Author: Jennie Bartosik

The Gustavson Volunteer Tax Clinic bookings have now opened. If you have students needing help with their tax preparation, please see details below. If student’s are interested, we recommend they book their appointment soon as the spots do fill up quickly.

Clearihue Building

Room: CLE A217

Date: March 20th – April 26th, 2023

(CLOSED APRIL 8 & 10 – Easter Long Weekend)

Time: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Saturdays, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

APPOINTMENT BOOKING LINK: https://calendly.com/cvitp/gustavson-cvitp-appointment-bookings

OUR CVITP WEBSITE: https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/gvtc/

In response to international students’ immigration document needs, International Centre for Students will host an online (ZOOM) Information Session about Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 to guide international students’ transition out of University. In this session, students can expect to learn the most-up-to-date PGWP program information and tips to submit a successful application from regulated immigration practitioners.

The registration link and event details can also be found on the event page.

Volunteer with the UVic Global Community! The UVic Global Community is looking for Undergraduate and Graduate Conversation Partners and Mentors for the 2023-2024 Academic Year (September 2023 – April 2024) who want to help build an inclusive, globally-minded campus and support international students with their social and academic transition to UVic. Global Community Volunteers are matched with up to three students and meet with their student(s) for a minimum of 1 hour every week throughout the term to encourage students to get involved in the UVic community and build confidence in conversational English, all while making connections with people from around the world. Our Spring Application Deadline is March 26^th, 2023. For more information and to apply click here!

Dear Biology undergrad students;

Thanks to those of you who have already taken the time to respond to the Biology EDI Climate survey.  I have received feedback that some students are concerned that they could be de-anonymized if they self-identify in a group with a low response rate. We understand this concern, and please know that protecting your privacy is extremely important to us.

Here is what we are doing to avoid you being identified/de-anonymized:

1. Only select individuals in the Dean’s office and, potentially, in the Science EDI council (excluding BIOL members) will be permitted to view the data. No one in BIOL will ever have access to the raw data.
2. The raw data will never be released. Instead, we will be providing BIOL administration with an aggregated-data report.
3. If, in any category, we have a low number of responses (less than 5), these results will not be included in the report.
4. If any responses could potentiallybreak anonymity, then these results will either be anonymized, pooled with another group, or excluded from the report.

We will be using the results of this survey to address EDI issues and plan future supports within BIOL. All under-represented voices and experiences are extremely important to us.

To learn more about the survey and the steps we are taking to protect your privacy, please visit the FAQ page here.

You can go directly to the survey here.

If you have more questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to reach out to Lily Stanton, Science Administrative Assistant, scieassist@uvic.ca

If you prefer to remain completely anonymous, you can provide comments using this form.

Warmly,

Faculty of Science, EDI Council

Are you thinking about applying to Dental School? We’ve got some upcoming virtual events that we think would be perfect for you!

Virtual Mock DAT Day

Join us for a free practice DAT with The Princeton Review on Saturday, March 25th from 10am-1:30pm. You will be virtually proctored by one of our awesome reps! After the test, you will get free access to a detailed, interactive score report.

Virtual Dental School Symposium

In addition, Princeton Review will be hosting a virtual Dental School Symposium on Wednesday, March 22^nd, from 4:00pm-7:00pm PST.

This exciting event includes:

• Overview of the application process to dental school
• Strategy Session for the DAT
• Q&A panel of dental school students and grads to get all your questions answered

To register for BOTH events, please visit: www.princetonreview.com/dentaleventscanada.

Find the 6-digit event code (PSOId) for your campus and enter it here: https://secure.princetonreview.com/free-event-enrollment

Questions?
Call 1-800-273-8439 ext: 1207.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Princeton Review Team

In response to international students’ needs, International Centre for Students and the Gustavson School of Business (GSB) International will host an Canadian income tax session specifically for our international students.

Session details

• • Date: Friday, March 3^rd, 2023
  • Time: 9:00 am – 10:15 am (PST)
  • Delivery: Online using MS Teams
  • Link:

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 229 402 568 900
Passcode: um6KmS

Details regarding tax preparation clinics available to support students in filing their tax returns will be shared soon.

Remember – international student advisers (ISA) are available for virtual/phone and in-person drop-in hours weekdays between 2:00pm-4:00pm (PT). To meet with an ISA for a short virtual/phone appointment (10 minutes), phone ICS (+1 250 721 6361) starting at 1:30pm (PT) for a same-day drop-in appointment. To meet with an ISA for a short in-person appointment, come to the ICS office (JC Centre B202d) starting at 1:30pm. Students meet with an ISA on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you thinking about applying to Medical School? The Princeton Review has got some upcoming virtual events that would be perfect for you!

Virtual Mock MCAT Day

Join The Princeton Review for a free practice MCAT on Saturday, March 4^th, 2023, from 9am-4:30 pm. You will be virtually proctored by one of their awesome campus reps! After the test, you will get free access to a detailed, interactive score report.

Virtual Medical School Symposium

In addition, The Princeton Review will be hosting a virtual Medical School Symposium on Tuesday February 28^th, 2023, from 6-9 pm PST.

This exciting event includes:

• Overview of the application process to medical school
• Strategy Session for the MCAT
• Q&A panel of med students and med school graduates

To register for all three events, please visit: www.princetonreview.com/medicaleventscanada

ATTENTION! FREE MCAT Study Sheets

We have exclusive study sheets to help you prepare for the MCAT! If you would like a copy of each one, register for an event before February 17^th and receive a 6-digit code!

Questions?
Call 1-800-273-8439, ext. 5293.

We look forward to seeing you at our events!

The Princeton Review Team

Thinking of adding an international experience to your degree program at UVic?

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

UVic Commerce student, Jordan White, photographed while on exchange to Gadjah Mada University in Indonesia.

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 $10,000
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: February 15, 2023

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: March 15, 2023 
(3 competitions per year – March, July and November)

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: March 15, 2023
(2 competitions per year – March & November) .

UVic Biology student, Madeleine Thompson, completing her co-op with TU Dresden in Dresden, Germany.

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: March 15, 2023

UVic Political Science student, Mackenzie Ross, completing her co-op with Eurorelief in Lesvos, Greece.

Premier’s International Scholarship 

The Premier’s International Scholarship is awarded to students participating in study, or work-abroad programs.

Value: $8,000-$12,000
Open to: Full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are also either Canadian citizens or permanent residents and residents of BC
Next deadline: April 20, 2023 

Mitacs Globalink Research Award

The Mitacs Globalink Research Award (GRA) provides funding for senior undergraduate and graduate students to conduct a 12- to 24-week research project at universities outside of Canada.

Value: Up to $6,000
Open to: Full-time, senior undergraduate and graduate students
Next deadline: Applications accepted on a rolling basis 

Student Internships in Asia 2023

UVic’s Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives (CAPI) is offering funded internship opportunities for UVic students to work with our partner organizations in Malaysia, Thailand, Japan and Indonesia.

For more information, visit capi.uvic.ca

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