David Beharry, Media Relations Advisor
Office of Communications and Marketing
beharryd@macewan.ca • 780-497-5586 • 780-231-5954 (cell)
News Releases
2019
October
09/10 Bachelor of Early Childhood Curriculum Studies introduced
07/10 Tom Redl, Chandos Construction, is the 2019 Allard Chair in Business
September
26/09 Creating a culture of consent - Sexual Violence Awareness Week
25/09 Sikh and former white supremacist find forgiveness
16/09 Writer-in-Residence is all about making ‘connections’
09/09 Art exhibition explores the afterlife of waste
04/09 Common Ground Podcast: Exploring narratives of hate and counter-hate
03/09 Faculty member awarded prestigious European Union grant
August
21/08 Move-in Day at the Student Residence
July
30/07 Biology professor wants your wildlife photos
04/07 John McGrath named Acting President
June
21/06 MacEwan appoints Associate Vice-president, Research
20/06 MacEwan receives first Canada Research Chair
18/06 Criminal law specialist receives Distinguished Alumni award
18/06 Community builders named as Distinguished Alumni
17/06 Indigenous physician named as Distinguished Alumni
11/06 Researchers examine microplastics in Edmonton waterways
May
30/05 Research looks to identify innovative ways to help people with dementia
24/05 2019/21 Board of Governors Research Chairs announced
23/05 2019 Distinguished Research Award recipient announced
21/05 Celebrating our Pride with Rainbow and transgender crosswalks
16/05 Alberta College Campus leased to Edmonton Public Schools for 2020
14/05 We unwrap the bees!
April
29/04 Symposium considers new approaches to rehabilitation and correctional reform
29/04 Student researchers investigate criminal justice reform
26/04 Karen Keiller appointed Dean of the Library
25/04 2019 Distinguished Teaching Award recipients announced
23/04 Research sheds light on using vision to correct movement
18/04 2019 Design Portfolio Show
15/04 2019/20 Theatre Season announced
03/04 2019 Fine Art grad show
01/04 Students work out with – and learn from – EPS officers
March
26/03 Datafest comes to MacEwan
19/03 Percussion ensemble: the beat goes on
18/03 Showcase Bands Concert a sensation for the senses
15/03 Students control drone - with their minds
14/03 An evening with Sweetland author Michael Crummey
12/03 Accounting students bring back free tax clinic
11/03 Celebrating our first Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Week
05/03 Proudly waving the flag: Celebrating Pride Week
05/03 Guys and Dolls takes the Triffo stage
01/03 President Saucier resigns
February
28/02 Pitch perfect A Cappella Ensemble concert
26/02 The risky business of intimate partner violence
14/02 Family Literacy Carnival 2019
11/02 Examining the impact of human trafficking
7/02 Sweetland is MacEwan University’s Book of the Year
4/02 Journalism students join national investigative network
January
28/01 Celebrating Black History Month
26/01 Griffins hockey player passes away
25/01 Looking beyond singular food truths
24/01 MacEwan appoints provost and vice-president, Academic
16/01 Photo exhibit displays cannibalistic mating behaviour
16/01 Silver Linings Playbook featured in REEL Learning series
07/01 Life is but a dream - A Midsummer Night's Dream
05/01 Panel delves into the history of racism in Canada
2018
November
29/11 Dean of Continuing Education reappointed for second term
28/11 Film explores racism and discrimination in our own territory
17/11 Grad crosses the stage - 15 years after starting her studies
16/11 Former Special Forces member named Distinguished Alumni
7/11 Session explores traditional Cree parenting
October
31/10 9 to 5: the Musical features score by music icon Dolly Parton
29/10 Indigenous art project focuses on land and water protection
15/10 MacEwan prof named as president of Model United Nations
September
27/09 Columbia Avenue pop-up street party encourages connectivity
27/09 Edmonton universities open innovative teaching clinic
25/09 Orange Shirt Day is meant to help heal residential school survivors
24/09 Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2018
21/09 Understanding Hate: Pathways in and out of Canada's far-right movement
20/09 2018/19 Theatre Season features three exceptional productions
