Mar 09, 2010 - 8:54 PM

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Mar 09, 2010 - 12:00 AM

Thursday March 11th, there will be the second Semi-Annual General Meeting, or SAGM. The first year reps need 10 other first years to attend SAGM, to represent our year, and to vote on upcoming McMaster Engineering motions.
if you have any questions, you can ask them on the event page, found here:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=332175671850&ref=ts

Friday March 12th (and Saturday too)
there will be tryouts to be Frosh Controllers (aka redsuits) for next years Welcome Week. you can sign up for tryout times in the BLUE lounge, in JHE 121, on the bright green schedule that is posted.
on Friday night, there will be the Mystery Tryout Pub!
this is your chance to meet the Frosh Controller Committee, and make a positive impression on them.
tickets are $5, and are on sale in the lounge right now! pick yours up before its sold out!
RSVP to the event, and if you have any questions, ask them here:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=343654698197&ref=ts

Mar 08, 2010 - 4:53 PM

McMaster Battle of the Bands is coming up TONIGHT, Monday March 8th, as well as next Monday, March 15th. The finals will be held on Friday March 19th at 1280.

My band is called the Dirty Nil so if you've got nothing better to do that night maybe come check us out along with some other very fine artists.

The Dirty Nil - www.myspace.com.thedirtynil

Skank Divine - www.myspace.com/skankdivine

Murphy Slaw - www.myspace.com/murphyslawcanada

The Letter 4 - www.myspace.com/letterfour

For Days - www.myspace.com/fordaysmusic

Damn Dirty Grapes - www.myspace.com/damndirtygrapes

The Lucas Project - www.myspace.com/lucasproject

The Seasonal - www.myspace.com/theseasonalband

Beyond Us Both - www.myspace.com/beyondusboth

Gallows to Grenades - www.myspace.com/gallowstogrenades

Mar 08, 2010 - 3:24 PM

Save the Children MAC is looking for passionate individuals who believe in the safety, freedom, dignity and equality of children and humanity. Prior experience with the club is not necessary.

Positions Available:
VP Fundraising (3 positions)
VP Events (1 position)

Application Deadline: Sunday, March 14th @ 11:50 PM
Email stcmac@mcmaster.ca for an application & description of positions!!!
Interviews will be held the week of March 15th

The purpose of Save the Children Mac is to inform the McMaster community about children’s rights and the issues surrounding them, raise awareness about current events, and to promote a feeling of global community and foster involvement amongst the student body. Through our awareness events we hope to gain support and funding for Save the Children Canada and its programs.

Find out more about Save the Children at http://www.savethechildren.ca/ or by searching "Save the Children MAC" on Facebook.

Mar 08, 2010 - 11:51 AM

One Year is Not Enough.

We are running for re-election to the Student Representative Assembly.

For those of you were around last year, you may remember that we ran, separately, last year on platforms of dedication and enthusiasm, and to bring a political voice to Humanities students. This year we are running on those same points of enthusiasm and dedication, but this time we are backed with a year’s worth of experience and learning. With a year on the SRA behind us and countless lessons learned, we have worked to bring a voice to Humanities Students and though it has not always been a fun, quick or simple experience it has been rewarding. Things are being accomplished slowly, and because of this many of the projects that were started this year have a long way to go. One year is not enough. So we ask that you give us the chance to finish what we started and make this coming year one to remember.

Vote for Experience, Vote BAUMAN, FINKLE & SMYTH

Together, we have worked to accomplish a substantial amount over the last year, and we need at least one more year to finish many of our projects that will benefit you, the students. Reform of the MHS Constitution and Get Cultured: McMaster are only two of these projects.

If elected we will not require time to transition, instead we can continue our work for students with no interruptions. We have an existing relationship with the Associate Dean of Humanities and the university administration that we will use to ensure your voice is heard. Also, all three of us live in the Hamilton area and will be working throughout the summer to complete our goals.

Check our our Facebook Group, and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Remember to vote on March 10/11 in Mills Lobby, and VOTE BAUMAN, FINKLE and SMYTH

Mar 08, 2010 - 8:24 AM

March 8th is International Women's Day; it is a day that celebrates the social, economic and political achievements of women. It is a date commemorated by the United Nations, and a national holiday in many parts of the world. The first International Women's Day was held in 1911.

