*updated*Tri-Nations Education Conference – Mar 29-30, 2014 (Call for Papers due Feb 16)

*Update* The Call for Papers has been extended to February 16, 2014! Submit your proposal at http://trinations.educ.ubc.ca .

2014 Tri-Nations Education Conference

March 29-30, 2014

The University of British Columbia | Vancouver, Canada

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Internationalization in Education: Its Nature, Challenges and Possibilities in an Increasingly Globalized World

Internationalization in Education is being discussed and debated globally as universities compete for the best students and researchers expand their networks and collaborations across national borders. University reputation and rankings are influenced by the degree of international engagement and many institutions are responding to this imperative. Yet many concerns have been raised about the motives behind internationalization, its benefits and challenges, and the short- and long-term benefits of student and faculty mobility. This conference provides a forum for a critical examination of these and other issues arising from this powerful global phenomenon.

Join us this spring in beautiful Vancouver, Canada.  Submit your proposal to present at the 2014 Tri-Nations Education Conference. Proposals will be reviewed as they are received and authors notified as soon as possible. The Call for Papers closes January 27, 2014 February 16.

This conference, initiated by the Deans of Education of five partner universities in China, Australia and Canada, is intended to encourage research exchange and collaboration on topics of importance to educators from around the world, but especially of interest in the Asia-Pacific Region.  Paper and presentation proposals are invited in any area related to the overall theme of the conference, but especially in the following areas:

  • Preparing teachers to work with increasingly diverse learners
  • Reciprocity, equity and social justice
  • Cooperation for global human development
  • Models of program and research collaboration
  • The value and challenges of comparative research
  • Cultural differences and educational research
  • Use of technology, online collaborative programs, MOOCs
  • Ethics of internationalization
  • Assessing the outcomes of internationalization
  • Internationalization of the curriculum
  • Institutional structures and processes
  • National policies and priorities
  • Language and international collaboration
  • Economics of internationalization
  • University status and rankings

Summaries of presentations and full papers will be published in the online 2014 Tri-Nations Education Conference proceedings after the conference.

Conference Languages

The official language of the conference is English.

Deadlines

Proposal & Abstract Submission Deadline: January 27, 2014

Early Bird Registration: before March 14, 2014

Conference: March 29-30, 2014

 

Submit your proposal by January 27 at:

http://trinations.educ.ubc.ca

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Canadian Institute of Food Science & Technology – Student Challenge! Deadline Mar 21st

The 17th Annual World Congress of Food Science and Technology is taking place in Montreal this summer (Aug 17-21). There will be a Student Challenge taking place during this congress, and all students are invited to participate – your travel to Montreal will be covered! Gather your teams of 4 and register by March 21, 2014 for the “Food Science Olympics”. Those who are interested in registering for the challenge should contact Dr. Xiaonan Lu in our Food Science department.

For more information, please click on the posters below.

2014 CIFST Student Challenge Info

2014 CIFST Student Challenge Registration Form

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APBI Get-together: Life After Applied Biology – Feb 11

Attention APBI students! You are invited to “Life After Applied Biology” a careers themed get-together in Agora, Tuesday, February 11, at 5pm. We’ll have a presentation on networking skills followed by a panel discussion by
LFS alumni talking about their work experiences since graduating.

There’ll be plenty of time to ask questions and talk individually to the panel members.  Food and refreshments provided.  R.S.V.P to lfs.apbi@ubc.ca. Check out the following poster for details: APBI Get Together Feb 11 2014

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Mar 14: Networking Opportunity with Non-Profit Organizations

The United Nations Association in Canada – Vancouver branch is excited to present the first annual Think Global, Link Local Networking Breakfast! The event takes place on March 14, 2014 from 8:30-10:30am at Floata Seafood Restaurant.

If you’re a high school or university student, recent graduate who wants to work, volunteer, or intern in the public or non-profit sectors, then this event is for you! Our goal is to connect Vancouver youth with the people who work to create social change every day.

Have the chance to meet the Executive Directors and senior staff who hire for these organizations! Habitat for Humanity, QMUNITY, Openmedia, Amnesty International, and Forest Ethics are just a few of the organizations who will be present at the breakfast.

To find a full list of organizations and more event information please check out our event page: http://unavancouver.wordpress.com/think-global-link-local/

Tickets are $25 per person.  We are encouraging people to register early in order to reserve a seat with their favourite organization. We would appreciate if you could share this information with your networks.


Follow us on Twitter @UNACVancouver

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Jan 29: UBC Engineering Info Session

Thinking of Transferring to UBC Engineering?

You’ll need to find out what you need to be eligible to apply. Find out more at the Prospective Student Information Session – January 29th, 6pm, Kaiser 2030, 2332 Main Mall.

If you have questions about admissions or UBC Engineering, this is a perfect opportunity to get them answered. engineering.ubc.ca/connects.

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Drop-in Advising in FNH is back! – starting Jan 28

It’s back! Starting January 28, 2014 until the end of term, an advisor will be available in the Food, Nutrition & Health building (2205 East Mall) from 12:30 – 4pm in Room 275 (2nd fl).

Feel free to come by with your questions or just to say “Hello!”

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Launch a Career in Canada – Mar 6

Launch a Career in Canada is the largest networking event dedicated to supporting international students for career development at UBC. Every year, over 200 international students are provided with the opportunity to connect with employers and UBC international alumni, to learn more about the Canadian job market, and gain valuable and practical tips on establishing their careers in Canada.

This event features three rounds of interactive roundtable discussion that allows participants to ask questions of the panelists, followed by a networking session with the panelists, employers and international alumni. Appetizers and refreshments will be served.

Date: March 6, 2014
Time: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Location: Library Square Conference Centre located at 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC

RSVP: Register to attend: https://shibboleth2.id.ubc.ca/idp/Authn/UserPassword

Due to limited seating only those that registered online and receive a confirmation email will be allowed entrance to the event.

For more information, please visit: http://blog.students.ubc.ca/ihouse/2014/01/17/launch-a-career-in-canada-2/.

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Jan 23, 3-5pm: Dietetics application help. Hosted by NutriSocial

Prospective dietetics students can have their resume and cover letter reviewed by current dietetics students (in 3rd and 4th year). The session is free for NutriSocial members, $2 for non-members. Students can also sign up for membership for just $5.

This will be a good opportunity for students applying to the dietetics program to get a detailed analysis of their application by students who’ve been accepted into the program.

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Innovate youBC Culture – 2014 Mental Health Symposium, Feb 1

On Saturday, February 1st, students, staff, faculty, community members, and parents will be coming together to engage in a dialogue that raises awareness and fosters collaborative action toward a shift in campus culture that values and supports mental well-being.

When? Saturday, February 1st, 9 am to 4:30 pm
Where? Brock Hall

For more information click here.

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) Community Cafe: Creating a Safe(r) Campus, Jan 21

Students, staff, faculty and community members are invited to join for an evening of dialogue, creativity and critical engagement. Help us explore what a safe(r)and healthier campus community would look like and how we can creatively approach the thoughtful design of such a community at UBC.  This event is organized Student Health Service – Wellness Outreach and The AMS Sexual Assault Support Centre (SASC) as part of UBC Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Sponsored in part by the AMS Sexual Assault Initiatives Fund.

Where? Bean Around the World Coffee House & Bistro at UBC – 6308 Thunderbird Blvd
When? Tuesday, January 21, 2013, 7-9 PM

For more information click here.

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