University of Saskatchewan 267686 225973038 2008-07-16T07:41:16Z Michellecrisp 3965697 /* Notable Alumni */ he's no longer the director {{Coord|52|7|47.37|N|106|37|58.08|W|display=title|type:landmark}} {{Infobox University |name = '''University of Saskatchewan''' |image_name =Uofs new08.gif |image_size =180px |caption =University of Saskatchewan |motto = ''Deo et Patriae'' ([[Latin]]) |mottoeng = For God and Country |established = 1907 |vision = |type = [[public university|Public]] |calendar = |endowment = [[CAN$]]136.7 million |chancellor = [[Vera Pezer]] |president = [[Peter MacKinnon|R. Peter MacKinnon]] |faculty = |staff = |enrollment = 15,228 (full-time), 3,854 (part-time) |city = [[Saskatoon]] |state = [[Saskatchewan]] |country = [[Canada]] |website = http://www.usask.ca/ |students = |undergrad = |postgrad = |doctoral = |divinity = |residents = |affiliations = [[University of the Arctic|UArctic]], [[Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada|AUCC]], [[International Association of Universities|IAU]], [[Canadian Interuniversity Sport|CIS]], [[Association of Commonwealth Universities|ACU]], [[Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate|CUSID]], [[Canada West Universities Athletic Association|CWUAA]] |other = |profess = |coordinates = |52|8|12|N|106|37|51|W| |campus = [[Urban area|Urban]] |sports = [[Saskatchewan Huskies]] |colours = [[Green (color)|Green]]{{color box|#00502F}} and [[White (color)|white]] {{color box|#FFFFFF}} |nickname = [[Saskatchewan Huskies]] |mascot = Huskie |fightsong = |publictransit = bus route |footnotes = [[University of Saskatchewan Academics|Academics]] }} [[Image:LiliumUniversityofSaskatchewan.jpg|thumb|right|''Lilium University of Saskatchewan'' &ndash; The University of Saskatchewan Centennial Lily by plant breeder Donna Hay.]] The '''University of Saskatchewan''' ('''U of S''') is a [[coeducation]]al [[public university|public]] [[research university]] located on the east side of the [[South Saskatchewan River]] in [[Saskatoon]], [[Saskatchewan]], [[Canada]], founded over 100 years ago in 1907. The ''University of Saskatchewan Act'' was passed by the Provincial [[Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan|Legislative Assembly of the Province]] and established the provincial university on [[April 3]], [[1907]] "for the purpose of providing facilities for [[higher education]] in all its branches and enabling all persons without regard to race, creed or religion to take the fullest advantage".<ref>{{cite web | title = Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1907 | publisher = University of Saskatchewan | url = http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1907.php | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = U of S: History | publisher = University of Saskatchewan | url = http://explore.usask.ca/about/history/ | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref> The University of Saskatchewan is now the largest education institution in the [[Canada|Canadian]] [[Provinces of Canada|province]] of [[Saskatchewan]]. The U of S is a member of the [[Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada]] as well as the [[Association of Commonwealth Universities]] The University began as an agricultural college in 1907 and, {{convert|300|acre|km2|1}} were set aside for university buildings and {{convert|1000|acre|km2|0}} for the U of S farm, and agricultural fields. In total 10.32&nbsp;km² was annexed for the university.<ref>{{cite web | author = B. Beaton | title = University of Saskatchewan | work = The Canadian Encyclopedia | url = http://thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008258 | accessdate = 2007-06-24 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | author = Don Kerr | title = The Beginnings | year = 1998 | url = http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/history_text1.htm | accessdate = 2007-06-24 }}</ref> Currently, main University campus is situated upon {{convert|2425|acre|km2|0}} with another 500&nbsp;acres (2 km²) allocated for Innovation Place Research Park.<ref>{{cite web | author = B. Beaton | title = University of Saskatchewan | work = The Canadian Encyclopedia | url = http://thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008258 | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title = Life Long Learning in Pharmacy &ndash; 6th International Conference | year = 2005 | url =http://www.lllp.usask.ca/vtt/index.php | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref> The University of Saskatchewan agriculture college still has access to neighbouring urban research lands.<ref>{{cite web | last = MacPherson | first =Colleen | title =On Campus News (OCN) &ndash; University of Saskatchewan | date = 2007-03-09 | url = http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/07-mar-09/10.php | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref> University of Saskatchewan's Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) facility, (2003) develops DNA-enhanced immunization vaccines for both humans and animals.<ref>{{cite web | last = Eggertson | first = Laura | title = Innovation Canada &ndash; Vaccine Nation | url =http://www.innovationcanada.ca/10/en/articles/article1.html | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | last =Babiuk | first = Lorne B | title = University of Saskatchewan Research - Discovery @ U of S: Mar 08, 2001 | url =http://www.usask.ca/research/news/read.php?id=386 | accessdate = 2007-09-11}}</ref> Since its origins as an agricultural college, [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Graduate Studies and Research|research]] has played an important role at the University. Discoveries made at the U of S include sulphate-resistant cement, and the [[cobalt-60 (isotope)|cobalt-60]] cancer therapy unit. Currently offers over [[University of Saskatchewan Academics|200 academic programs]]. Duncan P. McColl was appointed as the first registrar establishing the first convocation from which Chief Justice [[Edward Ludlow Wetmore|Edward L. Wetmore]] was elected as the first Chancellor. [[Walter Charles Murray]] became the first U of S president of the board of governors.<ref name=SK-history>{{cite book | last = Murray| first = Jean E.| editor = Saskatchewan History Vol XII No. 1, Winter 1959| title = The contest for the University of Saskatchewan| publisher = Saskatchewan Archives Board | pages = p.1 }}</ref> ==History== === Beginnings === [[Image:Health Sciences Building.JPG|thumb|right|Entrance to the Health Sciences Building located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] [[University of Saskatchewan]] is a single, non-denominational, public provincial university created in 1907 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm? PgNm=TCE&Params=U1ARTU0003537</ref> The institution was modelled on the American state university, with an emphasis on extension work and applied research.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008242</ref> The [[University]] was created on [[April 3]], [[1907]] by a provincial statute known as the ''University Act''. It provided for a publicly funded, yet independent institution to be created for the citizens of the whole province. Duncan McColl became the first university official when he was appointed registrar. Chief Justice Edward L. Wetmore was elected the first university [[Chancellor (education)|Chancellor]]. The governance was modelled on the provincial University of Toronto Act of 1906 which established a bicameral system of university government consisting of a senate (faculty), responsible for academic policy, and a board of governors (citizens) exercising exclusive control over financial policy and having formal authority in all other matters. The president, appointed by the board, was to provide a link between the 2 bodies and to perform institutional leadership.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008242</ref> Following the formation of the senate and board of governors, Walter Charles Murray was selected as President of the University. The scope of the new institution was to include colleges of Arts and Science including art, music and commerce, Agriculture with forestry, Domestic Science, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science and Dentistry. It awarded its first degrees in 1912.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm? PgNm=TCE&Params=U1ARTU0003537</ref> In the early part of this century, professional education expanded beyond the traditional fields of theology, law and medicine. Graduate training based on the German-inspired American model of specialized course work and the completion of a research thesis was introduced.