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DISCOVERY IN COMMUNITY CLASSROOMS With renewed funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, Kamskénow will continue to bring engaging science and math education to community schools in Saskatoon. Last year, the program put science outreach instructors into 42 classrooms at 14 schools in the Saskatoon area, for 90 minutes once a week for 13 weeks. Read the full story on Page 5.

 DAVID STOBBE University Library changing with times Consultation key to creating overarching master plan

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Over the next decade, the University master plan through extensive to meet the information needs consultation with faculty, of the campus community,” said Library will write a new chapter that will students and staff at the U of S. Sorensen. “This is about determining what “It is time to transform include changes to physical spaces and is ideal for our libraries and the University Library. It is figuring out the steps to get to good for the students to help services offered in order to respond to the ideal.” them achieve their academic While Sorensen said and research goals. It will also the changing information landscape. changes have yet to be deter- address changes in how research mined, she was clear that is done and knowledge created. Guiding this change, explained and achieve a cohesive result.” changes are needed and will We are excited that the univer- Charlene Sorensen, interim Building on the broad continue the work of the past sity sees the library as a priority.” dean of the University Library, changes to the ground and first decade that saw the refurbishing Students and faculty, is a master plan that will be floors of the Murray Library— of spaces and reconfiguring of Sorensen continued, see the developed over the coming which included the creation collections. potential of libraries at other months with the help of the of the learning commons, a “For more than a decade institutions, like the Univer- entire university community. number of group spaces, the we have seen changes in the way sity of Calgary and Concordia “We are looking at all of our writing and math help centres libraries are used. Because of the Sorensen University, and they “will library space so we can figure and a Starbucks—this master explosion of digital informa- wonder why we don’t have that out where we are heading, what plan will outline steps for each tion, libraries need to be more “The digital age has brought here at the U of S. This will help space can be used for; that’s library space on campus. on-demand than ever before,” transformative change to the keep us competitive in post-sec- something we can’t decide as “All seven library branches she said, adding that while scholarly information envi- ondary education.” we go,” said Sorensen. “I always will be part of a process to visitor numbers at most U of S ronment and has dramatically In broad strokes, Sorensen compare this process to painting determine how these spaces can library branches continue to changed the way faculty and continued, potential changes your house—you have all these best be used,” said Sorensen, grow by leaps and bounds, print students use libraries. The need will include refurbishment, rooms to paint and you need a adding that Group2 Architecture collection use has gone in the for change remains and is vital plan to co-ordinate the process Interior Design will create the opposite direction. to ensure our library continues See Planning, Page 4

INSIDE ICE MAN 2 MILKING IT 6 2 May 13, 2016 

knows better than most how fewer than one percent of players in junior, college and university hockey ever play in the NHL. “I think it is so important to get your education, obviously,” said Babcock. “It builds a foun- dation for the rest of your life. It gives you a platform to pursue your passion and your goals and your dreams. The other thing about sports is sports end, espe- cially if you are a player. It ends and it ends young. And what are you going to do with the rest of your life? So you need something and I am a big believer (in education).” Making hockey history A former teammate of current Huskies head coach Dave Adolph, Babcock is one U of S honorary degree recipient Mike Babcock of three former U of S hockey players from Saskatchewan who fill three of the 30 head coaching a Stanley Cup, Olympic and world champion positions in the NHL, along with Todd McLellan (Edmonton  JAMES SHEWAGA  LIGHT IMAGING Oilers) and Willie Desjardins (Vancouver Canucks). “There have been a whole Mike Babcock was a wide-eyed teenager when he National Hockey League. University, where he also did bunch of us (from the U of S) followed in the family footsteps to take classes at “I was a kid who had left some post-graduate work over the years and who knows major junior hockey to play at in sports psychology, before why that has happened, but what the University of Saskatchewan back in 1981. Little the U of S and I didn’t know embarking on a brief pro I believe and one of the reasons did he know that one day he would become one of much about education or about career in hockey overseas as a why my wife and I bring our kids where I was going, or what I was player/coach that