20/09 Profs use film to encourage high school students to discuss tough topics
August
31/08 Academic and human rights advocate Dr. Kristopher Wells appointed as associate professor
23/08 Researchers shed new light on fate of Franklin Expedition
23/08 Fall exhibition is all about being CHILDISH
23/08 It’s back to class — Move-in-day at Residence
01/08 MacEwan launches ZipBy ticketless parking app
June
22/06 MacEwan University announces first Social Entrepreneur in Residence
22/06 Myrna Khan appointed as first VP, University Relations
14/06 Distinguished Alumni recipient encourages Indigenous engagement
12/06 Film festival programmer receives Distinguished Alumni Award
11/06 Indigenous business leader awarded Medal of Excellence
05/06 Innovative partnership with local dance company announced
May
24/05 Board of Governors creates research chair program
22/05 Piano virtuoso Angela Cheng performs at Muttart Hall
15/05 Changing the world with good ideas - university opens Roundhouse
01/05 Artists in Residence to engage local community
April
23/04 Event delves into art, culture and the creative ecology
16/04 Student researcher discovers secrets in the Amazon
10/04 Bent River Records: Artist Spotlight 2018
05/04 Fine Art Grad Show 2018
04/04 University recovers funds lost in phishing scam
03/04 Experience the energy of the Showcase Band
March
30/03 Robbins Health Learning Centre celebrates 10 years of community connections
27/03 New financial aid office streamlines the process for students
22/03 Trespassing Across America
19/03 Earth Hour Race tests students' stamina
13/03 Author Celebration will recognize scholarly accomplishments
05/03 Waving the flag: MacEwan celebrates Pride Week
01/03 Irfan Chaudhry to lead Office of Human Rights
February
15/02 Art, culture and community engagement: a panel discussion
12/02 Not your average Valentine's Day: Two tales of science and sex
08/02 Teresa Spinelli named as 2018 Allard Chair in Business
05/02 Researcher aims to reclaim the lost tradition of caribou coats
January
23/01 Visiting artist Russell Broom an award-winning producer and guitarist
19/01 'REEL Learning' series presents The Phantom of the Opera
15/01 Craig Monk reappointed as dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science
05/01 For Position Only - Design Studies Alumni Show
04/01 TEDxMacEwanU: Laying New Tracks celebrates MacEwan’s innovations
2017
December
06/12 Muttart Foundation donation to fund Conservatory programming
November
28/11 Nursing students partner with St. Albert Food Bank
27/11 Students lend a hand to warm hands
17/11 A celebration of success: Students gather for Convocation
16/11 Deborah Saucier to be officially installed as MacEwan University’s president
14/11 Sister Act hits the stage in the all new Triffo Theatre
09/11 Artist Jason Carter receives Distinguished Alumni Award
08/11 Professor gives advice on spotting fake news
October
23/10 Inspiring Aboriginal Youth: ‘Dreamcatcher’ turns 25
20/10 Saxophonist Jack Wilkins to open Betty Andrews Recital Hall
17/10 Inaugural alumni exhibition celebrates Edmonton’s new art gallery
16/10 Treaty 6 and Métis Nation flags raised at MacEwan University
10/10 Finding ways to bring aging immigrants into mainstream social and political life
02/10 Brenda Draney's Trapline installation unveiled
September
28/09 University names garden in honour of Heather MacEwan Foran
25/09 Allard Hall’s grand opening showcases student talent
18/09 Orange Shirt Day: Healing the spirit
14/09 Conference to create a dialogue around Muslim LGBTQ issues
11/09 A city-wide welcome for students new to Edmonton
09/09 Celebrating Canadian literature: MacEwan's Book of the Year turns 20
August
31/08 University discovers online fraud scam
23/08 Director of Indigenous Initiatives announced
22/08 Main stage theatre named in recognition of Triffo family
14/08 Writer in residence encourages writers to take it slow
10/08 MacEwan University Comes Together – And Moves the Arts Downtown
08/08 Solar eclipse a celestial rarity
03/08 Paddling research aims to find out who’s “pulling” their weight
July
13/07 Food for thought: President Saucier hosts welcome barbecue
12/07 Music festivals strike an ecological chord
