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Missed an event? Want to find out what UBC GK has done in the past? These archives list our past events. Also remember to check out photos from some of our past events!

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August

  • August 10 - 13, 2006: Golden Key International Convention 2006
    Where: Scottsdale, Arizona - USA - Westin Kierland Resort, Spa & Villas

    Details can be found here:http://www.goldenkey.org/GKweb/ConferencesandEvents/InternationalConference/

    If you are interested in attending this year's International Convention
    (August 10 - 13, 2006) in Scottsdale, Arizona, please note that you will get a
    small subsidy from the chapter.  A certain amount of money is allocated
    towards the International Convention every year and this total amount gets
    split amongst all the UBC delegates who attend the conference.  Please note
    that the early-bird deadline is April 30, 2006.  Registration can be done
    online.      For more details regarding the convention, please check out
    <http://www.goldenkey.org/GKweb/ConferencesandEvents/InternationalConference/>.
    Please send an email to president@ubcgoldenkey.org no later than April 30,
    2006 if you decide to register. Thank you.      (For reference, between $1500 and $2000 was allocated towards the International Convention last year and this was split among 6 delegates.)

    Collin Chan
    President
    president@ubcgoldenkey.org
 
September
  • September 13, 2006: New inductees BBQ
    When: 10am - 4pm
    Where: The grassy area between Henry Angus and Chemistry

    Welcome back to another school year! I hope you all had a great summer. It's time for our first Social event, New Invitees BBQ. Everyone is welcome to come out and have fun and great cheep food in the sun!! Burgers are only $2.00 and $2.50 with pop, and of course, free for our new Invitees.

    New Invitees, please bring your invitation letter to receive a free burger.

    It'll be a great party!

  • September 14, 2006: Tips on How to Complete Your CACEE Form Where: HA 110
    When: 1:00 - 2:00 pm

  • September 14, 2006: Scholarships Info Session
    Have you ever wondered about how you could get your hands on "free money" for tuition? If you wish to know more about the scholarships offered to students from UBC and Golden Key, come to the information sessions the Academic Committee has planned for YOU this month!
    Please RSVP to academic@ubcgoldenkey.org or gk_academic@yahoo.ca by Sept 13th!
    Where: SWNG 407
    When: 3:35 - 4:45 pm

  • September 17, 2006: Terry Fox Run
    Our first event, The Terry Fox Run that is happening on September 17th at Camuosun Park, 16th Avenue & Imperial at 10 AM. Let's work together to end cancer and keep Terry's dream alive. All money raised goes to cancer research; please support UBC Golden Key's participation by clicking on this link and donating and registering yourself: http://www.terryfoxrun.org/local/asp/r/e/39504.

    You can also collect pledges and give them to me in person. Pledge forms and promotional posters are in the mail. Bez Toosi, the Service Director, will let you know when they are here if you are interested in displaying them at your work place or other areas. Please feel free to email Bez Toosi at service@ubcgoldenkey.org if you have any questions.

  • September 19, 2006: Mid-sized CA Firm Night
    Where: Life Sciences, West Atrium, 2350 Health Sciences Mall
    When: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

  • September 20, 2006: Grant Thornton Information Session
    Where: Sage Bistro
    When: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

  • September 21, 2006: Ernst & Young Information Session
    Where: Life Sciences, West Atrium, 2350 Health Sciences Mall
    When: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

  • September 21, 2006: Student Initiative and Opportunities Info Session
    Have you ever wondered about some of the opportunities that UBC can offer you as a student? If you wish to know more about the student initiatives & opportunities offered to students from UBC and Golden Key, come to the information session the Academic Committee has planned for YOU this month!
    Please RSVP to academic@ubcgoldenkey.org or gk_academic@yahoo.ca by Sept 20th!
    Where: SWNG 407
    When: 3:35 - 4:45 pm

  • September 25, 2006: PricewaterhouseCoopers Information Session
    Where: Life Sciences, West Atrium, 2350 Health Sciences Mall
    When: 5:00 - 7:30 pm

  • September 26, 2006 - Interviewing Savvy - What Employers Want to Know About You
     Where: HA 110
    When: 1:00 - 2:00pm

  • September 27, 2006: Tri-Mentoring Info Session
    Calling all 3rd and 4th years! Do you want to gain knowledge and advice from professionals in your field of interest? Do you want to share your experiences and words of wisdom? Golden Key Tri-mentoring is back and it may be just what you're looking for!

