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Invitation to Participate in a Research Study

Study Title: Friendships and Dating

Description:

The purpose of this research project is to examine experiences with friendships and dating preferences. Research of this type is important because it provides us with a deeper understanding of peoples’ dating preferences. In the study, you will answer questions about who your close friends are, what your dating preferences are, and a few demographic questions. The study typically takes 5 to 10 minutes on average to complete.

Participant Eligibility:

  • Fluent in English
  • Aged 17 years or older
  • Currently an undergraduate student at the University of Victoria

Compensation:

While there is no compensation for participating in this study, there are several other benefits to your participation. Some benefits are listed below:

  1. Participants may feel increased satisfaction that they are contributing to our understanding of societal issues with the goal of improving intergroup relations.
  2. Participants will have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and knowledge of the process of conducting research.
  3. Participants may gain insight into their own attitudes towards interactions between individuals and factors that influence their attitudes and behaviours.

    If you have any questions or require additional information about the study, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Maria Iankilevitch at mariaiankilevitch@uvic.ca or Amrit Tatla at amrittatla.honours@uvic.ca.

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SIN Clinic – January 9, 2024

The International Centre for Students will be offering a SIN Application Clinic next Tuesday, on January 9th 2024 from 9:30am-1pm. We will have representatives from Service Canada assisting students apply and get their SIN on the spot. We will also have a representative from CRA who will share information about tax declaration and benefits available to students.

This event will be open to all new international students and will be in a drop-in style. Student who register for the event, will receive an email reminder the day before, but please note that the registration does not secure a spot. We ask that students bring their original documentation with them, which is listed on the event’s registration page.

Event Info and Registration: Social Insurance Number (SIN) Application Clinic Drop-In

Location: B104 Welcome Centre (presentation room) at the Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC)

Date: Thursday, January 9th, 2024

Time: from 9:30am – 1:00pm (PT)

Students are welcome to email icsinfo@uvic.ca if they have questions or consult our Getting a Social Insurance Number page.

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Canadian Society of Ecology and Evolution (CSEE) awards

We are excited to announce that the CSEE 2024 Awards cycle has opened! All awards are due 1 February 2024. You can learn more about our awards on newly launched website, which you can access here: https://csee-scee.ca/awards/students-grants-awards/. This year we are offering:

  1. Undergraduate Travel Bursary
  2. Conference Presentation Awards
  3. CSEE Excellence in Doctoral Research Award

We are also happy to announce that we will continue with our pilot CSEE Twitter feature into 2024! If you are interested in having your research featured on the CSEE Student Twitter for a week, please contact the CSEE student and postdoctoral councilors (cseestudent@gmail.com). Our first feature was Ferne Kotlyar, a PhD student at the University of Toronto. You can see one of their posts here.

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Upcoming prizes in the Libraries

Research Help Survey (5 x $20 OneCard credit)

Students who attend a Research Help appointment with a librarian will be sent a survey to provide feedback on their experience. Survey respondents will be entered to win one of five $20 OneCard credits.

https://www.uvic.ca/library/help/librarians/book.php

Deadline: November 24, 2023

Podcast contest (2 x $500 cash prize)

The student podcast contest is intended to recognize and celebrate high-quality work being created by UVic students in the world of podcasting. Students of all disciplines and faculties may post one episode of up to 90 minutes in length. Two podcasts will win a $500 cash prize.

https://www.uvic.ca/library/about/awards-contests/podcast-contest/index.php

Submissions due: December 1, 2023

On the Verge Spoken Word and Writing contest (4 x $250 first prizes, 4 x $150 second prizes)

On the Verge writing and spoken word contest showcases and celebrates emerging UVic student voices under an annual theme of equity, diversity, and human rights. Students can submit pieces in one of four categories: poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and spoken word. A first and a second prize will be awarded for each category, and winning submissions will be published in UVicSpace.

https://www.uvic.ca/library/about/awards-contests/vergecontest/index.php

Submissions due: February 16, 2024

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AISES Meet & Greet

The Faculty of Science, in partnership with the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, is working to revive UVic’s student chapter of AISES, a student club that aims to bring together Indigenous students to connect, network, and support each other. AISES is also open to Indigenous allies who wish to support Indigenous students in STEM.

