Computer Science Student Society

UBC IT is currently hiring Student Help Desk Consultants who are the first point of contact for staff, faculty, and students that need technical assistance with IT services. Since this position offers extremely flexible hours and works around class schedules, it is a great way to earn some money during long breaks between classes. Applications will be accepted until April 4. For more information about the position, please visit www.it.ubc.ca/employment. If you have any questions, please contact Melinda Wong.

Rising Stars of Research is an exciting and unique event which brings top undergraduate researchers from across Canada to BC. The centrepiece of RSR is a research poster competition and includes workshops, talks from outstanding faculty researchers, facility tours, and of course, a great time in beautiful British Columbia. New this year is a “Social Sciences” division, in addition to various science and engineering divisions. If you have conducted research, consider presenting it here! Applications are open May 10 to June 14.

Elections are over, and the results are in, pending any candidate-requested recounts. If a candidate wishes a recount to be taken, they should e-mail elections@thecube.ca by 11:59:59PM, Sunday, March 28, 2010. Barring any changes to the outcome, congratulations to our new executives-elect:

President

Jré Sarenac: 99 in favour, 5 against

Vice President, Communications

Bertrand Ong: 103 in favour, 6 against

Vice President, External

Jeremiah Tantongco: 53
Mubashshir Zakir: 51

Vice President, Internal

Richard Lo: 90 in favour, 9 against

Vice President, Social

Karen Lee: 94
Luke Yin: 15

Vice President, Volunteering Services

André Malan: 64
Jiang Nan: 31
Jordan Chin: 19

Treasurer

Melissa Smith: 59
Bobby Kim ^_^: 44
Benjamin Israel: 26

Secretary

Christina Chan: 49
Eva Lam: 49

Total votes cast: 127

Thanks to everyone who voted and ran, congratulations to the winners, and good luck to next year's executive! The new executives will take power on May 1, 2010, with the exception of the treasurer who will take power at the time of treasurer orientations with the AMS Finance Commission.

Note that as there was a tie for the position of Secretary, unless affected by a recount, there will be no secretary in the executive-elect. The new executive may appoint a secretary once it takes power.

Executive elections are coming up! Come out and vote for the people you want running your student society. Voting is open to all undergraduate students whose declared specializations are Computer Science, and the polls are open Thursday and Friday 10–4. See more information about the candidates.

Broadridge is a leading brokerage software provider that connects to global trading engines and markets. The company has a challenging, fast-paced environment, using cutting-edge technology to provide competitive and innovative solutions for the financial industry. They have openings for both full-time and part-time/contractor/summer jobs. Bring your résumé and transcript.

20-minute appointments available.

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It's that time of year again! And with it comes our annual boat cruise with a delicious buffet (which include Oven Roasted Sirloin of Beef Bordelaise and Filet of Fresh British Columbia Salmon in a Herb Crust), music by Melody Express DJ, dancing, mini-games, and Vancouver's finest views!

Our 4-hour boat cruise sailing route will be around the Burrard Inlet, Stanley Park, English Bay, and the False Creek areas.

The original price is $85 per ticket; however, the CSSS is subsidizing $50 for everyone, so now you only need to pay $35 per ticket! And if you pay before March 20th, our Early-Bird price is only $30 per ticket ( including non CS students ). Everyone's welcome!

Details:
Vessel: MV Harbour Princess
Depart Date: Saturday, March 27, 2010
Boarding Time: 6:30 pm
Departure Time: 7:00 pm
Return Time: 11:00 pm
Sailing Time: 4:00 Hours
Boarding Location: 501 Denman Street

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~ Dual Entrée Buffet Menu ~

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~ Bar Menu ~

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*Full information is on the Facebook event page*

The Science Undergraduate Society is currently hiring an IT Manager for the 2010–2011 year.

The SUS IT Manager maintains an internal server, as well as all of SUS' PCs and IT assets. Typical tasks include software upgrades, hardware acquisition, regular maintenance of PCs, and configuring of the ALSSC A/V room. The workload is generally low, but candidates should be prepared to, on occasion, dedicate a significant amount of time.

Technical qualifications:

• Windows XP maintenance and administration.
• Understanding of PC hardware and peripherals.
• Home networking experience: security, router administration, print and file sharing.
• Ubuntu Linux server administration skills are an asset.

The ideal candidate

• Will have some interest or experience in IT, and stays informed about new technologies.
• Must be able to perform with limited resources and an open mind.
• Should know when to ask for help.
• Should be able to explain technical concepts and jargon to a non-technical audience.
• Must have a strong sense of honesty and integrity. Quietly "borrowing" assets for personal use is not acceptable.
• Must be able to handle power and privilege gracefully.

This position includes honoraria, with the amount to be determined upon completion of the term.

The application deadline is April 1, 2010. Interested candidates should email a résumé and optional cover letter to webmaster@sus.ubc.ca, CC administration.sus@gmail.com and bmanager.sus@gmail.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Science Undergraduate Society!