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April 25, 2025

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MRU Aviation Day

Interested in pursuing a career in aviation or curious about how you can build on your current role? Come by the Springbank Campus on May 4 to explore the diverse opportunities and pathways within the aviation industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals, gain valuable insights and take the next step in their aviation journey. Learn more.

 

Announcements

Undergraduate Research Leadership Program

 

The Library and the Office of Research, Scholarship, and Community Engagement are hiring four senior students for the new Undergraduate Research Leadership Program. With support from the program coordinator, the students will work together and individually to support and mentor fellow student researchers and contribute to undergraduate research initiatives at MRU. Applications accepted until April 30. Learn more.

 

National Day of Mourning

 

On April 28, flags on campus will be at half-mast as we remember those who have died, were injured, or became ill from their job. The National Day of Mourning is also a time to renew our commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths. Learn more.

 

Increased enforcement for parking in effect May 1

 

Effective May 1, Parking & Transportation Services will be increasing existing parking enforcement measures including more towing for unpaid tickets and ticketing those who back into or pull through stalls. Learn more at mru.ca/Parking and on this FAQ page.

 

Take part in Employee Wellness events this May

Join Employee Wellness for an in-person talk on Stress: The Four Dances With The Tiger with Dr. Beverly Huang, ND, at 10 a.m. on May 1. Register for Yoga in the Park, taking place May 2, 16, 23 & 30 at 1:15  p.m at the TransCanada Amphitheatre. See you on May 8 at 10 a.m. for Connecting with Nature with faculty member Dr. Sarah Brown, PhD, in the TransCanada Amphitheatre. Learn more and register now.

 

MFA for Office 365 in effect May 2

 

As of May 2, if you’re using Office 365 off campus, you need to have multi-factor authentication enabled on the application to access it. Learn more.

 

 

Bargaining update

 

For updates on the meetings between the Board and the MRFA and the MRSA negotiating committees, visit mru.ca/Bargaining.

 

Library Awards for Research Excellence

Do you know a student who has completed an outstanding project, paper or creative work while attending MRU? Encourage them to apply to this year's Library Awards for Research Excellence for a chance to win cash for their hard work. More than $3,000 in awards are available. The deadline to apply is May 5. Learn more.

 

Prepare & prevent

 

National Emergency Preparedness Week, and Canada’s Safety and Health Week, May 6 to 11, provide opportunities to talk about the importance of being prepared in case of an emergency on campus (mru.ca/Emergency), and preventing injury and working safely at Mount Royal (mru.ca/EHS).

 

 

Register now for Celebrate! Teaching & Learning at MRU

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate the passion, dedication and creativity that define teaching and learning at MRU. Uncover new perspectives, connect with your colleagues and students, and discover innovative teaching approaches at this campus-wide event on May 9. View the program schedule and register at mru.ca/celebrate.

 

 

MRU lecturer and writer shortlisted as Top 25 Canadian Immigrant

 

Kelly Kaur, an accomplished writer and MRU lecturer for 32 years, has been nominated for the second time as a Top 25 Canadian Immigrant. Kelly was shortlisted from thousands of nominations from across Canada. The next stage is for people to vote for their chosen finalists to make it to the final Top 25. Vote now until June 7. The nominees will be showcased on all social media platforms after voting closes. Learn more

 

 

Exploring sustainability with Facilities Management 

 

Did you know? Facilities Management provides organic, mixed recycle, refundable (beverage containers) and landfill waste receptacles across the campus. In 2022, MRU diverted 48% of waste from the landfill. Learn more.

 

MRU in the Media — In case you missed it

An in-depth look into wildfire trends as the Alberta braces for a severe season

Global News – Gwen O’Sullivan, faculty; Environmental Forensics and Arson Lab

Calgary scientist conducting research with NASA to bolster astronauts' health on long missions

 

Calgary Herald/Calgary Sun – Nick Strzalkowski, faculty

 

New Calgary brand ‘Blue Sky City’ receives mixed reviews

Global News – Kris Hans, faculty

Karen Pheasant-Neganigane delivers a journey through storytelling narratives

Anishinabek News - Karen Pheasant-Neganigwane, faculty

Mount Royal University, faculty, students and alumni are often featured in the media. To subscribe to the daily MRU Media report, email mediarelations@mtroyal.ca.

Events

Featured event

Faculty Presentation: Connecting with Nature

Experience the rejuvenating power of nature with outdoor educator Dr. Sarah Brown, PhD, on May 8. Sarah will guide attendees through a warm-up activity and a connection spot exercise where you can experience some of the benefits of intentionally connecting to the natural world. Recharge your mind and spirit in this refreshing outdoor experience and leave with tools to rekindle your connection to the land and all the beings that you share it with. Register now.


Check out all the events happening in and around campus on our new events calendar.

 

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