June 6, 2009. Huntington University Appoints Head Librarian
In joining Huntington University, Natasha furthers a successful career in library sciences and academia, bringing extensive knowledge and a wealth of expertise in library management, collection building as well as all other aspects of librarianship. Natasha’s research interests in information ethics, intellectual property and the philosophy of communication models will help ensure that our university library compliments Huntington University’s curriculum in Communication Studies, Ethics, Gerontology, Philosophy, Religious Studies and Theology.
Dr. Kevin McCormick President of Huntington University says that he is delighted that Natasha Gerolami has agreed to lead the Huntington University library and serve as a faculty member, adding that "her extensive background in librarianship, combined with her passion for scholarship will ensure that faculty research and student learning continues to thrive at Huntington." Dr. McCormick says: "I cannot think of a more qualified person to provide the long-term vision of our university and its commitments to the arts, humanities and social sciences."
Prior to joining Huntington University, Natasha worked as a faculty member in the Master of Library and Information Science program at the University of Western Ontario in the Faculty of Information and Media Studies. Most recently, Natasha is working on completing her Ph.D. in Library and Information Science (LIS). Her dissertation, entitled The Architecture of a Virtual Library: a Deleuzian Approach to Information Studies, seeks to examine the underpinnings of information policies and ethical positions that govern the production, distribution and use of information.
Chair of the Huntington University Board of Regents Jim Young expresses his support for the appointment of Huntington’s newest hire. "Ms. Gerolami brings strong leadership, a commitment to academic excellence and diversity, and a deep appreciation of interdisciplinary scholarship," says Young. "The choice of new leadership in the area of librarianship is an integral part of our effort to continue our long tradition of excellence. Young adds: "Ms. Natasha Gerolami brings a strong commitment to academic values and also a strong record of performance as a leader. I am certain that under her direction, the Huntington University library will continue to thrive."
July 6, 2009. Huntington Student Wins Prestigious Award.
Holly Payne, a 4th year student in Huntington University’s Gerontology Program stands next to Dr. Kevin McCormick, President of Huntington University and Lorraine Mercer, a professor in the department of Gerontology. Earlier this summer, Holly was presented with the President’s Award for Excellence from Huntington University for her academic success.
October 17, 2008. Gerontology Department Announces Winners of its first Essay Competition.
The Department of Gerontology at Huntington University is pleased to announce that Gerontology students, Jessica Scola and Salima Karmali are the winners of the essay competition. To read their essays, please click here.
Gerontology Logo Competition (PDF)
Gerontology Essay Competition (PDF)
September 8, 2008. Make your Coffee Count. This September, you can make your coffee count - by joining the Annual Nationwide Alzheimer Coffee Break.
The Gerontology Department will host this event to help raise money in support of the Alzheimer Society. The money raised helps those in the community by supporting local program and services for people with Alzheimer's disease.
Join us for Coffee Break on September 18th, 2008 (9:00 - 10:30 a.m.) at Huntington University Social Centre.
August 20, 2008. Huntigton University and Faculty Union Agreement Ratified
Huntington University faculty members voted yesterday to ratify the tentative settlement between Huntington University and Laurentian University Faculty Association - Huntington (LUFA-H).
The Laurentian University Faculty Association - Huntington represents 20 full-time and part-time Huntington University faculty members. The faculty union and Huntington University agreed to issues regarding wage parity and governance challenges.
Reaction from both Huntington University administrators and union officials to the final agreement, which was reached after less than a month of formal negotiations, was very positive.
August 12, 2008. Huntington University and Faculty Union Reach Tentative Agreement
The Laurentian University Faculty Association - Huntington (LUFA-H) and the Huntington University Board of Regents are pleased to announce that together, they have reached a tentative settlement for a three-year collective
May 30, 2008. Online Collective Agreement
The Collective Agreement for Huntington University Staff and Faculty Members is now available online. To access the Collective Agreement, please click here.
August 12, 2008. Huntington University and Faculty Union Reach Tentative Agreement
The issues of concern for the Association were wage parity and governance challenges. The university was concerned with workload and the financial sustainability of the program. Both sides recognized the need to ensure that faculty be given the tools necessary to maintain the highest standards for students.