In Canada, although there is still a substantial pay difference (up to 30% for doing the same work with the same educational background) for men and women, females are working in more high-demand fields than ever before.

This year's theme in Canada is "Strong Women. Strong Canada. Strong World." Canada has been celebrating International Women's Day since 1977. They also recognize International Women's Week, which is held from March 7th until March 13th.

There are two events related to International Women's Day at McMaster today. The first is a talk on Gender Equality by Stephen Lewis, which is from 1:00-2:30pm in Convocation Hall. Seating is limited, so get there early! The second is a talk by award-winning author Deborah Ellis, from 7:00pm-9:00pm in Council Chambers (GH 111).

Mar 07, 2010 - 9:52 PM

Mar 07, 2010 - 11:50 AM

A play, based on the life of the famous Canadian author and poet Pauline Johnson will be exhibited at the Robinson Memorial Theatre on Thursday March 11th and Friday March 12th at 8pm.

Johnson is best known for her poem, "The Song My Paddle Sings".

Admission to the play is by donation, with all proceeds going to the Native Women's Center.

Previously, the play was performed at the Woodland Culture Center in Brantford for several months, and ran in conjunction with the Faithfully Yours, E. Pauline Johnson exhibit.

Mar 06, 2010 - 7:06 PM

everGREEN 2010: the second annual conference on the environment


Hosted by BioSphere, a subcomittee of the Biology Society, everGreen is a series of speakers will be discussing the current environmental crisis in 1 hour lectures and Q&A sessions. Come to one lecture, or stay for them all.

Keynote address at 4:30 by Dr. Rick Smith, Environmental Defense Canada
"Slow Death by Rubber Duck: how the toxic chemistry of everyday life affects our health"
Schedule:

10:30 - Dr. Tina Moffat, Department of Anthropology
The Agricultural Revolution: A path to environmental destruction?

11:30-Dr. Ashish Pujari, Degroote School of Business
Green Marketing and Green Business Practices

12:30-Dr. Alan Crowe, Canada Centre for Inland Waters
Why Our Beaches are so Bad: E.coli and invasive species

1:30-Dr. Paul Morris, School of Geography and Earth Sciences
Carbon Storage in Peat Soils: A Ticking Bomb, or a Buffer against Climate Change?

2:30-Rhoda deJonge, Bay Area Restoration Council

3:30-Dr. Michal Egan, Department of History

4:30-Dr. Rick Smith, Environmental Defense Canada-Slow Death by Rubber Duck: How the toxic Chemistry of Everyday Life is affecting our health

http://macbiosphere.stanleyarmour.com/
http://www.macbiosociety.com/

Mar 05, 2010 - 11:34 PM

For those of you who have not yet purchased tickets for the Global Citizenship Conference, a limited number of last-minute tickets will be available between 9:15 and 9:45 am in MDCL.

Tickets are $30 for the full weekend, which gets you access to EVERYTHING
Tickets are $20 if you are in science, engineering, political science, arts and science and health science (again, access to everything)

Tickets are $20 for one-day only.

Or if you are only free Saturday night, you can see performances and art from around the world and get dinner at 1280 for only $10!

See you tomorrow in MDCL for the GCC!

For the full program, visit www.mcmaster.ca/gcc

Mar 05, 2010 - 5:53 PM

Here are the highlights of the last SRA meeting, courtesy of: www.SRAtoday.com

09P Highlights (Feb/28/2010):

• Rob Howard, a project manager from SheepDogInc ( a google apps implementer in Canada) gave a presentation of using Google Apps at McMaster University. Several benefits to in house solutions were mentionned to be: Constant Innovation, Collaboration is baked in, Reliability, and Security.

• Andrew Richardson mentioned talks within the Board of Directors in regards to potential increases in Dental fees to compensate for increasing dental claims. Student feedback is needed on whether students would like a fee increase but the same coverage, or the same fee and a decrease in coverage.