kick-started home every summer, is there is the most decorated coaches in hockey history. doing,” said Babcock, whose a coaching career that has now something about the authenticity mother, wife, and of the people of Saskatch- The 53-year-old former member keep opening doors for yourself his sisters and their ewan,” said Babcock, who of the U of S Huskies hockey and embrace lifelong learning, children all attended When you go across the played with Desjardins on program has gone on to become like the U of S sets you up to do, the U of S. “Dave was the Huskies in 1981-82 and the only head coach to win the then you have a chance … a renowned coach country, you meet people who had McLellan alongside three most prestigious champi- “Getting a university degree at the time and the are U of S grads who are doing as one of his assistant onships in hockey—the Stanley doesn’t guarantee success, but it U of S had a good coaches during Babcock’s Cup (2008), an Olympic gold gives you a platform to pursue program, I think we well and that are having an impact 10-year stint as head coach medal (2010 and 2014) and a it and then it’s up to you. So it’s lost in the national on society and more importantly, of the Detroit Red Wings. world championship (2004). a launching pad, but it’s a heck final that year. He “When you go across the The U of S will pay tribute to of a launching pad. And to me, had a veteran team they are having an impact on their country, you meet people Babcock at Spring Convocation I’m living proof that dreams do and I was one of family and the people around who are U of S grads who ceremonies on June 2 when he come true.” the young guys on are doing well and that is awarded an honorary Doctor Indeed. Babcock’s remark- it and I enjoyed my them because they love what are having an impact on of Laws for outstanding achieve- able resume is a story of time at the U of S. It society and more impor- ment and exceptional service to success that starts right here in was great. And for they do. And when you do that, tantly, they are having an the community. Saskatoon. After playing junior me, growing up in it is contagious. impact on their family and “I don’t know if you can ever hockey with his hometown Saskatoon, when you Mike Babcock the people around them in your wildest dreams think Saskatoon Blades, Babcock get an opportunity because they love what of this stuff,” said Babcock, the moved on campus to join the to go to the school in they do. And when you do Toronto Maple Leafs head coach U of S Huskies and play for your town, it’s a special, special spanned almost three decades. that, it is contagious.” who will also guide Canada’s legendary coach Dave King, who place.” Getting his education before Babcock reached the team in the World Cup of Hockey would go on to guide Canada’s Babcock later moved on taking a shot at pro hockey was in Toronto this fall. “But if you national team and coach in the to finish his degree at McGill important to Babcock, who See Special, Page 3

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When people see worrisome stressed that the program is less changes in their friends or about training people to dili- colleagues, Robert Kliewer wants gently report others than it is Special honour to help them find the assistance to encourage peers to help each they need. other. It is this goal that drives the “It’s more of a supportive From Page 2 select company of honorary Violent Threat Risk Assessment approach than, say, a watchful degree winners, a U of S tradition training program (VTRA), which eye. The goal is: ‘Hey, someone’s pinnacle of the profession by dating back to 1919. aims to help people identify got an issue going on; we’ve leading Detroit to the Stanley “It’s special,” said Babcock, behaviour changes in those identified a type of behaviour Cup in 2008, bringing Lord who is also well known for his around them that may indicate that’s not typical for them. How Stanley’s mug to campus that charity work in the community. a deeper issue or possibly even do we support them?’” he said. summer for a trip to Royal “You don’t grow up thinking that harmful actions. “It’s prevention of violence, and University Hospital. He is someone is going to give you an “It’s based off of worrisome coming up with a good interven- excited to return to the U of S opportunity like this (to coach at behaviours. If you’re witnessing tion plan to support that person.” next month for this spring’s the highest level). What you try behaviours that are concerning Kliewer Kliewer said that younger convocation ceremonies. to do is you try to treat people to you, what do you do with that people on campus, such as Babcock will become the right and you try to work hard information?” Kliewer said. Catholic Schools brought it students, are often already quite latest Saskatchewan sports star to and enjoy what you are doing “It’s all about giving people to campus as part of a larger good at identifying worrisome be awarded an honorary degree and share your passion with the information of where to turn community push. behaviour and encouraging each from the U of S, joining the likes others. And if you are fortunate so that they understand that While VTRA includes many other to seek help through their of NHL legend Gordie Howe and enough to find your passion and there are supports for them here Saskatoon and area partners, friends, family, other loved ones or former Canadian Olympians you get to work at it, then you on campus, and specifically who including Saskatoon Police professional channels. However, Diane Jones-Konihowski and never have a job in your life, you those people are.” Services, Saskatoon Fire Depart- he continued, part of what VTRA Catriona Le May Doan. He said just get to do what you love to do. Kliewer is an emergency ment and Saskatoon Health is striving to do is persuade older he is truly honoured to join the So I have been very fortunate.”  