UBC School of Health & Exercise Sciences

Below is an opportunity to get paid as a volunteer patient directly with UBC's Southern Medical Program (SMP) in Kelowna.

Next up in our Meet your Prof series is Dr. Mary Jung, Associate Professor and the Director of the Diabetes Prevention Research Group. The number of people with diabetes and prediabetes is rising, both in Canada and around the world. Jung and her team develop, test, and implement self-regulatory skills interventions for individuals at risk or living with Type 2 Diabetes in the community. It is our pleasure to introduce Dr. Jung: https://youtu.be/OEyj1pBUatY

Next up in our Meet your Prof series is Professor Phil Ainslie, Canada Research Chair in Cerebrovascular Physiology in Health and Disease and co-Director of the Centre for Heart, Lung & Vascular Health. From high-altitude residents to deep-water divers, Dr. Ainslie and his team investigate the fundamental mechanisms that regulate human brain blood flow in health, disease and during environmental stress. https://youtu.be/l9bUg5ajfoc... . It is our pleasure to introduce Dr. Ainslie:

UBC Vancouver MPT Program Questions (2021 Sept intake) We are inviting you to join a Live Admissions Q&A event. The MPT admissions staff will be answering admissions questions live on December 9, 10 AM - 11:30 AM. Questions will be answered using Slido and the ‘upvote’ system. Please note we will prioritise questions that are not answered by the website. We encourage participants to read our MPT admissions guide and/or watch our info session recordings on our admissions event... page before joining the Q&A. Register for Live Q&A Session https://physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca/live-admissions-qa-regi/ Department of Physical Therapy Faculty of Medicine physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca

Community Mental Health Virtual Summit Nov. 25-26, 2020 Registration by donation https://www.bigmarker.com//heads-up-communit/series_summit

Our School didn't get a chance to meet our new students this year, so we're kicking off the Meet your Prof Series so that we can share a little bit more about us and the opportunities within the School. First off, it is our pleasure to introduce Dr. Dalton! Dr. Dalton’s interest in human movement began early in his career as he observed the impact of aging on a family member. His work uses various models of study to understand how the human nervous system controls the muscle...s to move and balance the body. https://youtu.be/4pOYgKlhyFc

How to Use the Kin Start-Up Kit Workshop Today from 12-1pm (PST) To join this free workshop, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85927438700... This workshop is offered by the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance http://www.kinstartupkit.ca/tools/kin-tools-and-material/

JOIN US for our Student Volunteer Info Session with Canadian Red Cross! What: Join us to hear about the current Post Secondary Student Volunteer experiences available! We will be sharing both remote and in person opportunities in Communities across British Columbia! Guest speakers will be present to share their experiences and answer questions. ... Recruiters will be available to chat further with interested students in one on one conversations following the event When: Thursday October 22nd at 1:30pm PST Where: https://canadianredcross.zoom.us//tJYof-uhrT4jH90ABehndYkT Please register via the above link ahead of the event to receive updates and changes ahead of the event! If you are unable to attend but would like us to e -mail the information [email protected] Event Details can also be found and shared via the Facebook event here: https://fb.me/e/2UBI9qQ0P

UBC Master of Occupational Therapy Information Session When: Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 Time: 12-1pm (Pacific time) Location (Zoom): https://ubc.zoom.us/j/63392108834... No pre-registration required

UBC Master of Physical Therapy - Information Sessions MPT North Info Session Thursday, October 22, 5:30pm-7:00pm Register here: https://physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca/events/ Facebook event - https://fb.me/e/2ZJ7IEG51... MPT Vancouver Info session Tuesday, October 27, 12:00pm-1:30pm Register here: https://physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca/events/ Facebook event - https://fb.me/e/crPIcwrgB *MUST REGISTER TO GET THE ZOOM LINK

Paid Opportunity for CSEP-CEP! Are you or someone you know a CSEP certified exercise physiologist located in or near Kelowna? The SCI-Action Canada Lab based in... Kelowna at UBCO and run by Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis is in search of a CEP starting in January. Please feel free to contact me if this applies to you or a friend/colleague. Time commitment is minimal and this is a paid position. Thank you for taking the time and I look forward to connecting with some of you. Gabriel Dix [email protected] M.Sc. Student, SCI Action Canada https://sciactioncanada.ok.ubc.ca/

Join us in the exploration of Science and Profession: Challenges in the future at the first national virtual kinesiology event: Kin Can Conference - Nov. 28, 29, 2020... You will have the opportunity to grow and network, from the comfort of your home, with world-class presenters from many areas of specialized education. The aim of this conference is to broaden the knowledge of Kinesiologists by sharing the scientific insights from the latest research, theoretical and applicative findings and experiences from the vast field of kinesiology, the science of human movement, sport, and exercise. Through this experience, participants will enhance further cooperation between scholars, institutions, and practicing Kinesiologists in various projects in different fields of kinesiology. To learn more or to register, go to: https://www.cka.ca/en/kin-can-conference

Human Kinetics students are welcome to join the UBCO Pre-Med Club!