10/07 The original craft beer - researcher unearths ancient Incan brewery
05/07 Anthropological dig aims to shed light on Edmonton’s early industrial period
June
28/06 University’s newest building named in recognition of Allard family donation
23/06 Gymnasium renamed in honour of President Atkinson
21/06 Broadcasting legend awarded Medal of Excellence
21/06 Renowned Canadian trumpet soloist awarded Medal of Excellence
20/06 Music students set to hit the ‘stage’
20/06 The end of an era for CFAC brings a new beginning
19/06 Bachelor of Commerce graduate sees the world through a different lens
19/06 Four academic leaders earn Distinguished Teacher Awards
19/06 White collar crime investigator receives Distinguished Alumni Award
19/06 Great grandmother graduates
17/06 Distinguished Alumni recipient a leader in the business of caring
17/06 A champion of change - Graduate aims to make a difference
16/06 Research accomplishments earn student President’s Medal
16/06 Exceptional student-athlete receives President’s Medal
16/06 Design Studies student awarded President’s Medal
15/06 Outgoing president celebrates final convocation ceremonies
May
18/05 South African clinic pilots HIV health toolkit created by MacEwan faculty
04/05 Goodbye Kansas, Hello Emerald City - Celebrating the Mad Hatter's Gala
03/05 Journalism student wins national feature writing award
02/05 Student researcher explores media reports on Fort McMurray evacuees
April
26/04 MacEwan becomes Canada’s 25th Fair Trade Campus
24/04 It’s closing time… the end of an era. We say farewell to our west end campus
20/04 Design students invite employers to meet their match
13/04 Fine Art students display creations
06/04 Transportation Services helps kids ‘Make Magic’
March
30/03 Arctic Canada’s essential role in combatting climate change
29/03 Ione K. Challborn named Board Chair
28/03 Visiting speaker discusses tax incentives for research and development
27/03 Cycling in the City: a presentation by Tom Babin
27/03 Reel Learning series: Art & Copy reveals the wisdom behind advertising
27/03 Students’ Association of MacEwan University to break ground on cutting-edge building
23/03 Announcing Bent River records, Canada’s only university-run record label
23/03 Earth Hour 2017: Racing to make the world a better place
21/03 President's Recital presents exceptional instructors and exceptional music
15/03 Author of Station Eleven, MacEwan's Book of the Year, to appear on campus
13/03 Faith amidst Islamophobia and puritanism: a panel discussion
08/03 Post-secondary students unite to Save Stan
07/03 The power and perils of social media
02/03 Ray Muzyka named as 2017 Chair in Business
01/03 University announces new president
February
28/02 University rolls out preferred name and gender identity options
28/02 Students look for creative ways to find summer employment
23/02 MacEwan joins CBIE Learning Beyond Borders Initiativei
21/02 University names first advisor for Indigenous initiativesi
14/02 Frozen: a problem with princesses turns into endless possibilities
13/02 Library named in honour of university’s first president
06/02 Prairie Noodle Shop comes home to MacEwan
02/02 The Opioid Crisis: Challenges, Risks and Opportunities
January
30/01 Racism, Islamophobia and the refugee crisis: a panel discussion
26/01 Global Awareness Week celebrates diversity
23/01 Pilot project aims to boost mental and physical health
23/01 REEL Learning series presents the classic, All That Jazz
17/01 Academics assess economic impacts of the Fort McMurray wildfire
2016
December
21/12 Distinguished musician named as new dean
November
28/11 REEL Learning features the first movie to use original music: King Kong
16/11 ‘Make Magic’ to benefit Boyle Street Community Services
14/11 It takes two to taco at MacEwan
07/11 Unravelling translations of the first Inuit novel
October
07/10 University’s Jack’s Burger Shack chef to appear on Chopped Canada
04/10 Edmonton Oil Kings to attend English classes at MacEwan
September
27/09 MacEwan University appoints first student ombudsperson
23/09 REEL Learning with MacEwan University and Metro Cinema
21/09 Griffins hockey teams ecstatic about new home arena
19/09 Bill Comrie immortalized at MacEwan University
August
25/08 They’re back: students move into MacEwan University residence
