Date: Thursday, March 22, 2012
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: GB202 (2nd Floor, Galbraith Building)
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In commemoration of World Water Day 2012, join us for the screening of the documentary “GasLand” followed by a Panel Discussion.
The movie and the panel discussion will explore the issues associated with the on-land drilling for natural gas, and the associated impacts to groundwater supplies, human health and the environment.
!!! Dinner will be provided !!!
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Date: Thursday, March 15, 2012
Time: 12 noon – 1 pm
Location: GB217 (Galbraith Building)
Speaker: Samentia Wilson, Administrative Assistant, Black Creek Community Health Centre
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Understanding your strengths, abilities and unique qualitiies, and knowing how to develop and enhance these characteristics are important for your professional development.
Learn how to identify your personal qualities and abilities that will enhance your career success.
!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!
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Date: Friday, March 09, 2012
Time: 12 noon – 1pm
Location: BA1240 (Bahen Building)
Speaker: Lisa Mattam, Managing Principal – The Mattam Group
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Mastering the art of networking is important for continuous learning, career advancement and professional success.
Join us as we explore ways and tools for building and maintaining your personal network.
!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!
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Date: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Time: 12 noon – 1 pm
Location: GB117
Speakers: Laura Mitchell and Peter Shewchenko, Toastmasters International.
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You are invited to attend our first Professional Development Workshop for the semester.
Join us for an interactive session where you will learn the importance of and techniques for communicating your thoughts and ideas in an effective manner to impact others and make a lasting impression.
!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!
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Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Location: GB217
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Membrane water treatment technology is constantly improving. The development of new membrane systems for customized applications is expanding the options to meet specialized needs. This webcast presents the results of comparison studies that assess the performance of ceramic and nano-fiber membranes. Pilot studies and cost analyses demonstrate the factors that influence decisions regarding the selection of ceramic or polymeric MF/UF membranes. Also, electro-spun nano-fiber membranes (ENMs) and their applications in water treatment will be introduced.
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Date: Friday, November 11, 2011
Time: 12 noon – 1 pm
Location: GB303 (3rd Floor, Galbraith Building
Speaker: Hershel Guttman, Senior Environmental Engineer, R.V. Anderson Associates Limited.
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This seminar will provide an overview of the water industry and water treatment. It is an excellent opportunity to learn about the different roles that engineers play within the industry and the opportunities that are available.
!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!
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Date: Wednesday, November 02, 2011
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Location: GB217
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Virtually all treatment plants that do not disinfect prior to filtration are employing biofiltration. Optimizing this process can give enhanced treatment results. This webcast describes methods to take advantage of biofiltration to improve water quality and reduce treatment costs. Examples of treatment plants employing biofiltration illustrate the benefits from this effective treatment process.
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Date: Friday, September 30, 2011
Time: 12 noon – 1 pm
Location: GB303
Speaker: Tom Moulton, Past President – OWWA
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You are invited to attend our first seminar for the academic year 2011 – 2012!
This is an opportunity to learn more about the Chapter and our activities, ways you can get involved; and also obtain information on our parent group – the Ontario Water Works Association (OWWA) and the Young Professionals. The seminar will highlight how you will benefit as a student and when transitioning to the professional working world.
!!! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED !!!
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Date: September 21, 2011
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Location: GB217
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Water systems are not immune from the effects of periodic drought conditions. Either short- or long-term water shortages can be mitigated by proper planning.
This webcast describes how water utilities can effectively respond to drought conditions. Presenters discuss the main elements of a successful drought management plan. Several examples of the effective execution of utility drought response plans are also presented.
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Date: September o6, 2011
Time: 10 am – 12 noon
Location: Bahen Building
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We will have a booth display at the Skule Clubs Day providing information on the Chapter and our activities planned for the coming year.
Please check us out on the second floor and collect our 2011 – 2012 brochure for our list of upcoming activities.
Detailed information on these activities is also posted on our Events page.
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