UBC BIOSOC

Want to learn about the different career paths you can take with a biology undergraduate degree while eating free Chinese baos? Then BIOSOC’s upcoming Careers Night event is perfect for you!

Careers Night is a perfect opportunity to chat with a diverse group of professionals who have all completed an undergraduate degree in biology. Their careers range from working in epidemiology to policy analysis! Not only will it be a rare opportunity to get to know more about these careers, but come on over for free baos from . 🤩

🌘 Date & time: April 5th 2024 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Second floor of the Abdul Lahda Science Student Centre (ALSC) - 2055 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4

Get to know the speakers here: https://biosoccareersnight.weebly.com/

OzTREKK is hosting a FREE med school webinar!

Thriving in the Medical Profession: from Medical Student to Medical Practitioner:

🗓Date: March 5, 2024
🕑Time: 7 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. MT / 4 p.m. PT

Register here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/thriving-in-the-medical-profession-tickets-803058037207?aff=StudentGroups

This webinar will feature a panel of Australian medical school alumni who are now practicing medicine in Canada. Because they’ve been in your shoes, they are eager to share their insider knowledge—so you can make the best decision for you!🥼🩺

Attention biology grad class of 2024! Your final year at UBC is coming to a close and now it is finally the time of year to take your grad photos.

The photos are taken at Evangelos Photography located at 3156 West Broadway, Vancouver. Please do not wait till the last minute to book your session. Booking is done online on Evangelos website (https://evangelosphotography.com/home). The deadline for yearbook and composite photos are March 31st, 2024.

All of the following services will be provided free of charge:
Your entire individual Graduation Photography Session + optional one free family group session (max. 5 family members)
Photograph necessary for the graduation class composite and/or yearbook
Usage of official graduation gowns, sashes, caps, and diplomas – all provided by the studio at the time of your session.
Custom creation of your department’s class composite to be hung up on the UBC Vancouver Campus building walls as a final accomplishment of completing your degree and becoming a UBC alumnus!

Please note a $45 cash deposit is required at the time of your appointment. This deposit is 100% refundable.

Are you planning to take the MCAT?

Do you feel intimidated by the thought of taking a 7 hour practice MCAT exam?

Not to worry, join us as we host an in-person MCAT 2-Hour Practice Test in collaboration with our partner Wizeprep on:

March 7th from 5:30-7:30pm in LSK200

The MCAT 2-Hour Practice Test will provide the following:
- Take a unique 2 hour diagnostic MCAT assessment
- Receive a score report with predicted MCAT score and percentile rank
- Opportunity to connect with an MCAT expert to create a custom study plan

Click here to register: https://forms.gle/18Nkamb6kzFWf4NR7

We look forward to seeing you there!

Faculty of Medicine Summer Student Research Program

Funding for an 8-week summer research project ($2,800)
Competition will open in December
Applications submitted by student-supervisor teams
Can find supervisor independently or via FoM SSRP website
Supervisor must hold an eligible FoM appointment
Only one application

Deadline: February 15, 2024 [4:00 pm PST]

https://www.med.ubc.ca/current-learners/summer-student-research-program/

Interested in graduating with meaningful working experience? Want to know what it feels like to work in industry? Looking for a position in research? Come out and get the scoop on the Biology Co-op Program. There are numerous opportunities for you to strengthen your resume and to explore your passions all while in school. Hear from program coordinators and students who have been or are currently a part of the program!
See you there!

Hi BIOSOC community! The Princeton Review has prepared a Free MCAT biology 14-day trial! It includes diagnostic exams, interactive score reports, and more!

