Events – More information at mru.ca/Events
Virtual Cryptocurrency Treasure Hunt 2020
Through to Fri., Oct. 30 — Google Chat Room
Solve the clues, find the treasure and be entered into the prize draw for a $100 Amazon gift certificate Register.
Open House
Finishes Fri., Oct. 30
This week of Open House features information sessions on select student services and programs. Full schedule.
Suicide Prevention Strategic Framework Community Consultations
Mon., Nov. 2 from 3 to 3:45 p.m. — Online (Staff)
Fri., Nov. 6 from 1:15 to 2 p.m. — Online (Staff)
Mon., Nov. 9 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. — Online (Faculty)
Tues., Nov. 10 from 3 to 3:45 p.m. — Online (All Groups)
Attend and discuss needs and recommendations to assist in the creation of an institutional suicide prevention strategic framework. Register.
Beginner's Guide to Transforming Social Connections With Virtual Reality
Tues., Nov. 3 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Learn how social virtual reality platforms are changing the way we connect with one another during this new era of physical distancing. Register.
Fall Convocation
Nov. 4 and 5 at 2 p.m. and Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. — Lot 2
Please see alternate parking in the Announcements section above due to these drive-in ceremonies taking place in Lot 2. Watch the live streams here.
Working From Home 101
Thurs., Nov. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Google Meet
By the end of this session, participants will be able to identify and implement best practices when they are working remotely. Register.
Beginner's Guide To Virtual Reality
Tues., Nov. 10 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Explore virtual reality and how to integrate this emerging technology into classes and research. Register.
Academic Podcasting: Communicating Research And Getting Creative
Tues., Nov. 10 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Google Meet
Discover the basics of podcasting and how you can podcast about your research or academic interests. Register.
XR Toolkit Series: Creating Virtual Reality Experiences With Google Tours VR
Thurs., Nov. 12 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Create your own interactive 360-degree tours that can be viewed using virtual reality (Google Cardboard) or traditional computer monitors. Register.
XR Toolkit Series: Editing 360-Degree Photos And Videos With Adobe Premiere And Photoshop
Thurs., Nov. 12 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Process, edit and view your 360-degree videos and photos using Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Register.
Changemaker Conversations: From Insight to Action
Thurs., Nov. 12 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Zoom
Hosted by the Trico Changemakers Studio, engage in generative dialogue towards action on pressing social issues. Do not download Zoom onto work computers. Register.
MRU Alumni Webinar: Media in Times of Crisis
Fri., Nov. 13 from 9 to 9:45 a.m.
A panel of journalists will discuss the critical role that media plays and how the public can be responsible in their media consumption in this time of 'fake news.' Register.
International Education Week
Mon., Nov. 16 to Fri., Nov. 20
The Office of International Education will host a celebration of our international campus community and showcase the diverse backgrounds of our staff, faculty and students. Website.
Beginner's Guide To Augmented Reality
Tues., Nov. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Learn about augmented reality applications in the class and for research, as well as the available Library supports. Register.
Intro to Audacity: Managing Your Audio Project, Editing And Recording
Tues., Nov. 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Google Meet
Use Audacity software to create simple audio projects such as podcasts, voice recordings and more. Register.
Virtual Leadership
Wed., Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Google Meet
This brief and impactful course is intended to enable and empower people to demonstrate effective leadership of others in today’s virtual workplace. Register.
Emerging Technologies Consortium (ETC)
Wed., Nov. 18 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Join the ETC each month as speakers highlight the emerging technology in teaching, research and co-curricular activities at MRU. Register.
XR Toolkit Series: Creating Augmented Reality Experiences with Adobe Aero
Thurs., Nov. 19 from noon to 1 p.m. — Google Meet
Build, view and share interactive augmented reality experiences using your Apple device and the Adobe Aero platform. Register.
Building Resilience: Understanding Challenges, Learning Strategies and Accepting Change
Mon. Nov. 23 from 10 to 11 a.m. — Zoom
Homewood Health will provide a variety of effective, practical tools to improve physical and mental health and cultivate a strong social support network. Do not download Zoom onto your work computer. Email abilitymanagement@mtroyal.ca to register.