November 28, 2022 | Digest No. 326
Actuarial Science Info Session
Did you know:
- “Actuary” is consistently listed among the top jobs to hold in North America, with great pay and excellent growth prospects?
- SFU is a recognized Center of Actuarial Excellence, with a thriving actuarial science program that can launch YOU into this exciting career?
- An actuarial major can be paired with a wide range of other majors/minors, so you can pursue multiple interests AND set yourself apart on the job market?
Join us for a virtual info session on Dec 1st to find out why you should consider adding a major in actuarial science to your academic plan, and what being a student in this program is like.
WHEN: Thursday, Dec 1st @ 10:30 AM PST
WHERE: Zoom
Presentation: 10:30-10:55 am
Q&A with faculty and students: 10:55-11:20 am (optional)
***To enjoy full functionality, please make sure you have the latest version of Zoom installed before attending. To know if you need an update, open the Zoom Desktop Client, click on your Profile Picture in the top right corner, and click on 'Check for updates'.
December 6 Memorial Event
December 6th is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, marking the 33rd anniversary of the Montréal Massacre. On Tueday, Dec. 6, the SFU community is invited to attend the in-person memorial hosted by the SFU Sexual Violence Support & Prevention Office (SVSPO) and other campus partners to remember and honour the victims of this tragedy. The memorial will take place from 12:30pm-1:30pm at the Student Union Building Ballroom (Burnaby Campus). Vancouver and Surrey Campus will have memorial displays. Follow the SVSPO on Instagram or Facebook for more information.
Success Stories in Science: Life after Graduation | Dialogue with Lorena Braid
Curious about what you could do after graduating with a Science Degree? Join your peers as Dr. Lorena Braid, CSO of Aurora BioSolutions, guides us through the journey that led her to founding her own company!
Sci-Space is proud to present this Dialogue Series with industry entrepreneurs and interdisciplinary leaders. Don’t have a clue of the types of jobs or companies out there after you complete your BSc and beyond? This is the third event of the Series, and we’re incredibly happy to host Lorena Braid, MBB’s very own Assistant Professor and CRC. She will be speaking on “Career cartography: An ongoing journey through an uncharted landscape of opportunities”. There will be a Q&A period following the talk.
Don’t forget to come prepared with a question or 2!
When: Tuesday, December 6, 2:30-3:30pm
Where: Sci-Space, AQ 3146
BPK Coffee and Conversations - Wednesday Wellness
The BPK Mental Wellness and Engagement Committee will be hosting Coffee and Conversations every Wednesday at 10 am. Come by the BPK Lounge for FREE hot coffee, tea, snacks, and good company to start the day off on a positive note. All SFU BPK faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend. While we will be providing disposable hot drink cups, we recommend that you bring your own mug or tumbler. Hope to see you there!
Exchange Info Session
Discover a global education: develop skills, expand perspective, create connections.
Apply up to a year in advance for an exchange term to one of SFU’s 130+ partner institutions in 45+ countries around the world. With options for all disciplines to internationalize your degree and your resume.
Exchange applications for the Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024 terms are now open. Check your eligibility and apply by January 15 or 25, 2022 for the first round of applications for the 2022/23 program year (check online for deadline information).
Check out the past Exchange Info Session to learn about the benefits of participating in an exchange, short-term study program, and/or virtual exchange, to earn credit towards your SFU degree while gaining a valuable global perspective.
How to Apply for Exchange: Thursday, January 5 at 12:30pm (PT)
Exchange Application Q&A: Thursday, January 12 at 12:30pm (PT)
Amgen Scholars Program Virtual Info Session
The Amgen Scholars Program is a 10-week summer research program that is fully funded by the Amgen Foundation. The program supports students in developing the skills necessary for graduate school and for careers in science through a combination of hands-on research, participation in lab and professional development activities, and relationship building. Join our Amgen Scholars Virtual Info Session! Learn about the program and application process from our panelists and previous Amgen Scholars!
