November 6 2023 | DIGEST NO. 371
SFU Virtual Career Fair
Don't miss your chance to explore career, co-op, volunteer and graduate school opportunities and connect with exhibitors from 50+ organizations! Whether you are work searching or exploring your future career options, this event is for you. Open to all SFU students & Alumni.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 7
🕒 Time: 10am - 12pm | Break | 1-3pm
📍 Location: SFU Zoom
MBA Info Session
Launching September 2024, the SFU Beedie Early Career MBA (EC MBA) is a business program designed to show future employers that you are a dynamic change-maker who has what it takes to make a positive impact in your desired field. This program is for recent graduates from any field of education with fewer than two years of work experience. Complement your existing skills to succeed in the competitive job market of your choice by building on your interests and passions to develop in-demand business acumen.
Online Info Session Nov 8th, 2023 | 8:00 AM- 9:00AM | GET TICKETS
In Person Event, Nov 9th, 2023| SFU Surrey Campus: SRYC 3270 | 2PM- 3PM | GET TICKETS
Upcoming WCVM Online Presentations for Aspiring Vets!
Considering veterinary medicine? The Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) is rolling out a series of Zoom presentations for you:
General Admissions: Oct 26, 6:30 pm CST. Presented by WCVM Admissions. Register Here
BC/Northern Territories Panel: Nov 2, 6:00 pm PDT/7:00 pm CST. Insights from WCVM students & alumni from BC/northern territories. Register Here
Saskatchewan Panel: Nov 6, 6:00 pm CST. Presented by WCVM students from Saskatchewan. Register Here
Manitoba Panel: Nov 7, 6:00 pm CST. Insights from WCVM students & alumni from Manitoba. Register Here
Admissions Updates:
- For Fall 2024: All applicants need to complete the Casper test.
- For Fall 2025: Changes in prerequisites and policy.
More details on the WCVM admissions website.
🎉 BPK Undergraduate Student Awards Recap! 🎉
Thank you to all the BPK UGRADS who submitted their applications for the Fall 2023 awards. The winners have been notified and funds will be credited to each winner's student account. A huge shoutout to everyone who participated! Stay tuned for more opportunities and continue striving for excellence! For more information and future opportunities, visit Financial Aid
BPK 343, BPK 455 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
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.
📣 APRU Health Research Ethics Mini Certificate 2024
Join the sought-after virtual training by APRU. Given last year's overwhelming demand, this free 10-hour training returns in 2024. Act quickly to secure your spot!
📅 Dates: Feb 16, Feb 23, March 1 at 9am-11am Manila/HK time OR Feb 15, 22, 29 at 5pm-7pm Pacific Time
Experience: ✨ Talks by bioethics experts ✨ Real-world case study discussions ✨ Global peer interactions ✨ 4 hours of self-paced work
Earn the certificate by completing website tasks and attending all live sessions. Hosted by the APRU Global Health Program’s Working Group on Bioethics.
🔗 More details & register: APRU Mini Certificate - Feb 2024
Personal Trainer Certification Programs 2023
Here are the best personal trainer certification programs of 2023 according to experts. If you are passionate about fitness and want to help other reach their health goals, you may considering a career as a personal trainer.
Click here and learn more about these programs.
BCIT Environmental Public Health program
The BCIT Environmental Public Health program trains students to become health inspectors and environmental health professionals. Through legislation, education, and promotion, BCIT graduates work with people in almost every industry to safeguard public health. Our students gain current, practical experience to become certified and start working as soon as they graduate.
About the Program:
- Two year, full-time Bachelor of Environmental Public Health program
- Small class sizes provide individual support
- Lectures, field trips, and research deliver a solid theory-based education
- A three-month practical experience at a BC health agency offers direct field experience
This program is for individuals who:
- Like working with teams to problem solve and manage conflict in a public health setting
- Enjoy a flexible work environment that changes daily
- Are interested in building strong communication skills
- Have two or more years of post-secondary education
The need for environmental health is everywhere. From law enforcement, consulting, and legislation, to government and quality assurance, public health jobs are critical to keeping people safe.
Participants Needed for Research on Visually Guided Walking
Gemma (MSc student in BPK) is recruiting participants for her thesis experiment. If you are interested, please contact her.
