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Bill and Elsa Cade receive Generosity of Spirit Award

trevor.kenney — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 22:47:23 +0000

President Emeritus Dr. Bill Cade and his wife Elsa have a saying: "We've always believed in the 3 Ts," says Bill. "Time, treasure and talent. Everyone can help their community and fellow humans in at least one of those ways."

Both originally from Texas, the former president of the U of L and his wife Elsa certainly have all three areas covered and were recently recognized with a Generosity of Spirit award at a National Philanthropy Day event in Calgary.

The Cades were honoured in the family category of the program, which also recognizes the philanthropy of individuals, companies and organizations. The video below was shown at the event.

As strong supporters of education and youth, the Cades have established the Bill and Elsa Salazar Cade Scholarship in Evolutionary Biology at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge, the endowment of which has reached nearly $130,000. They have both contributed to countless student fundraisers and have volunteered their time with many local organizations, including the Lethbridge Youth Foundation, Alberta Science Foundation and the Lethbridge United Way. In recognition of her long-standing service to the community, Elsa was awarded the 2010 ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Senate Volunteer award.

When he was president, Bill often found himself on the front lines of fundraising.

"More than once I would say to potential supporters, I wouldn't ask you to do anything I haven't done myself," he says. "To be in the position of asking people, you have to be there yourself. Otherwise it just doesn't work. "

One such donation garnered a lot of attention. In the spring of 2010, they donated their much-loved 1984 BMW, affectionately named Michael Nolan, to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Students' Union to be raffled off in support of student scholarships. The unique donation raised more than $30,000 through ticket sales to students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members.

For those looking to start their philanthropic journey, Elsa has some advice: "Get involved in your community and in what interests you," she says. "Giving doesn't have to come out of your wallet. When it's something that's close to you, it's amazing what you can accomplish."

Generosity of Spirit Award given to Bill and Elsa Cade

trevor.kenney — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:56:10 +0000

��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge President Emeritus, Dr. Bill Cade, and his wife Elsa have received a Generosity of Spirit Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Calgary & Area Chapter at a National Philanthropy Day (NPD) event in Calgary.

The Cades were nominated for the Family category of the popular award program, which recognizes and celebrates the philanthropy of individuals, companies, and organizations in the community.

Bill and Elsa are well known in the southern Alberta community to be strong supporters of education and youth.

Among the numerous projects they have been involved with, they established the Bill and Elsa Salazar Cade Scholarship in Evolutionary Biology, an endowment which has reached nearly $130,000.

They have both contributed to countless student fundraisers and volunteered their time with many local organizations, including the Lethbridge Youth Foundation, Alberta Science Foundation and the Lethbridge United Way.

In recognition of her long-standing service to the community, Elsa was awarded the 2010 ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Senate Volunteer award and was instrumental in supporting a Haiti earthquake relief effort which raised more than $118,000.

In the spring of 2010, they donated their much-loved 1984 BMW, affectionately named Michael Nolan, to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Students' Union to be raffled off in support of student scholarships. The unique donation raised more than $30,000.

From student groups and aboriginal programs to economic development, the Cades have supported numerous local projects and community-based organizations such as the Rotary Club of Lethbridge, to which they have a combined 30 years of service.

They've also served as a resource to various youth and student groups. What is particularly noteworthy is the integral role Elsa has played in the family by putting her career as an award-winning science educator on hold, to support Bill in his role as president.

Adventures in philanthropy

trevor.kenney — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:23:23 +0000

Actions speak louder than words – it's an old adage and the message is repeated in numerous phrases such as "practice what you preach" and "put your money where your mouth is." These sayings reflect the understanding that, at its very essence, philanthropy is personal and intimate, something that requires individual sacrifice.

Together, ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge President Dr. Bill Cade and his wife, Elsa, are a living testament to this truth.

When they came to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ, Elsa expressed a desire to be part of the U of L team. Now, with 10 years of service coming to a close, it's undeniable: these philanthropists believe in their cause.

Elsa Cade with members of the U of L's Rotaract Club as they help raise money for the purchase of shelterboxes to send to Haiti.

As the presidential couple, Bill and Elsa have served as front-line fundraising ambassadors; encouraging community members, government officials, faculty, staff and even students to support the goals of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ. But what made their requests so powerful, and ultimately successful, was the example they set themselves.

