LFS Applied Biology Program Blog – Page 10 – A Program within the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at UBC

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021

Science Advisory Board for Contaminated Sites in BC (SABCS)

The Science Advisory Board for Contaminated Sites in BC (SABCS) and we are hosting our 11^th annual conference on contaminated sites virtually this year on September 27, 28, and 29 from 8:30am to 12:30pm, each day. The theme of the event is “Adaptation and Resilience in Contaminated Lands Management”, and in particular, innovation and technologies to address these challenges. We are excited to announce that we have 14 expert speakers lined up for this year’s event.

We are currently offering a rate of $175 for university students and young professionals for this event, however there are also scholarship opportunities available for those that require financial assistance. This is an especially good opportunity for students who are close to graduating as there will be many industry professionals at the event, as well as time for virtual networking.

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021

Presentation from Sept 7, 2021 Transfer Student Session

Transfer Student Session

Transfer Student Session was held as a part of Imagine Day. Dr. Sandra Brown and Lesley Dampier presented information about Applied Animal Biology and Sustainable Agriculture and Environment professional designations, undergraduate research, info on choosing majors etc.

August 31, 2021

APBI 496 Winter Term 1 – 2021/22 Placements

BC SPCA – Community Outreach (Vancouver, BC)

One practicum opportunity available: 6-credit part-time in-person (Sept-Dec 2021) working with Charlie’s Food Bank and clients who face barriers due to mental health issues, drug addiction and/or financial issues while trying to care for their pet. The student shall learn approaches to supporting and managing the health and welfare of animals in this unique community on the Downtown Eastside. Must be available Thursdays from 8am-1pm weekly and other hours are flexible. Email cover letter and resume to Diane Waters, Outreach Specialist, dwaters@spca.bc.ca Applications due Sept 15.

https://wiki.ubc.ca/Course:APBI496

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021

21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge

Food Solutions New England will host its 8th version of the 21-Day Racial Equity Habit-Building Challenge from April 4th to the 24th in 2022.

The 21-Day Racial Equity Habit Building Challenge is simple!

You commit to deepening your understanding of, and willingness to confront, racism for twenty-one consecutive days in April of 2022. The Challenge will raise your awareness, change your understanding and shift the way you behave.

However, the Challenge goes beyond individual or interpersonal racism by helping to demystify structural and institutional racism and white supremacist patterns that are sometimes invisible to people. Finally, the Challenge inspires you to act, on your own or with others in your organization, business or group, to dismantle these systems, to make changes in your work and the world that can build true equity and justice for all.

Learn more here: https://foodsolutionsne.org/21-day-racial-equity-habit-building-challenge/

August 31, 2021

BC Conservation & Biodiversity Awards

The awards are given annually for the most impactful initiatives brought forward by BC-based non-profit organizations, individuals or groups of individuals, for specific work contributing to the improvement of the natural environment of BC and the preservation of its wilderness and biodiversity.

Award applications are accepted throughout the calendar year to December 31, with the annual award winners then chosen by the Selection Committee and announced on March 1st of the following year.

Awards are valued from $10,000-$50,000. All funds must be deployed by the end of the year following the year of the award.

To learn more, visit https://bccbawards.ca/.