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Past Events
Missed an event? Want to find out what UBC GK has done in the past? These archives list our past events. Also remember to check out photos from some of our past events!
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- January 17, 2007: Tri-Mentoring Info Session
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: Biological Sciences Building Room 2449
Calling all 2nd Years!
If you are a 2nd Year student and would like to be mentored by a Senior Student in one of the following areas, then this award-winning Tri-Mentoring program is for you!
Pharmacy
Psychology
Biology
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Medical Laboratory Science
Political Science
Finance
Accounting
International Relations
Asian Studies
Chinese Studies
The information session HAS BEEN MOVED to 6:30-8:30pm this Wednesday, January 17th at the Biological Sciences Building Room 2449. If you cannot attend but are interested in the program, please email me at gk.trimentoring@yahoo.com. Applications will be made available online shortly and will be due January 26th.
RSVP now at gk.trimentoring@yahoo.com!
Rachell Castaneda
GK Tri-Mentoring Director
gk.trimentoring@yahoo.com
- From now until January 19, 2007: Books For Africa
UBC Golden Key is running a Better World Books campus book drive to benefit Books for Africa (www.booksforafrica.org) and we would love to have your support! Please help us by donating any college-level books from the past 5 years that you no longer need!
We have set up big green and white collection boxes at UBC Book Store, Sauder School of Business Undergraduate Program Office, Woodward library, Education library, Macmillan library, the Zoology Office in the Biological Sciences building, the Psychology office in the Kenny building, Place Vanier and Thunderbird residences which will remain up until January 19. We???re looking to collect any book from the last 5 years that could be used in a college classroom - highlighting/writing in books is fine.
Please donate any books you are unable to sell back at buybacks!
Thank you in advance for your help with our project. Please spread the word to everyone you know! If you have any questions contact Bez Toosi at service@ubcgoldenkey.org
- January 25, 2007: Arts Graduate School Information Session
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Place: SWNG 105
Stamp points: 15
Please be advised that due to the limited capacity of the room where we are hosting the session, only the GK members who have RSVPed may attend. We have reached sitting capacity for the room and are no longer accepting RSVPs for the event. Thank you.
Greetings to all Golden Key members. Hope you had a wonderful holiday and are well-rested. To begin the New Year, the Academic Committee would like to present to you the Arts Graduate School Information Session.
Thinking about pursuing graduate studies after your bachelor's degree but don't know where to start? Want to start preparing for grad school early? If so, this information session is for YOU!
At this session, the speakers who will be "demystifying" graduate school for us are:
-Jennifer Phelps, Assistant Dean & Director, Faculty of Graduate Studies
-Sven Clarke, Strategic Enrolment & Recruitment Officer, Faculty of Graduate Studies
-Thea Andruff, Arts Graduate Student, teacher at Douglas College
Date/Time: January 25, 6:30-8:00pm
Location: SWNG 105
*Refreshments are provided*
Please RSVP your attendance.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Julie Chang
Golden Key International Honor Society
University of British Columbia
- January 29, 2007: Science/Engineering Graduate School Information Session
Are you a science or engineering student? Are you thinking about pursuing graduate studies after your bachelor's degree but still don't know where and how to start? If so, this information session is for YOU!
The Academic Committee is pleased to have again speakers from the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Jenny Phelps, Assistant Dean & Director, and/or Sven Clarke, Strategic Enrolment & Recruitment Officer. Also, two graduate students from the Science and Engineering faculty will be sharing their experience with the students.
Date/Time: Jan 29, 4:00-5:30pm
Location: TBA
Stamp points: 15
* Light refreshments will be provided*
RSVP your attendance to lewes_04@interchange.ubc.ca to reserve your seating and to receive further details on the location. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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- February 7, 2007: Wine & Cheese with Honourary Members
YOU are INVITED!
Wine & Cheese with Honourary Members
Wednesday February 7th: 5-7pm
Buchanan D Lounge (Meekison Arts Student Space)
20 STAMP points
RSVP: corresponding@ubcgoldenkey.org
Come for lots of good (and free!) food and drinks, meet our energetic student execs and amazing honourary members, including:
*Julie Walchli, Director of Arts Co-op and our GK Chapter Advisor
*Jeff Kroeker, Lecturer in Accounting, Sauder School of Business
*Nicola Hodges, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Human Kinetics
... and many more!
RSVP: corresponding@ubcgoldenkey.org
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Starting Feb 12th: UBC Graduate School Information Sessions
If you missed the two graduate school sessions the chapter held last month, or felt that you wanted more coverage, consider attending the following events held by UBC.
FOR SCIENCES:
Get Into Grad School event on March 14th hosted by the UBC SciTeam. There will be a Q&A session with a panel of speakers which will take place prior to the Information Fair where there will be booths from all science-related departments in UBC.
