Mark your calendars! Family Science Day: September 28th

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Registration is required for some activities.

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Frederic Bertley receives honorary doctorate degree for his astounding work in science education

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From Windy City to wilderness champion

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Astrophysics award honours student research with nod to pioneer

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Nigel Roulet awarded David Thomson Award for Graduate Supervision and Teaching

Congratulations to Professor Nigel Roulet, Department of Geography, for being awarded the 2024 David Thomson Award for Graduate Supervision and Teaching!聽 聽聽