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2010 High School Edition
scibus.caMagazine of the Waterloo Science and Business Program
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO
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On March 5th and 6th, 2010, the Science and Business program will host the annual Fusion conference at the University of Waterloo. This conference aims to integrate the science world into the business community. This is achieved through various guest speakers from industries such as healthcare, technology, energy, and pharmaceutical, as well as a case study from a company in attendance. This is a chance to meet several delegates with similar interests, professionals from many fields, and perhaps even a
future employer. We are pleased to announce five orgnizations that have confirmed guest speakers for the conference. The guest speakers for this year’s conference will come from IBM, Ontario Power Authority, Waterloo Wellington Local Integrated Health, and Tech Capital Partners. Please visit www.fusion.uwsbsa.ca for more information and updates!
Brought to you by the Fusion Board of Directors.
2009-2010SBSA Board of Directors
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Also Included,
16 A Biotech/CA Prespective By: Henry Hsu
18 Uncover the World Of Hydrogeology By: Robert Stuetzle
19 SBSA Extracurricular doesn’t have to end with Grade 12
By: Henry Hsu
20 Have a Question? Ask Our Student Ambassadors! By: Sharon Ng
21 Accomplishments and Resources
Features
6 H2O LO2 Science Rocks at Waterloo By: Sharon Ng
8 Our Co-op Experiences
10 International Co-op Experience By: Jessica Konzelmann
11 Alumni Profiles
14 Ain’t Nothing Like High school By: Prashanth Gopalan
17 Science and Business
Environmental Business
By: Stefan Schneider
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Advisor’s Message
Dear Students and Readers,
I take great pride in welcoming you to the 2010 high school edition of our scibus.ca magazine that is written and produced by our students. This magazine has come a long way since its inception in 2006 and showcases the brilliance of our students. Whether it is our Fusion conference, coop awards, academic brilliance or personal and career goal development, our students consistently take on leadership roles in leading from the front.
Our programs are designed to support the philosophy of excellence so that we deliver outstanding business savvy scientists in the market place. This is done through academic and practical trainings in both the sciences and business that give our students the tools to translate research into marketable products. From the very first term in the interdisciplinary workshops our student learning teams analyze, challenge and question real business case methods that are modeled on the Wharton School and Harvard Business Review case studies and articles. These cases inspire, provide insight into businesses and instill self assurance in them. The best testament to this is the extraordinary accomplishment of our alumni who have achieved exceptional success at postgraduate and professional schools, in the public and private sectors, science and technology oriented firms and entrepreneurial organizations in Canada and across borders globally.
We work closely from our base in the Science and Business Resource centre where our students interact with us as a professional team that comes together through family spirit.
Our commitment to their personal career development and success is evident through myBusiness exercise conducted in the second term. Our student ambassadors are a team of enthusiastic members ready to answer questions and mentor new students throughout their academic career with us. Our coordinating committee is a team of senior students who help us develop our programs through their insight and feedback that they get from our scholars. Our student society SBSA runs the annual “Fusion” conference that brings together the best speakers from the industry and academia. Our all coop programs allow students to gain valuable work experience and by the time they graduate they would have been exposed to working for up to 5 employers and gained practical experiences in the field and labs settings. These experiences are due to the great support that we get from our Co-operative Education and Career Services.
We are grateful to our entire editorial team for their hard work in producing this magazine. I would particularly like to thank Dr.Owen Ward for his contributions to the magazine, our student contributors and our Project Manager, Raj Balasingham for leading this effort. We also want to thank our readers for reading this magazine. You may also access our magazine online at www.scibus.ca.
Please remember that from the day you enter Science and Business we will work with you all the way as a team to achieve your mission and goals for life. From the very first term you will not be just a number in class but on a first name basis with us. Come and join us on a fascinating academic and practical journey.
Happy Reading!
Kashif MemonAdvisor and Coordinator
Contact me at:519-888-4567 ext 35114Email: [email protected] You can also visit me on campus at ESC 254D
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Project Manager’s Message
Congratulations! You are almost on your way to University. I graduated from the Science and Business program in April 2009. I am currently the Project Manager for the Science and Business Program at the University of Waterloo. The next few years will be a very challenging and rewarding time of your life. My advice to you is research all the different programs of interest, and be aware of deadlines. There are deadlines for bursaries, scholarships, student loans. The earlier you apply the better it is as some scholarships and bursaries are on a first come basis. I never knew about Science and Business at UW until I came here! Take a hard look at the co-op programs, especially the ones offered at the University of Waterloo. As a student who graduated from the co-op program I cannot stress the value of co-op as it reduces your tuition costs and gives you valuable experience. Co-op also allows you to gain valuable contacts in the industry and you may end up working for one of your co-op
employers full time after you graduate.If you are thinking about Science definitely look into our Science and Business, Biotechnology/Economics or Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy programs. This will allow you to become a well rounded individual and also set you apart from your peers. The business component along with your co-op experiences will give you the competitive advantage when you graduate. You will gain valuable lab experience from our science labs, and soft skills from our group/ individual presentations. The soft skills will not only help you in your academic career but will definitely help you present yourself confidently in a coop interview or in other aspects of your life. Lastly, meet as many people as you can and enjoy the experience.
