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| From the President |  |
As
another busy term draws to a close and we head into the summer
months, it is time to reflect on the past year and look at the
future. In this message, I would like to focus on the future
and, in particular, your personal future.
As your colleague and as your employer, I would like to see you
develop your career. The university offers a wide variety of
work opportunities. You may not, at present, have the skills
for a position that you are seeking, or you may not yet have
the education level to advance further on your current career
path. In either case, the university can help.
We have professional development funds available to let you enroll
in workshops and courses. While the funds are, by necessity,
limited, each year hundreds of employees benefit from attendance
at such programs. You can find out more about this funding by
contacting the administrative head of your unit.
You should also be aware that you are entitled to apply to enrol
in one credit course per term. The application is normally approved
provided you have the prerequisites and there is space in the
course section. As a Memorial employee, you therefore have the
ability to work towards a degree (or another degree) over time
without paying tuition fees.
At present relatively few members of the university are taking
courses. This is understandable given the normal pressures of
work, family obligations and other commitments. However, I would
encourage you to consider this option. Although challenging,
you will likely find it very rewarding. If you encounter related
problems with which the university could help, please share them
with your administrative head.
I wish you and your family an enjoyable and productive summer.
Axel Meisen
President and Vice-Chancellor
PRESIDENT AND VICE-CHANCELLOR