• Andrew Richardson also mentioned talks of Hospital Administration pushing the university and city to remove the bus stops at the hospital. Mr.Richardson has been fighting this and is in talks with Terry Sullivan for potential permanent bus drop offs directly by the Student Centre in front of Mills Library.

• The following SRA seats were filled: one seat on the Elections Committee, Services Committee, and the Operations Committee

• An MSU seat was closed on the Bylaws and Procedures Committee, and the MSU Spirit Award Committe

• Operating policies concerning Campus Events, Charity Ball, Compass, Maroons, PAC, and Shortstop were approved as changed and recommended by the SRA Services Committee

To view the full agenda or any of the reports given at the meeting (not included in highlights), please click here

Highlights Courtesy of: www.SRAtoday.com

Mar 04, 2010 - 12:58 PM

March 4th is National Grammar Day!

Take time out of your day to make sure you are being grammatically correct! Everyone should know how to use grammar correctly, no matter what program you are in or what you want to do after you graduate.

Flaunt your grammar pride with:
Awesome clothes or t-shirts!
An e-card!
Join the Society for the Promotion of Good Grammar!
Win a book by tweeting!

Learn more about grammar:
Ten words you need to stop misspelling
Common grammar myths
From the New York Times
More common grammar errors

Mar 03, 2010 - 10:51 PM

The McMaster Humanities Society Presents Wine and Cheese 2010:

NEW YORK! NEW YORK!

This semi-formal event is on March 12th, starting at 7pm! It is a long-standing tradition of the McMaster Humanities Society to invite professors and students to mingle outside of classes.

Come to the Faculty Club and indulge your love of Big Band music, the Brooklyn Bridge and free appetizers!

Tickets are $5 for Humanities students and only $7 for non-Humanities students, so entice your friends, Humanities and non-Humanities alike! Get yours NOW at the MHS Office (Commons B105)!

Drink tickets are $2 each! Don't forget your ID!

Mar 03, 2010 - 9:11 PM

Hey Everyone!

Tickets are selling fast for this show - make sure you get your ticket at Compass before you miss out!

And in case you haven't heard, Carly Rae Jepsen, the opener for the show, was nominated for two Junos today (New Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year!)

This is going to be an amazing show - come see them at a great price - courtesy of the MSU!

- Campus Events

Mar 02, 2010 - 4:51 PM

SCSN (Student Community Support Network) is an MSU service with the aim of promoting the development of positive relationships between McMaster students living in the area and permanent residents.

We do this through a number of ways, including volunteer programs (such as the resident buddy program and snow angels), the peer-to-peer program and working closely with the City of Hamilton, the university and other community groups.

For more information about what we do and our programs check out: https://www.msumcmaster.ca/servicesandbusiness/scsn/generalInfo/overview.htm
We are looking for:
Community Assistant Coordinator

Do you like to be in charge? We are looking for someone to train and manage our Community Assistants. This position also involves the planning and running of some community events. Also liasing with other on-campus organizations and a bit of promotion.

Newsletter and Promotions Coordinator

Do you have an artistic flair or passion for journalism? Then SCSN needs you for designing posters and putting together our newsletter! This job involves researching and writing articles as well as formatting the newsletter.

For complete job descriptions and to apply visit: https://www.msumcmaster.ca/jobs/overview/jobs.htm

Mar 02, 2010 - 3:12 PM

EWB's Weekly Engagement Nights continue!

Date: Wednesday March 3rd
Time: 6:30-7:30
Place: JHE 328 (Grad Lounge)

This week we will be cinnecting with our overseas LP (learning partner) Garrett. Garrett is currently a long term overseas volunteer working in Malawi in the sector of Water Sanitation.

We will be doing a live chat with him over skype where he will describe what he does overseas with the Lilongwe district government . He currently is facilitating the training of field staff in mapping all the water points in the district. Garrett will also be speaking to us about what it is like living and working overseas. This is a great opportunity to connect all of the learning at the past WEEN's to the action on ground in Africa.

He will gladly answer any other questions you may have about living and working overseas. Also Garrett is staying up reallly really late (close to 3 am Malawi time) to chat with us so if you have time to spare and are interested in EWB and development come out!

Hope to see you there!