Field trips

Day 4: Passionate Perseverance

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Good day to you all once again! As the saying goes: “No Pain, No Gain” Between the lingering soreness in my calves and the sides of my gut from running yesterday, and either the ache in my stomach after missing dinner, or the dry grittiness of my throat, you could say I’m somewhat in pain. … Read more

Day 3: Cells, Materials, and WAY Too Much Running

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Hello once again! Today (or rather, yesterday. I seem to have irresponsibly fell asleep) started off with our first visits to scientific establishments. I attended the department of materials science in the Imperial College. There we got to have a glimpse of their work into controlling growth of cells, their modification of said cells by … Read more

Day 2: Heat and Beat

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Hello again! The first day and official beginning of LIYSF 2018 was today and it was quite a bang to start us off with. It began with a delicious breakfast and an opening ceremony that was exciting and compelling. Also hot. The heat wave hasn’t discontinued and it got quite warm in my vest and … Read more

Day 1: Landfall

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Hello readers! My name is Nikola Trotzuk and I will be your guide through what will be my journey as the representative candidate for UFV at LIYSF 2018! Today, or rather yesterday, my mind was an utter mess. Though I was completely packed with all travel arrangements made, I had never traveled by myself before, … Read more

Congratulations Nikola Trotzuk! LIYSF 2018 Awaits!

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The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce that Nikola Trotzuk has been selected to represent UFV at the 60th London International Youth Science Forum this summer! He’ll be joining the world’s leading young scientists from more than 75 participating countries. For two weeks, he’ll be immersed in an international community exchanging ideas and experiences … Read more

LIYSF Candidates present MAR 28 @ 4PM D213

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Ekanki Chawla, Isabelle St. Martin and Nikola Trotzuk have successfully cleared the first hurdle and will now present a research topic of their choice to our Selection Panel. When: March 28, 2018– 4PM – 6PM (Q&A Period to Follow) Where: D213 Abbotsford Campus The successful candidate will be traveling (all expenses paid!) to the London … Read more

Applications for LIYSF 2018 being accepted until FEB 8/18

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UFV will be sending one Science student to London, England, all expenses paid, to attend the annual London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) July  25 to August 8, 2018. Past representatives have included: Tessa Webb & Perrin Waldock (2017), Vivienne Beard (2016), Kevin Kobes (2015), Etienne Dreyer (2014), Andrew Alexander (2013), and Timothy Richards (2012). … Read more

Are you interested in going to London, England this summer? Be sure to attend our Info Session JAN 17TH!

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UFV will be sending one Science student to London, England, all expenses paid, to attend the annual London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) July  25 to August 8, 2018. Past representatives have included: Tessa Webb & Perrin Waldock (2017), Vivienne Beard (2016), Kevin Kobes (2015), Etienne Dreyer (2014), Andrew Alexander (2013), and Timothy Richards (2012). … Read more

Tofino is where it’s at! At least it was in May and July 2017

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Field schools and study tours give students the opportunity to gain local and international experience and earn credits by participating. In May, a group of 24 students travelled to Tofino, BC with Professors Allan Arndt, Nathan Bialas, Allan Reid, and Biology Lab Technician Avril Alfred where they explored the wild, west coast of Vancouver Island. … Read more