Should you have any questions please feel free to contact me at [email protected] and best of luck in your future endeavours!
Raj BalasinghamProject Manager- Science and Business Program
Contact me at:519-888-4567 ext 36684Email: [email protected] can also visit me on campus at ESC 254D
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University is a time filled with decisions. What should I major/minor in? Do I want room mates? What clubs should I join? Luckily, one question has been answered
for you before you attend the University of Waterloo – YES! You should participate in Orientation Week!
University of Waterloo’s Orientation Week is designed to help first year students settle into campus life by offering a balanced introduction between the social, academic, and residential aspects of university life. First year students will have the opportunity to learn about the University of Waterloo and their program, participate in a variety of events, meet fellow first year students, and of course, have fun!
During Orientation Week 2009, approximately 200 Science Orientation Leaders welcomed 900+ first-year students to the University of Waterloo. Through over 15 unique events that combined to form Science Orientation Week, students received a balanced introduction to all aspects of university life and were given the opportunity to develop many new relationships.
H2O, LO2, Science Rocks at Waterloo!
Sharon faces off with a leader
Science Stands on Guard for Goggles Science and Business at the University of Waterloo a “SMART” choice
Science Luau
By:Sharon Ng
Highlights from Orientation Week 2009 include (but are not limited to) the following:
•Science Services Tour: An opportunity to learn about the variety of clubs and services offered to science students at the University of Waterloo, as well as a chance for first year students to familiarize themselves with the campus.•‘Single & Sexy’: Attend a live performance of the orientation play put on by the students of Waterloo and Waterloo Health Services about adjusting to university life.•Science Olympics: Complete a series of legendary events and earn points for your team towards the Trophy.•Secret Science Dance (SSD): Earn your goggles by learning the unique dance created for your incoming class taught to you by your Orientation Leaders!•Goggles Ceremony: Who needs hardhats when they’ve got goggles?! This is your official induction into Science at Waterloo!•Dean’s Welcome/Program Talks: Meet the Dean of Science and
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Monte Carlo Night
learn everything you will ever need to know about your program.•Go-And-Get-Stuff (GAGS): Participate in a campus-wide scavenger hunt and earn points for your team towards the Trophy.•Monte Carlo: Arrive in style for this cross-campus casino event featuring live music, hors d’oeuvrves and dancing!•Leader Chase: It’s time to get your Orientation Leaders back! Chase your leaders around campus and earn points for your team.•Science Luau: Attend the most envied Hawaiian-themed event of Orientation Week!•Black & Gold Day: Cheer your Waterloo Warriors to victory and enjoy the half-time show put on by all the Orientation Leaders!
There’s something for everyone during Science Orientation Week and we cannot wait to see you for Science Orientation 2010. Keep an eye out for important orientation updates at orientation.uwaterloo.ca. When you get a chance, re-live the experience by becoming an orientation leader! •
Black and Gold Day
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Natasha GillGraduating Class of 2011Honors Science and Business Biology Specialization
Health Care AnalystLondon Group International (based out from Chicago)Marketing AssistantFamily Health AdvocatesMarketing Car Wash Strategies and Development Coordinator Petro-CanadaCustomer Relations Specialist Klenzoid Company Limited
YEAR 1F 1W 1S 2F 2W 2S 3F 3W 3S 4F 4W 4S 5F 5W
Biotechnology/ Chartered Accountancy
Study Study Off Study Work Study Study Work Work Study Study Work Study
Science and Business, Biotechnology/ Economics
Study Study Off Study Work Study Work Study Work Study Work Work Study Study
F- Fall Term (September- December), W- Winter Term (January- April), S-Spring Term (May- August)
Science and Business, Biotechnology and Economics and Biotechnology Chartered Accountancy are co-op only programs. Our students will graduate with up to 2 years of work experience, gain valuable contacts and have the potential to earn anywhere between $42,000 to $74,000 over their 5 work terms. Students can be employed in a wide range of jobs. For more information on co-op please visit the career-services website at www.careerservices.uwaterloo.ca.
The chart below gives you an overview of how the co-op sequencing works. The co-op program is 5 years in length. The building on the right is the Tatham Centre where you can go for help in resume critiquing, interview workshops and most of your interviews will take place there!
