Blog posts from the CSSS.
The Google Summer of Code is coming up! This is a great opportunity to get some software development experience working on a real-world project. For more information, see the Google Summer of Code or Eclipse Summer of Code websites.
When:
Friday, April 3, 2009 - 09:02
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A Crash Course on Careers is a 3 day course on job search strategies and career development. It’s targeted for graduating students in the Computational Sciences (Computer Science, Physics, Math, and Statistics). Topics covered include:
Cost is $15 on or before May 1 or $25 after that.
The course is being put on by Career Services and the 4 Computational Sciences departments. Diane Johnson (Computer Science’s career planning and placement coordinator) will be one of the course instructors. Register by clicking the link under “What’s New” at www.careers.ubc.ca. For more information, see http://gifttool.com/registrar/ShowEventDetails?ID=1420&EID=4605.
When:
Wednesday, May 6, 2009 - 14:38 to Friday, May 8, 2009 - 14:38
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Leana Li is looking for a new website design. Anyone interested can contact her through the existing website.
Launched in September 2007, the MDM is a 20-month graduate program in digital media and entertainment technology. As an interdisciplinary program, our students come to us with undergraduate degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Cognitive Systems, Visual Art, Business and so on. The MDM is a terminal degree combining industry-facing curriculum, real-world projects and a four month internship. Graduates of the MDM will receive their degree bearing the seals of the four partner institutions. For more information, see the MDM Website.
Are you concerned about tomorrow? Do you think sustainability should be one of the top priorities for businesses? TELUS invites you to take part in a unique workshop where speakers give insight into best case practices and practical applications of Corporate Social Responsibility in the business world. This is an opportunity to learn and discuss the top CSR issues businesses face today and learn how they develop strategies to become premier corporate citizens. Share your challenges and learning while networking with business leaders and students.
Schedule of events:
5:30 to 6:00pm
Networking with complimentary refreshments
6:00 to 7:00pm
Interactive workshops (Corporate Social Responsibility: Best Case Practices)
7:00 to 8:00pm
Networking with complimentary refreshments
Please RSVP by noon on March 24th to [email protected] with your name, university, program, year and membership in any CSR related organization if applicable. Space is limited. Dress code is business casual. Finally, bring any mobile phone to this event for recycling and we’ll plant a tree. Plus for every mobile phone you drop off at our event, you will be entered into a random draw for a chance to win a cool prize!
When:
Thursday, March 26, 2009 - 17:30 to 20:00
Where:
768 Seymour Street, Vancouver
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