An intergenerational workforce that values and respects employees of all ages fosters a sense of inclusion and belonging. Aging In Place UBCO is proud to be a part of the Canadian team supporting this global initiative! UBC Okanagan Global Okanagan Age-Friendly University Global Network UBC FHSD Okanagan CBC Kelowna

The Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour National Conference Grant is administered by the NSERC Chairs for Women in Science and Engineering Network. Individual students, professors, administrators or professionals may apply.

Summer intake is May 7-15!

🔊ALBA-IBRO webinar: Last year we explored the causes of the #GenderGap in #neuroscience . Now we look at actionable steps to #CloseTheGap
🌐Closing the Gap: strategies for Global #GenderEquity in #BrainResearch
📆 30 April - 09:00 EDT / 15:00 CEST / 18:30 IST
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Shout out to @hondacanada for supporting us in our mission to make STEM more inclusive and collaborative! UBC Okanagan

A postdoc with a guaranteed prof job? wow!
Check it out - Université de Sherbrooke
usherbrooke.ca/promo/genie/cl…

It’s not too late! There is still time to attend our webinar on health workforce data today, April 3 at 1:00 p.m. EST.

Register now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6ac39fb9…

Congratulations to this year's honorary degree recipients from UBC's Okanagan campus! Dr. Deborah Buszard, Ian Cull and Raghwa Gopal are an inspiration to our students, faculty and communities.

Learn more: bit.ly/3U398X4

WWEST congratulates collaborators Tamara Freeman and Dr. Bowen hui on their recent awards - Group and Individual Awards, respectively. Their contributions to STEM education are truly appreciated!
#womeninstem #diversity #inclusion #collaboration
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Thank you @Telus for supporting our NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering in the BC and Yukon region at UBC Okanagan!!

#UCalgary study, led by Dr. Jane Shearer, finds certain heart medications decrease diversity and beneficial micro-organisms found in the gut, which may affect overall health bit.ly/3TuF84K Libin Cardiovascular Institute

Cindy Cheng & Gurnoor Kaur, two teen prodigies from Waterloo, are off to LA for ISEF 2024! 🧬

Cindy’s micro-robots could be a game-changer in stem cell therapy, while Gurnoor’s MalaScope offers a new way to fight Malaria.

👉 Read the full article: zurl.co/kbVr

Do you know a Canadian who has helped advance equality for women and girls in Canada?

Nominate them for a #GGAward in Commemoration of the #PersonsCase .

Nominations open until July 1st, 2024.

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Networking isn't just about finding jobs—it's about building lasting relationships. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to refine your networking skills and connect with inspiring women in STEM. Don't miss out—register now! #Networking eventbrite.ca/e/connecting-i…

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Attention followers from the US, UK and Australia!!

#ItsNotJust “something that happens to other people” — gender-based violence can happen to the youth in your life.

Learn more about #GBV , who it affects, & how you can spot the signs in Module 1: Gender-Based Violence & Healthy Relationships: ow.ly/qtaG50R3mhG

💼 Master the art of job negotiation. Learn about benefits, what to negotiate, and key tips.
🗓️ Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024, 3-4 pm. Register: ow.ly/yKX150QsJ63

See our co-op students rockin' our new VentureLabs gear! 😎

Become a member for access to business acceleration, mentorship, a top-notch venture curriculum, and pick up your own pen, notebook, and handy tote bag! 💼

Learn more about member perks: venturelabs.ca/apply-for-our-… ✨

This workshop explores some of the organizational patterns of research article conclusions. bit.ly/3uWQwxQ

Please help out a student in #STEM ! We were contacted by a student at Long Reach High School who is conducting research on workplace experiences in STEM. Please take a few minutes of your time to fill out this short survey. Thank you! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…