Rob & Tammy Lipson Research Scholarship

This is a call for applications for the Rob & Tammy Lipson Research Scholarship. All Science students who have an international research experience opportunity are welcome to apply. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist students in gaining hands-on research experience in an international setting. For 2021 applications, the requirement for international travel is waived and/or may be extended to March 2022. Research collaborations must still be international in scope (e.g. collaborator is outside of Canada) to qualify.

Preference is given to academically outstanding undergraduate or graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to knowledge translation through one of:

  1. A presentation at a departmental or research centre symposium or colloquium;
  2. Participation in a faculty/UVic presentation event, such as Honours Fest, Ideas Fest or JCURA; or
  3. A presentation at an external conference.

For full details (terms of reference and application form) please see the “Rob and Tammy Lipson Research Scholarship” tab on Science Awards website (https://www.uvic.ca/science/undergraduate/science-awards/index.php).

We look forward to receiving your application in the Dean’s Office by May 31, 2021.

Undergraduate, Japanese Studies and Research Student Scholarships

Greetings from the Consulate General of Japan:

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of the Government of Japan is currently accepting applications for the 2022 Research Student Scholarship for students who wish to study at Japanese universities as research or post-graduate students.

The scholarship covers:

  1. Full tuition
  2. Monthly allowance
  3. Round-trip flight between Japan and Canada

The Research Student Scholarship is aimed at university graduates, born on or after April 2, 1987 (for the 2022 scholarship year). The area of research or post-grad study should be in the same or related field that the applicant has previously studied.

Application guides and forms are available through the links on the Consulate General of Japan website:

https://www.vancouver.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/mext_en.html. Application deadline for the 2022 scholarship year: May 12, 2021.

Applicants who successfully pass the written application screening are required to undertake an interview and examination (English and Japanese language) to be held in late June/early July 2021. Due to COVID-19, the process for the interviews and examinations will be announced at a later date. Normally, interviews and examinations must be conducted in-person at the Consulate General of Japan’s offices. Please note that fluency in Japanese is not necessarily required, but dependent on the nature of the university and study program as selected by the scholarship candidate.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact us at 604.684.5868 or by Email at jet@vc.mofa.go.jp.

 

Kind regards,

Steve Chevalier

Culture & Education Specialist/JET Programme Coordinator Culture & Public Relations, Consulate General of Japan

604-684-5868 ext. 397 | jet@vc.mofa.go.jp www.vancouver.ca.emb-japan.go.jp | jetprogramme.ca

900-1177 W. Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2K9

Indigenous Cultural Acumen Training

The Chemistry Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (Chem EDI) invites you to attend Indigenous Cultural Acumen Training which has been organized for all members of the Chemistry Department, which includes undergraduate students. This training will provide you with information about the colonial context (historical and current) of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

May 3, 2021
2:00-4:00 pm
Register at https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/RGWYFR7

SEOS Ocean Information Session

Hello Undergraduate Students,

Please join our SEOS Ocean Information Session and feel free to spread the word – all are welcome!

SEOS Oceans Information Session

Dr. Roberta Hamme, Chair

5:00pm on Thursday, April 1st

Zoom link details are:

https://uvic.zoom.us/j/84893942174?pwd=eDdqa0loNzd1aTBuZjFFenJhV2xxZz09

Meeting ID: 848 9394 2174

Password: 545830

 

Have a great day!

Allison

 

Allison Rose | Department Secretary

School of Earth and Ocean Sciences | University of Victoria

http://seos.uvic.ca  | seos@uvic.ca |

Student Volunteer Opportunity – UVSS Peer Support Centre

The Peer Support Centre (PSC) is a safer space created to be an inclusive and comfortable space for students from all walks of life. It operates as a first point of contact for students looking for mental health support, referrals, and other resources. They typically operate through a face-to-face operations model out of the SUB; however, they have recently migrated to an online format in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

PSC student volunteers (from all faculties and programs) are highly trained in suicide prevention, active listening, cultural competencies, in order to offer non-judgmental, empathetic and confidential support to their peers.

The volunteer program is especially popular with psychology, sociology, and social work students as it is highly relevant to those wishing to pursue trauma centred careers; however, they have also had students from a variety of faculties (ie. Engineering and Fine Arts) bring great value to the team.

The PSC offers full training, volunteer support, reference letters, and professional development opportunities to our volunteers, which makes the organization an excellent choice for those pursuing next steps after graduation that require volunteer hours (ie. med school), but also creates a safe and welcoming space for those who find fulfillment through volunteering.

Details are as follows:

Who: Students of any faculty who are open-minded, empathetic, and would like to help their fellow students.

What: Peer Support — providing non-judgemental, confidential, and compassionate support to peers from all walks of life (training provided)

Where: Tentatively in person on the UVic campus, potential for hybrid or fully online shifts via Doxy telemed.

When: September 2021-April 2022 (negotiable and flexible). 2-4 hours a week (Centre hours are 12-5 PDT Monday through Wednesday; 6-10 Thursday and Friday)

Why: Fulfillment from helping your peers navigate difficult situations, full and robust mental health training, consistent volunteer hours, professional development opportunities, and reference letters.

If this volunteer opportunity is of interest to you, please see the attached application form and submit it to pscoperations@uvss.ca by end of day on Friday 26 March, 2021.​​

PSC_Application_Form_2021

 

Indigenous STEM Scholarships

The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) provides scholarships for indigenous students in STEM.  Students need to become AISES members which is free (join here).  More information on these scholarships and due dates can be found here.

If there are any indigenous undergraduate or graduate students interested in learning more about AISES or perhaps forming an AISES chapter at UVic, please contact Laura Cowen scieadr@uvic.ca