"Bill and Elsa have been incredibly generous volunteers and donors at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge and in their community," says Dan Laplante (BMgt '88), the president of CTE Ltd. and Chair of the U of L's Legacy of Leadership Campaign, which wrapped up in 2007. "Their support has been given quietly, but has not gone unnoticed by the many students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members who have seen the impact of this philanthropy. The Cades have inspired many to give back."

To date, the couple has contributed more than $100,000 personally and supported initiatives as diverse as student awards, athletics and the library. This past spring, the Cades donated their long-loved BMW to the Students' Union to be raffled off in support of student scholarships. Michael Nolan, as the car is affectionately named, illustrates the playful energy and enthusiasm characteristic of Bill and Elsa, who have always made students their priority.

Christine Michell is one such student who has benefited first-hand from the Cades' generosity. As a recipient of the Bill Cade and Elsa Salazar Cade Scholarship in Evolutionary Ecology, Michell was able to move her interest in animal ecology from the classroom to the field.

"I've spent three summers doing field work in animal ecology," explains Michell, who graduated in June with a combined degree in biology and education. "These were great experiences and they wouldn't have been possible without the scholarship I received."

In addition, as a fellow biologist, Michell is flattered to be funded specifically for her work in evolutionary ecology.

"It's an honour to be recognized for my work in an area that's obviously so important to Dr. Cade," says Michell, who jokingly hopes the president isn't too disappointed that she studies birds instead of insects.

Michell emphasizes that she admired Bill's dedication to students throughout her time at the U of L.

"He's been a visible presence on campus. As a biology student, I saw him in the department and at the seminar presentations for the students who work in his lab. He says hello in the halls and attends as many student events as he can," says Michell, who admits his approach isn't what she expected.

The Cades' philanthropy is driven by the spirit of generosity that Michell describes. The role of the presidential couple is a busy one, but Bill and Elsa have graciously volunteered countless hours to both the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ and the broader community, going above and beyond the call of duty to help.

No matter what the project or initiative, whether raising funds for a new building or a new student program, the Cades don't just talk the talk, they walk the walk, creatively making their gifts and believing in the results of the support they provide.

• The endowment for the Bill Cade and Elsa Salazar Cade Scholarship in Evolutionary Ecology has reached close to $130,000, providing tangible opportunities for students like Christine Michell.

• Bill and Elsa have shown their Pronghorn Pride by sponsoring a male and a female athlete through the Adopt-a-Horn program each year. "The financial support Bill and Elsa have provided to athletics over the years is substantial," says Executive Director of Sport and Recreation Services Sandy Slavin. "But more importantly, they've helped foster a sense of pride in Pronghorn athletics. Their enthusiasm for giving back is contagious, and they have encouraged many others to get involved."

• In support of the recovery and disaster relief efforts underway in Haiti, Elsa encouraged the support of ShelterBox, a Rotary International campaign aimed at providing necessities in times of disaster. As a result of Elsa's efforts, 130 ShelterBoxes, each worth $1,000 US, were purchased and sent to Haiti.

• The Cades' BMW, Michael Nolan, made appearances on campus and brought in ticket sales from faculty, staff, students and community members. With matching money from the Government of Alberta's Access to the Future Fund and an additional contribution from the U of L Board of Governors, the campaign raised more than $30,000 toward a student scholarship in honour of Bill and Elsa. As for Michael Nolan, the car found a new home with student winner Joshua Og.

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Fond memories & farewells

trevor.kenney — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:32:37 +0000

One of my first meetings with Bill Cade came within weeks of taking office as mayor when he called on me to live up to a campaign promise. Throughout the 2001 mayoralty campaign I had promoted the concept of a community-driven economic development model. Bill and several of his friends made it clear that it was not only a good idea, it was one they expected me to implement forthwith. And with Bill's guidance and support, Economic Development Lethbridge moved from vision to reality.

I was deeply moved at the time that a U of L president should be so engaged in his community. As I was to learn, this was just the first of a series of partnerships between the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ and the city that Bill had a hand in creating.

What kind of president has Bill been? Energetic, charismatic, passionate, considerate and above all, focused on the needs of students. Bill and Elsa have played important parts in the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge story over the last 10 years, but they have also earned the respect and love of people they have come in contact with throughout the community. Good luck, my friend!

Robert Tarleck, Ako-taosi
Mayor, City of Lethbridge

What I appreciate most about Bill was that he was a great and enthusiastic supporter of the community and local projects. He considered the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ to be a partner with the Lethbridge community at large, and was always prepared to step up and get involved.

