Reminder: Nominations open for the LFS Grad Student Council

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Hello LFS Grad Students!

We are happy to announce that the nominations for the 2024/2025 LFS Grad Student Council are now open. The description of each role available within the council is available here and interested candidates can submit their nominations here.

The council is responsible for hosting academic and social events for graduate students in the faculty. Each year, the council also plans and hosts the annual Grad Student Conference, which brings together students to share their research with the faculty.

Nominations are due May 1st, 2024. 

Faculty of Land and Food Systems Graduate Student Council

lfsgrads@gmail.com

GradUpdate -ISGP Annual Nexus Conference, Esri Canada GIS scholarship, GAA with ORICE, Public Writing for Academics, Celebrate Learning Week, and more.

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In this issue, ISGP Annual Nexus Conference, Esri Canada GIS scholarship, GAA with ORICE, Public Writing for Academics, Celebrate Learning Week, and more.

Seats available

Academic Book Publishing 101
Online | Wednesday, Apr 24 | 12 – 1 pm Register

Academic CV
Online | Thursday, Apr 25 | 1 – 2 pm Register

Events and Opportunities

A selection of upcoming events are highlighted below.  I’ve also highlighted some online, on-demand recordings to check out if you have end-of-term time.
Visit  community.grad.ubc.ca and grad.ubc.ca/current-students/professional-development for our full events calendar.

ACADEMIC

ISGP 7th Annual Nexus Conference
Join the Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Program for an inspiring exploration of the innovative work of students and alumni as they showcase how their research insights translate into tangible solutions for society’s most pressing challenges.
In-person | Wednesday, Apr 24 | 12 – 4 pm Program; Registration

Esri Canada GIS Scholarship
Apply to win $2000, a 3 year license of ArcGIS, training courses, and more. Learn more and submit by May 7

Call for Submissions – Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines. Learn more and submit by May 31st

CAREER

WL GAA Job – First Year Experiential Education Project
The Office of Regional and International Community Engagement (ORICE) is hiring a Graduate Academic Assistant (GAA) for the First Year Experiential Education (FYEE) Project. Contribute to research on experiential learning in large first-year classes and collaborate with faculty and staff to advance knowledge of experiential education at UBC. Check out the complete job description and apply by April 26!

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) workshop
Online | Learn about eligibility criteria, application process, work eligibility during the transition to a PGWP, and important considerations when staying in Canada after graduation | Register for one session only:
Thursday, May 2 | 2 – 3 pm Register
Wednesday, May 22 | 12 – 1 pm Register

TEACHING

Celebrate Learning Week
In-person and Online | Monday – Friday, May 6 – 10 | various times | Check out the full schedule. Sessions include keynotes and panels with topics including Gen AI in teaching,Gen AI and Student Careers, Re-membering and Renewal for Human Flourishing, and more. Learn more and register.

WRITING AND COMMUNICATION

Owning and Honing Your Voice: A Public Writing Webinar for Academics
Online | Wednesday, May 1 | 11 am – 12:30 pm
Join NCFDD for free through UBC’s subscription, then register.

Reminder: LFS Grad Student Writing retreat

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Hello LFS Grad Students!

 

The Grad Student Council is hosting a writing retreat to help you with your writing goals!

The event will take place on April 29th (Monday) from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm at MCML 160.

Additionally, on the same day and place, professional headshots will be taken by Duncan from 2 – 2:30 pm.

RSVP here by April 24th @ 5 pm.

We will provide coffee and snacks ☕????

We hope to see you all there!!–

Faculty of Land and Food Systems Graduate Student Council

lfsgrads@gmail.com

Thesis Defense – MSc – ISLFS – Sara Savino

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UBC – LFS Announces The Oral Examination for the Degree of

Master of Science
(ISLFS)

Sara Savino

“The Elephant in the Coal Mine: Infrastructure-led Forest Clearing and Fatal HEC”

Thursday, April 25, 2024 – 1:30 PM

 Exam Location: McMillan 170A

EXAMINING COMMITTEE

Chair: Dr. M. Margulis

Supervisory Committee:
Dr. S. Gulati – Supervisor
Dr. F. Noack – Committee member
Dr. N. Sekar – Committee member

Defense Committee Composition
Dr. S. Gulati – Supervisor
Dr. F. Noack – Committee member
Dr. N. Sekar – Committee member
Dr. M. Kandlikar  – External Examiner

Call for Applications: Tri-Agency CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (MSFSS) – Spring Competition

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CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements – Spring 2024 Competition

The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-caliber Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and foreign institutions.

  • Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a Tri-Agency (CIHR, NSERC, or SSHRC) Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) at the Master’s or doctoral level or a Vanier CGS.
    • Please note that international students who hold a Vanier CGS are not eligible for this award. SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship holders and NSERC PGSD holders are also not eligible (as they do not hold a “CGS”).
  • Value: Up to $6,000 for 2 to 6 months research study abroad
  • Application deadline: 4:00 pm PT on May 17, 2024, to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (Applicants apply directly to G+PS)

For details about this competition, please see: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/canada-graduate-scholarship-michael-smith-foreign-study-supplement