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008242</ref> [[Battleford, Saskatchewan|Battleford]], [[Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan|Moose Jaw]], [[Prince Albert, Saskatchewan|Prince Albert]], [[Regina, Saskatchewan|Regina]], and [[Saskatoon, Saskatchewan|Saskatoon]] all lobbied to be the location of the new university. Walter Murray preferred the provincial capital, [[Regina, Saskatchewan|Regina]]. In a politically influenced vote, Saskatoon was chosen on [[April 7]], [[1909]].<ref name="SK-history"/> [[Image:InMemoryOfAllRanksUofS.jpg|thumb|right|1914&ndash;1918 In Memory of All Ranks of the 46th Batallion C.E.F. they are too near to be great, but our children shall understand when and how our fate was changed, and by whose hand.]] ===Campus=== [[List of National Historic Sites of Canada|National Historic Site]] located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] A location next to the [[South Saskatchewan River]], across from the [[Central Business District, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan|city centre]] of Saskatoon, was selected for the [[campus]]. [[Prime Minister of Canada]] [[Sir Wilfrid Laurier]] laid the cornerstone of the first building, the [[College Building (Saskatchewan)|College Building]], on [[July 29]], [[1910]]. Brown and Vallance were the initial architects constructing the first university buildings in [[Gothic Revival architecture in Canada|Collegiate Gothic style]]. The original buildings were built using native [[limestone]] &ndash; greystone &ndash; which was mined just north of campus. Over the years, the greystone was to become one of the most recognizable campus signatures. When the local supply of limestone was exhausted, the University turned to Tyndall Stone, so called because it is quarried at Tyndall, Manitoba. The first building to be started on the new campus, the [[College Building (Saskatchewan)|College Building]], opened in 1913; in 2001, it was declared a National Historic Site of Canada. Saskatchewan's Provincial University and Agricultural College were officially opened [[May 1]], [[1913]] by Hon. [[Walter Scott]].<ref>{{cite web | last = University of Saskatchewan | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1913 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1913.ph | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref> [[Image:CollegeBuilding-UofS.jpg|thumb|right|[[College Building (Saskatchewan)|College Building]]]] The original architectural plan called for the university buildings to be constructed around a green space known as ''the bowl''. Currently, the original university buildings are being connected by skywalks and tunnels. Clockwise, from the north; Thorvaldson Building ([[August 22]], [[1924]]) (Spinks addition); Geology, W.P. Thompson Biology (1960) adjoined to Physics Building (1921); College Building ([[May 1]], [[1913]]) (Administration addition); Saskatchewan cojoined with Athabasca Hall (1964); Qu'Appelle Hall (1916); Marquis Hall adjoined to Place Riel &ndash; Qu'Appelle Addition; Murray Memorial Main Library (1956); Arts (1960) cojoined with Law and adjoined to Commerce building complete the initial circle around the perimeter of the bowl.<ref>{{cite web | title =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/chronology.php | accessdate = 2007-06-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | last = University of Saskatchewan | title =U of S Maps and Mailing Addresses | date =1994&ndash;2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/maps | accessdate =2007-06-24 }}</ref> === Establishment of Colleges === [[Image:Thorvaldson.JPG|thumb|right|Entrance to Thorvaldson Building located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] {{main|University of Saskatchewan Academics}} Roughly adhering to the original plan of 1909, numerous colleges were established: [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Arts and Science|Arts & Science]] (1909), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Agriculture and Bioresources College|Agriculture]] now called Agriculture and Bioresource (1912), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Engineering|Engineering]] (1912), [[University of Saskatchewan College of Law|Law]] (1913), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Pharmacy & Nutrition|Pharmacy now called Pharmacy & Nutrition]] (1914), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Commerce|Commerce]] now the N. Murray Edwards School of Business (1917), [[College of Medicine - University of Saskatchewan|Medicine]] (1926), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Education|Education]] (1927), Home Economics (1928), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Nursing|Nursing]] (1938), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Graduate Studies and Research|Graduate Studies and Research]] (1946), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Kinesiology|Physical Education]] now called Kinesiology (1958), [[Veterinary Medicine - University of Saskatchewan|Veterinary Medicine]] (1964), [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Dentistry|Dentistry]](1965), and [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Medicine .28School of Physical Therapy|School of Physical Therapy]] (1976). The U of S also has several graduate programs amongst these colleges, which give rise to a masters or doctorate degree.<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =University of Saskatchewan Annual Report 2000 Academic Programs at the University of Saskatchewan Degrees Awarded by the University of Saskatchewan | date =September, | year =2000 | url =http://www.usask.ca/uofs/annual-report2000/academics.html | accessdate = 2007-06-30}}</ref> Diploma, and certificate post secondary courses are also available to aid in professional development. [[Image:Archaeology-UofS.jpg|thumb|right|Entrance to the Field Husbandry > Crop Science > Anthropology & Archaeology Building located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] Theological Colleges, affiliated with the University, were also established: [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#College of Emmanuel and St. Chad|Emmanuel College now called College of Emmanuel and St. Chad]] &ndash; (Anglican denomination) (1909), [[St. Andrew's College]] (as ''[[Presbyterian Church in Canada|Presbyterian]] College, Saskatoon'') then [[United Church of Canada]] (1913), [[Lutheran Theological Seminary, Saskatoon|Lutheran Theological Seminary]] (1920), [[St. Thomas More College]] (1936), and [[Central Pentecostal College]] (1983).<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008258 </ref> Regina College was saved from bankruptcy and became part of the University in 1934, and was given degree-granting privileges in 1959, making it a second University of Saskatchewan campus. The policy of university education initiated in the 1960s responded to population pressure and the belief that higher education was a key to social justice and economic productivity for individuals and for society. The single-university policy in the West was changed as existing colleges of the provincial universities gained autonomy as universities.<ref>http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008242</ref> By another act of legislation in 1974, Regina College was made an independent institution known as the [[University of Regina]]. Correspondence courses were established in 1929. Other federated and affiliated colleges include: [[Briercrest Bible College]] and Biblical Seminary in [[Caronport, Saskatchewan]]; [[Gabriel Dumont Institute|Gabriel Dumont College]] and St. Peter's Historic Junior College [[Muenster, Saskatchewan]].<ref> http://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com/index.cfm?PgNm=TCE&Params=A1ARTA0008258 </ref> === Later development === [[Image:Engineering-UofS.jpg|thumb|right|Entrance to the Engineering Building located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] In the late 1990s, the U of S launched a major revitalisation programme that has and will include new capital projects such as an expansion to the [[Veterinary Medicine - University of Saskatchewan|Western College of Veterinary Medicine]], the building of a new parkade, and a revision of its internal road layout (which has already seen the East Road access being realigned). The Thorvaldson Building, which currently is home to the Departments of Chemistry and Computer Science hosts a new expansion known as the Spinks addition. As well the College of Pharmacy and Nutrition has also seen a number of renovations.