Paul Pharo
President 2009/2010, Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce;
U of L Senate Member

I have watched the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Alumni Association (ULAA) grow into a significant contributor to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ. I recognize and thank you for your support, encouragement and participation in the ULAA endeavours to grow within its own parameters and to participate to make the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ better and stronger. Thank you for allowing me to be a friend. Good health as you proceed into the next stage of your active life.

Bob Hironaka (Dsc '02)
Chancellor emeritus

My first meeting with Bill was in my office. He insisted on coming to me. How about that! To me, it was a generous thing to do and indicated his strong character personified by a professional humbleness.

Bill Cade was a great president of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge. I thank him and Elsa and won't ever forget them.

Clint Dunford
Former MLA, Lethbridge West

Bill Cade has the best memory for names! He can walk into a room and address each person by their correct name, and if he is meeting you for the first time, you can bet he will remember it the next time you meet. I was on a shoot at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Theatre and Bill walked by and said, "Hi, Dory…Hi, Ted!" Ted, our cameraperson, was completely floored that Bill would remember his name! That is a real gift!

Dory Rossiter
CTV Lethbridge; former U of L Senate member

I have many reasons to thank Bill Cade, but the one that has meant the most to me is the interest and support he has shown for my mother and her work over the years. My mother is the Yiddish-language writer Chava Rosenfarb. Yiddish and the rich literature and culture associated with it are little known in Alberta. This is not surprising since the language itself is dying, a victim of the Holocaust. Today, there are few speakers and fewer readers. To have someone promote and encourage the work of a Yiddish writer the way Bill has done is truly remarkable and truly praiseworthy. To date, the U of L is the only university in Canada to have given an honorary degree to a Yiddish writer, despite the fact that Canada has been host to a vibrant Yiddish culture for more than a hundred years. I have no words to express how very moving this is to me and how grateful I am.

Dr. Goldie Morgentaler
Professor, Department of English

Bill's attribute of treating everybody with respect has endeared him to friends and business associates alike. When we met with a number of people in Ottawa promoting the U of L he impressed everyone with his passion and demeanour.

The first time I was in his office at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ my questions regarding his collection of crickets quickly led to a lesson on the reproductive machinations of the species.

Bill took great delight in introducing future ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge students to the fascinating world of crickets.

I'm not sure how many people know that Bill is a hot rodder at heart and spent time at the drag strip in his day. I promised to take him for a blast in my 1967 GTX – haven't done that yet but will.

Dr. Cade! Make sure you take the time to reflect on what you have meant to the U of L and to southern Alberta, how much better the institution and all of us are for having you come to town. I hope you and your wonderful bride continue to enjoy peace and happiness.

Rick Casson
MP, Lethbridge; Former U of L employee

I organized a luncheon for a visiting Chinese delegation that Bill attended. Roast beef was served along with a side of horseradish. A dish of horseradish was placed with the starting salad at every seat during the meal. Bill is very charismatic and of course was the focus of our luncheon. As we started the meal, he picked up his dish of horseradish and poured it all over his salad (thinking it was salad dressing). Before we knew it, every visitor from China was doing the same! In the following moments, everyone was digging into their salads and not understanding our instructions of "it's for the beef." Garden salad is not served in China and with the horseradish it must have been an unusual culinary experience for our guests – but a great story for us!

Laurel Corbiere
Manager, International Centre for Students

Bill at convocation is a dynamo.He rises to the occasion and gives a barnburner of a speech. We all feel better about ourselves and stand a little taller.

Dr. John C. Poulsen
Assistant Dean, Faculty of Education

I remember when Bill told the story of the streaker in the new stadium.... After an enthusiastic monologue of the young man's escapade, without cracking a smile, and with his deep Texas accent, he said, "Of course my official stance is I am shocked and appalled." Most of us were nearly in tears laughing by this point.

Mari Daunt
U of L Senate Member

"The thing I appreciated most about Bill was that not only did he understand what his job was and did it well, but he understood what his job wasn't, and he did that well, too. He and Elsa will be missed...."

Richard Davidson
U of L Chancellor

Bill Cade… My heartfelt congratulations on your upcoming retirement from the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge.
Students, staff and the community of Lethbridge have all benefited greatly from your leadership, ingenuity and success. You can take pride in everything you and this institution have accomplished during your tenure.
Under your leadership, the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge's offerings have evolved to include the first-time admission of PhD students to the School of Graduate Studies. Program decisions like these will help the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ to continue to prosper as part of Campus Alberta.

