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    RSD 2025, March 31 - April 4

RSD 2025, March 31 - April 4 

 

 

Research and Scholarship Days Kickoff Lunch

Celebrate research and scholarship at Mount Royal by joining us for this lunch to kickoff Research and Scholarship Days. Enjoy a full-service meal while Mount Royal faculty present their research. The theme for this year's lunch is faculty-student research collaborations, with students joining faculty on stage for the presentations. Seats are limited so RSVP quickly! If you RSVP and later are not able to attend, please email scorner@mtroyal.ca to ensure no food is wasted.  

Date: Monday, March 31
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. 
Venue: Ross Glen Hall, EC1040

Undergraduate Research Panel

Join us for an engaging panel discussion about where research can take you down the road! There will be an alumni speaker from each faculty sharing their experiences of research and where it's taken them since MRU. Panelists will share insights into their fields, discuss challenges, and answer audience questions. 

Light refreshments and snacks will be provided, along with a small networking opportunity for students. 

Date: Monday, March 31
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.  
Venue: Ideas Lounge (EL1270) 

University-Wide Student Poster Presentations

Check out student research at the Main Street Poster Event! Students can learn more about poster submission guidelines on the student info page. Students participating in the event have the option to have their posters adjudicated. Top posters from each faculty will be awarded certificates in recognition of their achievement and be featured in a profile discussing their research. Past research award winners and their research can be seen here

Date: Tuesday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 2
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (both days) 
Venue: Main Street, Lincoln Park, 1st and 2nd floors 
Registration: Abstract Submission, due March 4; Poster submission due March 18

Faculty of Arts Events

Faculty of Arts Research Showcase
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts Research Showcase featuring interdisciplinary podium presentations in the humanities and social sciences. More info on how to participate can be found on the student info page
Date: Thursday, April 3
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.  
Venue: The Knuckle (EA3003)
Registration: Abstract Submission; due March 20 before 4:00 pm, Presentation PowerPoint due April 2 before 12:00 noon

Anthropology Honours Presentations
Please join us at this podium presentations series where Anthropology Honours students will present their research.
Date: Tuesday, April 1
Time: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. 
Venue: B 341

Sociology Honours Presentations
Please join us at this podium presentations series where Sociology Honours students will present their research.
Date: Thursday, April 3 
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. 
Venue: B 341

Research Methods in Sociology
Check out our group projects exploring a broad range of social issues: Demographic Differences, Social Connections, Progressive Values, Social and Friendship Support, Homophily, Life Satisfaction, Health, Support for Diversity, and Political Activism.
Class:  SLGY 4732 - Special Topics in Research Methods
Instructor:  Dr. Tom Buchanan
Date: Friday, April 4
Time: 11:15 am - 12:45 pm
Venue: B101

Faculty of Health, Community, & Education Research Showcase 

Please join the Faculty of Health, Community, & Education (HCE) for their student podium presentations. These oral presentations will showcase the amazing research and hard work of HCE undergraduate students.

Please note that presentations should be 15 minutes each.

If you have any questions please reach out directly to Dr. Emmie Henderson-Dekort as the HCE rep and event planner (ehendersondekort@mtroyal.ca)

Date: Thursday, April 3 
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 
Venue: Ideas Lounge - EL1270 Riddell Library and Learning Centre 


Open House for Student Changemakers

Are you a student interested in developing your skills as a changemaker? Come learn about Catamount and other student learning opportunities in how to navigate complex issues impacting people and the planet. 
We will be unveiling exciting changes to Catamount and look forward to sharing the range of offerings at the Institute for Community Prosperity. 
Date: Thursday, April 3 
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Venue: Trico Changemakers Studio, EB3013

AI in Academia: Navigating Challenges, Opportunities, and Ethical Considerations

We invite all faculty and staff to participate in this interactive dialogue exploring the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education. 

AI is transforming academia, eliciting both concern and optimism. Some see it as a challenge, enabling cheating and undermining deep learning, while others fear it could replace educators. Many faculty members, however, view AI as a valuable tool for enhancing productivity and research. This event offers a space for open discussion on AI's opportunities challenges and ethical implications, fostering solutions that uphold academic integrity and inclusivity.

Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.   
Venue: Lincoln Park Room 
Registration: Sign-up to attend here

Map the System Campus Final

The MRU Map the System Campus Final is almost here! Our student participants have embarked on an incredible journey, diving deep into social issues to uncover meaningful insights. Join us in celebrating their hard work as they explore, connect, and grow. Stay tuned to see who advances to the Final, and support our students as they present their research and challenge their understanding of complex systems. Don't miss this inspiring showcase of innovation and impact!

 

Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Venue: Ideas Lounge (EL1270)

Register for the campus final using this link

 


Get QriTical Student Colloquium

QriTical: queer + trans research hub will be hosting a colloquium for 2SLGBTQIA+ MRU students to showcase their research including course work, honour thesis, creative endeavours, and outcomes from their experience as research assistants. 

Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.  
Venue: EB 1014
Registration: Sign-up to attend here