The January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award is an annual award bestowed upon a deserving youth who is 16 to 30 years of age and who has demonstrated involvement, commitment and leadership in the 2SLGBTQ+ community whether locally, nationally and/or internationally. 2SLGBTQ+ stands for two spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer.
The January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award has been given every year since 2015. Your application should include the following:
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Hello and best wishes for December from the University of Saskatchewan (USask).In this season of giving, we are excited to share with you many new promotional videos and materials produced by USask's colleges over the past few months. We also have an update for you regarding upcoming activities in the new year, including an invitation to book a virtual visit to your class from one of our Student Recruitment officers.
As always, we encourage you to let us know what you need in your role to support prospective students as they consider their futures and post-secondary education opportunities at USask. From all of us here at USask, thank you for all that you do. In this update:
New promotional material from USask collegesSeveral of USask's colleges have released new promotional videos and publications to showcase programs to prospective students this term. While not an exhaustive list, here are several available now via our website and social media channels: The Value of Arts and Science degrees videos and brochuresThe College of Arts and Science is the only college of its kind in Western Canada, with the arts and the sciences studied in one collegial, interdisciplinary environment. Students in the College Arts and Science, regardless of their major, can explore courses from the sciences, the social sciences, the humanities and the fine arts to complete program requirements. This well-rounded educational experience is precisely what sets USask arts and science graduates apart. Explore the value of arts and science programs through these brochures and videos.
Download these and other brochures from admissions.usask.ca
Video series: Get to know Edwards School of BusinessEdwards School of Business recently launched the new Get to Know Edwards YouTube video series to introduce prospective students to Edwards' programs and the exciting opportunities that makes studying at Edwards special. Video topics include an introduction to the college, information about the Bachelor of Commerce and certificate programs and ways students can set themselves apart through study abroad, co-op program and experiential learning opportunities.
Language Teacher Education Program publicationUSask is accepting applications for the new Language Teacher Education Program (LTEP), designed to prepare educators to teach Cree or French educational programming in immersion, bilingual, intensive and core settings. The Cree stream is designed with a focus on early years learners (prekindergarten to grade 3) and the French stream focuses on early/middle years learners (prekindergarten to grade 8). The college has produced a printable brochure in Cree, English and French to aid in promoting this program route to prospective students, available for download below, as well as among the other brochures on our website. Language Teacher Education Program (French and Cree) brochure: Agriculture and BioresourcesInterested in meeting the demands of a growing, hungry world? Advancing responsible use of land, water and bioresources? Graduating with excellent, industry-endorsed scientific training and a foundation of marketable career skills? The College of Agriculture and Bioresources is for you! Watch our videos to learn more and follow us on Instagram and Twitter @agbiousask.
Have you heard about RE-ENGINEERED? It's the brand new first-year engineering program at USaskWe've redesigned first-year engineering at USask to help students succeed and make engineering more fun. We call the new first year RE-ENGINEERED. It's the only program of its kind in Canada. Check out RE-ENGINEERED right now by watching our teaser videos that cover what you need to know in less than two minutes, or explore more through our longer videos and full playlist. Teaser videos: More to explore:
Book a virtual visit from a USask recruitment officer Are your students thinking about applying to university, but aren't sure where to start? We'd love to help guide them! We are happy to meet with an entire grade, a class, or even a group within a class. Please email Kathi Suderman, Coordinator of Student Recruitment, at [email protected] to book any of the following sessions with one of our student recruitment officers:
Contact us to book a member of our team Update to mathematics requirement for the Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) The USask Admissions Office has published a clarification regarding the mathematics prerequisite for admission to the new Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) degree. Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 (recommended), or the local equivalent of these Saskatchewan curriculum courses, meet the requirement for admission. Pre-calculus is recommended as pre-calculus mathematics is a prerequisite of several courses required to complete this degree. Find up-to-date admission requirements and deadlines. Learn about the Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) and available majors. Most university services closed Dec. 19-Jan. 3USask's winter closure has been extended this year and most university services, including admissions and scholarship application processing, will be closed from Sat. Dec.19 through Sun. Jan. 3. Services will re-open on Mon. Jan. 4. Up-to-date information about the status of USask's operations can be found at covid19.usask.ca. USask news Upcoming dates and deadlinesDec. 