Co-op Work Term Information
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Daani SarmaGraduating Class of 2011Honors Science and Business Chemistry Specialization
Xbox® Marketing AssociateMicrosoft Canada, Mississauga ONCheck out her work at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoUFVJ1xenIFinancial Systems AnalystLoblaw Companies Limited (LCL), Brampton ON
Karthika RajamanikkomGraduating Class of 2010Biotechnology/Economics
Research AssistantPrincess Margaret Hospital Familial Breast and Ovarian Cancer Clinic Genetic Counselling AssistantPrincess Margaret Hospital Familial Breast and Ovarian Cancer Clinic Jr. Financial AnalystEnergy Savings GroupReliability Standards and Assessments AnalystIndependent Electricity System Operator
Mathew LauGraduating Class of 2010 Biotechnology/Economics
BioinformaticianCentre for Addiction and Mental HealthProject AssistantRBC Capitals Market Inc.Research AssistantSunnybrook Health Sciences CenterSubmission Screening OfficerHealth CanadaAssistant to Trade ComissionerDepartment of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
YEAR 1F 1W 1S 2F 2W 2S 3F 3W 3S 4F 4W 4S 5F 5W
Biotechnology/ Chartered Accountancy
Study Study Off Study Work Study Study Work Work Study Study Work Study
Science and Business, Biotechnology/ Economics
Study Study Off Study Work Study Work Study Work Study Work Work Study Study
F- Fall Term (September- December), W- Winter Term (January- April), S-Spring Term (May- August)
Amy ZhangGraduating Class of 2010Honors Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy
Tax AnalystDeloitte and Touche
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experiences, all of which contributed to the success of EDGE.As junior consultants for Scottish Enterprise, a team of five
other students and myself worked closely with two companies to provide innovative solutions to market expansions opportunities, and competitor intelligence analysis. In addition to the two consultancy projects, each team was challenged to come up with an innovative business idea, and participate in a competition similar to Dragon’s Den. Ideas ranged from disposable shoes purchased out of vending machines, to collapsible water bottles, a gift card exchange website and many others.
Every day in Scotland was unique. The 9-5 work day did not exist as a consultant. Some days were spent with clients, others doing interactive market research, and others working out of our office spaces spread throughout Glasgow. Our weekends were spent travelling. It became the norm to hop on a plane and fly to Paris, Norway, Ireland or Rome for the weekend. Some of the best bonding times we had as a group were spent climbing mountains
It finally hit me when I heard the sound of bagpipes for the first time - I was in Scotland. For my 3B work term I decided to fly to Glasgow, Scotland with five other Waterloo students
to work as a consultant for two Scottish Enterprise managed companies. It was nothing short of an experience of a lifetime. Students from Poland, America, China, Scotland and Canada lived together, worked together, and travelled together this past summer, engaging in cultural experiences and networking with local businesses.
The Science and Business program has opened the door to countless opportunities for students like myself, and a work term abroad is just one of them. Prior to Scotland, I had held co-op positions at Petro-Canada (now Suncor) in Customer Service and the Sales Process and Training department, and at a marketing consulting company. My time abroad has reinforced what this diverse program has taught me over the years, and exposed me to international business on a new level.
The Encouraging Dynamic Global Entrepreneurs (EDGE) program held by Scottish Enterprise had a total 150 student participants, 40 local businesses, and numerous mentors and business advisors. Students flew in from all over North America, Europe, and China to take part in this dynamic program. Participants had unique academic backgrounds, and past work
International Co-op Experience
in the Highlands, or taking fairy rides to quant islands, the possibilities were endless, and everything was at our fingertips.
Spending my summer in Scotland and travelling Europe was the experience of a lifetime, and something I would recommend for your To Do List. The University of Waterloo’s Science and Business program gives students an edge, and I strongly feel my success in all previous co-op jobs is because of what this program has taught me. As a co-op student you get the opportunity to implement what you have learned in real world settings, and you begin to see the big picture and build your own career path.
Scotland was a unique opportunity because we worked as a team, and there was no superior telling us what to do. It was up to you and your team to deliver results, and starting this job I was confident in my capabilities because I knew the Science and Business program had prepared me for challenges like this.
Jessica and her colleagues in Paris
By:Jessica Konzelmann
Jessica and her fellow classmate, Matthew Colphon were featured in the Fall 2009 Issue 1 edition of “Inside SCO-OP”. You can view the magazine at http://www.cecs.uwaterloo.ca/students/scoop/fall-2009-edition-1.pdf. The article can be found on page 3 titled “Giving an Edge to Scottish Businesses”.•
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Alumni Profiles
Jeff PerttulaGraduated in 2008 with a BSc in Science and Business Physics Specialization, Economics Minor Work History (full time)University of Waterloo - Outreach and Events Coordinator, Faculty of ScienceUniversity of Waterloo - Project Manager, Science and Business ProgramWork History (co-op)Sensors & Software Inc. - Co-op Student Assistant - R&D Applications TestingUniversity of Waterloo - CS 200 Lab InstructorCD 98.9FM - Summer Events CoordinatorBruce Power - Developmental Student - Nuclear Safety & Support DepartmentFuture PlansI completed the GMAT exam this summer with the goal of starting in an MBA program in Fall of 2010. Ideally this would lead to working in research and development, on the business side of operations, and hopefully in a smaller firm that would allow me the opportunity to do some research as well.Advice to first year studentsGet involved as soon as you can. Find whatever it is that interests you and sign up for a club, team or student society. This is the best way to meet people on campus and also boost your resume in the process.