    In this program, we create mentoring triads that consist of a faculty or industry mentor, a senior student, and a junior student. If you're a 3rd or 4th year student who is interested in medicine, dentistry, law, business, social sciences (you name it), and want to network with and learn from industry and faculty mentors who have "been there and done that", then this is the program for you! Don't miss this great opportunity. Come find out what the Tri-Mentoring Program is all about!

    Event: Senior Mentee Info Session/Orientation
    Date: Wednesday, September 27th
    Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
    Location: To be announced.

    Please note that first preference is given to applicants who attend the Info Session.

    Please send your RSVP to gk.trimentoring@yahoo.com.

    See you there!
    Rachell Castaneda
    GK Tri-Mentoring Director
    gk.trimentoring@yahoo.com

  • September 25-29, 2006: Campus Awareness Week
    We have Raffle Prizes to give away including 1 computer, 6 UBC T-shirts, IBM Water bottles, a printer from Staples, and various gifts certificates from different shops such as UBC Bookstore, Sportmart, Moxie's, White Spot, Rayz Computer Recycling, and Kuehne + Nagel International!

    Raffle prizes are for members only! Deadline to pay the membership fee is Nov 1st. The winner will also announced on Nov 1st.  (Current & Perspective Member).

    We will have Krispy Kreme sales on Wed Sept 27!
    Krispy Kreme prices - 1 donut for $1 and 1 dozen/box for $10.
    UBC GK mugs and t-shirts are on sale as well: $8/mug, $13/t-shirt, and $20/both mug and t-shirts.

    Where :
    Sept 25 - Koerner main entrance
    Sept 26 - Koerner main entrance
    Sept 27 - Buch A Main floor
    Sept 28 - Buch A Main or second floor
    Sept 29 - Buch A Main or second floor

  • September 29, 2006: Labatt Info Session
    Labatt is now a part of Inbev (the largest brewer by volume in the world) and is looking to extend the Labatt label throughout the world. Here are some quick facts about the program:

    -Exciting program designed to give recent and soon-to-graduate students both hands-on experience and insight into strategic challenges faced by a large multinational company.

    -Focuses on the long-term future potential of our business for our business and our people.

    -We belive that big challenges help people grow and the pace of that growth will depend on talent, efforts and results.

    -During the ten month training phase, assignments will rotate accross North America.

    -Upon completion, trainees will assume key junior managment roles with the opportunity to advance within the business.

    -Aims at providing international assignments as early as possible in the trainee's career.

    There will be an info session on Sept 29th, from 1-3 in the David Lam Forum, Sauder, UBC. There will be additional and very important information at this session about what kind of candidates Labatt is looking for, as well as top Labatt management to make an impression with.
October
  • The party is on! We will hold a social/fundraising club night on Oct. 21st Saturday at Atlantis. Door tickets that night cost $14, but we are only selling for $10 if you purchase tickets in advance! Doors close at 10:30pm sharp. Atlantis is throwing on Destination Saturday, so we promise it will be a good party!

    We will be selling tickets outside the SUB on Friday Oct. 13th from 2:30-3:30 and Wednesday Oct. 18th from 2:00-3:00. Please RSVP to <social@ubcgoldenkey.org> or <fundraising@ubcgoldenkey.org> if you would like to purchase tickets but unable to make either of the dates. If you have any questions, you can also reach Jessie at 6047620630 or Josephine at 6043387767.

    Jessie Wang and Josephine Wong
    Social/Fundraising Director UBC Golden Key

  • Attend Kaplan's FREE Practice Tests
    Kaplan is offering FREE practice tests events at UBC.
    Take a FREE practice test at this event and you'll receive a detailed score analysis and exclusive strategies to help you prepare for Test Day!
    UBC - Saturday, October 21, 2006
    • LSAT -  Henry Angus - Room 31 at 10:00 am
    • MCAT - Henry Angus - Room 33 at 10:30 am
    • GMAT - Henry Angus - Room 31 at 2:00 pm
    • GRE -   Henry Angus - Room 33 at 2:30 pm
    Call 1-800-KAPTEST to register!


