International Studies on Sustainable Agriculture – Cuba – Info Session | Nov. 9

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Emma Loughton

New Course: LFS 302A (3 credits)

This course is a wonderful experience for anyone who wants to understand more about sustainable food systems and resilient communities. Traveling for 23 days across Cuba, visiting its farms and research stations, you will learn how this tiny nation managed to receive – virtually overnight – the Right Livelihood Award of the Swedish Parliament for world excellence in organic agriculture and the “Sustainable Nation” award of the World Wildlife Fund based on ecological footprint and social development indices. Importantly, you will also connect with a network of Cuban change leaders that will be invaluable if you plan future work in the areas of community food security, sustainability, cooperation and resilience, and/or Latin America.

There will be 2 upcoming information sessions:

Session 1:

When:  Thursday, October 12th

Time:    12:30 – 1:30pm

Where:  MCML 258

Session 2:

When:   Thursday, November 9th

Time:     12:30 – 1:30pm

Where:   MCML 258

For more information, please visit  www.students.ubc.ca/cuba2018.

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Summer LFS 302A – Field Studies in Cuba Info Sessions | October 12 & November 9, 2017

Posted on October 5, 2017 by megan wurster

LFS Field Studies information sessions: Field Studies in Cuba

October 12th | 12:30pm – 1:30pm in MCML 258
November 9th | 12:30pm – 1:30pm in MCML 258

Program dates: April 30 – May 22, 2018

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Indonesia Trip Information Sessions: Summer LFS 302B | October 10 & October 18, 2017

Posted on October 5, 2017 by megan wurster

Information sessions for LFS 302B: Impact Evaluation Analytics: LFS International Field Studies – Indonesia will take place on:

October 10th at 12:30pm – 1:30pm in MCML 258 and
October 18th at 4:00pm – 5:00pm in MCML 258.

Program dates: May – mid-June, 2018

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Chem 111 & Chem 121 Midterm Prep Nights

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Emma Loughton

LFS Student Services is happy to announce:

CHEM 111 and CHEM 121 Midterm Prep nights

In order to help you prepare for your upcoming midterms, we will be holding a prep night for both the CHEM 111 and CHEM 121 midterms. The prep nights will take place on the Thursday of the week before the midterm.

Please note: for the CHEM 121 midterm, this will be in preparation for the second midterm of the course.

The format of the sessions will be small study groups with AMS tutors floating around the space. You will be encouraged to work in small groups to study together and learn from one another, however, the tutors will be there to support you and answer any tough questions that you may need more help with.

Please bring your own brain food and water to keep your nourished and focused during the session.

CHEM 111 Midterm Prep night

Date: Thursday, October 19th

Time: 4:00-6:00pm

Location: Learning Commons (MCML 360)

 

CHEM 121 Midterm Prep night

Date: Thursday, November 2nd

Time: 4:00-6:00pm

Location: Learning Commons (MCML 360)

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2018 International Livestock Congress Student Fellowships: Apply by Nov 15th

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Emma Loughton

2018 International Livestock Congress Student Fellowships

WHO: Undergraduate seniors and graduate students at colleges and universities.

WHAT: Applications are being accepted for the 2018 International Livestock Congress Student Fellowships. The International Livestock Congress (ILC), hosted by the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, is a unique global event that brings leaders from the livestock and meat industries together to discuss issues of international importance that affect the future of animal agriculture. The theme of the 2018 ILC will be Developing Offensive Strategies for Meat in the Diet and Global Trade.

To enhance the educational experiences of college students and strengthen the leaders of tomorrow’s livestock and meat industries, the International Stockmen’s Educational Foundation awards ILC travel fellowships annually to senior-level undergraduates and graduate students currently enrolled in accredited colleges or universities.

Fellowships include ILC registration, airfare, ground transportation, hotel, and scheduled meals.

WHEN: February 26 – March 3, 2018

WHERE: Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Houston, TX

APPLY: Applications must be submitted online and received by November 15, 2017.

