Chris Hadfield to give Distinguished Speaker Series talk Registration now open for October 7 event "Good morning, Earth." That is how Colonel Chris Hadfield -- writing on Twitter -- woke up the world every day while living aboard the International Space Station for over five months. Since blasting off from Kazakhstan in December 2012, Hadfield has become a worldwide sensation, harnessing the power of social media to make outer space accessible to millions and infusing a sense of wonder into the collective consciousness not felt since man first walked on the moon. Colonel Hadfield will speak in Kelowna on October 7 as part of the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences' Distinguished Speaker Series. To register or find out more visit www.ubc.ca/okanagan/speakers. Four options, all of them good Which New format do you prefer for The Exchange? The Exchange is testing some new formats to help readers access news that's most important to them, while sharing the important stories that create a common experience for all UBC employees on campus. Which one do you want to see in your inbox starting this fall? And why?
To vote for your favourite choice, visit SurveyMonkey.
New director for Centre for Scholarly Communication Centre welcomes FCCS faculty member Jordan Stouck, composition instructor for the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, has been appointed the new director of the Centre for Scholarly Communication (CSC). Stouck has a PhD in English from Queen's University and specializes in composition, rhetoric and Canadian literature. She has been teaching about writing for 12 years and came to UBC from the University of Lethbridge in 2009. With Stouck as director, the CSC will offer services for the new academic year starting on August 19. It will support graduate students, upper-level undergraduates and faculty members in communicating their research and scholarly work.
New Ombuds Office now available to students For the first time, students at UBC's Okanagan campus will have direct access to the services of an Ombuds office. The office is an independent, impartial, and confidential resource that supports students in their relationships with the university. The Ombuds Office advances systemic improvements and is an advocate for fairness.
Open photo session organized for August 29 Your research could make national headlines -- and you really shouldn't supply the media with that blurry, slightly awkward Facebook photo. You know the one. At no cost, faculty and staff can look their professional best with this straightforward photo-op in the Aboriginal Centre, located on the second floor in the east wing of the UNC building (UNC 211). Each portrait only takes about 1 to 2 minutes.
UBC a partner in delivering Aboriginal health services program The Centre for the Study of Services to Children and Families is part of an initiative to treat substance abuse and mental health disorders in the Aboriginal community. Partners in the program include the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, Westbank First Nation, Métis Community Services Society of BC, Interior Health's Aboriginal Team and Interior Health's mental health services, along with UBC's Aboriginal Programs and Services and the Centre for the Study of Services to Children and Families.
Let's start an evolution together KEY AREAS WHERE INVESTMENTS WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE: Excellence in Research start an evolution will increase our research capacity in areas of strategic importance to UBC and our community. Consider investing in people and their discoveries:
Volunteer for the Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon Help support the Heat's Cross Country Running team The Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon is new to the Okanagan this year and is the first Wine Country Half Marathon to be held outside the United States. Members of the campus community have a good opportunity to volunteer at this half marathon while raising money for the Heat Cross Country Running team. For every volunteer who registers on behalf of Heat Cross Country (UBCO), the team will recieve $50.
New educational program for UBC clinical faculty launched The Southern Medical Program (SMP) is launching a new Master Teacher Certificate Program this September. The program will provide clinical faculty with helpful tools and resources to excel in their roles as medical educators.
Available study spaces in September Expanded student study spaces and hours are returning in September. A number of classroom have been converted for use as student study areas from 7 p.m. until building close, seven days a week during the winter terms. These are drop-in spaces, and do not require pre-booking.
Applications are due on September 20 for all mentors interesting in participating in this year's Women in Science and Engineering program (WiSE). WiSE helps support young women transitioning from their undergraduate education to a career in science or engineering, and mentors them to remain in scientific careers.
Reminder: Moldovan Memorial Award nomination deadline closes Aug. 30 Nominations close next Friday for the Moldovan Memorial Award. The award gives $1,000 each to two individuals who have made innovative contributions that address specific concerns associated with the teaching and research ecological footprint at UBC.
Nine Heat athletes and two Heat coaches earn medals in volleyball at Canada Summer Games The Heat sent nine athletes and two coaches to this year's Canada Summer Games in Sherbrooke, Quebec and saw every single one of them earn a trip to the podium bringing back a medal for their home province in the process.
A new face in Facilities Management with local roots A warm campus community welcome to Duane Sali. Sali is the latest addition to the Facilities Management team. Sali was recently hired as an assistant for the department and has been tasked with helping with everything from plumbing, irrigation, painting, and specialty signage installation. During the winter months he will also be helping with on-campus snow removal.
Chemists discover 23 new molecules in red wine Medical breakthroughs among potential benefits of research findings Scientists have long espoused the health benefits of red wine. Now UBC chemists have discovered 23 new molecules that could mean there are even more vino virtues.
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OKANAGAN CAMPUS News • Chris Hadfield to give Distinguished Speaker Series talk in October People • Nine Heat athletes and two Heat coaches earn medals in volleyball at Canada Summer Games Research Spotlight • Chemists discover 23 new molecules in red wine
Don't stay in your office for coffee this Friday Sponsored by the Irving K Barber School of Arts and Sciences, all faculty and staff are invited to the next Pitstop for coffee on Friday. Coffee, tea and a variety of pastries will be served for only $2 per person. All proceeds will be donated to the Okanagan campus United Way campaign. Date: Friday, Aug. 23 Senate 101: the approval process from conception to implementation Planning an Academic Calendar revision? Unsure of what lies ahead? Join this presentation and increase your understanding of the Okanagan Senate and its role in UBC's governance, Senate standing committees and approval processes, the Academic Calendar, and key timelines and resources. Date: Monday, Aug. 26 Seats are limited. To register or for more information contact Nathalie Hager, associate academic governance officer, at 250-807-9619.
Theatre 26: 22 Sins to Salvation A sinful event featuring interdisciplinary performance students Dean Krawchuk and Shimshon Obadia, with direction by Janelle Sheppard with music by Jordan Leibel. 22 Sins to Salvation explores everyone's sticky relationship with sin in this butoh dance inspired piece of theatre. This performance will feature mature content intended for adult audiences. Date: Thursday, Aug. 29 The cost of admittance is by donation. To find out more, visit the Theatre 26 Facebook event page.
President's Town Hall September 16 Our questions define us and the Town Halls are an opportunity for the UBC community to get concrete answers to the hard-hitting questions they have. Date: Monday, Sept. 16 To find out more visit: www.townhall.ubc.ca What's Happening on campus The Okanagan campus events calendar is the central point for online information about university-related events, on and off campus. Events at a Glance:
For a full listing visit the Okanagan campus events calendar.
Upcoming TravelSmart sessions Attend a UBCTravelSmart session to learn about this one-stop online program for UBC-related travel. Learn when, why, and how to use UBCTravelSmart at one of the following sessions and be entered to win one of several airport lounge pass packages: SESSIONS FOR TRAVEL ARRANGERS AND FACULTY MEMBERS Date: Wednesday, Aug. 28 Date: Friday, Aug. 30 CONDENSED SESSION FOR FACULTY MEMBERS Date: Thursday, Aug. 29 To RSVP for any of these sessions, contact Deb Deorksen at 250-807-8861. Workshops at a glance Here are some professional development opportunities for faculty and staff at UBC's Okanagan campus over the next few weeks:
For a full listing visit the Okanagan campus events calendar. Exchange your information The Exchange is your newsletter. Let everyone know what's going on in your corner of campus. Send submissions to University Relations c/o Chris Guenard.
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