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In this session we will engage in open dialogue with the intention of deepening skills to manage relationships specifically with faculty colleagues. We will identify behaviors in the academic context, interpersonal and systemic, that are damaging to collegial spaces as well as some ways forward

When
October 3, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Mark Villacorta, Senior Equity Advisor and Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

Le but de cette présentation est de sensibiliser les gens à l'impact de nos pratiques, de nos politiques, de nos attitudes et de nos propos sur des personnes en situation de handicap. Nous examinerons la différence entre l'accessibilité et les aménagements, nous ferons la distinction entre les modèles médicaux et sociaux du handicap et nous aborderons les questions d'équité.

When
October 3, 2023, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead

When
October 3, 2023, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

This workshop, presented by Robin Long and Laz Kalipolidis, is aimed at providing a basic overview of the Quebec education system, from the perspective of those who have studied in it.

When
October 3, 2023, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Grey Nuns Annex 2.221 (1211-1215 St-Mathieu St.)
Speaker(s)
Robin Long, Laz Kalipolidis

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 3, 2023, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where
Online


Ongoing events

Category: Workshops & seminars

In this session we will engage in open dialogue with the intention of deepening skills to manage relationships specifically with faculty colleagues. We will identify behaviors in the academic context, interpersonal and systemic, that are damaging to collegial spaces as well as some ways forward

When
September 26, 2023 – October 3, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Mark Villacorta, Senior Equity Advisor and Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

This is the registration form for the Anti-Racism Workshop Series, a two-part training program. The first session is theory based and designed to encourage reflection upon contemporary concepts and issues around race as well as racism history. We also pay particular attention to the manifestations and maintenance of racism in the workplace. The second part involves an applied approach, designed to promote, and implement anti-racism best practices through scenarios.

When
September 19, 2023 – November 2, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

This session offers an open and interactive space for student-facing professionals to explore what it means to foster a culture of inclusivity in a variety of educational settings and service delivery contexts. Join us as we explore ways to build equity into our daily work and practice.

When
September 29, 2023 – November 17, 2023, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Racha Cheikh-Ibrahim, Equity Advisor

This workshop offers an open and interactive space for student to explore what it means to foster a culture of inclusivity in a variety of educational settings and more broadly, within our communities.

When
September 15, 2023 – November 23, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Racha Cheikh-Ibrahim, Equity Advisor

As part of the University’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion, the Equity Office will be offering a series of workshops on accessibility this semester. These workshops will support staff and faculty in their shared responsibility to creating an accessible campus community.

When
September 18, 2023 – November 28, 2023, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead


Upcoming events

Category: Workshops & seminars

This webinar will explore strategies and questions around navigating challenging moments that can emerge in the classroom. Often referred to as H-O-T moments (heated, offensive or tense), these can range from controversial topics to disruptive behaviours. This session is designed to help instructors feel more prepared when these arise in classroom, and will cover: 1. How to notice tension, conflict, and charged discussions 2. Examples of H-O-T moments 3. Understanding the impact of these moments on students and learning Strategies to address these moments

When
October 4, 2023, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Naj Sumar, Instructional Designer, Inclusive Pedagogies, Centre for Teaching and Learning

This workshop is open to all. Graduate students: please register through GradProSkills. Everyone else can register on this page. Would you like to be able to keep a permanent copy of something that's online? Whether it's your thesis project website, source material for your research, or your favourite cat video, online content is at high risk of disappearing. This workshop will show you how to preserve web content using free and open-source tools. This is an introductory-level workshop and no prior knowledge or technical skills are needed. Learning Objectives: You will have the opportunity to learn how to - capture different types of web content using free and open-source tools - replay and share your web archive - identify potential ethical issues in making your web archive available

When
October 4, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Sarah Lake

Plagiarism at the undergraduate level is a serious academic offense! The university and your professors do not take it lightly even if you plagiarize inadvertently.