Location: WOOD, IRC, 6-8pm (info fair = 7-8pm).
FOR ARTS:
Upcoming Arts expo which takes place over a couple of days the week of February 12th. Workshop will be held in Buchanan B226 on Monday Feb 12 from 12 - 12:50 and is titled "Grad School: Myths and Opportunities".
Grad School: Myths and Opportunities
Have you ever wondered if graduate school is right for you? Graduating from your bachelor's program is an exciting time marking the completion of a significant milestone, but it can also be confusing as you decide what you should do next.
By the time you leave this interactive workshop you will have an idea if graduate school should remain on your list of options. You will learn how graduate school is different from undergrad and what to expect when you get in. We will uncover some myths about grad school and discuss how a post graduate degree can benefit you. We will journey through the wide range of Master's and PhD programs that students with an Arts degree are qualified for - you may be pleasantly surprised! Finally, we will give you some tips on what you can do now to prepare now for grad school in the future.
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February 14, 2007: Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop
Hosted by GK Career
Philippe Descrochers of the Sauder School of Business will give a 90 minute workshop on how to write an effective resume and cover letter.
Date: Wednesday February 14th
Time: 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Place: TBA
RSVP: gkcareer_resume@telus.net
STAMP: 15 points
Food and Drinks provided
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP by Tues. Feb. 6th to
gkcareer_resume@telus.net
with subject heading RSVP
Actual location of the event (which will be on UBC campus) will be sent to those who RSVP-ed.
Hope to see you there!
Did you know?
That aside from a BCom, Philippe Descrochers also has a credential as a GCDF (Global Career Development Faciliator)?
That UBC's Sauder School of Business has been ranked in the top 5% of business schools globally by the Financial Times in 2003, 2004 and 2005?
- Feb 27, 2007: Sauder Graduate Program and GMAT Session
Are you a commerce student thinking about furthering your degree after graduation? Want to know more about the MBA programs and the graduate degrees offered by UBC Sauder School of Business? If so, then you are invited to attend the latest information session brought to you by the Academic Committee.
What will be covered in the session:
-MBA programs in general (the trends, things that applicants should watch for, new specializations, etc)
-GMAT preparations and applications
-UBC admissions, program details
And much more!
Date: Feb 27
Time: 5:15-7:15pm
Location: Angus 425
STAMP: 20 points
RSVP to:
Julie Chang
Golden Key International Honor Society
University of British Columbia
- GK Essay Writing Competition (STAMP: 10 points)
Golden Key UBC is pleased to host our annual essay writing contest. The competition will consist of 1-hour in-class writing on one of two topics related to Golden Key missions and values, given during the competition. We will be awarding three scholarships to the top 3 winners:
First Prize: $250
Second Prize: $100
Third Prize $50
When: Thursday March 1st or Wednesday March 7th from 5-6pm sharp (if you are late, you won't get the full hour to write the essay)
Where: Swing 109 (across the street from the Kenny Psychology building)
Please choose one of the two times and
RSVP to annazliu@gmail.com by Feb 27th, 2007.
We hope to see you there!
- March 2, 2007: Career Paths
Faculty Speakers Series
Hosted by GK Career
Friday, March 2th
5:00pm - 5:45pm
Location TBA to those who RSVP
10 STAMP points
RSVP by Wed. Feb. 21st
RSVP: gkcareer_cpfss@telus.net
Anxious to know what career opportunities await you beyond your degree?
Want to know what jobs are available so you can choose what to major in?
Join us at Career Paths and find out!
Speakers:
Session A:
--Dr. Curtis A. Suttle
--(Associate Dean of Science and professor in EOSC, Botany, and Microbiology & Immunology)
--Careers available for science students in Earth and Ocean Science, Botany, and science in general
Session B:
--Gary Rupert
--(Program Coordinator in the Faculty of Education)
--Opportunities available for students in the Faculty of Education
Session C:
--Dr. W. Ramey:
--(Senior Instructor in Microbiology and Immunology and undergrad advisor)
--What you can do with a degree in Microbiology & Immunology
Please RSVP by Wed. Feb. 21st with subject heading RSVP and state which session you would like to attend (you do not have to actually attend that session).
Refreshments will be provided after the event.
- March 14, 2007: Know Your Rights
An Employment Standards Workshop
Hosted by GK Career
Wednesday, March 14th
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location TBA to those who RSVP
15 STAMP points
"***There's still spots available, RSVP by Monday, March 12th!***"
RSVP: gkcareer_rights@telus.net
A representative from the Employment Standards Branch of BC's Ministry of Labour and Citizen Services will talk about YOUR RIGHTS in the workplace.
