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Sara Spencer Awards for 2012

Seven graduate students in the Social Sciences have been awarded research grants totalling $10,000 from the Sara Spencer Endowment. The awards, adjudicated by the Graduate Advisors of departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences, are designed to support applied research that focuses on Victoria’s Capital Regional District. The 2012 recipients and their
projects are:
Lesley Baker, Psychology, “Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders” ($2,100)
Erin Eadie, Psychology, “The Role of Health Risk Behaviours in the Link Between Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms and Physical Health Among Survivors of Interpersonal Trauma” ($1,200)
Sarah Hutchison, Psychology, “Obesity, Self-regulation, Executive Function, and Exercise in Young Children ($1,200)
Mary Clare Kennedy, Social Dimensions of Health, “Social and Contextual Influences of Problematic Substance Use Among Street-Involved Youth” ($1,600)
Kristina Kowalski, Psychology & School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education, “Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds” ($1,200)
Denise Mahon, Sociology, “Expanding Security Networks: A Case Study of the Victoria Integrated Community Outreach Team” ($1,200)
Hannah Roessler, Environmental Studies, “Knowledge-Shared is Resilience Built: Farmer-to-Farmer Knowledge Sharing and Adapting to Environmental Change on Southern Vancouver Island ($1,500)

Pascal Courty, Economics - May 10

Busy grocery shoppers shouldn't read this

Peter Shawn Taylor, editor-at-large at Maclean’s magazine and regular columnist for the Kitchener newspaper Waterloo Region Record, quotes UVic economist Pascal Courty in a piece today on grocery shopping.  The Record

Faces of UVic Research - Dr Bonnie Leadbeater, Psychology

 

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Truth & Reconciliation Commission - April 12

Residential school system probe in Victoria for hearings

UVic research is playing a role in the commission's regional event here in Victoria on Friday and Saturday. The Times Colonist has picked up the news about the children's art, bequeathed to UVic Art Collections and now the focus of a new community project coordinated by Andrea Walsh of UVic's anthropology department, and about the collection of digital stories compiled by UVic's Centre on Youth and Society. Times Colonist

(A UVic news tip on the school art will be posted online later this morning and will include a link to an image of one of the paintings.)

Congratulations - Social Sciences Awards of Excellence 2012

Teaching Award - April Nowell, Anthropology

Research Award - Trisalyn Nelson, Geography and Rob Walker, Political Science

Meritorious Staff Contributions Award - Barb Robers, Office of the Dean (Social Sciences)

Oustanding Community Service Award - William (Bill) Carroll, Sociology and Social Justice Studies

Photos: Flickr

CARTE - April 2

With autism, no longer invisible

UVic's new Centre for Autism Research, Technology and Education is the #1 story on CNN.com for the network's latest health coverage. April is National Autism Awareness Month (USA). CARTE co-director Joseph Sheppard is quoted extensively as is Jim Tanaka, CARTE director and a psychology professor in UVic's Faculty of Social Sciences. CNN's senior health writer met Sheppard and Tanaka at UVic during the week of the AAAS event in February.  CNN 

Jeffrey Niehaus, Psychology - Mar 29

American university professor in BC denied permanent residence in Canada due to autistic son

Postmedia News has picked up the story of Jeffrey Niehaus who has been denied permanent residency in Canada because his four-year-old son has autism.  The story has run in the National Post, Vancouver Sun, Times Colonist, The Province and Montreal Gazette.  National Post (Source: Postmedia) 

Cecilia Benoit, Sociology - Mar 28

Ontario court OKs brothels

A landmark decision by Ontario's top court means sex workers in Ontario will be able to hire drivers, bodyguards and support staff and work indoors in organized brothels or "bawdy houses," while "exploitation" by pimps remains illegal.  UVic sociologist Cecilia Benoit commented in a Times Colonist article today saying "it's a partial victory. A movement in the right direction." Benoit gave evidence in the 2010 case, which led to this latest appeal.  Times Colonist

Bill Carroll, Sociology - Mar 22

UVic hosts social justice forum

Know the media, change the media, be the media. That’s the message UVic's Social Justice Studies Program wants to get across this Sunday (March 25). “The idea is to bring (activists and journalists) together with concerned citizens and people who are just curious about the issue,” said Bill Carroll.  Saanich News

Congratulations! Stephen (english/linguistics) is the Grand Prize Winner ($500 computer store)!

Thank you to everyone who participated in IdeaFest: Passport to the Social Sciences!!

'Freedom of Information' Request Workshop
Thursday March 8 • 1:00pm until 3:00pm
UVic, GSS rm 108 (Down the hall from the Grad Lounge)

Automated UVic and Dr. Kevin Walby are offering this workshop as an opportunity to learn new means of accessing information that goes beyond the textbook and academic library database. For your information, go strait to the source: learn how to utilize the Freedom of Information legislation in your research.
Dr. Kevin Walby will be presenting a workshop on Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation and the Access to Information act (ATI) that will include a summary of why the FOI and ATI acts are useful resources, followed by an instructional lecture on how to use the FOI / ATI to retrieve information.
This will be followed by a hands-on tutorial where we will be going through the process of doing an FOI, so bring any info for projects you're looking at getting started.
Dr. Kevin Walby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology.
He is a prolific author on various subjects including surveillance and criminology, sex and sexuality, and FOI legislation. His work on FOI/ATI has two components: First, Dr. Walby uses interviews and ATI/FOI requests to investigate the application of Canadian federal and provincial ATI/FOI legislation. With Mike Larsen, he has edited a volume on ATI/FOI, law, and qualitative research methods entitled 'Brokering Access: Power, Politics and Freedom of Information Process in Canada' (with University of British Columbia Press). Second, Dr. Walby uses ATI/FOI requests to examine policy transfer between local policing and national security agencies, and information management in criminal justice institutions.
For more in info visit VIPIRG.ca or Automated UVic on Facebook

Congratulations - Lesley Baker (psychology grad student)

Psychology grad student, Lesley Baker has been recognized by the Centre for Early Childhood Research and Policy for her exemplary early childhood research. Lesley's project "Mindfulness Training for Children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)" will be showcased this Saturday, March 10th, at the 4th Annual Graduate Student Research Day (10am - 3pm at Harry Hickman Building, Room 120, UVic). Lesley will also receive a scholarship from the Centre for Early Childhood Research and Policy in recognition of her early childhood work. To register contact reach@uvic.ca or visit reach.uvic.ca

Dennis Jelinski, Geography - Mar 6

Transfer to save mountain caribou

Nineteen mountain caribou from northern BC have been transferred to join a threatened herd in the East Kootenays.  The project includes studying the interactions between the caribou and local predators, and this is where UVic's Dennis Jelinski will be involved.  BC Government News Release    

 

IdeaFest: Passport to the Social Sciences- March 5 to March 9 - Enter to WIN $500 grand prize

Pick up your passport at any department office or download and print the PDF.  For more information, please contact sosccomm@uvic.ca. 

Unit head offices are as follows: ANTH (COR B228), ECON (BEC 360), ES (SSM B243), GEOG (SSM B203), POLI (SSM A316), PSYC (COR A236) and SOC (COR A333).

Elisabeth Gugl (Economics) - Feb 23

Another UVic budget expert, Elisabeth Gugl (Economics), spoke to "Early Edition" host Rick Cluff on CBC Radio Vancouver's flagship morning program about the implications of the recently-released BC provincial budget and its impacts on the average taxpayer and families. Her comments were also on the news at 8:30 on CBC Radio Victoria's "On The Island.

And a third UVic budget expert, Jamie Lawson (Political Science), was on CBC Victoria's morning show yesterday morning also discussing the political implications of the provincial budget.

Kevin Walby (Sociology) - Feb 16 - 17

Last week CBC Radio's "As It Happens" featured Kevin Walby (Sociology) who was discussing how the CSIS and the RCMP classify some animal rights, environmental and aboriginal activists as "extremists." 

Amy Verdun (Political Science) - Feb 17

CFAX's Murray Langdon conducted a 20-minute interview with Amy Verdun (Political Science) yesterday at 10:30 a.m. regarding the Greek debt crisis.

Podcast:www.cfax1070.com click on Thursday at 10;30am

PhD candidate Chris Parsons (Political Science)

was interviewed live on CBC Radio Ottawa's morning show today at 7:20 a.m. their time, talking about the new online-surveillance bill and about general criticism that the federal government has gone too far. He was asked about systems in other countries, i.e. UK and USA, and will also be on CBC Radio One's news magazine show ('Day 6' program) airing Saturday morning.

Nancy Turner (Environmental Studies) - Feb 16

was on CFAX yesterday talking about the emPowering First Nations Symposium sponsored by the Office of Indigenous Affairs, T'Sou-Ke First Nation, Fortis BC and BC Hydro. She spoke with radio host Frank Stanford about how First Nations knowledge is a valuable tool for non-Aboriginal people to learn about how traditions can help inform a more sustainable lifestyle.  UVic News  (Chief Gordon Planes of the T'Sou-ke First Nation also spoke with CBC Radio afternoon host Jo-Ann Roberts on All Points West about the symposium.)