planning manager with Univer- Region, Kliewer said it is one generations to act similarly. sity of Saskatchewan safety small part of a larger mental “Now that there’s actually resources, where he is among health initiative that spreads well a process and people trained in the co-ordinators of VTRA. The beyond the city’s borders. support, we need to really get that Spring Convocation takes place program spreads awareness of “It’s not just a univer- out there and change the culture mental health issues, possible sity initiative; it’s a nation- and change the mindset of our May 30- June 2 at TCU Place. In at- indicators of personal distress and wide community approach to long-term faculty and staff,” he tendance with this year’s graduating how to best connect those in need addressing, proactively, these said, adding that this change can with the help they require—be it types of issues,” he said. be monumental for some. students will be six honorary degree the support of friends, family or Though VTRA does offer “We’re asking people to recipients, including Mike Babcock, even professional psychological 25-minute presentations every do something here that they’ve as well as other award winners. The assistance. six months on some easily iden- never been asked to do before: The program was first intro- tifiable worrisome behaviours— share information, share May 27 issue of On Campus News will duced to campus in 2013, when including uttering threats, worrisome behaviours that have a special convocation feature. the Public Schools Board of substance abuse and anti-social people are identifying. That’s a Education and Greater Saskatoon conduct, among others—Kliewer huge thing to ask people.”  4 May 13, 2016  NEW TO US New GSA president Tammy Owens primed for progress  LESLEY PORTER A desire to change things for his fellow students initially attracted Ziad Ghaith to the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA), and that will to help others kept him on the executive for another year as president. With seven cats at home, Tammy Owens joked that she has almost enough to “I have a real passion to help run a valid feeding study—something entirely appropriate for someone special- my peers achieve their goals, izing in animal nutrition at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM). academic and non-academic,” Owens joined the U of S faculty as an assistant professor in the Department said Ghaith, a PhD student in of Small Animal Clinical Sciences in January, recruited to add a new nutrition the Department of Bioresource component to the curriculum. Policy, Business and Economics Her path to veterinary medicine began in Sandpoint, Idaho, close to the British in the College of Agriculture Columbia border. A desire for a quality education and to see a bit of the country and Bioresources. drew her to Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania, where she completed her Ghaith served as the VP undergraduate degree in biology. She worked in an immunology lab and as an operations from 2015-16, during EMT and considered a career in human medicine before personal circumstances what he called “the crazy year.” Ziad Ghaith, president of the Graduate  LESLEY PORTER drew her back across the continent to Las Vegas and a job at a veterinary clinic. At the time, the GSA’s goal Students’ Association (GSA). “I started pretty low on the totem pole, wrapping surgical packs,” she said. “I was to rebuild trust among its was really putting my college degree to good use!” members, and “to some extent, explained that the policies student voices are crucial to the But the humble job led to training as a licensed veterinary technician and a clear we achieved that,” he said. The regarding committee repre- university. career path. “I decided to be a veterinarian, which is what I wanted to be up until executive also began further sentation were drafted when Another goal is to assist the point I was about 13,” she said. planning for some longer-term the graduate student count was with promoting the university’s She crossed the country yet again to pursue her veterinary degree at Ohio State strategic goals, which Aboriginal engagement appealed to Ghaith. initiatives. University, followed by an internship at Mississippi State University and two It’s very challenging, but years working as an emergency vet at a private veterinary hospital in Tucson, “At the end of the “We were really Arizona. The hands-on work impressed upon her the importance of nutritional year I realized there when you have a passion towards motivated as a team support for patients, inspiring