The negotiations proceeded well and quickly as good will and integrity was demonstrated on both sides of the table. Dr. Kevin McCormick, President of Huntington expressed gratitude at the speed of the negotiations. “I was impressed with the quality of the Associations’ proposals and the degree to which they reflected the financial and academic requirements of the University, while protecting the rights and advancing the interests of their members. I am particularly pleased with the Association’s bargaining team and their ability to enable us to carry out a joint vision of higher education at Huntington.”
LUFA President James Ketchen agreed, stating: "Results like this happen when Administrations come to the table with a positive and constructive attitude with a willingness to approach issues in an imaginative way. The good will of the Huntington President and Executive Director were instrumental in getting this deal done and they are to be commended. This is a positive evolution for Huntington University and its faculty and puts them in a position of strength to face the challenges of the future."
"We are pleased that we were able to come to an agreement with the Board of Regents and senior administration at Huntington University," said Professor Lorraine Mercer, president of the local faculty union for Huntington University. "This is good news for everybody, including all full-time and part-time faculty members at Huntington. We look forward to continue our collegial efforts with the Huntington administration as we work on the implementation of this contract.”
Professor Mercer also expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Huntington negotiating team. "I would like to acknowledge Huntington University President, Dr. Kevin McCormick for his leadership and outstanding work, adding that, “it is partly thanks to the spirit of recognition and the sense of community at Huntington, that both parties were able to bring the negotiations to a successful conclusion.”
Speaking of the announcement, Huntington University Board chair Jim Young says that faculty members are at the heart of Huntington’s commitment to excellence. He adds: “We are pleased to have found common ground in a fair contract that is supported by both bargaining teams. This tentative agreement is beneficial to all while making progress on shared strategic goals for Huntington University. We look forward to partnering with LUFA-H as we move into the future."
Details of the tentative agreement will be released once all negotiation teams involved review and ratify the new contract in a ratification vote.
May 21, 2008. Memorial Service for Theodore K. Jewell
Friends are invited to gather at Lautenslager Hall, Huntington University, on Wednesday, May 21, at 3 p.m. to remember Mr. Theodore K. Jewell, a dear friend and colleague of the university who passed away in January 2008. All are welcome to attend this memorial service during which colleagues and friends will be speaking. A reception will follow.
Students, faculty, graduates, the media, and members of the community were invited to attend the second Gerontology Awareness Day from 9:30 to 2 on Friday at Huntington University’s Social Centre. The event, hosted by the University, aimed to create awareness, promote the value, and celebrate the study and practice of Gerontology.
January 10, 2008. Death of Former Huntington Chancellor
With great sadness, Huntington University announces the passing of a dear friend and colleague, Mr. Theodore K. Jewell, on January 4, 2008. He was 76.
“As a former Chancellor of Huntington University, Mr. Jewell was a major figure in the development of our institution,” says Dr. Kevin McCormick, President of Huntington University. “He played an important role in our campus community and his enthusiasm and charisma will be sorely missed by all of those who had the opportunity to meet him. On behalf of the Huntington University community, I wish to extend my condolences to the family, friends and former colleagues of Mr. Theodore Jewell."
Before serving as Chancellor of Huntington University, Mr. Jewell worked as a Vice-Principal at Kapuskasing District High School, as Councillor and later as Mayor of Kapuskasing for 15 years. He also served as an organist to the congregations at Paisely Memorial United Church in Guelph, First United Church in Timmins as well as at Kapuskasing United Church for a total of 53 years of dedicated service in church music.
November 23, 2007. Fourth-Year Students Present Research Topics in Gerontology
At a special thesis presentation, students and members of the community at large had the opportunity to explore current issues in gerontological studies by meeting fourth-year students involved in a number of research projects. The topics included meeting the palliative care needs of older adults in Muskoka, the attitudes of older adults towards alternative medicine, developing a tool to measure the appropriateness of animal-assisted therapy in long-term care, implementation of a fall prevention clinic, and formal caregivers' attitudes and perceptions of spiritual care of the elderly in long-term care. The all-day event was sponsored by Huntington's Gerontology Department.
November 8, 2007. Convocation of Huntington University
An Honorary Degree, a Fellowship, and scholarships were awarded at the University’s Fall Convocation on Thursday, Nov. 8, at Lautenslager Hall, Huntington University.
