The UBC English Language Institute (UBC-ELI) boasts state-of-the-art facilities, highly qualified instructors, a team of committed administrative staff and a team of enthusiastic Cultural Assistants. The UBC-ELI offers short -term and long-term ESL programs to international and national students on a year-round basis. Cultural Assistants (CAs) act as role models and as ambassadors of UBC and Vancouver to UBC-ELI students. CAs encourage participation in social activities by actively engaging and connecting with students. CAs facilitate communication and interaction among group members, assist students in and out of class, and troubleshoot as necessary. In addition, CAs are responsible for event planning/marketing with guidance from super visors and for ensuring that students have a safe and fun time during their stay.
Pay Rate: $12.95 per hour
Hours per week: 15-30 hours per week (Flexible)
Interested applicants can view the detail job posting at UBC Careers Online. Just search for job ID “789727”.
https://www.careersonline.ubc.ca/student/
Application Deadline: Sunday, April 1st at 10pm
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Hi folks,
The deadline for tickets has been extended to Tuesday, March 27, so if you haven’t already purchased your $20 ticket, you have two extra days to get it! No tickets will be sold at the door, so come over to International House‘s front desk during lunch or in between classes and secure your place at IPP’s last-ever Formal. Join us on Friday March 30 6PM at the University Golf Club, or you’ll wish you were there!
Here’s more info on the event: https://blogs.ubc.ca/internationalpeerprogram/2012/03/07/ipp-year-end-formal/
You are cordially invited to join us at the Liu Institute for Global Issues for Reframing Waterscapes
One exhibition and three events about globalization and migration along the Yangtze River in China. All events are free and open to the public!
Exhibit, Reframing Waterscapes: March 15th-May 18th, 2012
Lobby Gallery, Liu Institute for Global Issues
Opening Night Reception: March 15th, 4-6pm
Introduction to exhibit by Waterscapes research team (Gu Xiong, Chris Lee and Jennifer Chun)
Film screening: “A Moth in Spring” (Yu Gu, 2009, 26 minutes) followed by Q&A
Artist talk with Gu Xiong: March 26th, 12-1pm
3rd floor Boardroom, Liu Institute for Global Issues
Lunch will be provided; please RSVP to globalethnographies@gmail.com by March 23.
Two Documentaries: April 5th, 4-8pm
4-5:30pm: “Last Train Home” (Lixin Fan, 2009, 85 minutes)
5:30-6pm: Dinner. Food will be provided; please RSVP to globalethnographies@gmail.com by April 2.
6-8pm: “Waking the Green Tiger” (Gary Marcuse, 2011, 78 minutes) followed by Q&A with Gary Marcuse
For detailed descriptions, see below:
About the Exhibit
About the Author: Gu Xiong
About the Researchers: Chris Lee and Jennifer Jihye Chun
About the Films
This is one for all Peer Programs leaders!
Peer Programs Awards
If you know of something fantastic that happened during Peer Programs this year, we want to hear about it! Nominate an outstanding group, project or individual! Awards will be presented at the End-of-Year Celebration on March 27th. There are 3 Group Awards – Best Collaborative, Most Influential and Most Innovative – and 4 Individual Awards – Lifetime Achievement, Emerging Leader, Above & Beyond and Most Likely to Become an Advisor.
The deadline to submit nominations is midnight this Wednesday, March 21st, 2012. More information and nomination forms are available at http://peerprograms.ubc.ca/people/peer-programs-awards-2012/
Peer Programs End-of-Year Celebration
Entertainment? Free food? Celebrating a great year with all your friends? Check, check, check. Come to the Peer Programs End-of-Year Celebration on Tuesday, March 27th from 5:00-8:00pm in the Centre for Student Involvement. Please RSVP here: http://www.surveyfeedback.ca/surveys/wsb.dll/s/1g1891
- “Jin’s going to the End-of-Year Celebration. Are you?”
Fantastic news for student leaders in the Faculty of Arts!
Positions are open for the new Summer Arts Peer Advising program.
Arts Peer Advisors are a dynamic group of student leaders who support the enhanced learning experiences of all students in the Faculty of Arts. The program emphasizes a student-driven, peer advising approach through one-on-one interactions at the Front Desk and through strategic management of online communications. During the summer session, Arts Peer Advisors predominantly enhance the student success for incoming first year students into the Faculty of Arts by offering timely and accurate information. This is a unique opportunity to work with students from diverse cultural backgrounds, to gain meaningful work experience, and be actively involved in a variety of campus activities as a student leader.