her to complete a residency in clinical nutrition at were still quite a few last year to assist the the University of California. She continues to pursue further research there, now things that I hadn’t something, everything is doable. university in achieving yet achieved,” he said. their vision of indigeni- at a distance as she did not want to pass up the U of S opportunity. Ziad Ghaith Her first few months on the job have been consumed with teaching at the And so he set his eyes zation,” he said. “One of college veterinary clinic and creating the new curriculum on regular and thera- on the presidency, and my goals is to continue peutic diets, that is, feeding to control conditions like kidney disease and obesity. ran uncontested in the April less than its current number of pushing this forward and help Owens also fields calls from practicing vets across the country on questions of election. about 15 per cent. to make the GSA a leader and animal nutrition, particularly in cats. This is where her research interests lie. One of those initia- “We, as graduate students, an example.” tives he is looking forward to are underrepresented in He will also investigate the “There are just a lot of unanswered questions,” she said. “Although we have a involves increasing the number different university commit- many challenges international lot of ecological data in terms of what cats eat in the wild, we have very limited information in terms of what the actual nutritional composition of that diet is.” of graduate students within tees—important committees,” university governance. Ghaith he said, adding that graduate See Balancing, Page 7 Confounding the issue is that the sunbeams-cuddles-canned food lifestyle of a family pet is far removed from the carnivorous hunt, eat-whole-prey and reproduce life of a feral cat. “Some pet owners do interpret ‘carnivore’ as needing to feed a raw meat-based diet, but we simply don’t have any evidence that such a diet is best for long-term maintenance of health in pet cats,” Owens said. Planning set to begin “Raw diets are quite popular, and I’ve been contacted several times by veter- inarians in different places in Canada with questions,” she said. “There are “To create these fantastic “This is about moving From Page 1 definitely a lot of concerns with feeding raw diets and a lot of veterinarians feel spaces we do need to do some all libraries in chorus,” said ill-equipped to deal with that.”  planning around the collection Sorensen. “But we aren’t going revitalization, and transfor- in advance. to do this unilaterally. We want mation of library collections, “This is not about getting rid people from all across campus services and facilities. of books; books are important. involved because we know that “Overall, we are looking at But by changing the way we view the process and final outcome how prime real estate should be our collections in our spaces, we will be better with more input.” ON CAMPUS NEWS used so that it is active space for can make the space the best it To that end, from May to learning, research and study,” can be for our users,” Sorensen October “we will be gathering On Campus News is published 18 times per year by University of Saskatchewan said Sorensen, adding that continued. “It doesn’t mean information from the campus Marketing and Communications. It is distributed to all U of S faculty, staff, graduate some examples of how space books are less important, but it community in a variety of ways,” students and members of governing bodies, as well as to others in the university community, related organizations, some Saskatchewan government officials and could be used include maker- does mean they can be stored in Sorensen said. “There will be news media. space (creative, DIY space where different ways.” online surveys, open houses and Subscriptions are available for $22 per year. Story and photo ideas are welcome. people can gather to create, The collection, Sorensen pop-up consultations all around Advertising rates are available online or on request. invent and learn), research stressed, will always be available, campus with student consulta- On Campus News aims to provide a forum for the sharing of timely news, information commons for debate, discussion but because of the declining tions starting when they return and opinions about events and issues of interest to the U of S community. and collaboration, display and usage of books, the Univer- in the fall.” The views and opinions expressed by writers of letters to the editor and viewpoints exhibit spaces, and quiet space sity Library will be examining Additionally, a core stake- do not necessarily reflect those of the U of S or On Campus News. to study and reflect. how the collection is stored on holder group, consisting of University Archives and campus. Sorensen said there are about 40 members from a range News Editor: Kris Foster Writers: HenryTye Glazebrook, Lesley Porter, Michael Robin, Special Collections, currently three main ways the library will of colleges, schools, student James Shewaga tucked away on the third floor reconfigure the collection: using groups and administrative units, Designers: Brian Kachur, Pierre Wilkinson of the Murray Library, could, for compact mobile shelving in the has been