<ref>{{cite web |title=The University of Saskatchewan 1999&ndash;2000 Annual Report |url=http://www.usask.ca/uofs/annual-report2000/bricks.html |work=usask.ca |accessdate=2007-09-04}}</ref> === Land holdings === Up until the late 1980s, the University of Saskatchewan held an extensive area of land in the northeast quadrant of Saskatoon, stretching far beyond the core campus, east of Preston Avenue and north of the [[Sutherland, Saskatoon|Sutherland]] and [[Forest Grove, Saskatoon|Forest Grove]] subdivisions. Much of this land was used for farming, though some areas were intended for future campus and facility development. In the late 1980s, most U of S land beyond Circle Drive was earmarked for residential development; [[Silverspring, Saskatoon|Silverspring]] was the first of these neighbourhoods to be developed. [[Image:TheBowl-UofS.jpg|thumb|right|''The Bowl'' located on the Main campus of the University of Saskatchewan]] Another section of land, west of the Preston Avenue/Circle Drive interchange and north of the [[Canadian Pacific Railway|CPR]] line, was zoned for commercial use, and led to "big box" retail development in the early 2000s called [[Preston Crossing (Saskatoon)|Preston Crossing]]).<ref>{{Citation | title =Rencor Developments - Preston Crossing | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.rencordevelopments.com/prestoncrossing.html | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> Realignment of two major roads in the area around this same time (Preston Avenue and 108th Street) also used up a portion of university land. The U of S now maintains a large tract of land immediately east of the Saskatoon city limits that it obtained after the city annexed the northeastern section of U of S land. The U of S leased a site to the [[Correctional Service of Canada]] north of Attridge Drive on Central Avenue for the Regional Psychiatric Centre. It has an additional undeveloped parcel of land at Central Avenue and Fedoruk Drive.<ref>{{Citation | title =CORE AREA MASTER PLAN University of Saskatchewan | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.facilities.usask.ca/masterplan/master_plan_final.pdf | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> In the 1970s and again in the 1980s, the U of S considered opening up some of its land holdings south of College Drive and north of 14th Street for residential development, but opposition from nearby neighbourhoods that appreciated the "green belt" offered by the university led to these plans being dropped. ==Programs== The College of Pharmacy & Nutrition: Division of Nutrition & Dietetics has an accredited dietetic program. The university is accredited by a professional organization such as the [[Dietitians of Canada]] and the university's graduates may subsequently become registered dietitians. [[List of universities with accredited dietetic programs]] == Students and Alumni == {{main|List of University of Saskatchewan alumni}} The ''University Act'' provided that the University should provide "facilities for higher education in all its branches and enabling all persons without regard to race, creed or religion to take the fullest advantage". It further stated that "no woman shall by reason of her sex be deprived of any advantage or privilege accorded to the male students of the university." Seventy students began the first classes on [[September 28]], [[1909]]. The first class graduated on [[May 1]], [[1912]]. Of the three students who earned graduation honours, two were women.<ref>{{Citation | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1912 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1912.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> 342 students, faculty, and staff enlisted for [[World War I]]. Of these, 67 were killed, 100 were wounded, and 33 were awarded medals of valour.<ref>{{Citation | title =World War I and the University of Saskatchewan:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/wwi.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> Between 1907 and 2007 there have been over 132,200 members of the [[University of Saskatchewan Alumni Association]]. The alumni feature those who have successfully graduated from a degree, certificate and/or diploma programme at the University of Saskatchewan.<ref>{{cite web | title =U of S: Facts &amp; Figures | date =April 2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/uofs/fact_sheet.php | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> ===Notable faculty and researchers === <!--when adding to this section please add references for notability and verifying facts please. Also add the addition to the article List of University of Saskatchewan alumni--> * The Honourable [[Gordon Barnhart|Gordon L. Barnhart]], University Secretary, Professor in Canadian Politics, and [[Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan]] (2006&ndash;) * The Honourable [[Sylvia Fedoruk|Sylvia O. Fedoruk]], University Chancellor, Professor in Oncology, Associate Member in Physics, and Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan (1988&ndash;1994). * The Honourable [[Grant MacEwan|J.W. Grant MacEwan]], Director of the School of Agriculture, Professor of Animal Husbandry, and Lieutenant-Governor of Alberta (1966&ndash;1974). * [[Gerhard Herzberg]], [[Nobel Prize in Chemistry]], 1970 &ndash; Offered a position in 1935 to flee Nazi Germany, and remained at the university for ten years. * [[William Sarjeant]], geologist and novelist. * Dr. [[Thorbergur Thorvaldson]], internationally known scientist and first dean of graduate studies at the U of S. === Notable Alumni === <!--when adding to this section please add references for notability and verifying facts please. Also add the addition to the article List of University of Saskatchewan alumni--> * [[Emmett Matthew Hall]], (1898-1995), O.C., C.C., Q.C., LLB, Supreme Court judge and a father of the Canadian system of [[Medicare (Canada)|Medicare]] * The Right Honourable [[Ray Hnatyshyn|Raymon Hnatyshyn]], 24th [[Governor General of Canada]] * The Honourable Dr. [[Lynda M. Haverstock]], [[Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan]] (2000&ndash;2006), Leader of the Saskatchewan Liberal Party (1989&ndash;1995) * The Honourable [[Frederick Johnson (politician)|Fredrick W. Johnson]], 16th [[Lieutenant-Governor of Saskatchewan]] * The Honourable [[George Porteous]], 14th [[Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan]] * The Right Honourable [[John Diefenbaker|John G. Diefenbaker]], 13th [[Prime Minister of Canada]] ** Diefenbaker was also the university's chancellor. After he died, he and his wife were buried at the university, near the Diefenbaker Canada Centre. * [[Henry Taube]], [[Nobel Prize in Chemistry]] 1983 * Dr. [[John Hewson]], [[Australia]]n politician * [[Tommy Douglas]], former leader of the New Democratic Party and leader of health care reform in Canada (also voted "the Greatest Canadian" of all time in 2004) * [[Alastair GW Cameron]] Astrophysicist. Famed for his theories on the origin of the chemical elements and the origin of the moon. * [[N. Murray Edwards]] - business owner * [[Edith Fowke]] Canadian folklorist. * [[Lorne Babiuk]] - Scientist * Dr. [[Michael Byers]] - celebrity political scientist at the [[University of British Columbia]] and federal [[NDP]] candidate in the [[Vancouver Centre]] riding == Distinguished research == Over the years, some of the most prominent projects at the University have been associated with the Department of Physics. In 1948, the University built the first [[betatron]] facility in Canada.<ref>{{Citation | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1948 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1948.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> Three years later, the world's first non-commercial [[cobalt-60 (isotope)|cobalt-60]] therapy unit was constructed.<ref>{{Citation | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1951 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1951.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> (The first female Chancellor of the University, [[Sylvia Fedoruk]], was a member of the Cobalt-60 research team. She also served as Saskatchewan's [[Lieutenant-Governor (Canada)|Lieutenant-Governor]] from 1988&ndash;1994.) The success of these facilities led to the construction of a [[linear accelerator]] as part of the [[Saskatchewan Accelerator Laboratory]] in 1964 and placed university scientists at the forefront of nuclear physics in Canada.<ref>{{Citation | title =Linear Accelerator Text | date = | year =2007 | url =http://lib74123.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/text_linac.htm | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> Experience gained from years of research and collaboration with global researchers led to the University of Saskatchewan being selected as the site of Canada's national facility for [[synchrotron light]] research, the [[Canadian Light Source]].<ref>{{Citation | title =Synchrotron lights the path for Canadian pharmaceutical development | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/research/files/download.php/StarPhoenix+Biotech+Week+Supplement-Sept06.pdf?id=300&view=1 | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> This facility opened [[October 22]], [[2004]] and is the size of a football field. The [[Plasma Physics Laboratory (Saskatchewan)|Plasma Physics Laboratory]] operates a [[tokamak]] on campus.