Colette Smart, Psychology - Feb 2

UVic researcher hopes to prove we can doctor our brain health

If you’re an older adult in Victoria, one UVic researcher and her team would like to find out exactly how you feel about your emotional and mental well-being.  Colette Smart's "ProjectSMART" study is seeking people between the ages of 65 and 80 to sign up for the course.  Monday Magazine  UVic News  

UVic Distinguished Alumni: Make It An Even Dozen - Feb 2

A Giller Prize-winning novelist and a member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame will be among 12 University of Victoria graduates to receive Distinguished Alumni Awards during the university’s fifth annual Alumni Week celebrations, from Feb. 6 - 12.
Joining Esi Edugyan and Lauren Woolstencroft will be community leaders representing all of the university’s faculties, divisions, and the libraries.
The Distinguished Alumni Awards will be presented at 7 p.m., Feb. 8 in the University Club. The award presentation is one of 16 events planned for Alumni Week. Full details are at www.alumni.uvic.ca.

2012 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients

Faculty of Social Sciences

Hon. Marion Ruth Buller Bennett, BA ‘75, LLB ‘87
Provincial Court judge and first female First Nations member of the BC judiciary

A member of Saskatchewan’s Mistawasis First Nation, the Judge Marion Ruth Buller Bennett is the first and only First Nations woman to have been appointed to the bench at any level in British Columbia. Based in Port Coquitlam, she has been a Provincial Court judge since 1994 and has presided over the First Nations Court, which she initiated, since 2006.

Condolences - Jan 26

The Faculty of Social Sciences extends its deepest condolences to the Chan family for their loss of Leo Chan. Leo, a second year political science student, passed away on January 18th after being hospitalized for meningitis. Leo was an outstanding student who had a significant impact on his fellow students and on instructors during his short time at UVic.  He will be dearly missed.

The Ring: Alok Kumar, Economics- Jan 11

Most university students don’t have their research published until they are in graduate school—not so for students in Dr. Alok Kumar’s third-year Development and Economics course. Kumar compiled his students’ research into a book—Governance, Social and Physical Infrastructure, and Development—that was recently published by Lambert Academic Publication in Germany. Read more: Undergrad Class Publishes Book On Development Economics Topics

Jim Tanaka - Tedx Victoria Talk

Autism Research and Technologies

Atlas of Wellness - Jan 4

Mapping a path to a healthier future

Recognizing urban design that discourages walking is only part of understanding why people who live in one community are healthier and fitter than people living elsewhere. UVic researchers have produced a second, expanded edition of the BC Atlas of Wellness detailing dozens of indicators to measure the building blocks of healthy communities.  Vancouver Sun

John Volpe, Environmental Studies - Jan 3

Eco-labelled farm fish offer little environmental benefit

On Boxing Day, UVic's John Volpe was featured in a Vancouver Sun article on the new study released by UVic researchers. The majority of eco-labels awarded to farmed fish fail to deliver the promised environmental benefit.  (The story also ran in the Times Colonist Dec. 28, 2011.)  Vancouver Sun

Janni Aragon, Political Science - Jan 3, 2012

Women in politics still face challenges

Janni Aragon provided comment in a local article published on New Year's Eve about challenges still faced by women in politics.  Saanich News

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ARCHIVED NEWS - 2011

 

Jim Tanaka, Psychology - Dec 19

Globe and Mail, CBC "As It Happens"

Training tool helps autistic people become face aces

Bonnie Leadbeater, Psychology - Dec 8

UVic psychologist, Dr Bonnie Leadbeater, founder of the WITS program was in Ottawa this week to announce a new partnership with the RCMP

RCMP to Pilot WITS Bullying Prevention Program

Emmett Macfarlane, Political Science - Nov 24

Opinion: A confused judicial treatise on polygamy

UVic political scientist Dr. Emmett Macfarlane has an opinion piece in Maclean's magazine about the polygamy case and the court's ruling.  Macleans.ca

Jame Rowe, Environmental Studies - Nov 24

Opinion: Occupy the economy

UVic political ecologist Dr. James Rowe has an opinion piece in online Tyee magazine about the Occupy movement, social economy, and how a sense of belonging might be a good way to close the divide.  TheTyee

Amy Verdun, Political Science - Nov 23

Debt crisis casts shadow

The closing of a free trade agreement between Canada and the European Union could help boost the eurozone's image in the face of crumbling European unity, observers have said. This was the coverage earlier this month in Embassy magazine and it included comment from the chair of UVic Political Science, Dr. Amy Verdun.  Embassy Mag

Bonnie Leadbeater, Psychology - Nov 17

Students use their WITS

November 13-19 is bullying awareness week in Canada. But a program which started in Greater Victoria in the late ‘90s is teaching young children how to deal with bullies, and research shows it’s having a positive impact. Known as WITS (Walk Away, Ignore, Talk it out, Seek help), it is led by UVic psychologist Dr. Bonnie Leadbeater.  Saanich News

Janni Aragon, Political Science - Nov 14

Boosting voter interest

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon provides comment about the upcoming municipal elections and whether local governments can attract voter attention.  Times Colonist  She is also quoted in another article in the same paper this weekend.  Times Colonist

Brian Thom, Anthropology - Oct 28-30

First Nations group takes case to Washington

Over the weekend, UVic anthropologist Dr. Brian Thom provided comment about the current international human rights case being heard in Washington, DC involving Vancouver Island First Nations from the Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group on land claims issues: in Saturday's Times Colonist; on CBC's All Points West on Friday; on Global News;  CJFC; and the Huffington Post. 

Neena Chappell, Sociology/Centre on Aging - Oct 25

Home care will be a pressing public policy issue as boomers age

Columnist Barbara Yaffe discusses the just-released report by UVic gerontologist Dr. Neena Chappell, which recommends that as provinces are preparing to renegotiate their health care financing agreements with Ottawa in 2014, the issue of seniors home-care should be top of mind for politicians.  Vancouver Sun

Christopher Parsons, Political Science - Oct 24

Laws for 21st century: legislation aims to give police greater powers of to conduct investigations

Christopher Parsons, a doctoral candidate at UVic studying digital surveillance comments on what lawful access legislation means to Canadians (who spend more time online than anyone else in the world), is quoted in a feature article in one of the national newspapers this Saturday.  National Post

James Lawson, Political Science - Oct 11

The changing face of provincial politics

The rise of newly elected premier Alison Redford in Alberta and Christy Clark in BC illustrates the shift to a more centrist, small-L liberal culture, says UVic political scientist Dr. Jamie Lawson.  (A version of this story was also picked up in the Daily News of Nanaimo.)  Vancouver Sun 

Christopher Parsons, Political Science - Oct 11

Op/Ed: Canada's forthcoming surveillance bill

UVic PhD candidate Christopher Parsons has an online opinion piece posted on the Vancouver Sun site about reining in the new federal surveillance bill.

Broadcast news - Oct 4

Dr. Jamie Lawson (Political Science) was on CHEK News on Sunday commenting on the resumption of the legislature yesterday, then last night he was on CHEK again on the throne speech and also on CBC Radio Victoria's "On the Island" morning program today on the same topic.

Emmett Macfarlane, Political Science - Sept 28

Reading the Liberal Leader's debate body language

Taxes and health-care and electricity costs were the traditional items on the bill of fare of the Ontario televised debate. What wasn’t expected was Dalton McGuinty’s body language. Online comment lit up with tweets from various commentators, including UVic political scientist Dr. Emmett Macfarlane: “If Dalton McGuinty proved anything tonight it's that he would make a great third-base coach."  Globe and Mail

Holly Tuokko, Centre on Aging - Sept 19

Staying fitter, longer

Living longer has its downside: those who do live longer increase their risk of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's, dementia, arthritis and osteoporosis. Dr. Holly Tuokko, director of UVic's Centre on Aging, provides comment for today's article which also includes quotes from government and the province's medical officer. This is part of a series, which included comment from Tuokko in the first instalment.    Vancouver Sun

James Lawson, Political Science - Sept 19

Clark launches job plan

UVic political scientist Dr. Jamie Lawson is quoted in this Canadian Press article on the cusp of the announcement for the Premier's first major policy initiative since her election.  CTV (Source: CP)

Geography Department's India Field School - August

Colin Bennett, Political Science - Sept 12

From a human-rights perspective, the most worrisome aspects of the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2001 were preventive arrests and investigative hearings. And now, if you buy your travel tickets online, you'll be feeding your Passenger Name Record, a database of information which can be accessed by the Canada Border Services Agency and US Dept. of Homeland Security. UVic privacy expert Dr. Colin Bennett, co-author of Security Games: Surveillance and Control at Mega-Events, provides comment for this article.  The Gazette

Janni Aragon, Political Science - Sept 12

Academic mentoring is central to pro-d

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon has posted a piece on academic mentoring, on a blog for The Guardian in the UK. It's part of the Guardian Higher Education Editorial Network and Aragon was also writing in her role as the chair of the Academic Women's Caucus at UVic. She is a regular contributor to the network.  The Guardian

Broadcast news - Sept 7

Dr. Eric Higgs (environmental studies) was lined up for a CBC radio interview this morning at 6:50 to discuss changing relationships with wild creatures and the wilderness, in relation to media coverage last week on the cougar attack.

