The Pacific Regional Society of Soil Science (PRSSS) is accepting applications for the 2018 Summer Soil ID Course in Smithers, BC! The course is taking place from July 17 – July 19, 2018. The deadline for submitting applications is May 18, 2018. We will assess the applications and confirm registration via email by May 22, 2018 at the latest. All applicants will receive a response by this day with an update of their application status. 

This course is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in soil classification and landscape interpretation. Expert mentors, who are a wealth of knowledge, will guide you throughout the 3 days. Upon completion of this course participants will learn how to texture a soil, dig a soil pit, differentiate and describe horizons, and interpret soils and landscapes for possible land uses. A certificate of completion will be provided upon completion as proof of professional development. 

Please follow this link for more information and to apply: http://www.prsss.ca/events/event/2018-summer-soil-id-course-smithers-bc/  

Please feel free to contact us at prsssemail@gmail.com if you have any questions. 

Cheers,

The PRSSS Executive

The Graduate Student Society (GSS) is currently collecting responses for the 2018 Graduate Student Satisfaction Survey. 

We have run the survey since 2014 to measure the quality of graduate student experience at UBC Vancouver. Unfortunately, the level of replies this year is lower than usual and so we are reaching out to those directly involved in programs to try and encourage more students to complete the survey. 

The answers and opinions collected help the GSS identify the most pressing challenges faced by graduate students, and then advocate for improvements in areas such as graduate student funding, housing, and career preparation. In addition, the survey provides a useful snapshot of the changing concerns and experiences of graduate students over time. 

I would be most grateful if you could send the message to your student cohort and encourage them to complete the survey as more responses means more robust data.

The survey is open until May 15, 2018. It only takes less than 20 minutes to finish. Additionally, anyone who completes the survey will have a chance to enter the draw for one of six (6) $50 gift cards and one (1) $100 gift card for the grand prize.

 Students can complete the survey here or via the GSS website 

 I appreciate any help you can offer. 

Sincerely, 

Sara Izadi-Najafabadi 

VP University & Academic Affairs

Graduate Student Society

Science World’s Community Scientist Initiative (CSI) is once again looking for scientists, researchers and other science-based professionals with a keen interest in engaging with public audiences, to become science communicators and ambassadors. This initiative is designed to engage community volunteers and partners with deep expertise in science and technology in providing regular opportunities for our visitors to explore the research and work of local passionate professionals.

I have attached the current recruitment poster and have included a link to the full description of the opportunity below. Please share this information with any graduate students, colleagues, associations or clubs you think may be appropriate and interested in learning more about this opportunity.

We are recruiting scientists and researchers to participate in 2 professional enrichment workshops on May 23-24, 2018, and will have another intake planned for the fall of 2018. I am happy to provide more detail about the workshop series format and timing should anyone require it.

Thank you for passing this exciting opportunity along…

http://www.scienceworld.ca/communityscientist            

 CSI Recruitment Poster May 2018

 

Tammy Matheson | Program Director, Community Scientist Initiative | Science World British Columbia
t 604-443-7479 or 1-800-363-1611 | f 604-443-7430 | tmatheson@scienceworld.ca
TELUS World of Science | 1455 Quebec St. | Vancouver, BC | Canada V6A 3Z7

School District 40 New Westminster is hiring a foodservice consultant to assist with re-engineering foodservice operations within the District.  It is part of a very exciting initiative to develop a district-wide plan to address food security and healthy eating.   This plan would make food programs available to all New Westminster schools so that no child is hungry and every child eats healthy.   

A tentative 3 year rollout is being recommended for New Westminster Schools.  Re-engineering foodservice operations requires specific knowledge and skills. The level of expertise required to move to the next steps goes beyond what the School District is able to do in-house.   

To view the Bid opportunity and all accompanying documents

https://www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca/open.dll/welcome?language=En

Browse Bid Opportunities

Browse by Organization – School District 40 New Westminster

Solicitation Number FS001: 

Be sure to open up the “supplier attachments” folder which lists the detailed Expression of Interest with deliverables and School Nourishment Review Report.  

All inquiries should be directed to Dave Crowe:

Dcrowe@SD40.bc.ca

604 517 – 6288 

CLOSING DATE:  May 23, 2018, 14:00

Just a reminder that we have several online info sessions that might be of interest to your newly admitted graduate students. Please share, there are two coming up as early as next week. 

US Student Loans Webinar – May 9

Great for incoming grad students who are US citizens considering applying for US funding.  Topics include options for US funding, how to apply and receive for US funding, maintaining a US student loan, and important dates and deadlines. Presented by Enrolment Services. 

Info Session for Graduate Students with Families – May 10

Great for incoming grad students coming to UBC with a partner and/or family. General information on child care, registering for school, looking for a place to live, fun and affordable activities for kids of all ages, and other campus and community resources to help families prepare for arrival and settling in. 

Pre-Arrival Webinars – June 5 and 6, and July 4 and 5

A comprehensive pre-arrival info session covering a range of topics including student finances, needs-based funding, tuition assessment,  living in Vancouver, and, for international students, information on immigration and health insurance. 

For details and to register for any of these sessions, please visit the Events page on our Orientation website: http://orientation.grad.ubc.ca/events/ 

Many thanks and warm regards,

Kelli

Kelli Kiyomi Kadokawa
Communications and Business Initiatives Coordinator
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus
170-6371 Crescent Road | Vancouver British Columbia | V6T 1Z2 Canada
Phone 604 822 6475
kelli.kadokawa@ubc.ca | @UBCGradSchool
http://www.grad.ubc.ca