<ref>{{Citation | title =Plasma Physics Laboratory University of Saskatchewan | date = | year =2007 | url =http://plasma.usask.ca/ | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> The University used the [[SCR-270 radar]] in 1949 to image the [[Aurora (astronomy)|Aurora]] for the first time. The university owns the [[Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization]].<ref>{{Citation | title =University of Saskatchewan Research - Discovery @ U of S: Oct 02, 2006 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/research/news/read.php?id=626 | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> [[Innovation Place Research Park]] is an industrial science and technology park that hosts private industry working with the university.<ref>{{Citation | title =Innovation Place Research Parks have growing impact on the economy | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.gov.sk.ca/news?newsId=ae0f33d3-9e26-4415-843b-73185668d6fa | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> ==Royal connections== [[Image:Sylvia Fedoruk.jpg|thumb|160px|right|Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Fedoruk was Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon from 1986-1989.]] {{see|Crown in Saskatoon}} The University of Saskatchewan has numerous royal and vice-regal connections. Lieutenant Governor [[Archibald McNab]] is credited with bringing the institution to Saskatoon.<ref>{{Citation | last = Stoffel | first =Holden | author-link = | last2 =Canadian Plains Research Center, University of Regina | first2 = | author2-link = | title =The Encyclopedia of Saskatchewan | Details McNab, Archibald Peter (1864–1945) | date = | year =2007 | url =http://esask.uregina.ca/entry/mcnab_archibald_peter_1864-1945.html | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> Its campuses have been venues for royal and vice-regal visits, including visits by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, who lodged at the President's Residence in 1978. A handful of University alumni were invited to a reception for Canadians at [[Buckingham Palace]] ahead of that visit to Saskatoon.<ref>[http://www.usask.ca/alumni/alumnisite/publications/green_white/issues/fall2005/alumnews.php University of Saskatchewan (2005). Visiting Buckingham Palace. ''Green and White'', Fall 2005.]</ref> The main campus is home to Saskatoon's only royally-designated institution, the [[Royal University Hospital]]. The Diefenbaker Canada Centre, also on campus, houses original correspondence between the Queen and Prime Minister [[John Diefenbaker]], and has staged such exhibits as ''Happy and Glorious: The Royal Presence in Canada'', opened by Lieutenant Governor [[Lynda Haverstock]] in 2004. The campus was the first in Western Canada to host the [[Vanier Cup]], named for Governor General [[Georges Vanier]], in 2006. Fifteen fellows of the [[Royal Society of Canada]] are affiliated with the University of Saskatchewan.<ref>[http://www.rsc.ca/index.php?page_id=96&lang_id=1&first_name=&last_name=&academy=&institute_name=University+of+Saskatchewan&year_election=&submit=Search Royal Society of Canada (2008). Membership.]</ref> Saskatchewan's [[Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan|Lieutenant Governors]] have filled the office of '''Visitor to the University of Saskatchewan''' since its establishment.<ref>[http://www.qp.gov.sk.ca/documents/English/Statutes/Statutes/U6-1.pdf Government of Saskatchewan (2006). The University of Saskatchewan Act, 1995. Regina: The Queen's Printer.]</ref> Former Lieutenant Governor Sir Richard Lake was famously called upon to assume the Visitor's role in the so-called ''Crisis of 1919''. Four senior members of the Board of Governors had been dismissed after three among them abstained from a vote of confidence in University President [[Walter Charles Murray|Walter Murray]]. Murray was under scrutiny for his maintenance of University finances. The public and press clamoured for an explanation, and, in accordance with provincial law, Lake held a series of hearings through the office of the [[King’s Bench]]. His findings, delivered in April 1920, vindicated the dismissals, saying they were “regular, proper and in the best interest of the university.” In other words, their acts of disloyalty were enough to cost them their jobs.<ref>[http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1919.php University of Saskatchewan Archives. 1919: Crisis. In Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan.]</ref> Certain vice-regal representatives have held teaching and governance positions on campus. Before becoming Lieutenant Governor, [[Gordon Barnhart]] was University Secretary and Professor in Canadian Politics. [[Sylvia Fedoruk]] was University Chancellor, Professor in Oncology and Associate Member in Physics. [[Grant MacEwan]], before becoming Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, was Director of the School of Agriculture and Professor of Animal Husbandry at the University of Saskatchewan. Honorary [[Doctor of Laws]] degrees have been conferred by the University on vice-regal representatives.<ref>[http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/hondegrees.php University of Saskatchewan Archives (2007). University History: Honorary degree recipients.]</ref> Recipient Lieutenant Governors include [[William John Patterson|William Patterson]] in 1955, [[Robert Hanbidge]] in 1968, [[Stephen Worobetz]] in 1984 and [[Sylvia Fedoruk]] in 2006. Recipient Governors General include [[Vincent Massey]] in 1955 and [[Ray Hnatyshyn|Ramon Hnatyshyn]] in 1990. ==University administration== There are three separate areas of governance at the University of Saskatchewan. Financial, management, as well as administration affairs are handled by the Board of Governors which comprises 11 members. The University of Saskatchewan liaison between the public and professional sector is dealt with by the University Senate, a body of 100 representatives. Finally, the General Academic Assembly is the University's advisory body wherein, all the faculty members and elected students combine to determine academic policies and direction. In 1995, the General Academic Assembly is represented by elected members to the University of Saskatchewan Council which is made up of a combination of 116 faculty and students.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | first =Division of Media and Technology | title =INTRODUCTION TO COUNCIL | date =April 2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/university_council/introduction.shtml | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> As of 2006, faculty and staff total 7,000, and student enrolment comprised 15,005 full time students as well as 3,552 part time students.<ref>{{cite web | title =U of S: Facts &amp; Figures | date =April 2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/uofs/fact_sheet.php | accessdate =2007-07-21 }}</ref> The Board of Governors administrators comprise Chancellor, W. Tom Molloy, [[Order of Canada|O.C.]], [[Queen's Counsel|Q.C.]], [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]], [[Bachelor of Laws|LL.B]], President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. R. Peter MacKinnon [[Queen's Counsel|Q.C.]], [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]], [[Bachelor of Laws|LL.B]], [[Master of Laws|LL.M.]], [[Doctor of Laws|LL.D.]]; Vice-Presidents or Resource Officers: Dr. Michael Atkinson, Provost and Vice-President Academic; Richard Florizone, Vice-President (Finance & Resources); Dr. Steven Franklin, Vice-President (Research); Heather Magotiaux, Vice-President (University Advancement).<ref>{{cite web | title =U of S: Facts &amp; Figures | date =April 2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/uofs/fact_sheet.php | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | last =U of S » Office of the University Secretary » Board of Governors » List of Board Members | title =University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Office of the University Secretary | date =April 2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/university_secretary/board/board_members.php | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> === University Presidents === The past 100 years have seen eight University Presidents beginning with [[Walter Charles Murray]] (1908&ndash;37) who helped establish and set the groundwork for the University of Saskatchewan. In other words, <blockquote>to make a University where no University existed.<ref name="quote">{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | title =Presidents - James S. Thomson (speech)||University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =May 23 | year =2005 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president2-speech.php | accessdate = 2007-09-06 }}</ref> </blockquote>[[James Sutherland Thomson]] (1937&ndash;49) was the second president <blockquote>during some of the most difficult years in the institution's history. His term spanned the final years of the Great Depression, the Second World War, and the hectic, early post-war years.