Herb Schuetze: Economics - Sept 1

Economists forecast minor ups and downs with B.C.'s 18-month HST unwind

UVic economist Herb Schuetze says transition period back to the PST will likely influence some consumer purchasing decisions, but the impact of those decisions is likely to register only minimally on the economy.  Canadian Press

Norman Ruff: Political Science - Aug 24

Layton's nuanced legacy in B.C

UVic political scientist Norman Ruff provides insight on the NDP's showing in the last federal election.  Vancouver Sun

Broadcast news - Aug 11

UVic political scientist and social media expert Dr. Janni Aragon is scheduled to be on Murray Langdon’s show on CFAX today at 9:30 a.m. to talk about the role social media is having in the London riots and the calls for Blackberry (BBM) to suspend its messenger service to calm riots.  Tune in

Norman Ruff, Political Science - July 28

HST 'cement' may not be firm

The BC government calls the proposed two-step reduction in the HST a guarantee cemented by federal regulation. UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff explains the tax act for a Kamloops newspaper.  Daily News

Laura Funk & Karen Kobayashi, UVic's Centre on Aging & Dept. of Sociology - July 13

UVic studies relationships

Some couples live together, but sleep apart. Others live together and keep their finances apart. Now a growing number are living together, but not. UVic sociologists Drs. Karen Kobayashi and Laura Funk (who is now with the University of Manitoba) are conducting new research into the little-studied phenomenon. Yesterday's announcement has garnered extensive coverage, including the Vancouver Sun, The Province and online for the Montreal Gazette, as well as broadcast (see below).  UVic News

Genevieve von Petzinger, Anthropology - July 11

Human ingenuity: a 100,000-year-old story

Bruce Upbin is an assistant managing editor at Forbes, responsible for special sections on innovation and creativity. Now he has blogged about UVic's grad star Genevieve von Petzinger, who is heading to Scotland this week as one of 20 international fellows at the TEDGlobal Conference. She has also been invited to do a presentation on the TED main stage during the conference.

Forbes.com (blog)  UVic News (TEDGlobal)  More about Genevieve

David Atkinson, Geography - July 5

Collapsing coastlines

Seaside bluffs and beaches across the Arctic are mercurial, crumbling away bit by bit with each season and as human-driven climate change progresses, many fear the Arctic’s coastlines will begin to break apart faster than ever. UVic storm scientist Dr. David Atkinson is quoted in this Science story, explaining that less ice means worse damage from storms.  Science News 

Janni Aragon, Political Science - June 22

Social media shifting rules for local politicians

The Saanich mayor -- and many of his council colleagues -- regularly use politically motivated tweets and Facebook wall posts to make their opinions known to their followers. Dr. Janni Aragon, senior instructor of political science at UVic and an active social media user, says politicians need to have a web presence on social media but must balance personal opinion with professionalism.  Saanich News

Nancy Turner, Hakai Chair in Ethnoecology (new photos)

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Dr.Danu Stinson, Psychology - June 16

Mob Mentality

UVic psychologist Dr. Danu Stinson was interviewed for 'A' News coverage last night about the Vancouver riots and mob mentality.  'A' News (Video)

Dr. Stinson was also interviewed by CHEK News yesterday on the same topic.

Nancy Turner, Hakai Chair in Ethnoecology - June 16

Ethnobotanist to be given Saanich's highest honour

Centuries ago, the benefit that’s about to be bestowed upon UVic ethnobotanist and inaugural Hakai Chair in Ethnoecology Dr. Nancy Turner would have allowed her to herd sheep through town and be protected from naval conscription. These days, being honoured as a freeman of a municipality comes with more subtle perks. Turner will receive the Freedom of the Municipality from Saanich on Saturday (and was most recently honoured with the Hakai research chair position and $1.25-million grant from the Tula Foundation).  Saanich News   UVic News

WITS Program - June 16

Anti-bullying program to expand

The WITS anti-bullying program, developed with community partners at UVic and now with funding of $180,000 the Public Health Agency of Canada, can expand into BC’s remote and rural schools and evaluate its success there. Dr. Bonnie Leadbeater, program leader and UVic psychologist, provides comment for this local article.  Oak Bay News  UVic News

Nancy Turner, Hakai Chair in Ethnoecology - June 13

UVic prof inaugurates research chair

UVic ethnobotanist Dr. Nancy Turner has devoted her career to researching the role that plant resources play in Aboriginal cultures and languages. Now a $1.25-million grant from the Tula Foundation gives her the opportunity to study and conduct research in traditional West Coast Aboriginal territories to strengthen her knowledge even further. She is the inaugural Hakai Chair in Ethnoecology.  Times Colonist/Vancouver Sun   UVic News 

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Genevieve von Petzinger, Anthropology - June 9

Shapes of the past brighten UVic scholar's future

UVic PhD candidate Genevieve von Petzinger’s curiosity in geometric shapes has earned her a TEDGlobal fellowship. Von Petzinger will be the only Canadian fellow at the TEDGlobal conference in Scotland next month. The annual conference invites the world’s leading thinkers and doers to speak for 18 minutes and the TED Talks are then made available free online.  (She was also interviewed yesterday by CBC Radio and 'A' News.) Times Colonist  UVic News

Robert Gifford, Psychology / Environmental Studies - June 9

The dragons of inaction

UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford has published an article in the APA's American Psychologist. The May/June 2011 edition of the academic journal is a special issue on psychology and climate change.  Edition

David Atkinson, Geography - June 7

Storms take toll on land

For millennia, the blanket of ice covering the Arctic Ocean protected the shore from damaging storms but as that ice buffer disappears, increasingly powerful storm surges are eroding the coastline and sending walls of seawater inland. UVic scientist Dr. David Atkinson, who joined UVic's Faculty of Social Sciences in 2010, provides comment for this story by international news source Reuters. Atkinson's research focuses on the "environmental forcing" of coastal zones and the analysis of weather data for extreme events, specifically storms.

Martin Smith, Psychology - May 25

Culture of drinking

The Saanich News continues its series on alcohol use in Greater Victoria with a bold theory: the more intelligent you are, the more alcohol you tend to drink. UVic evolutionary psychologist Dr. Martin Smith loves to discuss this theory, whose research springs from work by a London-based psychologist. Martin thinks the theory, although surprising, is at least partly true.  Saanich News

Phil Dearden, Geography - May 25

Opinion-Editorial: Flyer the eaglet and our threatened oceans

UVic geography professor Phil Dearden compares the rescue of the baby eagle Flyer to NEPTUNE suffering damage after a fishing trawler snagged one of the undersea platforms earlier this year.  Times Colonist

Paul Schure, Economics - May 19

Finance minister advised to continue austerity budgets

Stability and continuity were the buzz words concerning the federal cabinet shuffle yesterday, with the same theme slated to emerge when the budget is tabled early next month. UVic economist Dr. Paul Schure told Yahoo Canada News that while the European financial crisis will have little effect on Canada's economy, the US predicament will.  Yahoo News 

Brian Christie, Biology / Medical Sciences & Tim Stockwell, Centre for Addictions Research of BC-May 19

Booze biz: A sip-by-sip breakdown

With the long weekend just around the corner, the local Press Group papers are looking at one of the busiest weekends of the year as also one of the booziest. The coverage explores how drinking affects the body, with expert input from UVic's associate professor of medical science Dr. Brian Christie and CARBC Director Dr. Tim Stockwell.  Saanich News 

International Marine Conservation Congress - May 18

Scientists urge stricter rules

Xinhua News Agency, the Chinese press agency, has picked up details of the report from this week's international congress calling on the Canadian government to take steps to protect marine areas. Dr. Philip Dearden, chair of UVic Geography and of the local organizing committee for the IMC congress, is a signatory and is quoted in this article.  Xinhua

International Marine Conservation Congress - May 17

Report asks Ottawa to protect oceans

Canada is falling badly behind other western countries in protecting its oceans, says a group of top Canadian marine scientists who are calling on the federal government to take action. The group released its report at the International Marine Conservation Congress in Victoria. UVic's Dr. Philip Dearden, chair of the Department of Geography and of the local organizing committee for the congress, is one of the signatories.  (This article was published on Page A4 of the Times Colonist and is also posted online this morning for the Gazette in Montreal.)  PostMedia News 

Sara Spencer Awards for 2011

Five graduate students in the Social Sciences have been awarded research grant totalling $6,200 from the Sara Spencer Endowment.