24/08 Fred McGinn named dean of the Faculty of Health and Community Studies
18/08 Acclaimed author named Writer-in-Residence
16/08 The Residential School legacy: parents who fear teachers
June
20/06 First graduating class for Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing
20/06 Filmmaker honoured as Distinguished Alumnus
20/06 Noted academic awarded Medal of Exellence
17/06 Long-time artistic director recognized at convocation
17/06 Community leader to receive Medal of Excellence
17/06 Distinguished editor honoured at convocation
06/06 Dean of Faculty of Nursing appointed
May
26/05 Global Education Fund supports worldwide initiatives
23/05 Bee prepared, there's a new 'buzz' in downtown Edmonton
18/05 Campus grounds rejuvenation
05/05 MacEwan University granted full membership in Canada West
04/05 Child Care Conference to show why play is important
April
26/04 Panel to discuss gender identity
19/04 Hard hats of every configuration for university’s Mad Hatter’s Gala
11/04 MacEwan University creates new Faculty of Nursing
06/04 Young entrepreneurs raise funds for local charities
March
21/03 Changing the conversation around female entrepreneurs
08/03 Being Muslim in Canada: Culture, Politics and Self
07/03 Pogo CarShare and MacEwan announce partnership
February
25/02 Indigenous Rights: A response to sustainability
22/02 East crane on new Centre for Arts and Culture to be taken down
08/02 Local, sustainable food: a panel discussion
January
27/01 Faculty member releases two documentary films
18/01 Bouchier Group CEO named as 2016 Allard Chair in Business
11/01 Lewis Cardinal provides Indigenous world views on sustainability
2015
December
University recognized as unique event venue
November
19/11 Rupertsland Institute recognized for ongoing support of MacEwan students
16/11 Grad takes computer science degree back to the family farm
16/11 Fall Convocation ceremonies celebrate graduates
14/11 Veteran journalist named Distinguished Alumni
13/11 Psychology grad hopes research will help first responders
12/11 Kim Thuy’s Mãn named as university's 2015/16 Book of the Year
09/11 Students vote in support new SAMU building
05/11 Pedway to new Centre for Arts and Culture part of current construction cycle
October
22/10 Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the United Nations
14/10 Find the fake: students learn how to spot counterfeit currency
13/10 Sexual Violence policy approved
08/10 University introduces sustainability coordinator
06/10 University launches Bachelor of Social Work
September
16/09 University names new chief of staff
10/09 Peter Norman named 2015 Writer-in-Residence
09/09 No Place Here: Campaign to end sexual violence launches
August
26/08 Alumna awarded art installation project
June
16/06 New Dean of Library appointed
15/06 Two students to receive President's Medals at Spring Convocation
15/06 Celebrating several firsts at Spring Convocation
15/06 Sandra Woitas receives Distinguished Alumni award
15/06 Sorin Mihailovici honoured as Distinguished Alumni
15/06 Psychology grad's research focuses on intimate partner violence
15/06 Music grad set to intern with Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer
15/06 Gilliland to receive inaugural Distinguished Researcher award at convocation
15/06 Journey across convocation stage 20 years in the making
May
20/05 Forensic Days shares CSI tips with high school students
14/05 Summer youth camps with a creative twist
12/05 Fish gut study may provide clues to declining fish populations
07/05 University co-hosts conference on innovate criminal justice policy and practice
April
27/04 Re-Imagining Canada’s future through the arts - a lecture by Simon Brault
24/04 ‘Eclectic’ is revealed: Design Studies students showcase their portfolios
23/04 University introduces all-gender washrooms
15/04 Home improvement with a social conscience
14/04 Fine Art students showcase their artwork at grad show
01/04 University addresses budget concerns
March
23/03 Massage Therapy students reach out to first responders with a free clinic
21/03 Website created by students and faculty may impact the Earth Hour movement
12/03 Griffins Landing retail outlet takes off