created to ensure all Editorial Advisory Board: Rajat Chakravarty, Patrick Hayes, example, see its space improved Murray, Science and Health pockets on campus have a voice Fiona Haynes, Sandra Ribeiro, Sharon Scott, Stephen Urquhart, David York not only in terms of size with the Sciences Libraries; using other in the process. addition of a digitization centre, storage space on campus; and Sorensen said that because but also in terms of access to rare removing duplicates. libraries are for everyone on ISSN: 1195-7654 PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 40065156 and unique materials and appro- To be sure, it is a big under- campus, she hopes everyone will Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: priate environmental conditions taking with planning and get involved in the process. UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN for the collection. consultation expected to start in “There will be so much MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS G16 THORVALDSON BUILDING, 110 SCIENCE PLACE, SASKATOON, SK S7N 5C9 Naturally, the library collec- May, with the final master plan positive coming from this. This Email: [email protected] tion will change as well. anticipated in December. is really exciting.”  ON CAMPUS NEWS  May 13, 2016 5 The science behind classroom engagement Outreach program builds community connections  MICHAEL ROBIN Kamskénow, an award-winning schools. The program is focused U of S outreach program that on designated community brings engaging science and schools, which tend to have a math education to community high proportion of First Nations schools in Saskatoon, has just and Métis students. received renewed funding I think the most “We want kids to discover through PromoScience, a impressive thing is that science through fun and exciting program of the Natural Sciences hands-on activities presented and Engineering Research after participating in in a culturally responsive way,” Council of Canada (NSERC). the program 69 per Elias said. “We’ll do dissection “NSERC funds are fabulous of owl pellets and the kids will because we certainly have cent of students said determine what type of skulls the demand, and to have the they are likely to choose they have and how many there three-year funding, that’s just a are. But we will also bring in dream,” said Lana Elias, director a career that involves Aboriginal legends, for example, of science outreach with the math or science. ‘how the owl got its big eyes.’” College of Arts and Science Kamskénow offers six levels at the University of Saskatch- Lana Elias of programming, with about ewan. “It allows us to do some 100 different presentations forward planning which is such comprising about 300 different a blessing.” activities. The program, which started Lana Elias, director of science outreach with the College of Arts and Science.  DAVID STOBBE “We’ve developed quite a lot with only one classroom in 2009, of material,” she said. “Someone just finished its seventh year. It is Last year, Kamskénow put “Howler came to give high to the stats, it is succeeding. that’s in the Grade 4 program also supported through a number science outreach instructors fives to the kids as they came off When surveyed at the program’s can do the Grade 5 program of organizations including its into 42 classrooms at 14 schools the bus,” Elias said, describing end, students nearly unani- in the next year and not repeat title sponsor, PotashCorp. in the Saskatoon area, for 90 the welcome to campus by the mously gave it a good or very anything.” The name of the program, minutes once a week for 13 U of S Huskies mascot. good rating, and most reported Kamskénow’s popularity is Kamskénow (gum-SKAY-noh), weeks. The program culminates Elias explained that they liked science more. such that it would have to more which means “to find, to learn, with the students visiting the Kamskénow also creates oppor- “I think the most impres- than double in size to meet together” in the Cree language, U of S campus for further activ- tunity for U of S students to sive thing is that after partic- demand. Elias said about 60 was bestowed by local Elder ities in actual university class- share knowledge and serve as ipating in the program 69 per teachers were on the waiting list Katie Poundmaker. rooms and labs. role models of people pursuing cent of students said they are to have their classrooms partici- careers in natural sciences, likely to choose a career that pate this year. Its quality has also education, engineering and involves math or science,” Elias been recognized internationally, health sciences. Last year, the said. “Another 24 per cent are with two Global Best Awards outreach team employed two undecided, which says to me that in the Science, Technology, undergraduate and 11 graduate most of the students would now Engineering and Math (STEM) students, including one Aborig- consider such a career.” category through the Inter- inal student. Elias explained Kamskénow national Education Business Kamskénow’s goal is to get is offered in partnership with Partnership Network, affiliated more Aboriginal children inter- Saskatoon Public Schools and with the Conference Board of ested in science, and according Greater Saskatoon Catholic Canada. 

