Health Professionals of Tomorrow Fair, volunteers needed – due Jan 24

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

Looking for something fun and rewarding to do during Reading Week? Love working with children? The Health Science Student Association (HSSA) is looking for volunteers for the annual Health Professionals of Tomorrow (HPT) Fair!

As a volunteer, you will be heading out to 2 elementary schools in Vancouver to teach kids about your health care career (or a career of your choice) through fun and interactive activities that you plan with other volunteers.

For more information and the application form, please visit their Google Docs link. The application deadline is January 24. Email the HSSA if you have any questions (hssa.hpt@gmail.com)!

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SCWIST Brown Bag Lunch: Goal-setting, Jan 29

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

The Brown Bag Series is a monthly event organized by the Society of Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) whose purpose is to provide a place for learning and discussion of topics to help women in STEM fields advance their careers.

*Topic: Goal Setting: How to Achieve Your Career Objectives*

*Date: January 29th, 2014*

 * Time: 12:15-1:45pm*

 * Place: UBC Point Grey Campus, Beaty Biodiversity Research Centre (Room 225)*

Have a goal or hope for your career future? Unsure how to get started on achieving it? Come join us as guest speaker Michelle Berner, a UBC Human Resources Coach, gives us tips on how to do just that and more!

Come and join us for fun, interactive sessions!

Coffee, tea and cookies will be served; please bring your own mug.

If you would like to join us for our Brown Bag Meeting in January, please register via email:

**scwist.brown.bag@gmail.com**

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Dual Degree (BSc FNH and BEd Home Ec) application due – Jan 31

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

Do you remember Home Economics in high school? Applied Skills 8…Junior/Senior Foods…Textiles? Remember how FUN it was?! If you’re interested in a career in Education and Home Economics, this program is for you!

The Dual Degree concurrent program offers capable students to earn a BEd, Secondary degree alongside their BSc in Food, Nutrition and Health degree, all in five years. Successful students will graduate with both degrees at the same time and will be recommended for a Professional Teaching Certificate. 

Students may apply for admission to this program in Term 2 of Year 2. Admission requires an academic average of at least 65% (and maintained to remain in the program), as well as completion or in progress of completing ENGL 112 (or equivalent) and 3 credits of literature (ENGL 110, 120 or 121). Dual Degree students must also participate in school experience placements. The application deadline is January 31.

For full details, please visit the LFS website. Dual Degree applications can be printed out online and submitted to LFS Student Services (344 – 2357 Main Mall). 

Got questions? We’ve got answers! You can make an appointment with Natalie (Advising Officer) in LFS Student Services. 

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iKonnect 2014 Networking Event – Jan 21

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

iKonnect 2014 – the seventh annual healthcare networking event is happening Tuesday, Jan 21st 6-8pm at Ladha. You will get the chance to personally socialize with healthcare professionals from across BC – including doctors, pharmacists, dentists, physiotherapists, and more. Current students in those fields will also be available to answer questions about admissions and selection processes into programs like med school, pharmacy school, and not to mention, dietetics! Events where you get to intimately converse with such professionals are rare, so come out if you would like to gain insight about your opportunities and goals in the healthcare field!

In support of a global healthcare charity, HOPE INTERNATIONAL, we are holding a online auction of exam prep materials sponsored by the Princeton Review and Prep101. Bids for vouchers valued up to $1000 will start at only $1! Please check our event page for more details on how to bid.

For charity, we ask of a min. $2 entrance donation. We will be providing coat and baggage check, as well as free gourmet platters including sushi! Please RSVP on our event page and spread the word to any of your friends who may be interested in attending.

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Africa Awareness Initiative 11th Annual Conference Week – Jan 20-24, 2014

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

Africa Awareness Initiative is pleased to present Re-Writing the Story, the 11th annual Conference Week 2014 from Jan 20 -24, 2014.

Join us for the Opening Ceremony with Njeri Rionge, one of Africa’s top female entrepreneurs on Monday, Jan 20 (6:30-8:30pm) at UBC’s Museum of Anthropology.

To order tickets and for details of the event, please visit EventBrite.

You can also learn more by visiting their website.

 

 

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LFSUS Presents: AGGIE WEEK, Jan 20-24, 2014

Posted on January 14, 2014 by nlim20

During the week of January 20-24th, we will be celebrating the faculty of Land and Food Systems by having various events around MacMillan everyday! Make sure you come by to receive some sweet LFS swag and get a chance to win awesome prizes!

