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Dr. Doug Munroe on the Future of ISIS
After a string of losses in 2017, what will happen to ISIS? And how should the world combat the Jihadist group? We check in with counter-terrorism expert Doug Munroe to find out. What do we get right and wrong about ISIS? For many, ISIS has become synonymous with terror, with pilots burned alive, men beheaded…
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Math: the Bigger Picture
Math isn’t just about memorizing equations and numbers — it’s about seeing the bigger picture. Dr. Richard Hoshino, award-winning Quest Math Tutor, speaks on his Quest experience, and how mathematics relates to everyday life through communication and problem-solving skills. Also featured is Quest student and member of the Leaders in Elite Athletics & Performance (LEAP)…
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Dr. Richard Hoshino’s Adrien Pouliot Award
Accepting his award, Richard Hoshino presented four of his favourite math problems, and shared stories of how they lead to authentic mathematical experiences for both high school students and undergraduates. He presented four key problem-solving strategies that enable mahematicians and educators to impact others’ lives. Read the story here.
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Dr. Darcy Otto to Deliver 32nd Annual Woods Memorial Lecture
Dr. Darcy Otto, Arts and Humanities faculty at Quest University Canada, will deliver the 32nd annual Woods Memorial Lecture on Nov 30 at 7 p.m. in the Phillips Lecture Hall located in the Hoyt Science Resources Centre. Dr. Otto’s lecture, “The Promise of Quantum Computing,” is open to anyone interested in learning more about quantum computing. No knowledge of mathematics or quantum physics…
