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A call for guidelines on using ChatGPT in peer review responsibly: Opinion
In a recent Nature article, James Zou (Stanford University) calls for guidelines on using ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs) in peer review. The author notes that since ChatGPT’s 2022 ...
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Sprott Shaw unveils updated Veterinary Assistant Program
Sprott Shaw College recently launched an updated Veterinary Assistant Program that follows a more comprehensive, hands-on, and modern curriculum. This program now includes Fear Free certification, ...
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Brock proposes program discontinuation; Concordia closes research centre
Brock University and Concordia University both recently announced shifts in their programming. Brock’s Department of Communications, Popular Culture and Film has submitted a Request for Program ...
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U of T Victoria revokes Attendance Awareness Program in response to union, employee feedback
The University of Toronto’s Victoria University has reportedly revoked its Attendance Awareness Program after discussions with USW Local 1998, which represents staff such as food servers and ...
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Canadian universities making progress in EDI, but work must continue: Report
In a recent article for University Affairs, Moira MacDonald discusses the findings of a Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) report that investigated the state of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) ...
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Colleges navigate financial challenges due to international student program changes
Several news articles detail how colleges—especially those in Ontario—are being impacted by the federal government’s changes to the international student program. Several institutions and ...
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UWaterloo celebrates Mathematics 4 building groundbreaking
The University of Waterloo held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on the new Mathematics 4 building. The building will serve as the heart of the mathematics district on ...
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BCIT, Brock announce new programs
The British Columbia Institute of Technology and Brock University have each announced new programs. BCIT’s Associate Certificate in Polytechnic Teaching (POLY) program is designed to prepare current ...
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HEC adds two destinations to international exchange program
Thanks to new partnership agreements with international institutions, HEC Montréal will be adding two new destinations to its international exchange program. Students can now travel to New Jersey ...
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UManitoba, YorkU announce sustainability initiatives
The University of Manitoba and York University have each announced a variety of new sustainability initiatives. UManitoba launched the 2024 Green Investment Fund to support student, faculty, and staff ...
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Education service companies partner up to better serve students
Several education-focused companies have recently announced new or expanded partnerships focused on better serving postsecondary institutions and students. GuardMe International Insurance and Points ...