Author Archives: valerie leung
Summer Programs Abroad with Operation Groundswell
This summer, learn from inspiring people around the globe. Operation Groundswell will give you the tools you need to create meaningful change in the community you call home. They will connect you with inspiring local farmers, artists, educators, and activists … Continue reading
MFRE Speaker Series: Vancouver’s Transportation Future | March 1, 2019
The MFRE speaker series is a professional development program designed to show a glimpse into the complexities of ‘real world’ food and resource economics issues. The next featured speaker is Lon LaClaire, Director, Transportation at the City of Vancouver. Lon oversees … Continue reading
Sustainable Development Goals Bootcamp 2019
SDG Bootcamp 2019 – Youth Leadership Training for the Sustainable Development Goals Are you passionate about global issues and want to learn more about community and political engagement, group work, and self-awareness? Do you want a unique experience that challenges … Continue reading
Trot for Tots | February 27, 2019
The Trot for Tots is back on Wednesday, February 27, from 10:00am – 2:00pm! It is an annual charity run to raise awareness for child poverty in BC and to help local elementary schools purchase resources they need to help provide a … Continue reading
NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) & UBC Work-Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards (WLIURA)
Students who are interested in hold a NSERC USRA or WLIURA at LFS will be required to contact eligible LFS project supervisors directly and apply with a confirmed supervisor. Please review eligibility requirements and application details on the LFS Undergraduate Student … Continue reading
LFS Community Meeting | February 21, 2019
The Community Meeting for LFS faculty, staff and students will take place on Thursday, February 21 from 12:00 – 1:00pm in MCML 160. Coffee and cookies will be provided!
UBC PAW Animal Welfare Conference | March 8, 2019
The UBC Pre-Vet and Animal Welfare (PAW) club is happy to present its 3rd annual UBC PAW Animal Welfare Conference! This year’s conference has a focus on Wildlife Management and Conservation, with five renowned speakers joining to share their expertise. The 2019 UBC … Continue reading
The UBC Women and STEM Conference 2019 | March 2, 2019
The UBC Women and STEM Conference 2019 is kicking off for the first time this year! Hosted by UBC Young Women for Science, this conference will focus on the role of women in STEM fields in the past, present, and future. The conference … Continue reading
Future Of Food Global Dialogue with Harriet Friedmann | March 6, 2019
Join Dr. Friedmann for a one-hour talk followed by facilitated discussion to learn about the foundation of selecting, saving, changing and planting seeds. Light refreshments will be provided. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:00 – … Continue reading
MFRE Speaker Series: How Theory Becomes Operationalized | February 15, 2019
The MFRE speaker series is part of the professional development program and is designed to show a glimpse into the complexities of ‘real world’ food and resource economics issues. The next featured speaker is Bruce Turris. Bruce is an economist, … Continue reading