10/03 Guest speaker addresses the relationship between cultural policy and emerging practices in the arts
07/03 New director of MacEwan International announced
05/03 University to host 20th annual Model U.N. Conference
02/03 University announces 2014/15 Book of the Year
February
25/02 University tests new mass alert system
19/02 Dragon's Den Emeritus W. Brett Wilson featured at Student Business Conference
13/02 Students recognized by German government
12/03 Music faculty member nabs Juno nomination
10/02 Mad Hatter's Gala celebrates 30th anniversary
02/02 Celebrating Global Awareness Week 2015
January
29/01 Recipient of inaugural Distinguished Research award announced
22/01 Director of Aboriginal Education Services announced
19/01 Stantec vice-president named as 2015 Allard Chair in Business
15/01 Sustainable Campus International Competition set to launch
14/01 Comrie donates $1.5 million to university hockey program
08/01 MacEwan University’s Re-Love market returns by popular demand
2014
November
26/11 E-cigarette use restricted on university campuses
24/11 University hosts 100 Years of Loss exhibit
22/11 Mini-markets open for the holidays
16/11 Fall Convocation celebrates graduates
12/11 Mission Possible: Six weeks, five dollars, no experience
06/11 Clark Builders selected to build new Centre for Arts and Culture
03/11 University receives STARS Silver certification
October
30/10 University breaks ground on Centre for Arts and Culture
27/10 University launches online version of Integrated Strategic Plan
22/10 MacEwan University celebrates United Nations Day
08/10 Dreamcatcher speaker shares the story of turning his life around
September
29/09 Demolition of building first step toward a home for Students' Association
24/09 Computer Science students create video game for kids of all ages
12/09 The Sisters Brothers named as 2014/15 Book of the Year
04/09 University appoints associate vice-president Human Resources
04/09 MacEwan University one of three finalists in international competition
03/09 Re-Love Market: Quality items at student-friendly prices
August
26/08 Research uses social media to study multinationals' reaction to protestors
26/08 Dance opens up music to children with cochlear implants
20/08 Move-in day at student residence
June
25/06 New book documents the origins of the Great War
24/06 Social media helps researchers study Euromaidan
21/06 Urban Kulture workshop connects youth with hip hop pros
12/06 WINGS of Providence director named Distinguished Alumni
12/06 Juno Award winners honoured as Distinguished Alumni
12/06 Arts scene champion honoured as a Distinguished Alumni
12/06 Passionate social justice leader honoured as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Dedicated humanitarian honoured as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Boys and girls advocate honoured as a Distinguished Citizen
03/06 Faculty members uncover possible identity of ‘Little Albert’
May
30/05 Remediation for Centre for Arts and Culture site
12/05 Plans for Centre for Arts and Culture revealed
April
30/04 Building a better health care experience for kids
21/04 MacEwan University to host International Energy Forum
15/04 Mad Hatter's Gala hits the Monte Carlo Casino
09/04 Student success at Model UN
March
26/03 "And all Israel and Judah loved David" - a lecture by Dr. Jacob L. Wright
18/03 Student businesses donate more than $30,000 to local charities
05/03 Book of the Year author Wagamese visits campus
04/03 Fine art student gala raises funds to support installation of permanent sculpture
February
26/02 HELP! Save Stan: Interdisciplinary Health Education Event
10/02 ATB’s Dave Mowat named 2014’s Allard Chair in Business
10/02 Squash courts to be repurposed to meet student demand
03/02 Inspiration to action: Global Awareness Week 2014
January
24/01 Student research showcase: Another Think Coming
21/01 Athletic excellence to be celebrated at banner night
20/01 University announces new Dean of Continuing Education
20/01 University hosts family literacy carnival
15/01 Theatre programs to stage Young Frankenstein
15/01 Library app upgrade improves access to content
15/01 University appoints two board members
13/01 Dressed for success: Kingsway Mall Style Council provides fashion tips for students
