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Athletics+Technology+Academics=The new equation for belonging-SMU Esports

For many students, school environments can mean getting lost rather than allowing one to find their own path. It’s important to focus on personalized learning, building campus community, and cultivating a sense of belonging for all students, especially those at who are at a higher risk for dropping out. Establishing community both in and out … Continue reading "Athletics+Technology+Academics=The new equation for belonging-SMU Esports"

May 15, 2023

McMaster University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy – “MacCheck” Vaccine Validation

Transferability  In August 2021, following a prolonged period of remote work and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, McMaster University determined it would implement a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy as part of its health and safety strategy to return to campus. With only three weeks’ lead time before the Fall term, a cross-functional team of professionals led … Continue reading "McMaster University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy – “MacCheck” Vaccine Validation"

May 15, 2023

Innovative Modular Student Housing Solution

Economic inflation in Kamloops has generated an increased demand for affordable housing in the City of Kamloops. Enrollment at TRU has grown exponentially, creating heightened demand for student residences. Current on-campus student housing is at maximum capacity forcing students to rent affordable housing in the community, creating an overall shortage of rental accommodations in Kamloops. … Continue reading "Innovative Modular Student Housing Solution"

May 15, 2023

Tackling Fraud with a Re-engineered Internal Assurance Approach to Enhance Protection of Students’ Interests

In 2021, the University of British Columbia’s Office of Enterprise Risk and Assurance (ERA) performed a fraud risk review engagement for the Vice-President, Students portfolio (VPS) with a trailblazing approach that significantly contributed to strengthening its fraud risk management capabilities at all levels. This game-changing approach involved a coherent collaboration between the Internal Assurance (IA) … Continue reading "Tackling Fraud with a Re-engineered Internal Assurance Approach to Enhance Protection of Students’ Interests"

May 15, 2023

A Powerful Organizational Health Index Developed by and for the Université de Sherbrooke Community

The Université de Sherbrooke custom-developed an organizational health index (OHI) in 2020 for, and in conjunction with, its community. Spearheaded by the institution’s senior administration, the initiative was an ambitious one, and its success was contingent on obtaining the buy-in and commitment of community members. A questionnaire was sent to the entire university community to … Continue reading "A Powerful Organizational Health Index Developed by and for the Université de Sherbrooke Community"

May 15, 2023

Descriptive Title of Proposal: Merging Université Laval’s Student Placement Services and Continuing Education Department

Université Laval used to have a Student Placement Services (SPLA) unit dedicated to working with students and alumni to foster their career development. Beyond its internships and practica, which were effectively incorporated into the academic pathways of various programs, the other employment-related activities and services available through SPLA were quite far removed from curriculum and … Continue reading "Descriptive Title of Proposal: Merging Université Laval’s Student Placement Services and Continuing Education Department"

May 15, 2023

Smart Lockers at Wilfrid Laurier University

In 2021, Wilfrid Laurier University became the first Canadian university to adopt the newly launched Pitney Bowes ParcelPoint™ Smart Lockers.  The successful pilot at the Waterloo campus has already led to expansion of the smart lockers to the Brantford campus. Investing into this innovative technology has enabled Distribution Services to change its delivery model for … Continue reading "Smart Lockers at Wilfrid Laurier University"

June 15, 2022

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