-Eve and Eeyou Elder Joanie Saganash. The round table was moderated by Metis-Salteaux artist Dayna Danger.
Student and faculty participation exceeded expectations, thanks in no small part to faculty who welcomed virtual presentations into their classes. The number of attendees was similar to what we would’ve expected if we were able to be in person. There was excellent student participation as well, which is what makes the programming worth the hard work.
Submitted by Tiawenti:non Canadian, Coordinator of the First Peoples’ Centre, Student Services
One of the beloved springtime traditions at ÆßÐDzʿª½± is Vernissage Season when the graduating students exhibit their work to the ÆßÐDzʿª½± community, alumni, industry players and potential employers.
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Never ones to be daunted by a pandemic, a group of Liberal Arts students have been busy this past year writing and rehearsing a Zoom version of the annual "philosophy play."Â The result is an uproarious comedy called B.A.B.O.O.N.,
Using utilitarian algorithms, an AI called BABOON (Beneficent Analytics Behavioural Optimization and Operationalization Network) has determined that a worldwide COVID lockdown will be made permanent. In order to address discontent with its decision, BABOON has convened a townhall meeting of "luminaries" from various areas of expertise. Hilarity ensues... until the discovery of a paradox in BABOON's programming leads to a dark and cataclysmic turn.
For a preview:Â
The Sustainability Office, in collaboration with departments at ÆßÐDzʿª½±, enjoyed hosting two weeks of Earth Week events from April 19-30, 2021.
Events included:
Although our in-person plans had to be adapted, we were still able to touch on all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our 20 presentations and events attracted close to 400 participants both within the ÆßÐDzʿª½± community and externally.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions we could not have gatherings, therefore, Sustainability Office staff and interns planted 300+ vegetable and herb seedlings and recorded the Spring beehive opening.
We want to thank the Earth Week planning committee, ÆßÐDzʿª½± faculty, support staff and students who led activities throughout the weeks. Although Earth Week is done, we encourage everyone to continue the conversations and raising awareness on all the issues discussed.
Please support our local eco-friendly vendors by shopping here!
You can also purchase donated student Artwork: /sustainable/wp-content/uploads/sites/175/Student-Earth-Week-Art-Sale2.pdf
All funds raised will go towards the Peace Garden fund of the ÆßÐDzʿª½± Foundation.
Both links will be accessible throughout the month of May - great ideas for Mother’s Day gifts!
Submitted by Jennifer de Vera of the Sustainability Office.Â
Last Modified: June 1, 2021