January 9th, 2023, 12-1pm EST
Online
BPK 343 and BPK 482 Enrolment Information
SFU is required by law to ensure that every student registered in a practicum that involves working with children or vulnerable adults undergoes a CRRA Criminal Record Check. The University must submit consent forms with payment to the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. SFU is prohibited by law to permit students to work with children or vulnerable adults without a CRRA Criminal Record Check. List of BPK Courses requiring a CRRA Criminal Record Check is as follows:
- BPK 343 – Active Health: Assessment & Programming
- BPK 445 – Advanced Cardiac Rehabilitation
- BPK 482 - Ergonomics and Rehabilitation
The Criminal Record Check is coded as a prerequisite for the above courses and cannot be waived by law.
Please refer to the process for Criminal Records Check on SFU Student Service website here: https://www.sfu.ca/students/criminalrecords.html
By law, SFU cannot accept CRC's done through other agencies including the RCMP. Students with criminal record checks conducted through agencies other than the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General are still expected to fulfill this requirement. Further, the process for a Criminal Record Check must be undertaken by SFU only.
Since the document is valid for 5 years, it would be a good idea to get it done far in advance of your enrollment for any of the listed courses as the processing time can vary.
*Note: Enrollment appointments for Spring 2023 classes begin Nov 7, 2022
Spring 2023 Courses
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EVSC 395: Special Topics: Air Quality
Are your eyes, nose, & throat feeling more irritated than before? Have you noticed the sudden rise in allergies? Wildfires and smoke continue to be a concern for residents in British Columbia as the air quality drops to unhealthy levels. With rising air quality and wildfires concerns, Environmental Scientists are increasingly looking for better ways to manage and access emerging air quality issues. In this course, students will learn about all aspects of air quality and issues via guest lecturers and speakers. Prerequisites: EVSC 100, MATH 150, 151 or 154, PHYS 101 or 120, 60 units, or permission of the instructor.
EVSC 320: Watershed Ecology (4)
Watersheds are fundamental organizational units on the landscape for physical processes, biological communities, and management. They also deliver many services that humans rely on. This course is intended to introduce students to landscape-scale thinking and spatial ecology, and teaches physical and biological approaches in watershed science. Prerequisite: EVSC 100 or permission of the instructor and one of the following: BISC 204, REM 211, or GEOG 215. Students who have taken EVSC 395 under the title "Watershed Ecology" in Spring 2021 may not take this course for further credit.
EVSC 445 - Environmental Data Analysis (4)
Introduces environmental scientists to application of modern data analysis methods. This course covers sampling, experimental design, and the analysis of quantitative data collected in the course of environmental monitoring, assessment and restoration programs. Students will be introduced and gain experience with the statistical programming language R. Prerequisite: GEOG 251, or one of STAT 100, 201, 203, 205 or 270 or permission of the instructor.
MATH 396: Mathematical Modeling of Infectious Diseases
Have you ever wondered where COVID-19 models and forecasts come from? In this course you'll learn how to build and analyze mathematical models that describe how an infection spreads in a population, and make forecasts for its trajectory. These models can have huge benefits for control of infectious diseases. Even simple models help us understand the dynamics common to many infections, and they can help us identify simple explanations for complex phenomena.
Instructor: Dr. Jessica Stockdale
Method of Instruction: In person
Days/Times: M-W-F, 9:30-10:20 AM
Location: WMC 2830, Burnaby campus
Prerequisites: MATH 260 with a minimum C- grade OR MATH 155 with a minimum A- grade
For more information, please contact Dr. Jessica Stockdale: jessica_stockdale@sfu.ca
New Business Courses: BUS 240 Introduction to Innovation & BUS 275 Business in a Sustainable Society
Introduction to Innovation - BUS 240 (3): Why do some innovations succeed while others fail? What stops well-resourced companies from being more innovative? How can failure lead to success? In the brand new BUS 240 Introduction to Innovation course, you'll learn the answers to these types of questions and many more.