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Janna Moats is pursuing graduate studies in ruminant nutrition in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources that examines how the nutritional value of milk is affected  DAVID STOBBE when dairy cows are fed a supplemented flaxseed diet.

Growing up on a mixed farm benefit, she knew she wanted to passions and interests, she emeritus and professor, respec- Florida. Her presentation earned outside of Regina, Sask. inspired learn more. returned to the U of S in 2013 tively, in the Department of her first place in the three- a passion for agriculture in After completing her under- to pursue graduate studies in Animal and Poultry Science, minute thesis competition and Janna Moats at an early age. graduate degree (BSA) in animal ruminant nutrition. Moats examines how the nutri- second place in the graduate The first in her immediate science in 2012, Moats accepted Moats’ research is a collab- tional value of milk is affected student research poster compe- family to obtain an agricul- a research position with the feed oration between the College of when dairy cows are fed a tition. The opportunity granted ture degree at the University of manufacturing company O&T Agriculture and Bioresources supplemented flaxseed diet. her invaluable exposure and Saskatchewan, Moats’ interest Farms in Regina. and O&T Farms, with addi- Canada is the world’s largest helped showcase Saskatchewan’s in animal nutrition was sparked In this role, Moats provided tional funding from SaskMilk producer of flaxseed, producing agricultural presence on an by her experience working on a technical support to customers and the National Research nearly 40 per cent of the global international scale. variety of dairy farms. Seeing and helped co-ordinate research Council. Under the supervi- yield. Flaxseed contains high “Having our research the direct connection between initiatives. Inspired to use sion of David Christensen and levels of omega-3 fatty acids, receive that kind of international what animals eat and the human her skills to build on her own Timothy Mutsvangwa, professor which are known to benefit both recognition was such an exciting animal and human health. and humbling experience,” she Using Holsteins from the said. U of S herd, Moats compares Moats is the recipient of In the hothouse environment of an architecture school, design education, research and creative work benefits of feeding cows a many awards and scholar- intersect with each other to create truly original results. The Saskatchewan School of Architecture Initiative control diet and those fed diets ships. Notably, she received the is hosting a presentation and discussion, to explore the diversity of work undertaken at Canadian schools of supplemented with unprocessed Saskatchewan Innovation and architecture. Three featured speakers will present highlights from their schools: Rick Haldenby, Waterloo or extruded flaxseed products. Opportunities Scholarship, University; Diogo Burnay, Dalhousie University; and Jake Chakasim, Laurentian University. Please join us Having seen an increase in awarded to graduate students to learn what a School of Architecture might offer the University of Saskatchewan. omega-3 fatty acid content in whose research topics are milk when cows were fed the thought to enhance the prov- extruded diet, Moats is encour- ince’s agriculture industry. aged by the initial results and Building on the relevance WHAT GOES ON IN AN is hopeful the final outcome of the farm-to-fork mentality, will lead to development of Moats hopes to apply her ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL? value-added dairy products in knowledge to developing inno- Saskatchewan. vative animal feed programs to “I truly believe our province improve animal performance as has the potential to become well as the nutritional value of Friday May 27, 2016 a leader in the omega-3 dairy food products for consumers. 3:30 to 5 pm product production,” said “The impact animal Room 133, Arts Building Moats. “Implementing extruded nutrition can have on the quality flaxseed into the diets of dairy of the food we produce has 9 Campus Drive cattle could benefit all levels of always been an area of interest University of Saskatchewan the supply chain by creating for me,” she said. “Combine Saskatoon new markets and increasing the this with the importance of availability of essential nutrients consumer nutrition, and it’s easy for consumers.” to see that this research oppor-

School of Last July, Moats presented tunity was a natural fit.”  Architecture Initiative her research at the American Glenn Cheater is the owner of University of Saskatchewan Dairy Science Association’s joint High Bluff Media in Winnipeg annual meeting in Orlando, and Edmonton. ON CAMPUS NEWS  May 13, 2016 7 Coming events

