Author Archives: Hannah Mazure

UBC Future of Food Global Dialogue Series: Dr. Barbara Seed – Apr 5, 2017

Dr. Barbara Seed “What is a healthy and sustainable diet?” Wednesday, April 5, 2017 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Centre for Interactive Research Sustainability, Policy Lab, UBC Vancouver Campus When Dr. Barbara Seed was hired to develop the first dietary … Continue reading

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UBC Future of Food Global Dialogue Series: Dr. Verena Seufert – Mar 29, 2017

Dr. Verena Seufert “What is this thing called organic? How organic farming is codified in regulations” Wednesday, March 29, 2017 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Liu Institute for Global Issues, Multipurpose Room, UBC Vancouver Campus Organic farming is one of … Continue reading

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Borders in the 21st Century – Mar 23, 2017

This panel discussion aims to unpack the social, economic, cultural and political landscape of modern Western hegemony, specifically in regards to the rise of economic and political borders in UK (Brexit) and US (Trump), and its consequences on the rest … Continue reading

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MFRE Resource & Environment Speaker Series: Lon LaClaire – Mar 24, 2017

MFRE Resource & Environment Speaker Series Lon LaClaire, Director, Transportation at City of Vancouver Date: Friday, March 24th Time: 3:30-5PM Location: MCML160 Visit the MFRE website for more information.

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World Vision UBC Presents: International Celebration of Dance – Mar 24, 2017

World Vision UBC Presents: International Celebration of Dance, a fundraiser for South Sudanese children in a time of famine. Date: Friday, March 24, 2017 When: 5:30-9:30pm Where: Old Barn Community Centre (6308 Thunderbird Blvd)  

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Joined-Up Food Policy: Local priorities for national policy – Mar 27, 2017

Joined-Up Food Policy: Local priorities for national policy. Debbie Field, Executive Director of FoodShare Toronto, discusses her top 5 ideas for a National Food Policy, followed by a panel discussion to explore BC priorities for food policy. Monday March 27th, … Continue reading

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AMS Food Bank & Blog

Hi LFS! Did you know there’s a Food Bank on campus? The AMS Food Bank is located in room 2131 at the Nest, supplied with a variety of items to support students. We recently launched a blog, check out the … Continue reading

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Become a UBC Navigator for First Week 2017!

Want to get involved with First Week 2017? Become a UBC Navigator for First Week 2017! This is a joint position between LFS and Science students that support new-to-UBC students, by helping them NAVIGATE their way to classrooms and buildings … Continue reading

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The MacMillan Basement Project 2017

The MacMillan Basement Project 2017 The MacMillan Agora student space, the heart of student life in the Faculty of Land & Food Systems, requires upgrades to meet student needs. Our goal this year is to raise an additional $25,000 for … Continue reading

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MFRE Food & Agribusiness Speaker Series: Lauren Archibald – Mar 17, 2017

Lauren Archibald, Marketing and Sales Development at Ethical Bean Coffee Lauren Archibald works in sales and marketing at Ethical Bean Coffee, inspiring consumers to drive positive social and environmental change through their daily cup of coffee. Ethical Bean is a … Continue reading

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