<ref name="quote2">{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | title =Presidents - James S. Thomson (obituary)||University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =May 23 | year =2005 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president2-tribute.php | accessdate = 2007-09-06 }}</ref> </blockquote> [[Walter P. Thompson|Walter Palmer Thompson]] persidency term (1949&ndash;59) spanned the University's 50th anniversary year. Dr. Walter Murray said to him <blockquote>"Do not be appalled at the absence of all you have been accustomed to find in other Universities. We have all had to start with nothing.. .You have virgin soil to break."<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Presidents - James S. Thomson:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =March 1 | year =2006 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president3-tribute.php | accessdate =2007-09-06 }}</ref> </blockquote> In many fields Biologist Walter P. Thompson leadership brought innovation, insight and research to new areas beginning with rust resistant varieties of wheat which curtailed the 1916 catastrophic outbreak of rust. He also was instrumental in developing in Saskatchewan a comprehensive medicare program. His popularity and qualities of administrator and teacher served the U of S well during his presidency.<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Presidents - Walter P. Thompson:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =March 1 | year =2006 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president3-tribute.php | accessdate =2007-09-06 }}</ref> The fourth and youngest Canadian University president, [[John William Tranter Spinks]] (1959&ndash;74) brought in a whirlwind era for the University. <blockquote>...enrolment sky rocketed, a new campus was opened, new buildings were erected, new colleges and schools were started and course offerings were increased. This included a comprehensive health care complex, establishment of a Crop Development Centre, a Linear Accelerator Laboratory, SED Systems, an Institute for Northern Studies, and an Indian and Northern Education Program.<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Presidents - John W.T. Spinks:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =May 23 | year =2005 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president4-hondegree.php | accessdate =2007-09-06 }}</ref></blockquote> [[Robert William Begg]] (1974&ndash;80) became the fifth U of S president, who received the [[Order of Canada]] during his term in office <blockquote>for his distinguished career in education and for his contributions to cancer research.<ref>{{Citation | last =Governor General of Canada | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title = Honours - Order of Canada | date =March 30 | year =2006 | url =http://www.gg.ca/honours/search-recherche/honours-desc.asp?lang=e&TypeID=orc&id=1821 | accessdate = 2007-09-06 }}</ref> </blockquote> The next president was [[Leo Friman Kristjanson]] (1980&ndash;89) who served a foreshortened term due to the onset of Parkinson's disease. However, even during this tenure from which he left early, the University saw the addition of the Innovation Place research park, Geology Building, Kinsmen Children's Centre, The Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, a new Saskatoon Cancer Clinic, expansion of health science facilities, the Rt. Hon. John G. Diefenbaker Centre, and the groundwork was laid for the new agriculture building.<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Presidents - Leo F. Kristjanson: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =June 9 | year =2005 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president6-pressrelease.php | accessdate = 2007-09-06 }}</ref> The 6th University President was [[J.W. George Ivany]] (1989&ndash;99). <blockquote> The J.W. George Ivany Internationalization Award, to be presented annually, was established in 1998 to acknowledge Dr. Ivany's "commitment to internationalization and his leadership in fulfillment of that commitment".<ref>{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Presidents - J.W. George Ivany:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =May 23 | year =2005 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/president7.php | accessdate = 2007-09-06 }}</ref> </blockquote> The current president ushering forward the University of Saskatchewan's centennial year is [[R. Peter MacKinnon]] (1999&ndash; ). === University Chancellors === The University of Saskatchewan Chancellor would have the duties to preside over Convocation ceremonies whereupon they would confer degrees, they chair the Senate and become members of the Board of Governors.<ref name="senate">{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Design by DMT | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =University of Saskatchewan - Office of the University Secretary | date = | year = | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/7 April 20/12.php | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> The first University of Saskatchewan Chancellor was Justice [[Edward Ludlow Wetmore]] [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]] (1909&ndash;1917). The University of Saskatchewan Board of Governors honoured him with an honorary [[Doctor of Civil Law|D.C.L.]], in recognition of the contributions Edward Wetmore gave to <blockquote>both {the province and country) [which] enjoy in rich measure the results of his great common sense, his judiciousness and his high sense of public duty in shaping those fundamental traditions which give character and direction to the activities of two of the most influential institutions of the State, the judiciary and the University.<ref>{{Citation | last =Hanson | first =Stanley D. | author-link = | last2 =board of governors [[3 April]] [[1922]] meeting minutes. | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.biographi.ca/EN/ShowBio.asp?BioId=42116&query= | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref></blockquote> Honourable Sir [[Frederick W. A. G. Haultain]] [[King's Bench|K.B.]], the second chancellor served the University 1917&ndash;1940. Sir Frederick W. A. G. Haultain, Chief Justice of Saskatchewan, was instrumental in the establishment of the provinces of Saskatchewan and Alberta from the [[Territorial evolution of Canada|North West Territories]], also Commissioner of Education, he also spent time and energy developing the early school system on the rugged frontier. Next, in line was Justice [[P. E. MacKenzie]] [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]] and [[Bachelor of Laws|LL.B]]. between 1940&ndash;1946. In the years 1946–1947 [[Donald Maclean (judge)|Donald Maclean]] [[Bachelor of Science|BSc]], [[Bachelor of Laws|LL.B]] and was a valued contributor to the University of Saskatchewan, and was awarded an honorary bachelor of Law as well as appointed fourth Chancellor. [[F. H. Auld]] [[Doctor of Laws|LL.D.]], [[Order of the British Empire|OBE]] became the University's fifth chancellor holding several three year terms between 1947&ndash;1965. Francis Hedley received great recognition as Deputy Minister of Agriculture in Saskatchewan for his improvements.<ref>{{Citation | last =Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Saskatchewan Agriculture Hall of Fame | date = | year =2006 | url =http://www.sahf.ca/profile.php?id=6 | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> [[E.M. Culliton]] [[Order of Canada|CC]], [[Saskatchewan Order of Merit|S.O.M.]], [[Queen's Counsel|Q.C.]], [[Doctor of Civil Law|D.C.L.]], served the University as chancellor between 1965&ndash;1969 served Saskatchewan in many fields and was regarded as the <blockquote>cornerstone of a sound Saskatchewan judiciary.<ref>{{Citation | title = Honorary degree recipients:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date = | year = | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/hondegrees.php?id=136&view=detail&keyword=&campuses= | accessdate = September 8, 2007 }}</ref></blockquote> [[John Diefenbaker]] [[Order of the Companions of Honour|CH]], [[Queen's Privy Council for Canada|PC]], [[Queen's Counsel|QC]], [[Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada|FRSC]], [[Royal Society of Arts|FRSA]] became 7th University of Chancellor between 1969&ndash;1979. He served country as [[Prime Minister]] and province as [[Member of Parliament]] well, and strived toward the <blockquote>ultimate balance for free enterprise, profit-making and economic growth on the one hand, and social justice and respect for the interests of the common man on the other."