January

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Fri., Jan. 3 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Support your Cougars as they face the University of Manitoba Bisons. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Sat., Jan. 4 at 2 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Take in women's hockey action as your Cougars face the University of Manitoba Bisons. Free with MRU ID.

Making Affirmations with Button Making Tools
Tues., Jan. 7 from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. ― Maker Studio (EL1245)
Hear why affirmations are an important part of well-being. Make a button, fridge magnet or keychain to enforce this practice of improving mind and body. Register.

Creating a Basic Google Site
Thurs., Jan. 9 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104
Learn the basics of creating a Google site, including inserting calendars, embedding video and selecting your page template. Register.

Adobe Illustrator for the Maker Studio tools
Fri., Jan. 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. — Maker Studio (EL1245)
Learn how to create simple vector files for engraving and cutting materials in this introduction to Adobe Illustrator. Register.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Fri., Jan. 10 at 6 p.m. for women's game; 8 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Cheer on your Cougars in this doubleheader versus the University of Manitoba Bisons. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Men's Hockey
Fri., Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Root for your Cougars as they match up against the University of Alberta Golden Bears. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Sat., Jan. 11 at 4 p.m. for women's game; 6 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Support your Cougars as they take on the University of Manitoba Bisons. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Sat., Jan. 11 at 6 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Your Cougars host the University of Alberta Pandas. Free with MRU ID.

Working with Google Docs
Mon., Jan. 13 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — T104
This training covers using headers and footers, adding hyperlinks, inserting comments and suggestions, text wrapping, viewing previous versions, and adding a table of contents. Register.

Understanding Electricity Using Little Bits
Mon., Jan. 13 from 3:30 to 5 p.m — Maker Studio (EL1245)
Learn the basics of electricity and gain a deeper understanding of the tools that we take for granted. Register.

Harm Reduction and Naloxone Training
Tues., Jan. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. — EA2004
Learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose, including how to provide naloxone by practicing injections in a safe and non-judgmental setting. Register.

Protecting Yourself Against Cybercrime
Tues., Jan. 14 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. — E229A
This informative workshop gives you all the tools you need to keep you and your family cybersafe. Completion of this workshop fulfills the annual mandatory cybersecurity training requirement. Register.

3D Modelling Using Tinkercad
Tues., Jan. 14 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. — Maker Studio (EL1245)
Learn how to design a 3D model of a ring that you can print on the 3D printers in the Maker Studio. Register.

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Wed., Jan. 15 to Sun., Jan 19 — Bella Concert Hall
Attend this showcase of mountain and adventure films. Details and tickets.

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Awareness Training
Wed., Jan. 15 from 3 to 4 p.m. — EA1055
Learn the ins and outs of FOIP by attending this rapid-fire session. Register.

Effective Business Writing
Thurs., Jan 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — EC2025
Reacquaint yourself with the principles of writing, revising and how to draft impactful workplace documents such as emails, letters and reports. Register.

Cloud Computing and Protecting Privacy
Thurs., Jan. 16 from 3 to 4 p.m. — EA1055
Learn about protecting privacy when implementing cloud-based vendor solutions. Register.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Thurs., Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. for women's game; 8 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Back your Cougars as they take on the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns. Free with MRU ID.

Street Epistemology: Helping People Believe True Things?
Thurs., Jan. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. — Jenkins Theatre
Anthony Magnabosco will discuss what street epistemology is, and how it helps people discuss contentious questions in a respectful and productive way. RSVP.

Why Do You Believe in God?
Fri., Jan. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. — EL1270 (Ideas Lounge)
Anthony Magnabosco will interact with attendees to determine the basis for their belief in a higher power.

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Fri., Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. for men's game; 8 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Cheer on your Cougars in this doubleheader versus Thompson Rivers University. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Sat., Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. for men's game; 7 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Root for your Cougars in this doubleheader versus Thompson Rivers University. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Men's Hockey
Fri., Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Your Cougars play the University of Regina Cougars. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Men's Hockey
Sat., Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Your Cougars play the University of Regina Cougars. Free with MRU ID.

Using KeePass
Mon., Jan. 20 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. — T104
Learn how to use KeePass to safely store your passwords electronically. Register.​

QPR: Suicide Prevention Training
Tues., Jan. 21 from 10:30 a.m. to noon — EA1055
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a certified program to recognize signs of distress and build awareness of suicide. Register.

Records and Information Management 101 Awareness Training
Tues., Jan. 21 from 3 to 4 p.m. — EA1055
Take in a quick, 45-minute overview of MRU's RIM program. Register.

Spot the Phishing Email
Thurs., Jan. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Main Street
Can you identify a phishing email? Come to Main Street and see if you can determine which emails are legitimate and which are malicious. Receive a sticker in return and spin the prize wheel.

