Announcements
Parking permits on sale and enforcement reminder
Early bird parking permits are now on sale and valid starting Sept. 1. No action is required for employees using payroll deduction with auto-renew enabled in Hotspot. Reminder: when returning to campus, backing into or pulling through stalls is not permitted and vehicles parked this way will be ticketed and/or towed after two courtesy notices issued from Aug.15 to Sept. 15. Learn more and purchase parking passes.
New cybersecurity training now live
Employees can access the required cybersecurity training by logging into the training platform with your mtroyal email account. This year’s pretest features 22 questions designed to gauge your cybersecurity knowledge. Contact the IT training security analyst at 403.440.6329 or securityawareness@mtroyal.ca with any questions. Learn more.
Regular hours resume Thursday, Aug. 15
Regular operating hours come back into effect on Thursday, Aug. 15. Hours for most departments are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work in the T-wing courtyard
Part of the T-wing courtyard by the Iniskim Centre is closed as an arborist oversees the removal of trees due to the G-wing renovation. Branches and leaves from the trees are being mulched and used in planting beds and under trees on University grounds for water conservation and weed suppression. The Iniskim Centre will use a number of the tree trunks for use in sweat lodges. An equal number of trees will be planted on campus. Learn more.
New Student Orientation support
Please support in welcoming new and returning students to campus this fall. Participation in orientation activities will help create a lasting positive impression for students as they begin their academic journey. Last year, more than 156 faculty and staff members took on 253 volunteer shifts—demonstrating the strength of our community. There are various opportunities available, from checking in students to preparing welcome materials. Sign up for August or September shifts, and if you have any questions, contact the Orientation and Transition team at orientation@mtroyal.ca.
No water in Wyckham House Aug. 18
There will be no water in Wyckham House from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18 due to distribution pipe repairs.
Register for wellness events in September
Join Employee Wellness on Sept. 4 from 2 to 3 p.m. in EA2030 for the session What Is Art Therapy? with MRU faculty member Pattie Pryma, PhD. Remember to register for the Inkblot online webinar Establishing Healthy Boundaries on Sept. 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. Then join us for a Burnout Workshop presented by Grit Psychology on Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in EL1270. Register now.
Changes in Access and Inclusion Services
AIS processes and procedures have changed and there have been several updates that will impact how services are requested. Students, employees and faculty should check the updates in their accommodate portal.
New way to report phishing emails
Mount Royal has an easier, more effective way to report phishing emails that also enhances cybersecurity. Mtroyal.ca account holders can now use gmail’s built-in reporting feature for phishing emails, rather than the phish alert button or forwarding to cybersecurity@mtroyal.ca. This will also reduce the number of phishing emails that hit your inbox. Learn how.
Copyright information
Answer any copyright questions with the library’s newly designed Copyright Guide. The guide includes a number of searchable FAQs, as well as the Copyright Decision Tool, providing a simple way to assist in drafting decisions regarding the use of a copyright protected work. For questions, contact MRU’s Copyright Advisor at mrucopyright@mtroyal.ca.
Riddell Library has a new Reading List Tool
Join the library in an online or in-person workshop to learn how to share readings and other content easily with students through D2L. These 45-minute workshops will cover the basics of the Reading List Tool with time for questions and list-building. Learn more and register now.
Employee Appreciation Day at the Cougars Campus Store
The Cougars Campus Store will host an Employee Appreciation Day on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Full- and part-time employees can shop select regular-priced merchandise in-store at 25% off for one day only. Mark your calendar and head down to the store on Aug. 27 to shop.
Dell Back-to-School Sale
Unlock the biggest savings offer this summer during Dell’s Back-To-School Sale, which is live now through Sept. 9. These deals are available on our member page. Score big on these limited-time offers and remember to claim your extra discount. Request your exclusive Member Purchase Program coupon at www.dell.ca/mpp/myroyal then shop online using the link in the coupon email.
Get moving with fall recreation programs
MRU Recreation offers a variety of programs to help get you moving this fall. The schedule includes: intramural sports, group fitness, climbing, swim lessons, outdoor adventures and many more. Learn more and sign up now.