<ref> {{Citation | last =Senator [[Hugh Segal]], [[Order of Canada|C.M.]], [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]] | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =In defence of civility reflections of a recovering politician. | place= | publisher = Stoddart | year =2000 | location =Toronto | volume =xii | edition = | url = | doi = | id = | isbn = }}}</ref></blockquote> [[Emmett M. Hall]] [[Order of Canada|CC]], [[Queen's Counsel|QC]], [[Bachelor of Laws|LL.B]], [[Doctor of Laws|LL.D]] served as next chancellor for two terms between 1979&ndash;1986. Emmett M. Hall was chairman of several committees that helped to shape Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan's public health insurance was the precursor for Canada's national medicare system, as well as reforms to the current issues involving education, court structure and grain handling.<ref>{{Citation | title =Honorary degree recipients:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date = | year = | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/hondegrees.php?id=153&view=detail&keyword=&campuses= | accessdate = September 10, 2007 }}</ref> [[Sylvia O. Fedoruk]] [[Order of Canada|OC]], [[Saskatchewan Order of Merit|SOM]] followed as ninth University Chancellor from 1986&ndash;1989. Sylvia Fedoruk is renowned as a famous physics scientist who was implemental in developing the world’s first [[Cobalt]] 60 unit and first [[nuclear medicine]] scanning machines. Sylvia also was a renowned curler, and Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan and contributed to Saskatchewan's growth in many areas.<ref>{{Citation | title =science.ca Profile: Sylvia Fedoruk | date = | year = | url =http://www.science.ca/scientists/scientistprofile.php?pID=151 | accessdate = September 10, 2007 }}</ref> Between 1989&ndash;1995, [[E. K. Turner]], [[Order of Canada|C.M.]], [[Doctor of Laws|LL.D.]], S.O.M. served as the University of Saskatchewan's ambassador becoming the university's 10th chancellor. Saskatchewan agriculture benefited from the life work of E. K. Turner both internationally and nationally.<ref name="something">{{Citation | last =Governor General of Canada | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title = Order of Canada | date =March 30 | year =2006 | url =http://www.gg.ca/honours/search-recherche/honours-desc.asp?lang=e&TypeID=orc&id=2859 | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> [[Peggy McKercher]] [[Order of Canada|C.M.]], [[Saskatchewan Order of Merit|SOM]], [[Bachelor of Arts|B.A.]], [[Doctor of Laws|LL.D.]] elected by acclamation served as University Chancellor between 1995&ndash;2001. Peggy McKercher has been always involved in civic growth and development. She has been honoured and gain tremendous recognition for her involvement in the fields of heritage, culture, and municipal development.<ref name="honour">{{Citation | last =University of Saskatchewan Archives | first = | author-link = | last2 = | first2 = | author2-link = | title =Honorary degree recipients:: University of Saskatchewan Archives | date =April 20 | year =2007 | url =http://www.usask.ca/archives/history/hondegrees.php?id=468&view=detail&keyword=&campuses= | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> [[W. Thomas Molloy]] [[Order of Canada|OC]], [[Queen's Counsel|QC]] served between 2001&ndash;2007. He received the order of Canada for <blockquote>his integrity, commitment to a just settlement and personable rapport.<ref name="OC">{{Citation | last =Governor General of Canada | title =Order of Canada | url =http://www.gg.ca/honours/search-recherche/honours-desc.asp?lang=e&TypeID=orc&id=3599 | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> </blockquote> As of [[July 1]], [[2007]], Dr. [[Vera Pezer]] [[Bachelor of Arts|BA]], [[Master of Arts (postgraduate)|MA]] PhD. was elected thirteenth Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan. Vera Pezer has served the University for a number of years as student counsellor, faculty member and dean. Vera has achieved success as champion curler, author, and member of several civic steering committees.<ref name="esVP">{{Citation | last = CANADIAN PLAINS RESEARCH CENTER, UNIVERSITY OF REGINA | first = | author-link = | last2 =Ivanochko | first2 =Bob | author2-link = | title =The Encyclopedia of Saskatchewan | Details Pezer, Vera (1939–) | date = | year = 2006 | url =http://esask.uregina.ca/entry/pezer_vera_1939-.html | accessdate = September 9, 2007 }}</ref> ==Partner universities== * [[University of Greifswald]], [[Greifswald]], [[Germany]] * [[Darmstadt University of Technology]], [[Darmstadt]], [[Germany]] * [[Vellore Institute of Technology]],[[India]] ==Notable companies started by alumni and spin-offs == * [[SED Systems]] * [[IL Therapeutics]] * [[Quack.com]] by [[Steven Woods]] [[Bachelor of Science|B.Sc.]] '87 and Verna Friesen [[Bachelor of Science|B.Sc.]] '87 (acquired by [[America Online]]) * See also [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Graduate Studies and Research|On Campus Adjunct Research Facilities]] ==Museums and galleries== [[Image:Sac huskies logo.gif|thumb|right|University of Saskatchewan Huskies]] [[University of Saskatchewan Agriculture & Bioresources College|Agricultural Displays and Kloppenburg Collection]] are hosted in the [[University of Saskatchewan Agriculture & Bioresources College|Agriculture & Bioresources College]]. The agricultural wall displays are located in the walkway connecting the Agriculture Building and the Biology Building. The Kloppenburg Collection is featured on the sixth floor of the College of Agriculture and Bioresources building which opened in 1991. Twenty seven works by famous Saskatchewan artists are featured in this donation to the University of Saskatchewan.<ref>{{Citation | title =College of Agriculture and Bioresources &ndash; Alumni named Facilities | url =http://www.ag.usask.ca/alumni_friends/named_facilities.html | accessdate =2007-07-21 }}</ref> [[University of Saskatchewan Agriculture & Bioresources College|Beamish Conservatory and Leo Kristjanson Atrium]] is also located within the [[University of Saskatchewan Agriculture & Bioresources College|Agriculture & Bioresources College]]. The Leo Kristjanson atrium is located in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources building and hosts the conservatory. The Beamish Conservatory is named in honour of the donor May Beamish who is the daughter of artist [[Augustus Kenderdine]]. The University of Saskatchewan's 75th Anniversary in 1984 was the starting catalyst for the Athletic Wall of Fame at which time 75 honours were bestowed. The Hall of fame celebrates achievements by athletes, teams securing a Regional and/or National Championship as well as ''builder'' who can be either an administrator, coach, manager, trainer or other major contributor toward the Huskie Athletic community for a time period of at least 10 years and have provided outstanding notable support. As of 2001, an annual event, the Huskie Salute inaugurates a new candidate into the Athletic Wall of Fame.<ref>{{Citation | title =U of S Huskies | url =http://huskies.usask.ca/archive.php?h=2259&y=2005&l=1 | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> The [[College Building (Saskatchewan)|College Building]] was officially declared a Canadian [[national historic site|National Historic Site]] by the Honourable Sheila Copps, Minister of Canadian Heritage on [[February 27]], [[2001]].<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S | title =U of S News Releases: U of S College Building Declared a National Historic Site | url =http://announcements.usask.ca/news/archive/2001/02/u_of_s_college_2.html | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> The College building was the first building under construction on the University, and upon completion was used for agriculture degree classes. [[Image:CollegeBuildingSummerUofS.jpg|thumb|right|[[College Building (Saskatchewan)|College Building]], University of Saskatchewan]] The Diefenbaker Canada Centre houses Diefenbaker paper collection and legacy, changing exhibit, Centre for the Study of Co-operatives and the Native Law Centre. The grave site of Canadian Prime Minister John Diefenbaker is located near this museum.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Diefenbaker Canada Centre | title =Diefenbaker Canada Centre | url =http://artsandscience.usask.ca/diefenbaker/ | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> The Gordon Snelgrove Gallery features displays of Master of Fine Arts Graduating Exhibitions, as well as Bachelor of Fine Arts Shows and is located within the Murray Building on Campus.