When
October 4, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online

Math Beyond the Numbers: An EDI Panel Discussion aims to showcase the significance of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in STEM fields, with a particular focus on mathematics and statistics. Join this free event featuring performances, important discussions, art, and door prizes!

When
October 4, 2023, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

The entrepreneurial skill of interviews – both formal and informal – is key to many aspects of both start-up and professional life. By learning how to ask questions and truly listen for answers, you will learn how to extract powerful insights that can propel your ideas forward and bring them to life.

When
October 4, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus FB - Faubourg Building District 3: FB-620 (1250 Guy)

When
October 4, 2023, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

This workshop offers an open and interactive space for student participants to explore what it means to foster a culture of inclusivity in a variety of educational settings and more broadly, within our communities.

When
October 5, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Racha Cheikh-Ibrahim, Equity Advisor

This short workshop will help you to balance and prioritize your time and get organized for the midterm mania! 

When
October 5, 2023, 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Where
Online

Concordia is committed to the inclusion and participation of students with disabilities.

When
October 5, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Adeline Feo

When
October 5, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online

For grad students only. This workshop aims to ensure that participants do not miss out on the little-known research tools and tricks which can be indispensable for effective graduate level research at Concordia in all subject areas. We will cover essentials such as: 1. Pinpointing the best spots on the library web site for graduate students 2. Discovering services, resources and perks reserved for grad students only 3. Knowing when and how to seek in-depth assistance from Concordia subject specialists 4. Using specialized and subject-specific resources 5. Optimizing access to Concordia resources from on and off campus 6. Efficiently accessing material within and beyond Concordia Participant questions and input will be invited throughout the session. Learning objectives By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to: 1. Fully grasp the breadth and depth of resources and services available for graduate research at Concordia 2. Understand when and how to access material outside of Concordia 3. Understand how to make use of Concordia Library privileges from on and off campus

When
October 5, 2023, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Megan Fitzgibbons & Andrea Harland

You will work on many different projects throughout your studies and career, and it is important to learn project management basics to get organized and work as a team.

When
October 5, 2023, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 5, 2023, 12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where

Learn how to create an impactful résumé and compelling cover letter in this comprehensive workshop and find out how to strategically showcase your skills, achievements, and experience to stand out.

When
October 5, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Online

So you want to model things in 3D, but you’re unfamiliar with how to do it or the software you’re using doesn’t give you the fine control you need? Come to our workshop. For this session, we are going to focus on building practical structures for lab environments. OpenSCAD is free, open-source software for detailed, programmatically defined, primitive based rendering software. If that sounds complicated, you will be pleasantly surprised at how easy and intuitive the software is once you get started. No programming experience required (although it doesn't hurt). Computer and software are provided, but to walk away even better prepared, feel free to bring your own laptop and have OpenSCAD installed on your computer before the session. This workshop is open to all.

When
October 5, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Sean Cooney

When
October 6, 2023, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 6, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
AD - Administration Building Meet on the front steps (7141 Sherbrooke St. W.)
Speaker(s)
Rebecca Tittler

When
October 6, 2023, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

This presentation will provide staff and faculty with an understanding of visible and invisible disabilities on campus. The common symptoms and characteristics associated with the most prevalent mental health conditions will also be reviewed, as well as how these conditions appear in classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, and on campus. Strategies for barrier reduction will be addressed.

When
October 10, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead

Discussing the role of generative AI in the university classroom

When
October 10, 2023, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Mike Barcomb, Dr., Educational Technologist, CTL, Concordia University

Faculty members can learn how to design a new real-world project-based student experience for an upcoming course.

When
October 10, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Samantha Larocque, Lead, Experiential Learning

When
October 10, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
St Jax

Have a hard time understanding and remembering your readings? This workshop will teach you how to select the most important information in a reading and look at ways to effectively review and apply what you’ve learned. We will be reviewing strategies for both hardcopy and digital textbooks.

