Events | Science Events 16 Sep Free Fitness Week Mon, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 20, 2024, All Day Image 19 Sep Upcoming SSHRC webinar: Opportunities for partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry in SSH research Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 10 - 11 AM SSHRC will be holding a webinar for research administrators, particularly those in innovation and/or partnership roles, and social science and humanities researchers interested in partnering with industry. The objective of the webinar is to create awareness of SSHRC’s research partnership funding opportunities and the potential benefits they offer to industry partners and the researchers working with them. Advance registration is not required. The webinars will be held via MS Teams at the following dates and times: Date Time Subject Language Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (PT) Opportunities for partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry in SSH research English This webinar is open to all interested... 19 Sep FYF Draft Coach workshop for students Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 11 - 11:30 AM Need help with your assignments? Draft Coach provides instant feedback regarding similarities on your assignment, citation and grammar checks. Come to our drop-in workshop to learn how to use the new free tool for students called Draft Coach on Thursday, September 19th at 11:00-11:30 AM These are the things you can learn during this session: - Learn how to add the tool - How to use the tool - How to interpret the feedback provided - Ask any other questions regarding academic integrity If you are unable to make this time, please email academic.integrity@kpu.ca for support! Image 19 Sep Welcome Back KPU Science/Langley Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 11 AM - 1 PM Location: Room 1010 Come and join Science faculty, staff, and students as we kick off the new academic year! Take a break, sit down, and enjoy popsicles, cookies, coffee, and tea with your fellow students and colleagues! We can’t wait to see you there! Tuesday, September 17 | 11am-1pm | KPU Surrey, Spruce Atrium Wednesday, September 18 | 11am-1pm | KPU Richmond, Main 3 rd floor Student Lounge Thursday, September 19 | 11am-1pm | KPU Langley, Room 1010 KPU Faculty of Science | science.events@kpu.ca 19 Sep How to Network Your Way In Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 12 - 1:30 PM 19 Sep Group Fitness Class (Surrey) Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 12:05 - 12:55 PM Location: Cedar 1230 Image 19 Sep Excel: Basic Skills for University Students Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 2 - 3 PM In this peer-led workshop, learn how to format data, copy and paste values, use the autofill features and how to use the function builder to easily analyze data. 19 Sep Yin Yoga (Richmond) Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 4:35 - 5:25 PM Image 20 Sep Mandarin students win again! Fri, Sep 20, 2024, All Day Location: Vancouver, BC Mandarin 1100 student, Yohani Weheragama, won third place in the Singing Category, and Mandarin 1101 student, Harley Sadlier took third place in the Speech Category at the 23rd Chinese-Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for BC University Students, held at VIFF Center on April 20, 2024. Congratulations, Yohani and Harley! We are all very proud of your stellar achievements. Image 20 Sep Say "No" to Procrastination Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 10 - 11 AM Location: Online This workshop will help you identify why you procrastinate and will introduce strategies for overcoming procrastination and getting back on track. Image 20 Sep KPU Brew Beer Sales Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 1 - 6 PM Location: KPU Brew Lab | Langley Campus | Bldg 1400 Stop by KPU’s award-winning teaching brewery, the KPU Brew Lab, on the Langley campus Fridays from 1-6 pm to check out what the next generation of brewers are creating! Each week, student-brewed craft beer is available for purchase in growler fills and sometimes six-packs of cans or bottles. Styles rotate weekly, so be sure to follow @KPUBrew on Instagram and Facebook or visit kpu.ca/beer sales for the latest beer styles on tap. Open to the public and KPU community. Must be 19+ to purchase alcohol. PRICES (including taxes) : Growler Fill: $12-$13/64 oz | $7-$8/32 oz Growler Jug: $11/64 oz | $9/32 oz (glassware only; not incl. alcohol) HOURS: 1-6 pm every Friday (except stat holidays and KPU closures) LOCATION: KPU Brew Lab Langley Campus |... Image 20 Sep Excel: Intermediate Skills for University Students Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 2 - 3 PM Location: Online In this peer-led workshop, learn to analyze large datasets by developing tables and pivot tables and visualize results with charts. Image 21 Sep PebblePad Basics Sat, Sep 21, 2024, 7 - 8 PM Location: Online In this peer-led workshop you will learn the basic features of PebblePad, how to access assignments set up in PebblePad and how to share your completed work with your instructors. You will also learn how to create a portfolio. Book an appointment to see a peer tutor if you need a