APRIL 2009 | VoLume 20101Student Life

7 Tips for

Controlling Cravings

by Sandy AceHealth Services

Sleep 101 by Susan RosenblumCounselling Services

JOBS!P. 16-21

Exam time is here! Read about the new

study zones in the DC Library.

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HeADLIneSGet Ready for the DC Exam Study Zone! | 4You’re Invited to a Friends of the Library Lecture! | 5Athletics Update | 5 Islamic Information | 5UW Students Win TD Canada Trust Urban Sustainability Challenge | 6

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Spring has arrived on campus! Photos courtesey of UW Graphics.

FeAtuReSControlling Cravings | 8Sleep 101 | 10

eVentSWater Boys End of Term Concert | 12Single and Sexy Auditions| 13Islamic Information Booth | 14

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3 Winter term classes end

Lunchtime travel Slideshows @ 12:15-12:45pm; eV1 221

8 on campus exams begin (April 8-24)http://www.registrar.uwaterloo.ca/exams/schedule.pdf

27 beginning this date, registered students can view their unofficial term grades in Quest (this means not all grades may appear)

7 Drop, Penalty 2 Period ends; last day to drop a course without a petition

English Language Proficiency Exam (eLPe) in the PAC. Visit http://elpp.uwaterloo.ca/ for details

Live & Learn Library Lecture: “Saying uncle: Speaking under torture or Coercion” @ 7-9pm; James J. brown Auditorium, Waterloo Public Library

10 university holiday: good Friday, university closed

11 easter weekend, university closed; no examinations scheduled

6 “ethics, Schmethics, What’s the buzz?” ethical Decision-making in Community Healthcare @ 4:30-6pm; Chapel Lounge, Renison university College

17 Distance education examination day

18 Distance education examination day

24 on-Campus examinations end

1 games from Faraway Places exhibit @ 11am (until Sunday, may 10 @ 4pm); b.C. matthew’s Hall 1016

Interdisciplinary Centre on Climate Change (IC3) Seminar Series @ 12-1:15pm; eV1 221

2 orchestra@waterloo Concert Featuring Students, Staff, Faculty and Alumni @ 8-10pm; Humanities theatre

13 Free Public event: “Vietnam: If Kennedy Had Lived.” meet authors James g. blight, Janet m. Lang and David A. Welch @ 4-6pm; Seagram Room, Centre for International governance Innovation

20 Friends of the Library Lecture ‘09 @ 12-1pm; theatre of the Arts, mL

Parallels of Power, organizations and their Clients @ 4:30-6pm; Chapel Lounge, Renison university College

22 Hallman Lecture: “Pressure Zone or Pleasure Zone? How Family Life Impacts Work-life balance” @ 4:30-5:30pm; Lyle S. Hallman Institute, Room 1621, Sun Life Financial Auditorium

St. Jerome’s Lectures in Catholic experience @ 7-9pm; St. mary’s Hospital, Heasley Hall, Kitchener

Public Forum on the middle east @ 7:30-9pm; Conrad grebel great Hall

21 Live & Learn Library lecture: “necromedia” @ 7-9pm; James J. brown Auditorium, Waterloo Public Library

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SilentStudy

QuietStudy

No talking. Headphones must be used.

Quiet talking is allowed. Headphones must be used.

You’re Invited to a Friends of the Library Lecture!

The Library’s annual Friends of the Library lecture is

scheduled for noon on April 20 in the Theatre of the Arts and will feature the first campus talk by UW’s Chancellor elect, Mr. Prem Watsa, CEO of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited.

As part of the event’s celebrations, the Library will be honouring members of the university community who, in

Get Ready for the DC Exam Study Zone!

In response to student demand, DC staff will be

taking a firm stance on noise, transforming the Library into a quiet Exam Study Zone for the exam period of March 29 to April 24.

What will change?

The Davis Centre Library will be divided into two zones that will be colour-coded red and yellow.

More Specifically:

To help reduce noise and other disruptions, students will be required to turn their cell phones to silent prior to

entering the Library and hot or aromatic food will not be allowed (although covered drinks like coffee will still be permitted). Students disregarding these guidelines will be asked to leave the Library.

Why the change?

The Exam Study Zone is being created in direct response to students’ many requests for reduced noise and increased quiet study space in Davis. Students have provided feedback to this effect through comments cards, discussion groups, and numerous surveys.

