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March is Nutrition Month!

March is Nutrition Month!

By dlauenstein on March 5, 2020

 

FUEL YOUR DAY!

Healthy eating is about so much more than food. This year for Nutrition Month, dietitians are encouraging Canadians to consider not only what they eat, but how they eat too.

Healthy eating is about eating mindfully, breaking bread with family and friends, social gatherings, memories, and emotions. Embrace and enjoy your own food culture and traditions and share them with others! For more information and to learn about March nutrition events, visit: https://food.ubc.ca/nutrition-month/

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UBC Climate Emergency: survey and campus-wide forum

UBC Climate Emergency: survey and campus-wide forum

By dlauenstein on March 5, 2020

The climate emergency is one of the most pressing issues of our time. At this pivotal moment, the decisions and actions we take today will reverberate beyond our own borders and lifetimes. We need your help in shaping UBC’s climate emergency response. Share your ideas, candid and constructive feedback, and engage in lively and respectful conversations. You don’t need to be an expert; we all have a place in caring about our future.

Ways you can participate:

  1. Fill out the survey. Share your thoughts and ideas to help shape UBC’s climate emergency response. You could win one of five $100 UBC bookstore gift cards on each campus! The survey closes on March 27. Submit your answers: http://bit.ly/2VwwO8p
  2. Attend the Vancouver campus-wide forum. Gather with students, faculty and staff at UBC Vancouver to learn, engage and discuss bold actions around the climate crisis.
    • Event: UBC Vancouver Campus-wide Forum
    • Date: March 11, 2020
    • Time: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
    • Location: UBC Vancouver Campus-wide Forum
      Golden Jubilee Room (4th floor), Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
      1961 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

For more information on UBC Climate Emergency, visit: https://climateemergency.ubc.ca

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UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan update

UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan update

By dlauenstein on March 5, 2020

UBC is in the final stage of developing an Indigenous Strategic Plan, which will guide the University’s Indigenous engagement initiatives for years to come.

As part of this process, UBC is conducting a final round of open houses in the next few weeks in Vancouver and the Okanagan, during which faculty, staff and students will have the opportunity to preview the action plan and help prioritize the steps needed to bring the plan to life.
UBC Vancouver Open House dates:

  • March 11, 12:00pm–2:00pm, Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall, First Nations Longhouse
  • March 12, 12:00pm–2:00pm, Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall, First Nations Longhouse

For more information, please visit: https://indigenous.ubc.ca/indigenous-engagement/indigenous-strategic-plan/

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The Environment and Our Health: Dr. David Rehkopf

The Environment and Our Health: Dr. David Rehkopf

By dlauenstein on March 5, 2020

The School of Kinesiology presents The Environment and Our Health, New Discoveries – Dr. David Rehkopf. This presentation is the fourth installment of the Killam lecture series on Healthy Aging From Cells to Societies:

David Rehkopf, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine and Health Research and Policy at Stanford University.

In his lecture, Dr. Rehkopf will describe a new approach to finding social, behavioural and environmental influences on health that increase the reliability of findings and decrease false positive findings.

Event Information:

  • Date: March 10, 2020
  • Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
  • Location: Vancouver General Hospital, Jimmy Pattison Pavilion, Room 1891

Admission is free, however registration is required. To register for this event or for more information, visit: https://healthyaging.eventbritestudio.com/83064832149

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Being, feeling, thinking, and doing inclusive leadership: Dr. Arig al Shaibah

Being, feeling, thinking, and doing inclusive leadership: Dr. Arig al Shaibah

By dlauenstein on March 5, 2020

Most, if not all, universities across Canada have articulated their value for and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). However, across the university sector, institutions have continued to be challenged to mobilize campus-wide efforts to enact and embody their EDI values and commitments.

Dr. Arig al Shaibah, who self-identifies as a racialized woman administrator, academic, and practitioner, will summarize some of the challenges and opportunities in advancing EDI in the academy, referring to relevant scholarship and augmenting that knowledge with lessons learned from lived experiences and leadership practices.

This lecture is part of the Provost’s Distinguished Lecture Series on Race and Leadership, and will be hosted by Dr. Andrew Szeri, Provost and Vice-President Academic, and moderated by Dr. Minelle Mahtani, Senior Advisor to the Provost on Racialized Faculty.