Revv52: Everything New is Old Again
Thurs., Jan. 23 and Fri., Jan. 24 at 8 p.m.; Sat., Jan. 25 at 2 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
The Calgary-based performance ensemble that entertains, inspires and energizes​ performs at MRU. Tickets.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Fri., Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. for women's game; 8 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Your Cougars host the University of Fraser Valley Cascades. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Fri., Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Root for your Cougars as they match up agains the University of Lethbridge Pronghours. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Sat., Jan. 25 at 4 p.m. for women's game; 6 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Come out and watch your Cougars as they face the University of Fraser Valley Cascades. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Men's Hockey
Sat., Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Come out and watch Cougars hockey as the men's team faces the University of Lethbridge Pronghors. Free with MRU ID.

Harm Reduction and Naloxone Training
Tues., Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon — EA1055
Learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose, including how to provide naloxone by practicing injections in a safe and non-judgmental setting. Register.

Crowchild Classic Pep Rally
Tues., Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Main Street
Wear Cougars blue for your chance to win some great Cougars swag and tickets to the game.

Certified: Comedy Resilience and Mental Health
Tues., Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Ideas Lounge (EL1270)
Register to see performer, playwright and stand-up comedian Jan Derbyshire read from her book Certified. Then, enjoy a light-hearted dialogue around resilience and coping with mental health through laughter. Free and open to all.

Bell Let's Talk Day 2020
Wed., Jan. 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Main Street
Help end the stigma around mental health and come down to Main Street to write a mental health message to share with the campus community. Use the hashtag #BellLetsTalk.

Brave Space: Increasing our Capacity for Uncomfortable Feelings
Wed., Jan. 29 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. — Trico Changemakers Studio (EB3031)
Jan Derbyshire leads a conversation around inclusivity, equity, diversity, privilege and decolonization. Free and open to all.

Crowchild Classic
Thurs., Jan. 30 from 4 to 10 p.m. — Scotiabank Saddledome
This doubleheader between the Cougars and the Dinos' women's and men's hockey teams takes over the Scotiabank Saddledome for the eighth-annual crosstown smackdown. Tickets go on sale Tues., Jan. 7.

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Fri., Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. for men's game; 8 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Root for your Cougars in this doubleheader versus the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Fri., Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Support your Cougars as they match up against conference rivals the University of Calgary Dinos. Free with MRU ID.

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February

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Sat., Feb. 1 at 5 p.m. for men's game; 7 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Watch your Cougars in this doubleheader versus the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Free with MRU ID.

Hack the Box: Escape Room
Wed., Feb. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Main Street
See if you can solve puzzles and break into the box before the opposing team does. Register.

Project Management Basics
Thurs., Feb. 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — EC2025
Learn the basic terminology of project management, including the five key areas of expertise. Register.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Fri., Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Come out and support your Cougars as they face the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Women's Hockey
Sat., Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. — Flames Community Arenas
Root for your Cougars as they face the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. Free with MRU ID.

MRU Cougars Basketball
Sat., Feb. 8 at 4 p.m. for women's game; 6 p.m. for men's game — Kenyon Court
Support your Cougars as they match up against conference rivals the University of Calgary Dinos. Free with MRU ID.

James Campbell, Arnold Choi and Glen Montgomery
Mon., Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
Buy tickets to see this well-known classically trained musical trio. Tickets.

Spot the Phishing Email
Tues., Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Main Street
Can you identify a phishing email? Come to Main Street and see if you can determine which emails are legitimate and which are malicious. Receive a sticker in return and spin the prize wheel.

QPR: Suicide Prevention Training
Wed., Feb. 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. — EA1057
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a certified program to recognize signs of distress and build awareness of suicide. Register.

Leaders, Culture and Change
Thurs., Feb. 13 and Fri., Feb. 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. — EC2035
Learn strategies and techniques for managing change, including appreciative inquiry, strategic planning and employee engagement. Register.

Harm Reduction and Naloxone Training
Thurs., Feb. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. — EA1055
Learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose, including how to provide naloxone by practicing injections in a safe and non-judgmental setting. Register.

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Fri., Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. for men's game; 8 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Watch your Cougars in this doubleheader versus the University of Winnipeg Wesmen. Free with MRU ID.

Dave Kelly Live: Valentine's Day Special
Fri., Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
Bring a date to Dave Kelly Live, featuring special guests, surprise appearances and the best in Canadian talent, stories and music. Tickets.

MRU Cougars Volleyball
Sat., Feb. 15 at 5 p.m. for men's game; 7 p.m. for women's game — Kenyon Court
Come out and support your Cougars in this doubleheader versus the University of Winnipeg Wesmen. Free with MRU ID.

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Thurs., Feb. 20 and Fri., Feb. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Location available upon registration
Learn the important components of suicide prevention. Registration opens on Mon., Jan. 6 at mru.ca/WellnessWorkshops.

Protecting Yourself Against Cybercrime
Wed., Feb. 26 from 10:30 a.m. to noon — E229A
This informative workshop gives you all the tools you need to keep you and your family cybersafe. Completion of this workshop fulfills the annual mandatory cybersecurity training requirement. Register.

Andy Shauf
Fri., Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. — Bella Concert Hall
Check out this Canadian singer-songwriter at MRU as he promotes his new album, The Neon Skyline. Tickets.

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