Gowthamie YogeswaranGraduated August 2008 with a BSc in Science and Business Biology SpecializationWork History (full time)Research in Motion - Project ManagementWork History(co-op)Research in Motion - Management Assistant GPRS RadioGreater Transport Authority - Security AnalystFuture Plans I hope to do my MBA very soonAdvice to first year studentsScience and Business is a great program that opens many doors of opportunity. It’s a program that doesn’t limit you to one particular path, you can really experiment and take the path that suits you best. An important skill we learned in our program is the value of networking. I strongly recommend to constantly practice great networking skills both when in school, as well as after. All in all, it’s a great program that you will enjoy for sure. Good luck!
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Punit ShanghaviGraduated in 2009 with a BSc in Science and Business Chemistry SpecializationWork History (co-op)H&S Building Supplies - Junior Admin & Marketing AssistantSuperior Energy Management - Business AnalystEricsson Canada - Operational Development CoordinatorPetro-Canada - Neighbours Marketing Associate CGI - Project Control OfficerFuture PlansI plan on getting my MBA and CFA within the next 10 years, which will hopefully allow me to continue pursuing my dreams.Advice For First Year StudentsGet out there. Be exciting and innovative in everything you do. Following the status quo never helped anyone, so the sky is the limit!
Amirthini TharmalingamGraduated in 2009 with an Honours BSc Biotechnology and EconomicsWork History (Full-Time)Nova Century Scientific-Technical SpecialistWork History (Co-op)Public Health Agency of Canada - Research AssistantMinistry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Junior Research AssociateStructural Genomics Consortium - Research Technical AssistantFuture PlansI hope to get into Medical School and focus on developing the areas within primary care research that look to improve cancer screening methods.
Advice For First Year StudentsAlthough the education you receive in the classroom is important, the numbers that you see on the transcript are not everything. In fact, even though my grades may have gotten my foot in the door, what I have learned is that the experience I gained and the people I have met through my volunteer and work experiences is what helped me truly succeed after graduation. Try a lot of different things especially that may seem scary at first. Those are the ones that you will remember, and those are the experiences that you will learn from.
Alumni Profiles
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Raj BalasinghamGraduated April 2009 with a BSc in Science and Business Non Major, HR Option.Work History (full-time)University of Waterloo - Project Manager, Science and BusinessWork History (co-op)Vale Inco - Analytical Chemist (8 months)Griffith Laboratories - Microbiologist and Quality Assurance TechnicianScotiabank - Quality Assurance AnalystFuture PlansPursue my MBA part time and work full time. Advice For First Year studentsAfter your 1B term try and get a job for the summer, get your resumes up to date and brush up on your interview skills. This will ease the stress when you start applying for coop jobs during your 2A term
Reneerose OngGraduated in April 2009 with a BSc in Science and BusinessBiochemistry Specialization Work History (co-op)Mount Sinai Hospital - Research AssistantUniversity of Toronto Surgical Skills Center - Surgical TechnicianPioneer Hi-Bred International - Research AssistantChestnut Park Health Centre - Physiotherapy and Clinical Assistant Furture PlansI am currently at the University of Toronto doing a two year second degree program in Nursing. I hope to become a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pediatrics!Advice For First year studentsGet involved!
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No seriously. I’m not being trite or anything, but this university is going to be nothing like you imagined it to be. I don’t mean that in a bad way. I wish people had
avoided giving me the usual clichéd statements about university when I was in high school: “learning experience”, “best years of your life” – sound familiar? They bored me with their anecdotes about first-year and so on, so much so that I’m not going to bore you with their stories. I’m going to bore you with mine.
The fact of the matter is that they basically gave me a blank-form response to all matters university-related because that’s the best that they could do. The point I’m trying to make is that university from your perspective right now is like looking through a kaleidoscope; all you can see is the vibrant mosaic of experiences that the university promises to provide you, lent credence by anecdotes from those who have passed, or are passing, through it. But in the end, you’re going to need to carve out your own experience, and that means coming into university without having a set of expectations.
High school was a humdrum episode in my life. I never got involved beyond a few clubs here and there, and even then, I only applied myself thoroughly to a couple of them. I was more enthused about getting through to university, and so it was only in my final year of high school that you’d find me at the peak of my enthusiasm and excitement - to graduate. It was also at this point that that I learned of the number of different ways that university experiences had left their impressions on people.
I was encouraged (almost forcefully) time and time again by some, that I should make sure to “get involved” as these were going to be the “best years” of my life. Others cautioned to remember that I was there to study and do well, and that “getting
involved” was equivalent to wasting time, failing and dropping out. There were even some who were helpful enough to suggest that it was all a waste of time, that I was wasting good money on worthless education and that I’d be better off wandering the streets, learning from the oldest teacher in the world - nature.