Event Information:

  • Date: March 19, 2020
  • Time: 5:00 – 6:00 pm
  • Location: Jack Poole Hall (Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre)
  • Cost: Free; reception to follow

For more information or to register for this event, please visit the Equity & Inclusion Office website.

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Bassem Youssef: The Middle Eastern Monologues – March 2

Bassem Youssef: The Middle Eastern Monologues – March 2

By dlauenstein on February 20, 2020

UBC Connects presents The Middle Eastern Monologues with Bassem Youssef on March 2, at 6:30 pm.

Formerly a heart surgeon, Bassem Youssef shot to fame in 2011 as the “Jon Stewart of the Arab World.” As Stephen Colbert put it, Youssef “hosted Egypt’s first political satire show until the government decided it would be Egypt’s last political satire show.”

In this talk, Youssef shares his experience as a doctor-turned-satirist during the most uncertain time in the Middle East. He will discuss the dynamics of humour, politics and search for liberties and freedoms in the Middle East. As a new resident of the United States, Youssef will take a fresh look at the factors shaping American policies in the Middle East while initiating an honest conversation with Arabs and

Muslims about their role and position impacting the historic events unfolding today.

For ticket information, visit: https://events.ubc.ca/bassem-youssef/

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MOA hosts International Women’s Day celebration – March 5

MOA hosts International Women’s Day celebration – March 5

By dlauenstein on February 20, 2020

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.

This year’s International Women’s Day at MOA is a unique intergenerational, intercultural celebration of women supporting women.

This event is co-curated with dancer, rapper and community organizer, Kayla Vargas; JUNO-winning musician and community organizer, Meredith Bates; and singer/songwriter and musician, Chelsea Johnson.

Event Information:
• Date: March 5, 2020
• Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
• Location: Museum of Anthropology

All ages are welcome. This event is free with museum admission. For more information, visit: https://moa.ubc.ca/event/international-womens-day-at-moa/

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Black Activism in Education and Community: Exposing Anti-Black Racism in Vancouver with Shelby McPhee

Black Activism in Education and Community: Exposing Anti-Black Racism in Vancouver with Shelby McPhee

By dlauenstein on January 23, 2020

Recent and ongoing incidents in Vancouver and Canada illustrate that anti-Black racism is very much a local reality. Black communities that include activists, artists and academics have a long history of working to create new narratives, analyses and immersive experiences that shift this reality.

This event highlights the thinking and efforts of Black communities, and aims to expand the public conversation and prompt non-Black communities to act in effective solidarity to dismantle anti-Black racism.

Our special guest for this event is Shelby McPhee, a recent graduate of Acadia University, who will share stories and comments on how to recognize and address anti-Black racism.

The event is jointly hosted by the UBC Black Caucus, Centre for Culture, Identity and Education, and the Equity & Inclusion Office.

The event is free but registration is required.

To register or for more information about this event, visit: https://equity.ubc.ca/events/black-activism-in-education-and-community-exposing-anti-black-racism-in-vancouver-with-shelby-mcphee/

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RE: HR NEWS! Winter Performance presented by Conflict Theatre @UBC (Feb 21, 2-4)

RE: HR NEWS! Winter Performance presented by Conflict Theatre @UBC (Feb 21, 2-4)

By dlauenstein on January 23, 2020

Attend a public performance presented by Conflict Theatre at UBC Vancouver on Friday, Feb 21, from 2:00-4:00pm

Please share this invitation with others who would be interested in attending.

Join us for a performance presented by UBC Conflict Theatre.

Date: Friday, February 21, 2020
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm
Venue: Dorothy Somerset Studio
6361 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2

This free, public performance offers an opportunity to build the courage and confidence to approach workplace conflict authentically and productively. It’s a new way to look at old patterns. Together, we will reflect on conflict, recognize shared struggles, and embrace different perspectives – all without the high-stakes of real life.

Conflict Theatre uses the tools of arts-based, experiential education to explore real conflicts and lived experience of staff, faculty, and students working in Higher Education. The plays presented are the culmination of the plays created by UBC’s Conflict Theatre Community of Practice during the Playbuilding Course.

During the performance, some audience members voluntarily become part of the story by jumping on stage to explore how the story might play out differently. Note: No acting experience required, and no pressure — everyone is welcome to attend and participate at their own comfort level.

