Tag Archives: Student Engagement
Destination UBC Peer Leader opportunity | apply by Feb 15, 2016
Peer Leaders (formerly known as Chaperones) are an integral part of the Destination UBC program. From May 27-29, 2016, they will welcome hundreds of newly admitted high school students from across Canada to UBC’s Vancouver campus. Peer Leaders will act … Continue reading
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2016 UBC Farm Internships available | apply by Feb 17, 2016
Now accepting applications for 2016 UBC Farm internships! Apply by February 17 The UBC Farm Career Development Internship engages UBC students with their local food system and creates opportunities to experience the working environment of a food sustainability focused organization. … Continue reading
Call for Volunteers: LFS Graduate Student Conference on Mar 3, 2016
Volunteers are needed for the 3rd annual Land and Food Systems Graduate Student Conference! This one-day conference on Thursday, March 3, 2016 needs lots of helping hands to be a success. As a thank you, all volunteers will receive free admission to … Continue reading
My journey with UBC Orientations
Katie Mack (far left) and members of her Squad, September 2015. My first year at UBC was less than ideal. I was overwhelmed and felt completely alone all year; it was a difficult year. I made it through and managed to make … Continue reading
Have some #UBCfun with Orientations
Hannah Xavier (second from right) and members of the 2016 Squad Leader team. Coming to UBC fresh out of high school can be an overwhelming experience. I had decided not to visit UBC before applying, and when I arrived, I was in shock … Continue reading
Wednesday Night Dinner – Term 2 volunteer callout
LFS Wednesday Night Dinners are back and we are once again looking for volunteers to help out! Spend part of your Wednesday afternoon making great food with great company for our great community to enjoy, and if you volunteer with … Continue reading
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Aggie Week – Jan 18 – 22, 2016
Attention all districts! The LFS|US will be hosting the 25th annual Aggie Week starting from Monday January 18 to Friday January 22. Join us as tributes, volunteers, or just spectators for a week full of food, games, prizes and fun! … Continue reading
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Presidential Search Town Halls – UBCV, Jan 13, 2016
Presidential Search Town Halls Dear UBC Students, Faculty, Staff and Alumni, The Presidential Search Committee is entering the significant phase of formulating the presidential position profile, and as UBC stakeholders, your input is critical. The Search Committee will hold town … Continue reading
The benefits of giving back
Elizabeth Yu (far left) and members of her Squad, September 2015. Starting a new chapter in my life and entering a university with 60,000 students, I was filled with anxiety and excitement all at the same time. I was the first … Continue reading
Reading Week 2016 Projects for LFS students
Make friends and community connections. Reading Week projects for LFS students! A three-day Reading Week placement with an elementary school or non-profit allows you to apply your academics in the real world while enhancing your skills and connections to the community. There … Continue reading