BC SPCA Wild ARC Summer Practicum Program, deadline March 1

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

BC SPCA Wild Animal Rehabilitation Center (ARC) Summer Practicum Program is now accepting applications for 2015. The BC SPCA Wild ARC just outside of Victoria, BC is currently recruiting for its Summer Practicum Program. These two-month voluntary positions allow practicum participants to gain hands-on experience with Vancouver Island’s diverse wildlife species including fawns, raccoons, squirrels, songbirds and raptors.

This position is a valuable learning opportunity for anyone pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, technology, environmental, natural resource, or animal welfare studies. Practicums can be completed as part of an educational requirement, or to receive a Practicum Certificate through the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council.

Interested applicants can find more information here.

Applications are due March 1st, 2015.

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Volunteer at Agora!

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

Agora Cafe is still looking for volunteers! If you are looking to get involved on campus, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

They are looking for more volunteers to fill the following shifts, with the highest priority being Tuesday and Thursday Mornings!

Mondays 9-11, 10-2, 12-2, 2-4

Tuesdays 9-11, 11-1, 12-2, 1-3,

Wednesdays 10-12, 12-2

Thursdays 9-11, 10-12, 11-1, 12-2, 2-4

Fridays 9-11, 10-12, 11-1, 12-2

And to please check out our blog https://blogs.ubc.ca/agora/

and email agora.eats.hr@gmail.com for more information!

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Faculty Cup 2015, Jan 29th

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

Remember those sports day back in elementary and high school? The UBC AMS Student Life + Communications is here to bring you a university edition – FACULTY CUP 2015!

On January 29th, throw on your faculty colours, show your game face and unleash your moment. Faculty Cup is an awesome afternoon of sports and activities promoting faculty pride and friendly inter-faculty competition. LFS students, let’s represent our faculty and take home the Faculty Cup trophy!

Register Now: facultycup.rezgo.com
On the site, click on “More details” and then select your faculty from the choices on the right hand column.

If sports isn’t your thing, they will also be hosting free activities running in the SUB, Irving Library and Abdul Ladha Science Student Centre so you can learn and live a healthy, active lifestyle

LFS|US will also be selling tickets for $5 during our Wednesday Night Dinners and events during Aggie Week. Come by to one of the events and get your ticket! Check out the LFS Faculty Cup Event

More information on the Faculty Cup

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LFS|US and FUS SAAM Showcase Night, Jan 27th

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

In January,  UBC promotes and runs Sexual Assault Awareness Month with many diverse events, social media coverage, and campaigns initiated by students, staff and faculty.

The Land and Food Systems and Foresty Undergraduate Societies are collaborating to host a Poetry Slam/ Showcase and Music Night around the theme of sexual assault, awareness, consent and confidence. It will be an informative night, filled with music and food. All students are welcomed!

When: January 27th, 6-8pm
Where: Agora Cafe in the MacMillan Basement

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LFS|US Wednesday Night Dinners Every Wednesday

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

Hungry at 5 pm on Wednesdays and don’t know where to find food? LFS|US is bringing Wednesday Night Dinners back EVERY Wednesday! Come down to the Agora Space in MacMillan for a delicious and hearty meal for only $5.  Don’t forget to bring your tupperware to skip the line!

The themes of the dinners will always be different. Here are two upcoming ones:

January 14th: Back to school! Featuring WHEAT
January 21st: Fiesta!

We will also be selling faculty cup tickets on January 14th and 21st for only $5. Secure your spot to share your pride and athleticism on the LFS team with your free t-shirt when you register!

Looking to volunteer but not sure where to start? LFS|US is always accepting new volunteers to come help out at the Wednesday Night Dinners.

Contact: lfsus.wnd@landfood.ubc.ca

 

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LFS|US Presents: AGGIE Week! Jan 19-23

Posted on January 14, 2015 by elizabethyu

It’s that time of year, LFS – the biggest spirit week for our faculty! Aggie Week is happening from January 19-23 and will be full of games, food and fun events!