There are 7 positions available. These are paid positions through the Work Study and Work Learn Programs. Check to see if you meet the criteria for Work Study or Work Learn funding: http://www.students.ubc.ca/careers/students/work-and-volunteer-opportunities/work-study-work-learn/dates-and-eligibility-criteria/
If you have any friends in the Faculty of Arts that would be a good fit for the position, let them know about this fantastic opportunity as well! It is also posted on the Careers Online website.
Time: March 30, 6:00PM
Location: University Golf Course
Ticket Price: $20
Description:
Come out to the final IPP event of year! Wish each other good luck on exams, meet new people from other groups (hey, it’s never too late!), or say goodbye until next year to the new friends you made. It’s okay to get a little emotional! You can expect good food, music, and lots of fun as we look to close out the year on a strong note. It will be one big party! Remember to dress to impress.
**Tickets are ready for sale now until March 23rd at I.House Front Desk. Seats are limited so please make sure to get your ticket ASAP!
Check our Facebook event page for updates
***UPDATE: Ticket deadline extended to Tuesday, March 27th!***
That’s right! GISAU will be hosting an Indonesian cultural day on March 31st at St. Patrick. Join us to enjoy the taste of Indonesian food, see exciting performances and learn more about Indonesia’s diverse culture! It’ll be day full of food, entertainment and prizes!
There will be nasi kuning, gudeg, siomay bandung, sate, pempek, lemper, risoles and so much more!
For more information, check out the facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/gisau/ and event: http://www.facebook.com/events/296737580392921/
Volunteer Opportunities:
We invite those who are interested in being part of GISAU to take part in Destination Indonesia! GISAU is looking for people to manage our booths during the event. It is good chance for those who are looking to join our team next year, or simply want to earn volunteer hours. Free lunch provided!!
Qualifications:
– Currently studying in one of Vancouvers’ post-secondary institutes (Langara, Douglas, Coquitlam, UBC, SFU, etc)
– Decent knowledge of Indonesian culture.
– Available on Saturday March 31st from 10AM – 5PM
If interested, please contact Novia at novia_tantra@hotmail.com or 778-882-7470
The English Language Institute (ELI) is home to a diverse group of international students from around the world. On Friday March 16th, the UBC-ELI is hosting International Night and we would like you to come out and join us to mix and mingle with other students in our community! I-Night is a great opportunity to meet new friends and to learn from the many cultures that make up UBC and the ELI.
There will be three parts to the evening:
1. International Food Fair and displays.
2. Cultural performances and demonstrations.
3. Party with music and dancing.
**This event is open to all ages. Must be 19 years of age or older to purchase alcohol (must show ID)**
Price: $5 (free for performers and food booth participants).
Tickets can be purchased at the English Language Institute in advance or at the door on the night of the event.
For more information, check out their Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/351195568248770/
The theme of 2012 Reading Week Project is to Celebrate Cultures through Stories, literacy and act by taking a “trip” around the World in Three Days. A team of twenty students from the International Peer Program are privileged to learn alongside children from Kindergarten to Grade 07 as they “travel the world” together on February 21, 23, 24 at Cooke Elementary School. Right after the completion of the projects, participants were invited to write about their experiences during the Reading Week project. Now Let’s hear their stories!
The Simon K.Y. Lee Global Lounge and Resource Centre (GL) located in the Marine Drive residences, is a place for students, faculty, staff and alumni to engage in learning and dialogue about the important global issues of our time. The GL Assistant is a student who has shown a strong ability to lead others and is interested in global issues and community building. The Global Lounge Assistant will act as a Community Animator, someone who can support and connect different people and ideas in order to create opportunities for collaboration and community building.
Within this role, the GL Assistant will lead a committee of student volunteers in order to develop and assist with programming & services for the Global Lounge & Resource Centre. On a day to day basis, the Global Lounge Assistant will staff the welcome desk of the GL and assist the Student Development Officer, Simon K.Y. Lee Global Lounge & Resource Centre, in all aspects of the GL’s day to day operation – this may include developing policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records of inventory and supplies, as well as assisting student groups, university departments and community groups with events. This would include: booking meeting rooms, assisting with set up, service & clean up of events, helping to set up AV equipment.
Apply by email by March 4th with cover letter, resume and contact information of 2 references to
Woo Kim at woo.kim@ubc.ca
Please click here for more detailed requirements and information.
