May 8, 2023 Update from the Learning and Applied Research Team
Welcome Samantha!
We would like to welcome a new member to the Learning and Applied Research team!
Samantha Sandhu, Partnership Development Advisor in the Learning & Applied Research Department. She will be working to identify potential applied research opportunities and build partnerships with industry/business/organizations that align with the College’s Applied Research strategies and the Inspire Plan. Samantha’s academic background is in environmental and social sustainability, and sociology. She is very excited to be in this role and looks forward to creating partnerships for OC Applied Research that supports Okanagan communities in becoming more resilient and sustainable.
Hat’s Off
The LAR Team would like to send a shoutout to the students, instructors, faculty and AFP community involved in the AFP Showcase this week. It was a rich evening filled with engaging presentations and demonstrations of learning. We made sure to take some “Poetry for Our Pockets” from the ASE poets in Salmon Arm and instructor Wanda Raides.
Cool Tool Alert
Are you looking for creative ways to share information with learners? Are you considering designing a liquid syllabus over the summer? Or are you looking for digital tools for learners to synthesize concepts with corresponding visual elements? If so, you may want to try Piktochart, a design program that provides a wide range of templates with both free and for fee options.
Learning and Teaching
Michelle Pacansky-Brock has developed a comprehensive infographic which provides a host of strategies to foster class community in online environments. Entitled How and Why to Humanize Your Online Class, this resource discusses high opportunity zones to guide student supports and eight humanizing elements. Humanizing Infographic 2.0 - MICHELLE PACANSKY-BROCK (brocansky.com)
Applied Research
RIPE 2023 – Thank you for joining us!
We are thrilled to announce the success of this year's RIPE conference! With 94 attendees, a thought-provoking keynote by Futurist Richard Worzel, and over 10 engaging presentations, it was an event to remember.
The theme of this year's conference was "Food for Thought", and we were blown away by the diverse range of research and ideas that were presented. From the latest findings on Microplastics in Okanagan Lake to critical analyses of food production and social systems, there was something for everyone.
We were particularly excited to feature several student presentations, which showcased the talent and potential of the next generation of researchers. It was inspiring to see so many young people engaging with important issues and contributing to the collective knowledge of our community.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the presenters, attendees, and OC team who made this event possible. Your dedication and hard work were truly inspiring, and we are already looking forward to next year's conference.
Stay tuned for more updates and information on upcoming events. We can't wait to see what the future holds for our vibrant and dynamic community!
Funding
The Applied Research and Development (ARD) grants web pages have been updated for the 2023–24 year. ARD grants support research and development projects led by college researchers in partnership with private, public or not-for-profit organizations while encouraging collaboration with universities and/or other colleges. This funding opportunity allows the development and strengthening of research links and collaborations between different institutions and/or partners that have a common goal of creating economic, social and/or environmental benefits while contributing to the research ecosystem continuum.
