News + Notices Archive 2023
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A special holiday video message from Dean Marvin Washington
Watch as Dean Marvin Washington shares a story and a heartfelt wish with our college community
U of A community mourns longtime friend and supporter Dr. Peter Kule
Local philanthropist leaves behind a remarkable legacy of generosity
CSSH members reach significant service milestones
Members recognized for decades of noteworthy contributions to education, research and support for the social sciences and humanities
Recognizing this year’s Insight Grant recipients
Congratulations to 16 recipients from the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
Beyond the stage: The impact of Gordon Hirabayashi’s story
A showing of Holds These Truths and panel discussion to be part of upcoming human rights convention
New study counters ‘confidence gap’ stereotype for women entrepreneurs
Women and men are equally accurate in gauging their entrepreneurial ability, according to research by Jennifer Jennings (Business) and colleagues.
College alumni, faculty and staff rank among the Top 40 Under 40 for 2023
EDify magazine recently released its annual list, and 13 of this year’s recipients are members of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities community.
Several CSSH members named 2023 Killam endowment recipients
Awards honour the academic excellence of doctoral students, postdoctoral fellows and professors.
Lit sounds: U of A experts help rescue treasure trove of audio cultural history
Professor and librarian team up to salvage tens of thousands of lost recordings across North America.
Impressive number of CSSH scholars seek Insight Grants
From Indigenous rights to ancient Norse literature, researchers have innovative proposals for this year’s Insight Grant competition.
The launch of a landmark reintegration study
New project by the Centre for Criminological Research will be the first to examine post-prison reintegration in a Canadian context.
A look at our recent SupplyNet workshop
The session met the specific needs and interests of Principal Investigators, Research Managers, Research Coordinators and other administrative personnel within our college.
Accounting for the social cost of climate change
Law professor makes the case for a carbon levy to compensate those most adversely affected.
Inside the mind of the machine
Researchers are tapping into psychology to improve AI — and better understand its implications on how we think, feel and interact. Article includes insights from a digital humanities, business and music experts.
Introducing the Black-led Research Network Initiative
Initiative aims to build a strong research community for Black researchers at the U of A and beyond.
The College of Social Sciences & Humanities recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
A list of events from our faculties that honour this significant day.
Faculty find encouragement through new SSHRC application re-examination process
Initiative offers applicants assistance for revising unsuccessful proposals.
Helping kids find paths to success in math
Learning reasoning skills makes it easier for K-12 students to grasp concepts — and sets them up for success all the way into future careers, say education researchers.
Leading researchers recognized by Royal Society of Canada
Professors Ubaka Ogbogu (Law) and Lianne McTavish (Arts) among seven U of A standouts making an impact.
SSHRC grant supports research on transforming teacher education with Indigenous wisdom traditions
Education professor Dwayne Donald’s work is among the U of A projects selected for federal funding.
Giving K-12 students a head start on learning about Japanese Canadian history and culture
New resource directory helps teachers introduce their students to a community that forms a vital part of Canada’s cultural fabric.
Ukrainian scholar, Serhii Nadobko extends residency at Faculty of Law through SAR Ukraine Fellowship award
Funding assists with research on human rights and war crimes in Ukraine.
New research could help firefighters improve their plan of attack
Putting more firefighters on the front lines in the critical first hours could increase the odds of preventing moderate fires from burning out of control, says Alberta School of Business professor.
Welcoming Dr. Helen Vallianatos as Interim Associate Dean, Education
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Vallianatos to the college.
College Corner: Checking in with College General Managers
The College General Managers provide an update on progress and plans within the Colleges.
Students gain real-world experience giving free legal assistance to emerging businesses, non-profits
New course in entrepreneurial law and volunteering offers a chance to learn outside the classroom and get guidance from lawyers.
Poland gives Ukrainian study abroad program new life
Students explore Ukrainian culture and language through neighbouring country.
College Corner: Shaping the future together
In the first story of this new series, the college deans and vice-provosts build upon their collective vision for One University.
