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August 2, 2022 | Digest No. 309

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mindfulness Meditation

A free drop-in class open to SFU students, faculty, and staff. Each session includes mindfulness practices, information on habits of mind, and the opportunity for a brief discussion about the practice.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
12:30 to 1:00pm

Each session includes mindfulness practice, information on habits of mind, and the opportunity for a brief discussion about the practice. Mondays' sessions are focused on self compassion.

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Fraser Health Faculty Fellow Info Session

BC SUPPORT Unit Fraser Centre is inviting academic faculty to attend a virtual information session and learn about an exciting new opportunity: the Fraser Health Faculty Fellow position. This is meant to establish new research relationships between Fraser Health and academic institutions through the temporary placement of academic faculty within Fraser Health.

August 9, 2022 @ 12pm - 1pm

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Vancouver Queer Film Festival 2022

Out On Screen is bringing back the highly anticipated Annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF) for its 34th edition. The festival will run August 11-21 this year online and in person with a creative theme of “Make It Yours” inviting audiences to return to the political grassroots. The Festival expands a province-wide video-on-demand selection with 2-3 theatre screenings per day in Vancouver.

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SFU Terry Fox Event 2022

Mark your Calendar for SFU Terry Fox Run!

  • Date: Friday, September 23rd
  • Time: 12:30pm
  • Where: SFU Surrey, Vancouver & Burnaby Campuses

Event detail coming soon

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Summer 2022

Summer 2022 Academic Dates and Deadlines

To help you plan out your semester, here's the link to the important dates and deadlines for this term:

ACADEMIC DATES & DEADLINES

Summer 2022 final exam schedule

If a course has an exam, it will show up in goSFU. The full exam schedule is posted on the exams website:

Summer 2022 final exam schedule

Food Rescue - Embark Sustainability

Embark Sustainability collects healthy yet imperfect-looking produce that does not meet the selling criteria of supermarket chains and redistribute it to SFU students for free or by donation. Food is collected from Nesters Market and distributed at SFU Burnaby.

Stop by and grab some brain food between classes! Distributions take place throughout each academic term at SFU and do not occur during exams or breaks between terms.

Summer 2022 Distribution Schedule

Thursdays 1:30pm – 2:45 pm
June 9th – June 30th at SFU Burnaby, AQ South 3000 Hall
July 7th – August 11th at SFU Burnaby, Convocation Mall 

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Science Peer Tutoring - Summer 2022

Have questions about your general 1st/2nd year science courses? Need help on your assignments and upcoming midterms? The Science Peer Tutors are back virtually to help! 

Check out the Summer 2022 schedule

Academic announcements

SUMMER 2022 COURSES - SEATS AVAILABLE

GEOG 340 - Queer Geographies

If you are a student looking for an upper division elective who has 45 units and any one of the following courses, you can contact the Geography advisors for a pre-requisite waiver at geogadv@sfu.ca:

  • GEOG 100 or GSWS 100 or GSWS 101 or GSWS 102 or INDG 101 or SA 101 or HSCI 120 or CMNS 130

CMPT 120 OL01 - Introduction to Computing Science and Programming I

CMPT 120 provides an elementary introduction to computing science and computer programming, and is suitable for students with little to no programming background. 

Prerequisite: BC Math 12 or equivalent is recommended.  Students with credit for CMPT 102, 128, 130 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129, 130 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. 

This section of the course will be taught synchronously online, which means that students must be available during the indicated class times with access to zoom. Both the midterm and final exams for the course will be held in person. Students must be available to attend. 

Fall 2022 Linguistics Course - Explore Linguistics with Elective Courses

The Department of Linguistics offers a variety of intersting elective courses that have no pre-requisites.

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New Minor in Climate Change & Society Coming Fall 2022

Build your understanding of climate change & grow your job prospects at the same time!

Our new interdisciplinary minor in Climate Change and Society connects the science of climate change with its social, political and economic dimensions.  Build your climate literacy and leadership, as you learn more about:  

  • the science behind climate change (explore the greenhouse effect and the linkages between the carbon cycle and climate system)
  • how climate change impacts biophysical systems and societies
  • options for addressing the causes of climate change
  • options for adapting to the impacts of climate change

Then apply your skills as you learn to:

  • critically evaluate responses to climate change
  • effectively communicate climate change causes, impacts, and solutions
  • use your knowledge of climate change to advance the global community 

To find out more about the program and associated career opportunities please visit the Climate Change & Society Minor page on our website.  

Ready to Join?
Contact a Geography Advisor (geogadv@sfu.ca) for details.

Curricular Entrepreneurship Opportunities - Fall 2022

Technology Entrepreneurship@SFU (Tech e@SFU)

This year Tech e@SFU is being particularly entrepreneurial and adapting a new model to better address student needs and pathways. The program will start with an elective course in the fall (BUS 494 for Beedie and Chang Certificate Students, and anyone else with the pre-requs, and MSE 390 for MSE students). The fall semester will focus on creation of teams and solutions, bringing in inspiration in two critically important areas: Health Technology and Environmentally Sustainable Innovation. 

