7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, October 2, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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October 3, 2023 -Employer on Campus: Nokia
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October 3, 2023 -Meditation on Twin Hearts
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October 3, 2023 -Employer on Campus: Vale Canada Ltd.
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October 3, 2023 -Employer on Campus : Stifel Canada
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October 3, 2023 -Using Zotero for citation management
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October 3, 2023 -Inspiring Community Grant Info Session
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October 3, 2023 -Employer on Campus: The Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA)
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October 3, 2023 -UBC CPD: A Team-Based Approach to Postpartum and Newborn Care
Employer on Campus: Nokia
Virtual Information Session: At Nokia, there’s no limit to the work you can do here – after all, we’re the company putting networks on the Moon. And, while you’re pushing limits, you’ll build a career that’s just as expansive – with the freedom to work your way. We strive to hire the brightest minds from universities and […]
Meditation on Twin Hearts
Join weekly 30-minute online meditation sessions led by Iris Escuer Riera, Lecturer of Spanish at UBC. Open to all. Zoom access link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/94414244817?pwd=OGFPK1FrSXZIQ1dzc25Cd05UUjY5UT09
Employer on Campus: Vale Canada Ltd.
Vale is one of the world’s largest integrated mining companies. We employ approximately 125,000 people in over 30 countries and are a leading global producer of iron ore and nickel. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future. We are seeking diverse talent, from all areas of study, to help us achieve our […]
Employer on Campus : Stifel Canada
Stifel Canada is a leading provider of investment banking services, including advisory and underwriting, institutional sales and trading and research services. Our organization has a strong position in the Canadian market and is continuing to grow by adding top talent. We want to meet you! Join us on campus to learn more about our exciting […]
Using Zotero for citation management
Everyone who is using Zotero or thinks they might like to use Zotero is welcome at this workshop. During this session, participants will: Learn the best ways to use Zotero to keep all of your citations in order throughout your research; Gain tips and tricks to get the most out of Zotero and your citation management tracking […]
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Inspiring Community Grant Info Session
Have an idea to support social connections in your community? Join us for a grant making workshop and learn about how you can fund your community building ideas with up to $500 of funding from Campus + Community Planning's UTown@UBC Inspiring Community Grant Program. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event, including all UBC […]
Employer on Campus: The Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA)
Join teams of your peers from a variety of academic areas to learn more about VC with industry titans, participate in an engaging simulation where you will compete to invest in the next big thing. Plus, learn top tips on networking and get expert feedback on how to tweak your resume and conduct interviews so […]
UBC CPD: A Team-Based Approach to Postpartum and Newborn Care
Oct. 3 (Tue) | 6:30–8 p.m. PDT | Webinar Audience: perinatal providers across BC, family physicians, registered midwives, ob-gyns and maternity care providers. Overview: In partnership with the Perinatal Community of Practice, this webinar aims to enhance postpartum and newborn care. By fostering collaboration among diverse care team members—family physicians, midwives, ob-gyns, nurses, and […]
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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October 4, 2023 -Creating Digital Exhibits: A Survey of Tools
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October 4, 2023 -Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
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October 4, 2023 -One, Two, Trio! With Alan Matheson
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October 4, 2023 -UBC Career Days | Oct. 4 & 5 | 90 Employers | Robert H Lee Alumni Centre | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
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October 4, 2023 -Doxycycline for STI Prevention: Evidence-to-date and overview of the DISCO Study
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October 4, 2023 -CTLT Generative AI Support Clinic (Online Drop-in)
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October 4, 2023 -Employer on Campus : Chartered Business Valuators Institute
Creating Digital Exhibits: A Survey of Tools
This workshop will cover an assortment of digital exhibit and storytelling tools such as Omeka, Scalar, static site generators (CollectionBuilder and Wax), and narrative tools such as Timeline.js and Storymaps from Knight Lab. At the end of this session, participants will be able to: List common tools and what they might be useful for Identify […]
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Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
