Elan MacDonald

Vice-President External Relations, @UAlberta

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

An inspiring discussion at the @CalgaryChamber today with Minister @RajanSawhney on the future of post-secondary education! The U of A is proud to support these vital conversations.

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

@DaleNally_AB @RECA Thank you for your support of @RECA Minister @DaleNally_AB!

[Amii @AmiiThinks]

We are thrilled to announce that Amii is one of the recipients of @GoogleCanada's $2.7 million grant aimed to support critical AI research in areas such as sustainability and the responsible development of AI! Read more about the announcement here: https://t.co/Lh6vcHdQDW

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

The University of Alberta Senate has elected Nizar Somji as the university’s next Chancellor. They will be installed as Chancellor on June 21, 2024. Please join us in welcoming them to their new role! #UAlberta https://t.co/HdtvcuwAH1

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

It was a pleasure to gather last night to celebrate and honour the 2024 Canadian Business Leader Award recipient, Greg Abel. Thank you for your inspiring words and generosity of time. It was a special evening for all of us, especially our @UAlbertaBiz students. Congratulations!

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

This $2-million gift from Shoppers Drug Mart to @UAlberta_Pharm will advance research exploring innovative approaches to health care for Albertans and add to our reputation as a leader in training pharmacists with the widest scope of practice in Canada. https://t.co/OrmqqRAz00

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

It’s a great day to celebrate the launch of the Student Experience Action Plan! The next 10 years are exciting for #UAlberta as we look to grow to 60,000 students, putting Shape: The University Strategic Plan into action and supporting success for all students.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

Today, we are thrilled to launch the Student Experience Action Plan! Co-created by students, instructors and staff, the guiding plan will inspire and inform our collective efforts over the next three years to ensure every student thrives at the U of A and beyond. https://t.co/ulQcXyXoJX

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

U of A and AWS partner to launch Artificial Intelligence Discovery Place (AIDP), a hub where U of A’s researchers and industry partners can connect, collaborate, and access supports and programs for training and utilization of the next generation of cloud and AI tools.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

We’re at Enterprise Square in the heart of downtown #yeg today to share an exciting announcement for AI in our city: #UAlberta and @AWScloud_Canada have teamed up to launch Artificial Intelligence Discovery Place. 

The centre will provide faculty and students access to AWS Cloud computing technology to advance research and innovation, as well as the opportunity to gain valuable AI skills while supporting the development of solutions that address industry, government and societal challenges.

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

Alberta's strengths should not be best-kept secrets. Learn why you should be telling the Alberta story in my final @BusInEdmonton column. https://t.co/tC4HVWaZQn

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

An impressive result! Ranking 28th in the world and 5th in Canada, the U of A is proving its prominence as a leader, innovator and partner in sustainability, here at home and around the world.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

#UAlberta ranks among the world’s top 30 universities for its ability to help create a more sustainable world, according to the 2024 @worlduniranking Sustainability Rankings, affirming its leadership in local and global sustainability. https://t.co/2hmwalPxM6

[Rajan Sawhney @RajanJSaw]

Thrilled to join so many talented graduates at the University of Alberta Fall Convocation.

Witnessing the culmination of hard work and dedication is truly inspiring. Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

#UAlberta #abed

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

Statement on ‘Students for Justice in Palestine’ event

The University of Alberta is aware of an event shared on social media by the ‘Students for Justice in Palestine’ group for this Tuesday, November 21, near the University of Alberta Timms Centre for the Arts. This event is not sanctioned or endorsed by the University of Alberta. This group is not a university-recognized or funded student organization. The event is scheduled to take place on the sidewalk. The University of Alberta Protective Services is working with the Edmonton Police Service and will monitor to ensure the safety of our campus community.

https://t.co/yKlL4RHtGV

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

Statement on the University of Alberta Sexual Assault Centre

The recent improper and unauthorized use of the name of the University of Alberta’s Sexual Assault Centre in endorsing an open letter has raised understandable concerns from members of our community and the public. Effective immediately, the director of the centre is no longer employed by the university. The university has appointed a new interim director of the Sexual Assault Centre.