David Giuliano and Elaine Brummer were awarded an Honorary Doctor of Divinity and a Fellowship of Huntington University, respectively.
Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Elaine Brummer came along with her family to Canada in 1990. Since her arrival, she has served 15 years of voluntary work with local branches of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Meals on Wheels and the Cancer Centre. In more recent years, Elaine has been involved with the Elgin Street Mission where she regularly prepares and serves hot meals. As well, Elaine serves as a Pastoral Care Staff Associate at St. Andrew’s Church, where she implemented the Friendly Visitor’s Program for the residents of St. Andrew’s Place.
Today, Elaine says that she “feels privileged and honoured to visit the residents of St. Andrew’s, many of whom she regards as extended family members.” Working for years as a secretary in a number of industries, Elaine fulfilled a life-long dream of going to university after graduating from Huntington University’s Gerontology programs (Certificate in Gerontology) in 2002 and (Bachelor of Arts Degree, cum laude) in 2005.
During her studies, she was awarded with the Donald and Anita Thompson Memorial Scholarship for her high achievement and significant contribution to the Gerontology Program from Huntington University. Elaine also received a Certificate in Pastoral Care from Manitou Conference and Huntington University.
The Right Rev. David Giuliano received an Honorary Degree as Doctor of Divinity. Originally from Marathon, David was ordained in 1987 by the London Conference until he was elected Moderator in August 2006. He served St. John's Pastoral Charge in Marathon, where he had been settled in 1987. In Marathon, David was active in community development. He was the founding chairperson of several groups, including a regional restorative justice program, a community food bank/thrift store co-operative program; a school community council as well as the local Four Colours Anti-Racism Committee. He was also chair of the Marathon Sick Children's Fund and co-chair of the municipal Community Development Committee.
David describes himself as a continuous learner. His degrees include Bachelor of Arts, Master of Divinity, Master of Theology, and Master of Science in Adult and Experiential Learning. He has completed a year of Clinical Pastoral Education, Ministry of Supervision training, and a certificate in Spiritual Direction. In 2006, he completed a certificate in Expressive Arts from Fleming College in Haliburton, Ontario. Presently, he is a member of a Peer Learning Group through Columbia Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia.
David has served the United Church in a variety of roles, including chairing Ministry Personnel and Education at presbytery, working with the Conference Communication, Education and Justice Committee, and helping with presbytery youth. He has offered theological reflection in several courts of the church, and has also been on the General Council Executive, its Sub-Executive, the Executive of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, and the Christian Outreach and Social Action Committee of Cambrian Presbytery.
Nov. 8, 2007. Installation of New Chancellor of Huntington University
Dr. Edward (Ted) Conroy was installed as the new Chancellor of Huntington University at its Convocation on Nov. 8. He succeeds the Rev. Dr. Murray Arnill, who accepted the position of University Chaplain.
Dr. Conroy has a wealth of experience and extensive community interests. In addition to working as senior counsel in Conroy Trebb Scott Hurtubise LLP firm in Sudbury, he holds the appointed title of Adjunct Professor in the Department of Forensic Science at Laurentian University. In 1994, he was awarded the Honourary Degree of Doctor of Sacred Letters on behalf of Huntington University for his role as one of the original twelve founders of the University. As Chancellor, Dr. Conroy is the ceremonial head of the institution.
(From left) Jim Young, Chair of the Huntington University Board of
Regents, Dr. Edward (Ted) Conroy, Chancellor of Huntington University, and
Dr. Kevin McCormick, President of Huntington University.
Sept. 28, 2007. Statement from the Huntington University Senate on the
Academic Boycott of Israeli Universities
Whereas the British University and College Union resolved (May 30, Motion 30) to vote, by November, on a call by Palestinian trade unions to boycott all Israeli academic institutions, claiming that Israeli academics are complicit in “annexation, illegal settlement, collective punishment and restriction of movement” in Palestinian lands.
Whereas the proposed U.C.U. boycott would deny the fundamental academic principle of freedom of speech and enquiry, in shutting down open dialogue with Israeli academics, with the boycott prohibiting collaborative research with Israeli academics, or allowing them to participate in conferences, or accepting their work for publication in books and journals.
