Apply to be a LFS Firsts Co-Chairs – applications due Feb 28

Posted on February 25, 2015 by nlim20

Have you ever wanted to organize a successful event for incoming First Year students? Do you have the dedication and skills to lead a committee throughout 6 months of planning? Are you organized, responsible, and able to set achievable deadlines? If so , then apply to become 1 of the 2 LFS “Firsts” (Previously FROSH) Co-chairs!

Duties include: Head of the entire LFS FIRSTS 2015 event

  • Hire and lead a planning committee to organize and run FIRSTS 2014
  • Facilitate reimbursements and aid in budget management
  • Liaise with faculty and LFS|US to ensure successful execution of LFS FIRSTS
  • Recruit volunteers for the event
  • General management of volunteers
  • Be creative and HAVE FUN!

Please apply by 11:59PM February 28, 2015

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Volunteer Project Assistant Opportunity at Richmond Food Security Society

Posted on February 25, 2015 by elizabethyu

The Richmond Food Security Society is currently looking for 1-2 motivated and energetic volunteers to join them as Project Assistants this spring/summer.

As part of the Get Rooted! Project Team, volunteer Project Assistants will engage and mobilize like-minded individuals to address the root causes of food insecurity and build fair and sustainable systems.

This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in food security, environmental education, youth engagement, and community development.

Time Commitment: 5 hours/week for 6 months
Application Deadline: March 6th

Click here for the for more information

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“Lentil Underground” book launch and cooking demo – Mar 5

Posted on February 24, 2015 by nlim20

Author Liz Carlisle and Dave Oien will be at UBC to tell the remarkable story of an unheralded group of Montana farmers who defied corporate agribusiness by launching a unique sustainable food movement.

Thursday March 5

4-6pm

FNH 60

Chef Steve Golob of UBC’s Place Vanier will be conducting a cooking demonstration with a the unique heritage grains and pulses from the Montana farmers featured in the book. Bring a bowl and cutlery for samples!

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Values in Perspective Food Security Workshop – Mar 3, RSVP by Mar 2

Posted on February 24, 2015 by nlim20

Food Security workshop information:

Date: Tuesday, March 3

Time: 6:30PM – 8:45PM

RSVP via Eventbrite: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-security-workshop-tickets-15736483245?aff=efbevent

Facebook Event Page: http://on.fb.me/1Alv3cL

Location: UBC-Point Grey Campus. 1961 E Mall, Irving K. Barber Library. ROOM 261, Vancouver, CA

Cost: None! Thanks to the UBC Connect to Community Grants (donations welcome)

Values in Perspective is an initiative aimed at fostering constructive dialogue between different sectors of society to achieve sustainable models of development. Our approach: encourage knowledge-sharing and professional development by promoting a global mindset to local issues.

Check out our website ValuesInPerspective.com for more information!

BELOW IS MORE DETAILED INFORMATION REGARDING THE WORKSHOP

Human population is growing and the increasing demands of our industrial processes and urbanized systems have put a strain on our environment and health. Join us for insights on what we can do as individuals and as a society to access healthy and sustainable food sources while learning about local, national, and international food security.

Panel Members:

Stephanie Lim: Coordinator, Renfrew Collingwood Food Security Institute (Local and Community Food Security Initiatives)

Karly Pinch: Farmer and coordinator for the Vancouver Urban Farming Society

Jill Guerra: MA, interdisciplinary background. Research focus on the intersection of sustainable agriculture initiatives, food security & poverty reduction (focus in Latin America)

NOTE: Please RSVP via EventBrite by Monday, March 2 at 5:00pm PST. If you can no longer attend, please e-mail info@valuesinperspective.com. These workshops are more interactive in nature and hence smaller in size so make sure to RSVP before spots fill up!

Thank you for your time and please do not hesitate in contacting us should you have any questions. We hope to see you soon and please help us like our Facebook page and Twitter!

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Launch a Career in Canada Event – March 3rd

Posted on February 23, 2015 by sarahmakepeace

Launch a Career in Canada is the largest networking event dedicated to supporting international students for career development at UBC.  International students are provided with the opportunity to connect with industry professionals 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 a keynote presentation, three rounds of interactive roundtable discussion that allows participants to ask questions and interact with professionals from a range of different sectors, followed by a networking session with the industry professionals and international alumni.

RSVP:  http://students.ubc.ca/career/events/launch-career-canada.Due to limited seating only those that registered online and receive a confirmation email will be allowed entrance to the event.

Tickets: $10 (plus GST) – this event is limited to UBC International student only

Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Time: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Location: Library Square Conference Centre located at 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC.

For more information visit the Launch a Career in Canada website.

Please note that the website will be updated with bios and photos of participating industry professionals as they are confirmed.

