Join the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest for an exploration of the Land of Moss, where you’ll uncover the secret world of mosses in the traditional, unceded, and ancestral territory of the q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie First Nation)—a name inspired by the mosses that flourish on this land.
One online session will be hosted on Wednesday October 23rd, and two in-person sessions are offered on Saturday October 26th at the UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest:
Level 1:Meet the Mosses (Zoom). A 75-minute seminar on Zoom from 7:00-8:15pm on Wednesday October 23 ($10)
Level 2: Introduction to Bryophytes. 3-hour field session at the research forest from 9am-12pm on Saturday October 26 ($35, includes level 1)
Level 3: Bryophyte Immersion. 3-hour intensive field session at the research forest from 1pm-4pm on Saturday October 26 ($55, includes levels 1 and 2)
These sessions are designed to build upon each other. Attendees can choose to enroll in online only, or add the half or full hands-on field day.
The interactive online Level 1 Meet the Mosses will highlight the role of mosses in forest health, traditional ecological knowledge, and global carbon sequestration.
Level 2 will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn to identify local moss species in the field.
Level 3 includes a more intensive fieldwork component accompanied by microscope study.
This event is free and will be held in person only. Lunch will be provided to the first 40 in-person attendees and granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring your own drink.
Seminar Abstract
“What did you get for number three?!” said the student in the hallway post-exam. An animated discussion follows, punctuated by sounds of triumph and disappointment. This is part of the learning process, and the student who just realized their mistake will likely never make that mistake again. What if we could harness that post-exam energy for learning? Two-stage exams do just that. The idea may sound odd, but it is supported by research and student feedback. Come learn more about this approach to exams and why it can be so helpful for our students.
Speaker
Dr. Patrick Culbert is a landscape ecologist, Associate Professor of Teaching, and Director of Curriculum in the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia. He is known to students and the public through his YouTube Channel, where he teaches about forests and forestry in British Columbia. In the classroom, he employs innovative, evidence-based teaching practices to better help students learn and retain their newly acquired knowledge.
About the Teaching & Learning Lunch Seminar Series
The Teaching & Learning Lunch Seminar Series features extraordinary in-house and external speakers highlighting teaching & learning experiences or pedagogical research in UBC Forestry and beyond. The lunchtime forum invites the interactive participation of the public surrounding the speakers’ presentations and will open wider discussions about education in Forestry and undergraduate instruction in general.
Undergraduate Researcher; UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering
As an undergraduate researcher at Dr. Rojas’s lab in Bioproducts Institute, I have been working on the project that aims to turn wheat residues into textile fibers. My role in the project is to run experiments to obtain optimal pulp that is well suited for wet-spinning that makes the fibers. This is my first time working in the lab, and I have learned a lot; from planning experiments to learning how to operate equipment, this work term has been full of new inspirations.
Project title: Global Center for Sustainable Bioproducts Grantee: Amit Kumar (University of Alberta) Co-grantees: R. Ahmad (University of Alberta), S.K. Agrawal (University of Alberta), K.K. Kim (University of British Columbia)
Kwang Ho’s research primarily focuses on developing sustainable biorefinery processes to maximize the conversion of biomass carbon into value-added products.
About the NSF NSERC/SSHRC Award
Four Canadian research teams were selected to work with international partners to address global challenges through the bioeconomy. These projects will receive $9.95M CAD over five years.
This year’s competition invited international, multi-disciplinary teams to use bioeconomy research to address global challenges. These innovations can impact sectors like agriculture, health, security, manufacturing, energy, and the environment.
Learn more about the funded project on the NSF website.
Curious about the diverse tree species at the Malcolm Knapp Arboretum? Join a guided tour to explore trees from Europe, China, North America, Korea, and the Caucasus Mountains, set against the Pacific Northwest. Learn to identify native trees and understand the differences between native, exotic, and invasive species, while discovering each tree’s role in our ecosystem.
Summer Student Resource Assistant; BC Timber Sales
This summer I’ve had the pleasure of working as a Resource Assistant with BC Timber Sales based in Smithers. My role has exposed me to a breadth of studies and field work such as block layouts, silviculture planting and harvesting, riparian assessments, road assessments, and the economic valuation of wood harvests. My individual responsibilities are primarily based on assessing the health of streams before and after forestry activities, as well as checking and assessing forest roads to generate a cohesive road map. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in this role as it provides me with personal tasks and responsibilities which have greatly improved my experiential learning, and I am also given ample opportunities to shadow and work with colleagues in different positions; exposing me to a variety of different jobs and forestry related fields. To me, co-op has been an invaluable learning experience since I have been fortunate enough to visit new sites and participate in different hands-on activities everyday.
Inside the Fight to Save Forestry Jobs Forestry professor Dr. Christopher Gaston commented on job losses in B.C.’s forest industry. The Tyee
Can urban forests survive the housing boom? Forestry professor emeritus Dr. Stephen Sheppard commented on the challenges developers face in protecting trees awhile building new homes. National Observer
To save monarch butterflies, these scientists want to move mountains Forestry professor Dr. Sally Aitken commented on the assisted migration of trees that could save a monarch butterfly reserve. National Geographic (subscription)
Vancouver Park Board to vote on second phase of Stanley Park tree removal Forestry professor Richard Hamelin said that the removal of decaying trees is crucial, as they create a safety hazard. CTV News
‘There’s hope’: What we can learn from species that have made a comeback in B.C. Forestry professor Dr. Peter Arcese commented on the return of several mammal and bird species to B.C. due to successful conservation efforts. Vancouver Sun, The Province, Windsor Star, Prince George Post, Ottawa Citizen
Learn more about UBC Forestry Graduate Programs and how to apply. Hear from our program coordinators and get a chance to ask questions about the UBC Faculty of Forestry.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a global initiative aimed at educating young leaders from disadvantaged backgrounds in Sub-Saharan Africa to drive social and economic transformation. With Africa’s youth population growing, the program addresses challenges in access to quality secondary and tertiary education by providing comprehensive support.
UBC partners with the program to offer quality education, empowering scholars to impact their communities. Rob Kozak, Dean of UBC Forestry, highlights the alignment of the program with UBC’s commitment to sustainability, giving scholars opportunities to advance in forestry and natural resource management for global benefit.
Date: September 30, 2024 | 11:45 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Various locations around UBC Campus
Join us for an Intergenerational March in recognition of Orange Shirt Day (OSD), hosted by the Faculties of Applied Science, Land and Food Systems, and Forestry. This event reflects the Faculties’ commitment to the UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan. We invite all members of the UBC community, families, and allies to participate. The March is designed to be intergenerational, offering both educational and supportive experiences for the Indigenous community on campus and beyond. Engaging activities will help younger participants connect with the land’s original inhabitants, encouraging continued conversations at home about this challenging chapter in Canadian history.
All are welcome and registration is not required. The event starts at 11:45 am at 1956 Main Mall.