Whereas the potential boycott has already been opposed by over twenty Canadian universities to date, and it is crucial for Canadian Universities, Huntington University among them, to uphold academic values and align themselves with other institutions and organizations, world-wide, in defending the open exchange of ideas among academics.
Whereas Huntington University with its longstanding ties with the United Church of Canada, affirms the United Church’s position, which demands a process of open dialogue between the State of Israel and the Palestinian authorities, so as to end the hostilities between Israel and Palestine and to initiate a just resolution of the claims of both sides.
Be It Moved that the Senate of Huntington University opposes a boycott of Israeli academia and academic institutions, thus standing in solidarity with academic communities in Canada and around the world who hold that freedom to debate ideas, to listen and to learn from the views of others, is fundamental to the existence of universities; and is more likely, in a pluralistic world, to resolve conflicts and lead to mutual understanding, than simply closing down dialogue.
The Senate of Huntington University authorizes President Kevin McCormick to express disapproval, on behalf of Huntington, of the contemplated boycott of all Israeli academic institutions by the University and College Union of the U.K, with this statement being posted on the University's web site.
Sept. 20, 2007. Alzheimer Coffee Break
The Gerontology Department at Huntington University hosted this event to help raise money in support of the Alzheimer Society. Over $500 was collected to support local programs and services for people with Alzheimer's disease.
Sept. 19, 2007. Job Postings for Communication Studies
The Communication Studies Department has posted two jobs for sessional instructors in the program. Details are on the Department's home page.
Sept. 13, 2007. Meditation Classes with Don Laframboise
The Huntington Centre for Holistic Health is once again sponsoring meditation classes with Don Laframboise. Classes are being held Thursday evenings at the Huntington Social Centre from 5:30 to 7:30 pm for the next twelve weeks beginning Sept. 13. For further information, please call Joanne Stevens at 671-2231 or 673-4126 ext. 248 (messages only).
June 30, 2007. Trial Subscription to ComAbstracts
The Huntington library has placed a subscription to ComAbstracts. This excellent online resource includes article abstracts, books, bibliographic records, and other sources of relevance to researchers, scholars, and students interested in fields related to communication studies (e.g., mass communication, human interaction, rhetoric, health communication, communication and new media, journalism, and communication history).
May 29-June 2, 2007. Convocation of Laurentian University
At this year's convocation, 2,028 students graduated from Laurentian University, including from our programs at Huntington. The graduates joined the 35,000 others who have received a degree from Laurentian since 1960.
From Tuesday, May 29 to Saturday, June 2, nine ceremonies were held at the Fraser Auditorium. Honorary doctorates were also conferred on Bruce Mau, Minnijean Brown Trickey, Pierre Bélanger, John Cunningham and Robert Sawyer.
May 15-16, 2007. Pilot Program on Dementia Care
Laurentian University’s Gerontology Department offered Montessori-Based Dementia Programming®, an event co-sponsored by Huntington University and the Sudbury Manitoulin Dementia Network. The two-day workshop, which was the first of its kind in the North, took place at Huntington University’s Social Centre on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 15-16, 2007.
The Montessori-Based Dementia Programming® (MBDP) provides innovative methods of working with older adults with cognitive and/or physical impairments. Workshop participants learn about the basic principles of MBDP, along with practical “hands-on” techniques aimed at enhancing the quality of life in dementia. The keynote speaker at the training workshop was Gail Elliot, Assistant Director of the Centre for Gerontological Studies at McMaster University.
“Research into this area of study has provided clear evidence of increased levels of engagement and participation in activities when MBDP approaches are implemented with persons suffering from dementia,” says Dr. Birgit Pianosi, Chair of the Gerontology program at Huntington University. “With this inaugural experiential workshop, we hope to provide those caring for older adults with the opportunity to put the concepts into practice in their respective work environments.”
The Gerontology Department hosted a day to discuss Gerontology at the Huntington Social Centre. The day began with a short address by Dr. Birgit Pianosi, Chair of the Gerontology program, who spoke about the present state of the profession. She was followed by Prof. Lorraine Mercer, who discussed current trends in international Gerontology education. Students, graduates and guests also made presentations about the importance of and need for Gerontology professionals in the community.
