Open Pedagogy: Using the UBC Wiki to Enhance Student Learning Through Open Assignments

Online/Virtual Event

Open pedagogy is the application of the concepts of open to the practices of teaching and learning. It can involve a blend of strategies and technology to empower students to have control and agency over their own learning. The UBC Wiki is an excellent tool that can enable student collaboration, host online discussions and support […]

IBPOC Connections faculty & staff lunch: Create joy and play

St. John's College 2111 Lower Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview Come together in community with other IBPOC faculty, staff and postdoctoral fellows to create joy and play at the IBPOC Connections faculty & staff lunch. Co-hosted with St. John’s College, the focus of this lunch is creativity and connection. Enjoy a pan-Asian menu while networking with colleagues and engaging in arts and crafts activities. […]

Event Series Longing for What Might Be

Exhibit: Longing for What Might Be

AMS Nest 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

A group exhibition based on collaborative creative correspondence to the current women-led uprising happening in Iran HATCH Gallery, AMS Nest ● March 7th to March 17th ● Gallery Hours: 12PM-4PM Artists: Elmira Sarreshtehdari, Sholeh Mahlouji, Marzieh Mosavarzadeh, Yasaman Moussavi Curated By: Yasaman Moussavi and Elmira Sarreshtehdari During the ten days of this event, artists and […]

Free

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER IN CANADA: Career options & career planning for international graduate students

Online/Virtual Event

International Masters and PhD students have distinct goals for navigating their careers, and preparing for life after graduation. This interactive session will cover common questions and strategies for international students at the graduate level.  Register to attend: https://ubc-csm.symplicity.com/students/app/events A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. This event is part of the Launch Your Career […]

Global Health Lunch and Learn: The Neglected Tropical Diseases

School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) 2206 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

About the presentation: The presentation will discuss the conception and evolution of the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) ecosystem now leading to the mass treatment of more than one billion people annually with low cost or donated essential medicines. The concept of “blue marble health” the hidden burden of neglected diseases or poverty in wealthy nations […]