When
October 10, 2023, 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Where
Online

We will cover features such as pivot tables, building and maintaining budgets, advanced formulas, and data management techniques.  You’ll be given a template to practice using pivot tables, a budget, and managing data while following along with the facilitator. Sophia is excited to answer all your questions!

When
October 10, 2023, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 10, 2023, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-145 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Kanahus Freedom Manuel and Sam Leguizamon Grant

When
October 10, 2023, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Le Frigo Vert

When
October 11, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online

In this hands-on workshop, you will have the opportunity to practice masterful communication through prepared speeches and presentations, improvisational speaking, and storytelling in a fun and supportive environment.

When
October 11, 2023, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Set yourself up for career success!

When
October 12, 2023, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
Online

This session will introduce some practical strategies for making grading more consistent and transparent. The session will also present what effective feedback looks like and discuss common questions like: How many As should I give? How much time should I spend grading each assignment? How much feedback should I give to each student?...and more.

When
October 12, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Alicia Cundell, Teaching Consultant, Centre for Teaching and Learning

This workshop offers university faculty an opportunity to explore and familiarize themselves with the latest features in Moodle 4.1. Participants will learn about the tools and features that Moodle 4.1 offers, aiming to enhance their teaching and streamline administrative tasks. Through this interactive session, faculty members will learn how to leverage the new features to create engaging courses, facilitate student collaboration, personalize learning experiences, and efficiently manage their courses. By the end of the workshop, participants will be prepared to begin utilizing the advanced capabilities of Moodle 4.1.

When
October 12, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Mike Barcomb, Dr., Educational Technologist, Centre for Teaching and Learning

This is the registration form for the Anti-Racism Workshop Series, a two-part training program. The first session is theory based and designed to encourage reflection upon contemporary concepts and issues around race as well as racism history. We also pay particular attention to the manifestations and maintenance of racism in the workplace. The second part involves an applied approach, designed to promote, and implement anti-racism best practices through scenarios.

When
October 12, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

Would you like to train your brain to pay attention more effectively? Then this is the workshop for you. Learn how to become aware of your attention.

When
October 12, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 12, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB 1014 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Government of Canada Recruitment

For graduate students only. OpenRefine is a powerful, free tool that simplifies working with messy data. During this workshop, attendees will learn how OpenRefine can be used to clean and normalize data sets, reorder columns, filter data, and transform data sets into different file types.

When
October 12, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-322 (1400 De Maisonneuve W.)
Speaker(s)
Michael Groenendyk

Stretch your creative problem-solving muscles in our newly launched design challenge, a low-stakes, high impact workshop. This 3 hour event centers on a challenge that impacts students’ daily lives and how to use design thinking to generate solutions and shape our future.  

When
October 12, 2023, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Getting enough restful sleep is one of the best ways to improve your learning and your grades.

When
October 13, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online

The theoretical foundations of statistical science distinguish the subject from the many fields of research in which statistical thinking is a key intellectual component. In this talk I will emphasize the ongoing importance and relevance of theoretical advances and theoretical thinking through some illustrative examples from the scientific literature. Friday, October 13, 2023 at 3pm in LB 646 Followed by a reception in LB 921-04 SGW Campus, Concordia University

When
October 13, 2023, 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building 646 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Dr. Nancy Reid

Each month, we will engage with an article on student (dis)engagement in higher education and adaptive strategies. All Concordia teaching staff (including teaching assistants) and other staff by special request — regardless of whether you had time to read the full article. We’ll start with small group discussions each session and then collectively develop a practical knowledge base. Subtopics may include whole-person education, relational learning, flexible pedagogy, or student participation.

When
October 16, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Ariel Harlap, Instructional Designer, Centre for Teaching and Learning

This is the registration form for the Anti-Racism Workshop Series, a two-part training program. The first session is theory based and designed to encourage reflection upon contemporary concepts and issues around race as well as racism history. We also pay particular attention to the manifestations and maintenance of racism in the workplace. The second part involves an applied approach, designed to promote, and implement anti-racism best practices through scenarios.

