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April 2023

Amanda Boone  –  Computer Science, Student Life, News
Friday, April 21, 2023
A Global Game Jam held earlier this year revealed just how much pent-up demand there is in the province for opportunities to experiment with video-game development.
Françoise Baylis  –  Research, Medicine, News, Community & Culture
Thursday, April 20, 2023
In April, scientists implanted synthetic monkey embryos in female monkeys. While none of them developed into fetuses, this is a new development that raises important ethical questions, writes Françoise Baylis.
Matt Reeder  –  Alumni, Arts and Social Sciences, Science, News
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
A pair of Â鶹´«Ã½ alumni have been chosen to receive McCall MacBain Scholarships this year. They are among 20 Canadians to receive the widely coveted awards, Canada’s comprehensive, leadership-based scholarship for master’s and professional studies.
Andrew Riley  –  Chemistry, News, Science
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Dr. Mark Stradiotto's discoveries assist chemical reactions that help to make life-preserving pharmaceuticals possible. Now, he is a recipient of a Governor General’s Innovation Award, which celebrates trailblazers shaping Canada’s future and inspiring the next generation of innovators.
tktktkt  –  Agriculture
Monday, April 17, 2023
Initiatives like the federal government’s new grocery rebate are only a small step towards ending food insecurity in Canada. A broader guaranteed basic income is long overdue.
Jodi Reid  –  News, Arts and Social Sciences, Community & Culture
Friday, April 14, 2023
Bob Rae, Canada’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations, and retired Lieutenant-General Roméo Dallaire explored the role Canada and Canadians should play in upholding human rights and ensuring global security at this year’s Shaar Shalom Lecture at Â鶹´«Ã½.
Shazia Nawaz Awan  –  Community & Culture
Thursday, April 13, 2023
An Iftar held at the International Centre last week offered students observing Ramadan a chance to come and break their fast in a community setting.
Maria Spear  –  Music, Arts and Social Sciences
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Music has consistently underscored the African American civil rights movement, something the Â鶹´«Ã½ Jazz Ensemble puts on full display last week at This is What Freedom Sounds Like.
Ryan McNutt  –  Information Technology Services, News, Senior Administration
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Digital systems, programs and devices play a critical role in supporting different aspects of daily life at Â鶹´«Ã½. We take a look at the university's digital strategy as part of our Third Century Progress series.
Maria Spear  –  Arts and Social Sciences, Theatre
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
This year's Historical Dress Presentation transported attendees back more than a century to 1903 with materials and designs inspired by an era of flair and fancy dress.