It was at that point that I understood why nobody could give me a straight answer to my questions about university life. How could they use words to adequately express the multitude of successes and failures that they had experienced over the course of their tenure at Waterloo? How could they express the uncertainty of their first night in residence or the apprehension and excitement of staying up all night to complete a crucial assignment due at seven in the morning the next day? Could words even capture and convey these emotions effectively without degrading them in the very process of conveyance? And even if they did manage to impart a sizeable part of their knowledge and experience to me, where would I even begin to understand the full extent and importance of these experiences in shaping their character, having never been in their shoes?
In fact, ask yourself, what do you want to get out of the University of Waterloo? Do you just want to graduate and move on to a job? In that case I would advise re-thinking your goals. You’re never going to be given an opportunity like this to develop and shape your character, to the extent that it’ll influence how you live your life in the future, the types of people you’ll meet and the decisions you’ll make. If you just want to come here with the intention of fulfilling all of your hedonistic objectives, then re-consider whether you want to pass up a chance to learn from some of the best minds, faculty and students alike, before you’re pushed into the challenging world beyond.
I know I didn’t have all this planned out when I was in high school, but come university, I made sure that I took advantage of every opportunity that I could accommodate. I studied, but I also got involved in extracurriculars just enough to complement my studies, not detract from them. Science and Business Student Digest Editorial Board? Sure. High School Outreach? Why not? Then came second-year: the Imprint? Sounds like a plan. The Science and Business Students Association? Good stuff. Who knew that I’d be able to handle all of these extra-curricular commitments and still find time for studies? I certainly didn’t, but now I know I can, and it’s second nature to me.
Needless to say, I ended up lugging my stuff to my residence in the Fall of last year, plagued with the conflicting emotions of dread, uncertainty, ambition, eagerness, expectancy all linked together with an underlying thread of excitement. What a start it was: thirty-five hours of class a week, four hours of sleep a night,
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and caffeine and sugar becoming my staple diet. Do this in high school and people will tell you that you’re an idiot; in university, they’ll marvel at you and congratulate you for doing so well. However, before you rethink your decision to come to university based on these facts, consider this; the people you’ll meet will be a cut above those you meet in high school and the wealth of experiences that you’ll gather in that first year will shape your character more than it has been shaped in all your years of high school.
Lastly, whenever I look back at how I was in high school, and how I’ve turned out in university, it only speaks volumes of the choice I made to attend to this university. I haven’t looked back since, and I don’t regret it. I hope you’ll agree. •
About the AuthorName: Prashanth GopalanProgram: Science and Business - Biotechnology Specialization with a Minor in EconomicsChief Information Officer Science and Business Student AssociationHobbies: Likes to read, write, debate, work-out and philosophize.What he likes about Science and Business: The flexibility and uniqueness of the program. The class size, not too big that it feels impersonal but not too small that it feels restrictive. This allows ideas to flow freely and find new owners.Advice for prospective Science and Business Students:Make sure your an avid reader, read anything and everything. This is a skill that helps you both in and out of the classroom, and business is anything if not out of the classroom! Make it a point to meet a new person everyday, don’t make it a cheesy affair by drawing it out to ridiculous proportions, but make at least an effort to be known by others. Build a positive reputation, it will help BIG. Take the initiative to look for change, whether it be in the form of a new club, a new group, a new course, or simply a new idea. Find the change, or else introduce it.Prashanth will be actively promoting the Fusion conference which takes place on March 5 and 6th at the University of Waterloo! Come join him!
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Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy Prespective
Originally from Vancouver, BC, coming to Waterloo to study accounting was not part of my initial plan. Throughout high school, I always saw myself as a strong
science student. My plan was to get good grades, go to medical school, and become a doctor one day. Studying accounting never crossed my mind until I started applying for university, when I learned about the Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy program.
In grades 11 and 12, I was part of Junior Achievement’s After-School Company Program and enjoyed the privilege of running a student company. The experience sparked an interest in me to continue studies in “some area” of business, which at the time I was unsure about. The University of Waterloo was very well-known at my high school for its unique co-op programs, and my interest was reaffirmed when I heard about the Science and Business Programs. I saw this as an opportunity for me to nurture my strengths in the sciences while exploring a newfound area of interest. I had applied to the Biotech/CA program without having taken a single accounting course, and no knowledge of what the job of a Chartered Accountant entails. I had no a clue about whom the Big Four auditing firms were. Fortunately, I was accepted into the program, and the two semesters I have
completed thus far were eye-openers.I am in my 2A Term and preparing for my first co-op
placement with PricewaterhouseCoopers. My perspectives have changed completely. Even though I had originally wanted to pursue business studies alongside science, I learned that accounting is only one very specialized practice within business. The completion of this program puts you on the fast-track to a professional career in Public Accounting and towards getting your CA designation, a very well-respected and well paid profession.
The program does allocate sufficient courses such that you achieve the requirements for a Bachelor of Science while also qualifying for the Master of Accountancy Program at Waterloo. If you can achieve your CA designation with a science background, you will have an edge working as an auditor or consultant for a variety of industries, including biotechnology, pharmaceutical firms and other companies in the Research and Development sector.