All too often, citation is approached by students as a frustrating obstacle on the path to completing a writing assignment, rather than as an intellectual pursuit in its own right. Academic writing involves a complicated process of text integration, rather than mechanically following the rules of a particular style guide. No matter the citation style […]
One, Two, Trio! With Alan Matheson
One Two, Trio is comprised of three proponents of brass instruments and chamber music; Katherine Evans (Trumpet), Valerie Whitney (French Horn), and Jeremy Berkman (Trombone). Founded initially during the pandemic to perform music outside for listeners safely distant, the group has recorded performances for the Chamber Music in the Schools program (CMITS), and most recently […]
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UBC Career Days | Oct. 4 & 5 | 90 Employers | Robert H Lee Alumni Centre | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
The UBC Career Centre is excited to bring back UBC's annual career fair in person. UBC Career Days is a two-day event that features over 90 employers from various industries, eager to engage with students and alumni to share career opportunities and insights. Click Here for Full List of Exhibitors Time : 10:30am - 11:00am […]
Doxycycline for STI Prevention: Evidence-to-date and overview of the DISCO Study
Troy Grennan, MD, M.Sc., FRCPC, DTM&HScientist, Advancing HealthPhysician Lead, Provincial HIV/STI Program, BC Centre for Disease ControlClinical Assistant Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, UBCMember, CIHR Canadian HIV Trials Network This talk will provide an overview of the evidence-to-date on doxycycline for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STI), focused on the DISCO Study, a recently initiated […]
CTLT Generative AI Support Clinic (Online Drop-in)
The Generative AI Drop-In clinics are open for all faculty and staff at UBC and UBC Okanagan on teaching and learning topics to do with the use of tools such as ChatGPT, Stability AI, Google Bard and others. The sessions will be in an open-hours format where the questions will be answered such that all […]
Employer on Campus : Chartered Business Valuators Institute
CBV Institute is the designating body that grants the CBV designation. Holders of the prestigious CBV designation have the skills and expertise to meet the challenging dynamics of business valuation, litigation support, corporate finance, and private investments. CBVs are employed in a wide variety of businesses, including valuation firms, venture capital/private equity/investment firms, accounting firms, […]
Thursday, October 5, 2023
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October 5, 2023 -UBC Video Needs Assessment Open Feedback Session
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October 5, 2023 -UBC Career Days | Oct. 4 & 5 | 90 Employers | Robert H Lee Alumni Centre | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
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October 5, 2023 -Employer On-Campus: Appficiency Inc.
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October 5, 2023 -UBC Video Needs Assessment Open Feedback Session
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October 5, 2023 -Becoming Young Parents on the Streets of Vancouver B.C.
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October 5, 2023 -TLEF-OER Fund Online Proposal Consultation Session
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October 5, 2023 -Employer on Campus: Acturis Canada
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October 5, 2023 -WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Drop-In)
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October 5, 2023 -GenAI Issues and Challenges (30+30)
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October 5, 2023 -GenAI Issues and Challenges (30+30)
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October 5, 2023 -From ChatGPT to DALL-E: What is Generative AI and How Does it Affect Us?
UBC Video Needs Assessment Open Feedback Session
We’re hosting a monthly online session to gather feedback about what we require in a single video system that will cater to the needs of teaching, learning, and staff support activities at our university. This is a drop-in Zoom session where any UBC faculty, student, or staff member can join to share their expectations, experiences, […]
UBC Career Days | Oct. 4 & 5 | 90 Employers | Robert H Lee Alumni Centre | 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
The UBC Career Centre is excited to bring back UBC's annual career fair in person. UBC Career Days is a two-day event that features over 90 employers from various industries, eager to engage with students and alumni to share career opportunities and insights. Click Here for Full List of Exhibitors Time : 10:30am - 11:00am […]
Employer On-Campus: Appficiency Inc.
Event Overview Appficiency Inc. is an IT consultancy focused on providing the best advice in technological solutions. We provide Netsuite & Microsoft consulting services to different businesses: CPG, Warehouse & Distribution, Advertising, Media & Publishing, Construction, Professional Sports, Healthy & Beauty, Transportation & Logistics. We have 5 offices globally, Toronto (HQ), Denver in the US, Manila […]
UBC Video Needs Assessment Open Feedback Session
The Enterprise Video Platform (EVP) project is hosting online feedback sessions to gather feedback about what we require in a single video system that will cater to the needs of teaching, learning, and staff support activities at our university. This is a drop-in Zoom session where any UBC faculty, student, or staff member can join […]
Becoming Young Parents on the Streets of Vancouver B.C.