General Topics include:
- Employment standards & rights
- Responsibilities of employers & employees
- Termination of Employment: Notice or pay? Just cause or not? Quit?
- Wages
- Work hours and overtime rules.
- Other types of leaves from work, including pregnancy and parental leave.
- Resources & info on dispute resolution process.
- and more!
"***There's still spots available, RSVP by Monday, March 12th!***"
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March 16, 2007: 2007's 2nd Annual Golden AlKEY Bzzr Garden teams up with the Caribbean African Club to bring you a ST. Patty's RHOM Garden!!
WHEN: Friday, March 16
TIME: 8pm-midnight!
WHERE: SUB Room 205
WHO: US, THEM, and all of our friends!
ENTRY: $2
ALCOHOL: CHEAP!
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March 16, 2007: INFORMS Health Care Mini-Symposium
The Academic Committee proudly supports the UBC INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences) Student Chapter's Management and Operations in Health Care Mini-Symposium. This event aims at providing people with a networking and learning opportunity to gain career insights into the field of health care management. The agenda and speakers are as detailed on the INFORMS UBC website. Time: 1-5 PM, Friday, March 16, 2007
Location: Room 102, Michael Smith Laboratories (2185 East Mall, UBC)
Organizations & Topics:
UBC Centre for Health Care Management: "Introduction to Health Care Management and Current Research"
Deloitte: "Consulting in Health Care","Operations & Process Improvement"
Fraser Health: "Planning & Optimization Applications"
Health Employers Association of BC: "HR Management and Labour Relations"
Cost: FREE!
Stamp points: 25
Please RSVP by March 14, to informs.ubc@gmail.com, for the entire event or specific sessions you plan on attending.
- March 16 -17, 2007: 30 Hour Famine
STAMP POINTS: 50
Dear Golden Key member,
By doing the 30 Hour Famine, you'll be making a real difference. You'll be
helping to provide children and communities with nutritious food, clean
water, shelter, education, and medical care.
Almost 1.5 million teens and youth in more than 15 countries, including
Canada and the United States, participate in the 30 Hour Famine and this is
your chance to join them! UBC Golden Key is supporting UBC World Vision
Club in the famine that is organized this year on Mar. 16-17th.
*What is the Famine?*
Participants collect donations, then go 30 hours without eating to
experience hunger first-hand. During the 30 hours, groups learn about global
poverty issues and take part in a variety of activities to keep them busy.
*Why Do It?*
World Vision's 30 Hour Famine is your chance to make an impact; to take a
stand against hunger, poverty, and injustice; to make a difference and
change the lives of children in need. World Vision has life-saving programs
in nearly 100 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and
the Middle East.
For more information,
1. please visit the official 30 Hour Famine website at www.famine.ca, or
2. email Anita Siu, ubc.worldvision@gmail.com, or
3. email Bez Toosi, servicegk@gmail.com
There will be a 30 Hour Famine booth outside the SUB (across from BrockHall) on Friday, Mar. 2nd, 10-3pm
- March 21, 2007: Evening with VP Sullivan
UBC Golden Key chapter would like to invite you to a special evening with UBC Vice President Sullivan.
Mr. Brian Sullivan is currently UBC's Vice President, Students. Ever since his first appointment, he has maintained strong relationships with student leaders and organizations on campus, and has worked closely with students on various issues, including new student residences, enhancements to social spaces, and improvements in student services.
Attend this event hosted by your friendly chapter if you wish to meet your on-campus student-affairs leader. This is the perfect opportunity to speak your mind on issues you, as a student, have concerns for but had never before the chance.
Date: March 21st
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Buchanan Penthouse
Refreshments will be served!
- Mar 21, 2007: Into the YES Pile: A Resume Writing Workshop (Mar 21, RSVP by Mar 14)
Hosted by GK Career
Get all the inside scoop you need to get YOUR resume into the YES pile!
Golden Key Career proudly hosts Resume Writing Workshop with Philippe Desrochers (Sauder School of Business). The response from the last workshop with Mr. Desrochers was AWESOME!
Wednesday, March 21st
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location TBA to those who RSVP
20 STAMP points
RSVP with your full name to <gkcareer_resume@telus.net> by Wed., March 14th
- March 22 & 23, 2007: Blood Drive
Dear Members,
Every minute of every day, someone in Canada needs blood. That someone could be a loved one, a friend, a co-worker – or even you. In Canada, roughly 137,000 people are diagnosed with cancer every year. We all know that cancer patients often need blood or blood products to survive their treatments.
A single donation of blood can save up to 3 lives.
UBC Golden Key is running a blood drive in memory of Fred Walchli, the father of Julie Walchli, our dedicated and loved chapter advisor, who recently passed away from the blood disease, myelofibrosis. This disease reduces the patient's ability to generate new blood cells resulting in chronic anemia. Please join us in remembering Mr. Walchli and donate blood to help save lives.
