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Faculty Recreation Wellness

Science Frosh 09′ Aftermath

Currently: Sitting on my couch, listening to Imogen Heap.

Science Frosh 09′ has its high points and its low points. For one, I think majority of the day wasn’t very organized (that’s from my perspective). For one, when they were explaining the activities, they didn’t have a way to amplifiy the leader’s voice so majority of us had no idea what was going on. The Scavenger seemed very disorganized, some of us even getting into trouble for going into Louis Vuitton and asking for a simple shopping bag. (In my opinion, they should’ve asked Louis Vuitton permission first) There was major construction on Broadway, so the buses were full and uncomfortable, which wasn’t a likeable experience. The Camera’s that were used to take the pictures weren’t very good, to the point where my group’s camera lost all its pictures.

But neverless, the high points outweigh the low points of Science Frosh 09′. The speeches from one particular Professor at the beginning of the day (can’t remember his name) was excellent. The Pizza was tasty, as what we’ve come to expect from Dominoes Pizza. The Scavenger was pretty funny, when we actually stopped walking and went to stations and did funny, obnoxious things in front of the adoring public. The Hot Dogs that were made by the SUS Executives were very good (Thanks for that!) and when we finally got to socialize as an entire group (instead of just out groups) I got to meet some interesting people. The Boat Cruise was the HIGH point of the night. The entire cruise was awesome, I was literally dancing from start to finish. The DJ even let me take over and do a couple of mixes! It was definitly good times, and I’m glad I didn’t miss it. If only I didn’t have to get up at 8:00am the morning after to go to school.

On another note, classes are getting intense, lots of homework. I find myself reading at least 20 pages of material a day from various classes. Also, for all you fellow blog squaders that submitted the Bio Information for the Koerner Library, you can find out pictures on the screen in the lobby area!

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Academics Faculty

First Class Impressions

As the first week comes to a close (but Science Frosh awaits this weekend) I thought it’d be good to voice my first impressions on my classes and profs. So far, I’m loving UBC. The campus is so nice, the buildings are beautiful, there’s so many things to do, and the students around are just awesome. I’ve met a couple new people, and I am so happy to of met every single one of them, and hope to grow on our friendships. Although some people say that the First Week of UBC gives the first years a false impression on what UBC is actually like, I’ll just say that the impression worked on me.

Now to the main reason for this post, I want people to know how I feel about my classes. Me, being a Science Geek, I have some pretty heavy intense courses. The profs are still in first gear, and I’m awaiting the gear change. So the profs I LOVE now… may not be the case when they hit me with long lists of homework and exams. So let’s begin…

Chemistry 121 Section 110:
Professor: Lawrence McIntosh

I love my Professor, he’s a funny guy. He makes this course less boring than it actually is. (So far) The ONLY thing I hate about this course right now, is Dr. McIntosh doesn’t like to use Powerpoints too much, so he uses an overhead projector. His writing isn’t the best and can be hard to read. Also, the Chemistry Textbook (specifically made for Chem 121) is written in a very confusing matter. Other than those two things, this course is going very well.

Math 100 Section 103:
Professor: Wayne Nagata

Dr. Nagata definetly writes the best notes so far out of all my Profs. He has two overhead projectors and switches between the two, so that he doesn’t have to scroll up. So, for those slow writers out there, this means you won’t hate it because you have all the time you need. Dr. Nagata didn’t spend too much time talking about himself or the course, we dove right into things from the get-go. Some people may find this upsetting, but I didn’t really mind it. I rather learn what my parents are paying for me to learn than about other things.

Physics 101 Section 102
Professor: Brian Turrell

This course is in the nicest lecture hall on campus. (From what I’ve seen) The course is on interesting topics (As all Physics Courses are) and I am very interested in what I’m learning. Dr. Turrell always uses a powerpoint and a mic (He has too in that huge room). Dr. Turrell tends to go a bit fast when it comes to switching his powerpoint slides, so taking notes doesn’t really help. I tend to just listen to what he has to say, then write / print off the notes at a later time. (I can do that because Dr. Turrell points a PDF Format of his Powerpoint after the lecture)

English 110 Section 008
Professor: Larissa Lai

Dr. Lai is a very nice professor. She encourages discussion in the big lecture hall, and after you say something to the class, she always asks your name. She seems like the person who tries to remember your name to the best of her abilities. Her first lecture was very well planned, and got everyone thinking. There isn’t much to say about this class except “I’m excited about finding out what’s next.”