• Cree level 1 (materials and GST opportunities for new innovations and valuable resource to educators, Community Eco-Tours  Seminars/Lectures included) pathways forward. Join decision-makers administrators, policy makers, students, Polar Bear Ecology Tours to Churchill, Textbooks and workbooks are extra and experts to discuss the options. sustainability staff, organizations, MB, Nov 7-9 or 10-17, 2016. After much 4th Annual PSFaM Symposium unless otherwise indicated. For more Registration includes access to the day’s communities, and researchers. For more demand we are running a three-day The PRISM Research Centre is hosting the information, visit learnlanguages.usask. events, including morning and afternoon information and to register, please visit the fly-in tour and the eight-day train tour to fourth annual PSFaM (Protein Structure ca or call 306-966-4355 or 5539. keynote presentations, the Pathways to SERI website at seri.usask.ca. 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Is it or research teams to work on or develop Conference finishes with a group art exhibition for still Shakespeare when we translate it? Is their own projects; and sessions in The Sustainability Education Research family and friends. Website: https://ccde. it still Shakespeare when we cut whole which researchers present their work in Institute (SERI), Sustainability and usask.ca/kids-art/aspiring-young-art- sections out? What do we do with the progress, receive feedback and discuss Education Policy Network (SEPN) and ists-program. clown jokes that no-one gets anymore? issues and strategies in realist design and partners invite you to take part in a In short, what makes Shakespeare methodologies. University of Saskatch- Register now! Volunteer at unique opportunity to engage with Shakespeare? Join the three directors of ewan registrants: $500. Students: $250. Graduation Powwow 2016 internationally recognized researchers, Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan’s 2016 External registrants: $1,000. Team rates A great opportunity to get involved! educators, and policy makers working in SUBMIT season—Will Brooks, Artistic Director, available at the rate of 10 per cent off for Volunteer at the Graduation Powwow on the area of education and environment. directing Midsummer Night’s Dream, teams of three to five, and 25 per cent Wednesday, May 25 in the U of S bowl. Coming events Anita Smith, directing Julius Caesar, and off for teams of six or more. Email yxe. Location: College of Education, University Many volunteers are need to make this Joshua Beaudry, directing the Roving [email protected] for registra- of Saskatchewan. June 10-11, 8 am-5 pm. celebration a success. 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Stephanie Yong is all about ideas. More importantly, the director of the Edwards School of Business’ Wilson Centre (formerly the W. Brett Wilson Centre for Entrepreneurial Excellence) loves to take those ideas and build things from scratch. “A lot of people are great at taking something mid-way through and running with it—not me,” said Yong, who has been in the role since 2011. “I love to start at the beginning of something and get to see how it progresses—even when it’s not great, it’s still fun and exciting to be a part of.” The centre was launched in 2007, when alum (and notable dragon) Brett Wilson expressed an interest in giving back to the university. Initially a business hub that offered coaching and support in financial literacy, its focus has since shifted to ideation—that is, the brainstorming and problem-solving process that sets the foundation for a new business. Yong and her colleagues use a technique called design thinking, which is focused on human beings and how they function. “We observe human behaviour patterns, human functionality, human decision-making and the human psyche to pinpoint problems that already exist, and then come up with a solution for it,” she said. Last summer, the centre moved from its campus location to new digs—a sprawling, 4,200 square-foot space at Innovation Place—where students, local entrepreneurs and members of the business community can test the waters in the Idea Lab, “a space for people to be able to think very creatively and freely,” explained Yong. They can even build low-fidelity prototypes (think Popsicle sticks, yarn and sequins) of their idea. The Wilson Centre boasts some notable alumni, including 3Twenty Modular, a company that converts old shipping containers into modular housing and office structures; Thrive Juice Co., Saskatoon’s own cold-pressed juice makers; and Magnoplug, a new take on the three-pronged block heater plug that snaps into place with magnets. An Edwards MBA graduate and former business owner herself, Yong is passion- ate about fostering the creative side of people. “I jumped at the opportunity to be able to share some of the knowledge that I had learned from being an entrepreneur myself and applying it to a centre that teaches start-ups.”