Author: Jenny

Hi everyone, welcome to my blog! As you can simply identify from the name of this blog that my name is Jenny!

I am an international student from China and It's been almost 5 years for me to be out for school on my own. After junior high school, i went to the capital city of our province for senior high and then 2 years ago, I came to Canada to start my university journey here in Vancouver. Undeniable It's been tough but I do appreciate those experiences as they made me more matured and positive when facing difficulties and obstacles and everything that in my daily life.

I am really into Badminton and enjoy photography and drawing. Hope we could be friends!=]

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Event Update Posts

IPP Year End Formal

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!***

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Non-IPP Posts

GISAU Presents: Destination Indonesia

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

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Non-IPP Posts

ELI International Night

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/

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Reading Week Project Reflections

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!

Myron Huen

Deepshika Kelkar

Continue reading “Reading Week Project Reflections”

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Job Opportunity Posts

Apply for the Global Lounge Assistant. Deadline is this Sunday!

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.

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Non-IPP Posts

US Students Infor Lunch: Hometown Ambassadors

When : Tuesday, Feb 14 OR  Wednesday, Feb 15

Time : 12:00-1:00 PM

Where : Centre for Student Involvement (CSI) Board Room, Brock Hall

Description:

Wish more people back home knew about UBC?
US Students – Join us for a catered lunch & learn how you can be a hometown ambassador. Free catered lunch, door prizes, UBC gift and International Marketing Experience.

RSVP : international.recruitment@ubc.ca

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Non-IPP Posts

Songs Unsung: a concert with a twist to it and for a Good Cause

Rumana Monzur had moved here just last year for a 1-year masters in Political Science and upon her visit to her home in Bangladesh for the summer, she was brutally attacked by her husband leaving her visually impaired, harshly impacted and hurt in further physical and emotional ways.  She moved back here, along with her parents and 6-year old daughter just last summer after having UBC, SJC (St. John’s College-grad residency where she lived), iHouse, VGH, among other people/bodies of people, come together and work on getting her back here in hope for good news post further treatment.  Operations have been unsuccessful in terms of regaining even some slight vision back but hopes aren’t down completely as yet.  In order to show continued support, a 3rd year Political Science PhD student, and an SJC alumni came together and planned a concert for her for Feb 9th, with details below, having all donations go to the ‘Rumana Monzur Fund’.

Please join us and spread the word, Rumana and her family will be attending and believe us, she’s a wonderful and inspirational woman to meet!

Songs Unsung – Feb. 9th, 2012

Reception: 6:30 at the GSS Ballroom

Concert: 8:00 at The Roy Barnett Hall (Music Building)

Lungs and Limbs Ensemble, with original compositions from the Composers’ Collective

Admission: $15 or by donation

 

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Non-IPP Posts

International Development Week 2012 at the Global Lounge

The Simon K. Y. Lee Global Lounge & Resource Centre is once again recognizing International Development Week (Feb 5-11) by hosting a series of discussions and workshops that critically engages with the theories and practices of international development. We hope to foster dialogue and interest around the themes we’ve chosen this year, so join us at the Global Lounge (2205 Lower Mall, Building 1) for events taking place throughout the week!

So You Want To Save Africa? Mon, Feb 6: 5 – 7 PM 

The So You Want To Save Africa? workshop challenges you to critically reflect on your assumptions about Africa with relation to advocacy and development–about what ‘solutions’ are being suggested, by whom, and to what end. Hosted by the G7 Africa-focused groups (AAI, CAA, IRSA, STAND, WUSC, ACAC)!

What IS International Development? Tues, Feb 7: 5 – 7 PM 

Join Kristi Kenyon, Katherine Muldoon and Dr. Chris Erickson for a critical analysis of the ethics and merits of international development, as they present their opinions and differing perspectives on this highly contested concept.

Right To Develop = Right To Pollute? Wed, Feb 8: 5 – 7 PM 

Join Dr. Suzanne Simard, Dr. Benjamin Richardson and Dr. Kathryn Harrison as they discuss their opinions on the controversial question of whether it is fair for developed countries to impose strict environmental regulations on developing countries.

For more information about the events and the panelists, check out our blog http://blog.students.ubc.ca/globallounge. You can also find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ubc.globallounge.

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Event Update Posts

Participate in UBC’s newest event: GLOBETROTTER!

UBC REC and the International Peer Program have teamed up to bring you an evening of international games and activities that’s sure to be out of this world! UBC REC is a student lead organization on campus that holds many events throughout the year and this one is not to be missed!

As a valued IPP member, we are subsidizing the registration costs significantly so you only need to pay $5 per person, down from the normal $80 team fee!

Interested? Come on down to the front desk at International House to sign up! Gather your friends, and get ready for some fierce, but fun competition! If they aren’t IPP members yet, sign up here: https://secure.students.ubc.ca/international/ippstudents.cfm

If you do not have a full team to sign up with, don’t worry. We will organize you into a team with fellow IPP members.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, February 7th – choose from 7pm, or 9pm time slot
Location: the Student Recreation Centre
Team Registration Requirement: Co-Ed Teams of 6-10 people
Cost: $5/person

Register by Tuesday, January 31st to secure your team’s spot!

For more information, visit the event website, Facebook page, or email Nelson at wang.nelson@gmail.com

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Job Opportunity Posts

Applications open for UBC Peer Programs Positions!

Have you thought about getting involved in UBC Peer Programs? Want to work with other students in a fun and exciting atmosphere? Then you should throw your name in the hat and apply to UBC Peer Programs!

UBC Peer Programs provides opportunities for students to LEAD, CREATE, and ENGAGE with their peers, colleagues and the UBC community. This opens up doors for many things, including fostering student agency and supporting student development through various means!

In addition to all this, you will also gain valuable leadership skills and add a great experience to your resume! Applications are open until February 8th, 2012. For more information about peer programs,  visit www.peerprograms.ubc.ca .

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