September 2004
Sept. 22, 2004
KAMLOOPS-BC's newest university now has a name, one that UCC President
Roger Barnsley says, "effectively describes and will always remind us of
our regional mandate as the Thompson River basin encompasses the vast
majority of our region."
Thompson Rivers University, chosen by government from a list of community
nominations submitted for consideration by the UCC Board of Governors, was
announced at UCC Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004.
"It is a thoughtful and bold choice. It is a name we can be proud of, a
name with which we can move forward and take our place among the
province's, indeed, the world's, universities. At Thompson Rivers
University one will get a TRU education," Barnsley said.
The provincial government announced in early spring that the University
College of the Cariboo would become B.C.'s newest university and would
assume the responsibilities and assets of British Columbia Open University
and Open College. The new university shield depicts two rivers joining as one,
which symbolically represents the foundational features of the new university,
Barnsley explained.
"Our shield represents the amalgamation and the combined strengths of two
important British Columbia institutions, The University College of the
Cariboo and the British Columbia Open University and Open College. Through
this merger TRU will offer instruction face-to-face and at a distance in a
combined and unified fashion."
Barnsley also noted the different streams of knowledge that will be
combined at the new university are unique.
"No university in Canada will offer the comprehensive array of programs
that will span developmental, trades, technical, career and academic
educational programs," he said.
The new university also offers master's degrees in applied and professional
fields, and some doctoral programs in partnership with other universities.
For more information, please contact Josh Keller, Director, UCC Public
Relations, at 250-851-6843 or e-mail
jkeller@tru.caBC Government media release
Sept. 30, 2004
KAMLOOPS-UCC hosts a special presentation by Lt.-Gen. (Ret.) Romeo Dallaire
next month as part of the university's President's Lecture Series, created
to allow UCC students to hear and meet figures of global importance, to
enhance students' educational experiences and serve as role models for
students across the disciplines, as well as to share with the community the
opportunity to hear world-class speakers.
A highly decorated artilleryman, senior executive, human resources
generalist, visiting lecturer, and Order of Canada recipient
Lieutenant-General Romeo Dallaire may be best known for his service as the
Force Commander of the United Nations Mission to Rwanda. While tribunals
continue to discuss the tragedy in Rwanda, Stephen Lewis, Member of the
United Nations' panel of "eminent persons," declared, "If there is one
exemplary human being in all of this, it's Gen. Dallaire."
His experiences during the Rwandan crisis, and the failures by humanity to
stop the genocide despite timely warnings, are described in his bestselling
book, Shake Hands With the Devil, which won both the 2004 Canadian
Booksellers Association Author of the Year Award and the Award for Best
Nonfiction Book. He has also written many articles on leadership, conflict
resolution and humanitarian aid/human rights issues.
Since his retirement, Dallaire has spearheaded the effort to redefine the
long-term professional training and development requirements of the
Canadian Forces officer corps, and has been the Special Advisor to the
Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). In 2002, he was honoured
as the first recipient of the Aegis Trust Award. He has received a
Fellowship at the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy, Kennedy School of
Government, at Harvard University to pursue his research in conflict
resolution.
At a free public lecture to be held Thursday, October 14th at 7:00 pm in
the UCC Gymnasium, Lt.-Gen. Dallaire will address the topic, "Canadian
Leadership and Humanitarianism."
Admission to this lecture by a distinguished Canadian is by ticket,
obtained free after October 6th at the following on-campus locations:
bookie's or the Cariboo Student Society desk (UCC Campus Activity Centre),
or the Student Street info desk (UCC Old Main building) ; or downtown at
the Kamloops Museum & Archives (2nd & Seymour); Kamloops Art Gallery (5th &
Victoria).
The lecture will be followed by a question and answer period and book
signing. Copies of Lt.-Gen. Dallaire's book will also be available at the
event.
Sept. 29, 2004
KAMLOOPS-Next month, UCC will again open its doors for the public to
experience and explore the wide world of post-secondary education and
services, when it hosts the annual Open House and Career Day October 16th,
preceded by the UCC Alumni Association's Homecoming 2004.
Watch for the following events on campus October 14th, 15th, and 16th this
year:
Thursday, October 14th12:30 pm - Live Music: Alumni Theatre, Clocktower
UCC Cultural Events Committee presents a cappella quartet, the Cantabile
singers, in a free concert. Since its beginnings at Cambridge University,
Cantabile has performed more than 2,000 shows on five continents and made
200 TV appearances. Co-sponsored by the Plaza Heritage Hotel. For info call
372-9228.
7:00 pm - Romeo Dallaire Gymnasium
UCC President's Lecture Series presents Canadian hero, Order of Canada
recipient and outspoken leader for the 21st century Lieutenant-General
Romeo Dallaire, speaking on "Canadian Leadership and Humanitarianism."
