2019 Langara Academic Plan Action Group Conference

Ideas into Action: fulfilling our vision

Join us for the 4th annual conference inspired by the successes and continued work resulting from Langara's Academic Plan. Once again we have partnered with the Langara Foundation to support the Community Cupboard. Cash donations and non-perishable food items will be accepted at the Student Engagement Kiosk throughout the conference. Donations can also be made online. Visit the Langara Foundation webpage and select "Community Cupboard" under the Direct My Gift To field.

Day 1 of the fourth annual conference will kick off with keynote speaker Dr. Jo-ann Archibald, followed by several sessions organized by the Academic Plan Action Groups (APAGs).

Dr. Jo-ann Archibald - Jo-ann Archibald Q’um Q’um Xiiem, from the Sto:lo and St’at’imc First Nations in British Columbia, is Professor Emeritus in the Educational Studies Department at the UBC Faculty of Education and is the recent recipient of the Order of Canada in recognition of her notable work in Indigenous education.

Day 2 will begin with morning sessions at Langara and move off-site to the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Musqueam Cultural Centre for lunch, a cultural performance, and a walking tour (see the FAQ below for details). This year, the Musqueam honoured Langara with the raising of our house post which, “represents our deepening relationship with xʷməθkʷəy̓əm Musqueam and commits us to continue to work toward a brighter future in partnership," Rick Ouellet, Director, Indigenous Education and Services. The afternoon events of Day 2 situated at Musqueam provide the opportunity for us to learn more about the history of the land on which the college sits and its relationship with Musqueam.

The schedule for this year's conference includes:

Day 1 (May 1):

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST (A Building Foyer)
(8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)

WELCOME REMARKS, BLESSING GIVEN BY ELDER GAIL SPARROW & KEYNOTE ADDRESS (A130)
(9:00 AM – 10:45 AM)

COFFEE BREAK/TRANSITION TO FIRST SESSION
(10:45 AM – 11:00 AM)

SESSION #1
(11:00 AM – 12:15 PM)
* Learning How to Learn: a learning strategist program and student success
* Designing international collaborations within your course
* Who Owns Learning? "Research based active learning for student success"
* Applied Research and Social Innovation at Langara

LUNCH (Cafeteria)
(12:15 PM – 1:25 PM)

TRANSITION TO SECOND SESSION
(1:25 PM - 1:35 PM)

SESSION #2
(1:35 PM – 2:50 PM)
* Learning How to Learn: a learning strategist program and student success
* Musqueam Relations: upgrading and partnership building
* Designing international collaborations within your course

TRANSITION TO THIRD SESSION
(2:50 PM - 3:00 PM)

SESSION #3
(3:00 PM – 4:15 PM)
* Who Owns Learning? "From lectures to team-based learning"
* Makerspace research presentation and demo

RECEPTION (L224)
(4:30 PM – 6:30 PM)

Day 2 (May 2):

BREAKFAST (Cafeteria)
(8:45 AM – 9:20 AM)

SESSION #1
(9:30 AM – 10:45 AM)
* Improving the success of student collaboration (Note: this workshop will not be waitlisted and will be capped at 35 people. Registrants will receive an email before the conference with a link to complete an online assessment that will be discussed during the workshop)
* Indigenization 101: What to expect and what is my role in indigenizing snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓/Langara College?
* Intercultural development inventory (Note: this workshop will not be waitlisted and will be capped at 35 people. Registrants will receive an email before the conference with a link to complete an online assessment that will be discussed during the workshop)

TRANSITION TO MUSQUEAM CULTURAL CENTRE
(10:50 AM - 11:30 AM)

WELCOME & BLESSING AT MUSQUEAM CULTURAL CENTRE
(11:45 AM – 12:45 PM)

LUNCH
(12:45 PM – 1:45 PM)

WALKING TOUR OF MUSQUEAM
(1:45 PM – 3:00 PM)

CLOSING PLENARY AT MUSQUEAM CULTURAL CENTRE
(3:15 PM – 4:00 PM)

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For more detailed information, including an event schedule and speaker bios, please visit the Academic Plan webpage.

When registering, please select the workshop you wish to attend in each session. There will be three sessions held over the course of the day and each session will be about 75 minutes in length. After selecting "Register", a pop-up window will appear asking you to "Checkout". From this page, you will then have an opportunity to select the sessions you plan to attend.

We are striving to achieve a zero-waste status for the 2019 conference by using china and flatware instead of disposible items; encouraging the use of public transit; and minimizing printed materials. Don't forget to bring your own mug; consider taking transit on the days of the event; and download your electronic ticket to show at check-in!

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FAQs

Where do I check-in on the day of the event?

A registration desk will be set up at the south entrance of A130 (between the cafeteria and A130). Light refreshments, including coffee and tea, will be served. BYOM - bring your own mug!

Where will the keynote address by Dr. Jo-ann Archibald take place?

The keynote address will take place in A130, following introductions, starting promptly at 9:00 am. Arrive early to grab your spot!

Where and when will the workshops take place?

Most workshops will be held in the B building, but a few will take place in the A building (Makerspace) and T building. Details can be found on the Academic Plan webpage. The second part of day 2 of the conference will take place off-site at the Musqueam Cultural Centre (4000 Musqueam Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3S2).

How do I get to the Musqueam Cultural Centre?

Attendees are encouraged to bike, transit, or carpool to the Musqueam Cultural Centre on day two of the conferece. The Musqueam Cultural Centre is located at 4000 Musqueam Ave. A sign up sheet for the carpool will be located at the registration desk outside A130 on day one. Carpoolers will be responsible for arranging pick-up and drop-off times with their passengers. A bus will also be made available to those who may require transportation to and from Langara; space is limited. Please indicate in your registration whether you would like to sign up for the bus.

Driving directions to Musqueam from Langara
Public transit directions to Musqueam from Langara
Biking directions to Musqueam from Langara

What do I need to bring to day 2?

Day 2 will consist of a cultural performance, lunch, and walking tour of the Musqueam First Nation. The tour will take place rain or shine. Don't forget your comfy shoes, jacket, and/or umbrella.

What's for lunch?

This year’s Day 1 lunch will be a little more casual than in previous years and attendees will be treated to a variety of delicious flatbread pizzas, salads, and desserts courtesy of Chartwells. Day 2 attendees will be treated to a wonderful menu at the Musqueam Cultural Centre.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please send all enquiries here.

Is my registration/ticket transferable?

Registration is not transferable. If you are no longer able to attend, please send an email to the event organizer indicating that you will no longer be attending the event. Please do not forward or copy your ticket.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You are not required to bring a copy of your ticket, but you may find it useful to have a copy on hand. The session workshops that you have selected in your registration will be displayed on your ticket. At the registration desk, you will be checked in and issued a name tag. This name tag will act as your ticket for lunch.

Please note that you will be waistlisted if the workshop you choose is already filled. Workshops will be capped based on room capacity.

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