Save the date for diversity research conference

Save the date for the 2011 Provost's Diversity Research Forum, Critical Conversations: The Art and Science of Diversity. Taking place Feb. 9-11, 2011, in the Student Union Building, First Peoples House and Halpern Centre for Graduate Studies, the forum offers an opportunity to learn about innovative research from UVic faculty, staff and students. Engage in critical conversations on gender, race, identity, ability, Indigenous knowledge, mental health, sexuality, international topics and more...

Speakers include the Honourable Lillian Dyck, Senator for Saskatchewan, and UVic's new Vice-President Academic and Provost Dr. Reeta Tremblay. Registration is free and includes a deliciously diverse lunch. Everyone is welcome—faculty, staff, students and community members. All rooms are accessible.

The conference is generously sponsored by the Vice-President Academic and Provost, Office of Indigenous Affairs, Office of International Affairs, Campus Security Services and Student Affaris.

For more information visit the website at www.uvic.ca/diversity2011 or contact diverse@uvic.ca.