Day: October 23, 2023

On behalf of DeepSense,  ShiftKey Labs, and COVE, we wanted to reach out to share an opportunity about a FREE event open to post-secondary students across Canada. We are partnering with the Canadian Integrated Ocean Observing System (CIOOS), Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), and Ocean Startup Project to host the 7th Ocean of Data Challenge: Coast to Coast to Coast.

The Challenge kicks off on Wednesday, November 1st at 6pm ADT/ 5pm EST/ 2pm PT. Participants can work solo or in teams of up to five to submit their final idea in a video presentation format by November 20, 2023 at 11:59pm PT.  This Challenge is an opportunity for post-secondary students to use ocean data and explore how ocean data can improve the sustainability of our oceans and our communities as they answer the ultimate question: how can ocean data help us understand Canada’s ocean health, ocean economy, and ocean people? Submissions could be as simple as just a really insightful bar chart, a well-thought-out app idea, a detailed word cloud, or even use machine learning to build a prediction tool! Judges will watch the videos and choose a winner by Monday, November 27th. Judging will be based on the potential for sustainable impact, originality, and creativity! This challenge is a fantastic way to show off design, programming, data crunching, communication, or other skills. Not to mention more than $2,000 in prizes! Get more info and register today!

Did you know that you may be eligible to receive funding for your international exchange, co-op, work study or field school?

 International Mobility Access Grant (IMAG)

The International Mobility Access Grant (IMAG) aims to reduce barriers for students with a disability, Indigenous students and low-income students to access and participate in UVic’s international mobility programs and strengthen their global skills. 

Value: Up to $8,000
Open to: Indigenous students, students with a disability and low-income students who are also current UVic undergraduate students and either Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Next deadline: November 1st, 2023

Please note: The international activity must commence within 12 months of the application deadline.

Student International Activities Fund (SIAF) 

The Student International Activities Fund (SIAF) is intended to assist UVic students with their participation in unpaid, international learning activities. 

Value: $500

• Asia Undergraduate Supplement: $1,000
• Asia Graduate Supplement: $5,000

Open to: Full-time undergraduate and graduate students
Next deadline: November 15th, 2023
(3 competitions per year – March, July and November)

Please note: The international activity must commence within 12 months of the application deadline used. Applications can be submitted retroactively.

One World International Scholarship

The One World International Scholarship is awarded to students participating in study, or work-abroad programs.

Value: $2,000-$5,000
Open to: Full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are also either Canadian citizens or permanent residents and residents of BC
Next deadline: November 15, 2023

Please note: Student must plan to begin their international experience before May 1, 2024

Nimrod Hungarian Mobility Award

The Nimrod Hungarian Mobility Award (Nimrod) helps UVic students participate in international learning activities taking place at accredited universities in Hungary.

Value: Varies
Open to: Full-time undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate students 
Next deadline: November 15th, 2023 
(3 competitions per year – March, July and November) 

Please note: The international activity must commence within 12 months of the application deadline used.

Killam Fellowship Program

The Killam Fellowships Program provides an opportunity for exceptional undergraduate students to spend either one semester or a full academic year as an exchange student in the United States, at a participating institution.

Value: $15,000+

• cash award of $5,000 US per semester
• $10,000 for the full academic year

 Open to: Full-time undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate students 
Next deadline: November 15th, 2023 
(3 competitions per year – March, July and November) 

Please note: Applications are for placement in Fall or Spring of the next school year.

Questions? Contact world@uvic.ca 

For more info and to apply, visit our funding webpage

For general information on International exchange, visit the outbound student webpage 

For information on international co-op, contact intlcoopcoord@uvic.ca, or visit the international co-op webpage 

Are you interested in health professions?  The UBC Department of Physical Therapy  and the School of Audiology and Speech Sciences are hosting in-person info sessions at the University of Victoria on Wednesday, November 22^nd.  Department representatives will discuss their respective programs and admission requirements followed by a Q&A session. Details below:

School of Audiology and Speech Sciences
Medical Sciences Building (MSB 150)
Wednesday, November 22^nd, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Register: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4SEgY6kF4ak8wYe

Master of Physical Therapy
Medical Sciences Building (MSB 150)
Wednesday, November 22^nd, 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Register: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4SEgY6kF4ak8wYe

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SOCIAL INNOVATION LAB

October 2023 to April 2024

Truth and (Re)conciliation is a top priority for the University of Victoria, for Canadians, and Indigenous Peoples. Engineers and Professionals have a role to play in Truth and (Re)conciliation. The Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science is conducting engagement sessions to determine what initiatives, programs, and events, supports and resources are needed to continue working on the UVic Indigenous Plan.

The Social Innovation Lab will take a diverse set of participants through 7 design sessions with a human centred approach to explore current state, future state, and ideate together to develop the Faculty’s Truth and (Re)conciliation strategy.

We would like to ensure that First Nations, Metis, or Inuit undergraduate and graduate students have a voice and a seat at the table. If you are interested in attending one or all the sessions, please submit an Expression of Interest through this google form. An honorarium will be provided.

We appreciate your consideration – if you have any questions or require further clarity, please contact Jessica Vandenberghe at engradcc@uvic.ca.