You may be wondering, “Why is it called Aggie Week?”
Well, the Land and Food Systems used to be called “Agricultural Sciences”. It was one of the founding faculties of UBC in 1916 and ‘Aggies’ was a shortened term for ‘Agricultural’, mainly used colloquially. This was until an amalgamation occurred a number of years ago that combined a number of different faculties together, warranting a new name for the faculty. 

Make sure you #AGGIEWEEK to get your pictures up on our website!

MONDAY, JANUARY 20TH: A Pancake Breakfast

Where: MacMillan Courtyard
When: 9-11 am

TUESDAY, JANUARY 21ST: Apple Tasting & Apple Bobbing

Where: Agora
When: 1-3 pm

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22ND: A Local Superfoods Themed Wednesday Night Dinner

Where: Agora
When: 5 pm

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23RD: A CRAZY-FUNTASTIC CARNIVAL!

Where: MacMillan Courtyard
When: 12-3 pm 

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24TH: The Bourbon

Where: The Bourbon
When: 9 pm

For details and updates, check out the Facebook Event! 

COME CELEBRATE THIS CRAZY SPIRIT WEEK WITH ALL YOUR FAVOURITE LFS-ERS!

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What can the LFS Learning Centre do for you?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Winnie Ng

The LFS Learning Centre is enhancing student learning through innovative teaching practices, and learning technology.

Have an idea for a project using media and/or technology but not quite sure where to even start? Talk to the guys in the Learning Centre for help bringing your ideas to life. This great resource is available to all LFS faculty, students, and staff.

[youtube]http://youtu.be/H4YbipIYOYg[/youtube]

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MEd in Educational Administration and Leadership – starts April 2014

Posted on January 10, 2014 by nlim20

MEd in Educational Administration Campaign Poster

Beginning April 2014, UBC¹s Faculty of Education is offering an MEd in Educational Administration and Leadership, focusing on Leadership, Mentorship, and Engagement for Contexts of Diversity and Indigenous Education. The program is offered in partnership with the Vancouver School Board.

Interested? Check out their website – program starts later this year!

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Job Opportunity: Student Worker, UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre

Posted on January 10, 2014 by nlim20

The UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre is located in Agassiz, 130 km east of the UBC Point Grey Campus.  The farm is required to operate on a financially self-sustaining basis.  In addition to its operation as a fully functioning dairy (milk) production enterprise, the Centre plays a unique role as a centre for research, teaching, and technology transfer relating to dairy and forage production, agronomic crops and practices, and soils.  These activities involve active participation by faculty members and students from U.B.C. and other universities, government specialists, industry groups, and individuals.

A seasonal employment opportunity is available from May 1 to August 31. Preference will be given applicants with post-secondary education in agriculture an/or farm animal experience.

See http://dairycentre.landfood.ubc.ca/community-outreach/job-opportunities/job-posting-student-worker/ for the full job posting.

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Volunteer opportunities for UBC Tax Assistance Clinic for Students (UBC TACS)

Posted on January 10, 2014 by sarahmakepeace

Are you confused about taxes? Do you want to learn how to file your income tax return and give back to the community? Join UBC TACS! UBC Tax Assistance Clinic for Students (UBC TACS) is a student-run organization that assists students and low-income individuals in tax return preparation from late February to the end of March. We are currently looking for student supervisors and volunteers to help our 1700+ clients file their income tax returns.

Applications are open to students from ALL faculties who are interested in learning more about filing personal income tax returns and are passionate about giving back. No experience in tax is required and training will be provided. This year, the clinic runs from February 25 to March 31, 2014.

Benefits:
– Gain volunteer hours
– Develop stronger communication, management, problem-solving, and leadership skills
– Gain relevant tax and accounting experience
– Have the opportunity to network with professionals in the accounting industry
– Certificate of recognition from the Canada Revenue Agency upon successful completion of the program
– Receive first-hand training from the Canada Revenue Agency
– Meet new people!

Deadline for supervisor applications are Friday, January 10, 2014 at 11:59 PM (today)!

Deadline for volunteer applications are Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 11:59 PM

Visit http://apply.ubctacs.org/ for applications and details.

Facebook Event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/234470513397712/

Feel free to email us at volunteers@ubctacs.org with any questions!

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