2013
December
09/12 Study shows rising carbon dioxide levels lead to anxiety in fish
November
22/11 University signs exchange agreement with Ukrainian counterpart
09/11 Ben Weinlick named as Distinguished Alumnus
09/11 Former mayor Stephen Mandel recognized as Distinguished Citizen
09/11 Lesley Koopman crowned cross country running national champion
05/11 Cam Leverman named CCAA national soccer coach of the year
04/11 Guest speaker Dr. Michael Kaufman, co-founder of White Ribbon campaign
01/11 Faculty to perform at second concert of the 2013 season
01/11 Guest speaker discusses Gandhi's manifesto for the Internet
October
30/10 Griffins prepare for gold rush at nationals
18/10 Coat donations for Edmonton's homeless
17/10 Interprofessional collaboration focus of upcoming lecture by visiting scholar
15/10 University launches Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing degree
15/10 Twilight actor to give keynote at Dreamcatcher conference
15/10 University hosts 21st annual Dreamcatcher youth conference
01/10 Executive Director, Fund Development appointed
September
18/09 Celebrating 20 years in the Heart of Downtown
17/09 MacEwan University rolls out a new brand
10/09 Meet MacEwan University’s 21st Writer in Residence, Richard Van Camp
August
30/08 Wagamese’s Indian Horse named 2013/14 MacEwan University Book of the Year
22/08 International Sustainable Campus Competition finalists announced
June
18/06 ‘Style Guy’ Jared Tabler honoured as Distinguished Alumni
18/06 Active volunteer Don Caron honoured as Distinguished Alumni
18/06 Vitamart founder Mark Holowaychuk honoured as Distinguished Alumni
18/06 Mental health worker Betty Cornelius honoured as Distinguished Alumna
18/06 Samantha Sperber receives President's Medal
18/06 Eric Young recognized as Distinguished Citizen
18/06 Dave Majeski recognized as Distinguished Citizen
10/06 University hosts Principles of Responsible Management in Education (PRME) Canada regional meeting
May
10/05 Connections Concert Series aims to build support for art form
07/05 Faculty member’s poetry collection shortlisted for literary award
04/05 Alumna wins Leacock Medal
April
30/04 Edmonton Public Library lending machine the newest addition to City Centre Campus Library
26/04 2013/14 Book of the Year Shortlist announced
26/04 BSc transfer agreement with Olds College announced
23/04 New dean for Faculty of Arts and Science
18/04 MacEwan University student forges new path in student government
09/04 University shares business expertise: MC College students expand entrepreneurial skills
04/04 MacEwan University to partner in new Downtown Community Rink
04/04 Model UN group returns from New York with awards
03/04 Psychiatric Nursing students challenge the stigma of mental health issues
March
21/03 MacEwan University faculty concert series features Aaron Bailey
19/03 Pool set to reopen
15/03 Theatre programs present Musical of Musicals: The Musical!
14/03 Preconception Health: A healthier today for an enhanced tomorrow
10/03 Ondaatje to visit campus as part of Book of the Year celebrations
08/03 Students go homeless to raise funds food and awareness
05/03 Bram Stephen named ACAC coach of the year
04/03 New initiative by Canadian Universities in Ukraine
February
27/02 University celebrates Aboriginal Cultural Day
26/02 Ethics and Professionalism in the Age of Social Networks: featuring Dr. Alec Couros
26/02 What does healthy eating look like? University food services has the answer
21/02 Massage therapy students to provide therapy for Tim Horton's Brier athletes
18/02 38th annual Educational Assistant Conference features new format and session focus
05/02 International competition aims to make campuses sustainable
04/02 Dale Wishewan, founder of Booster Juice, named as 2013 Dr. Charles Allard Chair in Business
January
29/01 2013 Student Research Showcase
25/01 Global Awareness Week 2013: Inspiration to action
25/01 Researching the weird and wonderful
24/01 Students win top award at international Model UN competition
24/01 Family Literacy Carnival at MacEwan University
16/01 Biology student's research experience invaluable
16/01 MacEwan University students step into their future
