Tupper's Science Opportunity Blog

UBC Physics Olympics

tupperscience — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:22:19 +0000

WHAT: UBC will be holding a type of “Physics Olympics” in which students will compete for medals in 6 science events, and the school of the team with the highest overall score will receive a trophy and other awards.

WHERE: UBC campus in Vancouver at the Hennings (Physics) Building.

WHEN: Saturday, March 10, 2012

WHY: To gain experiance in the Physics world, and learn more about the UBC campus
More information about registration…

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Child And Family Research Institute Open house

tupperscience — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:14:21 +0000

WHAT: This is an open house for students who are intersted in RESEARCH in many different forms.

WHY: You will be able to visit research labs and interact with researchers at the University of British Columbia

WHEN: This will take place on monday march the 5th from 9:00 am- 12:30pm

WHERE: At the UBC Vancouver campus

UBC Computer Science Workshops

tupperscience — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:29:42 +0000

WHAT: This is an opportunity for grade 8-12 students who wish to go into the field of computer science. There will be guest speakers from companys like Microsoft, pixar, google … and more! Aswell you will be involved in labs and discussion with the faculty leaders.

WHERE: At the ubc campus

WHEN: This will be taking place on january 21st, march 3rd, and march 31st

WHY: you will gain great information in the field of computer science and have fun while doing it.

Summer Science Immersion

tupperscience — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:20:09 +0000

WHAT: This is a camp for students who are interested in the science field. There are opportunities in which you can participate in research experiments, and group activities.

WHEN: it will be a one month camp from July 1st untill August 11th. Registration begins on october 1st 2011.

WHERE: A camp in Ottawa

WHY: It is a great way for students to prepare for post-secondary studies, Explore career choices, and give insight into cutting edge research and development

HOW: You can apply online at www.drsa.ca , call them at 613-584-4541, OR email them at info@drsa.ca

Toyoto Environmental Scholarship (GRADE 12′s)

tupperscience — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:34:28 +0000

WHAT: Toyota is offering twenty entrance scholarships of $5000 to students with a passion for environmental needs.

WHEN: applications are due on january 31st , 2012

HOW: For more information please visit earthday.ca/scholarship

Innovation Scholarship

tupperscience — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:24:49 +0000

WHAT: This is a scholarship (of $2000 + ) offered to students who wish to pursue a post secondary education in the fields of either Science, Business, Digital-Arts, and technology. You will create an “idea mashup invention” for example sail + surfboard = Sailboard

WHEN: n/a ; call or email for more information

HOW: you will register by either emailing, calling, or visiting them at www.bcic.ca email: programs@bcic.ca Phone: 604-602-5253

SOLVE A MURDER WITH GENETICS!

tupperscience — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:38:43 +0000

WHAT: Genome BC and Capilano University have once again teamed up to create a workshop inwhich students will participate in alot of fun projects revolving aroung the genes within a crime scene.

WHERE: Will be held at the Vancouver campus of Capilano University.

WHEN: One day workshops will be on December 12,13,14,15, and 16th from 9:00 am untill 3:00 pm

HOW: register online by emailing your class or self application to gened@genomebc.ca or by calling (604)-675-1022

Discover UBC Science & Engineering

tupperscience — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:22:50 +0000

WHAT: This is an opportunity for students and parents to go to UBC And learn more about the engineering faculty. There will be sweet demonstrations, Lab tours, and informative presentations.

WHERE: On UBC Campus at the atrium of the forest science center. (2424 main mall)

WHEN: The engineering open house will take place on november the 26th (saturday) from 9:00 a.m untill 4:00 p.m . And the other similar explorations will be on Thursday, December 15th from 1:00 p.m untill 3:30 p.m and aswell Monday January 16th from 1:00 pm untill 3:30 pm

HOW: rsvp at www.engineering.ubc.ca/connects for all events

B.C. Environmental Education Programs

tupperscience — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:08:22 +0000

WHAT: This is an opportunity to further explore your passion for environmental studies.

WHERE: The workshops and classes (which are free of charge) will take place at Douglas College’s institute of Urban Ecology in New Westminster.

HOW: You may sign yourself up by contacting them either by email or over the phone at: iue@douglas.ba.ca OR (604)-527-5522
You may also visit their website at www.douglas.bc.ca/ieu/

BC GREEN GAMES!

tupperscience — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:54:00 +0000

WHAT: Science World is thrilled to announce the fourth year of BC Green Games! This is an initiative designed to promote energy conservation, and sustainability. Schools will create Eco-Action projects and will document them in forms of Powerpoint, essay, or video in which the success of their action plan will be outlined. The winning school will receive up to $20,000 !!!!!

WHEN: REGISTRATION: September 15th-November 30th
SUBMISSION: Febuary 1st- March 1st

For more information email info@bcgreengames.ca or visit bcgreengames.ca