Among young people who use drugs in the context of unstable housing and homelessness in Vancouver, romantic relationships can powerfully shape understandings of what is right and wrong and which actions to take during pregnancy and early parenting. In this talk, Dr. Danya Fast will describe how gendered moral worlds frequently clash with the imperatives […]
TLEF-OER Fund Online Proposal Consultation Session
Beginning in September, CTLT will host weekly online drop-in sessions for applicants who are planning on submitting Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund (TLEF) or Open Educational Resources (OER) Fund project proposals. Applicants can register to ‘drop in’ to any of these online sessions to discuss their project ideas and receive feedback and advice on topics […]
Employer on Campus: Acturis Canada
Acturis is a leading Software-as-a-Service provider for general insurance. Founded in 2000, we have grown exponentially over the past 20 years. To date, more than 95,000 individuals, in over 40 countries, use Acturis solutions to power their business, and our platform manages over £10bn worth of transactions every year. By working closely with brokers, insurers, […]
WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Drop-In)
The Drop-In Clinics are open for administrators of UBC weblogs or websites to get one-on-one support in WordPress and Wiki for Teaching and Learning or Administrative purposes. Participants should come prepared with a list of questions specific to their sites when attending this session. Specialists at the clinic will assist you in addressing and resolving […]
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GenAI Issues and Challenges (30+30)
Join this 30+30 session at UBC to delve into the ethical challenges of using generative AI in higher education. The first half of this session, a 30-minute interactive presentation, will focus on the ethical considerations and nuances related to GenAI in academia. The second half will be dedicated to a discussion, allowing participants to share […]
GenAI Issues and Challenges (30+30)
Join this 30+30 session at UBC to delve into the ethical challenges of using generative AI in higher education. The first half of this session, a 30-minute interactive presentation, will focus on the ethical considerations and nuances related to GenAI in academia. The second half will be dedicated to a discussion, allowing participants to share […]
From ChatGPT to DALL-E: What is Generative AI and How Does it Affect Us?
in the series AI in Education: Promises and Pitfalls Vered Schwartz, Computer Science Coach House, Green College, UBC and livestreamed A reception follows this event Generative AI tools such as DALLE-2 and ChatGPT allow us to create realistic images and write human-like text. These tools have become popular, reaching millions of users across the globe. […]
Friday, October 6, 2023
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October 6, 2023 -Future of mariculture under climate change
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October 6, 2023 -Go Global 101 for students
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October 6, 2023 -Employer on Campus : Imperial Oil
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October 6, 2023 -Introduction to Python – Basic concepts and data structures
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Featured October 6, 2023 -Featured UBC vs. University of Regina: Women’s Hockey (HOME OPENER WEEKEND)
Future of mariculture under climate change
Aquaculture has shown remarkable growth, averaging about 6.7% per year over the last three decades, making it the fastest-growing agro-food sector worldwide. In 2021, aquaculture accounted for approximately 91 million tonnes, representing 47% of total fish food production. However, mariculture, a sub-sector of aquaculture, faces uncertainties due to climate change's impact on farm species and […]
Go Global 101 for students
Learn about UBC Go Global programs like exchange, study abroad, research abroad and Global Seminars. Come for an overview of eligibility, timelines, and next steps! Weekly on Zoom from September 22 to October 27, 2023. Zoom link: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/67671177814?pwd=bGNyRmIvSEdSYzVGV0pReG4rUG1XZz09 Visit our website at: https://global.ubc.ca/go-global/programs-ubc-students
Employer on Campus : Imperial Oil
Join our Information Session learn about how Imperial Oil works every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources and to discover what’s possible for your career. Venue West Mall Swing Space (SWNG) - 310 2175 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4
Introduction to Python – Basic concepts and data structures
Abstract: Python is a popular language for scientific computing, and great for general-purpose programming as well. This introductory course will walk you through the basics of programming in Python. We will cover the main language features – variables and data types, conditionals, lists, for/while loops, list comprehensions, dictionaries, writing functions, and working with external libraries. […]
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UBC vs. University of Regina: Women’s Hockey (HOME OPENER WEEKEND)
The UBC Women's Hockey team are home for the first time in the regular season!!! Come cheer them on as the play the University of Regina at Thunderbird Arena! Show your support as they take the ice for the first time on home ice! Get your tickets at gothunderbirds.ca/tickets
Saturday, October 7, 2023
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October 7, 2023 -UBC Farm Saturday Farmers’ Market
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Featured October 7, 2023 -Featured UBC vs. University of Regina: Women’s Hockey (HOME OPENER WEEKEND)
UBC Farm Saturday Farmers’ Market
Join us on Saturday, June 3 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor Farmers' Market also features a variety of other […]
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UBC vs. University of Regina: Women’s Hockey (HOME OPENER WEEKEND)
The Thunderbirds end off their home opener weekend with a double header with the University of Regina! Be sure to catch them at Father Bauer Arena and show your support before they travel on the road again. Get your tickets at gothunderbirds.ca/tickets
Sunday, October 8, 2023
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