Please accept my best wishes for a fulfilling and healthy retirement. Wherever the road takes you, may happiness follow.

Ed Stelmach
Premier of Alberta

It would be impossible to list all of Bill's accomplishments here. For me, his most enduring legacy will be the passion and joy that were always contagious whenever I spoke with him. I will miss working with him in our official capacities, but I'll always consider Bill a personal friend.

Greg Weadick (Bsc '77)
MLA, Lethbridge WEST

Five years ago, when I was being recruited for the presidency of Lethbridge College, I did lots of research on the institution and the community. When I found out that Dr. Bill Cade was a fellow Longhorn (we're both graduates of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Texas at Austin) I gave him a call to find out his perspective on Lethbridge as well as his impression of the relationship between the U of L and Lethbridge College.

I remember I was between flights and Bill spent 30 or 40 minutes with me on the phone, answering my questions and providing his insights. He also directed me to a U of L student who had transferred over from the College who was very helpful in providing further information.

I have very much enjoyed working with Bill. . . He is a colleague and a friend. I hope we'll still have a chance to catch up as he continues with his teaching and research at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ. Conversely, I would be happy to visit him in San Antonio, perhaps we could take in a football game at UT. Hook 'em, Horns!

Dr. Tracy Edwards
President and CEO, Lethbridge College

Bill Cade is one of that rare breed who truly understands all of the roles they're expected to play in their position. He's equal parts academic, administrator, scientist and statesman. And he can express his passion in each of those roles in a way that everyone can understand, appreciate and share. He can even make crickets sound exciting!

Never did I ever imagine I would develop such a strong respect and working relationship with someone whose passion is bugs – or, as Bill would say, the Phylum Arthropoda – however, that is exactly what happened. During Bill's presidency, I have come to respect and admire his knowledge, understanding, passion and commitment to post-secondary education. Bill has been a tireless advocate for the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge and our province's overall post-secondary system. His contributions to improving both are immeasurable. Best wishes, Bill, in your upcoming professional endeavours, and thank you for your guidance and leadership.

Rob Renner
MLA, Medicine Hat Constituency; Minister of Environment

Bill Cade was the right person at the right time to continue the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge's progression to an elite comprehensive institution. During his term, the alumni base almost doubled in size. With his encouragement and support, it has become an increasingly important component of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ community. Indeed, the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ, city, province and country will miss Bill and Elsa's involvement, enthusiasm and commitment.

Don Chandler (BA '73)
President, ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Alumni Association

Given all that Bill was responsible for, I admired him for always putting the students first and for his infectious passion for the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge.

Karen Bartsch
U of L Board of Governors Member

Bill is a very sincere, welcoming man, who converses easily and comfortably with people from all walks of life.
When I mentioned that my daughter had started her first year at U of L , Bill encouraged me to have her give him a call and stop by for a visit sometime. For a few months she procrastinated, thinking he would be too busy and was not really serious. Finally, when she did make an appointment to visit Bill, she found that he was not only the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ president, but moreover he was a friend – a friend from a different walk of life, a friend from a different generation – but someone who made every effort to be a friend.

The world would be a better place if more people were like Bill Cade.

Happy trails, Bill.

Evan Berger
MLA, Livingstone-Macleod

Bill Cade is generous, gracious, kind and clear about his commitment to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ and the people involved.

Susan Burrows-Johnson
CEO/Executive Director, Galt Museum and Archives

I extend my warmest congratulations to you on your retirement as president of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge.
For a decade, you have served as an exceptional visionary, ambassador and innovator for the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ. Through your guidance, the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge has developed a reputation for teaching and research excellence, and it has become a key part of Campus Alberta.

Doug Horner
Deputy Premier; Minister of Advanced Education and Technology

Southern Albertans pride themselves on their ability to cope with our climate. Imagine my glee when President Cade went above the call of duty to pace his heavy breathing in preparation for a True North polar bear dip! This man can do it all.

Bridget A. Pastoor
MLA, Lethbridge EAST

from the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge Bookstore Collegiate Dictionary:

1 Bill Cade 'bil 'kad Texas n (1946) 1: President of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge from 2000 to 2010 2: Husband to Elsa Salazar Cade 3: Devoted father 4: Professor of Biological Sciences 5: Expert of acoustic signals in field cricket mating behaviour 6: Dedicated student advocate 7: Possessor of an amazing memory for names 8: Head cheerleader for the U of L Pronghorns 9: Previous owner of Michael Nolan 10: Slinger of beef at free barbecues 11: Charitable polar bear 12: Wristwatch aficionado

Sample Sentence:
The U of L Bookstore staff wishes Bill Cade the best of luck in his future pursuits.

