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More information at
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Orientation to the Maker Studio
Mon., Feb. 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. — Online
This basic orientation to the Maker Studio will introduce all of the tools and technologies and associated Health and Safety Concerns.
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LAPP Retirement Options
Tues., Feb. 9 from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. ― Online
Presented by Human Resources together with Alberta Pensions Services Corporation. Register at
benefits@mtroyal.ca
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LAPP Buying Back Service
Tues., Feb. 9 from 11 a.m. to noon — Online
Presented by Human Resources together with Alberta Pensions Services Corporation. Register at
benefits@mtroyal.ca
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Transforming Social Connections with Virtual Reality
Tues., Feb. 9 from noon to 1 p.m. ― Online
Learn how social virtual reality platforms are changing the way we connect with one another during this new era of social distancing.
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Image Tracing in Adobe Illustrator
Tues., Feb. 9 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Online
Join Maker Studio staff to learn how to use Adobe Illustrator to import and vectorize an image to then be edited and modified.
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Editing Your Podcast
Tues., Feb. 9 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. ― Online
Discover tips and tricks for making editing your podcast project a breeze using Audacity.
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Programming Literacy: Understanding the Theory Behind Programming
Tues., Feb. 9 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Online
Learn the basics about how code will give you a starting point to discover what languages you want to learn and why these languages will be useful to you.
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Harm Reduction and Naloxone Training
Thurs., Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon — Online
Be informed about the current state of opioid use in Canada, the harm reduction responses available and how to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses.
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Editing 360-Degree Photos and Videos with Adobe Photoshop and Premiere
Thurs., Feb. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. ― Online
This continuation from the beginners' guide to 360-degree cameras workshop teaches how to process, edit and view your 360-degree videos.
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Trico Changemakers Studio Presents Changemaker Conversations
Thurs., Feb. 11 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Zoom
Join the Changemaker Conversations to engage in generative dialogue towards action around pressing social issues.
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Bachelor of Arts Information Session
Thurs., Feb. 11 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. — Online
Learn about MRU and the opportunities provided by the anthropology, English, history, policy studies, psychology and sociology programs.
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Beginner's Guide to Virtual Reality
Tues., Feb. 16 from 12 to 1 p.m. — Online
Explore virtual reality and learn how to integrate this emerging technology into your classes and research.
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Introduction to 3D Printing
Tues., Feb. 16 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Online
Join the Maker Studio staff in this beginner-level workshop, which will introduce you to the amazing world of 3D printing.
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Protecting Yourself Against Cybercrime 2020/2021
Tues., Feb. 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
This informative workshop gives you all the tools you need to keep you and yours cybersafe and fulfills the annual mandatory cybersecurity training requirement.
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Learn a Programming Language: Python
Tues., Feb. 16 from 3 to 4 p.m. — Online
Python is the most beginner friendly, high-level language that is in use by developers today.
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Creating a Data Management Plan
Wed., Feb. 17 from 11 a.m. to noon ― Online
Data management planning helps ensure that the necessary resources and frameworks are in place for the preservation and security of research data.
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3D Modelling in Tinkercad
Wed., Feb. 17 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Online
This online workshop will explain the basics of how to create a 3D model, 3D modelling terms and techniques, as well as how to export your model for 3D printing.
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Creating a Data Management Plan
Wed., Feb. 17 from 11 a.m. to noon ― Online
Data management planning helps ensure that the necessary resources and frameworks are in place for the preservation and security of research data.
Register
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Circuitry Prototyping in Tinkercad
Wed., Feb. 17 from 4 to 5 p.m. — Online
In this workshop, you will learn about prototyping your own circuits and you will build a night light circuit that turns on automatically when it’s dark.
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Setting up a 3D Print with Ultimaker Cura
Thurs., Feb. 18 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Online
Learn how to choose and adjust your settings in the 3D print software that determines the outcome of your physical print.
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Introduction to MRU’s Research Data Repository
Thurs., Feb. 18 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Online
MRU’s Data Repository provides space for researchers to make their data publicly available while ensuring long-term preservation.
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Program Arduino in Tinkercad
Thurs., Feb. 18 from 3 to 4 p.m. — Online
Learning Arduino can enable you to build systems that perform in interactive artwork, biofeedback, home automation or robotics projects.
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Audiovisual Tips for Streaming and Pre-Recorded Content
Mon., Feb. 22 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Online
Learn what camera you can use as a webcam and how to achieve higher quality audio, plus best practices and free tools and software for video.
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Beginner's Guide to Augmented Reality
Tues., Feb. 23 from 12 to 1 p.m. — Online
Explore augmented reality and learn about the industry and educational applications and how to integrate this emerging technology into your classes and research.
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Creating Video Essays
Tues., Feb. 23 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Online
This workshop includes a walkthrough of the planning and production stages, as well as basic video editing using Adobe Rush.
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Finishing 3D Prints with Sanding and Paint
Tues., Feb. 23 from 1 to 2 p.m. — Online
Join the Maker Studio staff and learn how to sand, prime and paint your 3D prints.
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Make a Wearable Device with Circuit Playground Express
Tues., Feb. 23 from 3 to 4 p.m. — Online
Learn how to run simulations of simple programs for the Circuit Playground Express virtually and programming basics to create your own interactive wearables.
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Exploring Indigenous Education Part 2
Wed., Feb. 24 from 2:15 to 4 p.m. — Online
The Office of Academic Indigenization and a panel of experts will explore the uniqueness of Indigenous education and how we can bring more of this into our educational journeys and lives.
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Editing 360-Degree Photos and Videos with Adobe Photoshop and Premiere
Thurs., Feb. 25 from noon to 1 p.m. — Online
Learn how to process, edit and view your 360-degree videos and photos using Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
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Trico Changemakers Studio Presents Changemaker Conversations
Thurs., Feb. 25 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. — Online
Join the Changemaker Conversations to engage in generative dialogue towards action around pressing social issues.
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Make a Cell Phone Holder Using 3D Modelling in Fusion 360
Fri., Feb. 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. — Online
Navigate software to create a sketch, create a shape and save and export your model cell phone holder for 3D printing.
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