Inspire-d at UVic

Inspire-d at UVic

Join co-hosts Michelle and Steph for a new season of 'Inspire-d at UVic' in exciting conversations with UVic professors every episode! This podcast is hosted by INSPIRE: Stem for Social Impact.

Episodes

December 3, 2024 21 mins

Join us as we chat with Physics Professor Dr. Mark Laidlaw about his university journey—failing a midterm, grad school adventures and mishaps, co-op experiences, and the professors that shaped his path.

With guest host, and fellow INSPIRE Co-op student Lasya Bulusu.

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Don't forget to register for the INSPIRE Annual conference on December 17th showcasing this years projects! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/inspire-2024-annual-confere...

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In this episode we talk with Dr. Trefor Bazett about his life as a math YouTuber and Professor at UVic. We got into fun math related topics such as Topology through bubbles, using Game Theory in everyday life, and answered the question " Can anyone learn math?".

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Youtube Version: ⁠https://youtu.be/OmI_HU06DcI?si=XVf3Br8h3toJck1i⁠

Visit INSPIRE's website:⁠https://inspireuvic.org⁠

Follow INSPIRE on Instagram @inspireuvic

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November 20, 2024 4 mins

Daniela Damian introduces INSPIRE-d at UVic's new co-hosts, Michelle Rosenthal and Stephanie Askewe! Hear about the new season of the podcast and the INSPIRE program.


INSPIRE's website: ⁠https://inspireuvic.org/⁠

INSPIRE's instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/inspireuvic/⁠

Daniela Damian's email: ⁠danielad@uvic.ca⁠


Upcoming Events

INSPIRE 3rd Annual Conference (Dec 17, 2024): ⁠https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/inspire-2024-year-end-co...

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In this episode, we dive beyond the syllabus with Dr. Michael Reed, a beloved professor of Medieval Studies known for bringing passion and energy to the classroom. Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of science and humanities, and learn how lived experience can be crucial in bringing new insights to the table.

View the Episode Transcript here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u2WLLjrch-u2sqiTnyRgw6pOOa5lHzhm/view?usp...

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This week, the Program Coordinator of the UVic Innovation Centre, Tyler West, joins co-hosts Shyla and Remee to discuss what the Centre offers. They dive into upcoming competitions, entrepreneurship co-ops, and highly valued mentors that are all available to UVic students!


Have Any Questions?

Are you interested in any of the programs or services mentioned throughout this podcast? You can get in touch with the Innovation Centre...

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This week, Temi Ogunjimi, a future UVic Law School student, joins co-hosts Shyla and Remee to discuss her experience with balancing school and being a dual varsity athlete at the University of Calgary.

Join us to listen to Temi's insight into her undergraduate experience and advice for any future Student-Athletes.


Transcript for the Episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w70EnFjM3OfD_ZUn_olJiffl2ALOcXhLke0D18qoDeA/e...

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Shyla and Remee are joined by Valeriya (Val) Savchenko to discuss their INSPIRE projects, experience, and Val's current project with INSPIRE.


Want to learn more about INSPIRE? Check out our website: https://inspireuvic.org/ and contact our team via email to find out more about the Fall 2024 projects.


View the Episode Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lDkD2HKc-MN8zLV7IZDa3bLpbwY3n1-KD-RhlEGv-I4/edit?...

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Co-hosts, Remee and Shyla, are back with UVic learning strategist Emily Arvay, where they further dive into navigating the ongoing exam period. They discuss strategies for managing stress and utilizing effective study tools to enhance information retention.

Resource Links:

- Human Learning: Blooms Taxonomy https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/catalogs/tip-sheets/blooms-taxonomy#:~:text=Bloom's%20Taxonomy%20compr...

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Co-hosts, Remee and Shyla, have a conversation with UVic learning strategist, Emily Arvay. In the first of a two part series, they explore study strategies and tools to be successful during the semester and the upcoming exam period. Resource Links:

Creating an effective study space: 

https://onlineacademiccommunity.uvic.ca/LearnAnywhere/2021/01/12/creating-your-own-study-space/

Top three tips for ace-ing exams: 

https://onlineacad...

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