DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst) Study Scholarships and Research Grants are available for highly qualified graduate students, PhD candidates, and post-doctoral researchers in all disciplines to study and carry out research at universities or research institutes in Germany. These scholarship provide funds for a period of study and/or research in Germany.

UBC is a DAAD Partner University and may nominate a total of two priority candidates for the Study Scholarship and/or Long-Term Research Grant programs. For applicants who would like to be considered as UBC’s priority candidates, please follow the application procedures on this webpage: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/daad-deutscher-akademischer-austausch-dienst-scholarships-research-grants. Applicants are required to submit their application via the DAAD Online Portal. Applicants are also required to submit a copy of their application plus the signed reference form to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies by 4:00pm on Friday, 12 October 2018. The contact at the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies for this competition is Angela Rizzo (angela.rizzo@ubc.ca).

Further information (including additional funding programs) is available on the DAAD website (https://www.daad.org/en/).

Subject: Waitlist Registration is now OPEN for October 21, 27, 28 2018 Grad ISW

Waitlist registration is now open for the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) October 21, 27, 28 2018.  The ISW is a 3-day intensive workshop that develops participant’s teaching skills and confidence.  It is appropriate for first time teachers or those with years of experience.  Join the thousands of students who have taken this workshop. The ISW is an internationally recognized program and students receive transcript notation for their participation. In addition, graduate students in STEM departments are eligible to become CIRTL associates upon completion of the workshop.

IMPORTANT: The workshop runs from 8:15am-5:00pm. Please note you must attend all three days for the complete duration of the workshop, i.e. the entire 24-hour workshop.

This workshop is always in high demand. To register for the October 21, 27, 28 2018 ISW please go to the following link and sign-up:

https://events.ctlt.ubc.ca/events/graduate-instructional-skills-workshop-october-21-27-28-2018/

Waitlist registration will close on Friday Sept 21 at 4:30pm. By clicking this link, you can register for the waitlist, however this does not register you for the workshop. If you are accepted into the workshop, you will be contacted directly by our office after registration closes.

Elisa Herman
Events Assistant
Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus
214-1961 East Mall  | Vancouver BC | V6T 1Z1 Canada
Phone 604 827 4871
elisa.herman@ubc.ca | @UBC_CTLT

http://www.ctlt.ubc.ca

 

Sent on behalf of Christine Scaman:

National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity: Free Membership

UBC has obtained an institutional membership with the NCFDD (https://www.facultydiversity.org/)

As part of UBC’s efforts to support the career growth and aspirations of our faculty, postdocs and graduate students, we hope you will find this service to be useful in the pursuit of your academic goals. All are encouraged to join.

The NCFDD offers workshops and programs on a variety of topics, such as increasing research productivity, dissertation success, and maintaining work-life balance, as well as networking opportunities. The majority of these resources are free of charge.

Please see these instructions to create your own, free account with NCFDD.

Natural Resources Canada Recruitment Presentation

PARDP Promo Poster EN Sept 10

A former student, Wrenna Robertson would like to share her experience working in policy at Natural Resources Canada.  Wrenna will give a presentation on Tuesday September 25, 2018 at 2 PM in room FNH 220.

 The Policy Analyst Recruitment and Development Program (PARDP) is Natural Resources Canada’s signature accelerated development program for Master’s and Ph.D. graduates. Program participants learn how to effectively manage their careers and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become leaders in policy.

 

What you get

• Full-time, permanent federal government employment
• Starting salary at the EC-03 level (from $63,428)
• Graduate at the EC-05 level (from $81,858)
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Ability to choose a start date that works for you (up until January 2020)
• Relocation costs up to $5000

Program highlights

• Continuous support and opportunities for professional development
• Rotational placements in 2 different NRCan sectors
• Tackle meaningful issues such as
  • How can Canada’s economy transition to a low-carbon economy?
  • How can Canada advance its trade interests?
  • How can Canada develop its clean technology and bioeconomy industries?

Program requirements

Education

Graduation with a Master’s Degree or PhD from a recognized post-secondary institution that will be completed no later than December 31, 2019, with a combination of three half undergraduate or graduate courses in economics, sociology or statistics.

Location

All positions are in the National Capital Region, a vibrant cosmopolitan area with endless activities, events, festivals and miles of nature to explore. We offer compensation for relocation of up to $5,000.

GPS Workshop and Webinar: Time Management

Registration is open for next week’s:

Time Managment | Wed, Sept 19

In-person (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM @Thea Koerner House, 6371 Crescent Road):

https://www.grad.ubc.ca/about-us/events/17037-time-management

Webinar (1:00 – 2:30 PM): https://www.grad.ubc.ca/about-us/events/17038-time-management-webinar

 

Orientation 2018 events continue this week with:

Late Start International Welcome (Sept 10, 11, or 13).  Information on your study permit, working in Canada, and accessing health services while studying at UBC

Orientation to the Library for Graduate Students, Sept 12

GSS Speed Friending Social, Sept 14

Please visit orientation.grad.ubc.ca/events/ for details.

 

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

Lecture featuring Indigenous Scholar’s from the University of Waikato (tonight, Sept 10 at 5 PM) | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/forum/5193

Mentoring (for Senior TAs), Sept 17, 9:30 |  https://community.grad.ubc.ca/event/5020

Formatting your Thesis: Tips and Tricks, Sept 17, 10 AM | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/event/5146

Cultural Safety and Addressing Systemic Racism with Harley Eagle, Sept 18, 10:00 | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/event/5003

Graduate Connections Café for Mid-Career Students, Sept 18, 4:30 | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/forum/5191

Career Directions for STEM Graduate Students, Sept 19, 12:30 PM | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/event/5123

GSS French, Zumba, and Yoga Classes, mid-Sept to Dec (on campus, BC Children’s, VGH area) | https://community.grad.ubc.ca/forum/5203