To apply, follow the link here: http://www.theisef.com/travel-fellowship-application-1.html

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Global Experience Fair 2017 | Oct 4, 2017

Posted on September 28, 2017 by nlim20

Global Experience Fair 2017

Wednesday, October 4, 2017
10:00 am – 4:30 p.m.
Irving K Barber Learning Centre – main concourse

Drop by the Global Experience Fair in the main lobby at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre anytime between 10am and 4:30pm on Wednesday, October 4 to explore your options for international learning and getting global experience.

  • Exchange
  • Summer Abroad
  • Research Abroad
  • Global Seminars

There will also be a few info sessions happening during this time! For more information, please visit the UBC Go Global website.

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2017 Apple Festival at UBC Botanical Garden | Oct 14 & 15

Posted on September 27, 2017 by nlim20

Apple Festival at UBC Botanical Garden, October 14 & 15

Celebrate the versatile apple at the 26th annual Apple Festival at UBC Botanical Garden, October 14 & 15, 2017, 11 am – 4 pm.

Don’t miss:

  • 63 varieties of apples and over 70 varieties of trees for sale
  • Friends of the Garden Tasting Test – sample over 60 varieties of apples (additional fee applies)
  • Live entertainment all weekend long
  • Food fair featuring apple pie, hot apple cider, pizza, perogies and more
  • Children’s Area with crafts, games and everybody’s favourite Leaf Pile!
  • Vote for your favourite in the Scarecrow Contest
  • Best Apple Display in Canada

Details
Location: UBC Botanical Garden, 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4
botanicalgarden.ubc.ca/apple-festival

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Backpacking with a Purpose: Applications due November 22nd

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Emma Loughton

BACKPACKING WITH A PURPOSE: 2018 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Operation Groundswell is a non-profit organization that runs volunteering programs abroad. We examine various social justice issues while working in solidarity with local activists, non-profit organizations, and communities. We are looking for globally conscious and socially active students who want to spend their summer exploring some of the most complex and beautiful countries in the world!

If you’re into cultural exchange, meaningful community service, and off-the-beaten path adventure, apply by November 22nd!

Programs are filling up quickly so apply as soon as possible.

Check out where we go: 

 www.operationgroundswell.com

Programs of various themes are currently open in the following countries:

Bolivia – Environmental Justice

Thailand – Alternative Tourism, Environmental Conservation, or Food Justice

India – Alternative Education or Gender & Religion

Guatemala – Human Rights, Food Justice, or Fair Trade

Cambodia – Environmental Justice or Alternative Education

Peru – Human Rights, Environmental Justice, or Alternative Tourism

Ecuador – Food Justice

Bangladesh – Fair Trade

Can’t travel in the summer? Join us for our alternative breaks in the winter and spring!

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Get involved with the SLC 2018 | deadlines in Sept & Oct 2017

Posted on September 21, 2017 by nlim20

Applications have launched for SLC 2018! Whether you’re looking to get involved with the conference by volunteering, running a Workshop/Learning Lab, or nominating a peer for an award, apply now! All application links and deadlines on www.slc.ubc.ca, or find us on Facebook @UBCSLC for updates and more information.

Information of all applications and respective deadlines:
AWARDS – Know an outstanding peer or organization who you think deserves recognition? Nominate your peers for one of the three awards!
Showcase Awards: September 29th
Nestor Korchinsky: October 6th
Faces of Today: October 13th

WORKSHOPS/LEARNING LABS – Have a skill or story that you want to share and teach others? Apply to run a workshop or a learning lab!
Workshops/Learning Labs: October 6th

ASSOCIATE COORDINATORS/VOLUNTEERS – Get involved with the SLC! Apply to join the planning committee as an Associate Coordinator, or a Volunteer on the day of the conference!
Associate Coordinators: September 29th
Volunteers: October 25th

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LFS Fall Convocation Ceremony | Nov 24, 2017 @ 11:30AM

Posted on September 20, 2017 by nlim20

ICYMI – the UBC Fall Convocation schedule is out and LFS students approved to graduate this November 2017 will be crossing the stage on Friday, November 24  at 11:30AM: http://graduation.ubc.ca/schedule-fall-2017/.

More information can be found on the UBC Graduation website: http://graduation.ubc.ca/students/

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