Check out more details at:
princetonreview.com/mcatfreetrial

You can also email:
[email protected]
Or call:
1-800-273-8439 X 1207

We wish you all best of luck with your exams this finals season! ☺️

Did you use retail therapy to get through midterms this semester? Even if it looks different, we are all consumers in the society we live in.
How can you be part of the movement towards a more sustainable fashion world? Let’s talk about it! 👗🌿

Join us on November 24th from 5-6 PM for a thought-provoking presentation on the intersection of fashion and sustainability. Learn about the ongoing problems associated with the fast fashion industry and investigate a few possible solutions through a student-led workshop 🧶

🗓 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Friday, Nov 24th, 2023
📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Biology Building Room 1001
⏰ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 5:00 - 6:00 PM PST

Are you thinking about applying to Dental School? We have organized some great free events that would be perfect for you!

Virtual Dental School Symposium

Wednesday, November 22 from 4pm-7pm PST.

This exciting event includes:

· Overview of the application process to dental school
· Strategy Session for the DAT
· Q&A panel of dental school students and grads to get all your questions answered

Virtual Mock DAT Day

Saturday, November 25 from 10am - 1:30pm PST.

Join us for a free practice DAT with The Princeton Review. You will be virtually proctored by one of our awesome reps! After the test, you will get free access to a detailed, interactive score report.

To register for both events, please visit: https://www.princetonreview.com/partner/dentaleventscanada

Find the 6-digit course ID for your campus and enter it here: https://secure.princetonreview.com/free-event-enrollment

Questions?
Call 1-800-273-8439 ext: 1207.
or email [email protected]

Are you feeling anxious about the MCAT and wish you could attend free classes? Wizeprep is here to help!

Wizeprep’s MCAT Preview Sessions will be hosted from November 27th-30th and December 4th-6th from 8pm EST / 5pm PST.

These webinars will ease your worries about this challenging exam and provide the following:

- Sessions devoted to each of the following subjects:
- Physics (Nov 27th), Organic Chemistry (Nov 28th), CARS (Nov 29th), Biology (Nov 30th), Psych/Soc (Dec 4th), General Chemistry (Dec 5th), Biochem (Dec 6th)
- Review of key concepts and sample passage questions
- Tips for preparing for the MCAT

To register for these free events, please visit https://study.wizeprep.com/PreviewWeek

Let’s crush the MCAT! Wizeprep look forward to seeing you there!

Are you interested in getting into life sciences research? Do you want to learn more, build connections and talk to experienced individuals about career opportunities in life sciences? 🧬

Life Sciences Research Night (LSRN) is an annual event designed to educate and inspire undergraduate students about opportunities in life sciences research.

🔬 Join us on November 23rd, 2023 for a FREE evening of engaging workshops and panels led by world-class researchers, networking opportunities, and poster presentations.

Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Jay Wickenden, 14 workshops from high-caliber institutions including BC Children’s Hospital, the Centre for Blood Research and STEMCELL Technologies, as well as poster presentations and networking opportunities, LSRN 2023 is an opportunity you don’t want to miss!

🗓 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday, Nov 23, 2023
📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: AMS Nest, 2nd Floor, Great Hall (Event Check-in)
⏰ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 5:00 - 9:00 PM PST
✉️ 𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗣: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4JfGknGaB5QAw0m
📊 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6rRKMuSCfiH9xRk

ALL LINKS IN BIO

We welcome students of all academic backgrounds and experiences. Whether you are looking for your first research opportunity, or are looking for opportunities after you graduate, you'll find what you're looking for at LSRN💡

Come and get ‘em!

Textbooks getting heavy? 📚 Need a place to stash your swaggy lab coat and sexy safety goggles? 🥼🥽 We rent out lockers in the Biological Sciences Building (West wing) on a first-come-first-serve basis!

Non-member Pricing: 15$/semester
Member Pricing: 10$/semester

If you are interested in renting a locker, please visit the BIOSOC office in room 1127 in the Biology Building and ask one of the BIOSOC executives.

Notes:
BIOLOGY MAJORS are given preference. Students in a major outside of Biology may be put on the waitlist, but we will prioritize Biology students.

Students who wish to rent a locker need their own lock, and will agree to the terms and conditions laid out.