March 6, 2007. The Celtic Way
Prof. Diane Beck's class on Christianity and the Celtic experience offered a cultural presentation on Celtic art and hymns on Tuesday evening. The evening included Irish and Scottish Highland dancing, music, songs, stories, and displays. Tea and bannock were also served at this event, which was open to the community.
January 16, 2007. Meditation Classes with Don Laframboise
The Huntington Centre for Holistic Health is once again sponsoring meditation classes with Don Laframboise. Classes are being held Thursday evenings at the Huntington Social Centre from 5 to 7 pm beginning Jan. 18 until the end of the term. Everyone is welcome. No registration is necessary.
January 15, 2007. "The Manitou Collection: Celebrating the Spirit of the People” Commemorates Apology of The United Church of Canada.
Native artist Leland Bell (Bebaminojmat) gave an informal talk on his participation in the Manitou Collection Art Tour during a special presentation about the project at Huntington University on Monday morning, Jan. 15.
Featuring thirty-eight paintings, prints and drawings by nine Manitoulin artists, the tour was conceived by the Manitou Conference of The United Church of Canada. The tour commemorates the twentieth anniversary of the church's apology for its role in the administration of Indian Residential Schools.
The collection was exhibited at M'Chigeeng First Nation, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, and Haileybury during 2006. It is also scheduled for an exhibition in Sudbury from May 14 to June 3, 2007 at the Fielding Park in Lively.
Slides of the Manitou Collection were shown, including twenty-four paintings by Leland Bell. United Church spokesman Rev. Will Kunder and Huntington University President Dr. Kevin McCormick also spoke at the gathering.
November 2, 2006. Installation of Dr. Kevin McCormick at Fall 2006 Convocation
The university community was on hand for the ceremony to install Dr. Kevin McCormick as President of Huntington University at the University’s Fall 2006 Convocation on Thursday, November 2, at St. Andrew’s United Church in Sudbury. The same evening, fellowships and an honorary degree were also awarded. Andrew Vujnovich was awarded a Doctor of Sacred Letters from the University, while Charlotte Johnson and Ronald Warwick received Honorary Fellowships.
Andrew Vujnovich is an accomplished entrepreneur and enterprise consultant. After graduating with a B.A. from Laurentian University and a B.Ed. from the University of Toronto, Andrew’s work has taken him across North America, the Caribbean and Hong Kong.
Acknowledged by Human Resources Canada as the “1990 Practitioner of the Year,” Andrew has served on the Board of Governors of Laurentian University and on the Board of Regents of Huntington University. He also serves as CEO of LXx Consulting, as Senior Advisor to the association of Career Professionals of Canada and is a founding director of COED - Creating Opportunities for Employment Development. Andrew believes and can often be heard saying, “together we are nurturing and growing tomorrow’s caregivers and leaders.”
A lifelong resident of northeastern Ontario, Charlotte Johnson is a retired teacher, an active volunteer and a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Having taught in schools during the Second World War, she continued to work in local schools as a supply teacher and eventually worked in a school library. She has also served as a school board trustee and is currently the chair of the majority language section for the District School Board Ontario North East.
In addition, Charlotte has held offices at all levels of the Women’s Institutes and is a past president of the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario and a past president-elect of the Federated Women’s Institutes of Canada. Charlotte also has longstanding service with her local United Church as a trustee, council chair and choir member.
Recently retired, Ron Warwick was a successful trust officer and investment advisor for many years, providing invaluable service to local financial organizations. A firm believer in community service, Ron has served in many positions with St. Andrew’s United Church, including chairperson of its committee of stewards as well as treasurer and chairperson of its finance and property committees. In 1972, he became a charter director of St. Andrew’s Place and is currently its director emeritus and president.
Ron served the Laurentian University community as a past member of its pension committee and as a former Laurentian University board of governor representing Huntington University. He also has been actively involved with community organizations such as the Sudbury Theatre Centre.
October 16, 2006. All You Can Eat: Spaghetti Fundraiser
The Huntington University Communication Society hosted a successful All You Can Eat gourmet spaghetti fundraiser on Monday evening. The event was held at Respect is Burning, located in the heart of downtown Sudbury on Durham Street.