Biology 121 Section 122
Professor: Greg Bole

By far, the most awesome Prof ever. This guy made me laugh, and even give the silent “awwe” when he mentioned he just got married. He mentioned how he used to be an extra on movies like X-Men 2. He got me excited for Biology. He isn’t a Researcher, so he is strictly a teacher, and that means he’s good. We didn’t really dive into content that much, because we talked a lot about the Course Outline and Dr. Bole’s life. I’ve only had one lecture, but I expect great things from this course.

I hope the rest of you First Years (and all years) have had an awesome first week. And for all you Science’ers, hope to see you guys at Frosh!

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Careers / Work Uncategorized

Latrodectus Hesperu

More commonly known as the Black Widow Spider. Today was supposed to be a normal day at work, nothing out of the ordinary. It’s a Thursday, meaning that theres no Produce Trucks coming in, there’s no freight, there’s nothing to do but make my Produce Department look perfect. But today was one of those days that I will take awhile to get over, because today was a very scary day.

This morning, me and my buddy at work were contemplating on how big and juicy our Green Grapes looked. We even were so bold, to buy a big bag of them. We ate these grapes on our break, and loved them. They were delicious, juicy, and round. So after our breaks, we went about our day, not expecting anything un-ordinary to happen. Around 12:00pm, our store gets a phone call from a customer who also purchased these delicious grapes. Her panicked voice on the phone indicated something was wrong, but I was expecting something like “You’re store service is terrible!” or “Can I speak to a Manager? I have a complaint.” But to my surprise this customer said “So, I just bought some Grapes from your store… and there happens to be a BLACK WIDOW in them.” At first, me and my buddy thought that this girl was playing a practical joke on us, and we didn’t believe it. She continued to reassure us that there was a living black widow spider crawling around in the Grapes. For those of you who aren’t very knowledgeable about spiders (I wasn’t until today) a Black Widow Spider is a very small but poisonous spider. It has a venom in it that is affects your nervous system and causes intense pain. These spiders aren’t deadly to a healthy adult, but to an elder or a child, this spider can kill.  So, my buddy decides to go to this Customers house, and pick it up. (In a container, of course) To our disbelief, this little black widow existed. It had spun a web inside the black grapes and was just chillin’ there. We poked holes in a plastic deli container and watched it, examined it, googled it, and tried to identify which kind it was. We confirmed it truly was a Black Widow Spider, and that the venom is 15 times poisonous as a Prairie Rattlesnake. (Actual fact, google it) We attempted to catch it some flies, because we really wanted to see it devour something whole. But we ended up just giving up and go back and work.

Black Widow Spider on News

That’s a link to a News Report of the same thing happening in Alberta. The Green Grapes came from California, just like the Grapes mentioned in the News Report.  I warn all of you Grocery Shoppers out there, becareful as to where your Produce comes from!! (Avoid Grapes from California)

Here’s a picture of the bad boy (Sorry for the Bad Quality, I used a zoom feature on an Application on my iPhone, not the best idea)

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Faculty Involvement / Leadership Recreation Uncategorized Wellness

Excitement for Science Frosh 09′

This past Friday, I registered for Science Frosh 09′. I had to register using my iPhone, due to an early shift at work the day that registration opened. I had to e-mail (from my iPhone) the Science Frosh Team to make sure my registration went through, but the Frosh team was on top of things and replied within the hour. For those of you know who are in the Faculty of Sciences and haven’t registered yet should go check it out. (The website to check out is: http://www.sciencefrosh.ca/index.php)We’re basically going to be getting together on a Sunday, and do some fun activities! There’s a 308 Student Limit, which could be already reached, but regardless, sign up and get on the Waiting List in case people drop out! The timetable for the day is:

9:00am Froshee Check-In
10:00am Opening Ceremonies
10:30am Morning activity – fun group activity
12:00pm Mentorship Lunch
1:00pm Afternoon activity – Campus / city-wide scavenger hunt
5:00pm Dinner Break / Free Time
6:15pm Load bus
6:30pm Bus departs for Downtown
8:00pm Evening activity – Dessert Boat Cruise
11:00pm End of day, bus departs to UBC (w/ one stop Downtown)

Looks like it will be a great day! I’m excited to meet new people and experience an entire day together!

On an another note: The first day of school is coming up, and I am excited to meet some people in my MUG Group. If anyone is in the MUG Group “Astatine” leave a comment!

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Academics Commuting Faculty Uncategorized

The BB Adventure to UBC

Currently: Turning off my PS3 (was driving around doing stupid things in GTA4) and listening to my mom spazz that I’m going to see a movie at 10:45… apparently that is too late for a 18 year old kid to be out.

Before I dive into the tales of my adventure to UBC, let me give you some background information about the wonderful person I went with. She went to the High School of one of my cousins, and I finally met when we finally talked on Facebook Chat. We started talking and eventually arranged a shopping day (We both love to shop). We eventually found out that we were both in same Biology 121 Class  in Term 1(Bio 121 Section 122… Comment if you’re in the same class). From there, the nickname we gave each other is “Bio Buddy”, in short form “BB”.  We have pretty much the same schedule type (just different classes) and I’m glad to of met someone who will be experiencing the same hardship as moi.

Now back to our Adventure to UBC. As you all know, we had to go to the UBC Bookstore to get our UBC ID Cards. Me and my BB decided to head over together and get our ID Cards last Friday. We arranged to meet at the Broadway Skytrain Station at 11:00… but then she woke up late, so it moved to 12:00. Then, she texted me saying she’d be there at 12:30, but I was already on the Skytrain to Broadway from 22nd Street. It looked like I would be waiting for my BB. While I was waiting, something really strange happened to me. I was interviewed by a CBC Radio Interviewer, about “Critical Mass”. Critical Mass is apparantly about Biker’s who go and block roads all at once. The questions she asked were really vague, and more about breaking rules. I honestly don’t remember what I answered.

When we finally got on the 99 B-Line to UBC, we started timing how long it would take from certain spots to UBC. This is probably an innaccurate calculation due to the many variables that are more likely to occur in the morning then opposed to the afternoon. For those people who bus using the 99 B-Line from Granville Street, comment with a general idea of how long it takes to get to UBC.

When we finally got to UBC, we decided to go check out the Student Union Building… which meant a trip to the Starbucks. I got my favorite, a Tall Caramel Frappacino. Now, all you 2nd years and UBC Veterans may find this funny, but after that, we sat down and opened our UBC Map and figured out how to get to our lecture halls and the bookstore. We felt SOO lame looking at a map, for most of the day we tried to hide it. We got to the Bookstore, went through the process of getting our picture taken (I would post the picture of me on my ID, but its absolutely terrible) and then went straight to look at the Textbooks. I looked at some of the book prices, and thought to myself “I could buy four Stussy T-Shirts for the price of this book”.

For the rest of our trip, we went and looked in our lecture halls, and timed how long it would take to go from one class to another. My highest time was 8 and a half minutes to get from my Physics Lecture to my English Lecture, (walking at an above average pace) hopefully I won’t be too late for English. We started looking into our lecture halls, most of the time we were too scared to go into the buildings because the Geography, Math, and Chemistry Buildings look like medieval castles. The only one we could get a good look at was the Theatre at the Hebb Building. It was a surreal type of feeling standing and sitting in my future lecture hall. It’s going to be a fun (yet hard) year and I cannot wait to sit in that lecture hall with the 300 other students.

Hope to see you guys at UBC in 2 and a half weeks!

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