Exam time is just around the corner and things will be getting quieter – MUCH quieter – around

the Davis Centre Library.

2008, have authored a book, composed a musical score, mounted an art show, or were recognized for their design or photography work. Works will be publicly recognized and displayed during the event.

To register for this lecture, please contact Cheryl Kieswetter, 519-888-4567 ext. 32281.

The Islamic Information Center of the University of

Waterloo is setting up weekly Islamic Information Booth in SLC Great Hall and Vendor Alley.

Please drop by to pick up your own FREE Copy of The Holy Quran, Books, and DVDs on Islam. Ask any question about Islam. Free Sign-up for email list and visit to local mosque.

Islamic Information

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Exam Fitness Schedules

Check out www.gowarriorsgo.ca after March 30th for the free exam fitness schedule.

First Aid Instructor Courses

Interested in being a First Aid Instructor? Check out Warriors Online at www.gowarriorsgo.ca to find out how you can become certified and potentially work for Campus Recreation and earn your course fee back by teaching the course to others.

Varsity Athletics

The 2008-2009 Varsity Season has almost come to an end for all of our 31 varsity teams. Warrior Athletics would like to thank you all for your support this season and are looking forward to a successful 2009-2010 season .

Work with the Warriors

There are many opportunities to Work with the Warriors in the upcoming terms. Check out the opportunities online for both Varsity and Campus Recreation positions. Job applications for summer and fall terms can be submitted at anytime.

Spring Campus Recreation Registration

Don’t forget to visit www.gowarriorsgo.ca for information on Spring Registration.

Intramural Registration: May 4-8th

Program and Instructional Registration: May 11-14th

Athletics Update

make sure smoke alarms are 1. working! this reduces the risk of dying in a fire by half.

Find your fire extinguisher. All 2. rental properties should have them. Know all their locations.

Check all electrical devices, cords 3. and outlets. Don’t allow electrical cords to fall into disrepair, and turn off unused electrical devices.

Keep warm safely! Keep space 4. heaters 3 feet away from any flammable material (including newspapers, bedding and desks).

Stand by your pan. never leave 5. food unattended while it’s cooking.

Fire and Alcohol don’t mix. A large 6. number of fires occur when people try to cook after consuming alcohol.

Candles should be snuffed out 7. if you are leaving the room and should always be in a non-flammable container or holder.

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Top 7 Fire Safety Tips for Students

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UW Students Win TD Canada Trust Urban Sustainability Challenge

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by JoHnny tRInHStudent Life Coordinator

On Monday, March 23, 2009, Bianca Sayan,

Faculty of Environment and Megan Chan, Faculty of Arts: School of Accountancy, were the recipients of $25, 000.00 from the TD Canada Trust Friends of the Environment Foundation. These students represented the university in the Urban Sustainability Challenge presented by TD Friends of the Environment. Over 52 schools competed, consisting of 469 students in 182 teams. The winners included the University

of Waterloo, University of New Brunswick, University of Manitoba, and Lakehead University. The competition required teams to submit an proposal with ideas that if implemented would have a positive environmental impact. Bianca Sayan and Megan Chan’s winning submission, “My Green Neighbour: Residential Energy Efficiency Loans for Canadian Investors” suggested ways Canadians could assist each other to improve energy efficiency, decrease overall greenhouse gas emissions, while seeking positive returns on

their investments. Dr. Steven Young from the Faculty of the Environment, was the sponsor for the University of Waterloo team. Yvette Scrivener, Manager of Community Relations and Friends of the Environment Foundation presented the award to Bianca Sayan and Megan Chan in the Student Life Centre. Associate Dean of Environment, Dr. Mark Seasons and Dr. Paul Parker, Faculty of Environment were present to share in this momentous occasion. Congratulations to Bianca Sayan and Megan Chan.

Faculty of Environment students Megan Chan and Bianca Sayan were awarded $25,000 by TD Canada Trust’s Friends of the Environment Foundation for their project “My Green Neighbour: Residential Energy Efficiency Loans for Canadian Investors.” Photo by Johnny Trinh.

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Above left: Yvette Scrivener, TD Canada Trust Manager of Community Relations, talks to Rogers Television about the award. Above right: Associate Dean of Environment, Dr. Mark Seasons, and Professor, Dr. Paul Parker, have their picture taken with the winning students.

