IBS Americas is currently accepting applications for 30 partial scholarships available to their executive programs in Sao Paulo, the most important business hub of South America.
Their short-term, intensive business programs are entirely taught in English, running during academic holidays, in January and July. These multicultural programs count on an extensive travel preparation and in-country support by the team.
Along with guest speakers and company visits, students gain knowledge about how to do business in Brazil and other developing economies.
This is a unique opportunity to know Brazil, one of the most important emerging countries, while exploring new academic and professional horizons. Their last groups were composed of students from more than thirty-five different countries. Visit their YouTube channel and watch testimonials from their alumni.
Students should state their interest on this page, or reach out to the IBS Americas team for more information (click here to email), no later than Sunday, March 10, 2019.
Executive Management Programs in Brazil – Accepting Applications
SOCI 495F: Community Based Participatory Research: Approaches and Applications
Looking for practical experience with Community-Based Participatory research?
Check out this exciting International Service Learning Program!
SOCI 495F: Community Based Participatory Research: Approaches and Applications
Summer 2019 | Taught by: Kerry Greer | Apply
Collaborate with an international community partner and learn how applied research can promote social change. Learn alongside partners in Costa Rica, Mexico, Kenya, Uganda, or India.
Who should take this course?
This course is open to all UBC students. Students interested in further developing their understanding of participatory research in an applied, international context are encouraged to apply for this course.
SOCI 495F provides an opportunity for you to gain experience in community-based research promoting positive social change, in this case through collaboration with an international community partner. SOCI 495F will consist of seminar style learning, on campus, during the month of May, and a 12 week international placement from June-August.
The course aims to identify research practices that decolonize knowledge-seeking in order to promote social and environmental justice. Students will explore issues that accompany the production of knowledge, including the operation of power through research relationships. Students in this class will be able to explore how their academic area of focus can be informed buy participatory research practices.
Funding opportunities available for all UBC students!
Applications are being processed in the order they are received. See course webpage for the application deadline.
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Roots on the Roof is Hiring!
Roots on the Roof is recruiting for its Core Committee! Applications are open right now until Friday, March 8. These positions will start in September 2019 and will run for the school year. Apply here!
They are also recruiting 2 WorkLearn students for the summer. These paid positions maintain the rooftop garden, oversee an internship mentorship curriculum, and are responsible for administration work. Please apply through Careers Online. Recruitment is open until Monday, March 18. Position description can be found here.
Crispy, crunchy and delicious – National Potato Chip Day! | March 14, 2019
On Thursday, March 14, UBC Applied Science and UBC Land and Food Systems are celebrating National Potato Chip Day with a talk titled The Science Behind Potato Chips: Crispy, crunchy and delicious.
Dean Rickey Yada of the Faculty of Land and Food Systems will be giving a talk about our favourite salty snack. Find out what gives them a unique taste, which country loves curry-flavoured chips, and much more! There will be plenty of time for questions and some taste-testing!
Limited spots are available. Register here.
The Science Behind Potato Chips: Crispy, crunchy and delicious
Speaker: Rickey Yada, Dean, Faculty of Land and Food Systems
Date: Thursday, March 14, 2019
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: CHBE 202 (2360 East Mall)
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UBC REC’s Storm the Wall | March 24-27, 2019
From Sunday, March 24 to Wednesday, March 27,UBC Recreation will host the annual Storm the Wall event, where teams of 5 compete in a race comprised of running, biking, swimming, as well as a climbing a 12 foot wall. This is a wonderful community building opportunity and a classic UBC legacy event. Whether you want to compete Just for Fun or in a Competitive heat, there is something for everyone and a guaranteed item to check off of your UBC bucket list!
The organizers of Storm the Wall are hoping to make this year’s Storm the Wall the biggest one yet, and they need the help of LFS to do it! You won’t regret being a part of this iconic UBC event that increases the energy on campus exponentially – and right when we all need it, at the end of midterms season! Sign up to register your team before Friday, March 15! Register to storm the wall with your team!
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Nutrition Night | March 28, 2019
The UBC Farm and UBC Food Services are hosting a Nutrition Night to celebrate Nutrition Month! Learn about healthy eating on a budget through a student-led tour at Save-On-Foods, followed by a pizza-making (and eating) session at the UBC Farm kitchen (all food prepared will be vegetarian with vegan and gluten-free options). The event will take place on Thursday, March 28 from 5:30 – 8:00pm. Students can choose to participate in the combined event (grocery tour and pizza-making) or individual events only. Registration is limited to 16 people, so sign up before it’s too late!
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LFS Grad Dinner: Grad Royale | March 23, 2019
LFS Grad Dinner – Grad Royale
On Saturday, March 23, join LFS|US in celebrating your final year at UBC! They have gathered great food and drinks, now they just need you and your friends to make it a party! Attendees will begin the night with a formal dinner at the Shangri-La Hotel whilst having the opportunity to hear from our favourite Dean, Rickey Yada. There will also be a photo booth, games, and raffle prizes! Check out the Facebook event page to purchase your tickets!
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MFRE Speaker Series | March 8, 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 Ian McLachlan, Manager of Climate Change for Innovation in the Ministry of Agriculture. The Innovation and Adaptation Services Branch provides expertise and support for domestic and international marketing, production strategies, and innovation. Within the branch, the Innovation and Climate Action Unit undertakes projects and initiatives that support an innovative, adaptive and globally competitive agrifood sector. The unit works in partnership with the agriculture industry to support adaptation at the regional and farm levels. The programming is delivered through the B.C. Agriculture & Food Climate Action Initiative, and is the most advanced work of its type in the country.
The seminar will take place on Friday, March 8 at 3:30pm in MCML 160. All are welcome to attend!
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UBC Farm Poultry Internship Opportunity
LFS ACE Team Presents – LFS: Career Stories with our Alumni | March 12, 2019
Ever wondered what a career could look like for an LFS grad? Are you graduating soon and feeling clueless? Eager to learn techniques in networking or grow your network?
If you answered yes to any of the above, look no further as LFS ACE TEAM presents “LFS: Career Stories with our Alumni”, an opportunity to gain inspiration and advice from professionals in the field of LFS. This is a great chance for career exploration as you familiarize yourself with a variety of career paths.
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