Drawing on examples from a variety of industries and markets, you'll be introduced to key innovation concepts and processes, and learn how innovation is practiced in different types of organizations. By the end of the course, you'll know how to recognize opportunities, be more creative, and realize your own potential as an agent of innovation who can implement innovation in established organizations, entrepreneurial ventures and in society.
Business in a Sustainable Society - BUS 275 (3): This course is designed to introduce you to an array of social and ecological issues that affect and are affected by businesses. Our goal is to equip you with a toolset and the ability to think critically about how we can build businesses that contribute to social and ecological resilience and build a just and equitable society.
Many of the issues that we face today from climate change to unaffordable housing and human rights violations are in part because of how we have done and continue to train people to do business. When done in a specific way, businesses can be a powerful force for positive change, but when done another way, they can be highly destructive to society and the planet. In this course, we’re going ask questions that challenge how we think about business, and you’re going to be exposed to ways of thinking and seeing the world that might go against what you’ve learned, but at the end, you will understand the challenges that we face, what needs to be done, and how you can leverage business as a force for good to contribute to a sustainable society.
FREN 200: Cultural Perspectives: Québec and France
Are you looking for a fun online elective for Spring 2023? If you have the equivalent of grade 12 French knowledge or above, check out the special topics class, FREN 200 OL01! This 3 credit course will explore different aspects of modern life in Québec and France and what makes each unique.
Contact the undergraduate advisor at frenadv@sfu.ca for details. All interested students are encouraged to inquire to verify their eligibility to take this course.
Academic Advising
*** All in-person advising is cancelled. Remote advising will continue. Log into Science's new Advisor Link with your SFU Computing ID and password and book academic advising appointments online.
** Please have Academic Transcripts on-hand for appointments. Follow this link for instructions: https://www.sfu.ca/students/records/advising-transcripts.html
BPK Advising hours are as follows:
| Day | Appointments |
| Monday | 10am – 11:40am |
| Tuesday | 10am – 11:40am 2pm – 3pm |
| Wednesday | 10am – 11:40am 2pm - 3pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 11am 2pm – 3:40pm |
Zoom Drop-in advising for quick (< 10 minutes) questions
| Day | Zoom Drop-in |
| Monday | 1:30pm - 2:30pm |
| Wednesday | 3:15pm - 4:15pm |
If you are not available for drop-in times, or are unable to make an appointment, you may contact the academic advisor here. When contacting the advisor, please always include your full first and last name, your student number, and attach your advising transcript. Download your advising transcript from your student centre at go.sfu.ca. Follow this think for instructions: https://www.sfu.ca/students/records/advising-transcripts.html
The Active Health & Rehabilitation concentration
Are you a KIN Major student who wants to be in Active Health and Rehab Concentration?
Email the BPK Advisor to have the Active Health and Rehab Concentration added to your academic plan.
The Cardiovascular Physiology Lab (CVPL) is looking for a Directed Studies student (BPK 498) in Spring 2023!
If you are an undergraduate student interested in cardiovascular physiology, and are looking to further your research and writing skills, this position could be for you! Applicants should have excellent working knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, strong organizational and communication skills, be confident analysing and visualising data, and should be comfortable working independently (alongside academic mentors).
Your application should include an unofficial transcript, a resume (max 2pg), and a brief description of why you are interested in working in the CVPL (max 300 words).
Prerequisites: BPK 205, BPK 305 (BPK 407 would be beneficial, but is not a requirement).
Please email Dr. Victoria Claydon (victoria_claydon@sfu.ca) and Erin Williams (erin_williams_2@sfu.ca) to apply. We will be accepting applications until 4:00pm on Friday, December 2nd.
Learn and Earn! Removing Barriers to WIL: EDI Bursary & Professional Development Opportunity for Students
Apply now for an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) professional development opportunity. Earn $800 upon completion!
SFU undergraduate and graduate students from all faculty areas are invited to join Learn and Earn! Bursary program starts January 2023 online, for four weeks! Eligible students must be currently registered in a course or program that has a partner organization and work integrated learning / hands-on component (including but not limited to: research; community-based or service learning; Co-op; Entrepreneurship; Field placement, internship, or practicum). Enrolment limited – apply early!