Tech e@SFU counts towards the Charles Chang Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which is open to SFU undergrads from all faculties.

Entrepreneurship Courses

Below are some upcoming courses that may be used toward the certificate, or simply as electives:  

  • BUS 238: Introduction to Innovation and Entrepreneurship (B-Soc)
  • BUS 338: Foundations of Innovation
  • BUS 314: Resourcing New Ventures
  • BUS 453: Sustainable Innovation
  • BUS 477: Startup Experience 

Entrepreneurship Co-op (eCoop) 

Lastly, thank you to those that have helped amplify promotions with eCoop! This is just a reminder that the deadline for eCoop is this Wednesday, July 13! Those awarded with an eCoop position receive a $10,000 salary, SFU co-op credit, and specialized startup support.

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 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.

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.

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.caFollow this think for instructions: https://www.sfu.ca/students/records/advising-transcripts.html

ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Study in French at SFU – 2022-2023 FSL Bursary Program $3000

It’s rewarding to be bilingual!

Are you a newly admitted first-year student commencing your undergraduate studies this Fall 2022? Parles-tu français? Have you considered continuing your studies in French? Pourquoi pas?

You could be eligible for a $3,000 bursary.

Check out SFU’s undergraduate programs in French.

Contact the Department of French student advisor, Hélène Pouliot, to discuss your options.

Eligibility – Bursary for Postsecondary Studies in French as a Second Language Program:

As a first-year student at SFU, you are eligible if

  • you are a Canadian citizen or have permanent residency
  • English is your first official language spoken/learned in Canada
  • you are studying full-time (min. of 9 units) for the academic year, both Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 terms
  • you are enrolled in an undergraduate program taught in French (minor, extended minor, major, certificate) 
  • over the two terms, an average of 50% of your courses and related activities are in French

NOTE: Students whose first language is French or who have completed secondary studies at a Francophone school are not eligible.

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McMaster University Rehabilitation Sciences is accepting GRADUATE applications!

Are you interested in rehabilitation science? Apply for our September 2022 and January 2023 admission intakes!

September 2022 Admission Intake Application Deadlines:
- MSc Course-based application deadline: June 30, 2022
- MSc Course-based Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Manipulative Physiotherapy (OMPT) field of specialization: June 30, 2022*

January 2023 Admission Intake Application Deadlines: 
- MSc Thesis application deadline: October 30, 2022 
- PhD Thesis application deadline: October 30, 2022 
- PhD Dual-Option (RS PhD/MSc PT or OT) application deadline: October 30, 2022 *

If you are interested in the Orthopaedic Musculoskeletal Manipulative Physiotherapy Specialization field of study for the MSc Course-Based Program, please contact Anita Gross grossa@mcmaster.ca as soon as possible to express your interest

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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Undergraduate Journal of Exercise Science - Call for Submissions

About UJES:

  • Mission: To provide a cost-free publishing platform for students to publish their research in a peer-reviewed journal.
  • Most Recent Publication: Volume 3, September 2020 (available here). 
    Volume 4 (2021) will be released soon
  • Features: 
    1. Double-blind peer-reviewed: by independent academic peer reviewers
    2. Cost-free: zero submission and publishing costs for authors
    3. Entirely open access: immediate availability of publications without cost or membership
  • We Accept Articles In all areas related to exercise science. This includes, but is not limited to: exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, sport sociology, sport policy, public health and media, motor learning, and exercise and sport psychology.

UJES accepts 5 different types of articles: original research, reviews, case reports, interviews, and commentaries/perspectives (for more details see our Submission Guidelines).

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Research participant recruitment

Participants Needed for Research on Visually Guided Motor Skill Learning

We are recruiting people (age 19-35) to participate in a study looking at how adapting to altered visual information can affect motor skill learning. 

We are seeking right-handed participants who are able to come into the lab two days in a row at approximately the same time.

  • Day 1 ~ 1.25 hours
  • Day 2 ~ 40 minutes

After each session, you will receive $10 as a thank you for your time! 

For more information and/or to participate, please contact Annmarie Lang-Hodge: 
annmarie_lang-hodge@sfu.ca
250-488-5897

How does spinal cord injury impact the relationships between breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure?

We are looking for men and women (≥19 years old), with or without a spinal cord injury (SCI) to take part in a study examining the effect of breathing patterns on cardiovascular measures.

Your participation will help improve the understanding of the SCI-associated risks of developing cardiorespiratory complications.

As a thank you for your participation, participants will receive $20.

Your participation in this study will involve…

  • 1 in-lab visit (2hours) at SFU or ICORD where you will breathe at different rates, and
  • 2 nights of at-home sleep testing where you will wear a vest containing sensors during sleep.

In both protocols, we will measure your breathing rate, heartbeat, and blood pressure.

For more information, please contact Rebekah Lee:
rebekah_lee@sfu.ca
778-782-8560

Employment Opportunities

CommuniCreate - Lead Volunteer

The SFU Surrey – TD Community Engagement Centre (SFU CEC) is looking for one SFU student to fill the role of Lead Volunteer for the CommuniCreate program. This is Co-Curricular Record (CCR) recognized opportunity for currently enrolled students at SFU. 