I want to be clear that the former employee’s personal views and opinions do not in any way represent those of the University of Alberta. The University of Alberta stands firmly and unequivocally against discrimination and hatred on the basis of religion, race, ethnicity, national origin, and other protected categories. We recognize the historical and ongoing harms of antisemitism and commit to doing all we can as a university to advance a world free of prejudice and discrimination. The services provided by the university, particularly those supporting the well-being and health of community members, must be open and welcoming to all individuals in our diverse community. The new leadership at the Sexual Assault Centre is committed to swiftly implementing the changes required to ensure this university commitment is upheld.

I understand that this event has been profoundly hurtful and may have compromised the trust of individuals in our community. I also recognize the significant potential negative impact given the critical nature of the centre’s work. On behalf of the university, I apologize for the hurt and distress this issue has caused members of our community and beyond. As a university, we commit to continued action to restore your trust.

Bill Flanagan
President and Vice-Chancellor
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[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

Congratulations to Kalyan Das, Shinichi Nakagawa & Rebecca Hull-Meichle, #UAlberta’s newly named Canada Excellence Research Chairs! These new appointments cement U of A as a pillar of research excellence —in Canada & globally —augmenting our expertise in priority research areas.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

The U of A’s leadership in the national and international research landscape is recognized again today with these three new @TIPS_SPIIE chairs.

These researchers will further enhance #UAlberta’s impact both locally and globally and its reputation as a hub of leading expertise in Global Excellence in Health and Well-being, Energy and the Environment. https://t.co/rghWf6zYer

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

I am so proud to see the Strategic Plan for Research and Innovation launch today. This plan will lead us "Forward with Purpose" as we maximize the impact of our research and innovation, solving pressing challenges at every level from local to global.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

Today we are thrilled to launch The Strategic Plan for Research and Innovation at #UAlberta: Forward with Purpose.

The plan — the first of its kind for the U of A — maps out a five-year strategy for bringing the university’s globally recognized strengths in research and innovation to bear on “grand challenges” affecting society, the economy and the environment. https://t.co/Bcv0pZt78H

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

This event was all about supporting entrepreneurs and innovative thinking! The Innovation Fund will focus on innovations in artificial intelligence, health, energy and agriculture, all areas of outstanding research strength at #UAlberta.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

Today marks the launch of the U of A Innovation Fund — a fund dedicated to mobilizing research, innovation, and creativity to solve global challenges.

The fund will build strong connections between research and business enterprise and support commercialization and entrepreneurship to help translate innovations into globally impactful solutions. #UAlberta

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

I started my career in the Alberta legislature writing speeches and working on public policy issues as a government caucus researcher. My recent @BusInEdmonton discusses how my first job made me the leader I am today: https://t.co/RyAAPNmWF8

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

“We may be green and gold throughout the year, but in September we are Orange.” In support of @FPH_ualberta for Orange Shirt Day, the #UAlberta bookstore will hosting events all week long:

September 26 and 27, Artist Jerry Whitehead will be painting live between 10 AM and 3 PM. The finished paintings would be available for sale. All proceeds go towards supporting cultural programming with First Peoples’ House. 

On September 28, Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers will be invited by First Peoples’ House to share their wisdom. We ask that you come join us to paint and Cree-ate throughout the day.

On Orange Shirt Day, September 29, First Peoples’ House will be hosting traditional dancers who will be performing at noon. Jerry Whitehead will also be at the store and will unveil the community artwork in the afternoon. https://t.co/Syb7KbQqod

[Bill Flanagan @BFlanaganUofA]

How do we fix and improve Canada's research and innovation ecosystem? @UWaterlooPres and John Ruffolo of @MaverixPe share their thoughts.

https://t.co/hJImCXM3Cc

[Elan MacDonald @ElanMacDonald]

Each person's contribution to the University of Alberta gives shape to what we offer the world, and how we offer it. This plan will shape the work we all do — the work that will shape the future of the university for the next 10 years.

[University of Alberta @UAlberta]

In recent years, the University of Alberta has undertaken a bold evolution. We stand ready for the future.

Over the next 10 years, we will leverage our new structure and align our resources to achieve deeper and more transformational impacts across all areas of our university’s mission. 

By 2033, we will be known as a university with transformational impact.

Learn more about #UAlberta’s vision for the next decade – and see how we all have a part in its success. https://t.co/DJZiwmNVnY