Controlling Cravings

F e a t u r e

by SAnDy ACe, RDHealth Services Dietitian

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While generally not a significant problem, out-of-control cravings can lead to emotional distress, feelings of guilt and/ or weight gain.

If your cravings have progressed from the “occasional” to the “constant” category, then it’s important to develop some coping strategies.

If you have an intense desire to eat certain foods, especially

when you feel stressed, upset or bored, you’re definitely not alone.

Most people experience irresistible cravings for “comfort foods” like chips, cookies, ice cream and, of course, chocolate from time to time.

Keep a food diary.

Write down everything you eat and drink for a week, paying particular attention to situations or moods that instigate cravings. Do they seem to come at certain times of the day? How long since your last meal or snack and what did you eat? Were you bored, tired,

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angry, sad or anxious? Once you recognize what triggers your cravings, developing strategies to manage them can be easier.

Look at your diet to see what improvements you can make.

Are you skipping breakfast or lunch? Dieting or missing meals is a sure-fire way to set yourself up for cravings later in the day. Eat three balanced meals that consist of whole grains, vegetables and fruit, low fat milk products, meat or a meat alternative and

small amounts of healthy fat. Including a protein-rich food like meat, fish, poultry, eggs, beans, lentils, tofu or nuts in a meal or snack means you’ll feel satisfied longer. Choosing high fibre foods such as 100% whole grain breads, crackers and cereals will help prevent blood sugar highs and lows that can bring on an overpowering urge to eat. Aim to eat every three to four hours and have a balanced snack between meals, such as low-fat cheese with whole grain crackers and an apple.

Crave-proof your environment.

If you find it hard to resist

potato chips, make it easy on yourself and don’t keep them in the house. Stock up on healthy, satisfying munchies, like cut-up raw vegetables with low-fat dip, spicy hummus with whole wheat mini-pitas, yogurt with fresh fruit and crunchy low-fat granola, baked tortilla chips with salsa, or whole grain English muffins with peanut butter.

Indulge sometimes.

Allow yourself to enjoy a moderate portion of the food you crave. Got to have cookies?

Take a ten minute walk to the neighbourhood coffee shop with just enough money to buy one or two. Craving chips? Buy yourself a single serving bag at the convenience store and enjoy them down to the last crumb. The feeling of deprivation that comes when you consistently deny yourself your favourite foods will only make cravings more intense.

Change your routine.

If you routinely go to the cupboards before heading to your room to study or get out the snacks when tuning it to your favourite TV show, change things up. Plan to study in the

library or eat only when you’re in the kitchen.

Make a list of distractions you can enjoy rather than turning to food.

Food cravings usually fade with time, so think of other things that can help you to re-focus. A 15-minute walk can revitalize you during a monotonous afternoon study session. Listening to your favourite music or calling your friend can cheer you up after a less-than-hoped-for exam grade.

never underestimate the power of a good night’s rest.

Getting seven to nine hours of sleep each night may help to balance hormones that regulate your appetite and, in particular, your desire for starchy foods like cookies, bread and pasta.

Learn to listen to your body’s true hunger signals and find alternative ways to deal with emotions. If you feel unable to control food cravings on your own, make an appointment to talk to a health professional or counsellor on campus.

“If your cravings have progressed from the ‘occasional’ to the ‘constant’

category, then it’s important to develop some coping strategies. ”

by SuSAn RoSenbLumCounselling Services

Sleep – It seems like something you shouldn’t have to think

about, right? Many people are sleep deprived due to stress, too much work, or poor sleep habits. Adults need at least 7-9 hours of sleep per night, according to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). However, in a recent NSF survey (2005), adults reported sleeping a nightly average of 6.8 hours on weekdays and 7.4 hours on weekends. Many people, especially students, are sleeping

far less than they need, and this can have negative effects on mental and physical health. Our bodies are diurnal, meaning the body is supposed to sleep when it is dark and be awake when it is light. The optimal times to go to sleep are between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., which is when the body is designed to rest. Sleeping allows the brain to regenerate and process information (NSF, 2005). According to the NSF (2005), getting enough sleep may be a problem for many young people. This is because many youth feel most alert after 3 p.m., have difficulty going to