The CommuniCreate program will start Thursday October 20th and will end Thursday December 8th 2022 for the Fall semester. Volunteer training will take place on Thursday October 13th from 3pm-5:30pm. The schedule will be as follows: 

  • September 26th – October 14th (prep time)
  • October 17th – December 9th (program is running)
  • December 12th – 16th (wrap up and reflection)

Hours: approx. 5 hours/week Pay: An honorarium of $200
Deadline to apply: Wednesday, September 14th, 2022, by 11:59 pm

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Kinesiologist - HealthTech Connex Inc. (HTC)

HTC is seeking a part-time Kinesiologist to join our team at the Surrey Neuroplasticity Clinic (SNPC).

Join our team of dedicated therapists, researchers, and scientists as we strive toward impacting 1 billion brains around the world. The successful candidate will utilize a broad range of skills and experience in providing active therapy to populations with Acute Trauma, Concussion & Brain Injury, Chronic Pain, Neurological Conditions, Musculoskeletal Injuries, and Mental Health deficits.

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Kinesiology Employment Opportunity

Located in Port Moody, British Columbia, LIFT Fitness & Physiotherapy is a group of energetic and upbeat Personal Trainers, Physiotherapists, and Kinesiologists with the shared goal of supporting you in living a pain-free, active, and energetic life. We swap intimidation for support, and quick-fixes for small, manageable changes that add up to big results!

LIFT Fitness & Physiotherapy is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Kinesiologist or Personal Trainer to join our growing team. LIFT is a boutique training studio that has been in business for going on 12 years in the Port Moody area and has clientele from beginners to athletes. LIFT prides itself on customer service and goal satisfaction. We are looking for a Kinesiologist or Personal Trainer to assist in the following fields: Active Rehab (Kin only), Team Training, One on One Training and Group Physio Classes (to be assistant to a physiotherapist).

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Behaviour Interventionist Opportunity

Stepping Stones Consultants is an agency seeking individuals interested in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other disorders (ADHD/ADD, ODD, GAD, etc.) in the role of a Behaviour Interventionist (BI). The successful candidate will implement a home-based therapy program under the guidance of a Board-Certified Behaviour Consultant (BC). Therapy includes working 1:1 sessions targeting play, academic, social, communication, self-management, and self-care skills.

This position is perfect for those with a background in/goals towards a career in speech-language pathology, education, psychology, social services, rehabilitation sciences, occupational therapy, and the like.

Compensation:
$15 per hour, increasing to $20 per hour after the first 3-month probationary period, with opportunities for raises every 6 months thereafter.  

Qualifications:
- Energetic, punctual, patient, and interested in supporting growth in children
- At least 19 years of age
- Have strong communication and play skills
- Able to commit to the position for at least 6 months
- Having your own vehicle is an asset

Experience working with children and/or ABA training is an asset but is not required. If you are interested please contact Carolyn Sorial via email at csorial@steppingstonesconsultants.ca or via phone at 778-552-3055 with your CV. 

Please note, due to COVID regulations and the nature of this work, BIs will not be able to wear masks unless they are clear in order for their mouths and facial expressions to be fully visible.  

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Physician Quality Improvement team at Fraser Health: Volunteer Opportunity

For the eighth year, the Physician Quality Improvement (PQI) team at Fraser Health is happy to offer the opportunity for SFU students to volunteer with physicians working on Quality Improvement projects. PQI is a provincial initiative funded by Doctors of BC, which aims to engage physicians with quality improvement and leadership skills. Physicians attend monthly training sessions and receive full support to implement a QI project of their choice.

We hope to continue expanding on the volunteer positions available and have as many passionate SFU students involved as possible. Involvement includes exposure to QI and leadership training through invitations to workshops, exposure to the “real healthcare world” through hands-on work with data entry, analysis, and site audits, as well as opportunities to collaborate with medical professionals, patient partners and project coordinators working at the corporate level.

Project examples volunteers have worked on include:

  • Improving hospital experience for patients with delirium
  • Reducing wait times for patients referred to a specialised senior’s clinic
  • Improving timely access to pain clinic resources
  • Improving sepsis management
  • Reducing length of stay for vascular wound patients

If you are interested in expanding your healthcare experience, please complete the online application here by the deadline on August 26th at 9:00am.

We will be in touch with all applicants regardless of acceptance. Good luck, and we look forward to working with you once again!

Mountain Biking Video Analysis Volunteer Opportunity

The SFU Injury Prevention and Mobility Lab (IPML) is looking for volunteers to work on a new study examining the mechanics of falls in mountain biking. Volunteers will review video footage of real-life falls in mountain biking to classify the circumstances of these events.

If you are interested in participating or have any questions, please contact a member of the research team!

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Community Health Centre Volunteer Recruitment 

REACH is a community health centre located in the Grandview-Woodlands community for over 50 years and strives to be more than a doctor’s office by having an in house pharmacy, dental clinic, multicultural family centre, Urgent and Primary Care centre, and community outreach.

Starting in late August, we will be running monthly cardiovascular screening workshops and we are currently recruiting volunteers! Training will be provided for all our volunteers. 

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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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