We’re excited to announce the launch of the Emergency Preparedness Orientation course, which is aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of our students, faculty and staff. Through the course, we hope to equip all members of our community with essential knowledge and tools to effectively respond to emergencies and protect themselves and others.

 Prioritizing Safety and Preparedness

Safety and security are paramount concerns for any educational institution, and MacEwan University remains committed to providing a safe environment for everyone. The Emergency Preparedness Orientation course, which is now accessible in mêskanâs, provides important information that will help us all do our part in keeping ourselves and our community safe.

 Course Access and Delivery

You can self-enrol in the course using these instructions. The course, which will take around 35 minutes to complete, is followed by a 10-question quiz.

 Course Contents and Learning Objectives

The course covers a wide range of topics, including:

 • How to stay informed during emergencies.

• Effective responses to various emergency situations.

• Personal safety considerations and measures.

• Accessing additional emergency preparedness resources.

 Your participation is important

By participating in this initiative, you’re contributing to our collective commitment to creating a safer and more secure campus environment. Being prepared helps us to manage unforeseen challenges with confidence and unity.

 Additional resources

Visit MacEwan.ca/EmergencyPreparedness for emergency preparedness resources and tools.

 Let’s work together to strengthen our emergency preparedness and foster a culture of safety within our entire MacEwan University community.

 

Maureen Lomas

Vice-President, Finance and Administration & CFO

Originally distributed via GlobalMail on August 30, 2023