  • Saturday, October 28, 2006 : FREE Kaplan Practice Tests
    Take a FREE practice test at this event and you'll receive a detailed score analysis and exclusive strategies to help you prepare for Test Day!  
    SFU - Saturday, October 28, 2006
    * LSAT -  Academic Quadrangle - Room 5028 at 10:00 am
    * MCAT - Academic Quadrangle - Room 5029 at 10:30 am
    * GMAT - Academic Quadrangle - Room 5028 at 2:00 pm
    * GRE -   Academic Quadrangle - Room 5029 at 2:30 pm

    Call 1-800-KAPTEST to register!

    Jobin Mojtabavi Marketing Manager
    Kaplan Test Preparation and Admissions, Vancouver Center
    Tel: 604-734-8378, ext. 224
    Fax: 604-734-8883
    Email: jobin.mojtabavi@kaplan.com

  • October 31, 2006: Make a Difference Day - Halloween event
    Hey GK Members,
    I am thrilled to inform you that UBC Golden Key's Make a Difference Day is going to be held on Tuesday October 31st. This year we will be dressing up in Halloween costumes and going to Queen Alexandra elementary school for an afternoon which involves reading Halloween stories and carving pumpkins with students and giving out candies. This is a great and fun opportunity to help promote literacy in our community and encourage and motivate students to read. You will also have the opportunity to experience the classroom setting, get to know the teachers and have the chance to become regular volunteers at the school. The school is located at 1300 East Broadway and is on the route of 99 B-line. You should plan to be at the school from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. If you are interested in volunteering please email me ASAP at servicegk@gmail.com. I look forward to hear from you and thank you in advance.
    Sincerely, Bez Toosi
    UBC Golden Key Community Service Director
    servicegk@gmail.com
    service@ubcgoldenkey.org

  • Tuesday, October 31, 2006: MM in OR Information Session
     
    Calling out to all Golden Key members:
     
    Do you want to solve real business problems?
    Are you interested in a career in consulting or business analysis?
    Do you have a background in engineering, statistics, mathematics,
    computer science, economics, or other quantitative fields?

    If so, the Academic Committee of UBC Golden Key Chapter would like to invite you to a special information session on the UBC Master of Management in Operations Research program brought to you by the Sauder School of Business.  

    Date/Time: Tuesday, October 31, 2006, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Place: Room 210, Henry Angus Building
    Presenter: Dr. Derek Atkins, Director
    Centre for Operations Excellence, Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia

    The 16-month UBC Master of Management in Operations Research (MM in OR) program trains students to become professional business analysts by providing rigorous technical fundamentals, practical consulting skills, and real-world problem solving experience.

    UBC MM in OR students work closely with internationally renowned
    faculty, business leaders, and outstanding peers to develop and realize their goals in a professional environment. Each student receives generous financial support by completing an intensive 5-month applied project with an industry partner. MM in OR graduates have excellent employment potential and embark on rewarding careers where they put their skills to use.

    The MM in OR program is an ideal alternative to an MBA for technically-oriented students looking for a professional business degree that utilizes their quantitative skills. For more information, please visit www.coe.ubc.ca/mmor.

    If you are interested in attending this session, please RSVP by October 26 to Annie Ko at info@coe.ubc.ca, indicating the date of the info session.

    This information session is held in conjunction with the MM in OR program of Sauder School of Business and the Academic Committee of UBC Golden Key Chapter.


November

  • SDS Comm 490B: Managing Diversity in Organizations - Last Chance to Register
    Next term, a 3-credit Student Directed Seminar named "Managing Diversity in Organizations" will be offered to students of all faculties. This course runs on Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-4:00pm. Students in the Commerce OBHR division will get credits recognized towards their program. This course is purely peer-directed, peer-coordinated, peer-facilitated and peer-marked! We will admit 10 students.