Dear Dr. Cade,

As you step down as the president and vice-chancellor of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge, I am pleased to join with your many friends and colleagues in recognizing your distinguished career.

For the past four decades, you have been an esteemed researcher and educator. As a zoologist and entomologist, your work has brought you great praise, and as an academic leader, your dedication has earned you the respect and admiration of your peers. I know that many colleagues and students have benefited greatly from your counsel and guidance.

In addition to your professional work, you have always been active in the community.

This commitment, coupled with your impressive academic work, has won you accolades from many prestigious provincial, national, cultural and educational institutions. I have no doubt that you will continue to make significant contributions as you turn your focus to new ventures.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, I commend you for your enduring and successful career in research and education. I wish you continued success in all your future endeavours.

Sincerely,
The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper
Prime Minister of Canada

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Campus is a better place because of people such as Jane O'Dea

trevor.kenney — Fri, 07 May 2010 17:47:45 +0000

As I approach the final weeks of my tenure as President of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge, it's hard not to reflect on my 10 years here in southern Alberta and more specifically, on the many remarkable people I have met over that time.

Dr. Jane O'Dea is one of those people and it is both ironic and fitting that we would begin our positions on the same day, 10 years ago, and will now be leaving these positions on the same day at the end of June.

As the new Dean of the Faculty of Education, Jane had already been at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ for 10 years when she began her role. I was coming in from the outside and was fortunate to have Jane, among others, as a valuable resource to help learn about the U of L community.

Jane was very generous in her time to me early on, and I remember fondly accompanying her on my first visit to the Blood Reserve and Red Crow Community College. That was just the beginning of the Niitsitapi Teacher Education program, one that she supported, built and encouraged her colleagues to work on diligently.

Congratulations Madam Dean on all that you were able to accomplish during your term, and I know we will continue to see great things from you in the future.

The spring is a time for congratulations as we honour the many people who make the U of L such an exceptional place to work and study. Dr. Leah Fowler, this year's Distinguished Teacher, is to be commended for her wonderful work in the Faculty of Education, as is
Dr. Dave Morris, the Ingrid Speaker Medal recipient.

Dr. Fowler will be honoured at Spring Convocation while Dr. Morris will be recognized at the fall event.

I also want to make particular mention of the President's Award winners, Cal Toth from the Curriculum Re-Development Centre, Kim Fowler from Housing Services and the Major Building Construction Team from Facilities. This team is led by Brian Sullivan and includes Bill Hudgins, Jason Baranec, John Federkeil, Will Tietz, Dan Sullivan, Jim Vanderzee, Rick Baceda and Al Mueller. I am satisfied especially that these awards have recognized such a distinguished group over the years.

Now that the Michael Nolan campaign has concluded, I want to say a special thank you to Vice-President Advancement Chris Horbachewski for initiating what was the most satisfying fundraising experience with which I have ever been associated. It was a wonderful success, both in terms of money raised for student scholarships and the great amount of fun we had with the project.

I was very happy that a student, Joshua Og, won Michael Nolan, and I've heard that he has been putting the car to good use since he took ownership. My only advice to him, other than to enjoy the car and treat it well, was to never change its name.

I look forward to seeing many of you at the Farewell Fiesta in May, where I can
express my gratitude personally to all of you for how wonderful you have made my time here at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ.

Lastly, I will be presiding over my final convocation ceremonies next month, and I urge everyone to take some time to attend one of the four ceremonies. It's an excellent way to reaffirm why we work so hard to make the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ all that it is for our students.

Last chance for Michael Nolan tickets

trevor.kenney — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:43:22 +0000

It's not uncommon for individuals and organizations to come forward to support the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge, but how does a gently-used 1984 BMW 325e fit into the student scholarship picture?

The answer is 'perfectly,' if the car – which is in fact named "Michael Nolan" – belongs to U of L president Bill Cade and is being given to the Students' Union as a gift to raffle off in support of a student scholarship fund.

Tickets are $5 each or three for $12. There are only a few of the 2300 available tickets still left for sale, and the draw date is Friday, Apr. 16.

"Over the past few months we've been messing with people's heads by creating this fictional character called Michael Nolan and promoting an online personality," says SU President Jeremy Girard.