The awards, adjudicated by the Graduate Advisors of departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences, are designed to support applied
research that focuses on Victoria’s Capital Regional District. The 2011 recipients and their
projects are:

Thiago Gomes, Environmental Studies, “Restoring the Gardens At K’djis, Chatham
Islands” ($2,000)

Bruce Sanderson, Geography, “The Probable Major Implications of Earthquakes for
the Transfusion Medicine Function at Greater Victoria Transfusing Hospitals” ($1,200)

Angel Chen, Psychology, “Quality-of-Life Enhancement for Encouraging
Sustainable Living” ($1,000)

Vinay Bharadia, Psychology, “Markers of Mild Cognitive Impairment: Early
Detection of Alzheimer’s Disease?” ($1,000)

Krista Perrey, Sociology, “Effective Knowledge Translation and Treatment
Adherence Among People Living with HIV” ($1,000)

International Marine Conservation Congress - May 13

UVic researchers join line-up at congress

Environment reporter Judith Lavoie has written an article about the International Marine Conservation Congress taking place this weekend, and she points out that many of the groups and symposiums will be focusing on the effects of climate change. UVic's Dr. Phil Dearden is chairman of the local organizing committee and is quoted here.  Times Colonist  UVic News

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - May 5

Early analysis predicts increase in youth vote unlikely

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon comments on early indications that the social media hype before Monday’s election did not translate into more young people making it to the polls. (Through Leadnow.ca and Facebook, the UVic Students' Society organized a "shuttlemob," essentially a free bus service to transport students to the advance polls, and outgoing UVSS Chairperson James Coccola personally endorsed an array of informal voter socials.)  Saanich News

Norman Ruff, Political Science - May 3

Green's May makes history

Yes, Elizabeth May made history. UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff provides comment for Canadian Press coverage this morning as well as in the Globe and Mail and The Gazette in Montreal. (Please note: Globe coverage today for Drs. Ruff and Spears is not available electronically, and will be included in tomorrow's package if possible.)  CP  (Earlier CP)   The Gazette

Dr. Ruff was quoted today in an article about the Twitterverse flouting the Elections Canada ban: "Punitive muzzling of social networking will only add a further cause of alienation from our electoral system."  PostMedia News 

Kim Speers, Political Science - May 3

Tories hold on to dominate BC

The PostMedia News network also turned to UVic political scientist Dr. Kim Speers for comment about last night's election results, specifically about the Green Party's choice of riding to garner a win.  PostMedia News 

Neena Chappell, Sociology / COAG - May 3

Home care is greater priority for seniors

Times Colonist reporter Richard Watts has written a feature article on Page A3 of today's paper about the new UVic study released last month implying grim predictions about a 'grey tsunami' are only myths, and indicating that an aging population will have less of a negative impact than thought.  TC   UVic News 

2011 - Staff Retreat - May 2

*new photos posted on flickr

Social Sciences staff enjoyed a one day retreat last week on the theme of sustainability in the workplace and at home. The rain held off long enough for our staff to tour Glendale Gardens and have lunch on the patio.

Janni Aragon, Political Science - April 28

Where did the idealists go?

Every election campaign season, experts suggest that the best way for political parties to rock the youth vote is to focus on “student issues." In this Maclean's article (currently one of the top stories on the magazine's online campus news site), UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon says the heavy focus on economic issues as a common concern also doesn't surprise her because "millennials are keenly aware of the economy."  Macleans.ca 

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - April 28

Political debates aren't as useful

Reporters continue to turn to UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon for perspective on the federal election, including about the effect of the televised debates on voters.  News 1130  Saanich News  Yahoo News 

Students/Alumni - April 27

Devin Tepleski, student

Canadian photographer and filmmaker Devin Tepleski -- a UVic student in his last year of a degree in visual anthropology -- had an exhibit last summer at local Luz Gallery. "Sena" is his take on the struggles of villagers on the move in Ghana, displaced by a hydroelectric dam, and his aim is to freeze-frame the study of humans. Time magazine has now turned the focus on Tepleski, posting a photo essay and write-up today.  TIME   UVic Event (July 2010)

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - April 27

Green poll puts Elizabeth May in lead to win

Recent polling results show that nearly 45% of voters in the Saanich-Gulf Islands riding are likely to vote for Green Party leader Elizabeth May. UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon comments on the poll's sample size and May's chances on May 2.  Vancouver Sun  Times Colonist

Dr. Pilon has also been busy providing comment for a number of other media outlets yesterday and last week, all leading up to the election.  Goldstream Gazette   News 1130  24Hrs  The Straight  Driftwood (SSI) Article & Editorial

Janni Aragon, Political Science - April 27

Inspiring Canada's youth to vote

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon advised Global News that practical considerations can sometimes keep youth from voting.  Global BC 

Brian Scarfe, Economics - April 18

Call for cruise-ship caution

A new cost-benefit study of the cruise ship industry in Victoria recommends a $25-per-passenger levy to pay for on-board environmental observers as required in Alaska. Brian Scarfe, of BriMar Consultants Ltd. and a UVic sessional lecturer, wrote the report.  CBC News  Times Colonist

Psychology: Steve Lindsay (faculty) & Ryan D'Arcy (alumnus) - April 11

Soldier’s discipline helps against-the-odds recovery from brain injury

Canadian Forces Captain Trevor Green, whose brain was severely injured five years ago during an incident in Afghanistan, has been documenting his remarkable recovery with the help of UVic psychologist Steve Lindsay and National Research Council neuroscientist Ryan D'Arcy (a UVic alumnus). Globe and Mail

Centre for Addictions Research of BC: Tim Stockwell - April 11

Cancer Study: Are you aware of the cancer risks of drinking too much alcohol?

A new European study says drinking too much alcohol causes a "considerable proportion" of cancer cases. CARBC Director Tim Stockwell provides comment. CBC News

Political Science: Dennis Pilon - April 11

How Strangely You Canadians Elect Your Leader

A UK writer contrasts Conservative PM David Cameron with Conservative PM Stephen Harper, and what it takes to win there and here.  UVic political scientist Dennis Pilon provides comment. The Tyee

Political Science: Janni Aragon - April 11

Layton courting B.C. HST haters

UVic political scientist Janni Aragon is quoted in this article about NDP Leader Jack Layton. She describes him as an "astute social-media strategist." The Province

Broadcast news - April 7

UVic psychologist Dr. Bonnie Leadbeater commented last night on CHEK News about the release of the police tapes in the Kimberly Proctor murder case.

UVic economist Dr. Graham Voss was interviewed on Tuesday night by CHEK News about rising food prices.

UVic political scientist Dr. Kim Speers spoke with CBC Radio Vancouver on Tuesday about the Saanich-Gulf Islands race.

Janni Aragon, Political Science - April 7

Layton courting BC HST haters

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon provided comment for an article in today's Province about NDP leader Jack Layton. She indicated he is an astute social-media strategist.  The Province (as of 9:10 a.m., the story link was unavailable; this link leads to the main news site)

Janni Aragon, Political Science - April 5

Op/Ed: Campaign all a'tweet as social media weighs in

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon has an opinion piece in today's Province. She writes, "It is fair to say that the 41st federal election in Canada is the first real social-media election in this country." (The piece has been placed prominently in the front section of the paper, on Page A8, and includes a photo of Dr. Aragon.)  The Province 

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - April 5

May vies for place alongside John A. in Victoria's history

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon provides comment for local Press Group papers about the race between Gary Lunn and Elizabeth May.  Saanich News

Internet policy an election issue

Dan Misener is a CBC Radio national technology columnist and founder of Spark -- CBC's blog, radio show, podcast and ongoing conversation about technology and culture. He interviewed Dr. Pilon recently for his take on how election issues become election issues.  CBC.ca

Stephen Lindsay, Psychology - March 31

Back from the brink

In the April edition of Reader's Digest, there is a story about Trevor Greene, who was in a coma but thanks to his fiancée has been brought back from the brink. The project led by UVic psychologist Dr. Stephen Lindsay with Ryan D'Arcy is briefly described in this article, with UVic being mentioned twice (pages 57 and 61). (The article is magazine exclusive.) April 2011 Storylist

Broadcast news - March 31

UVic psychologist Dr. Bonnie Leadbeater was interviewed on CBC Radio Victoria this morning about the two boys who murdered local teen Kimberly Proctor. She discussed issues affecting societal intervention for extreme cases such as this (with both boys having shown early signs of psychological disorder) and lack of knowledge about available mental health programs for youth in general.

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon was on CFAX Radio's afternoon show yesterday commenting about Green Party Leader Elizabeth May being shut out of the televised leader's debate.

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon was on CBC Radio's "The World at Six" on Monday evening discussing the federal election.

James Lawson, Political Science - March 31

The debt, deficit and federal spending

UVic political scientist Dr. Jamie Lawson provides perspective in a local article about the Conservatives' position on the deficit.  Victoria News

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - March 30

Veteran MP wants to be leader of BC Conservative Party

Veteran MP and Conservative leadership hopeful John Cummins is arguing for a right-wing populism that would reflect the "common sense of the common people." UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon questions whether there is room on the right-wing side of the provincial political spectrum for another party.  Vancouver Sun 

Voters could OK tax hike in NB

Dr. Pilon also comments for a Maritimes newspaper in an article about New Brunswick and the HST.  CanadaEast.com 

Broadcast News - March 29

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon spoke with a number of media outlets yesterday about the federal election, competitive ridings and the 'family' strategy being used by various parties: Shaw TV's "The Daily," the CBC Radio Network, CBC TV BC, CTV BC and CFAX's Murray Langdon show. He was also on 'A' News Friday night for comment on Canadian cynicism about an election.

UVic political scientist Dr. Jamie Lawson was also interviewed about the federal election, by Dave Dickson of CFAX yesterday, with CHEK News on Sunday and on the CBC Radio Victoria morning program today.