As a new academic year begins, our Director welcomes you back: https://hes.ok.ubc.ca///21/welcome-back-from-the-director/

More exciting research from our team! When is HIIT the right fit?

Two Upcoming Events open to All UBC Students 1) Graduate & Professional Schools Virtual Fair https://events.ok.ubc.ca//ubc-graduate-professional-schoo/... 2) Career Day Virtual Fair https://events.ok.ubc.ca/event/ubc-career-day-virtual-fair/

Writing your MCAT exam soon? Here is a study guide for sale.

Welcome to our new and returning Bachelor of Human Kinetics students! Thank you to faculty members and students who dropped by for our Create orientations, including our special guest President Santa Ono who surprised 3rd/4th year students.

Join us for a little brain exercise on Sept. 17th! As part of UBC Okanagan's Welcome Week, we are hosting the Bachelor of Human Kinetics Trivia Night. Join us and test your knowledge. Register before Sept. 16th: https://ubc.zoom.us///u5MsdOyqqDkoGdTfMNlQ5o6qCrtPXeugV-q8

PhD student Rowan Smart and Msc student Elijah Haynes will present as part of Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology Summer Student Series! Session 1 will explore the role of strength and tendon mechanics in sex- and age-related force steadiness differences, and Session 2 will explore the sex-related trajectory of age-related strength loss. When: Thursday, September 3, 2020, 3:00-4:00 PM EDT... Cost: Free for CSEP members, $25.00 +tax for non-members https://hes.ok.ubc.ca//hesstudentsjoincsepsummerstuden/PhO See more

Part-Time Kinesiologist Position Spine & Sports Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy Where: Vernon BC Our existing Kin is moving, as of September, so there would be some clientele to take over. Working at a physio/massage clinic, your clients will be individuals who are currently experiencing a musculoskeletal injury or in need of a rehabilitation program.... Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] if interested in applying.

Volunteer Positions - Bill Nelems Pain and Research Centre Responsibilities: Volunteer staff start at our 'check in' desk. Similar to the process in Emergency in KGH, we have you check in patients, register them for parking, and assist patients filling in forms. We are also developing other opportunities for volunteers in our clinic, and at KGH (in the physio pool) and potentially other locations. If interested in learning more about these positions or applying for a posit...ion, please email Norm Hanson (PT and Practice Manager), at the email below: [email protected] See more

Paid Position Receptionist/Medical Office Assistant Pro Motion Clinic - Kelowna Benefits of the Role:...Continue reading

Interior Health - KGH - Paid Summer Position Excellent opportunity for one of our upper year HK students! Apply here:... https://jobs.interiorhealth.ca//human-science/602/16593773 See more

On behalf of our School, congratulations to our 2020 graduates. Our School wishes we could have seen each of your faces in person today, but we are so pleased that you could join us for the Bachelor of Human Kinetics virtual celebration.

Short Term Summer Employment Opportunities Academic Essentials Facilitators needed: https://vantagecollege.ubc.ca/careers . There is a separate job posting for each course and 10-12 facilitators are required per course. ... Duration: Approximately 6 weeks Deadline: Wednesday, June 24 at 4PM See more

This Friday, join the Schools of Kinesiology (UBC Vancouver) and Health and Exercise Sciences (UBCO) for our weekly webinar series featuring current faculty research topics. This Friday features Jonathan Little who will present his talk Nutritional Ketosis in Health and Performance. The series runs May through June. All are invited to attend these free academic presentations on Friday afternoons from 3:00pm-4:30pm PST.... https://kin.educ.ubc.ca/june-19th-webinar-nutritional-ket/

Congratulations Mike! Our School is so proud of your accomplishment. Accomplished researcher wins Governor General’s top academic honour: https://news.ok.ubc.ca//peaks-and-valleys-lead-to-gold-me/

UBC Online Summer Course for Human Kinetics Students interested in Physical Education/Physical Literacy Only a few seats left! This 3 credit course will count as Upper Level Elective Credit.

Paid Summer Student Internship Opportunities BC Patient Safety & Quality Council Deadline to apply soon! Details here: https://bcpsqc.ca/sharpen-your-skills/internships/

Camp Volunteers at BC Easter Seals Summer Camps Volunteers are responsible for making camp an awesome experience. Camp Volunteers help support, supervise, and encourage campers in accordance with Easter Seals’ policies, procedures and objectives. As a Camp Volunteer, you will get to participate in a wide range of fun activities, ensuring that your campers are safe and having the best week of their year. Some camp activities include: ... Watersliding, Swimming, and Canoeing Rock Climbing Arts & Crafts Outdoor Adventures Wild and Silly Games A Talent Show! Positive Pranks Sports If you think this position sounds right for you, please visit the following address to learn more and fill out an application: www.eastersealsbcy.ca/camp/camp-staff/

ASPIRE tickets are selling fast, so make sure you grab yours before it’s too late! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pre-med-club-aspire-2020-ticket