"The reactions have been hilarious, with people being sincerely confused. Once they found out Michael Nolan was actually Bill's BMW 325e, they were really amused and have become firm supporters of the campaign."

The car, which Cade bought brand new, is named Michael Nolan after a distant family member (his mother's uncle) who at one time provided a trust/scholarship fund for Cade's mother. At the launch of the campaign on Monday, Feb. 22, Cade said that he had a lot of good experiences in the car, and was looking forward to turning it back to the students.

"I also got a lot of tickets."

Check out this video where Cade describes his relationship with the vehicle.

Indeed, the car is quick for its age, and was one of the first years BMW placed a larger 6-cylinder engine in its 3-series vehicles, giving them a lot of speed for their size.

It also comes with a five-speed standard transmission, leather seating, a sunroof, air conditioning and cast aluminum wheels all on a sporty, two-door frame.

Michael Nolan has been recently safetied, tuned up, and has newer tires. Currently the odometer reads 190,000km, or only 7,300km per year, on average.

"We want to thank President Cade for his donation of his BMW 325e to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ for the students to raffle off to raise money for student scholarships," Girard says.

"President Cade's generous contribution to the Win Michael Nolan campaign has enabled us to set a target of $10,000 raised for scholarships. I also want to thank all of the volunteers who are really the driving force behind this scholarship initiative."

Donating Michael Nolan back to the students is not the only charitable activity Bill and Elsa Cade have engaged in since joining the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ in 2000. They have supported numerous other scholarships, bought books for the library, and engaged in a host of philanthropic activities that have seen their cumulative support to the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ reach $100,000.

Tickets are on sale from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Students' Union office (SU180), the Advancement Office in ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Hall (A735) and the SU Service Center in the SU Building.

Significant And Mentionable

trevor.kenney — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:46:27 +0000

Global connections

When you think of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge's global reach, you might not initially think of a connection to the current war in Afghanistan. However, that's just where some members of the U of L student and alumni community are right now, based in Kandahar, Afghanistan, literally and figuratively one of the world's hot spots.

Bombardier Keenan Geiger (left) is a current fourth-year Edmonton campus management student majoring in Human Resources. Now taking a break from school, he is on a seven-month deployment in Afghanistan as a reserve member of the Canadian Forces. His unit is part of the 20th Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, based in Edmonton. Geiger shows off a U of L flag with Cpl. Andrew McDonald (middle) who graduated in 2006 with a bachelor of arts in political science, and (right) Calgary police officer and Lt. Kevin Collier, who holds a bachelor of management degree in accounting, which he obtained in 2004. U of L alumnus Tyler Paynton (BA '07), a member of the 18th Air Defence Regiment in Lethbridge, is also serving in Afghanistan but was not able to be in the photograph.

To send a brief message to Geiger or his colleagues in Afghanistan, e-mail: sam@uleth.ca

Grading education

This past fall, U of L researcher and veteran educator Dr. Noella Piquette-Tomei was one of only a handful of Canadians invited to participate in the Return to Salamanca: Global Conference on Inclusive Education. There, she and fellow experts reviewed the Salamanca Statement and Framework for Action on Special Needs Education, an understanding signed by all members of the United Nations that pledges to further inclusive education, providing all children with opportunities to learn.

As a result of the conference, she has been asked to contribute to a case-study book that will be used across Canada by pre-service teachers and community workers for strategies when facing various disabilities.

Win President Bill Cade's car

Who is Michael Nolan? It's a question that's been murmured repeatedly around campus over the past few months. On Feb. 22, 2010, the surprising answer was revealed: a 1984 BMW 325e.

The car, which President Bill Cade bought brand new, was fondly named Michael Nolan after a distant family member who provided a trust fund for Cade's mother. In the spirit of giving back, Cade has donated the long-loved BMW to the Students' Union to be raffled off in support of student scholarships.

Tickets are $5 each or three for $12 and are on sale until the end of the semester, at a variety of functions, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays at the Students' Union office (SU180), the Advancement Office in ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Hall (A735) and the SU Service Centre in the SU Building.

For details about the car and to watch a video of President Bill Cade with Michael Nolan, visit: www.uleth.ca/unews/content/nolan-campaign-benefit-students

MythBusters prove science is cool

On Feb. 6, 2010, MythBusters Grant Imahara and Tory Belleci made a public presentation at the U of L as part of the Science Alberta Foundation's Science Happens Here program.