UVic political scientist Dr. Kim Speers was interviewed by CHEK News on Friday about Vancouver Island ridings.

Social media - March 28

Privacy commissioner's advice

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon sent 'live' tweets from Elizabeth Denham's presentation at UVic on March 24. Aragon has also now posted some points raised by Denham during the slide show. (Twitter followers can also find Aragon's tweets via the hashtag #BCCommDenham.)  Blog  About event

Robert Gifford, Psychology / Environmental Studies - March 24

BC survives 3 years & $848M worth of carbon taxes

The New York Times is reporting this morning that the BC carbon tax is nearing its third anniversary loved by some, hated by others, and yet forgotten by many Canadians. UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford is quoted in this coverage.  NYT 

Social Dimensions of Health: Elietha Bocskei, Kimberly Sharpe, Lauren Casey and Sally Hodgson, students

Where are our families in 'families first'?

In this opinion-editorial, four UVic graduate students from the Social Dimensions of Health program state that the new premier's promises sound more like a business plan than a social one.  Times Colonist 

Political Science: Dennis Pilon - March 17

B.C. NDP dissidents show support for leadership contender Mike Farnworth

Mike Farnworth has streaked ahead of his rivals for the NDP leadership in securing the endorsements of members of the party’s caucus. UVic political scientist Dennis Pilon provides comment.  Straight.com

Janni Aragon, Political Science - March 10

Letter: More to be done

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon contributed an opinion piece to the Globe and Mail in response to writer Margaret Wente's recent column about women in science and politics. The paper has published a portion of the submission here:  Letter (scroll down).  Column  Also in The Mark

Janni Aragon, Political Science - March 9

UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon was interviewed about International Women’s Day on Shaw TV on Monday. She was also on CBC Radio yesterday.

Janni Aragon, Political Science - March 7

Still a long way to go

The Times Colonist turned to UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon this weekend for expert comment on the eve of International Women's Day tomorrow, with this year being the 100th anniversary.  Times Colonist

Katy Mateer, Psychology - Feb 25

Katy Mateer was interviewd on CFAX Radio Friday afternoon about her award from the BC Psychological Association. Mateer is a professor in UVic’s Department of Psychology, a previous director of Clinical Training and former departmental chair, and is currently UVic’s associate vice-president for academic planning. UVic News

Robert Gifford, Psychology / Environmental Studies - Feb 17

Trash talk

UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford is quoted in a local Press Group article about garbage around Greater Victoria.  Victoria News 

Bernie Pauly, Nursing / CARBC; Cecilia Benoit, Sociology / CARBC - Feb 14

Op/Ed: Anti-stigma week

This year's Anti-Stigma Week theme is drug use, dignity and human rights. UVic researchers Drs. Cecilia Benoit and Bernie Pauly assert that now is the time for reflection and action.  Times Colonist 

James Hackler, Sociology - Feb 14

Study claiming crime on the rise gets hung out to dry

Criminologists say a study that attacks the long-standing measurement of Canada's crime rate is "highly politicized" and without statistical merit. UVic's Prof. James Hackler wrote a letter to the Globe on Friday and now he's been interviewed for this Canadian Press article picked up by CTV News, Toronto Star, and several regional papers.  CTV News (Source: CP) 

Danu Stinson, Psychology - Feb 2

No such thing as a free hug in Victoria?

January 21 was apparently National Hug Day. UVic psychology professor Dr. Danu Stinson explains the importance of touch in human development, for this local Press Group coverage.  Saanich News  

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Jan 31

Deadline looms for MLA recall campaign

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon comments about the recall campaign that is currently focusing first on MLA Ida Chong, Minister of Science and Universities, but expected to extend into other ridings, namely Kamloops-North Thompson and Liberal MLA Terry Lake.  Saanich News 

Genevieve von Petzinger, Anthropology - Jan 27

Are humans hard-wired to tweet?

It all started with cave drawings, says a Financial Post guest writer. There are millions and millions of Twitter users -- "not bad for a communication medium that’s only been around for five years or so" -- but new research suggests that communicating in fewer than 140 characters goes back much longer than that, according to UVic grad student Genevieve von Petzinger. (Von Petzinger is also a Let's Talk Science coordinator at UVic.)  NP   UVic News

Rising Stars Event: Jan 25

Congratulations to all our social sciences Rising Stars! An evening of celebration was enjoyed by all who attended last night's event at The University Club. Please take a moment and look through the photos. More photos on flicker.

Genevieve von Petzinger, Anthropology grad student - Jan 24

UVic anthropology grad student Genevieve von Petzinger was on the CBC News "Spark" online audio program for smart and unexpected trendwatching, technology and culture. The audio blog is produced in Toronto.  Podcast  

Janni Aragon, Political Science - Jan 18

Political venom in BC

Federal Green Party leader and Saanich-Gulf Islands candidate Elizabeth May finds little humour in the sexism she encounters or the overall venomous climate that every BC leader faces -- especially women. UVic political scientist Dr. Janni Aragon provides comment for this local Press Group article.  Saanich News 

Bonnie Leadbeater, Psychology / Youth Against Cancer (UVic student group) - Jan 13

Victoria bans teens from using tanning beds

Greater Victoria has become the first region in BC and only the third in Canada to ban the use of tanning beds by teenagers. UVic psychologist Dr. Bonnie Leadbeater is quoted about peer pressure, in the Globe and Mail coverage this morning, and a student representative provides comment for the Times Colonist.

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Jan 13

Anti-HST activists to launch two more recall campaigns

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon is in the Globe and Mail this morning for the latest about the anti-HST/recall campaign. 

Jamie Lawson, Political Science - Jan 13

Fleming won't seek NDP leadership

UVic political scientist Dr. James Lawson comments for the local Press Group coverage about MLA Rob Fleming not pursuing the top spot in the BC NDP.  

Norman Ruff, Political Science - Jan 11

HST report card

UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff provides context in a front-page Times Colonist "HST Report Card" about where BC is now, six months after introduction of the tax.  (This article was also picked up by the Vancouver Sun online.)  Times Colonist 

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Jan 4

BC's political year in review

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon was also asked to comment at the end of the year about provincial politics, this time in relation to the effect of the HST 'speed bump' on the BC Liberal party.  Province 

Top science story

NEPTUNE Canada scored on two major lists for top stories of 2010: the project was featured as #4 in national science commentator Bob McDonald's round-up of Top Ten science stories on CBC TV's "The National" Dec. 26 (video clip) and is also listed in Science Magazine's "The Year in News" Jan. 4 as the #6 story out of 37 news items from around the world (download PDF).

David Turpin, President & Vice-Chancellor - Jan 4

Op/Ed: Candidates' post-secondary stance key

At the end of December, in both the Vancouver Sun and Times Colonist, an opinion piece written by UVic President Dr. David Turpin, SFU President Dr. Andrew Petter and former Liberal Attorney General Geoff Plant outlined the need to strength BC's educational system to support a thriving provincial economy: "The year 2011 marks an unprecedented opportunity for political renewal in BC...New leadership offers the potential for new ideas...there is a compelling need for sound policy and a vision for the future."  Vancouver Sun 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ARCHIVED NEWS - 2010

Op/Ed: We need reliable sustainability standards - Dec 15

Paul Hadfield, publican at Spinnakers, has published an opinion piece in today's paper in response to the Times Colonist coverage about the seafood survey.  Times Colonist  UVic News  

Norman Ruff, Political Science - Dec 9

Clark enters ring, called an opportunist

UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff weighs in again on Christy Clark's leadership bid, this time for the Prince George paper.  Prince George Citizen

Norman Ruff, Political Science - Dec 8

Holidays play havoc with search for interim leader

Jenny Kwan is saying now she has no problem with Carole James staying on as party leader until an interim head can be found. UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff says it would be bad form if an interim leader ran for full leadership.  Globe and Mail    

Student: Andrew Ivsins, Sociology - Dec 8

More crack pipes would reduce street level violence

The local Press Group papers have picked up details from yesterday's release about the research conducted by UVic PhD candidate Andrew Ivsins on crack pipes.  Saanich News  UVic News    

Students/Alumni - Nov 30

Ryder Bergerud, Economics

UVic economics student Ryder Bergerud has an opinion piece in today's paper calling for public input into BC Transit's 25-year plan for the capital region, and pointing out the heavy price of using cars instead.  Times Colonist

Legacy Awards - Nov 24

UVic Legacy Awards honour four recipients

Four members of the UVic community received Legacy Awards in a special gathering last night in the Victoria Conference Centre. Hundreds attended the ninth annual awards presentations, with this year's recipients being Dr. Frances Oldham Kelsey, Dr. Terry Pearson, the Hon. Robert Hutchison and Mary Sanseverino.  Times Colonist  UVic News 

John Volpe & GAPI - Nov 11

The Times Colonist's DC Reid picked up details on Wednesday of the GAPI study announced last month.  Times Colonist  UVic News   

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Nov 8

Victoria mayor’s home vandalized

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon comments specifically on the activists' actions in the vandalism attack on Mayor Dean Fortin's home Thursday. This article was published by the Times Colonist and picked up by Vancouver Sun online, while several PostMedia papers (Vancouver Sun, National Post) picked up the Times Colonist's first article on the attack, here.