    This is an interdisciplinary study that examines the shift of focus in equity issues from intentional to systemic discrimination, and how these subtle forms of discrimination are manifested in various organizations through the combination of organizational behaviour studies, sociology, psychology, globalization and social justice issues! Students will learn about research methods and remedies by investigating an organization as industrial consultants.

    If you are interested in registering for this course, please put SDS Comm 490B in the subject title and email a 250-word paragraph by November 1st, 2006 to managing.diversity.sds@gmail.com answering the following questions:

    1. Why are you interested in taking this course?
    2. What do you want to learn?
    3. What can you bring to the learning of the students in this seminar?

    Thanks,
    Josephine Wong Comm 490B Course Coordinator

  • Winners of the raffle prizes will be announced on November 2nd
    Gifts/Prizes:
    1 - Pentium III Computer (Rayz Computer Recycling)
    1 - Printer (Staples)
    2 - $25 Gift Certificate (Moxie's)
    1 - $25 Gift Certificate (White Spot)
    2 - $10 Gift Certificate (Sport Mart) (In addition to some discount coupons - should be given out together with the gift certificate)
    4 - Pens (Kuehne + Nagel)
    1 - Mats you put your mug on? I don't know what it's called (Kuehne + Nagel)
    2 - Water bottles (IBM)
    6 - UBC Tshirts (UBC Bookstore)

  • November 9, 2006: Etiquette Workshop
    Join Dr. Sarika Bose, an English professor at UBC, as she talks about the general usefulness of etiquette under the umbrella idea of communication with others. This includes guest/host relationships as well as daily considerations and interactions with others. Pick up some tips on how to apply etiquette in interview settings!

    Date: Nov 9, 2006
    Time: 3-4pm
    Location: FNSC 60 (Food, Nutrition, and Health building at 2205 East Mall)
    Directions: Standing on the corner of the bookstore, turn to walk towards Thunderbird on East Mall (and directly away from Buchanan), walk past the Michael Smith building, and 2205 East Mall should be on the right hand side.

    Abigail Syyong
    Career Director UBC Golden Key
    career@ubcgoldenkey.org

  • November 10, 2006: GK Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
    Time: 5:30pm
    Location: Meekison Arts Students' Space in Buch D

    Want to show off your poker face? Come be the best player and have fun with fellow GK members.  Our first annual GK Poker Tournament is approaching soon! On Friday November 10th, 2006, we will be holding the tournament at Meekison Arts Students' Space in Buch D, starting at 5:30pm.  There will be a break for dinner before the final table, in which we will provide pizza, pop, and chips to all participants. During this break, we can also get to know other GK members better. It's free for everyone to participate, and every one has only one chance to play the tournament. The last person standing will be the winner and take the title of GK Poker Champion 2006 along with an immediate $50 cash prize. Come and join us for a lot of FUN!! Please RVSP to social@ubcgoldenkey.org  by Nov. 8th Wednesday.

    Jessie Wang
    Social Director
    social@ubcgoldenkey.org
  • November 15, 2006: Interview Workshop
    Time: 5-6:30pm
    Location: Thea's Penthouse (Graduate Student Building) 6371 Crescent Road

    The Alumni Committee is organizing an Interview Workshop on November 15 from 5-6:30pm. Our guest speaker is Sophie Bartek from UBC Career Services. She will be discussing:

    -How to prepare for an interview (what questions to expect)
    -How to enhance your ability to answer questions
    -What to wear, how to greet, thank you letters to send... -(A question period is available at the end of the event)

    This is a great opportunity for those applying for a job or graduate school. Don't forget to bring a pen and paper to take notes!

    The workshop begins at 5:00 PM sharp, so don't be late.

    RSVP to alumni@ubcgoldenkey.org by Sunday, Nov 12.

    Hope to see you there,
    Mona Maghsoodi
    Alumni Director UBC Golden Key
    alumni@ubcgoldenkey.org

  • November 18, 2006: New Members Induction Ceremony
    Time: 1:30-4:00
    Place: Chan Centre

    This is a chance to recognize new members in front of family and friends and to introduce new Honourary members to society. Reception is at 3:30 There will be refreshments after the ceremony during which you can learn more about Golden Key and the people behind the gk team.