Those lucky enough to score tickets to the sold-out evening heard Belleci and Imahara speak candidly about their path to stardom, their craziest stunts and other personal trivia like favourite movies and songs on iTunes. But more importantly, audience members young and old were exposed to the fact that science has relevance.

"One of our founding goals was to encourage young Albertans to enter careers in science and technology, by fostering an interest in these areas," explains Dr. Arlene Ponting, CEO, Science Alberta Foundation. "We were pleased to work with the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge in delivering this unique event, as the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ showcases some of the most innovative science in the province."

Chillin' for Charity

In late November, the student-run Jeux du Commerce (JDC) West 2010 Team hosted Chillin' for Charity, an

President Bill Cade takes a dip for charity.

event that raised approximately $15,000 for the United Way. Always willing to give back, U of L President Bill Cade was the first to jump into the icy cold water.

Whishaw earns prestigious ASTech award

Dr. Ian Whishaw, a founding member of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge's pioneering neuroscience research group and a leader in behavioural neuroscience research internationally, was awarded the 2009 Alberta Science and Technology Outstanding Leadership in Alberta Science award.

Whishaw, who is among a select group of Alberta's top scientists and innovators to receive the award, is one of the top contributors to the field of behavioural neuroscience, and based on citations, is one of the 200 most influential neuroscientists in the world.

Mrazek presents at Copenhagen conference

In late December, Dr. Rick Mrazek returned from the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen where he was presenting his research on Rivers and Oceans and Water Under Fire. The topics of Mrazek's research include the negative impact of the northern Alberta tar sands, Canadian water consumption in relation to other countries, global assistance in terms of water and the dire state of the world's water supply.

Athletic accolades

On Nov. 5, 2009, fifth-year ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge fly-half/fullback Ashley Patzer was named player of the year in Canadian Interuniversity Sport women's rugby for the second time in her career. The five-foot-two Lethbridge native became the third double MVP since women's rugby was added to the CIS program in 1998.

Both Patzer and teammate Ashley MacDonald were named to the All-Canadian team. It is the second straight honour for MacDonald and fourth overall for Patzer.

U of L Pronghorns women's rugby coach, Neil Langevin, was also recognized. Langevin was the first coach from a Canada West women's rugby program to be named CIS coach of the year.

The girl in the picture

Kim Phuc graced the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge campus on Feb. 10, 2010, and shared a powerful message. Phuc, a Vietnamese-Canadian, is widely known as "the girl in the picture" for her role in an iconic photo taken during the Vietnam War.

On June 8, 1972, Phuc's village of Trang Bang came under attack by South Vietnamese planes, which mistakenly dropped napalm in an area where the North Vietnamese were infiltrating. While running for safety, nine-year-old Phuc was severely burned. The now famous photograph instantly became evidence of the cruelty of war toward child victims and a symbol of civilian suffering in war.

Nearly 40 years later, Phuc uses her experiences to advocate for peace and forgiveness. While on campus, she made a presentation to students and was the guest speaker at the 18th Annual International Dinner, A Celebration of Humanity.

U of L's iGEM team is golden

The ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge iGEM team won a gold medal at Massachusetts Institute of Technology iGEM International competition in Boston, Mass., at the end of October.

A total of 112 teams vied for gold, silver and bronze medals. Only 10 Canadian teams received gold medals, three of which went to teams in Alberta.

The iGEM competition is regarded as the premier undergraduate synthetic biology competition in North America. Student teams are given a kit of biological parts at the beginning of the summer from the Registry of Standard Biological Parts. Working at their own schools over the summer, they use these parts, along with new parts of their own design, to build biological systems. They then operate these systems in living cells.

The U of L team, led by Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden, included Roxanne Shank, Alix Blackshaw, Lisza Bruder, Ashley Duncan, Fan Mo, Mackenzie Coatham, Megan Torry, Jeffrey Fischer and Kristen Rosler.

Daycare dream realized

It was a big day for some of the smallest members of the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ community. On Feb. 25, 2010, the U of L proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new Daycare. A long-envisioned dream, the $2 million project was completed on time and on budget. The facility, located near the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ residences, has space for 54 children and includes a large outdoor play area.

��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ moves up in rankings

In the 2009 Maclean's magazine annual ranking of Canadian universities, the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge moved up one spot – from seventh to sixth – and retained its place in the top 10 listing of 22 primarily undergraduate institutions.

As well, the U of L maintained or increased its placement in 10 different measures, among them the amount of support for student services and scholarships and the number of awards per full-time faculty members.