Next Liberal leader from Saanich? Probably not

In a local Press Group article, Dr. Pilon says he doesn't expect to see Saanich's only Liberal MLA take a stab at party leadership.  Saanich News  

UVic Political Science - Nov 3

Premier Campbell's resignation

With yesterday's announcement by Premier Gordon Campbell, media turned to UVic political scientists for perspective on the surprising news and what it means for politics in BC.

Dr. Dennis Pilon is quoted in an article in the Vancouver Sun on Page A5 about the anti-HST influence on Campbell's popularity, and in another article in the Vancouver Sun on Page A3 about leadership contenders. He also comments on NDP Leader Carole James's reaction to the news, in an article in The Province on Page A7. Dr. Pilon was also quoted in a front-page article in the BC section of the Globe and Mail today, and in TheTyee.ca.

Professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff was interviewed by the Globe and Mail (BC edition) on Campbell’s exit from BC politics and its impact on Carole James's leadership worries. Dr. Ruff is also quoted in two other articles this morning: the first on the front page and the second on Page A4 of the Times Colonist.

Dr. Jamie Lawson provided comment for an article in local Press Group papers about Greater Victoria MLAs' responses to the resignation.  Saanich News 

UVic Centre on Aging - Nov 2

Developers ride the senior wave

Don't call West Vancouver's Village at Park Royal a mall. The shopping centre is marketed as a lifestyle centre with a design that encourages customers, a majority of whom are older than 55, to spend the day. UVic's Centre on Aging's business-friendly awards are mentioned in this Globe and Mail piece, and director Dr. Holly Tuokko is quoted.  Globe and Mail 

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Nov 2

BC premier's future not on caucus agenda

Members of B.C.'s Liberal government will meet later this week in Vancouver, but the caucus chairman was adamant Monday that the meeting will not focus on gripes about Premier Gordon Campbell. UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon provides comment.  CBC News (Canadian Press)

Norman Ruff, Political Science - Oct 26

Campbell shuffles ministers

Reporters turned to UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff yesterday for comment on Premier Campbell's realignment of the BC cabinet. He is quoted today on the front page of the Times Colonist, on a subsequent article further into the paper, and for an article on Page A7 of the National Post.

Dr. Ruff was also interviewed over the weekend on a different political issue -- low turnout for byelections and the importance of networking in getting people out to vote.  Times Colonist

UVic Psychology Professor, Danu Stinson

SHAW TV, The Daily Show, talked to Dr. Stinson about "Heartbreak" - can breaking up with someone really stop their heart? Visit our YouTube Channel to see the entire interview: "Heartbreak"

UVic Political Science - Oct 21

Norman Ruff & Dennis Pilon

Globe and Mail writer Ian Bailey turned to two UVic political scientists, Dr. Dennis Pilon and professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff, for his coverage today about Carole Taylor assuming the role of SFU's next chancellor.  (The Times Colonist article briefly cited SFU President Andrew Petter's sojourn at UVic.)  Globe and Mail

UVic Research - Oct 21

Volcano eruption great for salmon

A volcano blows and Fraser sockeye come back in record numbers. Is there a connection? The new paper published by UVic oceanographer Dr. Roberta Hamme and colleagues studies just that question.  Times Colonist 

Ian mauro, Environmental Studies - Oct 19

UVic Environmental Studies post-doctoral researcher Ian Mauro was interviewed by Ryan Price of CFAX Radio about the upcoming premiere of his film about the knowledge of the Inuit in regards to climate change in Canada’s Arctic.  UVic News  

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Oct 14

Recall fever growing

Fight HST organizers are on the prowl. And if they have their way, Liberal Cabinet Minister Ida Chong’s Oak Bay-Gordon Head riding could be the first region on Bill Vander Zalm’s hit list to fall. UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon provides comment.  Oak Bay News  

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Sept 30

Vander Zalm accused of hidden agenda

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon was quoted in a Canadian Press article this morning about the HST and Bill Vander Zalm being under attack over comments by members of the anti-tax movement. It was carried by the Globe and Mail in the front section of the BC edition.  Globe and Mail 

James Tanaka, Psychology - Sept 27

Computer games help autistic children

UVic cognitive scientist Dr. Jim Tanaka's research on how computer games help children with autism to read facial expressions is featured in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Dr. Tanaka is collaborating with Marni Bartlett, a computer vision scientist at the University of California, on a new version of Let's Face It! that will look and feel more like real-world interactions, using a webcam to detect the expressions children are making.     Pittsburgh Post-Gazette  Related

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - Sept 27

Best Liberal defence may be no defence

This weekend, Canadian Press reporter Terri Theodore wrote that anger over the HST may have fuelled a successful initiative petition, but one political watcher -- UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon -- isn't sure there will be enough gas in the tank to force politicians from their seats in the recall process. The article was picked up by several regional papers.  CP 

David Scoones, Economics - Sept 27

Funding earns beefs & bouquets

The Saanich News is reporting that some local stimulus projects funded by the federal government, such as the CPR Steamship Building upgrades, have yet to launch. UVic expert Dr. David Scoones, chair of UVic Economics, comments on the broader picture.  Saanich News 

UVic 2010 United Way Campaign - Sept 21

Feast for a cause

The official kick-off of the annual UVic United Way campaign is today, with a BBQ from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. by the fountain outside the Mearns Centre library. UVic President Dr. David Turpin will speak at 12:30 p.m. about the annual campaign. The campaign website with a full suite of social media options (news box on main page) is now online.   Website

Neena Chappell, Sociology/Centre on Aging - Sept 21

Dementia: Confronting the crisis

The Globe and Mail's special report on dementia once again includes comment from UVic's Canada Research Chair in Social Gerontology Dr. Neena Chappell for health reporter Andre Picard's coverage today.  Globe and Mail

Zheng Wu, Sociology - Sept 13

Are growing ethnic enclaves a threat to Canada?

Vancouver Sun columnist Douglas Todd says UVic sociologist and chair of the department Dr. Zheng Wu is leading a UVic research team in an important study into one of the most profound challenges facing Canada: how can newcomers feel they belong here?  Vancouver Sun 

UVic Political Science - Sept 9

Colin Bennett

Jennifer Stoddart, the Canadian privacy watchdog who took on Facebook over how the social media giant treats personal information of its estimated 500 million users, could have to bow out of the fight early. Times Colonist reporter Sarah Schmidt turns to UVic privacy expert Dr. Colin Bennett, a member of the commissioner's external advisory committee, for comment.  Postmedia News

Norman Ruff and Dennis Pilon

UVic political scientists Drs. Norman Ruff (professor emeritus) and Dennis Pilon both provide perspective in response to speculation that BC Premier Gordon Campbell may step down soon.  Postmedia News  Georgia Straight  

Psychology: Robert Gifford and graduate students, Reuven Sussman and Christine Kormos - Sept 4

Climate change and behavioural change: what will it take?

Climate change is on and off the political agenda in Australia. Whether an emissions trading system or a carbon tax win the day, one big barrier stands in the way of change: human nature. How we think about the problem can trump what we actually do -- right down to shorter showers and turning off the lights. Leading environmental psychologists are now taking on the climate change challenge. ABC Radio National (Australia)

Steve Lonergan, Geography - Aug 31

Libya's Qaddafi taps 'fossil water'

Libya has tapped into an aquifer of 'fossil water' to change its topography -- turning sand into soil. The 26-year, $20 billion project is nearly finished. UVic geographer Dr. Stephen Lonergan, who has played a key role in a major Canada-Iraq Marshlands Initiative reseeding life in the southern Iraqi marshes, provided comment for this Christian Science Monitor article last week.

Political Science: Colin Bennett - Aug 25

How to check out of Facebook's new personal locator

In yet another red flag on the Facebook privacy front, privacy advocates have raised concerns over the giant social network's latest product, Places, which has been released in the U.S. and may be available in Canada as early as September. The new application allows Facebook users to "check in" to real locations like a restaurant or cinema and to "tag" the friends that are with them, similar to tagging friends in photos.  UVic political scientist Colin Bennett comments on this new product. CBC

Scott Watson, Political Science - Aug 4

Full body scanners arrive at YYJ

Prepare to virtually bare all if you’re randomly selected for secondary screening at the Victoria International Airport: full body scanners have arrived. UVic researcher Dr. Scott Watson comments on illusory benefits of the new security measure.  BC Local News    

Amy Verdun, Political Science - Aug 3

Lagging productivity holding back Olive Belt

The yawning productivity gap between the more prosperous northern economies of the euro zone and their less efficient neighbours in the Olive Belt played a little-heralded role in the debt crisis that did so much to undermine the currency and exposed deep fissures in the monetary union itself. Dr. Amy Verdun, co-author of a new book on the euro zone Ruling Europe: The Politics of the Stability and Growth Pact and chair of UVic's Political Science department, provides comment for this national Globe story.  Globe and Mail  