In addition to the poster (click to enlarge), note the following when deciding if you are interested:
You should NOT participate in this study if one or more of the following applies:
- Your age is greater than 40 or less than 19 (or less than 18 for an SFU student)
- You have any known visual disorder other than one that can be corrected with lenses
- You have a musculoskeletal (e.g., arthritis) or neurological (e.g., stroke, Parkinson’s disease) disorder that affects your movement or balance
- You are allergic to rubbing alcohol or adhesive
- You have participated in a research experiment using prism glasses before
- You are not vaccinated against COVID19
Your decision on whether to participate will not influence your grades in any coursework or benefit you in terms of status or success in any class.
Contact information: Gemma Malagon / gemma_malagon@sfu.ca
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
🌟 Volunteer Opportunity for Students in Health-Related Fields 🌟
Volunteer at the West Coast Women's Show, Nov. 17-19. Help at a physiotherapy booth – greet, assist with questionnaires, and measure knee range. Training provided.
⏰ Shifts: Minimum one 5- hour shift, more available
🚀 Deadline: Apply by Apply by Fri, Nov. 10.
📞 Contact: Janice Low at 604-716-1047 or janice@janicelowphysio.com
🎁 Perks: Free show ticket, signed volunteer hours, reference letters, business insights.
Volunteer Opportunity at UBC Sports Law
Dr. Mark Moore, renowned Sports Law Professor at UBC, is on the lookout for a volunteer classroom assistant. Dive into the world of sports and law alongside an expert.
📅 When: Thursdays, 2-5 pm
📍 Where: Allard Hall, UBC
You'll assist with guest interviews, multimedia clips, student presentations, and engaging negotiation exercises. Familiarity with Zoom, Canvas, and Excel is desired. Position opened until filled.
A bit about Dr. Moore: A former pro hockey player, co-owner of Nike Sports Camps, and author. Past classes featured legends like Ken Dryden and Charles Tator OC.
📩 Interested? Drop an email to Dr. Mark Moore: moore@allard.ubc.ca
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.
Spotlight on Dr. Matthew Dorton: Bastions of BPK Award Recipient, October 2023 Convocation 🎉
Dr. Matthew Dorton stands as the distinguished recipient of the Bastions of BPK Award for October 2023. This prestigious award honors BPK MSc and PhD graduates who've left an indelible mark on the BPK culture and community through leadership, engagement, mentorship, and community-building.
Endorsed by two faculty members, one trainee, and two prior award recipients, Dr. Dorton's exemplary contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence truly shine. Matthew's commendable leadership and dedication to the community resonate with the award's essence. Bravo! 🌟👏
The Connection Between Needle Pain and Fainting: Insights from an SFU Study
SFU researchers have discovered that needle pain might escalate the chances of fainting. Their findings, published in the Clinical Autonomic Research journal, reveal that 16% of adults opt out of flu shots due to a fear of needles or blood. Victoria Claydon, an SFU Professor, emphasizes, "By diminishing needle pain, we can alleviate fears and better manage blood pressure." The study underscores the importance of using topical anesthetics before needle procedures to reduce the risk of fainting.
Get to Know BPK’s New Chair
About Dr. Peter Ruben: He became interested in ion channel biophysics while studying learning in a marine invertebrate, a sea slug called Aplysia californica, for his PhD project at the University of Calgary. He went from Calgary to Stanford University’s marine biology lab in Pacific Grove, California, where he continued to work with marine invertebrates as a model system for ion channel biophysics. After 4 years at Stanford, Peter moved to the University of Hawaii where he spent 10 years studying ion channels in crabs and crayfish. In 1995, he moved to Utah State University where he shifted his research focus to study the biophysics of inheritable diseases caused by mutations in voltage-gated sodium channels. Peter came to SFU in 2006 to be Chair of BPK and continued his research on sodium channels. After 5 exciting years as Chair, he served as Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Science for 6 years. In 2018, Peter went back to research and teaching for 5 years before agreeing to be Chair of BPK for a short term of 14 months. Peter’s life is not all about work. Living in all those beautiful places, he has found ways to keep physically active: climbing and skiing in Alberta, rock climbing in California, surfing in Hawaii, climbing and skiing in Utah, and all of those activities in British Columbia. Peter enjoys spending time with his family, particularly on ski holidays.
From Classroom to Clinic: Gaining Practical Experience in Kinesiology
OLC Stories
"Some examples from my current co-op position include understanding how the role of the practitioner fits into a patient’s treatment plan, the importance of health insurance in patient care, and learning about different types of business models in private practice."
Featuring Elena Selles, BPK student
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