Please RSVP:  http://bit.ly/WinterPerformance

If you would like more information about this event or about Conflict Theatre @UBC, please email conflict.theatre@ubc.ca

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Understanding Your Staff Pension Plan workshops this spring

By Breeonne Baxter on January 9, 2020

The Pension Administration Office is hosting several spring sessions of the Understanding Your Staff Pension Plan workshop, an informative  session designed for both potential and current members of the UBC Staff Pension Plan. All ages are welcome to attend.  Below are a list of upcoming dates and times.

  • Jan. 16, 2020, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  • Jan. 29, 2020, 1:30-3:00 p.m.
  • Feb. 13, 2020, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  • Feb. 25, 2020, 1:30-3:00 p.m.
  • March 12, 2020, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  • March 24, 2020, 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Learn more and register at the SPP Workshops page: https://staff.pensions.ubc.ca/news/workshops/

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Participate in Data Privacy Week at UBC: Jan. 27-31, 2020

Participate in Data Privacy Week at UBC: Jan. 27-31, 2020

By Breeonne Baxter on January 9, 2020


International Data Privacy Day is Jan. 28, and is an international effort to empower individuals and institutions to respect privacy, safeguard data and enable trust.

To highlight the significance of data privacy at UBC, a week of programming has been developed to provide faculty and staff with more insight on recent work by the Office of University Counsel, Safety and Risk Services, and the Office of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) covering the impact technology is having on our privacy rights while underlining the importance of valuing and protecting personal information at UBC.

Events are free to attend, and will occur at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan over the week of Jan. 27-31. RSVP is required by Jan. 24 due to limited seating. Visit https://privacymatters.ubc.ca/dpw2020 for the full line-up of events.

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Move UBC! partner registration now open

Move UBC! partner registration now open

By Breeonne Baxter on January 9, 2020

Move UBC! Partner registration is officially open. Organizations and individuals can register to be a promotional partner, event partner, or both. Move UBC calendar events can be pre-existing events and programs or brand new initiatives for the campaign.

Move UBC grants of up to $300 are also available. Applications for grants are due Wednesday, Jan. 15.

Register at move.ubc.ca.

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Upcoming workplace wellbeing workshops

By Breeonne Baxter on January 9, 2020

Our Workplace Wellbeing team is hosting three upcoming workshops:

Jan. 20: QPR Suicide Intervention Training is an internationally recognized suicide intervention program designed to help you question, persuade, and refer.

Jan. 22 & 29: Mental Health First Aid training is to improve mental health literacy. This workshop provides participants with the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague.

Jan. 28-29: Search Inside Yourself is a training that uses emotional intelligence and mindfulness to optimize performance, build leadership skills and increase wellbeing. This two-day workshop has a cost of $50, which is eligible for PD funding.

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Coaching internship applications open; information session: Nov. 18

By Breeonne Baxter on November 14, 2019

Coaching@UBC is accepting applications for the 2020-21 Coaching Internship Program.  Successful applicants will receive funding towards the completion of an ICF Accredited Coach Training Program. Funding for this round of Coach Intern recipients is for the fiscal year April 1, 2020, to March 31, 2021.

Information session: Nov. 18

Learn about the program and what it mean to become a coach through the Coaching Internship Program at the noon-hour information session on Nov. 18, 2019. Register online.

Please visit the Coaching Internship Program for full details and application documents.  The application deadline is Feb. 2, 2020.

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Mental Health First Aid training: Nov. 21 & 28

By Breeonne Baxter on November 14, 2019

Mental Health First Aid training aims to improve mental health literacy. This workshop provides participants with the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague.

By the end of the training, participants will recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, be able to provide initial support to a person who may be developing a mental health problem or is experiencing a mental health crisis, and be prepared to guide a person towards appropriate professional help.

Course information

Mental Health First Aid Training
Date: Nov. 21 & 28, 2019
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (both days)
Location: Rm 1505 – Life Building, 6138 Student Union Boulevard
Register online

Please note that you must attend the full training in order to receive the course completion certificate.

Mental Health First Aid Training is an evidence-based internationally recognized program through the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

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Wellbeing workshop: Relaxation techniques to help you thrive: Dec. 3

By Breeonne Baxter on November 14, 2019

On Dec. 3, we are hosting a free noon-hour session on relaxation techniques to help you thrive.

