Can I do this for a living?: a panel on working in community

Posted on October 15, 2013 by kylenelson

Can I Do This for a Living?

The Learning Series is hosted by the Centre for Community Engaged Learning for students to provide more context, time to reflect, and learn more about community.  Thursday, October 17th from 4pm until 6pm at Walter Gage Residence in the Media Room.

This specific panel will share tips, tactics, and experiences about working in and understanding the non-profit sector. It’s a great chance for you to explore what a career in community can look like and understand how these three individuals got to the jobs they have now.  These jobs are very different, so it’s a great chance for you to see the possibilities beyond the stereotypical jobs in community. 

Joining us will be

  • Barbara Grantham who is the President & CEO, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, Barbara holds a BA degree in Political Studies from Queen’s University, and a Masters degree in Public Policy and Public Administration from Carleton University.
  • Lloyd Lee who is a Design and Analytics Manager at Climate Smart BC and who holds a BASc in Mechanical Engineering (University of British Columbia), and is a BREEAM Registered Assessor.
  • Jules Andre-Brown a Support Facilitator at Spectrum Society for Community Living and a radio host who teaches a DJ course at CiTR at the University of British Columbia.

For more information on this session, click here.

 

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Go Global Group Study Programs for LFS Students

Posted on October 15, 2013 by kylenelson

Go Global is thrilled to be able to offer Group Study Programs applicable to LFS students. Applications are open for all programs now, so please see below for the following applicable programs.

1. Science, Systems and Sustainability: Iceland Field Course

    • ISCI 361: Field Course: Systems Approaches to Regional Sustainability (3 credits)
    • May 2 – May 23, 2014, taught in Iceland
    • Application is open via website, contact leah.macfadyen@ubc.ca for more information

2. Exploring Forestry and Conservation in China

    • CONS 449 Directed Studies: International Experiences in Chinese Conservation (3 credits) and FRST 449 Directed Studies: Contemporary Chinese Forestry (3 credits)
    • May 4 – May 31, 2014, taught in Nanjing, China
    • Info session: October 18, 2013 or Novermber 4, 2013  from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in the Forest Sciences Centre 1220

3. International Conservation and Forest Resource Management Field School

    • CONS 453 (6 credits)
    • May 12 – June 23, 2014. Taught in multiple locations in India
    • Info session: Tuesday, Nov 5, 2013, from 2:00-3:00pm in the Forest Science Building, Rm. 1222

For more information, please contact us at go.global@ubc.ca. RSVPs to info sessions are helpful to us, but walk ins are welcome.

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$1000 education award from Holstein Canada

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Winnie Ng

Each year, Holstein Canada awards 6 students across Canada for their achievements in farm involvement, academic studies, work experience, youth program involvement, and future career choices. For more information, please click on the poster and application form below.

Rules

  1. must be a regular or junior member of Holstein Canada, or a son/daughter of a member.
  2. must have completed at least one year of university/college (or Cégep in Québec)
  3. must submit an official, original transcript (faxed and photocopied submissions will not be accepted) and a copy of your resume, including reference list
  4. must be returning to school within the calendar year
  5. Submissions may be typed on the pages provided or made via Holstein Canada’s web site, www.holstein.ca.

Selection and Notification:

Six bursaries of $750 will be awarded as such: Western Canada (1), Ontario (2), Quebec (2) and Atlantic Canada (1).

Consideration will be given to each category as follows:

  • 30 points, farm involvement & work experience
  • 30 points, youth program involvement
  • 20 points, career choice
  • 20 points, points scholastic record

Other accomplishments may influence the Selection Committee in the event of a close decision.

Winners will be notified immediately upon the Committee’s decision in December. A general announcement will be made through the Info Holstein publication at a later date.

Application Deadline:

The completed application along with required documents, must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 2013. It is the responsibility of the applicant to confirm receipt with Holstein Canada.