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Gordon Snelgrove Gallery Home Page / University of Saskatchewan | title =Gordon Snelgrove Gallery Home Page / University of Saskatchewan | url =http://www.usask.ca/snelgrove/# | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> Kenderdine Art Gallery celebrated its official opening [[October 25]], [[1991]]. Augustus Frederick Lafosse (Gus) Kenderdine began the University Art Camp at Emma Lake in 1936, the precursor to the [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#Emma Lake Kenderdine Campus|Emma Lake Kenderdine Campus]], a bequest was donated to the University of Saskatchewan by his daughter, Mrs. May Beamish, and initialized the formation of the Kenderdine Art Gallery which has a permanent collection started by Dr. Murray, as well as ongoing exhibits.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Kenderdine Art Gallery | title =Kenderdine Art Gallery | url =http://www.usask.ca/kenderdine/home.html | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> MacAulay Pharmaceutical Collection is located in the Thorvaldson Building, Room 118A. The collection showcases turn of the century pharmaceutical paraphernalia as well as early remedies such as cherry bark Syrup and smartweed for example.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Kenderdine Art Gallery | title =University of Saskatchewan: Pharmacy & Nutrition | url =http://www.usask.ca/pharmacy-nutrition/about/tour.shtml | accessdate =2007-07-21}}</ref> [[Memorial Gates (University of Saskatchewan)|Memorial Gates]] were constructed in honour of those U of S students who made the ultimate sacrifice. Inscribed on the gates themselves is an inscription, “These are they who went forth from this University to the Great War and gave their lives that we might live in freedom.”<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | title =Memorial Gates | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_memorialgates.htm | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> [[Image:UofSMemorialGates-5.jpg|thumb|right|[[Memorial Gates (University of Saskatchewan)|Memorial Gates]] [[University of Saskatchewan]]]] The Museum of Antiquities started its collection in 1974, and opened in 1981 at its new location. The museum celebrates notable artistic, sculptural and art achievements of various civilisations and eras.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Museum of Antiquities | title =About the Museum of Antiquities | url =http://www.usask.ca/antiquities/About_Museum.html | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> W. P. Thompson Biology Building hosts a two story high atrium which houses both geological and biological displays as well as a full-size skeleton of a [[Tyrannosaurus|Tyrannosaurus Rex]].<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | title =Geology Building | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_geology.htm | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> The University of Saskatchewan Observatory offers public viewing hours, school tours, as well as an ''adopt-a-star'' program. An adopted star can commemorate a special or significant achievement, or person and the award is given via certificate, honourable registry mention and maps of star location and facts sheet.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | title =U of S Observatory | url =http://physics.usask.ca/observatory/ | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> [[Image:RugbyChapel.jpg|thumb|right|Rugby Chapel]] [[Rugby Chapel]], moved from Prince Albert, built in 1912, has been declared a City of [[Saskatoon]] Municipal Heritage Property.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | title =Saskatoon Heritage Society &ndash; Designated Buildings &ndash; Rugby Chapel | url =http://www.saskatoonheritage.ca/designated/rubgy_chapel.html | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> Rugby Chapel, the precursor to [[University of Saskatchewan Academics#College of Emmanuel and St. Chad|College of Emmanuel and St. Chad]] was first constructed in 1883 and designated the ''The University of Saskatchewan'' {Saskatchewan Provisional District of the North West Territories), in [[Prince Albert, Saskatchewan|Prince Albert]].<ref>{{cite web | last =Saskatoon Heritage Society | title =Emmanuel College / Rugby Chapel | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_emmanuel.htm | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> St. Thomas More College Art Gallery was first opened in 1964 and hosts artwork of local and regional artists.<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S St. Thomas More College Art Gallery | title =St. Thomas More College Art Gallery | url =http://www.stmcollege.ca/artgallery/about.asp | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> Victoria School House (Little Stone School House) built 1888 as the first school house of the Temperance Colony. The one room school house was originally constructed in [[Nutana, Saskatoon|Nutana]]. The location is now known as five corners at the south or top of the [[Broadway Bridge (Saskatoon)|Broadway Bridge]]. The school yard at one time comprised 3 school houses, as the population grew. The little stone school house was preserved and moved on campus. It was declared a historic site [[June 1]], [[1967]].<ref>{{cite web | last =U of S Archives &ndash; Building the University of Saskatchewan &ndash; Building Chronology | title =Campus buildings | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_victoria.htm | accessdate =2007-07-12}}</ref> [[Image:VictoriaSchool.UofS.jpg|thumb|right|Victoria One Room Schoolhouse [[University of Saskatchewan]]]] == Campus life == ''[[The Sheaf]]'', a student publication, was first published in 1912, monthly or less frequently. By 1920, it was published weekly with the aim of becoming a more unifying influence on student life. It continued to publish continually through to the present time (2006).<ref>{{Citation | title =The Sheaf | The University of Saskatchewan student newspaper since 1912 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://www.thesheaf.com/about.html | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> In 1965, a student-run campus radio station, [[CJUS-FM]] began broadcasting on a non-commercial basis. In 1983, the station became a limited commercial station. By 1985, however, funding was no longer provided, and the campus radio presence died. In early 2005, CJUS was revived in an internet radio form and continues to broadcast today.<ref>{{Citation | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1965 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1965.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> The university also maintains a relationship with the independent [[community radio]] station [[CFCR-FM]], which actively solicits volunteers on campus. ''Place Riel Theatre'', a campus theatre, was opened in 1975, as was ''Louis'', a campus pub. ''Place Riel'', the existing campus student centre, opened in 1980, and now holds retail outlets, arcade, lounge space, student group meeting areas, and a [[food court]]. These facilities were named after [[Louis Riel]]. In the late Nineties, Place Riel Theatre stopped public showings and it is now used for campus movie features and lectures.<ref>{{Citation | title =Deo et Patriae: Events in the History of the University of Saskatchewan: 1965 | date = | year =2007 | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_events/articles/1965.php | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> The University of Saskatchewan has adopted as its logo, the book of knowledge and three wheat sheaves set inside of a green heraldic shield. The wheat sheaves and book of knowledge are yellow. Upon the pages of the book of knowledge is the Latin phrase ''Deo et Patrie'' which when translated means ''For God and Country''.<ref>{{cite web | author = Don Kerr | title = U of S Visual Identity - The U of S Logo | year = 1998 | url = http://www.usask.ca/logo/preferredlogo.php | accessdate = 2007-09-04 }}</ref> The official motto of the University is ''Deo et Patriae'' (Latin) which translates to ''God and Country''. Campus sports teams in [[Canadian Interuniversity Sport]] use the name [[Saskatchewan Huskies]]. The [[Saskatchewan Huskies|U of S Huskies]] presently compete in eight men's sports: [[Canadian football]], [[basketball]], [[Cross country running|cross country]], [[hockey]], [[soccer]], [[track and field]], [[volleyball]] and [[amateur wrestling|wrestling]] and seven women's sports: [[basketball]], [[Cross country running|cross country]], [[hockey]], [[soccer]], [[track and field]], [[volleyball]] and [[amateur wrestling|wrestling]]. The men's [[Saskatchewan Huskies|Huskyfootball]] team has won the [[Vanier Cup]] as National Champions on three occasions; in 1990, 1996, and 1998.