one-on-one assistance at TLC.KPU.CA. Image 23 Sep Time Management Strategies Mon, Sep 23, 2024, 11 AM - 12 PM Location: Online Online learning allows you a great deal of freedom to set your learning schedule. In this workshop, you will discuss steps for creating semester, weekly, and daily schedules that incorporate principles for effective online learning and adapt to your unique situation. Image 23 Sep Women in STEM and Leadership Speaker Panel Mon, Sep 23, 2024, 2 - 4 PM Location: Spruce Atrium Join us for a conversation with professional women in STEM as they share their experiences working in private industry. You'll have the opportunity to network with the speakers and ask your questions. Pizza and soft drinks will be provided. RSVP suggested only for catering purposes. Image 24 Sep Navigating Get Ready! Get Hired! Job & Volunteer Fair Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 1 PM Job fairs are an excellent way to meet with employers! They are also very popular, making it hard to stand out. This webinar will cover 7 important steps to take before, during and after a job fair to increase your chances of success! Join the conversation with our Career Coach to learn more. Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM Online Webinar Image 24 Sep Writing in Biology Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 1:30 PM Location: Online Scientific writing involves clear, concise communication as you express your knowledge on tests and exams. In this workshop, you will explore the key types of questions asked in biology, and practice developing strong answers that meet your instructor’s criteria for success. Image 24 Sep KPU Sustainable Agriculture at Kwantlen Street Farmers' Market Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 4 PM Location: Minoru Plaza KPU Sustainable Agriculture and Farm School students sell their produce at this weekly market, which also features live entertainment and workshops. Minoru Plaza at Granville and Minoru (in front of the Library) is located at 7700 Minoru Gate in Richmond. 24 Sep Gentle Hatha Flow (Richmond) Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12:05 - 12:55 PM 24 Sep KPU's Industry Insider Series Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Location: Surrey Conference Centre The Industry Insider Series are informative networking opportunities where our students can meet, listen to, and converse with local employers. Participate to learn about a specific industry, what they do, or what an employer is looking for when hiring. Make informed career decisions and prepare effectively for your future professional growth. This event is for KPU Melville School of Business students. Event attendees MUST pre-register using the link above.
Image 19 Sep Upcoming SSHRC webinar: Opportunities for partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry in SSH research Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 10 - 11 AM SSHRC will be holding a webinar for research administrators, particularly those in innovation and/or partnership roles, and social science and humanities researchers interested in partnering with industry. The objective of the webinar is to create awareness of SSHRC’s research partnership funding opportunities and the potential benefits they offer to industry partners and the researchers working with them. Advance registration is not required. The webinars will be held via MS Teams at the following dates and times: Date Time Subject Language Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (PT) Opportunities for partnerships between postsecondary institutions and industry in SSH research English This webinar is open to all interested...
19 Sep FYF Draft Coach workshop for students Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 11 - 11:30 AM Need help with your assignments? Draft Coach provides instant feedback regarding similarities on your assignment, citation and grammar checks. Come to our drop-in workshop to learn how to use the new free tool for students called Draft Coach on Thursday, September 19th at 11:00-11:30 AM These are the things you can learn during this session: - Learn how to add the tool - How to use the tool - How to interpret the feedback provided - Ask any other questions regarding academic integrity If you are unable to make this time, please email academic.integrity@kpu.ca for support!
Image 19 Sep Welcome Back KPU Science/Langley Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 11 AM - 1 PM Location: Room 1010 Come and join Science faculty, staff, and students as we kick off the new academic year! Take a break, sit down, and enjoy popsicles, cookies, coffee, and tea with your fellow students and colleagues! We can’t wait to see you there! Tuesday, September 17 | 11am-1pm | KPU Surrey, Spruce Atrium Wednesday, September 18 | 11am-1pm | KPU Richmond, Main 3 rd floor Student Lounge Thursday, September 19 | 11am-1pm | KPU Langley, Room 1010 KPU Faculty of Science | science.events@kpu.ca
Image 19 Sep Excel: Basic Skills for University Students Thu, Sep 19, 2024, 2 - 3 PM In this peer-led workshop, learn how to format data, copy and paste values, use the autofill features and how to use the function builder to easily analyze data.
