The University of Windsor will issue a call this week for contractors to convert the University Bookstore space in the Odette Building to classrooms, meeting rooms and study and gathering spaces for business students.

According to architectural designs, the $3-million project will include:

• a 100-seat tiered classroom;
• a 60-seat tiered classroom;
• a seminar and lounge area;
• student study areas and break-out meeting rooms.

In addition, three team project centres will provide space for regional economic development initiatives.

Under the plan approved by the board, the Bookstore will vacate the space in October and construction will be complete by spring 2013.

Athletics director Gord Grace was recognized by his peers yesterday for leading his department through a transformation that has helped to bring the University of Windsor to the forefront of Canadian university athletics.

Grace received the International Athletics Director of the Year Award from the US-based National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics during a luncheon at its annual convention in Dallas. The association represents more than 6,500 college athletics administrators at 1,600 institutions throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Among the accomplishments it cited in honouring Grace were:

• the success of Lancer varsity teams, including three national championships in 2011, seven squads ranked in the country’s top 10 that season, and individual student-athletes winning provincial and national recognition;
• a campus recreation and intramurals sports program praised for its excellence in diversity of programs and student opportunities; and
• improved athletic facilities that include a new outdoor stadium and the Forge Fitness Centre.

Grace has also taken on leadership in his profession, recently completing a term as president of Ontario University Athletics and serving on the Canadian Interuniversity Sport board of directors.

This winter, he will be back on the international stage as he serves as the chef de mission for Canada’s entry into the 26th FISU World University Games in Trentino, Italy, December 11 to 21.

Read “Gord Grace named NACDA International Athletics Director of the Year” at goLancers.ca.

Who knew that windmills are territorial? According to an article published online this week by the Ontario Council on University Research, UWindsor researcher Rupp Carriveau did—and his work can turn that knowledge into better wind farms.

Placed too close together, turbines interfere with one another, reducing their overall efficiency, but Dr. Carriveau, an associate professor in civil and environmental engineering, is working to determine how strategic placement can exploit the windmills’ wakes to increase power generation.

The article “A flock of windmills,” by Toronto-based writer Patchen Barss, explains how Carriveau is drawing on the strategies employed by migrating geese and other flocking birds to capitalize on the air disturbances caused by their neighbours’ wings to make their own flight more efficient.

Its publication in a blog is part of the Research Matters campaign, a collaboration among Ontario’s 21 universities to find new ways to tell stories about how research is changing lives. The campaign aims to provide wider access to Ontario researchers and their work in an effort to demonstrate the importance of university research to the general public.

Read the full article on the Research Matters Web site. The site will regularly publish articles on research in all sorts of disciplines from every Ontario university; readers may check back for updates.

Her record of professional and community service has earned drama professor emeritus Diana Mady Kelly the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.

She was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the Windsor area and the theatre community throughout Canada at a ceremony June 18 at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall. The Canadian government created the medal to mark significant achievements in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation.

Kelly was cited for her educational leadership, under which the UWindsor School of Dramatic Art grew to be one of Canada’s largest and most prestigious. 

She is a recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s excellence in teaching award, an Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations award for outstanding contributions to university teaching, and the Association for Theater in Higher Education teaching award.

Soccer fans hoping to join a crowd to watch the championship match in the 2012 Euro Cup tournament are in luck—the International Student Society is hosting a screening of the game Sunday, July 1, starting at 2:30 p.m. in the International Student Centre, on the second floor of Laurier Hall.

“We will welcome everyone that wants to watch,” says Enkel Doci,, the society’s vice-president administration. “In addition, we will provide soft drinks and snacks for those that show up.”

He calls the Union of European Football Associations tournament one of the world’s biggest soccer events.

“I hope many fans show up and cheer for their favourite team so we can bring the atmosphere and feel the excitement of this event to the International Student Centre on Sunday!” says Doci.

A video compilation of this year’s School of Music performances shows the wide range of instruments and genres explored by its students and faculty.

Produced by operations manager Trevor Pittman, the video is featured in the 2012 edition of the e-Music News & Notes newsletter.

Watch the video now:

The University has declared a medical treadmill and a polygraph machine for sale by bid as Disposal File 877. Please click here for details.

University of Windsor offices will close Monday, July 2, in observance of the Canada Day statutory holiday.

Summer session classes will begin Tuesday, July 3.

DailyNews will publish Tuesday and Thursday, July 3 and 5, before returning to its Monday and Thursday summer publication schedule.

The weather was perfect for kayaking, UWindsor staffer Susan McKee said of the 2012 Summerfest Detroit River Paddle on Saturday, June 23. McKee, publicity coordinator in the School of Music, was one of a group of canoeists and kayakers taking part in the two-hour event, paddling more than 13 km from Kayak Cove east of the Little River to McKee Park, just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

“Virtually no wind, 24 degrees and low humidity,” noted McKee. “It doesn’t get any better!”