The Biotech/CA Program allows you to study within two very distinctive and specialized fields. The dichotomous nature of the program presents a good challenge for someone working primarily towards a CA designation, while maintaining an interest in the sciences at the same time. •
By: Henry Hsu
www.scibus.caProducing Leaders for the New Economy
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By: Henry Hsu
www.scibus.caProducing Leaders for the New Economy
By: Stefan Schneider
My name is Stefan Schneider and I chose to study Science & Business: Environmental Sciences because I wanted to dedicate my time towards concepts, ideas and practices
that apply to everyday life. No matter what career path I may ultimately choose, having an
in depth understanding of business, and the concepts surrounding it, will apply to everything we experience in life. This holds true for daily interactions with marketing to the complexities of business finance. With this insight into business, not only can I now understand how others have found success before me, but I can easily follow in their footsteps, or even carve my own path. The reason why I chose to combine this element of business with environmental sciences is I wanted to understand why things around me behave the way they do. Highly theoretical subjects can explain incredible interactions between particles and chemical reactions, but in environmental science you can relate everything discussed in lectures to what’s going on directly around you, and that means a lot to me. Because of this, even if I somehow pursue a path different from environmental science, I shall feel no lecture was ever wasted. I can always use the knowledge I obtained every time I step outside. •
Science and Business: Environmental Sciences
About the AuthorName: Stefan SchneiderProgram: Science & Business: Environmental SciencesHobbies: Skating, Coaching, Tennis, ComputersWhat he likes about Science and Business: I like how the program develops a wide variety of skill sets by integrating science and business together. You really get a feel for all the crucial components of both science and business and it becomes obvious to see where you excel, what you enjoy, and what you want to pursue further.Advice for prospective Science and Business students: As you continue your education and eventually your career it’s important to enjoy what you’re doing. In order to be successful at anything in life you will need to be creative. There is nothing sadder than seeing someone trying to be creative in a career that they’re not passionate about. Pursue a future that you will enjoy and you will be successful in it.
Stefan enjoying the view at Lake Placid, New York
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I have been in Science and Business: Hydrogeology Specialization since it was first offered in fall 2006. The program provides the geoscience background necessary for a wide range of career
paths in the oil and gas, mining and environmental industries; while the business background provides the skills necessary to effectively manage people, projects and finances.
The University of Waterloo is world renowned for its role in the hydrogeological community. It houses the Waterloo Institute for Groundwater Research (WIGR), home to faculty members that are world experts in hydrogeology and the related geosciences. These same world experts are professors that teach the geoscience courses offered in the Science and Business: Hydrogeology Specialization. The co-op program provides a great opportunity to use concepts learned in the classroom for real world applications and to gain valuable experience working with skilled professionals. Hydrogeologists are in huge demand right now, a demand that is sure to keep growing for years to come, as proper management of water resources and the environment is becoming a subject of greater concern. Because of the high demand for individuals with a background in hydrogeology, I have had multiple job offers for each of my co-op terms.
On my first term, I worked as an Environmental Scientist at Terrapex Environmental Ltd., an environmental consulting firm in Toronto. At Terrapex, I gained a great deal of field experience, travelling throughout Ontario to perform field work. I performed monitoring and maintenance of groundwater wells and remediation systems, collected soil and groundwater samples and was involved in borehole drilling and monitoring well installation. At the end of the term, I performed a cost benefit analysis comparing several types of borehole logging software. I submitted the report to
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Robert during his Earth field trip near Onaping Falls in Sudbury, Ontario
Terrapex and they implemented my recommended changes. It was truly an example of science and business.
My second co-op term was as an Environmental Scientist/Engineering Assistant at Franz Environmenta Inc., an environmental consulting firm in Mississauga. At Franz, I spent less time doing field work and more time in the office doing interpretation and report writing. I would use data gathered in the field to generate groundwater contour maps, stratigraphic cross-sections and borehole logs. These models would then be used to make interpretations about the subject site. From these interpretations a report would be written and submitted to the client. A major project in which I was involved in was the design of a remediation system intended to treat contaminated groundwater: a task that challenged my technical abilities. I was also involved in preparing project cost estimates and coordinating contractors and supplies for those projects, all of which allowed me to make use of my business background.
For my third term, I decided that I wanted to travel, so I applied for jobs in western Canada. The job I accepted was at Syncrude Canada Ltd. in Fort McMurray, Alberta. At Syncrude, I worked as a Student Hydrogeologist alongside my mentor, Senior Hydrogeologist Femi Baiyewun. I participated in the design of seepage collection and dewatering systems, reviewed and reported on groundwater geochemistry results, performed core logging and coordinated consultants and contractors for various projects. It was an unbelievable opportunity to be a part of Syncrude’s giant oil sands operation. From driving atop the second largest dam in the world (Syncrude Tailings Dam) to watching giant shovels mine the sticky black sand that would be made into as much as 350,000 barrels of oil per day, it was an unforgettable experience.