This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work-Integrated Learning program and CEWIL Canada’s iHub.
Supine-to-stand versus Supine-to-Lower Body Negative Pressure (LBNP), Cardiovascular/Musculoskeletal Baroreflex Responses (#30001262)
We are looking for healthy, able-bodied participants aged 19-35 years to come to the Aerospace Physiology Laboratory (APL) to undergo supine-to-stand and supine-to-lower body negative pressure (LBNP) testing protocols.
Your participation in this study will involve…
- 1 lab visit (no longer than 1 hour) at SFU’s APL where you will be lying on your back and standing on a force platform.
- 1 lab visit (no longer than 1 hour) at SFU’s APL where you will be lying on your back inside a LBNP chamber from below the hips.
Both visits will be measuring heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle activity.
Your contribution helps us improve our understanding if LBNP accurately mimics heart and muscle responses that are seen with quiet standing after laying down.
For more information, please contact APL via email or telephone:
Email: LBNP2022Study@gmail.com
Telephone: 778-255-3904
Part-time temporary lab technician - Cell physiology
The BPK department has a part-time temporary technician position to support BPK 408, Cellular physiology lab. The successful candidate should have hands-on laboratory experience in cell biology, tissue culture, protein expression, and DNA and RNA manipulation. This position will be for 3 months starting in January.
Please email Luiza at lgomes@sfu.ca if interested with your CV, a cover letter and availability.
Neuromotion Physiotherapy
Neuromotion Physiotherapy (Surrey location) is recruiting volunteers to help out in their physiotherapy clinic.
We are a neurological disorder specific clinic who strives to re-train functional movement through the clinical application of neuroscientific principles. Based on client-centered goals, we provide expert hands-on treatments, education, and exercises to enable the client to achieve their goals and maximize their physical potential.
What makes us unique is the community atmosphere, wherein staff, clients, and volunteers all work together to help the clients achieve their therapeutic goals. We provide many volunteer opportunities to eager individuals, many of whom are students looking to gain practical experience in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. We are almost always looking for volunteers to help out in the clinic or in the community (carrying out a safe home exercise program or simply providing companionship).
At Neuromotion we involve volunteers to help the clinic run as smoothly as possible. Our volunteers assist with set-up, tidiness, and are often a useful second pair of hands in treatment. They are always under supervision by a Neuromotion staff member.
Street Saviours Outreach
Looking to gain some valuable and unique volunteering experience? Look no further, Street Saviours: Outreach Society is here. Street Saviours is a non-profit organization based in Vancouver. Our primary objective is to find and treat emergency overdose responses to those in crisis on the streets of Downtown Eastside. Along the way, we also deliver basic human needs (food, water), harm reduction and minimization support including Naloxone kit distribution, referral to services, as well as the promotion of mental, physical, and sexual wellbeing. Although we have many paramedics and first responders in our team, first aid experience or certifications are NOT required to volunteer!
Our office is located right off Powell Street, Vancouver (623 Powell Street Vancouver, BC V6A 1H2). Our patrols take place from 8:30 pm to midnight and we typically patrol every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
If you are interested, or have any questions, please feel free to contact us at mosesj@sfu.ca or kaileigh.bunting@streetsaviours.com.
check out our facebook page @StreetSavioursOutreachSociety or visit our website (button below) for more information.
Fraser Health Crisis Line Volunteer Opportunity
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? Why not start now!
The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested in learning more about this challenging and rewarding opportunity,the first step is to review the information on our website and then attend a Zoom Information Session. Please go to www.options.bc.ca and click on Get Involved -> I Want to Volunteer -> Crisis Line. Here you will find the dates and Zoom links for the up-coming sessions.
Many volunteers report that their Crisis Line experience was significant in helping them reach their educational and/or career goals, including acceptance into Graduate Programs, Policing, Medical School, E-Comm 911, Social Work, Mental Health and related fields. Volunteers also tell us that they find the Crisis Line to be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, as they are truly making a difference.
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