sleep before 11 p.m., and crave more sleep in the morning hours. This is because melatonin, a sleep-related hormone that changes the circadian rhythms of the sleep-wake cycle, is secreted at a different time for youth, compared with young children and adults. Furthermore, sleep may be the first thing to go when people are under a lot of pressure to complete tasks. For example, as a student, you may feel compelled to get everything finished at the end of term, and may stay up at night to cram for exams and projects. But you may be putting yourself

at a disadvantage by not getting enough sleep. Lack of sleep can affect your concentration, alertness, coordination and memory (“Sleep on It”, 2005). Further, being tired can reduce your ability to think clearly, and it is harder to stay organized and focused. While many people drink coffee or cola to stay awake, these stimulants help minimally. Thus, while they will keep you wakeful, your performance may not be up to your usual standard. In fact, lack of sleep can even lower your I.Q. score (“Sleep on It”, 2005). Other outcomes of sleep deficits are that it can suppress

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“Many people, especially students, are sleeping far less than they need, and this can have negative effects on

mental and physical health.”

the immune system, leaving one more prone to illnesses. Further, it can affect moods, and leave people feeling more irritable, which makes it is easier to get iTnto confrontations. Sleep-deprivation can even effect normal conversation, which could have an impact on giving an oral presentation. Moreover, being tired might make you feel more hungry, causing you to over-eat. This is due partly to an increase in the levels of stress hormones, which increases the desire for high-fat and high-sugar foods. Unfortunately, since the body’s

metabolism slows down at night time, so the body burns fewer calories. Another concern about being too tired is that more motor vehicle accidents occur when people are less alert. Fatigue has been identified as a main cause in thousands of police-reported traffic crashes each year, killing or injuring many people. Regrettably, young drivers 25 years or less are involved in more than one-half of fall-asleep crashes. If you see that you are affected by lack of sleep, some suggestions for getting a better rest are listed on the next page.

8 Tips for Good Sleep HabitsFrom the National Sleep Foundation

Appendix of Sleep OrganizationsAmerican Academy of Sleep

medicine (AASm)

national Sleep Foundation (nSF)

Association of Polysomnographic technologists (APt)

American Sleep Apnea Assocication (ASAA)

Restless Legs Foundation (RLSF)

Sleep Research Society

World Federation of Sleep Research Societies (WFSRS)

national Institute of Healthnational Centre on Research

Resources

national Institute on Aging (nIA)

national Institute on mental Health

national Heart, Lung and blood Institute (nHLbI)

national Centre on Sleep Disorders Research

Sleep Research online

national Library of medicine

new Abstracts and Papers in Sleep (nAPS)

bibliosleep - all sleep and sleep-related papers from 1992 to

present

Centrewatch Clinical trials Website

Food and Drug Administration’s Web Page

Stanford university Centre of excellence for the Diagnosis and

treatment of Sleep Disorders

Centre for narcolepsy

Sleep Surgery

the Sleep and Circadian neurobiology Laboratory

School of Sleep medicine

the Sleep Well

Stanford Primary Care Sleep education Project

uCSF/Stanford Healthcare Home Page

Stanford’s ACCeSS

Stanford Healthlink

Circadian Rhythms - Circadian technologies

Sleep Information for Patients and the general Public

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Sleep is good for the brain. 1. Get enough of it, and get it when you need it. Even mild sleepiness can hurt your performance -- from taking school exams to playing sports or video games. Lack of sleep can make you look tired and feel depressed, irritable, and angry.

Be consistent. Establish 2. a regular bedtime and waketime schedule, and try to maintain it during weekends and vacations. If you take a nap, take it early in the afternoon.

Learn how much sleep you 3. need to function at your best. You should wake up feeling rested.

Expose yourself to the light 4. as soon as possible in the morning, as this helps to signal to the brain when it should wake up.

Understand your circadian 5. rhythm. Then, you can try to plan your schedule throughout the day according to your internal clock. For example, compensate for sleepy times by participating

in stimulating activities or classes that are interactive.

In the afternoon, avoid coffee, 6. colas, alcohol and nicotine.

Relax before going to bed. 7. Try to avoid heavy reading, studying, and computer games within one hour of going to bed. Plan time to unwind before going to sleep.

Staying up late can disrupt 8. your sleep patterns and your ability to be alert the next day.

