Patrolling the Skies Thanks to a newly installed telescope at the U of C's Rothney Observatory, the skies above Canada and the rest of the northern regions of the globe will be closely watched for potentially threatening comets and asteroids. It may sound like hype built in a Hollywood movie, but there is an international effort to keep such an eye on possible disasters. "We want to assess the impact hazard that our civilization faces by discovering all the sizable objects in Earth-crossing orbits," says Alan Hildebrand of the Department of Geology and Geophysics. The Baker-Nunn telescope (or patrol camera) was given to the U of C by the Canadian Air Force, and because of a $500,000 retrofit project, the telescope is now a state-of-the-art research tool. In addition to patrolling northern skies, U of C faculty and graduate students in the Faculty of Science will use the telescope for various research projects. Learn more...

Our Engineering Students Win Big in the West
U of C engineers took home first place in four of seven categories at the 2005 Western Engineering Competition recently in Saskatoon. Teams demonstrated their proficiencies in several categories, including corporate design, entrepreneurial design, team design and editorial communications. This competition was a precursor to the Canadian Engineering Competition, to be held in March, which will bring together more than 150 of the top engineering students from across the country.

Building Healthier Spaces for People People and Place is a new interdisciplinary project that will look into our "built environment" and how people inhibit that space, and it recently got a boost from a $100,000 donation from prominent local architect Martin Cohos of Cohos Evamy Partners. The Faculties of Environmental Design and Social Work are working in consultation with community stakeholders to find effective solutions for the social dimensions of the built environment, including public space and access, environmentally sensitive design practices, universal housing, and suitability for different socio-economic and ethno-racial groups. "People and Place ... promotes public health, wellness, and community interaction, encouraged by thoughtful planning and design," explains social work dean Gayla Rogers. Learn more...

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Lululemon Founder to Speak in Vancouver Chances are that if you're a female who works out regularly, especially if you dabble in yoga, you likely own some lululemon athletic gear. Actually, it may be the same for men out there as well. Well, if you're a U of C alum in Vancouver on March 1 you can go hear how your fellow alumnus, Chip Wilson, started the business that's now stretching in all directions. Learn more...

Nomination Deadline Approaching for Arch Awards
The deadline is only days away for you to nominate an outstanding graduate you know for an Arch Award. Divided into the Distinguished Alumni Award and the Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award, the program recognizes alumni who have had long, distinguished careers in a particular profession or area of community service, or more recent graduates who have made an incredibly strong start in their professional lives.

To download a nomination package: www.alumni.ucalgary.ca

AIESEC Looking for Past Alumni
The Calgary chapter of AIESEC (International Association for Students of Economics and Commerce) is looking to re-connect with any University of Calgary alumni who were members of the organization during their student years. AIESEC alumni play a very important role in the organization. They have stories and experiences to share. AIESEC is planning a multitude of activities that would be strengthened by an alumni presence and would like to include as many past AIESEC members as possible. If you would like to re-connect with your student club alma mater, please contact Peter Villaneuva, AIESEC VP external relations at pjvillan@hotmail.com or aiesec@ucalgary.ca.

For more alumni news: http://www.alumni.ucalgary.ca/

There's More than Shopping at the Mall
Electrical engineers from the U of C "light up the world," and they will be lighting up Calgary malls this weekend and next. Reader's Digest Canadian Hero of the Year and U of C engineering professor David Irvine-Halliday is just back from Sri Lanka, where his world-renowned new lighting has helped in Tsunami affected areas. He'll be on hand, as will geologists and geophysicists, who will make sense of rocks, and have hands-on exhibits including petroleum and fossils. Bring your family out to the mall for some fun.

Saturday, February 26: Electrical engineers at Marlborough Mall
Sunday, February 27: Electrical engineers at Market Mall
Saturday, March 5: Geologists and geophysicists at Market Mall

Participate in Health, Wellness, and U
The university is showcasing its commitment to health and wellness from March 8 to 11. Watch out for events and coverage showing the integration of research, training, and facilities across the university that build the quality of life for Calgarians.

On Tuesday March 8, there will be campus health and recreation day passes for only $2. On Thursday, March 12 from 12:15 to 1:00 pm in Devonian Gardens, there is a brown bag lunch with Marlene Reimer of the Faculty of Nursing, suggesting we "Wake up to better health through better sleep." Dr. Reimer will look at how we can improve our well being and productivity by paying attention to our sleep needs. The event is free; just bring your lunch to the Centre Stage at Devonian Gardens.

MBA Alumni Calgary Luncheon
The next MBA Alumni Networking Luncheon will be held on Friday, March 11 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at Delta Bow Valley, Calgary. The guest speaker will be Betty K. Cooper (BFA'75). Her keynote is entitled "Speak So People Will Listen." The cost of the luncheon is $25. Register by Tuesday, March 8 by e-mailing rsvp@haskayne.ucalgary.ca or call Kristina Burgess at (403) 220-3175.

2005 Distinguished Executive Speaker Breakfast
The MBA Class of 2003's annual Distinguished Executive Speaker Breakfast will be held on Wednesday, March 23 from 7:15 to 8:45 am at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. This year's distinguished speaker is Hal Kvisle (MBA'82), president and CEO of TransCanada. Cost of the breakfast is $15. Register by Monday, March 21 by e-mailing Shawn Davis at scdavis@ucalgary.ca or phone 210-1372.

Richard F. Haskayne Speaking in Edmonton
The Haskayne School of Business Edmonton Alumni Network will present an Alumni Networking Luncheon on Wednesday, April 6 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Delta Edmonton at 10222-102nd Street. The guest speaker will be Richard F. Haskayne. The keynote is entitled "Business Ethics." Cost of the luncheon is $10 for alumni of the Haskayne School of Business, $25 for non-alumni. Register by Friday, April 1 by e-mailing rsvp@haskayne.ucalgary.ca or call Kristina Burgess at (403) 220-3175.

Risk Management and Insurance Alumni Luncheon
The Haskayne School of Business and the Executive of the Association of Risk Management and Insurance (ARMI) invite all alumni of the Haskayne Risk Management and Insurance Program to the fifth annual Alumni Luncheon. To be held on Friday, March 18 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm at the Delta Bow Valley in Calgary. The cost of the luncheon is $25. Register by Friday, March 11 by e-mailing tanis.pike@haskayne.ucalgary.ca or call (403) 220-8527.

Gathering for Engineering Alumni
The Faculty of Engineering Alumni Chapter is inviting all alumni from the faculty to the Ninth Annual Engineering Alumni Dinner on March 23 at the AeroSpace Museum (4629 McCall Way NE). Chan Wirasinghe, dean of the Faculty of Engineering will be joining in the dinner and tour of this unique museum. 6:30 reception, 7:00 dinner, and tour at 8:00. To register, call Pamela Bergsteinsson at 403.220.4195 or email engineering.alumni@ucalgary.ca. Space is limited.

For more events, go to http://www.ucalgary.ca/events/

A Little Man Power Goes a Long Way      Five years ago, John Givens, BA'95, and James Gibbins created the little software company that could. They envisioned that their unheard of Gotacopy Inc. would one day work alongside the big name computer giants to revolutionize the way government, educational institutions and venture enterprises approached the printing process. Read more...