For my final term, I returned to the environmental consulting industry. I worked at XCG Consultants Ltd. in Kitchener, where I was provided with a great mix of office and field work. For example, I performed field work to obtain groundwater chemistry data, which was then interpreted back at the office to track the progress of in-situ chemical oxidation for the remediation of TCE at various sites across Southern Ontario. Being a part of projects involving in-situ chemical oxidation was a great opportunity, as it is still an emerging technology and is not practiced by every firm.From these terms, I have gained a variety of work experience, and now have a well rounded resume and a great list of contacts for employment upon graduation. At each company, I was praised for my technical knowledge and project management skills, a direct result of the Science and Business program. I have found Science and Business: Hydrogeology Specialization to be a well rounded program that has provided me with the skills necessary for a rewarding career. I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in learning about the geosciences and wishes to apply them in a workplace environment specifically from a project management position. •
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A Little Bit about SBSA...Extracurricular activities don’t end with Grade 12!
At the University of Waterloo, it doesn’t matter what program of study you are enrolled in, there will be a student organization to support you. In the case of the
Science and Business programs, it is the Science and Business Students’ Association, also known as SBSA.
The SBSA at Waterloo serves the purpose of maintaining a student network, and hosts several fun events each term. In the past, some of the events hosted included billiard hall nights, casino night “Vine & Cheese,” and the Raptors game. At the same time, the SBSA had traditionally taken on the role of professional development in organizing an annual Science and Business Conference.
The 2009 Conference titled “Fusion: The Economy of the Future,” was a one day conference that had speakers from fields ranging from accounting, medicine, engineering, alternative energy. They, along with science and business alumni, provided
By: Henry Hsu Vice President of SBSA
2009 SBSA Executives Smile for the Camera
delegates with a future outlook on these industries. It was a very worthwhile day for Science and Business students who had the opportunity to network with industry experts. Very appropriately named, the conference reflects the versatility of the Science and Business programs, where students have the business aptitude and science background to succeed in a wide variety of career opportunities. The Fusion 2010 Conference, currently being planned, is titled “Sustainability: Success for Today and Tomorrow,” giving students much to anticipate for the winter term of 2010. By joining SBSA you can be part of the many events we hold and you can contribute within the SciBus community!
When I was in my first year, I showed my interest in getting involved, and signed up for SBSA. The executives of the SBSA team were happy to give me a position as Events Co-ordinator.This just goes to show that there are plenty of opportunities around campus if you are looking to get involved.
Students taking in the 2009 Fusion conference
Though balancing extracurricular activities with a university workload may seem like a daunting task, getting involved with clubs and associations like SBSA is a great way to put spare time to good use. This will help in developing a professional who is able to meet the challenges of the future. •
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Accomplishments and Resources2009 Suncor Energy Emerging Leader AwardTiffney Hill and Rutab Asif Khan
In 2006 Petro-Canada (now known as Suncor Energy) created their Emerging Leaders Awards to help address Canada’s growing labour needs. The awards are given to students who specialize in the following fields: engineering, geology, trades and technology, geophysics, environmental earth sciences and business. Currently Suncor Energy has included four schools, McGill University, the University of Waterloo, the University of Calgary, and the University of Alberta in the program.
The award is given to first year or second year students and continues until graduation. The award is conditional on meeting annual requirements. Suncor Energy also supports awardees by providing them with presentations, mentorships, co-op work opportunities, along with other initiatives developed in conjuction with the respective university.
Each year two Science and Business students are awarded $10 000 scholarships over four years to recognize their current achievements and bright futures. The 2009 recipients were Tiffney Hill and Rutab Asif Khan.
Lastest PublicationProfessor Memon’s latest publication is in the British Columbian based Asian Profile. The Asian Profile is an “International Journal which is devoted exclusively to multidisciplinary study of Asian affairs.” The article titled, “Military Intervention in Pakistan’s Politics: Praetorianism, the Weak- Rentier State and Religion” was published in October 2009.
Science and Business Resource CenterThe Science and Business Resource Center is here for our students. We will be there every step of your academic career to ensure you have the most enjoyable experience at the University of Waterloo. The Science and Business Resource Center along with the Ambassadors help students not just academically but help foster personal development. The Resource Center is responsible for publishing the scibus.ca magazines and there is a computer available for students to use. The Resource Center also subscribes world leading publications such as Harvard Business Review, Economist, Forbes and Fortune. Students can sign out these publications to help them with their business case analysis. We are located at ESC 254D and our doors are always open for you!
The top three pieces of advice from current 1st year students to prospective students: 1.Don’t Study on the Day of Exam2. Make a schedule for your work and STICK TO IT!3. Read into the specific programs at University of Waterloo.
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Have a question? Ask our Student Ambassadors!