Find more photos on the Windsor-Essex Canoe Club’s Facebook page.

National holidays complicate shipments from US

People on campus taking shipment of perishables from the United States over the next week should time their arrival to avoid holiday closures, advises the UWindsor finance department.

The University’s customs warehouse in Dearborn, Michigan, will open as usual on Monday, July 2, but because the University will close that day, perishable shipments should arrive no later than Thursday, June 28, to get to their campus destinations before the weekend.

The warehouse will close for Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4. To ensure that perishable goods arrive to the University safely, the finance department suggests they be delivered to the warehouse between Monday, July 9, and 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 11.

Campus flags were lowered Wednesday, June 27, in memory of retiree Roseann (Nora) Ramsay, who died June 17 at her home in Brampton.

She commenced working for the University of Windsor in 1963 as a secretary in the Department of Chemistry. In 1975, she was promoted to secretary to the dean of arts, a position she held until her retirement in 1992. For details, read her obituary online.

The following positions are available through Human Resources.

The following Non Union Administration positions are available to all applicants through Human Resources.

#2012-NU-10 ESL Instructor (Part-time, 24 hours or less) — Temporary/Contract, in the Centre for English Language Development, July 13 to August 27, 2012 (two positions)
The following posting closes Thursday, July 5, 2012.

The positions to be filled will be teaching the English for Academic Preparation Program (EAPP). This program is geared for international students who have been accepted to one of the following graduate programs: Master’s of Management or Master’s of Engineering (Automotive).

Persons interested are encouraged to review the full job advertisement at www.uwindsor.ca/employment. Your resume, and cover letter and a copy of your TESL/TEFL/TESOL Certification or the equivalent can be submitted to the Department of Human Resources or employment@uwindsor.ca, quoting posting reference number 2012-NU-10.

#2012-NU-11 Student Success Coordinator (Temporary part-time position of up to 24 hours per week for approximately one year) in the Odette School of Business
The following posting closes on Friday, July 6, 4 p.m.

The Student Success Coordinator will be responsible for working within the Odette Student Success Centre framework to improve undergraduate student retention at the Odette School of Business. The primary focus is on evaluating and identifying students in danger of withdrawing from the business curriculum and providing them with support (through various means) to enable their retention and eventual success

Persons interested are encouraged to review the full job advertisement at www.uwindsor.ca/employment Your resume, and cover can be submitted to the Department of Human Resources or employment@uwindsor.ca, quoting posting reference number 2012-NU-11.

Please note: The University of Windsor accepts resumes for current postings only.

The following union positions are available to internal bargaining unit members only. Bargaining unit members interested in these positions are requested to apply in writing by completing an 'Application for Transfer' form and forwarding it to: Department of Human Resources on or before 4 p.m. on the posting closing date. Please note: Union positions are covered by the union collective agreement, therefore, please be aware that we must allow our qualified unionized staff the first opportunity for transfer or promotion to these positions. This opportunity is not available to external applicants.

CAW 2458 Full Time

#2012-FT-16 Secretary to the Academic Integrity Officer ‘8’ in Student & International Affairs
The following posting closes Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at 4 p.m.

The Secretary to the Academic Integrity Officer (AIO) is responsible for supporting the AIO in the efficient organization, smooth operation, and coordination of all activities in the Academic Integrity Office.

CAW 2458 PART-TIME – Office and Clerical Unit

#2012-PT-02 Accounting Clerk ‘7’ (Part-time) in the Department of Finance; hours of work: (up to a maximum of 24 hours per week) 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday — schedule may vary as required
The following posting closes Wednesday, July 4, 2012, at 4 p.m.

This position is responsible for supporting the Financial Reporting Manager in their accounting and administrative responsibilities. Areas under the jurisdiction of the Financial Reporting Manager include; accounting and reporting for investments, cash, and external debt.

CUPE 1393

#2012-13-09 Career Development Coordinator ‘VI’ in the Centre for Career Education
The following posting closes on Friday, July 6, 2012

Reporting to the Director of the Centre for Career Education, this position develops, coordinates and assesses career-related programs, services and resources on campus. The successful applicant will be responsible for meeting the career development needs of students and recent alumni in all programs through the provision of a wide variety of activities including workshops, class presentations, individual appointments, on-line resources and social media applications, mock interviews and interest assessment. Topics include but are not limited to career planning, job search skills, labour market information, resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, negotiating salaries, professional school applications and more. Additional responsibilities include overseeing an employment posting system, specialized programming for identified student groups and a Peer Career Educator Program. Coordination of a number of events is also required (e.g. a Job Fair, a Continuing Education Fair, a Career Expo, employer information sessions and program-specific employment events). This position acts as the point of contact not only for students, but for hiring employers and faculty and must also successfully build and maintain relationships with campus and community partners.