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M.Ed. with focus on Education for Sustainability (ESSE) Info Sessions: Jan 12 & 14, 2016

M.Ed. in Educational Studies:  focus on Education for Sustainability (ESSE) An innovative program will engage participants in real-world projects enmeshed in questions of learning and scholarship. In partnership with: CityStudio ….. THE PROGRAM This partnership UBC program features an Adaptive … Continue reading

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UBC Sustainability Fair: Call for Participants – due Jan 15, 2016

UBC Sustainability Fair: Call for Participants The Annual Sustainability Fair is a celebration of student engagement and initiatives in sustainability. We highlight sustainability groups on campus, showcase achievements and aim to inspire students, faculty and staff to get involved with sustainability … Continue reading

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Sustainability Networking Event – Nov 5, 2015

You are invited to Represent & Network at the Sustainability Networking Event. Date: Thursday, November 5th. Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: CENTRE FOR INTERACTIVE RESEARCH ON SUSTAINABILITY (CIRS) – BC Hydro Theatre Interested in connecting with other student … Continue reading

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Wild and Scenic Film Festival – Oct 28, 2015

The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society  is hosting a Wild and Scenic Film Festival. The film festival will be Wednesday October 28 from 6:30-9:30 at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. It will feature 7 films that balance outdoor sports and … Continue reading

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UBC Farm’s Markets – Tues/Wed/Sat until end of Oct 2015

Upcoming markets: Tuesdays: 4:00 – 6:00, UBC Farm Wednesdays: 11:30 – 1:30, UBC Bookstore Saturdays: 9:00 – 1:00, UBC Farm Featured produce this week (while supplies last): Squash Beets Potatoes Garlic Shallots Kale Salad greens Tomatillos Apples Fresh herbs A … Continue reading

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Lenses of Sustainability Dialogue Series: “Local Food” – Oct 7, 2015. RSVP required

Lenses of Sustainability is a campus-wide, student-led dialogue series designed to bring students, faculty, staff, and community together to re-imagine sustainability, gain wider perspectives on pressing issues, and discuss opportunities to make an impact towards a more sustainable future. This … Continue reading

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Wharton Lecture “Queen of Canopies” with Dr. Meg Lowman – Oct 2, 2015

Free Lecture for Students (limited number of free students tickets): WHAT? Wharton Lecture: ‘Queen of Canopies’ – Dr. Meg Lowman & Vancouver Trees Mobile App Launch WHEN? Friday October 2, 2015, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. Reception to follow. WHO?  … Continue reading

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LFS|US Feeding 9 Billion Challenge, Oct 17/18 – register by Oct 2, 2015

LFS|US is hosting its first-ever Feeding 9 Billion Challenge on October 17th and 18th! This competition gives students 18 hours to come up with creative new projects! There will be cash prizes for winners, exciting door prizes plus the opportunity to network with … Continue reading

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UBC Sustainability Challenge – applications due Sept 30

In celebration of UBC’s centennial, UBC Sustainability Initiative is excited to launch an innovative student competition that’s focused on creating opportunities to advance UBC’s commitment to campus sustainability by simultaneously promoting human and environmental wellbeing. Working in interdisciplinary teams, students … Continue reading

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UBC SEEDS Sustainability Program x LCA Poster Competition – submissions due Oct 1, 2015

UBC SEEDS Sustainability Program in collaboration with American Center for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is announcing this exciting LCA poster competition for undergraduate and graduate students from post-secondary education institutions. The posters will be judged by LCA experts attending the … Continue reading

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