Climate Just Futurities

Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (CIRS) 2260 West Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

As we reflect on cascading climate disasters and imagine alternative climate futures, how might we shift our efforts towards necessary changes and effective transformation? Join for an interactive workshop and creatively engage with peers to envision a more climate just future. With contributions from Dr. Bernard Perley, Dr. Dallas Hunt, and Dr. Sharon Stein. Light lunch and refreshments included. […]

Free

Employer Hybrid Info Session: Teck Resources Ltd.

Hugh Dempster Pavilion 6245 Agronomy Road, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Event Overview Teck will be hosting a technology showcase for UBC students, specifically targeting engineering disciplines. This session will feature technical representatives from Teck Resources and offers a chance for students to view a presentation, ask questions, and connect about Co-op job opportunities.   Attending Representatives: TBA   More details to come

Employer Info Session: Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC)

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Event Overview Have you ever wondered about working in a dynamic industry as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)? There are many CPAs who have interesting and lucrative careers with non-business degrees.   The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is hosting its annual Discover CPA event for non-business students who are interested in becoming […]

UBC Choirs: Love Letters

Chan Centre for the Performing Arts 6265 Crescent Road, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

University Singers, Choral Union Graeme Langager conductor Hyejung Jun conductor, Choral Union The award-winning UBC Choirs presents a powerful program of romantic poetry in song featuring the beautiful voices of the University Singers and Choral Union. MORE ABOUT UBC CHOIRS

Free – $20

How Local Governments Create Climate Policy and How You Can Help

Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability (CIRS) 2260 West Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

How can students play a role in critical climate policy development in the Vancouver area? In this moderated conversation we will explore the policy being developed by local governments to catalyze a reduction in carbon emissions. Learn about the key actions being advanced, the challenges in the way, and opportunities a different future will create. […]

Free

Employer On-Campus Info Session: PwC Canada

Henry Angus Building 2053 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Time: 12:45pm-1:45pm   ***Note: only students who self-identify as Black, Indigenous or as a Person with Disabilities should RSVP*** This event will provide information about the PwC scholarship which provides financial support to post-secondary students who are Black, Indigenous and/or Persons with Disabilities, studying accounting, business or STEM degree programs. PwC Scholarship and Mentorship Program […]

Accessing modern and historical census data

Online/Virtual Event

Are you interested in learning how to access modern and historic census data? Join a virtual presentation with the Statistics Canada Library as we learn about the tools, web pages, and resources that will help you with your census research. In particular, you’ll learn: How to access summary census information from 1665-2021 How to find […]

Free

Introduction to REST APIs with OpenRefine

Online/Virtual Event

This workshop will introduce participants to web APIs with a focus on using REST APIs for accessing data. Learn about common HTTP methods and responses used in REST APIs and how to understand and extract information from data in JSON format. This workshop will include a tutorial on some of OpenRefine's API functions, including fetching […]

Free