The Retirees' Newsletter

The Retirees's Association ( Faculty, Librarian, Administrator), University of Windsor, Windsor, Ont. Canada

Vol X , No. 4, October 2000

President's Garden Party

This year, the annual President's Garden Party was an opportunity to celebrate a milestone.

"It's like the '60s," President Ross Paul said. "We are making hiring decisions now that will shape this university for the next 20 years."

Those remarks stemmed from the fact that 100 new members of faculty were being introduced this year. "It will be a very long time before we will be able to hire 100 faculty in a year again," Academic Vice-President Neil Gold added.

The President's Garden Party is held annually in the Quad near Dillon Hall to welcome new faculty and staff. As in previous years, Vice-Presidents and Deans proudly introduced new faculty and staff in their areas who were invited to stand near the podium to be recognized. But because the of the numbers, including 40 in the Faculty of Arts and Social Science, they were not able to announce each person's background. A listing of new faculty and staff was distributed. Copies are available from the office of the Academic Vice-President

Ambassador Bridge Duty Free Store Donates $1.1 Million to the University of Windsor

Officials from the University of Windsor and the Ambassador Bridge Corporation announced a $1.1 million donation to the university by the Ambassador Bridge Duty Free Store. The announcement was made at a gala lunch in the CAW Student Centre, Ambassador Auditorium, with more than 170 local business and civic leaders, alumni and other university supporters in attendance.

Upon receiving the cheque from Ambassador Bridge Chairman Manuel (Matty) Moroun, University of Windsor President Ross Paul said, "We are indeed blessed by the generosity of the Ambassador Bridge Corporation. We are truly grateful to have such a unique opportunity for partnership with our neighbor."

The $1.1 million donation will be put toward the costs of constructing a new Multimedia Learning Centre and Dramatic Art Project. The project was recently awarded funding and approval under the Ontario government's SuperBuild program. Construction of the new facility is expected to start in early 2001.

The university has announced that Robert Smith is the new Director of Campus Police Services. He brings with him a vast experience in police and security management both in the public and private sectors, including a background in community police management both in Canada and abroad. He brings a solid background in police work both in military and civilian settings including investigations, as well as in community policing services and crime prevention programs.

University Celebrating $1.79 Million From Canadian Foundation For Innovation

Three major research initiatives at the University of Windsor will receive funding support totalling nearly $1.8 million from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI). Most of the funding will go to the purchase of specialized new research equipment and facilities upgrades, and some will allow the university to support research operations.

The largest project involves $700,694 to develop a Biomolecular Characterizations and Dynamics Research Facility. Principal investigator for this project is Dr. Bulent Mutus, professor of biochemistry.

A second chemistry-related project provides $593,325 for a team lead by principal investigator Dr. Doug Stephan, professor of chemistry. The third, with principal investigator Dr. Brian Fryer, professor of Earth Sciences, provides $499,680 for a Geographic/Spatial Information Systems and Related Research Equipment.

Pare Named Acting President At Assumption University

The Board of Governors of Assumption University has announced with regret the resignation of its President Fr. Manuel Chircop. The Board regrets that Fr. Chircop will be unable to discharge his duties as President and wishes him well in his future endeavors. Fr. U. E. (Bud) Paré has been appointed Acting President.

 Marty Komsa Joins University of Windsor Board of Governors

University of Windsor Board of Governors Chair Rev. Ulysse Paré and President Ross Paul are pleased to announce that Marty Komsa, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Windsor Family Credit Union, recently accepted an appointment to the University of Windsor Board of Governors. Mr. Komsa joined the board at its meeting in September.

"Mr. Komsa is well-known and admired in the Windsor community for his successful leadership in the fast-changing financial services business as well as his energetic involvement in community organizations," Dr. Paul said. "Mr. Komsa will be a valuable asset to the Board as the university moves forward with it's Best of Both Worlds strategic direction."

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