October 5, 2006. Introduction to Meditation
Scientific research on meditation over the last forty years informs us that twenty minutes of meditation twice a day improves your overall physical, mental and emotional health. Whether you are looking for improved learning ability, protection against heart disease and cancer, improvements in your relationships, or the ability to have a good night sleep, meditation offers you benefits in all these areas and many more.
Don Laframboise learned Transcendental Meditation from Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1973, has been meditating and studying different forms of meditation for the last thirty-three years, and has been teaching meditation in Sudbury for the last eleven years. He is currently also teaching on Manitoulin Island, North Bay, Pembroke and Ottawa. Hundreds of people participate in his beginner and advanced classes every year.
Huntington’s Holistic Centre is offering an introductory course on meditation that began Thursday, Oct. 5. The ten-week course is free and will be held every Thursday from 5:30 until 7 pm in the Social Centre at Huntington University. For further information, please contact Joanne Stevens, Director, Huntington Holistic Centre at 673-4126, ext. 248.
September 22, 2006. Reg Schwager Jazz Concert
Acclaimed jazz guitarist Reg Schwager, who grew up in Sudbury, was at the Huntington Social Centre on Friday evening to kick off this year's Laurentian Concert Series. Schwager also gave a jazz workshop at noon the same day at Huntington. Schwager began his studies as a child with Bin Rinaldo, who teaches jazz guitar part-time in the Laurentian Music program. He has since gone on to share the stage with jazz luminaries such as Diana Krall, Peter Appleyard and George Shearing. At this concert he was joined by pianist Tony Simpkin, bassist Brian Quebec, and tenor saxophonist Allan Walsh.
September 5, 2006. Annual Administration/Student Dinner
Huntington President Dr. Kevin McCormick hosted the annual administration/student dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 5, at the Social Centre. The event welcomes new and returning students to the Huntington residence. They also meet the Huntington faculty.
June 16, 2006. Archival Papers of Rev. Dr. J.C. Cochrane
The Huntington library has received a donation of papers pertaining to Rev. Dr. J.C. Cochrane. The papers include Cochrane's memoirs, poetry, and sermons, as well as The Man Who Paddled Stern, a 144-page biography of Cochrane written by the donor, Murray Binsted.
John Crawford Cochrane was born on Manitoulin Island in 1878. The son of a pioneer family, Cochrane was minister of Trinity United Church in North Bay from 1925 to 1929, when he became Superintendent of Missions for northern Ontario and northern Quebec. In 1942 he became Secretary of the Board of Pensions. An outdoorsman, raconteur and author, Cochrane published in 1934 Trails and Tales of the North Land, a wide-ranging history of the early days of northeastern Ontario. He died in North Bay in 1961.
May 5, 2006. Huntington Appoints New President
The Board of Regents of Huntington University announced the appointment of Dr. Kevin McCormick as President of Huntington University effective July 1, 2006. Dr. McCormick holds a B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology, a M.A. in Sociology, and a Ph.D. in Sociology.
“Kevin brings a wealth of academic and administrative experience to the position through his work at York University and Georgian College in Barrie,” said Rhonda Lakanen, co-Chair of the Search Committee. “We welcome him and his family to Huntington University, to the Laurentian Campus and to the Sudbury community.”
Dr. McCormick was formerly Dean of the Institute of University Partnerships and Advanced Studies at Georgian College, having previously held the positions of Director of the Institute of Applied Research and Innovation, Coordinator of the Justice and Public Safety Institute, and the Coordinator of the Laurentian University/Georgian College undergraduate degree programs. He has been instrumental in developing current articulation agreements with Laurentian University and Georgian College, as well as with other institutions of higher learning. Dr. McCormick has been the recipient of numerous international honours and awards, including the prestigious Canadian Professor of the Year honour. He hails from Barrie and is married with two children.
Dr. McCormick will be replacing Dr. Doug Joblin, who is retiring after a 30-year career at Huntington in administrative and teaching positions, including the last five years as President.
March 16, 2006. Laurentian Jazz Ensembles
The Huntington Social Centre was the venue for the annual concert of the Laurentian jazz ensembles on Thursday evening. The Big Band, Sax Quartet and Jazz Combos played music of Duke Ellington, Lennie Niehaus, Sammy Nestico and others. The event was followed by the final music night of the Laurentian University Music Association.