Taken from: http://blog.students.ubc.ca/ihouse/2015/02/06/launch-a-career-in-canada-event/

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Returning Home? Essential job search tips before going back – March 5th

Posted on February 23, 2015 by sarahmakepeace

Are you an International Student returning home to work after graduation?

Join us for a workshop that will provide you with tips on how to leverage the skills you developed in Canada and start your job search. You will also learn how to start building your network.

When is this workshop? 
Thursday March 5, 2015
12:00-1:00PM

Where is this workshop?

Centre for Student Involvement and Careers (Brock Hall)

Where do I register?

Visit CareersOnline to register.

Taken from: http://blog.students.ubc.ca/ihouse/2015/02/20/returning-home-essential-job-search-tips-before-going-back/

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Values in Perspective: Social Sustainability Workshop, Feb 24

Posted on February 20, 2015 by nlim20

Date: Tuesday, February 24

Time: 6:30PM – 8:45PM

RSVP via Eventbrite: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-sustainability-workshop-tickets-15706020129?aff=efbevent

Facebook Event Page: http://on.fb.me/1Aj8ZOx

Location: 1961 E Mall. Irving K. Barber Library. ROOM 185

Vancouver, BC V6T 1Y3. UBC – Point Grey Campus

This event is free of charge thanks to the generous support by UBC Connect to Community Grants and the Rotaract Club of Vancouver. Donations are however welcome. Please see our website for further information ValuesInPerspective.com.

Below is more information regarding the Sustainability Workshop

Sustainability is not exclusively associated with the natural environment. The need for people to have access to basic assets to not only survive, but to grow are key for a prosperous and sustainable society. Join us for a lively discussion and interactive breakout sessions on how we as individuals and as a society can tackle the systemic social issues that inflict marginalized communities.

Keynote:

Jeff Baergen: Community Engagement Coordinator at the UGM in the Downtown Eastside (Systemic Issues)

Panel Members:

Tara Taylor: Potluck Catering and Manager at Recipes for Success (Social Enterprises)

Patti Bacchus: Trustee, Vancouver Board of Education (Policy & Education)

Marcia Nozick: CEO, Embers (Eastside Movement for Business & Economic Renewal Society)

Cherie Payne: LL.B, Consulting, former Vancouver School Board Trustee (Advocacy & Public Engagement)

NOTE: Please RSVP via EventBrite by Monday, February 23 at 5:00pm PST. Those who can no longer attend, please e-mail info@valuesinperspective.com. These workshops are more interactive in nature and hence smaller in size so make sure to RSVP before spots fill up!

Thank you for your time and please do not hesitate in contacting us should you have any questions. We hope to see you soon and please help us like our Facebook page and Twitter.

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Worked on campus last year? Tax slips now available!

Posted on February 19, 2015 by nlim20

If you worked for UBC in 2014 (e.g. WorkLearn, faculty, department, etc.), your T4 and T4A slips are now available online: http://finance.ubc.ca/news/tax-slips-now-available-online.

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International Service Learning opportunities in Costa Rica – Summer 2015!

Posted on February 17, 2015 by nlim20

Looking for a way to get some experience and learn how to apply your academic discipline beyond the classroom?

International Service Learning is an opportunity which can help you do just that!

Final Application Deadline: MARCH 1, 2015

Contact: ubc.isl@ubc.ca

Below are programs being offered for Summer 2015 in Costa Rica! Check out all of the programs and apply at www.students.ubc.ca/isl

PROGRAM

Natural Areas Management Planning is a three-month opportunity to better understand how stakeholders and variables interact with natural areas management planning, gain a fuller sense of the strategies available in species conservation, implement critical thinking, communication, teamwork and leadership skills while gaining experience in creating a land-use management plan.

Environmental Education and Community-based Natural Resource Management is a three-month opportunity to further understand the role that education plays in conservation and community-based natural resource management and to deepen your understanding of the connections between communities, organizations, conservation and natural resource management in addition to understanding why there are species at risk and necessary strategies for their protection. You will work to develop an integrated environmental education program in collaboration with a local school.

FUNDING

International Service Learning Award – The ISL Award for Summer programs valued at $1,500.  All accepted participants will be assessed for eligibility.

Applications are currently being accepting on a rolling basis until March 1, 2015.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Storm the Wall 2015 – LFS Teams can get sponsored by LFS|US! Deadline Feb 25

Posted on February 16, 2015 by nlim20

Storm the Wall is coming up this March 22th-26th and everyone is encouraged to participate! The first 10 teams comprising mostly LFS students (i.e. at least 3 out of 5 students) will be reimbursed 50% of the registration fee of $45, sponsored by LFS|US. Early bird registration deadline is on Feb 25th. 

Please e-mail lfsus.athrep@gmail.com for more information about registration fee reimbursements and visit http://www.recreation.ubc.ca/intramurals/events/storm-the-wall/ for more details on this event.

 

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