University suffers losses due to market downfall

By Sarelle Azuelos

Even the University of Calgary cannot escape the global economic recession. The last financial projection saw a $16.8 million decrease in their working capital funds which totals $405 million and funds the operating budget for the entire university. “There is no direct connection between this year’s budget and the uncertainty in the markets,” explained vice-president… Continue reading University suffers losses due to market downfall

Humanities looking for a new dean

By Asma Aejaz

Like the nursing faculty, the Faculty of Humanities is now in the final stages of selecting a new dean. Two external and two internal candidates are vying for the position. Current dean Dr. Pierre-Yves Mocquais, was appointed in Sept- ember 1999. He is not completing his term for personal reasons.Students’ Union Humanities Faculty Representative Paige… Continue reading Humanities looking for a new dean

Meet the new VP Finance

By Natalie Sit

Starting July 1, Michael McAdam, the Vice-President Administration for the University of Manitoba, will become the new Vice-President Finance and Services at this university. McAdam previously served at the University of Calgary as an Associate VP Finance. U of M Students’ Union President Sean Alwis is sad to see such a strong student advocate leave… Continue reading Meet the new VP Finance

VP Academic sought

By Nicole Kobie

The U of C is inviting applications and nominations for the Associate Vice President (Academic) position for a five-year term. That could be you, assuming you have respect for policies and processes in use at this university, are committed to the implementation of the Academic Plan, and have good judgement. Should such a person exist–and… Continue reading VP Academic sought

Weingarten’s one-year report

By Eric Fung

How is the U of C doing these days? President Harvey Weingarten presented his own thoughts on the subject in his one-year report.The report discusses issues Weingarten encountered in his first year in office, focusing on the University of Calgary’s new academic plan, student enrolment and the budget. Its purpose, he said, is to communicate… Continue reading Weingarten’s one-year report

U of C’s new VP External Relations

By Natalie Sit

Perhaps the best phrase to describe Roman Cooney’s attitude towards his new job is enthusiastic and excited. As of Nov. 4, 2002, Cooney will become the University of Calgary’s first Vice-President External Relations, a new position that includes duties such as alumni relations, marketing, public relations and government relations. Cooney is currently the Vice-President Communications… Continue reading U of C’s new VP External Relations

The president: one year later

By Nicole Kobie

Not many people like being stopped in the halls and food courts, especially to have their work questioned or criticized. However, if you see University of Calgary President Harvey Weingarten in line for a burger, eating his lunch or walking through the plus-15, don’t hesitate to stop him—-he’d love to hear what you think.Thanks not… Continue reading The president: one year later

New chancellor installed

By Вen Li

Leaders from the community gathered to install William J. Warren, Q.C. as the University of Calgary’s tenth Chancellor on Thu., Sept. 25. The Calgary lawyer became the ceremonial head of the university at the special convocation ceremony.“One of the most fundamental roles played by the chancellor is representing the public interest to the university, and… Continue reading New chancellor installed

Here to provide a little direction

By Eric Fung

On Jan. 15, the University of Calgary will accomplish one of six recommendations from its 2001 Enrolment Management by Design report when Mr. Kevin Paul becomes Director of Enrolment Services.This new position was created by the U of C to oversee its recruitment and admissions, an area in which Paul has 20 years of experience.… Continue reading Here to provide a little direction