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If you didn't enjoy doing something, felt apprehensive about even getting started and produced mediocre results, wouldn't you think it might be time to try a different approach? Professor Joan Flaherty, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, says most people find writing intimidating and less-than-enjoyable. That’s why she thinks it’s time for something new: a counter-intuitive approach that turns what you’ve been taught about writing upside down.

Globalization is redefining many industries today, and that means most industries are undergoing some form of restructuring. Some companies may merge, some may buy out others, some may sell, and some may shift their focus. But how do owners and managers know the best approach to take?

The Human Resource Management Student Association (HRMSA) will be holding its Polar Bear Dip Fundraiser in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation on February 12 at 1:00pm at the Guelph Corrections Facility. Those HRMSA students braving the cold include: Cristina Ricciardi- HR ambassador, Conner Macleod- Executive of Public Relations, and Stephanie Moscuzza - President. Members of the D.U.

Professor Iain Murray, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, commented that “local” is more often a marketing term than a geographic description in a recent profile. “If you live in a northern climate, the 100-mile diet isn’t for you,” says Professor Murray.  Foods like chocolate, coffee and fresh produce are off-limits to those who want to “eat local,” especially during the winter. But what exactly does “local” mean?

Associate professor, Timothy Dewhirst, in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies, got into the football spirit as he explored the importance of team brands in the Super Bowl.  The 2011 Super Bowl is a classic “battle of the brands,” a matchup between meat packers and steel workers, between storied franchises with deep roots and legacies. Read full Toronto Star article.

Congratulations to Jesica Zerafa, B.Comm Tourism Management, and fellow Guelph student Jackie Sollis, for winning the gold medal in Canadian Woman's Ice Hockey at the World University Games in Erzurum, Turkey.  The Canadian team secured the gold medal by defeating Finland by 4-1. Jessica scored one of team’s winning goals in the second period.

Congratulations to Jesica and to the entire Canadian team!

Congratulations to the winners announced at the 2nd Annual CME Learning and Teaching Awards held on February 3rd.  CME is fortunate to recognize the significant academic achievements of our students. We are also fortunate to honour our distinguished faculty members for their contributions to teaching and learning. 

The award winning students include: 

Cambrian Chemicals Inc. Scholarship - Vanessa Langshaw

Guelph & District Human Resource Professionals Association Scholarship - Alexandra Jamieson

Rachel Vriezen, a second-year student majoring in international development and economics and Gracen Johnson, a fourth-year international development student, were each awarded a $25,000 scholarship to participate in The Next 36.

A paper by Jane Londerville, an associate professor and interim chair of Marketing and Consumer Studies, released by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute for Public Policy in November, was quoted in a recent article by the Globe and Mail concerning Genworth taking back its share of the mortgage market.

Read the full article.

The last thing Prof. Sylvain Charlebois wants to do is keep his research a secret.  “As a researcher, I feel it is part of my duty to convey some of the knowledge we create to the wider public. We are part of a publicly-funded institution, so we have a responsibility to the public. Yes, it is challenging for any academic to translate for this audience, but it is also exciting.”