15 • Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application deadline Dec. 19-Jan. 3 • Most university services closed, including admission and scholarship application processing Jan. 12, 7-8:30 pm • Setting Up for Success info night for students, parents and guidance counsellors to learn more about RE-ENGINEERED, student supports in engineering, scholarships and the engineering co-op internship program; more information will be posted to the Events page when available Jan. 27 • Nomination deadline for Schulich Leader Scholarships, Canada’s most coveted undergraduate STEM scholarships Feb. 15 • Deadline to apply for admission to: Kinesiology Education Kinesiology/Education Combined Program • Deadline to apply for admission to be eligible to apply for USask's Competitive Entrance Awards, including scholarships and bursaries valued up to $32,000 • Deadline for international students to apply for admission to be considered automatically for University of Saskatchewan International Excellence Awards and International Baccalaureate (IB) Excellence Awards • Deadline for international students to apply for admission to be eligible to apply for Canadian Curriculum Schools Awards, Council of International School Awards and Maple Leaf International School Awards COVID-19 updates For more information about the University of Saskatchewan's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, visit covid19.usask.ca. Read stories about the USask community coming together to support one another on the USask Unites page. Learn facts, tips and prevention about staying well during COVID-19. Do you know another educator or school who would be interested in receiving our newsletter? Encourage them to subscribe! Making the Most of the Holiday Season
Many parents and caregivers are wondering what to do about the holidays this year. Celebrating and connecting with friends and loved ones will certainly look different due to COVID-19. Nobody wants to disappoint their kids, especially in the midst of so many other losses and disappointments. Read our latest blog post from Dr. Ashley Miller, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at BC Children’s Hospital, for tips on how to safely follow public health guidelines without dashing holiday spirits. To read the complete newsletter please read it here: secure.campaigner.com/csb/Public/show/f66d-2c0wnv--s86iz-fe9v6oo6 Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre 604-875-2084 1 800-665-1822 [email protected] BC Children’s Hospital Healthy Minds Centre, Entrance 85 Room P3-302, 3rd floor, 4500 Oak Street Vancouver, BC V6H 3N1 We are so excited to introduce CapU’s new online magazine Capsule. Created by CapU's marketing and digital experience team, Capsule believes stories have the power to build connections — and there is no better time for a platform designed to connect us through stories.
We hope this work provides insight into the CapU community and fosters your connection to it. CAPSULE STORIESCAPSULE ON INSTAGRAM Faculty of Arts & Sciences Building the Ideal University Experience for a New Generation of Learners Our Faculty of Arts and Sciences is in the process of developing a new academic model. Part of this process includes a survey to gain feedback from various demographics, including high school counsellors. We’d like to hear what you think about the new model, so please take a few minutes out of your day to answer our survey. FILL OUT SURVEY APPLICATIONS AND FINANCIAL AID Applications for Admissions to our Programs opened on October 6. For additional information and the opportunity to apply, visit our website. MORE INFO Last year CapU awarded $2 million in Entrance Awards/Scholarships and Bursaries for new and current students. This year your students can receive assistance in financing their education at CapU by applying for our Entrance Awards. MORE INFO UPCOMING DIGITAL EVENTS You and your Grade 10, 11 and 12 students can meet one of CapU’s Student Recruitment Advisors at the upcoming Educational & Career Fairs (ECF) events on Thursday, December 3 and Tuesday, December 8. MORE INFO ABOUT THESE DIGITAL EVENTS PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: SCHOOL OF BUSINESS The Bachelor of Business Administration degree program at CapU offers flexible and balanced career training, with six concentrations – accounting, business information and analytics, financial planning, human resource management, international business and logistics, or marketing – for students to choose from. Our experienced instructors use a distinctive, experiential approach to learning, placing a strong emphasis on hands-on skills and work-integrated learning. The School of Business also gives students the option of pursuing a business administration diploma or certificate. These specialized programs focus on key skills to apply directly to a number of careers, including critical thinking, entrepreneurship and project management. MORE INFO CapU instructors in your school Recruitment has collaborated with our School of Business to bring instructors and their students into your classrooms, virtually. We have visited a few high schools throughout the Lower Mainland to present in business, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship and economics classes. These presentations are a great opportunity for your Grade 12s to learn about the many career options a BBA opens to them. To schedule a digital learning presentation, please have one of your teachers contact [email protected]. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]. We wish you all an amazing holiday season and look forward to connecting in the New Year! Hiten, Cheryl-Ann, Rumbi, Jake and Hannah If you know someone who would like to subscribe to this newsletter, ask them to email [email protected]. As 2020 finally draws to a close, I am writing to share some KPU updates before you leave on your well-earned winter break.