14/01 Lieutenant-General, the Honourable Roméo A. Dallaire to speak at MacEwan University
2012
November
22/11 Expert panel to discuss Islamic Finance
15/11 New Vice-President Academic and Provost appointed
12/11 Students move to eliminate gender-based violence
05/11 Douglas Stollery named as Distinguished Citizen
05/11 Nargis Jamal named as Distinguished Alumni
05/11 Terry Wickham named as Distinguished Citizen
October
26/10 University makes the grade in Globe & Mail survey
25/10 Panel discussion on China’s energy strategy for the oil sands
24/10 MacEwan University joins AUCC
19/10 Board of governors welcomes new members
17/10 Jazz in the Haar - featuring Dan Skakun Quintet
15/10 Library creates app, mobile site
09/10 Dreamcatcher conference celebrating 20 years
10/9 Spring Awakening opens theatre season
September
24/09 MacEwan University students speak for the Earth
11/09 The End of Expertise? Reviewing in the age of the consumer reviewer
10/09 Musical eco‐comedy puts Alberta’s oil/tar sands in the spotlight
04/09 2012/13 Theatre season features tears, courage, romance and humor
August
30/08 Jennifer Dunn named Griffins Athletic Therapist
20/08 New Dean of Libraries Appointed
20/08 World renowned criminologist to speak
09/08 Cam Leverman returns to Griffins men’s soccer program
09/08 Cavaliere returns to lead women’s soccer program
09/08 Briggs continues leadership of Griffins women’s volleyball program
09/08 McAlpine brings wealth of knowledge to women’s hockey program
09/08 Magdanz named Griffins basketball coach
09/08 Poole returns to coach women’s basketball
09/08 Poplawski brings international experience to Griffins volleyball
07/08 Kristine Smalcel Pederson named as new Associate Vice-President
07/08 Massage therapy student wins bronze in international competition
June
20/06 Golf coach takes on the world
12/06 Long-time music program chair announces retirement
12/06 Dr. Roberta Jamieson honoured as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Edmonton Airports CEO recognized as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Former Capital Health CEO Sheila Weatherill named a Distinguished Citizen
08/06 English student receives prestigious Bombardier master’s scholarship
06/06 Beth Allard-Clough honoured as Distinguished Alumni
07/06 Developer Greg Christenson named Distinguished Citizen
07/06 Northern Lakes College president recognized as a Distinguished Alumni
07/06 Not-for-profit Ceiba Association named as Distinguished Alumni
07/06 WISEST founder, Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour named Distinguished Citizen
06/06 Facilities department earns ISO certification
April
04/04 Aquatic and Fitness Centre renovations slated for May
March
30/03 Architectural firms selected for Cultural Arts and Communications Centre
06/03 Artists in residence - Talking North
06/03 Five days for the homeless
February
29/02 Brick founder, Bill Comrie, to speak at Student Business Conference
23/02 Global Awareness Week activities
22/02 Model UN comes to MacEwan University
21/02 Book of the Year celebrates 15 years of Canadian literary tradition
January
25/01 Merrily We Roll Along: Musical comedy finds deeper meaning
20/01 Tough guy Laraque joins Book of the Year sports culture panel
2011
November
22/11 Expert panel to discuss Islamic Finance
15/11 New Vice-President Academic and Provost appointed
12/11 Students move to eliminate gender-based violence
05/11 Douglas Stollery named as Distinguished Citizen
05/11 Nargis Jamal named as Distinguished Alumni
05/11 Terry Wickham named as Distinguished Citizen
October
26/10 University makes the grade in Globe & Mail survey
25/10 Panel discussion on China’s energy strategy for the oil sands
24/10 MacEwan University joins AUCC
19/10 Board of governors welcomes new members
17/10 Jazz in the Haar - featuring Dan Skakun Quintet
15/10 Library creates app, mobile site
09/10 Dreamcatcher conference celebrating 20 years
10/9 Spring Awakening opens theatre season
September
24/09 MacEwan University students speak for the Earth
11/09 The End of Expertise? Reviewing in the age of the consumer reviewer
10/09 Musical eco‐comedy puts Alberta’s oil/tar sands in the spotlight
04/09 2012/13 Theatre season features tears, courage, romance and humor
August