When
October 16, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn the basics so you can take your next steps with greater knowledge and tools.  

When
October 16, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where
Online

Join our 4-part workshop to look at spiritual roots of North American environmentalism, and take time to reflect on our care for the planet.

When
October 16, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus Z - Z Annex (2090 Mackay)
Speaker(s)
Jen Bourque

Discover new ways to improve student study skills and learner engagement. In this book club, we will read and discuss Saundra Yancy McGuire’s highly acclaimed book, Teaching Students How to Learn: Strategies you can incorporate into any course to improve student metacognition, study skills and motivation. Faculty will receive a physical copy of the book and should plan their time to read two short, selected chapters each month.

When
October 16, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H629 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
John Bentley, Senior Instructional Developer & Ariel Harlap, Instructional Designer, Centre for Teaching and Learning

A Raspberry Pi is a very small and inexpensive computer, but what can you do with it? There are so many possibilities; we are going to start by building a device for your cat (or dog, or goldfish) to send you selfies. Ideally, this will inspire you to put this tiny, inexpensive computer to work in both practical and fun ways. This is a fun workshop for getting starting with a Raspberry Pi. No pet ownership is actually required, we will connect a motion detector and a camera to a Raspberry Pi computer and use a short Python script. No electronics or programming knowledge required, all are welcome.

When
October 16, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Melissa Rivosecchi

This session offers an open and interactive space for student-facing professionals to explore what it means to foster a culture of inclusivity in a variety of educational settings and service delivery contexts. Join us as we explore ways to build equity into our daily work and practice.

When
October 16, 2023, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Racha Cheikh-Ibrahim, Equity Advisor

When
October 16, 2023, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 17, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Maurice Riley Case

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 17, 2023, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 18, 2023, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

By attending this workshop, you will benefit from strengthening your understanding related to Concordia’s expectations for academic integrity and original work.

When
October 18, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 18, 2023, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
PC - PERFORM Centre S1.223 Teaching Kitchen (7200 Sherbrooke St. W.)

This workshop will help you tell your story and build an effective elevator pitch that captures the listener's attention and leaves them curious to know more about you and your idea.

When
October 18, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus FB - Faubourg Building District 3: FB-620 (1250 Guy)

When
October 18, 2023, 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

A quick and simple introduction to the Linux operating system. This workshop is for beginners with little to no experience working with this free and open-source OS. Learning Objectives In this hands on session participants will get an overview of different Linux distros (versions), install a Linux system on their existing system (using a VM) and learn the basics of working with the linux operating system (file structure, command line).

When
October 18, 2023, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Sean Cooney

Through interactive examples and hands-on Python exercises, we'll demystify some basic coding concepts and unveil its real-world applications.

When
October 18, 2023, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 19, 2023 – October 20, 2023, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Exciting things are happening at Loyola!

When
October 19, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Ana Milic and Sophie Mailloux

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 19, 2023, 12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where

This workshop begins with a quick look at how popular AI tools like ChatGPT work. After that, you will have the chance to experiment with AI tools and explore prompt-writing strategies.

When
October 19, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 19, 2023, 2:45 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Catherine Rokakis

The purpose of this interest group is to support faculty in applying or improving their application of contemplative practices in their classroom to promote well-being and a compassionate classroom, to further course goals, and to support learning. We will be meeting regularly for discussion, exploration and guided practice to get first-hand experience with different practices; experimenting to receive peer feedback; inviting members to lead thematic sessions; and potentially co-creating resources to support our practices.

When
October 20, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Prof. Rosemary C. Reilly, Dr. & Cristina Galofre Gomez, Instructional Designer, CTL, Concordia University

Do you feel the term isn’t going as well as it should? This workshop can give you ideas on how to change your current strategies and get you back on track.

When
October 20, 2023, 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Where
Online

University can be a key place for 2SLGBTQ+ young people to learn knowledge and skills for healthy romantic relationships.