When: Thursday March 22nd: 5:30-PM-8 PM (Including the transportation time) or
Friday March 23rd: 12:30-3:00 pm (Including the transportation time)
Where: The Oak street clinic, return transportation from UBC is provided.
If you are interested please visit the website below to see if you are eligible and email me ASAP with your name, phone number, birth date and preferred day. Hurry, space is limited.
http://www.blood.ca/centreapps/internet/uw_v502_mainengine.nsf/page/E_Can_I_Donate
STAMP POINTS: 50
- Debate Workshop (Mar 28, RSVP by Mar 20)
The Alumni committee presents DEBATE 101, an
interactive debating workshop which will give you
pointers on how to debate. Professional speakers will
present a wide range of debating tricks and
guidelines.
Participants are encouraged to:
-respond effectively to verbal challenges
-participate in reasoned argument by applying logical
thoughts
-persuade
Bring your friends and enjoy a wonderful evening
filled with debating. Light snacks will be served.
Date: Wednesday, March 28th
Time: 6:00PM (sharp) to 7:30PM
Place: Thea's Penthouse in the Graduate Student Center
Address: 6371 Crescent Road (close to Koerner
Library)
RSVP to <alumni@ubcgoldenkey.org>
RSVP DEADLINE: March 20th
Into the YES Pile: A Resume Writing Workshop (Mar 21, RSVP by Mar 14)
Hosted by GK Career
Get all the inside scoop you need to get YOUR resume into the YES pile!
Golden Key Career proudly hosts Resume Writing Workshop with Philippe Desrochers (Sauder School of Business). The response from the last workshop with Mr. Desrochers was AWESOME!
Wednesday, March 21st
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location TBA to those who RSVP
20 STAMP points
RSVP with your full name to <gkcareer_resume@telus.net> by Wed., March 14th
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On-campus Graduate Test Course: Vote for the course of your choice
Attention to all aspiring graduate students: if you are one, and are currently preparing to take graduate exams (e.g. GRE, LSAT, GMAT, etc), this would definitely be of interest to you!
-Did you know that UBC Golden Key has two Academic Partners, Kaplan and The Princeton Review (TPR)?
-Did you know that as a GK member you automatically get a $100 discount off any prep course from both organizations?
-Did you know that you could take prep courses on campus?
For your convenience, Kaplan already offers courses on campus. Right now, TPR is ready to offer the same - as long as we have enough students interested. In other words, if we have a certain amount of students interested in taking, for example, the GRE prep course on campus, TPR is ready to offer us the course on campus.
If you would like to take certain prep courses on campus with TPR and know other students who would like to take the course with you, please vote for the course of your choice by e-mailing to Julie Chang at academic@ubcgoldenkey.org or gk_academic@yahoo.ca with the prep course of your choice in your subject and the number of interested individuals (see following example).
E.g. Subject: GRE (2)
Deadline to vote is March 31st
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Summary of upcoming events (details can be found below):
Note: Events are listed in chronological order.
Also remember to check the upcoming Kaplan events and Princeton Review events!
- April 2 - 15, 2007: GK Exec ELECTION
Election (via email at <elections2007@ubcgoldenkey.org>) will commence on Monday, April 2nd, 2007 and end on Sunday, April 15th, 2007.
Winners will be announced on Monday, April 16th on both the website and via email!
GOOD LUCK!
- April 4, 2007: UBC Golden Key Chapter PARTY! (Apr 4, RSVP Apr 2)
This is no ordinary party - it is an end-of-the-year wrap-up party that will include the following events:
1. STAMP
All STAMP members are encouraged to attend. The top 3 STAMP winners will be awarded!
2. 2nd Semi-Annual General Meeting
ALL GK members are invited to question, chew, & chat with execs and members!
3. Election Speeches
All candidates running in the elections will be asked to give a super short speech about why we should vote for them!
4. Essay Writing Competition Winners Announcements
All members who participated in the Essay Writing Competition are asked attend this PARTY, where the 3 winners will be awarded!
Date: Wednesday, April 4th
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Buchanan Penthouse (4th floor Buchanan B)
RSVP: Anna Liu <zhliu@interchange.ubc.ca> by April 2nd
- Kaplan/Princeton Review Discount
As a national partner of Kaplan and The Princeton Review, all GK members are eligible to receive a $100 discount off any course taken through the prep centre. For Kaplan, simply inform the centre of your GK membership. For Princeton, one way to confirm your membership is to go to the Golden Key website (link below) and follow the instructions there. That way, when you register for the course, Princeton will confirm that you are a member and give you the discount.
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