February 13, 2023 | Digest No. 334
Help Plan the Future of Academic Advising – Focus Groups
What can SFU do to improve the academic advising experience for students? Share your ideas in an online focus group for Science undergraduate students! All participants will receive a $25.00 gift card (choice of SFU Bookstore or Starbucks).
1) Tuesday Feb 14th, 2023 at 3-4PM PST for 1st year/transfer Science students. Register Here
2) Thursday Feb 16th, 2023 at 11AM-12PM PST for 2nd year and above Science students. Register Here
3) Thursday Feb 16th, 2023 at 3PM-4PM PST for 2nd year and above Science students. Register Here
From Australia to Canada: Matching for Medical Residency 101
Date: Monday, February 13, 2023
Time: 4 p.m. PST / 5 p.m. MST / 7 p.m. EST
You don’t have to navigate the Australian medical school application process on your own—and that includes what happens after graduation. OzTREKK is here to help you understand the process and your options.
What will you learn?
- An overview of the process of becoming licensed to practice as a doctor in Canada, in Australia, and in the US
- Latest info and statistics about the Canadian residency match, the US residency match, and the Australian internship and residency match
- Application timelines for Canadian residency, US residency, and the Australian internship
- Licensing exams in Canada and the US—what they are and when to sit them.
- How to improve your chances of matching
- Taking personal accountability for the process
Can’t make the session? Register and we will send you the recording!
Actuarial Science Info Session
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 14th @ 1:30 PM PST
WHERE: Sci Space AQ 3146 (in person) OR virtually (on Zoom)
Did you know:
- “Actuary” is consistently listed among the top jobs to hold in North America, with great pay and excellent growth prospects?
- SFU is a recognized Center of Actuarial Excellence, with a thriving actuarial science program that can launch YOU into this exciting career?
- An actuarial major can be paired with a wide range of other majors/minors, so you can pursue multiple interests AND set yourself apart on the job market?
Join us for an info session on Feb 14th to find out why you should consider adding a major in actuarial science to your academic plan, and what being a student in this program is like. Attend in person (Sci Space, AQ 3146) or virtually on Zoom (registration link below).
Presentation: 1:30-1:55 pm
Q&A with faculty and students: 1:55-2:20 pm (optional)
SFU mini BIG Fair is back in-person!
The SFU spring career fair will have over 60 companies/organizations exhibiting on Feb 15 and Feb 16. at Burnaby Campus (AQ North near Images Theatre). You'll be able to discover opportunities, jobs, graduate school programs and volunteering positions to learn and apply your skills. This is open to all SFU students and alumni.
Find out how to prepare BEFORE and DURING the fair to make the best impression, which organizations will be on campuses on each of the event days, and positions being hired at the mini BIG Fair website
The fair is only for 2 days, don’t miss your chance to chat with organizations from a wide range of industries and sectors! See you at the fair!
Biology Career Night
This career event is an opportunity for SFU Biological Sciences students and any others interested in biology careers to engage with SFU Alumni/professionals in-person through "speed mentoring" to learn more about the diverse career possibilities, adventurous career journeys and tips for success!
Date: Thurs Feb 16, 2023
Time: 5:30 - 7:30:pm
Location: Sci-Space AQ 3146
Speakers/Mentors Include:
- Bendix Hollman, Ministry of Forests -- Tree Seed Centre
- Gaby Jensen, STEMCELL Technologies
- Wei Chun Kua, Solid State Community Industries
- Pau-Lin Ngen, Yourgene Health Canada
- Pavel Ogay, Virogin Biotech
PRESENTED BY: SFU Career & Volunteer Services, Department of Biological Sciences, Co-operative Education and Biology Student Union
Ross University Medical School - Info Seminar
We will have the alumni guests who are currently practicing as a doctor in Canada. This is a chance to chat with a practicing physician who has been through our MD program, and ask questions in person. SFU alumnus Dr. Amrit Parhar will be at the info seminar.
