January 9, 2023 | Digest No. 329

Picture a Scientist Screening and Talkback

The Faculty of Science and the Sexual Violence Support & Prevention Office are partnering for a free screening of Picture a Scientist, a documentary highlighting experiences of gender-based discrimination and violence in the academic sciences. After watching the film, students will participate in a facilitated discussion of the documentary, of their own experiences as Science students, and what groups, services, and resources exist on campus for supporting students.

Tuesday, Jan 10, 2023 3:30-6:15pm
Sci-Space, AQ 3146

*Option to attend at 5:30pm if watching documentary in advance.

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What will it take? Tackling Gender Equity in the Academic Sciences

After some gains in the 1970s, conditions of equity and inclusion within academic sciences has largely stayed the same, and in some ways worsened, over the past fifty years. Making sense of how to meaningful effect change is a process that is as necessary as it is difficult. This workshop will help interested students in thinking through their theories of change that will get us to the world they are seeking to build. This workshop is broadly applicable but discussion will largely be focused on gender-based violence and marginalization within academic sciences. You are strongly encouraged to have watched the documentary Picture a Scientist and participated in our event on January 10th, but it is not required.

Thursday, Jan 12, 2023 3:30-5pm
Sci-Space, AQ 3146

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2023 BPK Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA)

2023 Spring BPK USRA competition is now open! Application deadline is Sunday, January 22nd, 2023 at 11:59pm. 

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An All Expenses Paid Summer School in Vision Science at York University

Join this one-week all expenses paid vision science program for undergraduate students which will take place July 10 – 14, 2023. This program is an excellent to do a deep dive into vision related research and to learn from world leaders in the field. Applicaiton deadline is February 10, 2023. More info here.

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McMaster University Rehabilitation Sciences is accepting GRADUATE applications! 

Are you interested in rehabilitation science? Apply for our September 2023 admission intake!

September 2023 Admission Intake Application Deadlines: 
- MSc Course Based application deadline: July 10, 2023 
- MSc Thesis application deadline: February 20, 2023 
- PhD Thesis and PhD Dual application deadline: February 20, 2023 

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Sex Differences in the Neurophysiological and Ventilatory Responses to Exercise: Impact of the Sensations of Exertional Dyspnea

You are being invited to take part in this research study because you are between the ages of 19-40 (inclusive), are healthy, and recreationally active (participate in at least 150 minutes per week of physical activity).

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the sensations of breathlessness differ between healthy recreationally active men and women, and to study the responses to exercise when breathing is made more difficult with dead space loading (increasing the amount of inhaled air that does not reach the lungs)

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Academics First Tutoring Program: Seeking qualified tutors

The Academics First Tutoring Program is hiring tutors in a variety of subject areas, especially BPK (all 100- and 200-level), for the Spring 2023 term and beyond. This is an on-call position and assignments are made based on received request. May you please pass along and share out this opportunity via your channels/networks?

• The posting is up via myInvolvement (Job ID 5951)

The posting is up until Friday, January 13, 2023 at noon. Students only need to apply with their transcript and resume. Any interested applicants, as well as questions and concerns, can be sent to academics_first@sfu.ca.

Pay rates:

• Undergraduate students: $20/hr
• Master’s students: $25/hr
• Doctoral students: $30/hr
• All tutors are compensated at $16 per hour for training

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Volunteer Opportunity at Jump Gymnastics

Jump Gymnastics has supported over 22,000 families to raise self-confident kids who thrive in all sports.

Do any of the following sound like you?

• You’re a change agent, you are interested in development and improvement, especially when it comes to growth personally, professionally, and physically.
• You’re understanding─you will be working with young children with a wide variety of learning styles and abilities
• You love being active and having fun! You will be constantly moving and engaging with the children
• You shine with enthusiasm─you love coming to work, and it shows!
• You’re an energetic leader—you are confident communicating with both children and their parents.

If any of the above sound familiar, completing a University Practicum with Jump Gymnastics might be right for you!
Interested? Fill out our application form today!

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Call for Volunteers at REACH

The Heart Healthy workshop has topic tables for volunteers to educate and enlighten their community. Become a Health Promoter with educating on heart topic tables such as: Checking clients in and introducing REACH, Cardiovascular health screening questions, Blood pressure and heart rate check, Weight or waist circumference check, Nutrition information & Active living information. 

Workshop detail:

• Last Wednesday of each month (February 22, March 29, April 26)
• 4PM to 7PM
• REACH Community Health Centre, 1145 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X3

Deadline to apply: Feburary 3, 2023

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Volunteer Seniors Advocate - Chimo

Volunteering with Chimo offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to support those in need and to make a positive difference in your community. Volunteering is a powerful avenue for ongoing personal growth! It is also a great way to gain valuable life skills and professional skills, such as self-awareness, active listening skills, crisis prevention, personal advocacy and knowledge of government and community resources.

We are proud to offer in-depth training delivered by highly-skilled, Masters-level training facilitators. Volunteers are the backbone of our services, and we are committed to ensure that you receive the training, support and encouragement that you deserve.

Volunteer Seniors Advocate - Overview

The Volunteer Seniors Advocate will  

• assist residents aged 55 and over in the Richmond and South Delta area with housing, food, benefits, and community resources through a senior-centered case management approach.
• empower clients to develop the confidence and skills to effectively speak and act for themselves, gather information, gain knowledge, learn to identify, and address issues, and prevent crises.

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SFU Sports Medicine Clinic Assistant Program

The SFU Sports Medicine department is seeking students who are interested in volunteering in the Sports Medicine Clinic during the Spring semester. Students must completed BPK 241 and have their first aid CPR/AED up to date.

This opportunity is recognized on the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), an official University document that tracks students’ co-curricular involvement at SFU. Learn more about the Co-Curricular Record here.

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