About this workshop

Our minds and bodies need rest and recovery breaks to allow us to relax and reduce the effects of stress. While everyone has days that are hectic and unfocused, consistently feeling stressed out, rushed, or on-the-go can have a detrimental impact on a person, increasing their risk of experiencing a serious physical concern. This workshop will show participants how to make time to calm down and reduce stress, using both proactive and reactive relaxation techniques.

Course information

Relaxation techniques to help you thrive
Date: Dec. 3, 2019
Time: 12:00  – 1:00 p.m.
Location: TBA
Register online

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Remembrance Day: Nov. 11

By Breeonne Baxter on October 31, 2019

The 2019 Remembrance Day statutory holiday is Monday, Nov. 11. See all UBC statutory holidays.

This year’s Remembrance Day ceremony will be held at UBC Vancouver on Nov. 11.

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Staff Hot Lunch with Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot, Senior Advisor to the President on Indigenous Affairs: Nov. 27

By Breeonne Baxter on October 31, 2019

You are invited to attend Hot Lunch on Nov. 27 to meet and network with your colleagues across UBC, and to hear from Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot, Senior Advisor to the President on Indigenous Affairs; Associate Professor, First Nations & Indigenous Studies and Political Science. Tickets are $10. Please purchase your tickets by Nov. 25.

Hot Lunch is a cross-campus staff networking initiative hosted by St. John’s College and supported by Human Resources.

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10 years of Thrive and promoting mental health at UBC

10 years of Thrive and promoting mental health at UBC

By Marlene Dong on October 17, 2019

Supporting the mental health of faculty, staff and students has long been an important priority for UBC and Mental Health and Resilience was identified as one of the six priority areas for action in the Wellbeing Strategic Framework. Thrive is just one of the many mental health initiatives at UBC that support the health and wellbeing of community members.

Now in its 10th year, Thrive aims to help everyone at UBC explore their path to mental health. Throughout November, there will be a month-long series of events to help faculty, staff and students enhance their mental health literacy and boost their mental health.

As a manager/administrator, here are some ways you can champion mental health and wellbeing in your department in November and all year long:

Thrive (Nov. 1-30):

  • Use the Thrive 5 to build mental health in the workplace
  • Attend a Thrive event, including the free spin class, kick-off event at the Student Recreation Centre on Nov. 1. Saje Wellness will also be hosting wellness activities for those who prefer not to spin.
  • Access mental health resources

Not Myself Today (Nov. 1-30):

Many departments and units across the university will be taking part in Not Myself Today, a national workplace mental health initiative that helps to build greater awareness, reduce stigma and foster safe and supportive cultures. Learn more about the UBC-wide mental health resources available to help support your workplace conversations and initiatives and to promote wellbeing among colleagues and teams.

30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge (Nov. 1-30):

Encourage your workplace and colleagues to register for the next Mindfulness Challenge. The program is free and open to all UBC staff, faculty and postdoctoral fellows in Vancouver and the Okanagan. It is a great team-building activity and a simple way to introduce mindfulness as a way to help reduce stress, gain perspective and increase resilience at work and in life. Visit the 30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge page to learn more and to download a printable poster for your department.

Thank you for supporting UBC’s efforts to help everyone thrive.

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PD workshop: CliftonStrengths® Discovery: Your Unique Strengths and Strategies for Your Success: Oct. 23

By Breeonne Baxter on October 3, 2019

We are hosting CliftonStrengths® Discovery: Your Unique Strengths and Strategies for Your Success, a one-day workshop designed for individuals who wish to identify what they do best and how to maximize their potential by using CliftonStrengths.

In this workshop, you will learn:

  • Discover how to make a difference by doing more of what you naturally do best
  • Acquire tools and insights that will help you apply your strengths to achieve greater productivity, engagement and happiness
  • Understand how all of your CliftonStrengths themes, separately or together, influence your work and personal life
  • Develop strategies to help you use your strongest CliftonStrengths to accomplish specific targets, goals and aspirations
  • Think about how you can combine your talents with others to achieve greater success

Course information

Date: Oct. 23, 2019, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: TEF III, Room 610 [map]
Cost: $375
Register online

If you are interested in this course, you may be able to use your professional development funding. Please visit the page for your employee group to learn more.

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