LFS Today Mar 11, 2022

 News  

UBC to continue with face coverings in indoor public spaces

Yesterday, the Provincial Health Officer announced that face coverings are now optional in indoor public settings effective today, but noted individual organizations can continue requiring mask wearing on their premises. In a UBC Broadcast email, the university confirmed it will continue with the current approach, requiring masks to be worn in indoor public spaces on both campuses, until the end of the 2021/22 Winter Session on April 30, 2022.

Learn more about the UBC COVID-19 Campus Rules:
https://srs.ubc.ca/covid-19/ubc-campus-rules-guidance-documents/

Also, students in residence are still bound by a separate Public Health Order until April 8, 2022. Read more here.

Last call for bakers for Pi(e) Day!

Pi Day is coming up on Monday, March 14 and LFS is once again having a Pi(e) Fundraiser! All proceeds will go to the AMS Food Bank this year.

We are looking for bakers to donate pies again! For those who love to bake and would like to donate a pie, please contact Barbara Hsiao (barbara.hsiao@ubc.ca).

Everyone is welcome to drop by the Dean’s Office on Monday, March 14 between 10am and 3pm and help yourself to a slice of pie! Minimum $3 donation per slice, or 2 for $5!

 Events  

Mar. 22 – UBC CCEL Neighbourhood Climate Chats

Want to learn about sustainable lifestyles, low carbon transportation, and more? Introducing Neighbourhood Climate Chats! This event will bring together residents, students, community organizations, & neighbourhood champions to discuss what real climate action is in local communities in a World Café!

When: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 5:00-7:00 PM PT
Where: CIRS Building (2260 West Mall) or on Zoom – you choose!
Sign up: bit.ly/ncc-2022 by Sunday, March 20 at 11:59 PM PT.
Price: FREE!
Food is included

Spots are limited: Sign up NOW to secure your spot!
More information: Facebook and /or Instagram

Mar. 29 – Dean’s Distinguished Lecture: Climate Justice and Educational Responsibility

The evidence of climate change is irrefutable. What is less apparent is how different groups—rich and poor, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, youth and elders—are differently affected by climate change and related risks such as extreme weather events, floods, and wildfires. How can we bring together educators, activists, policy makers, Indigenous communities and elders, scholars and frontline communities to ensure we are all working towards environmental justice? What role does education play in supporting and preparing youth to participate in and address the crisis?

The distinguished lecture series highlights ongoing work in the Faculty of Education and beyond to address some of society’s most pressing problems. Join Dr. Jan Hare, Dean pro tem of the Faculty of Education, as she engages Naomi Klein and Avi Lewis in conversation. Following the distinguished lecture, the Association of Canadian Deans of Education will launch its Accord on Education for a Sustainable Future, a document that highlights the role of education in preparing for the crisis that is on our doorstep.

Tuesday, March 29, 2022, 5:30 PM

Register here

 Deadlines  

Mar. 21 – Deadline Extended – UBC Farm Undergraduate Research Competition 2022

The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm Undergraduate Research Competition provides financial support for innovative, undergraduate-led research projects at the UBC Farm. In 2022, $6000 of total funding is available, while individual projects can apply for a maximum of $3000 in funding. Students need to identify a primary supervisor (UBC graduate student, postdoctoral researcher, or faculty member). Undergrads from any UBC Faculty are eligible.

Find out more and apply here: https://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/ubc-farm-undergraduate-research-competition/

Deadline to apply: March 21, 2022

Apr. 12 – IDRC Two-stage Call for Proposals for Research Teams for Women RISE

Research Teams are invited to submit Concept Notes for two-year research projects. Teams successful at the Concept Note stage will be invited to submit Full Proposals.
The following types of research are considered in scope:

• Epidemiological studies that describe and analyze patterns of diseases or health among women and consider different population and occupational factors.
• Population health research that explores diverse women’s experiences as individuals and within the society (e.g., family and community, intergenerational relationships, socioeconomic groups, work groups and enterprises).
• Intervention and Implementation research focused on exploring how policies, practices and strategies already put in place to alleviate the impact of COVID-19 influence the relationships between women’s paid and unpaid work and their health.

Deadline: April 12, 2022

Apply here