Image 20 Sep Mandarin students win again! Fri, Sep 20, 2024, All Day Location: Vancouver, BC Mandarin 1100 student, Yohani Weheragama, won third place in the Singing Category, and Mandarin 1101 student, Harley Sadlier took third place in the Speech Category at the 23rd Chinese-Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for BC University Students, held at VIFF Center on April 20, 2024. Congratulations, Yohani and Harley! We are all very proud of your stellar achievements.
Image 20 Sep Say "No" to Procrastination Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 10 - 11 AM Location: Online This workshop will help you identify why you procrastinate and will introduce strategies for overcoming procrastination and getting back on track.
Image 20 Sep KPU Brew Beer Sales Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 1 - 6 PM Location: KPU Brew Lab | Langley Campus | Bldg 1400 Stop by KPU’s award-winning teaching brewery, the KPU Brew Lab, on the Langley campus Fridays from 1-6 pm to check out what the next generation of brewers are creating! Each week, student-brewed craft beer is available for purchase in growler fills and sometimes six-packs of cans or bottles. Styles rotate weekly, so be sure to follow @KPUBrew on Instagram and Facebook or visit kpu.ca/beer sales for the latest beer styles on tap. Open to the public and KPU community. Must be 19+ to purchase alcohol. PRICES (including taxes) : Growler Fill: $12-$13/64 oz | $7-$8/32 oz Growler Jug: $11/64 oz | $9/32 oz (glassware only; not incl. alcohol) HOURS: 1-6 pm every Friday (except stat holidays and KPU closures) LOCATION: KPU Brew Lab Langley Campus |...
Image 20 Sep Excel: Intermediate Skills for University Students Fri, Sep 20, 2024, 2 - 3 PM Location: Online In this peer-led workshop, learn to analyze large datasets by developing tables and pivot tables and visualize results with charts.
Image 21 Sep PebblePad Basics Sat, Sep 21, 2024, 7 - 8 PM Location: Online In this peer-led workshop you will learn the basic features of PebblePad, how to access assignments set up in PebblePad and how to share your completed work with your instructors. You will also learn how to create a portfolio. Book an appointment to see a peer tutor if you need a one-on-one assistance at TLC.KPU.CA.
Image 23 Sep Time Management Strategies Mon, Sep 23, 2024, 11 AM - 12 PM Location: Online Online learning allows you a great deal of freedom to set your learning schedule. In this workshop, you will discuss steps for creating semester, weekly, and daily schedules that incorporate principles for effective online learning and adapt to your unique situation.
Image 23 Sep Women in STEM and Leadership Speaker Panel Mon, Sep 23, 2024, 2 - 4 PM Location: Spruce Atrium Join us for a conversation with professional women in STEM as they share their experiences working in private industry. You'll have the opportunity to network with the speakers and ask your questions. Pizza and soft drinks will be provided. RSVP suggested only for catering purposes.
Image 24 Sep Navigating Get Ready! Get Hired! Job & Volunteer Fair Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 1 PM Job fairs are an excellent way to meet with employers! They are also very popular, making it hard to stand out. This webinar will cover 7 important steps to take before, during and after a job fair to increase your chances of success! Join the conversation with our Career Coach to learn more. Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM Online Webinar
Image 24 Sep Writing in Biology Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 1:30 PM Location: Online Scientific writing involves clear, concise communication as you express your knowledge on tests and exams. In this workshop, you will explore the key types of questions asked in biology, and practice developing strong answers that meet your instructor’s criteria for success.
Image 24 Sep KPU Sustainable Agriculture at Kwantlen Street Farmers' Market Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12 - 4 PM Location: Minoru Plaza KPU Sustainable Agriculture and Farm School students sell their produce at this weekly market, which also features live entertainment and workshops. Minoru Plaza at Granville and Minoru (in front of the Library) is located at 7700 Minoru Gate in Richmond.
24 Sep KPU's Industry Insider Series Tue, Sep 24, 2024, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Location: Surrey Conference Centre The Industry Insider Series are informative networking opportunities where our students can meet, listen to, and converse with local employers. Participate to learn about a specific industry, what they do, or what an employer is looking for when hiring. Make informed career decisions and prepare effectively for your future professional growth. This event is for KPU Melville School of Business students. Event attendees MUST pre-register using the link above.