  • November 21, 2006: Stressless
    Stressed for school? Feeling overwhelmed because mid-terms just ended and now finals are near? Never fear, because the Academic Committee is here... to bring you
     
    "The Dynamics of Stress" Workshop with Monica Magnetti
      
    In this uplifting workshop, Life and Wellness Coach Monica Magnetti will share her observations about the dynamics of stress. Through interactive exercises, she will support participants with practical tools to find solutions to better navigate individual¡¦s lives.
     
    This interactive workshop will target real issues for each of the participants in a truly proactive style. You will walk away with practical suggestions on how to stay on track and shift away from the often habitual pattern of stress in your life.
     
    During the workshop, Monica will also guide the group through an exercise designed to bring people into the present. By the end of this exercise,
     
    • You will have clarity to make important decisions faster.
    • You will be grounded so that you will fully reconnect with your vision.
    • You will be asked to commit to taking the next step to lead the life you envision with greater balance and purpose.
    Time: November 21st from 3:00-3:45pm
    Location: SWNG 105
     
    *There will be FREE food and drinks*
     
    RSVP to gk_academic@yahoo.ca by November 20, 2006
  • November 23, 2006: Nontraditional Career Workshop
    Time: 6pm
    Location: HA 109 (the "Fishbowl") in the lobby of Henry Angus
    Food and refreshments will be served

    Want to know what else you can do with your degree? Come attend
    our nontraditional career workshop, where we have many great speakers coming!

    From the Vancouver Children's hospital, we have a great lab
    technician coming to talk about her job which is more than just looking at test tubes. There are many great opportunities in the government sector, and we have speakers from Canadian Forces, and RCMP coming to talk about variety of careers in those field.

    After the presentation, we have food and refreshments and time for you to network with our speakers.

    So come join us at our workshop on Thurs, Nov 23!

    Abigail Syyong
    Career Director
    UBC Golden Key
    career@ubcgoldenkey.org

  • Semi Annual General Meeting "IceBreaker"
    Friday, November 24th, 2006
    Noon- Free pizza Lunch!
    Location: MASS (Meekison Arts Student Space) located on the bottom floor of Buchanan D
     
     
    Missed the Induction Ceremony? Come pick up your member card at this meeting.
    Have Questions about GK? Want to know what we have to offer you? Or do you just want to meet your team of Executives, to join a committee and get involved, or to mingle over lunch with fellow GK members? Come to this noon hour "IceBreaker" and bring your friends! Were always looking to expand our GK friends circles!!
     
    Contact president@ubcgoldenkey.org for questions
    RSVP by November 22, 2006
  • Final Review Session
    Notice:
    Dear members,
    Due to heavy snow and wind storm warning for Thursday,
    Nov 30, the Academic Committee is announcing that the
    review session for Math 200 at SWNG 210 is CANCELLED.
    The chemistry session, however, will still be held,
    but please check the website for it will be posted if
    it will also be cancelled. Please excuse the
    inconvenience this may have caused.

     
    Due to popular demands, for the first time ever, UBC Golden Key Academic Committee is presenting authentic FINAL REVIEW SESSIONS hosted by qualified tutors to help members prepare for the finals coming up in December. This term, the two subjects we are offering are Math and Chemistry, all 200-level.
     
    For Math 200, the tutor hosting is Amir Bahador Moosavi zadeh.
    For Chemistry 233, the tutor hosting is Felix Ma.
      
    Both tutors have extended TA and tutoring experiences and have been screened to ensure qualifications.
     
    For Math:
    Date: Nov 30
    Time: 3-6pm
    Location: SWNG 210
     
    For Chemistry:
    Date: Dec 1
    Time: 3-6pm
    Location: SWNG 210
     
    *Refreshments are provided*
     
    Please RSVP to gk_academic@yahoo.ca to ensure your spot. Due to limited seating and to ensure quality of delivery, we would actually be restricting the number of attendees, with priorities given to those who have attended "Stressless" and/or apply for Shadowing Day.
     


    Julie Chang
    Golden Key International Honor Society
    University of British Columbia