Tag Archives: nutrition
Dietetics Applicant Info Session – Sept 21, 2017
Are you interested in the UBC Dietetics Major? Join us for our annual Dietetics Applicant Information Session to learn more about applying to the program. The session will feature a panel of UBC staff involved in admissions to provide some tips for applying and answer your … Continue reading
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Tagged dietetics, fnh, info session, nutrition
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Tenth Canadian Pulse Research Workshop – October 26-28th, 2016
Overview: The Canadian Pulse Research Workshop is the biennial meeting of pulse researchers in Canada. Building on the success of the previous meetings, the 10th Canadian Pulse Research Workshop in Winnipeg, Manitoba will bring together pulse researchers from different disciplines … Continue reading
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Tagged agronomy, apbi, environment, fnh, food, nutrition, opportunity, plant breeding, research
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Student Sunday Pack n’Picnic at UBC Botanical Garden – Sept 27, 2015 (RSVP required)
Student Sunday Pack n’Picnic at UBC Botanical Garden WHAT? Calling all students! Discover your culinary genius and learn how to prepare healthy, organic foods on a tight budget with minimal kitchen space. Experience the farm-to-table approach to packing your own … Continue reading
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Tagged fnh, food, nutrition, pack 'n picnic, ubc botanical gardens
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FNH/BEd Dual Degree Program Application Extended to Feb 13
The LFS Dual Degree Program in Food, Nutrition and Health, and Education Application has been extended to February 13, 2015 at 4pm. Please submit your applications to the LFS Student Services Office. For more information, please visit http://www.landfood.ubc.ca/academics/undergraduate/fnh/dual-degree-fnh-ed/ or speak … Continue reading
Vancouver Dairy Nutrition Symposium, Nov 17
Monday, November 17, 2014 Vancouver Convention Centre The main focus of dietary guidelines throughout the world is on nutrients, especially with respect to obtaining sufficient amounts of essential nutrients while limiting others. This “nutrient-focused” approach to dietary guidance has largely … Continue reading
Centennial Dialogues on Critical Issues in Land and Food Systems: First Nation’s perspective on history, food, and health – Oct 17, 2014
In collaboration with the UBC First Nations House of Learning and the Department of History Friday, October 17th 2014 12:30pm to 2:30pm (Program 12:30-2:00pm; Reception 2:00-2:30pm) RSVP online UBC First Nations Longhouse, Sty-Wet-Tan Hall 1985 West Mall, Vancouver, BC Shortly after WWII, when … Continue reading
Event October 17th – Volunteers needed for LFS Panel Discussion on Food Related issues in Indian Residential Schools
We are looking for volunteers to assist with a panel discussion on Friday, October 17th at the UBC Longhouse. The afternoon panel discussion will be from 12:30-2:30pm The purpose of the event is to educate and stimulate critical reflection on … Continue reading
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Tagged first nations, food security, nutrition, volunteer
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Nutrikids Seeking New Volunteers
Nutrikids is a UBC student initiative that provides nutrition education workshops in Vancouver elementary schools. Student volunteers work in pods to plan and run interactive workshops. Our focus is to teach fundamental nutrition concepts and decision-making skills that will help children … Continue reading
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Tagged fnh, nutrikids, nutrition
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Discussion Invitation: Health Canada’s Proposed Nutrition Labelling Changes
After hearing from Canadians what they like and don’t like about Canada’s nutrition labels, Health Canada has proposed changes to the way nutrition information is presented on food labels and wants to know what you think. To give you an … Continue reading