When
October 20, 2023 – November 29, 2023, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus H - Henry F. Hall Building (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Classrooms reflect the world in which we live and represent the diversity within. By implementing inclusive teaching practices, instructors can create learning environments in which all students feel like they belong, can learn at high levels, and reach their true potential. To support instructors in creating inclusive learning environments, this presentation will introduce several inclusive teaching practices that can be immediately used to benefit all students.

When
October 20, 2023, 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead

When
October 20, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building Mordecai Richler Reading Room (LB-655) (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

his workshop will introduce you to the narrative technique of “show, don’t tell” through a series of visual representation activities that are easy to apply to your every day and that can make your ideas for school or work more tangible.

When
October 20, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 21, 2023 – October 22, 2023, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
Loyola campus VE - Vanier Extension VE-326 (7141 Sherbrooke W.)

When
October 21, 2023, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 21, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

The John Molson School of Business Case Publications initiative is hosting an Ivey-led two-day case teaching workshop for faculty (and select graduate students pending space) on Monday, October 23 and Tuesday, October 24.

When
October 23, 2023 – October 24, 2023 (all day)
Where
SGW campus MB - John Molson Building (1450 Guy)
Speaker(s)
Ivey Publishing

In this presentation, Dr. Michael Yellow Bird describes how he enacted a decolonial contemplative/mindfulness mentorship with a young white settler woman that has included Indigenous perspectives on colonization and decolonization, Indigenous ways of knowing and being, how Indigenous scholars have navigated racism and oppression in the academy, and how contemplative practices can be used to disrupt settler power and logic in the academy. In this talk, he will share what inspires his contemplative life, the practices that are meaningful to him, how his contemplative life has enabled his work in higher education, and has sustained his resolve to confront racism, marginalization, the misuse of power, and other forms of colonization.

When
October 23, 2023, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Dr. Michael Yellow Bird, Dean, School of Social Work, University of Manitoba

Join our 4-part workshop to look at spiritual roots of North American environmentalism, and take time to reflect on our care for the planet.

When
October 23, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus Z - Z Annex (2090 Mackay)
Speaker(s)
Jen Bourque

In Part 1, you will practice informal daily public speaking skills that you can apply immediately in-person, on-camera and even on phone calls.

When
October 23, 2023, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

As presenters and workshop facilitators we are all mindful of the importance of engaging participants and creating experiences that are welcoming and accessible. This presentation will look at the importance of designing accessible and inclusive presentations, as well as offer tips and best practices in accessibility and inclusion. Barriers experienced by participants with hearing, vision, and mobility impairments, as well as medical and mental health conditions will be addressed.

When
October 24, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead

When
October 24, 2023, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 24, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
SGW campus MB - John Molson Building Conference 9 D (1450 Guy)
Speaker(s)
Meredith Marty-Dugas and Christian Favreau

Learn how to get, collaborate on, and share research or creative works with Creative Commons (CC) licences. Researchers frequently use these licences to enable open scholarship or open science processes. Whether you need images for a presentation, are seeking information for your own work, or want to mix sounds into new music, Creative Commons licences enable you to access and share with people around the world. In this workshop you will find out what the Creative Commons is and how to use CC licences. We will practice working with CC content and look at the ramifications of applying different licences to our own work. We will also explore some useful tools for finding CC-licensed work.

When
October 24, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Joshua Chalifour

In this 1-hour Q+A workshop, we'll talk about the fundamentals around debt, and leave space for you to ask about anything (debt related) that's on your mind.

