Date: April 23, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm ET Location: Online Hosted by the Canadian Evaluation Society and presented by Dr. Monique Inez Liston, this webinar discusses R.A.C.E Academy, a process for programs and organizations to understand and incorporate equity into their practices. R.A.C.E Academy is a framework that focuses on respect, protection, and dignity. The process aims to understand and address how an individual’s dignity may be supported or dismissed through the work of a program or organization. Attendees will learn how to utilize an intersectional lens, create accountability action plans, and determine processes that promote

Despite the rising effects of climate change, environmental considerations have not been adequately integrated into program evaluation practices. The Société Québécoise d’évaluation de programme (SQEP) is hosting a workshop in French to investigate how evaluation practices can include environmental considerations, while accounting for budget and realistic timeframes. Register for the webinar here

The Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education (CSSHE) in partnership with CACUSS is hosting a webinar series on collaborative learning throughout May 2024. The webinars aim to promote partnerships across various institutional departments with the goal to advance policies, programs, and research. This webinar will discuss "Student Retention and Success," with presenters Clayton Smith from the University of Windsor and Brad Clarke from Brock University. Register for the webinar here

The Postsecondary Student Mental Health Research Global Speaker Series is hosting two livestreamed panel discussions on May 7th, 2024 during Mental Health Week. The first session, entitled "When Knowledge Isn’t Enough: Closing the loop on implementing evidence-based changes," will investigate how researchers can engage student mental health knowledge users to create effective research designs. Register for the session here

The Postsecondary Student Mental Health Research Global Speaker Series is hosting two livestreamed panel discussions on May 7th, 2024 during Mental Health Week. The second session, entitled "Fostering Compassionate Learning Environments: Evidence-Based Pedagogical Strategies to Support Student Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Classroom," focuses on evidence-based teaching practices that support students' mental health and wellbeing in the classroom. Register for the session here

Join the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) for a discussion on Black student mental health. Naiima Farah, a Faculty Counsellor from George Brown College, will discuss what factors contribute to mental health difficulties among African, Black and Caribbean (ABC) students, such as the impact of colonial violence. Attendees will learn how centering Afrocentric frameworks can help advance Black healing and wellbeing. Register for the webinar here

The Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education (CSSHE) in partnership with CACUSS is hosting a webinar series on collaborative learning throughout May 2024. The webinars aim to promote partnerships across various institutional departments with the goal to advance policies, programs, and research. This webinar will discuss "International Education," with presenters Leila Angod from Carleton University and Sonja Knutson from Memorial University. Register for the webinar here

Hosted by CACUSS, this webinar focuses on how counsellors at two post-secondary institutions in Canada have used role-play games as a therapeutic treatment for post-secondary students within group counselling. The presenters will provide a research overview on this topic, information on the design and facilitation of the intervention, and mental health outcomes such as anxiety and loneliness. The webinar will also provide a demo of the Dungeons and Dragons program so attendees can experience the program. Register Here for the Dungeons, Dragons, and Group Counselling Webinar

Join Healthy Campus Alberta and the Center for Newcomers for a panel webinar where international students will share their experiences as newcomers to Canada and adjustment to life on campus. The discussion will highlight both difficulties and ways to support international students, including sharing useful resources and tools. Attendees will also be able to share insights and resources that they have provided to international students during breakout rooms. Register for the webinar here

The Canadian Society for the Study of Higher Education (CSSHE) in partnership with CACUSS is hosting a webinar series on collaborative learning throughout May 2024. The webinars aim to promote partnerships across various institutional departments with the goal to advance policies, programs, and research. This webinar will discuss "Mental Health and Well-Being." Register for the webinar here

Join the Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) for a conversation on gambling in post-secondary institutions. Presenters Dr. Sasha Stark from Greo Evidence Insights and Dr. Andrew Kim from the University of Calgary will discuss what gambling disorder is, the increase in sports betting and online gambling, and will highlight recent policy changes in Canada and how it impacts the post-secondary setting. Prevention and support resources will also be discussed. Register for the webinar here