Return of the Sea Otter: Author Talk and Book Signing

Monday, 18-Jun-2018 @ 7pm (doors 6.30pm)

Return of the Sea Otter: The Story of the Animal that Evaded Extinction on the Pacific Coast

Rhode Island-based writer Todd McLeish has been writing about wildlife and environmental issues for more than 20 years. His 4th and newest book is The Return of The Sea Otter’

In his newest book, Todd McLeish journeys along the Pacific Coast from California to Alaska to track the status, health, habits, personality, and viability of sea otters – the appealing animals unique to the Pacific that were hunted to near extinction in the 18th and 19th centuries. Todd shares stories of his adventures and outlines the natural history of these adorable marine mammals – often seen floating on their backs and holding hands – that play a vital role in maintaining the health of the kelp forest ecosystem. To learn more about Todd, check out toddmcleish.com.

Price: Free, but register here to guarantee your seat
Accessibility: This event will be ASL signed and is wheel-chair accessible
Location: The Vancouver Aquarium
Livestreaming?: Yes!! On the Vancouver Aquarium YouTube Channel

For more information see ocean.org/oceanmatters

The Truth About Everyday Plastics

Tuesday, 26-Jun-2018 @ 7pm (doors 6.30pm)

What happens to your fleece jacket in the laundry and that plastic bottle when it is empty?

Stephen Chastain, an Ocean Wise scientist, will look at four everyday household items. He will examine why and how our use and disposal of these items is damaging the environment and how this relates to large-scale global issues.

He will discuss how he explores the world of microplastics under the microscope and the research that Ocean Wise is doing to learn about the processes that are causing these problems. This research is helping us all to do something, whether it is small changes in our daily routine or ways in which we redesign our approach to plastics as a society.

Price: Free, but register here to guarantee your seat
Location: The Vancouver Aquarium
Livestreaming?: Yes!! On the Vancouver Aquarium YouTube Channel

For more information see ocean.org/oceanmatters

If you have any questions please let me know.

Many Thanks,

Ruth

Ruth Sharpe, PhD
Manager of Public Programs

Ruth.Sharpe@ocean.org
D 604 659 3497

Genome BC is looking for someone keen on teaching to help out with their summer program (paid position) and Let’s Talk Science will be hosting a booth for Indigenous Solidarity Day and we are looking for volunteers for the event.

Indigenous Solidarity Day at Trout Lake Join us as we celebrate National Indigenous Day at Trout Lake with a community-based, full day of events set to showcase and celebrate the diversity of Indigenous people across Canada. First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people gather to share their spirit, experiences, stories, songs, art and dance with each other and the general community – with a whole day of entertainment, activities, and fun planned for the whole family. Let’s talk science will be hosting a booth at the kid’s zone where we will be doing hands-n activities like DIY Slime and Candy DNA! Volunteers are needed urgently When: June 21, 2018 at 12pm-6pm Where: Trout Lake Community Centre (3350 Victoria Drive Vancouver, BC, V5N 4M4) Who: Families Sign up here: https://goo.gl/forms/wCMSUD4YYmmHHGOe2   Contact Evelyn at community@ubclts.com with any question.

 

Join the Geneskool team! The Genome BC Geneskool Summer Science Program for Teens runs 20-24 Aug, 2018 at Capilano University in North Vancouver. Throughout the week, participants aged 14-18 utilize real-world scientific techniques to solve a crime. Reporting to the Summer Program Director, the successful candidate will be a lead facilitator of workshops during camp and support the Summer Program Director in other duties (more details below). This position is best suited to someone with a strong background in genetics and a demonstrated passion for youth education. Previous experience with the Genome BC Geneskool program is preferred. Visit http://ubclts.com/node/186 for full job description Interested individuals should send their resume and cover letter to Evelyn Sun at esun@genomebc.ca. Applications are due June 15 or until position is filled.

 

 

Cheers,

Evelyn

There are a few spaces remaining for this Thursday’s Leveraging your Strengths to Strategize for Success (discover your top 5 strengths, start to create a plan for grad school and career success)

Thurs, June 14 | 1 – 5 PM @ Thea Koerner House, UBC Point Grey Campus

For details and to register:  grad.ubc.ca/about-us/events/16885-leveraging-your-strengths-strategize-success

  

Check out community.grad.ubc.ca for other opportunities including:

Volunteer for the Critical Ethnic Studies Association Conference | community.grad.ubc.ca/forum/4851

International Development Research Centre Research Award, apply by Sept 5 | community.grad.ubc.ca/forum/4874

Practical Preparation for Networking & Interviews, Jun 18 | community.grad.ubc.ca/event/4846  

SPSS Workshop: Data Management + Bivariate Analysis, Jun 21 | community.grad.ubc.ca/event/4725

Lay Summary Workshop, Jun 22 | community.grad.ubc.ca/event/4726

 

Thank you,

Jacqui. 

Jacqui Brinkman
Manager, Graduate Pathways to Success Program
Office of the Dean | Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus
170 – 6371 Crescent Road | Vancouver BC | V6T 1Z2 Canada
Phone 604 827 4578 | Fax 604 822 5802
jacqui.brinkman@ubc.ca | @ubcgradschool
https://www.grad.ubc.ca/

 

Reminder – Research students 

Please let Lia know if you plan on applying by June 29^th in order to prepare your transcripts. 

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 From: On Behalf Of Small, Shelley
Sent: Friday, June 1, 2018 2:51 PM
To: LFS-GRADSTUDS@LISTS.UBC.CA
Subject: LFS Major Awards Competition
Importance: High

 

Attached, please find the 2018-2019 LFS Major (Greater Than $10,000) Awards Application. 

 2018W Major Awards Application (00000002)

Please note:  There is one 4YF available to be assigned through this competition. 

The timeline for this competition is as follows: 

June 1 – Award application package is available to students

July 13 – Deadline to submit completed application

July 16 to 20 – Process applications and post to committee members

August 3 – Deadline for committee to submit rankings to Lia

Week of August 6 to 10 – Schedule meeting with LFS Grad Award Committee

Week of August 13 – Nominations sent to Grad Studies for review, processing and offers 

Shelley 

Shelley Small
Manager, Graduate Programs
The University of British Columbia
Faculty of Land and Food Systems
Room 344 MacMillan Building
2357 Main Mall
Vancouver BC  V6T 1Z4 
Phone:  604-822-4593       Fax:  604-822-4400
lfs.gradmgr@ubc.ca          www.landfood.ubc.ca
For all TA-related correspondence, please use lfs.ta@ubc.ca

Online TA application:  https://ubclfs-gradapp.landfood.ubc.ca/

In-office work hours:  Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30-4:30

 Positive Space Workshops: Help Build Welcoming and Inclusive Communities 

Explore how you can positively impact the climate for sexual and gender diversity at UBC and make your learning, working, or living communities more inclusive to all. 

Positive Space workshops cover current language, issues, resources, and best practices in an interactive and experiential learning environment. Participants will gain relevant knowledge and skills to use in their academic, work, and campus life so that they can help make UBC more welcoming to lesbian, gay, bisexual, two-spirit, trans and queer students, staff, faculty, alumni, and allies. 

Workshops take place from 1-3 PM in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, starting Wednesday, June 13. Future workshop dates are July 19 and August 15. Register early as space is limited; refreshments will be provided.

 

Sign-up for free with the UBC Equity & Inclusion Office.