Enquiries:

Janet Walker
tel: 519-756-8300 ext 267
fax: 519-756-9982
e-mail: jwalker@holstein.ca

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CSI&C Presents the Experts Workshop: Mastering LinkedIn with our LinkedIn Expert – Presented By Steve Watt from LinkedIn

Posted on October 9, 2013 by kylenelson

Date: Oct 28, 2013 @ 5 pm – 6:30pm

Location: Wesbrook Building Room 100

Student RSVP On CareersOnline: https://ubc-csm.symplicity.com/students/index.php/pid159875?mode=form&id=ec9e3fbae3636b2815ae77400fb638c1&s=event&ss=ws

The main purpose of the session is to help students understand how companies are increasingly finding and assessing talent, and what that means to them as they launch and manage their careers. We’ll cover:

  • Building strong LinkedIn profile
  • Building a network that will serve you well throughout your career
  • Engaging your network to raise your profile as a thought leader in areas you are passionate about
  • Networking your way into a warm conversation with prospective employers
  • Tapping into alumni networks on LinkedIn
  • And lots of time for questions. Hopefully, lots of questions!

A little more about Steve:

Steve Watt
Canadian Marketing Manager
Global Content & Thought Leadership Team Member
LinkedIn

Steve Watt leads Canadian marketing for LinkedIn’s disruptive employer branding and talent acquisition solutions. He is also a frequent keynote speaker at LinkedIn events for HR leaders throughout North America. When not speaking to corporate audiences, Steve can often be found on university campuses across Canada, sharing advice for career launch and management in today’s social media world.

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Application deadline for 2014 UBC Farm Practicum in Sustainable Agriculture is October 15!

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Winnie Ng

Interested in sustainability and/or applying what you’ve learned in your LFS classes? Consider the 8-month UBC Farm practicum!

Check the UBC Farm Practicum webpage for a full program overview and download your application form today. Applications are due October 15th.

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Oct 9: Wednesday Night Dinner Menu – Italian Theme

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Winnie Ng

On the menu this week for the Wednesday Night Dinner is Italian fare!

Entree: Tomato Mushroom Pasta or Lemon-Anchovy Pasta
Side: Garlic Bread
Salad: Blue Cheese Caesar Salad
Dessert: Banana Foster

Agora | Wednesday | 5pm | $5!

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West End Food Festival – Oct 4-7

Posted on October 4, 2013 by nlim20

The West End Food Festival it is happening from October 4th-7th at the Gordon Neighbourhood House!

Check out the facebook event for details.
https://www.facebook.com/events/440604082725988/449060788546984/?notif_t=plan_mall_activity

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“Is Food a Right?” lecture – Oct 7

Posted on October 4, 2013 by nlim20

Monday October 7th from 6:30-8pm there is a great lecture happening called “Is Food a Right?“. It is a panel on issues around access to Food. It is happening at the Gordon Neighbourhood House.

This is a free event but you do have to register at http://accesstofoodpanel.eventbrite.ca/.

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Dietetics Students presents a medieval-themed dinner – Oct 29

Posted on October 4, 2013 by nlim20

Hear ye, hear ye! All Lords and Ladies of LFS are invited to attend “A Knight to Remember Medieval Feast”, happening in the Totem Res Dining Hall Tuesday, October 29th. Dinner service begins at 5:00 pm and features roast chicken and hearty vegan stew with ingredients from UBC Farm. This event is being planned by Dietetics students, so come out and support them!

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UBC CAFP presents a Granville Island Brewery Tour – Oct 19

Posted on October 4, 2013 by nlim20
UBC CAFP invites you to take 1 hour off your studies and unwind before/during/after your midterms! 
 
UBC CAFP proudly presents the Granville Island Brewery Tour happening on Saturday, Oct 19th.
The Granville Island Brewery is the first Canadian microbrewery and serves up unique local flavours such as Cypress Honey Lager and Kitsilano Maple Cream Ale. This is a wonderful opportunity for an insider peek at the world of microbreweries and have beers with great people! 
Time: 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19th, 2013. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts at the entrance of the brewery.
Location: Granville Island Brewery Tour: 1441 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC V6H3R7
Directions to Granville Island Brewery: 1) From UBC (Bus 84 and get off W 4Ave FS Fir St) 2) From downtown (Bus 50 and get off at W2 Av NS Anderson St)
Tickets: $10 Tickets holders will have an exclusive educational tour on the art of beer craft and 3 samples of 4 oz. beers. This event is open to public so invite your friends! Sign Up NOW
*There are very limited space available!
**This event is restricted to ages 19+
Please make your payment in the bellowing time slots in front of Agora café area (MCML basement) Holly- Oct 7th , 9th , 16th , 12-1 p.m. (holly.haixin.l@gmail.com /778-869-9074) Kaela- Oct 15th, 11-12 p.m. (mkbarker6@gmail.com)
If you can’t make any of the time above, please contact one of the executives above to arrange another time!
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