Established in 2005, the Science and Business Ambassadors are a group of volunteers working in association with the Science and Business Resource Centre. The Science and
Business Ambassadors are in various years of their programs of Science and Business (with various specializations), Biotechnology and Economics, or Biotechnology and Chartered Accountancy. Through this mentoring initiative, we have bridged the gap between the three programs as well as hosted a variety of valuable events for our students. Some of our events have included Tutorial Sessions, Presentation Skills Workshop, Networking Workshop, Study Skills Workshop, Resume Critiquing etc. The ambassadors hold an annual alumni dinner in which
current third and fourth year students can network with alumni and maintain valuable contacts. The ambassadors act as high school liason officers going to a wide range of high schools in Ontario. We promote the Science and Business Program and answer any questions that prospective students may have about life at Waterloo. The ambassadors were also present for the Science Open House as student volunteers. Our goal will continue to focus on enhancing the Science and Business program by making connections between prospective students, current students and alumni.
If you would like to contact an Ambassador please email us at [email protected].•
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Program OutlinesScience and Business
The following pages will give you a snapshot of some of the courses you will be taking during your first year at the University of Waterloo. The Science and Business program offers you the flexibility to pursue professional schools, for example in law, pharmacy or medicine. However, it also gives you strong business foundation along with the science background.We have 8 specializations within our Science and Business program. For the most up to date version please visit our website at www.scibus.uwaterloo.ca and click on Academic Information and follow the 2010 program outlines.
The Science and Business program offers a very diverse mix of courses. Depending on your specialization, you can combine these science courses along with a wide variety of business courses such as micro-economics, marketing, macro-economics, human resources, organizational behaviour.
Courses in Your First YearScience and Business*
Fall Term (September to December
AFM 131 - Introduction to Business North AmericaMATH 127 -Calculus 1 for Sciences ECON 101- MIcroeconomics* / Core Science Elective* /Free Elective*SCBUS 123 - Science and Business Workshop 1CHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical PropertiesCHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical Properties Laboratory
Winter Term (January to April)
MATH 128 - Calculus 2 for Sciences*/Science Elective*CS 115 - Introduction to Computer ScienceCHEM 123 - Chemical Reactions/Equilibria and KineticsCore Science Elective*/ECON 102 - Macroeconomics*SCBUS 122 - Management of Business OrganizationsCore Science Elective*
Some upper year courses are*
Business FinanceEnvironmental and Natural Product BiochemistryMarketingFermentation BioprocessingBiochemistry ThermodynamicsQuantum PhysicsHuman Resources ManagementOrganizational BehaviourEnvironmental Microbiology Organic ChemistryStructure and BondingHuman PhysiologyHydrologyMolecular Biotechnology
* Courses vary depending on your specializations
* Courses vary depending on your specializations
Eight Specializations to choose from:
BiologyBiochemistryBiotechnologyChemistryEnvironmental SciencesHydrogeologyPhysicsNon Major
Current first year Students in their SCIBUS 123 workshop.
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Courses in Your First YearScience and Business*
Fall Term (September to December
AFM 131 - Introduction to Business North AmericaMATH 127 -Calculus 1 for Sciences ECON 101- MIcroeconomics* / Core Science Elective* /Free Elective*SCBUS 123 - Science and Business Workshop 1CHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical PropertiesCHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical Properties Laboratory
Winter Term (January to April)
MATH 128 - Calculus 2 for Sciences*/Science Elective*CS 115 - Introduction to Computer ScienceCHEM 123 - Chemical Reactions/Equilibria and KineticsCore Science Elective*/ECON 102 - Macroeconomics*SCBUS 122 - Management of Business OrganizationsCore Science Elective*
Program OutlinesBiotechnology/Chartered Accountancy
Courses in Your First Year Biotechnology/ CA
Fall Term (September to December)
AFM 101- Core Concepts of Accounting InformationAFM 131- ManagementBIOL 130 - Introductory Cell BiologyBIOL 140 - Fundamentals of MicrobiologyBIOL 140L - Fundamentals of Microbiology Laboratory CHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical Properties of MatterCHEM 120L - Physical and Chemical Properties Laboratory
Winter Term (January to April)
AFM 102 - Introduction to Managerial AccountingBIOL 139 - GeneticsBIOL 241 - Introduction to Applied MicrobiologyCHEM 123 - Chemical Reactions, Equilibria and KineticsCHEM 123L - Chemical Reactions, Equilibria and Kinetics Laboratory ECON 101 - Introduction to MicroeconomicsMATH 109- Mathematics for Accounting
Courses in Your First Year Biotechnology/ Economics
Fall Term (September to December)
BIOL 130 - Introductory Cellular BiologyBIOL 140 - Fundamentals of MicrobiologyBIOL 140L - Fundamentals of Microbiology LaboratoryCHEM 120 - Physical and Chemical PropertiesCHEM 120L - Physical and Chemical Properties LaboratorySCBUS 123 - Science and Business Workshop 1
Winter Term (January to April)
BIOL 139 - GeneticsBIOL 241 - Introduction to Applied MicrobiologyCHEM 123 - Chemical Reactions, Equilibria and KineticsCHEM 123L - Chemical Reactions, Equilibria and Kinetics LaboratoryCS 115 - