April 19, 2021 | Digest No. 247

Spaceflight: Bad to the Bone with Dr. Leigh Gabel [Webinar]

Dr. Gabel will share findings from the recently completed University of Calgary TBone study, funded by the Canadian Space Agency. TBone followed 17 astronauts before and after 6-month missions to the International Space Station. Despite daily exercise, astronauts returned to Earth with the equivalent of nearly 2 decades worth of bone loss. TBone examined predictors of bone loss, including mission duration and pre-flight measures such as biomarkers of bone turnover and exercise habits. Findings from TBone are also relevant to the bone health of Earth-bound folks, as unloading in microgravity helps us understand bone loss due to injury, disuse and aging.

Time: May 26, 2021 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PDT
Location: Online Webinar

Register Here

Alumni Conversations: Why Where You Get Your Degree Matters

Join us for our University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (UB SPPS) webinar. Learn about the application process, admission requirements, academic opportunities and professional experiences as well as the most important factors for considering a career in pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences and why UB SPPS is right for you.

This webinar is appropriate for prospective and accepted students at the freshman, transfer, and graduate/professional levels. Confirmation emails and reminders will be sent to your email.  Please be sure to check your spam folder should you not receive them. We look forward to meeting you!

Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM EDT

CLICK HERE for details

BPK Research Day 2021 Summary

Thank you to everyone who attended BPK Research Day 2021! We had 200+ attendees join the event throughout the day.

Thank you to our amazing presenters – the quality of the work and presentations was first-class!

A special thank you to the BPK Research Day Organizing Committee and BPK Department Staff – without your contributions this event would not have been possible!

Award and door prize winners will be contacted this week. Keep an eye out on your e-mail for a feedback survey.

Award winners

• Scavenger hunt – Brittany Wakely
• Science Communication Contest – Cardiac Physiology Laboratory and Tiffany Barszczeski
• 3-Minute Thesis Competition – Allison Campbell (1^st) and Erin Williams (2^nd)
• Rodrigo Maeda Memorial Award (Best International MSc/PhD Poster Presentation) – Patrick Mayerhofer
• Best BSc Poster Presentation – Galvin Huen & Shreya Luthra
• Best MSc Poster Presentation – Donya Naz Divsalar
• Best PhD Poster Presentation – Lisa Lin

Undergraduate 5 Minutes of Fame

The BPK Communications Committee has started an initiative called BPK Insider, which can be found on our Instagram @sfubpk and under News and Events on the SFU BPK homepage here. We are highlighting faculty, students, achievements/awards, and publications on social media in an effort to build a diverse community of people and to celebrate/share good news throughout the semester.

Every month, we will be selecting a few undergraduate student profiles to be featured on SFU's BPK social media pages. If you would like the chance to be featured, please fill out the survey here:  https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/Q2C53KR

We hope to hear from you!

COVID Assistance and Remote Engagement Support (CARES)

COVID has created many challenges, and if you need to self-isolate, our new CARES Program is here to help support you. Offered in partnership with Fraser International College, CARES is available for students who need to self-isolate up until March 31st, 2021.

Full details here.

Wegotchu

We know that COVID-19 has made life complicated – and frankly, super stressful. This is why the SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue created wegotchu.ca, a resource for young Canadians which includes clear info and resources about all aspects of life (Income + Jobs, Support & More!) during this crisis. We hear you, and #wegotchu

Attention: Elective Grade System (P/CR/NC) option

On January 11, our University Senate approved a new, temporary undergraduate Elective Grade System of Pass/Credit/No Credit (P/CR/NC) for the 2021 - spring, summer, and fall terms. This Elective Grade System was created specifically for general elective courses.

Please note that for a course to satisfy the WQB requirement, a P is required, a CR can count towards general electives.

To access the University FAQ's: ELECTIVE GRADE SYSTEM
To access the BPK FAQ's on this topic: BPK ELECTIVE GRADE SYSTEM

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Please consult with your Academic Advisor before choosing this option.

Important Information - from the Undergraduate Advisor

Summer 2021 Term Information
Important Dates and Deadlines can be found here.

Graduation Checks
For a graduation check, please complete the following steps: 

1. Compare your advising transcript with the checklists found on the BPK website here. The advising transcript only counts completed courses.
2. If you are declared into any KIN or BIF or BNEU major program, the Academic Progress Report (APR) on goSFU is a fairly accurate tool for most students. Use this tool to cross reference/cross check/double check with your transcript and checklist. The APR assumes completion of all enrolled courses.  (PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU HAVEN'T TAKEN BPK 301/407, YOU WILL NEED TO COUNT BPK 409 IN PLACE OF BPK 301/407, THE REPORT MAY NOT PICK THAT UP AUTOMATICALLY, ONCE USED TO SATISFY THIS REQUIREMENT, IT CANNOT BE USED SOMEWHERE ELSE ALSO.)
3. After completing the two steps above, if you have additional questions, I am happy to see you for an advising appointment.

Graduation Applications
June 2021 Convocation Applicants

If Spring 2021 is your last term, you can apply for graduation now. If Summer 2021 is your last term, you would apply in May. You would apply for graduation assuming completion of all programs/courses you're currently enrolled into. At the end of the term, your application will be reviewed.

For instructions and deadlines, click here. You can see your graduation application status in goSFU under the following: "main menu" button on the top left under the SFU logo. Main Menu > SIS > Self Service > Graduation Convocation > Grad Application Status

For Spring 2021 applicants: after you apply, your graduation application status will remain "In Review" until around mid-May. Your application will be reviewed at the end of term (April). Students can access their Credential Completion Letter once the graduation application status changes to "Approved".

Academic Resource Links

*  Exchange Students Covid-19
refer here for more information.

* Remote Study & Work
https://www.sfu.ca/itservices/remote-study-work-resources.html

* Comprehensive Student Support
http://www.sfu.ca/students/support.html (Grades, Withdrawals, Advising, student services, International Students, Available Resources, Financial, Co-op and more)

Doctoral Student Position Available

A doctoral student position is available in Dr. David Wright’s laboratory in the Department of Human, Health and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Guelph starting in the Fall 2021 or Winter 2022. Dr. Wright’s laboratory is funded by NSERC and CIHR and examines the impact of exercise, diet and pharmaceutical interventions on adipose tissue, muscle and liver metabolism and how this impacts systemic carbohydrate and lipid homeostasis. A particular area of interest is how exercise, and exercise-activated pathways can be used to offset the metabolic side effects of antipsychotic medications. Stipends are competitive and guaranteed for four years and there is the opportunity for an international research placement. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV and contact information for two references to dcwright@uoguelph.ca. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Graduate (MSc) student position in wearable technology

In collaboration with FORM, a Vancouver-based wearable technology company that manufactures augmented reality swim goggles, the Clarke Lab for Quantitative Exercise Biology is recruiting a Masters student for a funded research project to evaluate the effectiveness of the goggles for enhancing the training of fitness swimmers. Details of the position are provided in the following document: https://vault.sfu.ca/index.php/s/MuMHTSVElVInKrv.

Association of Canadian Ergonomists Contest for Undergraduate Students

The Association of Canadian Ergonomists (ACE) would like to invite students enrolled at a Canadian university or college to compete in the ACE IEA2021 Contest. 

The contest involves submitting a short description of an interesting example of well or poorly applied ergonomics principles in everyday life. Winners will be selected from separate undergraduate and graduate categories and will receive free registration ($125 value) for the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) 2021 virtual conference that is held in June. Undergraduate winners will also receive a free one-year ACE student membership. Entries must be submitted by April 19^th 2021. 

CLICK HERE for more information

Learn more about IEA 2021 that happening this June 13-18, 2021: https://iea2021.org/welcome

Want to learn more about ACE?
Visit our website or send an email using the address below:

BC-Yukon Student Representative | ssk26@sfu.ca 
Association of Canadian Ergonomists | https://ergonomicscanada.ca/en  

Sunset Community Centre - Summer Camp

Sunset Community Centre is looking for qualified individuals that are hoping to create a memorable Summer for our local families. We are offering three different Camps; Our traditional Summer Escape Camp (6-12 yrs), Youth Camp (12-16 yrs) and our arts based, Creative Remix Camp (6-12 yrs).

Click each opportunity for detail:

• Summer Day Camp Project Manager
• Camp Leader – Creative REMIX Summer Art Camp
• Camp Supervisor - Creative REMIX Summer Art Camp
• 2021 Summer Escape Day Camp Supervisor and Leaders
• 2021 Youth Camp Supervisor and Leaders

Behaviour Interventionist

We are seeking individuals interested in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other disorders (ADHD/ADD, ODD, GAD, etc.) in the role of a Behaviour Interventionist (BI). The successful candidate will implement a home-based therapy program under the guidance of a Behaviour Consultant (BC). Therapy includes working 1:1 sessions targeting play, academic, social, communication, self-management, and self-care skills.

This position is perfect for those with a background in/goals towards a career in speech-language pathology, education, psychology, social services, rehabilitation sciences, and the like.

Position 1
Location: North Burnaby
Looking for a BI for a 3-year-old boy diagnosed with ASD to implement 3-4 ABA home sessions and preschool sessions starting in September 2021. Sessions at home are 1 hour, while preschool will be around 3-4 hours including travel time. At home sessions occur during the morning, day or are after school hours, and the family is flexible with the days. Current goals are using his words to communicate his needs and maintaining engagement during play.

Additional positions are available also in Burnaby, if you are interested in supporting more families, feel free to reach out as well.

Compensation:
Between $15-$30 per hour with opportunities for raises every 3-6 month period.

Qualifications:
- Energetic, punctual, patient, and interested in supporting growth in children
- At least 19 years of age
- Have strong communication and play skills
- Able to commit to the position for at least 6 months
- Having your own vehicle is an asset

Experience working with children and/or ABA training is an asset but is not required. If you are interested please contact Carolyn Sorial via email at carolyn.sorial@hotmail.comor via phone at 778-552-3055 with your availability.

Please note, due to COVID regulations and the nature of this work, BIs will not be able to wear masks unless they are clear, so their mouths and facial expressions are visible.