When
October 24, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 24, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
St Jax

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 24, 2023, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where
Online

During this reading circle we will discuss Adam Gaudry and Danielle Lorenz’s article: “Indigenization as Inclusion, Reconciliation, and Decolonization: Navigating the Different Visions for Indigenizing the Canadian Academy.” (2018) Summary: “Following the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s (TRC’s) Calls to Action, Canadian universities and colleges have felt pressured to indigenize their institutions. What “indigenization” has looked like, however, has varied significantly. Based on the input from an anonymous online survey of 25 Indigenous academics and their allies, we assert that indigenization is a three-part spectrum. On one end is Indigenous inclusion, in the middle reconciliation indigenization, and on the other end decolonial indigenization. We conclude that despite using reconciliatory language, post-secondary institutions in Canada focus predominantly on Indigenous inclusion. We offer two suggestions of policy and praxis—treaty-based decolonial indigenization and resurgence-based decolonial indigenization—to demonstrate a way toward more just Canadian academy.”

When
October 25, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H629 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Carole Brazeau, Advisor, Indigenous Curriculum and Pedagogy

When
October 25, 2023, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Cassandra Lamontagne and Sebastien Caquard

This workshop introduces the basics of Open Educational Resources (OER) such as renewable assignments and open textbooks and their place in the open ecosystem. You will learn to search for and discover OER relevant to your courses and disciplines. In an open document, we will collaboratively search OER repositories for materials that can be added to Concordia’s OER By Discipline Resource Guide, which you might find useful to your studies. Through collaborative small group discussions and guided practice, you can contribute a tangible benefit for yourself and your fellow students, and leave equipped to advocate more effectively for OER in your classrooms. This is a 60-minute workshop, with the option to stay and chat for an extra 30 minutes. Learning Objectives: Understand the basics of OER Search OER repositories for OER suited to your courses Co-adapt Concordia’s OER By Discipline Resource Guide Speaker: Rachel Harris Bio: Rachel Harris is a librarian, researcher, and educator. As the Scholarly Publishing Librarian at Concordia University, Dr. Harris envisions a future for education and scholarship that is increasingly more accessible and equitable. She is currently leading the Library’s Open Educational Resource service and is collaborating on ORCID, Spectrum, open access, and copyright projects. 

When
October 25, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Rachel Harris

Thriving and Learning in Action is a program like no other--it brings mental health, wellbeing, equity, and learning strategies together in a unique intervention that will leave you feeling more hopeful, more resilient, and more successful.

When
October 25, 2023, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

This workshop introduces the basics of Open Educational Resources (OER) such as renewable assignments and open textbooks and their place in the open ecosystem.

When
October 25, 2023, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-205 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
October 25, 2023, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus FG - Faubourg Ste-Catherine Building B030 (1610 St. Catherine W.)

In this workshop, you will live through the uncomfortable experience of jumping into prototyping – an iterative process that takes ideas and makes them tangible for testing - without having all the information.

When
October 25, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus FB - Faubourg Building District 3: FB-620 (1250 Guy)

This is the registration form for the Anti-Racism Workshop Series, a two-part training program. The first session is theory based and designed to encourage reflection upon contemporary concepts and issues around race as well as racism history. We also pay particular attention to the manifestations and maintenance of racism in the workplace. The second part involves an applied approach, designed to promote, and implement anti-racism best practices through scenarios.

When
October 26, 2023, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
TBD
Speaker(s)
Dona Nham, Senior Advisor on Anti-Racism

Career Counseling and Educational Transitions is a new unit in the Student Success Centre designed to support students as they explore career options and transition to new life stages, whether starting university or moving into life after graduation.

When
October 26, 2023, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Antoine Beauchemin

Taking an interactive approach, this workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of equity concepts, including accessibility, inclusivity, and ableism.

When
October 26, 2023, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building H-771 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Ground and centre yourself through a lunchtime mindfulness practice.

When
October 26, 2023, 12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where

Do you feel the term isn’t going as well as it should? This workshop can give you ideas on how to change your current strategies and get you back on track.

When
October 26, 2023, 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Where
Online

When
October 26, 2023, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

What are some actions, practices, standards, and adjustments that we can make around campus to help mitigate climate change?

When
October 26, 2023, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Henry F. Hall Building H-1271 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Alex Pace, Brogan Stewart

When
October 26, 2023, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building 12th Floor, Room 1271 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Alex Pace and Brogan Stewart




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