Admission to this lecture is by ticket, obtained free after October 7th at
bookie's, the Cariboo Student Society desk, or the Student Street info
desk, or downtown at the Kamloops Museum and Kamloops Art Gallery.
Friday, October 15th7:00 pm - President's Reception Culinary Arts Building.
UCC President Roger Barnsley hosts a wine and hors d'oeuvres reception and
Distinguished Alumni Awards presentations. Tickets $25.RSVP by October 8th
to Heather Scollon at 371-5711.
Saturday, October 16th9:30 am - BreakfastTerrace Cafeteria, CAC
Breakfast hosted by the UCC School of Social Work and Human Services. Cost
$5.00 payable at the door. RSVP to mperessini@tru.ca
11:00 am - Open House & Career Day: Various Campus Locations
Entertainment, information, displays, food and fun for the whole family.
For info call 371-5835.
1:00 pm - Alumni 9-hole Golf Tournament: Pineridge Golf Course
Teams and singles can sign up for a fun round of golf. Cost $25.00 per
person. For a tee-off time or further info contact Heather Scollon at
371-5711.
5:30 pm - Wine & Cheese Reception: Room 130, Campus Activity Centre
Wine & cheese reception hosted by Bachelor of Education and Early Childhood
Education Departments for program graduates. RSVP to Marrilynn Holmes at
858-5204.
7:30 pm - Evening with Barney Bentall: Heroes Pub
An evening of music and dancing with legendary rocker Barney Bentall.
Tickets $25. For info call 371-5711.
Sept. 8, 2004
KAMLOOPS-UCC is setting another record this year, this time due to a major
increase in specialized international training programs at its Kamloops campus.
A record number of international trainees and students from China, Taiwan,
and Japanmore than 400will participate in study tour and specialized
teacher training programs throughout the summer and fall, bringing the
university's 2004 international contract revenue to $1.4 million, and
contributing an additional $3.5 million to the local economy.
"UCC's international programming has a significant impact on the Kamloops
economy," says UCC International executive director Cyndi McLeod. "And this
is certainly true of the contract programs we are doing this year. But
these short-term programs also deliver a number of additional benefits for
UCC and the community. They allow for professional exchange and development
for our faculty, and they are an important aspect of cross-cultural
exchange for the people and businesses of Kamloops."
Many of these trainees are high school or college instructors in their home
countries who have come to UCC for advanced English studies combined with
training in language teaching techniques.
"This year's dramatic increase in short-term programs reflects UCC's
growing reputation as an international destination for teacher training,"
says McLeod. "UCC has a long history of excellence in English as a Second
Language programming, and our partners and clients around the world are
coming here to tap into this expertise."
Along with teacher-trainees, UCC is also receiving groups of Chinese
college administrators for professional development programs. "UCC is well
recognized for innovation and excellence in educational administration.
This is the kind of institution that college administrators overseas seek
out to learn about educational leadership in North America," said Larry
Peatt, international contracts manager.
In addition to the dramatic increase in specialized training programs this
year, enrollment of international students in UCC's regular semester
programs has also reached record-high levels. More than 700 students from
48 different countries studied at UCC in the past academic year. This
contributed $20 million directly to local businesses, generated an overall
economic impact of $50 million per year, and created an additional 240
seats for the exclusive use of Canadian students.
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For more information, please contact UCC International Associate Director
Vera Wojna at 371-5529.
Facts & Figures:
- UCC International is the coordinating and facilitating unit for all
international activity at The University College of the Cariboo. The
department maintains active links, manages projects and cooperates with
associates in more than 26 countries worldwide.
- In the 2003/2004 university year, there were 700 full-time and 300
part-time students from 45 different countries studying at UCC.
- UCC has 50 offshore education initiatives running in 26 countries
worldwide.
- UCC's two-part International program consists of recruiting
international students for study at UCC, and offering UCC courses,
credentials and training programs offshore.
- UCC International generated over $7 million in gross revenues to
UCC, creating 240 seats for Canadian students last year.
- UCC's new $12 million International Centrea completely self-funded
capital project with no financial support from governmentis almost
complete. This new facility will allow UCC to more than double its
international student population within the next five years, increasing the
economic impact of UCC International to over $120 million annually.
- UCC has offered cultural study tours for more than 14 years, and is
currently hosting eight student groups from Japan, including one from
Kamloops' sister city, Uji City, Japan, for intensive English language
studies combined with a broad program of socio-cultural activities.
- Additional groups are traveling to Kamloops from the cities of
Beijing, Shanghai, Tianjin, Hebei, Guangxi, Chongqing, and Shenzhen in
China, to be joined by UCC's first-ever training group from Taichung,
Taiwan.