<ref>{{Citation | title =U of S Huskies | date = | year =2007 | url =http://huskies.usask.ca/archive.php?h=755&y=&l=1 | accessdate = 2007-09-09 }}</ref> ==Song== Notable among a number of songs commonly played and sung at various events such as [[commencement]] and [[convocation]], and athletic games are: ''Fight'', the University of Saskatchewan Fight Song which was composed by Russell Hopkins: "Fight, fight, fight for the dear old Green and White, Saskatchewan, our University. And it’s shout, shout, shout and let your voice ring out, For Saskatchewan, our University. We’ll rise to a man, be it win or lose or draw, And cheer old Alma Mater with a rah-rah-rah! For Deo Patrie our mother strong and free- Saskatchewan our University - Rah!"<ref>http://64.233.169.104/search?q=cache:2ETsFcAhCcUJ:www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/8 January 25/pdf/jan_25.pdf+canadian+university+fight+song&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=8&gl=ca&ie=UTF-8</ref> ==Residence life== [[Image:Saskatchewan Hall.jpg|thumb|right|Saskatchewan Hall residence building]] [[Image:Residence-Towers.jpg|thumb|right|McEwon Park residence towers]] *Voyageur Place ''Room and board'' residences on the University of Saskatchewan campus and comprises four separate halls.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Voyageur Place | url =http://www.usask.ca/residence/voyageur_place.php | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> **''Saskatchewan Hall'' was the first student residence of the University and completed in 1912. Originally called University Hall, it was designed to provide residences for 150 students.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Saskatchewan Hall | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_saskhall.htm | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> Saskatchewan Hall was named for the [[Saskatchewan River]].<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =On Campus News | work =UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES The people behind the named buildings | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/May21-99/archives.html | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> **''Qu'Appelle Hall'' was originally known as Student’s Residence No. 2 and officially opened in 1916. The design housed 120 students, and in 1963 an addition for 60 additional student residences was completed. The Qu'Appelle Hall Addition is the fourth residence of Voyageur Place and houses male students.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Building Chronology | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_quappelle.htm | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> Qu'Appelle Hall was named for the [[Qu'Appelle River]].<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =On Campus News | work =UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES The people behind the named buildings | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/May21-99/archives.html | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> **''Athabasca Hall'' provides 270 residences and was completed in 1964. It is now a co-ed hall.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Building Chronology | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/ | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> Athabasca Hall was named for the [[Athabasca River]].<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =On Campus News | work =UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES The people behind the named buildings | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/May21-99/archives.html | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> *''McEown Park'' &ndash; ''Residence complex'' south of the University campus. Opening ceremonies were [[October 2]], [[1970]] for the four high rise complex.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Building Chronology | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/ | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> McEown Park was named in honour of a University administrator, A.C. McEown.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =McEown Park Residence Complex | work =Campus Buildings | url =http://scaa.usask.ca/gallery/uofs_buildings/home_mceown.htm | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =On Campus News | work =UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES The people behind the named buildings | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/May21-99/archives.html | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> **''Souris Hall'' is an apartment complex for married students with families. Souris Hall named after the [[Souris River]] is a nine-storey town house, comprising 67 two bedroom apartments.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Housing &ndash; Student Accommodations at the University of Saskatchewan | work =Souris Hall | url =http://www.usask.ca/residence/souris.php | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> **''Assiniboine Hall'' is an eleven-storey apartment house which has 23 two-bedroom and 84 one-bedroom apartments available for married or single students without families.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Housing &ndash; Student Accommodations at the University of Saskatchewan | work =Assiniboine & Wollaston Halls | url =http://www.usask.ca/residence/assiniboine_wollaston.php | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> Assiniboine Hall was named for the [[Assiniboine River]].<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =On Campus News | work =UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES The people behind the named buildings | url =http://www.usask.ca/communications/ocn/May21-99/archives.html | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> **'' Wollaston Hall'' was added to McEown Park complex in 1976 providing 21 two-bedroom and 83 one-bedroom apartments.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Housing &ndash; Student Accommodations at the University of Saskatchewan | work =Assiniboine & Wollaston Halls | url =http://www.usask.ca/residence/assiniboine_wollaston.php | accessdate = 2007-07-02}}</ref> **'' Seager Wheeler Hall'' provides housing for single students living in small groups in a fourteen-storey residential house. Seager Wheeler Hall was named in honour of [[Seager Wheeler]] a notable Saskatchewan pioneer for breeding wheat. This residence was on the original three complexes built at McEown Park.<ref>{{cite web | last =University of Saskatchewan | title =Housing &ndash; Student Accommodations at the University of Saskatchewan | work =Seager Wheeler Hall | url =http://www.usask.ca/residence/seager.php | accessdate =2007-07-02}}</ref> ==Aboriginal== The University of Saskatchewan provides services to Aboriginal people in more remote communities. The University of Saskatchewan Summer University Transition Course brings first-year Aboriginal students to campus before the start of the school year for some campus orientation. Academic councillors, tutors and Aboriginal Elders are present on campus at the University of Saskatchewan to provide academic and social supports. To assist with the transition to a fulfilling career, the University of Saskatchewan is participating in an Aboriginal Lynx Career and Employment Project led by University of Calgary.<ref> http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/cms-filesystem-action?file=pdfs/conferences/2007/aboriginal-rt-spring-report.pdf.</ref> ==See also== [[Image:UofSCampusMap.jpg|thumb|right|Map of the Campus area &ndash; University of Saskatchewan]] *[[Griffiths Stadium]] *[[Higher education in Saskatchewan]] *[[List of agricultural universities and colleges]] *[[List of colleges and universities in Saskatchewan]] *[[Memorial Gates (University of Saskatchewan)]] *[[Saskatchewan Huskies|University of Saskatchewan Huskies]] *[[University of Saskatchewan Academics]] *[[University of Saskatchewan Students' Union]] ===Histories of the University=== * Michael Hayden 'Seeking a Balance: The University of Saskatchewan, 1907-1982' (Vancouver: University of British Columbia Press, 1982) * Shirley Spafford 'No Ordinary Academics: Economics and Political Science at the University of Saskatchewan,1910-1960' (Toronto: University of Toronto Press, [[July 1]], [[2000]]) ==References== {{reflist|2}} ==External links== *[http://www.usask.ca Official Site] *[http://www.usask.ca/archives/ University of Saskatchewan Archives] *[http://library.usask.ca/ University of Saskatchewan Library] *[http://www.usask.ca/alumni/alumnisite/association/ University of Saskatchewan Alumni Association] *[http://www.thesheaf.com The Sheaf &ndash; University Student Newspaper] *[http://www.aucc.ca/can_uni/our_universities/Saskatchewan_e.html University of Saskatchewan] {{Commons}} {{University of Saskatchewan}} {{Sask Uni}} [[Category:University of Saskatchewan]] [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1907]] [[eo:Universitato de Saskaĉevano]] [[fa:دانشگاه ساسکاچوان]] [[fr:Université de la Saskatchewan]] [[ja:サスカチュワン大学]] [[tr:Saskatchewan Üniversitesi]] [[zh:萨斯喀彻温大学]]