Political Science: Warren Magnusson - July 28

Mayor saying no to setting up meeting with marina developer is right: expert

UVic political science professor Warren Magnusson says over a provincial offer to set up a meeting between the City of Victoria and the  developer  of a proposed $20-million marina in front of Songhees would be outside the norms.  Times Colonist

Norma Serra-Sogos, Geography - July 26, July 28

Small spills harmful

Numerous small oil spills along BC's coast might not cause the same level of damage as BP's massive oil spill in the southern US but a UVic researcher says they still pose a threat to wildlife. Graduate student Norma Serra-Sogas has examined data from Transport Canada surveillance flights and her findings help predict high risk areas.  Times Colonist  Georgia Straight  UVic News  Times Colonist/Vancouver Sun  

UVic Anthropology - July 26

Time and tide wait for no archaeologist

UVic students are helping Parks Canada peer into BC's pre-history at an archeological dig on a 3000-year-old Coast Salish settlement at Sidney Spit. UVic Anthropology's Archaeology Field School was featured in the Times Colonist on Saturday, with comment from UVic archaeologist Dr. Quentin Mackie and participating students.  Times Colonist   

Devin Tepleski, Anthropology - July 23

Portraits merge humanity and fine art

UVic anthropology student Devin Tepleski aims to freeze-frame the study of humans. In his photography exhibit “Sena” opening July 29 at the new location of Luz Gallery, Tepleski presents his take on the struggles of villagers on the move in Ghana. The show is a fundraiser.  Oak Bay News 

Dennis Pilon & Norman Ruff, Political Science -

July 19

Four long years

Last week in Monday Magazine, UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon and professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff reacted to the pending implementation of recommendations by BC Local Elections task force.  Monday Mag   

Robert Gifford, Psychology/Environmental Studies - July 13

Not a health debate

Want the earth to be cooler? Unleash the psychologists. At least, that's the argument presented by UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford, one of the keynote speakers at the 2010 International Congress of Applied Psychology in Melbourne this week.  ABC News 

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Uvic Psychology Assistant Professor, Dr. Danu Stinson on Shaw Cable's 'The Daily' - June 28

 

Faculty of Social Sciences on YouTube and Facebook

(source credit: Political Science website)
The Faculty of Social Sciences now has a presence on Facebook: search for University of Victoria - Faculty of Social Sciences. You'll need a login to access it, but you're certainly welcome to visit. The YouTube channel is open to everyone; no login required!

Herbert Schuetze, Economics - June 30

Happy Canada Day! HST to hit BC and Ontario

On the eve of Canada Day and the launch of the HST, UVic economist Dr. Herbert Schuetze provides comment for the Vancouver Sun story.

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - June 30

BC ski resort redefines 'company town'

At a certain point, the people of Sun Peaks, BC, needed more than fresh powder and expertly groomed trails. They needed a health clinic. They needed a school. They needed a bureaucracy. The National Post reports today on the new town, incorporated on Monday, and UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon provides some perspective.  National Post

Herbert Schuetze, Economics - June 28

Editorial: What BP & BC have in common

Last Friday, the Kamloops Daily News printed an editorial comparing the provincial government's attempts to stem the anti-HST tide with BP's failure to plug its oil leak. The editors briefly cite the quote by UVic economist Dr. Herbert Schuetze from the Times Colonist series.  Kamloops Daily News 

Maia Green, Environmental Studies - June 28

When Maia Green went looking for a kids’ environmental summer camp to work at, she couldn’t find one in the city. So this UVic alumna started one herself.  Victoria News  

Genevieve von Petzinger, Anthropology - June 28

One of the Press Group papers has done a recap of media coverage on UVic alumna Genevieve von Petzinger's discovery. Von Petzinger says it's been five weeks of constant media requests about her research on Ice Age cave art and now the British Museum, the Smithsonian and the Bradshaw Foundation are all clamoring to include aspects of her work in their respective institutions.  Goldstream News Gazette  

Jim Hackler, Sociology - June 24

Glowatski granted full parole

The man who helped kill Saanich teeanger Reena Virk in 1997 was granted full parole yesterday. UVic criminologist Dr. Jim Hackler was asked for his opinion, and offered perspective on restorative justice. (Dr. Hackler's comments in this early version of the article were posted on the Vancouver Sun site but didn't run in the papers this morning.)  CanWest News 

Scott Watson, Political Science - June 24

Spy boss downplays remarks

The Canadian Press is reporting that Canada’s top spy Dick Fadden has briskly backtracked from his suggestion that CSIS is working to oust politicians under the influence of foreign governments.  UVic political scientists continue to provide comment on the story, this time with security expert Dr. Scott Watson outlining the difficulties in reaching conclusions in this case.  Canadian Press 

Herbert Schuetze, Economics - June 23

StatsCan report on new tax

The Times Colonist / CanWest News continues its HST series with continued comment from UVic economist Dr. Herbert Schuetze.  Times Colonist  

Herbert Schuetze, Economics - June 22

Series on HST in CanWest News

The Times Colonist has launched a front-page series today on the "HST and You." The front page and subsequent two-page spread includes prominent comment from UVic economist Dr. Herbert Schuetze. The paper is basing its coverage on a model prepared for the Times Colonist by Statistics Canada, and the series opener has been picked up by the Vancouver Sun and The Province today.  Front-page article  Article #1  Article #2

Nancy Turner, Environmental Studies - June 21

Three Victorians receive Order of Canada

Back in Ottawa after her visit to Victoria, Governor General Michaëlle Jean has presided over another gathering with a UVic focus: three Victorians were among 45 accomplished Canadians who received the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall on Friday including distinguished UVic ethnobotanist Dr. Nancy Turner, a professor in UVic's School of Environmental Studies.  Times Colonist  

Holly Tuokko, Centre on Aging - June 21

Seniors seek other modes

The Times Colonist series (Part 5) on seniors and driving continued this weekend with Saturday's focus on the transportation system, with comment from Director of UVic's Centre on Aging Dr. Holly Tuokko.  Article  Series  

Scott Watson, Political Science - June 17

Political scientist, Dr.Scott Watson, was interviewed on CFAX radio and CBC BC Almanac this afternoon regarding the 1985 Air India bombing report, released today. Dr. Watson research includes the social construction of security/insecurity, international relations theory, international security, migration and refugee policy.

Vanier Scholarship will fund student’s research on youth and global justice - The Ring (June)

Manda Roddick, winner of a 2010 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship, has a renewed sense of hope in today’s youth. Hope is propelling this PhD candidate in sociology to explore the deeper questions around youth international volunteer work and global social justice. read more...

Holly Tuokko, Psychology/Centre on Aging - June 16

Our aging drivers

The Times Colonist continues its series on aging drivers today with a look at two new screening tools to assess whether people with dementia are at extraordinarily high risk for being unfit to drive. Dr. Holly Tuokko, UVic's director of the Centre on Aging, provides comment again.  Times Colonist  

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - June 14

Lekstrom's move a blow to Liberals

Blair Lekstrom's defection from the B.C. Liberals is the first crack in the party's unified defence of the harmonized sales tax, say political experts including UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon this weekend.  Times Colonist

Ken Josephson, Geography - June 14

Charting the heart of a neighbourhood

Columnist Steve Carey published an article this weekend on community mapping. Ken Josephson is quoted extensively in this coverage. He's an expert in community mapping; founded the Common Ground Community Mapping project; and works in UVic's Geography department as well as teaches community mapping as a UVic Continuing Studies course.  Times Colonist  

Nathan Bennett (Geography) Awarded Robin P. Armstrong Memorial Prize for Excellence in Native Studies

Each year, the Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG) awards one Canadian graduate student with the Robin P. Armstrong Memorial Prize for Excellence in Native Studies. This award recognizes and promotes excellence in applied research on Canada’s Aboriginal peoples.

This year, UVic PhD student, Nathan Bennett was awarded the prize for his for his Masters of Environmental studies thesis (Nature Based Recreation and Tourism, Lakehead University) “Conservation, Community Benefit, Capacity Building and the Social Economy: A Case Study of Lutsel K’e and the Proposed National Park.” For more information visit The Canadian Association of Geographers

Phil Dearden, Geography - June 10

Letter: Haida Gwaii marine reserve a good start

Dr. Phil Dearden, chair of UVic's Geography department, had a letter in yesterday's Times Colonist. Dr. Dearden leads the marine protected area research group within the department.  Times Colonist  

Students: Political Science - June 10

UVic students out to gain G20 experience

As Canada gets ready to play host to world leaders for the G8 and G20 summits, the leaders of tomorrow will gather in Ontario to witness firsthand how these international relations summits work. UVic graduate students Danielle Grenier and Julia Bareman are both shortlisted to participate in the youth delegations in June in Huntsville and Toronto.  Oak Bay News 

Herbert Schuetze, Economics - June 8

Report predicts labour shortage

With the effects of the financial crisis subsiding, Vancouver Island could be facing a labour shortage in four years, a new government report suggests. UVic labour economist Dr. Herbert Schuetze provides comment.  Times Colonist  

Zheng Wu, Sociology - June 2

Living in ethnic enclave affects sense of belonging

Another UVic researcher is quoted in announcements out of the 2010 Congress. According to new research presented today, living in ethnic enclaves leaves immigrants who come to Canada as adults feeling a weaker sense of belonging to this country. CanWest News is reporting Dr. Zheng Wu, a UVic professor of sociology, has found that the higher the concentration of people of their own ethnic group in their neighbourhood, the less adult immigrants feel like they belong to Canada.  CanWest News   

 

HST & Political Process Dr. Dennis Pilon, a University of Victoria faculty member, is available to discuss the current political situation regarding the HST and the petition calling for a referendum.

