Newsletter Archives - Scholars at Risk

Giving Tuesday – December November 30, 2021

norahvollmer — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:20:43 +0000

On , all across Canada, people will be supporting causes that inspire them and make a difference in the lives of others. We’re hoping you’ll consider supporting . Our Scholars at Risk program protects scholars suffering grave threats to their lives and liberty by arranging temporary research and teaching positions and providing advisory services.

On November 30, gifts made through will be matched dollar-for-dollar on a first come, first-served basis. You can also win additional funding towards this initiative by participating in our . We hope you will join us, as we come together as a community to do good through giving, collaborating and celebrating generosity.

We hope you’ll take advantage of this opportunity to support scholars at risk and protect the freedom to think, question, and share ideas.

Another successful Giving Tuesday for �Ӱ�ԭ�� Scholars at Risk

norahvollmer — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:01:53 +0000

Thanks to the generous contributions of our donors and the incredible support of �Ӱ�ԭ�� University through its matching funds initiative, we are thrilled to announce that we raised $19,905 on Giving Tuesday! These funds will provide much-needed support for the at-risk scholars we are hosting here at �Ӱ�ԭ��. Thank you to all of our donors for helping scholars at risk and protect the freedom to think, question, and share ideas!

From IIE/Scholars Rescue Fund – 2020 Year in Review

norahvollmer — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:01:19 +0000

A Beacon of Hope: IIE’s First 100 Years of Scholar Rescue

A Beacon of Hope: IIE’s First 100 Years of Scholar Rescue��commemorates IIE’s century-long history of supporting threatened and displaced scholars; celebrates the dedication, resilience, and work of the scholars we have supported; and honors our many partners who have made our work possible. We encourage you to explore the publication and share it with your colleagues and networks.

From Scholars at Risk – 20th Anniversary Report

norahvollmer — Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:00:16 +0000

20th Anniversary Report

Posted December 7, 2020

�ճ��marks��SAR’s first 20 years of protecting threatened scholars and promoting everyone’s freedom to think, question, and share ideas. The report highlights the stories of SAR-assisted scholars and provides an overview of the work the SAR Network has accomplished in each of SAR’s three program areas: protection, advocacy, and research and learning. It also highlights the continued growth of our international network which shares in our collective mission to protect scholars and promote academic freedom.��A financial summary indicating increased demand for SAR’s work and services is also included.

CU Scholars at Risk Annual Report 2019-2020

norahvollmer — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 18:22:43 +0000

We are pleased to share our new Annual Report, including updates on �Ӱ�ԭ��’s Scholars at Risk Committee, the Scholars at Risk Canada Chapter, our at-risk Scholars, September’s Student Advocacy Summit, and more.

Giving Tuesday – December 1, 2020

norahvollmer — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:53:43 +0000

All across Canada, people will be supporting causes that inspire them and make a difference in the lives of others. We’re hoping you’ll consider supporting Scholars at Risk at �Ӱ�ԭ�� University. Scholars at Risk protects scholars suffering grave threats to their lives and liberty by arranging temporary research and teaching positions and providing advisory services. I’ve attached here our 2019-20 annual report so you can learn more about the work your donation would support.

On December 1, gifts made through will be matched dollar-for-dollar on a first come, first-served basis. You can also win additional funding towards this initiative by participating in our . We hope you will join us on December 1, as we come together as a community to do good through giving, collaborating and celebrating generosity.

We hope you’ll take advantage of this incredible opportunity to support scholars at risk and protect the freedom to think, question, and share ideas.

SAR Canada 2020 Spring Newsletter / Bulletin de Printemps

norahvollmer — Thu, 28 May 2020 11:39:18 +0000

The SAR-Canada Steering Committee has been so encouraged to see the important work being done by each of the universities within the network over the past few months. ��We have also been excited to welcome new universities as members of the network. ��There have been real advancements made, and a number of new scholars welcomed across the country. ��And during these months in self-isolation, it is important to focus on some of that good work, and to lend solidarity to each of our partners. If there is anything we can do to help, please do let us know.

To read the newsletter, please visit the .

SAR Free Online Course on Academic Freedom Reaches over 3,300 Participants from 128 Countries

norahvollmer — Thu, 28 May 2020 11:35:55 +0000

The fifth run of Dangerous Questions: Why Academic Freedom Matters has reached over 3,300 participants from over 128 countries. The free online course, developed by Scholars at Risk, the University of Oslo, and partners on the Academic Refuge Project, offers opportunities for learning at all levels during a time in our shared history where modes of traditional learning have been disrupted. Geared toward faculty, administrators, students, and the public, the course explores the current and historical meaning of academic freedom, why it matters to those inside and outside the academy, and proactive practices that can aid in its defense. The self-paced course is divided into three one-week modules and will be available through mid-June. SAR staff are here to discuss how you can integrate the MOOC into your existing online course.

To join the course, please click .

IIE Fellowships for Threatened Scholars

norahvollmer — Thu, 28 May 2020 11:32:24 +0000

There are more threatened and displaced scholars today than ever before. The Institute of International Education’s Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) can help.

IIE-SRF announces a June 29th deadline for its next round of applications from professors and researchers��facing threats to their lives or careers. Fellowships support temporary academic positions at universities and other higher education institutions��anywhere in the world where the scholars can continue their academic work in safety.

IIE-SRF formalizes IIE’s unwavering commitment to protect��the lives, voices, and ideas of scholars around the globe. Since the program’s founding in 2002, it has awarded fellowships to over 850 scholars from 60 countries, arranging visiting academic positions at more than 415 partner institutions in 46 countries.

As COVID-19 continues to impact communities and higher education worldwide, IIE-SRF is working closely with and providing support to our fellows and partners. We remain dedicated to offering life-saving support and academic opportunities to threatened and displaced scholars.

For more information, please visit:

�Ӱ�ԭ�� Applying for Academic Jobs

norahvollmer — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 14:00:50 +0000

Post-secondary education in Canada is organized provincially and, in Ontario, it is under the authority of the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities. Universities offer three- and four-year undergraduate degrees (Bachelors), post-graduate (Masters, PhD) and professional programs (diplomas) while Colleges offer certificate programs that are one year or less, two to three-year diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. Both universities and colleges have Faculties (for example, Arts and Social Sciences, Engineering and Design, Science, Business) that are further divided into specific Departments (which may be called Schools, Institutes, or Centres). Read more…