Here is the schedule of awesome events happening:

MONDAY JANUARY 19th
Pancake Breakfast Kickoff + sign up for Faculty Cup
Time: 9:30-11:30AM
Location: MacMillan Courtyard

TUESDAY JANUARY 20TH
Salad Bar: come for a free addition to your lunch
Time: 11:30-1PM
Location: Agora space

Quidditch with UBC Science!
Time: 3-5PM
Location: The field behind Irving

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 21ST
Wednesday Night Dinner presents: Fiesta!
Time: 5PM
Location: Agora Space

THURSDAY JANUARY 22ND
LFS Carnival!
Time: 12-4PM
Apple Bobbing (12:30PM)
Donut Grabbing (2:00PM)
Pie-ing the Dean (2:00PM)
Food: Rootbeer floats, hot dogs, popcorn and more
(hotdogs available from 12-2PM)
Pump Up event for Faculty Cup (3:30PM)
Prizes: FOOD + Faculty Cup Admission
Location: MacMillan Courtyard

FRIDAY JANUARY 23RD
LFS takes you to the Bourbon
Time: FREE COVER before 9:30pm
Location: The Bourbon

Click Here for more information

Faculty Cup Tickets will be sold all throughout the week at any of our events for only $5! Don’t wait, tickets are selling fast! These tickets come with a free t-shirt, participation in all games, and access to the after party. Come and join the friendly competition with other faculties on campus!

Click Here for more information

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Reading Week volunteer opportunities for students

Posted on January 12, 2015 by kylenelson

build my careerWhat are you doing Reading Week?
Do something this Reading Week by joining 400 UBC students taking part in a 3-day community project in a local school or non-profit organization. With 17 projects to choose from, themes include healthy living, art, science, and sustainability. To learn more about the projects, visit our website: http://students.ubc.ca/career/community-experiences/reading-week Deadline to sign up is January 21.

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Food and Environment Major Info Session – January 29, 2015

Posted on January 12, 2015 by nlim20

Calling all students in the Food and Environment major!

You’re invited to an information session and Q&A on Thursday, January 29 12pm-1pm, in MacMillan Rm 350.  Bring your lunch, we’ll provide refreshments and snacks. This meeting is for all Food and Environment students, 1st through 4th year.  Chris McGill, APBI program coordinator will host the meeting. The purpose is to get feedback from students about questions and/or concerns they may have about their major. To facilitate the discussion it would be very useful if you could send to Chris McGill a list of up to three questions/areas of concern/ideas for discussion.  Please r.s.v.p. with your questions by January 26th to UBCappliedbiology@gmail.com .

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Nutrikids Coordinator Opportunity, Application due February 1

Posted on January 9, 2015 by elizabethyu

Nutrikids is recruiting a new Coordinator for 2015! Are you looking for an opportunity to improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Are you looking to meet other nutrition students? This is also a great opportunity to strengthen your resume. We are looking for a new Finance Coordinator as we say Goodbye to Kaitlin and she goes off on her exciting Internship adventure!

Job Description of Finance/Website Coordinator:

  • Receive and record all volunteer and organization expenses
  • Prepare tri-annual invoices for community sponsors (December, April and June)
  • Maintain contact of financial purposes with sponsors
  • Write and mail all reimbursement cheques
  • Maintain an updated Facebook page with current events, Nutrikids news, and fun facts
  • Update blog with important volunteer, teacher and sponsorship updates
  • Maintain all streams of technology for Nutrikids
  • Assist in other duties in collaboration with the other coordinators

Apply to become a UBC Nutrikids Coordinator now!

Please visit the following link to apply:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/K28TLRN

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UBC Farm Symposium – January 30, 2015

Posted on January 7, 2015 by nlim20

This coming January 30th from 9am to 2pm, at the Old Barn Community Centre, UBC students, Faculty, staff, and community members will come together for the annual UBC Farm Symposium, a day of dialogue and engagement aimed at deepening our communal understanding and connection to food.

Registration for this daylong event is $5 and includes a local and sustainable lunch, as well as coffee, tea, and snacks throughout the day. I invite you to participate and share this opportunity widely with your students and networks.

Looking forward to seeing you all there. Full details at ubcfarm.ubc.ca/symposium!

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