Opportunities
Rehabilitation Sciences Executive Committee
Join the Rehabilitation Sciences Executive Committee (RSEC) to represent and advocate for fellow students in Rehabilitation Sciences.
Through committee membership, RSEC promotes academic excellence and social connectedness by organizing events, promoting a collaborative environment, and providing the necessary resources for academic success.
Rehabilitation Sciences Mentorship Program
Apply to be a mentor for the Rehabilitation Sciences Mentorship Program to assist new graduate students transitioning from undergraduate university, or professional work, into the research-focused graduate student environment.
The program incorporates face-to-face mentoring with an online contact, networking events, and connections to career development resources including the annual RSEC Rehabilitation Sciences Research Day.
For more information, contact RSEC at rsec.ubc@gmail.com
Events
Rehabilitation Sciences New Student Orientation
Join RHSC every July and January for the ‘New Student Orientation’, organized for incoming students in the September and January cohorts respectively. The New Student Orientation is your first stop on your Masters or Doctoral journey. This is a great time for you to connect with the RHSC Program staff, orient yourselves to the academic and administrative requirements for your degree, and learn more about the professional and social opportunities within the program.
For more information, contact the RHSC Program Assistant at rehab.gradprogram@ubc.ca.
Rehabilitation Sciences Research Day
Hosted by RSEC, Rehabilitation Sciences Research Day is devoted to showcasing the diversity of research within the RHSC program.
Event participants have the opportunity to learn what fellow students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty members in the program are currently involved with.
Upcoming Opportunities and Events
CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements – Spring 2024 Competition
Date: April 19, 2024 @9:48 am
The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-caliber Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and […]
RSEC Writing Group
Date: March 14, 2024 @4:11 pm
Diving into your thesis or academic papers? Join our upcoming study group on Discord specifically for RHSC students. Enhance your academic journey and navigate the complexities of writing with a supportive community behind you. Whether you’re at the outset or deep into your research, this group is here to help! Follow RSEC on social media […]
BC Lung Foundation Respiratory Rehabilitation Fellowship
Date: March 6, 2024 @10:53 am
The B.C. Lung Foundation offers fellowships based on the applicant’s potential of scientific excellence. This fellowship is awarded to RHSC students conducting research in respiratory rehabilitation. Eligibility: Post-doctoral fellows and PhD students Award Amount: $12,500 Number Awarded: 2 Application Deadline: April 1, 2024, 4pm PST How to Apply: The application can be found here. Email completed application to the Rehabilitation Sciences Graduate […]
Call for RHSC Students: Join the RSEC Mentorship Program
Date: September 14, 2023 @12:27 pm
The Rehabilitation Sciences Executive Committee (RSEC) mentorship program welcomes mentors and mentees to join us for the 2022-2023 academic year! No experience required! As a mentor, you get to share your nuggets of wisdom and directly contribute to your community. As a mentee, you get to connect with an experienced trainee and learn to navigate difficult conversations/situations, find work-life balance and much, […]
Progress Report Deadline for Fellowship Holders | 15 March 2024
Date: March 6, 2024 @10:48 am
Please note that the Fellowship Holder Progress Reports are different than the RHSC Annual Progress Reports. All multi-year fellowship holders should make systematic and consistent progress in their research. An annual research progress report, detailing the achievements of the previous year and the objectives for the next year, is required by the federal research councils […]