February 11, 2006. Jazz Concert with Kelly Perras
The house was packed for Toronto jazz vocalist Kelly Perras, who returned to her hometown of Sudbury to present an evening of jazz standards at the Huntington Social Centre. Perras was accompanied by saxophonist Allan Walsh, pianist Tony Simpkin, bassist Brian Quebec, and drummer Tony Jurgilas. Earlier the same day, Perras also gave a workshop on jazz versus classical singing. Both events were sponsored by the Laurentian Music Department.
February 7, 2006. Meditation for Beginners
The Huntington Centre for Holistic Health sponsored a twelve-week series of classes on meditation for beginners. The classes commenced on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 in Room T140, Thorneloe University. Don Lamframboise, a well-known local expert on transcendental meditation, provided the instruction.
February 1, 2006. Ratification of Collective Agreement
Andrew Vujnovich, Chair of the Board of Regents, and Douglas Joblin, President-Principal of Huntington University, have announced that the Board of Regents and the Laurentian University Faculty Association - Huntington have ratified their first collective agreement. The Board voted in favour of the new agreement on Jan. 19, and the union did likewise on Jan. 20.
"Appreciation is expressed to the negotiating team who worked diligently to develop and fashion this first agreement for full-time and sessional members," said the Board in a press release. "It will help strength the relationship between the Board and faculty to enhance our mission as a small, federated, liberal arts university to grow the leaders of tomorrow."
January 9, 2006. Search for President - Huntington University
Huntington University, federated with Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario, provides a liberal arts education within the growing Laurentian context, and residence life that encourages student growth and leadership. Huntington offers undergraduate programming in Communication Studies, Gerontology, Ethics, Philosophy, Religious Studies and Theology. The President provides leadership and overall strategic direction for the operation of the academic and business affairs of Huntington University in an environment of exciting change. At the top of the agenda are championing a sense of distinctive identity for Huntington University, increasing enrolment, raising funds for, and building a new classroom building that will accommodate the class size needs of the future, and providing quality programming and life skills leadership training as part of residence life. The ideal candidate has demonstrated success in leadership, within either an academic setting or business environment. The President has an ability to foster a positive, open, cooperative academic institution focused on learning, the development and dissemination of knowledge, and student development. Candidates may come from a variety of backgrounds. Typically, candidates will have an earned doctorate or highest credential in their discipline, along with an outstanding record of achievement in teaching, research/scholarly activity and service. The Search Committee is also prepared to consider individuals with different career paths that have provided equivalent experiences. Huntington University is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Should you want to learn more about this unique leadership opportunity, call Alex Verdecchia or Libby Dybikowski at (604) 913-7768 or forward your CV, a letter of introduction and the names of three referees in confidence to Provence Consulting Inc., Suite 202, 1555 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC, V7V 1H9. Fax: (604) 913-835. Email: search@provenceconsulting.com. Apply on-line: www.provenceconsulting.com.
January 28, 2006. The Indigo Evolution
The Huntington University Holistic Centre was involved with sponsoring the premiere of The Indigo Evolution: A Documentary by James Twyman, at the Fraser Auditorium, Laurentian University. Huntington faculty member Joanne Stevens also helped organize the event.
January 27, 2006. DJ Battle
In a Huntington first, the Huntington University Communications Society sponsored a DJ Battle featuring local DJ's Ashcash, Evidence, Frost, Sikdj4u, Teknojunkie, and Guido, with special guest Mozes. Hosted by DJ Willis, there were four rounds with DJ Ashcash wowing the crowd to win the final round. Mozes also demonstrated his talents with the microphone. One hundred people attended.
December 12, 2005. Transfer of Music Program
Huntington University President Douglas Joblin and Laurentian University President Judith Woodsworth were on hand for the public signing of papers that formally transferred the Music Department to Laurentian University on Monday afternoon. The ceremony took place at the Brenda Wallace Reading Room of the Laurentian library. Laurentian now assumes responsibility for the program and faculty complement. Equipment and music-related library holdings will also be transferred from Huntington once the Department relocates to the new Education building that is set to open in 2007. Huntington will continue to provide the facilities for the program until then.
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