Provost’s academic update

By Karen Herland

CUFA representative Anthony Costanzo addresses Provost David Graham at an open meeting on the university’s academic landscape on March 29 in room H-110.

For the first time in institutional memory, the university’s provost invited all members of the Concordia community to an open meeting on our academic position and direction. Provost and Vice-President Academic David Graham framed his remarks by reference to Concordia’s ambitious plan to establish itself as one of Canada’s... - Read more

Skin to skin

Marc Lafrance studies the self, body and society

By Anna Sarkissian

Marc Lafrance

Waxing, tanning, pruning, preening – our society as a whole devotes countless hours to modifying our bodies in an attempt to look good. “For many, it’s a preoccupation with no terminus,” says Marc Lafrance, assistant professor of sociology who examines body image, men and masculinity, cosmetic surgery, popular culture and more. “I’m struck by how many of us struggle... - Read more

New JMSB prof sees big value in being green

Judith Walls brings experience and perspective in advancing sustainability

By Russ Cooper

Judith Walls

Judith Walls, JMSB professor of management specializing in corporate and social responsibility, is encouraged by the enthusiasm for sustainable thinking at Concordia, both among students and administrators, with its inclusion into the university’s priorities. “There’s a lot of support... - Read more

Sustainable Business Conference connects students with green companies

JMSB Dean Sanjay Sharma

On March 19, the student-run John Molson Sustainable Business Group (JSG) was proud to hold the sixth annual Sustainable Business Conference in the MB Building. As always, the goal of the conference was to connect JMSB students with businesses... - Read more

CIBC donates $500 000 toward John Molson School of Business fellowships and bursaries

CIBC announced on March 24 a contribution of $500 000 to Concordia’s John Molson School of Business (JMSB) toward seven annual awards: two CIBC Doctoral Business Fellowships — worth $20 000 — for students entering the PhD program; and five CIBC... - Read more