Researchers across disciplines have called for reproducible research as an attainable minimum standard for assessing the value of scholarly claims, particularly when full independent replication of a study is not feasible. Making your research more transparent and reproducible pays off and is explicitly in the self-interest of every ambitious, career-oriented researcher. This session will illustrate […]
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. […]
Register to attend and receive event updates: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0k8RtrYOY2q6cEC About the Event February’s event is an acknowledgement celebration of Black History Month. Esteemed UBC professor Dr. Handel Wright will be our guest speaker for this event. Dr. Wright is a long-time tenured Professor in the faculty of Education and a strong supporter of the BMI. Dr […]
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 […]
The First Nations House of Learning and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office are collaborating to provide resources, supports and transportation for anyone who wants to attend the 32nd Annual February 14 Women’s Memorial March. Everyone is welcome to attend the march and to bring guests on the bus as support. You can register for free bus […]
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 […]
An overview of the Canadian Research Data Centre Network (CRDCN) and Research Data Centre (RDC) program, including some little-known or misunderstood tidbits about access to the data, training initiatives & resources, and some of the exciting linked datasets newly available in the RDCs. Grant Gibson, Assistant Director Research & Evaluation, CRDCN This event is part […]
Drop into the UBC First Nations Longhouse to speak with an Enrolment Services Advisor and member of the Indigenous Student Support Team to chat about any questions around the various financial pathways at UBC.
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 […]
Audience: All faculty and staff at UBC Vancouver and Okanagan Location: Zoom Description: This is a one-hour instructor-led training session that combines lecture elements with a variety of engaging elements like Q&A, group discussion, as well as polling and chat functionality. A loving relationship can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Early […]
Indigenous students are invited to drop-in and speak with Manager, Student Support Services Amy Vozel on Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30pm at the Wellness Centre. The Wellness Centre is located in Room 1400 in the Life Building. At the reception desk, ask for Amy. No appointments needed.
Want some tried and tested tips for getting interview-ready? Come to this session to learn and practice flexible and effective strategies to maximize your interview preparation.