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Get FREE:The Holy Qurí an

Visit online today to get free copy of the Holy Qur’anor email info@uwislam.com for more information

9:00 AM ñ 5:00 PM9:00 AM ñ 5:00 PM

Books/DVDs

Workshops/Movie Nights

Visit to Local Mosque

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Do you want your photographs and/or artwork featured in

Student Life 101?

E-mail your submissions in

PDF or JPG format to Johnny Trinh:

jdtrinh@uwaterloo!

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http://www.ohd.uwaterloo.ca

UW Student Enrichment Opportunity-

Facilitator for Student Leadership Workshops –

Fall 2009/Winter 2010

The Department of Organizational & Human Development [OHD] is seeking several creative and enthusiastic students that will assist in facilitating workshops for the departments newly developed Student Leadership Program. This enrichment opportunity is open to current UW students (undergraduate or graduate). Facilitation of The Student Leadership Program is a superb opportunity for students to work with a variety of students from across campus in addition to personally developing leadership, presentation and facilitation skills in a supported environment. A flexible time commitment will be required each term. Workshops will be scheduled based on student demand per term and would normally involve facilitation of 4-5 two hour workshops per term. All successful candidates will be “certified” as an OHD Student Leadership Facilitator following Facilitation Training on either Sept 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2009 or Dec 2nd, 3rd and 4th 2009.

The above enrichment opportunity would also include mentorship from a UW staff or Faculty member facilitator commencing September 2009 or January 2010 on an ongoing partnership with OHD. If you are a current graduate student this opportunity would qualify for one GS 903 teaching observation in partial fulfillment of the Certificate in University Teaching (CUT) offered through the CTE. Graduate student involvement would require a letter of support from your supervisor. Student facilitators will be paid $35.00 per workshop (not including preparation time). To be eligible to apply, students must be on campus for either the Fall 2009 or Winter 2010 term. A description of the 12 Leadership workshops is available on line: http://www.ohd.uwaterloo.ca/students

The deadline for applications is April 3rd, 2009.

Background:

OHD has developed a series of experiential Student Leadership Workshops for current UW students [undergraduate and graduate]. The intent of these offerings is to enhance UW student’s leadership capabilities, and to help students gain knowledge and develop skills in leadership on campus and within the community. Some topics include, “Exploring the Principles of Leadership”, “Creativity”, “Running an Effective Team Meeting”, “Building Credibility” and “Communication and Leadership Styles”.

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http://www.ohd.uwaterloo.ca

OHD will be offering these broad based leadership workshops on campus during the Fall, Winter and Spring terms. Each session is 2 hours in duration.

Purpose of the Learning Opportunity:

With the anticipated expansion of the Student Leadership Program, OHD would like to provide UW students with the opportunity to:

Develop presentation and facilitation skills Develop personal leadership skills Develop relationships with UW staff and faculty on campus by co-facilitating

the leadership workshops with a staff facilitator and/or Faculty member. Support Student Leadership on campus

Responsibilities:

Working closely with the Director of OHD, the Coordinators within OHD, and the staff/faculty facilitators, the student facilitators would be responsible for delivering and facilitating leadership workshops to small groups of students. The workshops would be co-facilitated with a staff/faculty facilitator. Ideally, the student would deliver 4-5 two hour workshops per term (in addition to preparation time). All successful candidates will be “certified” as an OHD Student Leadership Facilitator following Facilitation Training on either Sept 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2009 or Dec 2nd, 3rd and 4th 2009

Preferred qualifications include:

Successful experience working with diverse student populations. Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management skills. Willingness to work a flexible schedule (evening and weekend schedule may

be required). Minimum one year on campus In minimum ‘Good’ academic standing

The deadline for applications is April 3rd, 2009. Applications should include (i) a resume, (ii) a one page letter stating why you would like to become a facilitator, and (iii) if you are a graduate student, a letter of recommendation from your supervisor would be required.

Contact Information:

Please send all nominations and applications to Susan Grant, Organizational & Human Development, HH 161. smgrant@uwaterloo.ca

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JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Warrior Weekends Director

Reporting to the Warrior Weekends Administrative Coordinator (WWAC), the Warrior Weekends Directors coordinate all aspects of the program, rotating, as a team, through four different roles each term: Lead Director; Volunteer and Promotions Director; Marketing Director; and Assistant Director. This prestigious position will give successful candidates a well rounded leadership experience, allowing individuals to develop skills in marketing, event management, volunteer management, communication, time management and organization.

