Engaging the community through food systems initiatives
Two projects co-led by LFS received 2024-25 Community-University Engagement Support funding.
Marina von Keyserlingk wins national graduate mentorship award
Dr. Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk has been awarded the 2024 Dr. Suning Wang Award for Outstanding Graduate Mentorship by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies.
Marina von Keyserlingk awarded honorary doctorate from Ghent University
Dr. Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk was awarded an honorary doctorate from Ghent University in recognition of her outstanding contributions to animal welfare.
Navigating a Career in Agriculture
Clayton offers valuable advice to high school students considering Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS) and also to those currently in the program. He also reflects on his career journey, from starting at BC Ministry of Agriculture to eventually running his own company!
In addition, Clayton explored what’s challenging about his current role as a consultant in his own company but also shared how he manages these challenges.
Advancing Women in Agriculture
Earlier this month, the Faculty sponsored Cameron Donnelly, an Applied Biology student, to attend the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference (AWC).
JT Cornelis awarded a UBC Killam Accelerator Research Fellowship
Soil scientist Dr. Jean-Thomas Cornelis has received a Killam Accelerator Research Fellowship for his work on ecosystem resilience and Indigenous-led land stewardship.
Classroom to the Clinic: How LFS Prepared Me for Veterinary School
Cherri’s passion for working with animals, conservation and nutrition drew her to the Applied Biology Program. During her time in the Faculty she was able to gain experiences, connections and knowledge that she has been able to leverage in her current job as a veterinarian.
Cherri shared with us her experience as a student in the Faculty, her career journey and provides insights for those who are interested in pursing a career in veterinary medicine.