30/08 Jennifer Dunn named Griffins Athletic Therapist
20/08 New Dean of Libraries Appointed
20/08 World renowned criminologist to speak
09/08 Cam Leverman returns to Griffins men’s soccer program
09/08 Cavaliere returns to lead women’s soccer program
09/08 Briggs continues leadership of Griffins women’s volleyball program
09/08 McAlpine brings wealth of knowledge to women’s hockey program
09/08 Magdanz named Griffins basketball coach
09/08 Poole returns to coach women’s basketball
09/08 Poplawski brings international experience to Griffins volleyball
07/08 Kristine Smalcel Pederson named as new Associate Vice-President
07/08 Massage therapy student wins bronze in international competition
June
20/06 Golf coach takes on the world
12/06 Long-time music program chair announces retirement
12/06 Dr. Roberta Jamieson honoured as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Edmonton Airports CEO recognized as a Distinguished Citizen
12/06 Former Capital Health CEO Sheila Weatherill named a Distinguished Citizen
08/06 English student receives prestigious Bombardier master’s scholarship
06/06 Beth Allard-Clough honoured as Distinguished Alumni
07/06 Developer Greg Christenson named Distinguished Citizen
07/06 Northern Lakes College president recognized as a Distinguished Alumni
07/06 Not-for-profit Ceiba Association named as Distinguished Alumni
07/06 WISEST founder, Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour named Distinguished Citizen
06/06 Facilities department earns ISO certification
April
04/04 Aquatic and Fitness Centre renovations slated for May
March
30/03 Architectural firms selected for Cultural Arts and Communications Centre
06/03 Artists in residence - Talking North
06/03 Five days for the homeless
February
29/02 Brick founder, Bill Comrie, to speak at Student Business Conference
23/02 Global Awareness Week activities
22/02 Model UN comes to MacEwan University
21/02 Book of the Year celebrates 15 years of Canadian literary tradition
January
25/01 Merrily We Roll Along: Musical comedy finds deeper meaning
20/01 Tough guy Laraque joins Book of the Year sports culture panel
2010
December
10/12 Grande Prairie Regional College agreement opens opportunities
02/12 Researcher collaborates on study of endangered Hawaiian coral
October
12/10 Researchers receive university’s first NSERC grant
September
30/09 Communication Studies degree announced
July
26/07 New Chair, John Day, to lead MacEwan’s Board of Governors
June
14/06 Allan Scott named Distinguished Citizen
14/06 Andrea Engel honoured as a distinguished alumni
14/06 Cheryl Feldstein named Distinguished Alumni
14/06 Edmonton Community Foundation named Distinguished Citizen
14/06 Jean Crozier named Distinguished Alumni
06/14 Muriel Stanley Venne named Distinguished Citizen
02/06 Presidential search update
April
19/04 MacEwan President & CEO announces his retirement
February
23/02 MacEwan now offers a Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Popular Music
2009
November
05/11 Grant MacEwan University confers its first Honorary Degree
02/11 Emergency Communications students benefit from $1 million partnership with Intergraph Canada
October
19/10 MacEwan’s Acupuncture program celebrates a decade of paving the way
01/10 Dreaming of a playground
September
24/09 It's official - Grant MacEwan University
March
31/03 Crystal Graham to Chair Mad Hatter’s Gala
July
13/07 Griffins name new Athletic Manager
February
02/09 Berklee holds historic auditions at MacEwan
02/02 Art Meyer named 2009 Allard Chair in Business
January
28/01 The real global crisis: Faculty of Health and Community Studies presents David Morley
2008
December
08/12 MacEwan names Health Lecture Theatre after local philanthropists
November
03/11 MacEwan to offer Bachelor of Science degree
June
19/06 MacEwan unveils its Coat of Arms
May
09/05 BMO Financial Group announces Bachelor of Commerce Awards
January
08/01 Métis Nation of Alberta and Grant MacEwan College establish $2 million endowment
2007
August
30/08 MacEwan opens state of the art Robbins Health Learning Centre
March
12/03 Mad Hatter’s Gala Supports Students
January
16/01 Rosen stresses global vision as key to business success
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