Two historians from Faculty of Arts named to the Order of Canada
Professors Sarah Carter and Beverly Lemire receive one of nation’s highest civilian honours.
Researcher aims to improve educational experiences for students with autism
Understanding and accepting neurodivergence may empower learners to thrive at school and in the community.
PhD student wins trio of awards for first poetry collection
Dene and Métis poet Matthew James Weigel recognized for Whitemud Walking, a genre-defying journey through Edmonton’s history of colonization.
Business grad tackled pandemic isolation by creating connections — and sparking joy — for seniors and students
Inspired by her parents’ example and her experiences in the Peter Lougheed Leadership College, Samantha Gardner co-founded a thriving non-profit.
Aspiration and ‘aunties’ lift Indigenous law grad all the way to the Supreme Court
Casey Caines came to law school to become a better advocate for her child. She graduated with an offer to clerk for Canada’s first Indigenous justice — and a determination to be an advocate for First Nations peoples.
Enhancing the Research Partner Network
Scholars in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities will now have even greater research support and collaboration opportunities as the Research Partner Network expands.
Inaugural multidisciplinary podcasting bootcamp
The informative event was a collaboration between the Library's Digital Scholarship Centre, the Sound Studies Institute and the SpokenWeb.
Arts researchers take significant role in huge national project on immigration
The interdisciplinary project looks at how immigrants to Canada integrate socially, economically and spatially.
Faculty of Law Professor Prof. Ubaka Ogbogu receives New Frontiers in Research Fund Transformation Grant
The grant will support research to develop novel therapies for incurable neurological diseases.
Canadian Partnership for International Justice wins Governor General's Innovation Award
Winning team of researchers includes Faculty of Law Professor Joanna Harrington.
Ukrainian scholar Dr. Lada Tsymbala receives SAR Ukraine Fellowship award to continue research at the University of Alberta
Award will provide ongoing support for the residency and research of the Arts (MLCS) scholar.
Faculty of Law congratulates Prof. Faith Majekolagbe on grant success
Funding from two grants will support research on intellectual property and public interest.
An exciting new direction for the International Institute for Qualitative Methodology (IIQM)
IIQM is moving from its long-time home within the College of Health Sciences (Faculty of Nursing) to the College of Social Sciences and Humanities (Faculty of Arts) – and the future looks bright for the institute.
Ukrainian scholar Dr. Taras Lupul receives SAR Ukraine Fellowship award to continue research at the University of Alberta
Award will provide ongoing support for the residency and research of the scholar.
Projects bring diverse perspectives to archeology and the justice system
Sociologist Temitope Oriola and archeologist Kisha Supernant have received prestigious fellowships to examine and find solutions to pressing social problems in their fields.
Research partnership strengthened with Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto
In March, U of A president Bill Flanagan attended Ritsumeikan University to sign a memorandum of understanding between the Kule Institute for Advanced Study and the Ritsumeikan Center for Game Studies.
Brands that evoke the warm fuzzies hit the mark with lonely consumers: study
Kyle Murray (Business) co-authored a study with Soyoung Kim and Sarah Moore (both Business) that finds that as social isolation grows, people will increasingly build relationships with products that provide an emotional glow.
College Newsletter - February
This monthly newsletter will share important developments in the College, with a specific focus on the processes and services in our Offices of Education and Research.
Prof. Malcolm Lavoie publishes new book examining the economic framework of the Canadian Constitution
Trade and Commerce: Canada’s Economic Constitution fills the gap in a subject that has been neglected for decades.
Arab Spring’s rebellions upended most stereotypes about Middle East, say prominent scholars
Faculty of Arts’ interdisciplinary discussion and book launch a highlight of International Week.
Education professor encourages tomorrow’s teachers to reshape the system
With an approach rooted in her lived experience and scholarship, Giselle Thompson is striving for equitable education in both Canada and Jamaica.
Announcing the New Dean and Vice Provost of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
Dr. Marvin Washington will be the Dean and Vice-Provost of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) for a five-year term effective July 1, 2023.