While noteworthy results, the rankings do not include several items that show additional investment in student resources and do not reflect the U of L's focus on graduate studies.

"We increased our student scholarships and bursaries significantly, which increased our ranking, but those figures do not include an additional $2.4 million our students receive through the Alberta scholarship program," reminds U of L President Bill Cade. "As well, as we move forward with our strategic plan and continue to develop as a comprehensive research university, there's no accommodation for our dramatic increase in masters and doctoral candidates in our School of Graduate Studies."

In a separate national ranking focused on research, the U of L moved up three places as one of Canada's top 50 research universities. The results were released by Research Infosource Inc. and based on Statistics Canada data and the Research Infosource Canadian ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ R&D database.

With a 22 per cent increase in funding, well ahead of the national average of six per cent, the U of L's gain demonstrates the institution's strength in key research areas.

"During the reporting period (2007-08), our research funding increased from $13 million to more than $16 million, and moved us up from 38th to 35th place, in the middle range of the top 50 group," explains U of L Vice-President, Research, Dr. Dan Weeks.

"Our researchers should be extremely proud of this accomplishment – it is proof that the U of L is successfully moving forward in many directions. Even in a tough economy, we are seeing great success. I am pleased that we were among the top 15 universities to record significant percentages of overall research growth."

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President Cade offers up BMW for raffle

trevor.kenney — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:30:26 +0000

It's not uncommon for individuals and organizations to come forward to support the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge, but how does a gently-used 1984 BMW 325e fit into the student scholarship picture?

The answer is 'perfectly,' if the car – which is in fact named "Michael Nolan" – belongs to U of L president Bill Cade and is being given to the Students' Union as a gift to raffle off in support of a student scholarship fund.

Tickets are $5 each or three for $12. There are only about 2300 tickets available for sale, and the draw date is Friday, Apr. 16.

"Over the past few months we've been messing with people's heads by creating this fictional character called Michael Nolan and promoting an online personality," says SU President Jeremy Girard.

"The reactions have been hilarious, with people being sincerely confused. Once they found out Michael Nolan was actually Bill's BMW 325e, they were really amused and have become firm supporters of the campaign."

The car, which Cade bought brand new, is named Michael Nolan after a distant family member (his mother's uncle) who at one time provided a trust/scholarship fund for Cade's mother. At the launch of the campaign on Monday, Feb. 22, Cade said that he had a lot of good experiences in the car, and was looking forward to turning it back to the students.

"I also got a lot of tickets."

Indeed, the car is quick for its age, and was one of the first years BMW placed a larger 6-cylinder engine in its 3-series vehicles, giving them a lot of speed for their size.

Tickets are on sale until the end of the semester, at a variety of functions, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays at the Students' Union office (SU180), the Advancement Office in ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ Hall (A735) and the SU Service Center in the SU Building.

Nolan campaign to benefit students

trevor.kenney — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 20:17:18 +0000

Up for raffle, President Bill Cade's 1984 BMW 325e.

"Over the past few months we've been messing with people's heads by creating this fictional character called Michael Nolan and promoting an online personality," says SU President Jeremy Girard.

"The reactions have been hilarious, with people being sincerely confused. Once they found out Michael Nolan was actually Bill's BMW 325e, they were really amused and have become firm supporters of the campaign."

The car, which Cade bought brand new, is named Michael Nolan after a distant family member (his mother's uncle) who at one time provided a trust/scholarship fund for Cade's mother. At the launch of the campaign on Monday, Feb. 22, Cade said that he had a lot of good experiences in the car, and was looking forward to turning it back to the students.

"I also got a lot of tickets."

Check out this video where Cade describes his relationship with the vehicle.

Indeed, the car is quick for its age, and was one of the first years BMW placed a larger 6-cylinder engine in its 3-series vehicles, giving them a lot of speed for their size.

Michael Nolan to be revealed

trevor.kenney — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 20:09:23 +0000

A free lunch coupled with the opportunity to learn the answer to a riddle is the perfect way to open the spring semester at the ��Ѹ��Դ��߿�Ƭ of Lethbridge.

Vice-President (Finance and Administration) Nancy Walker presents her annual Winter Blues Barbecue Monday, Feb. 22 at noon in the Atrium. Not only will students, staff and faculty get an opportunity to enjoy a free lunch and kick off the spring semester in style, they'll also get the answer to the question that has puzzled campus for most of the fall. Who is Michael Nolan? The answer will be revealed Monday at noon.

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