Tuesday, March 8
Noon
The Human Rights Committee at MHC is celebrating the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day.
There will be a Cookie Sale (with a twist) and march starting from Centennial Hall. Create a banner (Women's Day theme is Strong Leadership. Strong Women. Strong World: Equality) and join us in recognizing International Women’s Day!
Anyone wishing to donate to the Cookie Sale can drop off cookies in Centennial Hall at 11 a.m. on March 8. Proceeds will go to the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter. For more information, please contact Glenda Staples at ext. 3817.
MHC Spring Job Fair
Wednesday, March 16
11 a.m. - 4 p.m., B Wing Hallway
The MHC Spring Job Fair will highlight current or seasonal job opportunities and will put jobseekers directly in touch with employers / recruiters. Unlike the Career Fair, which focuses on providing information to students on what they can do once they complete their education, the main objective of the Job Fair is to help attendees gain employment, whether it is full-time, part-time or seasonal. The following services will be available:
- Community Employment Services will provide FREE resume and cover letter reviews, interview tips, advice on job searches and networking.
- The advising and recruitment office will be host an Information Session in room S159 from 1:00 – 2:30 for individuals who have been out of school for a while but are interested in coming back. Attendees can learn about upgrading options, explore programs and courses and find out about financial aid. Those interested in attending are asked to pre-register for the workshop by calling 403-529-3819.
- Complimentary transportation to the College using City Transit routes is available to individuals with Job Fair bus vouchers, courtesy of City of Medicine Hat Transit Department. To find out where you can receive your complimentary Job Fair bus voucher, please call 403-529-3819.
Earth Hour
Saturday, March 26
8:30 p.m.
How can you change the world? Join over 1 billion people who recognize the impact one small act can have. Turn off your lights for one hour starting at 8:30 p.m. http://wwf.ca/earthhour/
Alberta Prion Research Institute Lecture
featuring Jay Ingram (Daily Planet Host)
Wednesday, March 30
7 p.m., location to be confirmed
The Alberta Prion Research Institute is planning a lecture series, featuring Jay Ingram. Jay Ingram will deliver an engaging 45-minute presentation on a topic of high social relevance – prions and protein misfolding diseases – in three communities across Alberta (Medicine Hat, Grande Prairie and Red Deer).
Aimed at a lay audience, the talks will give a sense of the mysteries surrounding the misfolded proteins called prions, their importance in animal and human health, and the challenges facing researchers who are trying to solve the many unknowns associated with them. Watch for more information in On Campus.
Steps for Life
Occupational Safety and Health Week
May 1-6
This 5 km walk raises funds for victims of workplace fatalities. During North American Occupational Safety and Health Week the College will be hosting an event. See the website for details and look for more information around the college in the comming weeks. http://www.stepsforlife.ca/
Annual Power Shutdown
June 25-26
Please note there will be a planned power outage for preventative maintenance on:
- Saturday, June 25 2011 6:00am to 10:00pm
- Sunday, June 26 2011 6:00am to 10:00pm
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