Welcome back students to your
university. This year we have a 13 per cent increase in new full-time students
for the fall semester, out of more than 20,000 full- and part-time studying at
the undergrad and graduate levels. UVic's economic impact study estimates that students
contribute about $177 million per year in direct spending in Greater Victoria.
Thanks for being part of our community!
Open House – Continuing Studies Building proposed addition
A drop-in Open House has been scheduled
from 3:00 - 7:00 pm in the Student Union Building, Michele Pujol Room, on
Tuesday, October 8th to discuss the Continuing
Studies Building proposed addition. Representatives from Campus
Planning, Facilities Management and Continuing Studies, along with the
consultants, HCMA Architects, will be in attendance, with display material and information
on the project. Open to all campus and community members. See https://www.uvic.ca/campusplanning/current-projects/continuingstudiesbuildingaddition/index.php
The 4th
Annual Latin American and Spanish Film Week will be held at Cinecenta from
September 17 to 22. The event features some of the most exciting films produced
today in the Hispanic world. Last year we had a great response from the
community. We are glad this event is becoming a tradition in our city. All
films are shown with English subtitles. Regular prices apply, and tickets will
be available at the box office at the screening of each film. See the titles
and videos at http://www.cinecenta.com.
"Fizzics" & the Chemistry of Drink
Free. The Vifor Pharma Distinguished Speaker Series
presents Dr. Richard Zare discussing Chemical
"Fizzics" & the Chemistry of Drink.
Chemistry is all around us, not just in a laboratory. Some
great examples are the drinks we consume. This lecture is about drinks;
alcoholic, carbonated, or otherwise. Join us as we ponder such questions as why
James Bond prefers to have his vodka Martini shaken, but not stirred. Dr.
Zare--with his unique ability to translate complex science into every-day
examples--will fill his lecture with demonstrations illustrating the world of
bubbles.
It is recommended that tickets are booked in
advance as seating is reserved. Tickets are free of charge and will be mailed
if ordered up to one week prior to event. See https://tickets.uvic.ca
Workshop on Aging, Developmental Disabilities and
Dementia
A free workshop on aging, developmental disabilities and
dementia will cover issues including: the changing nature of Canada's
population and the emerging "grey wave"; fundamentals of how people
with lifelong neurodevelopmental disabilities are affected by aging; and how
assessment is carried out with older adults with neurodevelopmental conditions
who experience functional decline.
There will also be a dialogue on the nature of
Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and how communities and the support
system can prepare for their growing impact. Technologies directed at
increasing the independence and quality of life of those living with
disabilities will also be discussed.
When: Friday,
Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Room C122,
David Strong Building, UVic
Admission is free. An e-mail indicating attendance would
be appreciated. Dr. Roy Brown at royibrown@shaw.ca
New Exhibit at the Legacy Gallery
The Shakespeare First Folio (First
Collected edition of his plays) is one of the Western world’s best-known and
most iconic books. Discover why these folios have held people’s fascination
through the centuries and enjoy and opportunity to see all four 17th century
folios together for the first time in BC. Free and open to the public.
This exhibit runs from: September 21 to October 23 at the Legacy
Art Gallery (630 Yates Street). Wednesday – Saturday from
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. See http://uvac.uvic.ca/