We will be hosting an AISES Meet & Greet session on Monday, Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m. in the Math & Stats Assistance Centre (with pizza!) to help bring together folks who are interested in joining AISES.

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PitchIt competition – Thursday, November 23rd at 4:00 PM

UVic’s 90-second elevator PitchIt competition is coming up on Thursday, November 23rd at 4:00 PM. The top five pitches will walk away with cash prizes, and the first-place winner can seize up to $1000!, and it is an excellent opportunity to practice pitching and build your network. Applications are due on Monday, November 20th, at 4:00 PM.

For more details and how to participate, please visit: https://www.uvic.ca/innovation/services/competitions/pitchit/index.php

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Invitation to the organizing committee for Water & Environment Student Talks 2024

Calling all students interested in water and environmental research,

We are currently recruiting students to join the organizing committee for the upcoming Water & Environment Student Talks Conference (WEST-Con) 2024.

WEST-Con is an interdisciplinary conference organized by students for students working within the fields of water and environment. In the past two years, WEST-Con was held in a virtual/hybrid format to facilitate student participation nationally and internationally. This format has seen over 300 participants from 16 countries, creating a global community among student researchers.

We invite students from all faculties to join the multi-disciplinary Organizing Committee for WEST-Con 2024. Subcommittees include: Finance, Communications, Publicity, Logistics, and Content. A brief overview of the roles and responsibilities for each subcommittee can be found in the linked form shared below.

You can join the Organizing Committee by completing the form linked here.

Feel free to email us with any questions (info@west-conference.ubc.ca). We look forward to hearing from you!

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MSc in Health: Science, Technology and Policy at Carleton University

Carleton University’s Department of Health Sciences offers an innovative and exciting opportunity for graduate studies in health sciences.

The Master of Science in Health: Science, Technology and Policy (HSTP) is a unique 6-credit graduate program. The program places an emphasis on skill acquisition, using problem-based approaches to understand health issues and sectors, and participation in collaborative interdisciplinary research projects. The program design is facilitated by the cohort model, which allows for collaboration between students from various academic backgrounds to improve their understanding of complex problems in the broad field of health.

This year we are offering a new distinctive option in the MSc in HSTP program.  Incoming students will have a choice between the Research Pathway and the Practicum Pathway.   Those in the Research Pathway would participate in an Interdisciplinary Health Research Project, a multi-stakeholder and disciplinary graduate-level research project. Research is supervised by faculty researchers and completed in collaboration with external partners (e.g. government, corporate, or community health institutions).  The Practicum Pathway is a new stream that allows students to gain work experience by completing practicum placement(s) at appropriate organization(s) (e.g. public health unit, provincial or federal governmental agency or non-governmental organization).

We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2024 admissions. Further information on the program and the applications instructions can be found at https://carleton.ca/healthsciences/msc-in-health-science-technology-and-policy/admissions-msc-in-hstp/

If interested, please submit an application online (https://graduate.carleton.ca/apply-online/) by February 1, 2024.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Claire MacArthur: CLAIREMACARTHUR@CUNET.CARLETON.CA

 

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International Student Survey – CBIE 2023

The University of Victoria and the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) are inviting international students to participate in the 2023 International Student Survey! This survey is being conducted at institutions across Canada and gives international students the opportunity to provide important feedback and suggestions about their educational experience.

SURVEY LINK

Click on this link to access the survey: https://surveys.cbie.ca/s3/UVic-2023

PRIZES

CBIE is offering three prizes of $1,000. Winners will be randomly selected from the pool of international students who complete the entire. To enter the draw, you must complete the survey, opt into the draw and allow CBIE follow-up if you are randomly chosen as one of the winners. Last year one of the UVic students won one of the $1000 prizes!

SURVEY SUPPORT

If you have any questions or concerns about how this survey is being conducted or if you experience any problems with the survey itself, please contact research-recherche@cbie.ca

THANK YOU

Thank you in advance for providing this critical feedback. Your participation will amplify the voices of international students and serve an important role in shaping the experiences of future international students who come to study in Canada.

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Job Opportunity: Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technician
Location: Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre

Date Posted: 10-Oct-23

Reporting to the Head of Animal Care, the Animal Care Technician is responsible for technical support in the animal care unit assisting with and upholding the ethical care of animals used in research and education at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (BMSC). This position works closely with the Head of Animal Care and the Animal Care Coordinator with regards to: animal care priorities on site, including daily monitoring of animal holding facilities in ensuring compliance with Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) standards, and is heavily involved in general husbandry of marine aquatic animals (including assisting with the maintenance and organization of aquatic equipment, spaces, and inventory). The position involves working collaboratively with the organization, including participating in strategic initiatives that enhance community engagement and partnerships for the BMSC as well as supporting research and education clients.

We are committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus that is accessible to all and free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. The BMSC recognizes that diverse staff and clients benefit and enrich our workplace and the broader community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been, and continue to be, encountered by equity seeking groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible/racialized minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their professional success while they are here.

Tasks and responsibilities:

  • Working closely with the Head of Animal Care and the Animal Care Coordinator regarding animal care priorities on campus, and liaising between the Animal Care Coordinator and research/students/public on site.
  • Daily monitoring of animal holding facilities (research, teaching and field trips) in compliance with Canadian Council for Animal Care (CCAC) standards.
  • Providing oversite of all animals on site, ensuring care is being provided by responsible party.
  • Providing husbandry of marine aquatic animals (e.g. fish and large variety of invertebrate species) used in research, teaching and field trips.
  • Providing habitat development and enrichment of display animals held on site.
  • Advising on animal care holding and procedures on site.
  • Assisting in and ensuring animal collection records are submitted by animal users and submitting BMSC’s required collections data to the appropriate external bodies.
  • Assisting in the collection of marine organisms (possibly with scientific diving, if qualified).
  • Assisting with delivering animal care seminars for the university summer students and field trips staff.
  • Providing logistical planning support and administrative support with regards to the relevant activities (e.g., permitting, advising, planning, managing small projects etc.)
  • Assisting in troubleshooting animal health situations alongside the Head of Animal Care and BMSC veterinarian.

Other responsibilities:

  • May on occasion assist the Coordinator and Chair of the Animal Care Committee in the administration of animal use protocols and animal care committee.
  • May on occasion assist with the coordination of BMSC’s animal care committee.
  • Assisting in other duties related to animal care as required.
  • Assisting with supervision of summer animal care assistant(s).
  • Assisting new researchers, facilitating collaborative research.
  • Informing users of available resources.
  • Assisting with the maintenance and organization of aquatic equipment, spaces, and inventory.

Required qualifications:

  • Degree or diploma in biology or related field with strong interest in animal welfare, husbandry, and aquatic science
  • Knowledge of Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) guidelines and standards.
  • Excellent communication skills (diplomacy and tact are essential)
  • Past husbandry experience in non-research facilities may be considered in the absence of the above noted qualifications
  • Attention to detail is crucial in following procedures and standard operating procedures
  • Must be fluent in written and oral English language
  • Good record keeping skills required
  • Must be willing to work weekends and after hours as required.

Desired qualifications:

  • Pleasure Craft Operator Card (can be provided to the successful candidate)
  • Animal User Training certification (through institution or online through the UPEI Experimental Fish Course – can be provided to the successful candidate)
  • Prior experience in animal care (e.g., preferably at a certified aquarium or facility)
  • WHMIS training (can be provided to the successful candidate)
  • SVOP (Small Vessel Operator’s Proficiency), SDV-BS (Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety, formally known as MED-A3) and ROC-M (Restricted Operator’s Certificate-Maritime) certifications are assets
  • Familiarity with local marine fauna and its natural history/ecology is a strong asset
  • Adaptability to work and live in a remote location

Hourly Wage: Starting wage $22/hour (potential for increase based on experience and performance) plus benefits after probationary period.

Term: 6 month contract (potential to be made permanent full-time) –  37.5 hours/week

Application Deadline: November 10, 2023 (deadline will be extended if position is not filled)

How to Apply: Please apply by sending your resumé or CV, three references and a cover letter to the Coordinator of Animal Care at acc@bamfieldmsc.com

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Ocean of data hackathon

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!