Brief introduction to Warrior Weekends: The mission of Warrior Weekends is: Warrior Weekends, through coordinated departmental efforts, offers opportunities for social interactions by providing a variety of accessible programs that enhance student life, develop student leadership, and build UW community.

Warrior Weekends is a joint initiative of the Student Life Office, the Federation of Students, the Department of Athletics and Recreation, the Student Life Centre and the Department of Housing and Residence Life.

Job Requirements o Experience as a WW volunteer is strongly recommended.o Excellent knowledge of previous WW events.o Excellent understanding of the goals of WW.o Proven event planning experience, communication skills and leadership

experience are an asset.o Strong writing skills, interpersonal skills and time management skills, with the

ability to prioritize tasks is essential.o Ability to work independently and within a group is also an asset.o Successful candidates must be full-time registered undergraduate or graduate

students (including co-op) in good academic standing.

RemunerationAt the end of each term WW Directors will each receive an honorarium of $400.

Time CommitmentThe amount of time required of the WW Directors varies throughout the term. The greatest commitment each month occurs in the week preceding a programmed event. On average WW Directors commitment approximately 10 hours per week. All WW Directors are expected to attend all Warrior Weekend event, weekly directors meetings and weekly volunteer meetings.

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Start Date:For Spring term May 5th – July 30th

For Fall term September 8th – December 1st

Confirmed commitment dates - others may be confirmed at a later date For Spring Term Directorship Training: To Be Announced (either in April or early May) May 29th and 30th

June 26th and 27th

July 10th and 11th

For Fall Term Directorship Training: To Be Announced (either in August or early September) September 25th and 26th

October 23rd and 24th

November 13th and 14th

November 27th and 28th

Applicants are asked to submit their resume to cedupuis@uwaterloo.caby Wednesday April 3 2009

As there are two different terms, BE SURE TO INDICATE WHICH TERM(S) you are applying for. Thank you for your cooperation.

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JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Warrior Weekends Administrative Coordinator (WWAC)Department: The Student Life Office

Warrior weekends were created, through coordinator departmental efforts, to offer opportunitiesfor social interactions by providing a variety of accessible programs that enhance student life, develop student leadership, and build UW community. The Advisory Committee for Warrior Weekends consists of representatives from the four on-campus partners for the program, including the Student Life Office, the Federation of Students, Housing and Residences, and Athletics.

The Warrior Weekends Administrative Coordinator will assist the Warrior Weekends Directors and volunteers in planning and implementing Warrior Weekend events, while seeking guidance from the Advisory Committee. This position will report to the Student Life Coordinator: First-Year Experience and he/she will work out of the Warrior Weekends Office in the Student Life Centre.

This position will attend the Warrior Weekend directors meetings and assist the Directors with some elements of the event. This position will also be responsible for attending termly advisory committee meetings, volunteer meetings and meet with the Student Life Coordinator: First-Year Experience as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Excellent knowledge of the previous Warrior Weekends events and an understanding of the goals of Warrior Weekends. Experience as either a Warrior Weekend Director or a Warrior Weekends volunteer is preferred. Proven event planning experience. Proven communication skills. Proven experience leading committees and managing teams. Strong writing skills and interpersonal skills. Strong budgeting skills. Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to work independently and within a group.

This position will preferably be filled by a full-time student during their academic term.

Note: Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and résumé via email to cedupuis@uwaterloo.ca by Wednesday March 11th 2009.

Confirmed commitment dates - others may be confirmed at a later date Start Date:Part-time for Spring term May 5th – July 30th

Part time for Fall term September 14th – December 1st

Hours per week: An average10 hours per week for an approximate total of 120hours for the term. Must be flexible with hours as this position does require evenings and weekends.

For Spring Term Training: To Be Announced (either in April or early May) May 29th and 30th

June 26th and 27th

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July 10th and 11th

For Fall Term Training: To Be Announced (either in August or early September) September 25th and 26th

October 23rd and 24th

November 13th and 14th

November 27th and 28th

Applicants are asked to submit their resume to cedupuis@uwaterloo.caby Wednesday April 3rd 2009.

As there are two different terms, BE SURE TO INDICATE WHICH TERM(S) you are applying for. Thank you for your cooperation.

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