Offer Letters: Conditional offers for Open Intake programs for Fall 2021 have been mailed and students have been notified of their next steps. If your students have any questions, they can email [email protected] and our team will be happy to assist them. Protect Our Citizens Moving into the New World's Technology Markets (FREE Info Session for students seeking to pursue a career in Cybersecurity) by ISACA Vancouver: KPU along with educators from SFU, UFV and BCIT have teamed up to provide high school students with an overview on their courses and programs in Information Security. Monday, Dec 7th, 4pm. Free event, to RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/protect-our-citizens-moving-into-the-new-worlds-technology-markets-tickets-131126782737?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Indigenous Student Support: We wanted to re-introduce you to Samantha Daniels, our Indigenous Community Coordinator. If you know any Indigenous students who are interested in joining us here at KPU please feel free to connect them to Samantha. She can be reached at [email protected]. Finally, please take note that KPU will be closed Dec 24th to Jan 4th, 2021. We will be happy to respond to any inquiries promptly upon our return. Everyone at the KPU Future Students’ Office wishes you a fun and relaxing holiday season! Best, Alex Alex Leach Student Recruitment Coordinator, Future Students Office t 604.599.2850 e [email protected] kpu.ca Kwantlen Polytechnic University ► Where thought meets action Join us online on Saturday, December 5 for SFU Virtual Preview Day!
Connect with representatives from our faculties, Student Services departments, and current students, and view SFU through different perspectives. Discover our wide range of programs, and learn about the many ways to create your own unique university experience. You can choose either our morning or afternoon session, or sample a bit of both (if you’d like to look into more than one faculty, for example). Each session will feature:
Check our Virtual Preview Day website for schedule and session information, and to register! All the best, Student Recruitment and Admissions Simon Fraser University Grade 9-11 Canadian High School Academic Support Scholarship
Wize is providing a $500 Academic Support scholarship to 1-5 Canadian High School students in need between Grades 9 - 11. To be eligible to apply, a student must be currently studying at a Canadian High School in Grade 9, 10, or 11. Winner(s) will be selected in May 2021. Canadian University Student Scholarship Wize is offering a $1000 cash scholarship to a Canadian University or College student as a means of support during the COVID-19 pandemic. The application process takes 3-minutes total and is designed to be low-barrier (no essays or proof of financial need required). Applications Open on Oct 12th, 2020 Deadline to apply is Apr 30th, 2021 wizedemy.com/scholarships Please look at the awards posted with January deadlines. There are three awards due on January 11, 2021 through different Google forms.
The VSS Awards Committee will review submissions and select an applicant to nominate for each award. The successful applicant will be given the appropriate documents in late January so they can complete the official application for the award. Please see Ms. Gavelin if you have questions. studentservicesvss.weebly.com/vss-awards---nominations.html Crisis Support During COVID-19The Crisis Centre of BC is here when you need someone to talk to:
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