Our in-person event will be held on Saturday, March 4th at 11AM at Marriott Pinnacle Hotel Downtown (1128 W Hastings St, Vancouver, V6E 4R5)
The students will have the opportunity to:
- Learn what it’s like to live and learn as a med student, including the rigors of the curriculum, clubs and activities, housing, and more
- Find out more about the residency matching process and pursuing a specialty
- Get tips for applying to med school and standing out in your interview
Annual Bertha Rosenstadt National Undergraduate Research Conference
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto is hosting its annual undergraduate student in-person conference (with online options available) on March 31st, 2023. This is an opportunity for undergraduate students to present their independent research projects, critiques, term papers, and findings in a collegial environment with students and faculty members from other Kinesiology or Physical Education programmes from across Canada. This is a multidisciplinary conference that includes topics from exercise physiology, biomechanics, sport medicine, motor learning and control, exercise and sport psychology, philosophy, history and sociology of sport. The deadline to submit conference abstracts is Friday, March 10th, 2023.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion International Mobility Award (EDI IMA)
Applications for the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion International Mobility Award (EDI IMA) are now open! This award is offered by SFU as part of the Global Skills Opportunity program and is funded by the Government of Canada’s Outbound Student Mobility Pilot Program.
Awards will be given to multiple undergraduate students, valued at $1000 for virtual programs and from $1000 - $10,000 for in-person international learning opportunities, depending on program duration. A key feature of the award is that you can apply before or after being approved for one of the eligible international learning opportunities.
This award is open to students who meet the eligibility requirements below. Please see the EDI IMA website for full eligibility details. If you are eligible and interested in applying for the EDI IMA, the deadline is Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 11:59 PM (PT) for programs up to Summer 2024.
Award Values:
Virtual programs (1+ weeks): $1,000.00
Short term in-person programs* (1-4 weeks): $1,000.00- $3,000.00
Medium term in-person programs (5-16 weeks): up to $7,000.00
Long term in-person programs (17+ weeks): up to $10,000.00
*For short-term international learning opportunities, you must still be enrolled in a full-time course load to be eligible.
CVR – VISTA Vision Science Summer School
The summer school features talks by York faculty, who are world leaders in vision science research. The curriculum reflects the wide range of research areas at CVR, and includes research on human visual perception, computer vision, machine learning, visual neuroscience, 3D film, immersive environments, disorders of vision, and more.
The summer school features an interactive program, with hands-on research experiences, opportunities to speak with our graduate students and faculty, and social events with your fellow students.
This program is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing graduate studies and research in vision science.
Application deadline: Friday, March 3rd, 2023, at 11:59pm
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
Wearable Sensor Reliability Study - Participant Recruitment
We are looking for healthy participants aged 19 and older who are free of lower-extremity musculoskeletal injuries in the past 3 months to participate in a research study.
The goal of this study is to investigate the reliability of newly developed wearable sensors. In this study, you will be asked to complete several walking, running, and jumping trials to help us test some new wearable devices. Participation will require you to attend a baseline (testing-1), 1-week (testing-2) and 3-month session (tesing-3). The final decision about participation is yours and you can withdraw at any time.
Each session will take no longer than 2 hours.
If you are interested in participating, you can contact us at: mka230@sfu.ca for more details.
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
Neuromotion Physiotherapy Volunteer
Neuromotion Physiotherapy (Surrey location) is recruiting volunteers to help out in their physiotherapy clinic.
We are a neurological disorder specific clinic who strives to re-train functional movement through the clinical application of neuroscientific principles. Based on client-centered goals, we provide expert hands-on treatments, education, and exercises to enable the client to achieve their goals and maximize their physical potential.
What makes us unique is the community atmosphere, wherein staff, clients, and volunteers all work together to help the clients achieve their therapeutic goals. We provide many volunteer opportunities to eager individuals, many of whom are students looking to gain practical experience in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. We are almost always looking for volunteers to help out in the clinic or in the community (carrying out a safe home exercise program or simply providing companionship).
At Neuromotion we involve volunteers to help the clinic run as smoothly as possible. Our volunteers assist with set-up, tidiness, and are often a useful second pair of hands in treatment. They are always under supervision by a Neuromotion staff member.
We are specifically looking for volunteers to work on Tuesdays (morning and afternoon) Wednesdays (morning and afternoon) and Friday mornings
Location: 10626 City Parkway, Surrey BC
Date: Starting ASAP
If you have any questions feel free to email s.skinner@neuromotionphysio.com
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.
Service spotlight: Nancy Quinn – para sport physiotherapy pioneer turned researcher
BMJ Journals - Jan 26, 2023
Chris Napier, BPK assistant professor, co-writes an article.
DISCLAIMER: The Department of BPK is forwarding these opportunities as we receive them, however we strongly encourage you to research and obtain information regarding the reputation of organizations, the terms and conditions of employment or service, as well as to understand your rights and responsibilities. The Department does not endorse any specific individuals, organizations, products, programs or services. If you see any suspicious postings or hiring practices, please notify us immediately at bpk_engage@sfu.ca.