Nathan Bennett, Race Rocks

MEDIA RELEASE
May 13, 2010

UVIC STUDENT RECEIVES $180,000 TRUDEAU SCHOLARSHIP

University of Victoria geography student Nathan Bennett is one of 15 PhDs students this year receiving a highly coveted doctoral scholarship from the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation. As a 2010 Trudeau Scholar, Bennett will be examining the relationship between coral reef marine protected areas and local livelihoods along the Andaman Coast of Thailand.

Bennett is particularly interested in two global issues: conservation and the reduction of human poverty. Coral reefs are complex ecosystems that require protection and yet, some of the world’s poorest people depend on tropical coral reefs for their livelihoods and survival.  Bennett hopes to share his research results widely so other countries, such as Canada, can apply conservation practices to their own marine areas.

“This award will allow me to travel to Thailand and explore several questions related to the complex and evolving relationship between coral reef marine protected areas and local livelihoods on the Andaman Coast,” says Bennett. “Achieving a balance between the conservation and development agendas,” he adds, “will be increasingly challenging on a finite planet that is characterized by a growing population, increasing pressure on natural resources, and rapid global, social and environmental change.”

After earning a degree in education from UVic, Nathan completed a master’s degree from Lakehead University in Northern Ontario. His master’s thesis focused on Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation perspectives on the benefits of conservation and the creation of a national park on the East Arm of Great Slave Lake, Northwest Territories.

“Nathan is energetic, focused and very thorough,” says UVic geography professor Dr. Phil Dearden, Bennett’s supervisor. “His research also looks at climate change and that is something that impacts all of us.”

The Trudeau Foundation today announced the 15 PhD students receiving the 2010 scholarships. News release and details about the prestigious program are available at www.trudeaufoundation.ca.

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Media contacts:
Sheryl So (Environics Communications) at 416-920-9000 or sso@environicspr.com

Anne MacLaurin (Social Sciences Communications) at 250-472-4496 or sosccomm@uvic.ca

 

Broadcast news - Dennis Pilon - May 13

UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon has been busy on broadcast speaking about provincial politics: this morning, he was interviewed by CBC Radio Victoria's morning show with host Gregor Craigie about the HST initiative process and the politics of what might happen; last night on 'A' News and CTV BC about the anniversary of the Liberal provincial government; on May 11 on CBC TV News at Six about government and treaty deals and again on May 10 about the HST campaign and the impact on the BC government. 

Dennis Pilon, Political Science - May 12

Vander Zalm up to his old tricks, says Campbell

Globe reporter Ian Bailey writes today about the Premier's reaction to Bill Vander Zalm leading a popular campaign to scrap the controversial HST. Bailey turns to UVic political scientist Dr. Dennis Pilon for extensive comment on the politics behind these moves. The story is front-page news in the BC section of today's paper.  Globe and Mail   

 

 

 

Dr. Ron Skelton talks about stress on Shaw cable in this interview which aired on April 8 & 9, 2010

 

MEDIA TIPS AND LEADS - May 6, 2010

KILLAM PRIZE WINNER HOLDS TALK ON CIVIC FREEDOM:

University of Victoria constitutional expert Dr. James Tully, winner of the 2010 Killam Prize for the Humanities, applies a new kind of political and legal approach to global problems.
Tully is the first UVic faculty member to receive a Killam Prize and the only scholar in Western Canada this year to win the prestigious award. In his May 8 lecture at UVic, he will focus on public philosophy, civic freedom and the capacities of individuals to act co-operatively and effectively in addressing the complex challenges of the day.
Tully’s public lecture is part of a two-day BC Political Studies Conference (BCPSC) entitled Beyond Hope? From Aspirations to Accomplishments in Contemporary Politics. The annual conference is an opportunity for political scientists from across the province to exchange ideas on political theory. Members of the UVic community and the broader public are invited to attend the two plenary events free of charge.

To reserve a seat and for more info about attending the conference,
please visit http://web.uvic.ca/polisci/news.php
Parking info and maps are available at www.uvic.ca/visitors/explore/maps.

 

Robert Gifford, Psychology/Environmental Studies - May 5

Republicans won't be nudged into cutting home energy

Almost one million US households have cut electricity use by an average of 2.5 per cent. But a new study has identified a wrinkle in the plan: it only seems to work with liberals; Conservatives tend to ignore it, and some even respond by using more energy. UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford provides comment.  New Scientist  

No-tears approach to sharing a room - May 5

Dr. Gifford is also quoted in a story today about a growing trend -- due to the prohibitive cost of larger homes in Victoria's housing market -- of siblings having to share a room, and how to make that easier.  Times Colonist

John Volpe, Environmental Studies - May 5

BC oysters could fill Gulf gap

BC oyster sales could grow this year to fill a supply shortage created by the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which has closed fisheries in that region, say industry officials. UVic associate professor Dr. John Volpe, who leads the Seafood Ecology Research Group in the School of Environmental Studies, is quoted in this front-page story in today's Business section, about the immediate impact of the spill.  Times Colonist  

CTV News - Live interview

Dr. Amy Verdun, European studies expert and chair of UVic's Political Science department, was interviewed live on on national CTV news regarding the Greek debt crisis.  CTV News (video clip)

Independent living? - April 29

Political news pundit Sean Holman quotes UVic professor emeritus Dr. Norman Ruff in Monday Magazine's version of Holman's journal Public Eye, about close quarters for the BC legislative assembly speaker and the premier. Monday Mag

Shaw TV's "The Daily" show - April 28

Shaw TV journalist interviewed Chair of UVic Political Science Dr. Amy Verdun at the high school democracy event. The segment is expected to start airing at 6 p.m. and run in a loop till tomorrow morning.

UVic Salutes Its Top Researchers For 2010 - April 26

Whether it’s battling a devastating tropical disease, making computers easier to use or inspiring a worldwide audience with the genius of Shakespeare, University of Victoria researchers are making a difference in the lives of Canadians and people around the world.

To honour the achievements of its researchers the university will present its 2010 Craigdarroch Research Awards at a celebration tomorrow evening at the University Club on campus. http://communications.uvic.ca/releases

Congratulations to Dr.Cecilia Benoit and Dr.Neena Chappell from the Faculty of Social Sciences

Dr. Cecilia Benoit
Craigdarroch Award for Societal Contribution
Working closely with those on the front line of service delivery, sociologist Cecilia Benoit develops client-centred models of care for street-involved youth, sex workers, substance-using pregnant women and other stigmatized groups in BC and other regions of Canada.

Dr. Neena Chappell
Craigdarroch Award for Excellence in Communicating Research
Social gerontologist Neena Chappell studies quality of life for seniors, caregiving, and the health care system. Through community linkages, media interviews, publications and speaking engagements, Chappell is influencing decision-makers and the public in Canada and around the world.

 

New kiosks make recycling good for the pocketbook - April 22

UVic environmental psychologist Dr. Robert Gifford is quoted about incentives in an Associated Press story today about new electronic recycling kiosks in high-traffic areas.  Associated Press  

Patching up thorny relations - Amy Verdun, Political Science - April 15

A weekly newspaper about the EU says the longstanding relationship between Canada and the EU has for years hummed along quietly, but now the four-decade-old relationship has gone from the unassuming to the downright thorny amid a spate of trade and political spats. Dr. Amy Verdun, European studies expert and chair of UVic's Political Science department, provides comment. European Voice: http://www.europeanvoice.com/article/imported/patching-up-thorny-relations/67681.aspx

 

UVIC CONSTITUTIONAL EXPERT AWARDED KILLAM PRIZE - April 13

Constitutional expert Dr. James Tully, University of Victoria professor and one of the foremost political theorists of our time, was awarded the 2010 Killam Prize for the Humanities today from the Canada Council for the Arts.

“I am deeply honoured and humbled by this award,” says Tully. He receives the award in recognition of his distinguished career and exceptional contributions to Canadian scholarship and public life.

Visit www.canadacouncil.ca/home-e.htm for award details and information about the program.

(James Tully, Department of Political Science)

Spilled Punch, Hot Air Balloon Rides, and Enhanced Interrogation

Psychology Today - Steve Lindsay, UVic Dept. of Psychology

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/mental-mishaps/201001/spilled-punch-hot-air-balloon-rides-and-enhanced-interrogation

New map shows binners the way

UVic Geography, Community Based Research - April 12

The Times Colonist printed an article on Sunday about the results of a project by UVic's Community-Based Research Laboratory. UVic researchers and students have produced a pamphlet with information about binners as well as a map that shows everything from where binners can get water to where they usually take salvaged recyclables. UVic geographer Dr. Jutta Gutberlet, director of the lab, provides comment. (The article was also picked up in The Province.)  Times Colonist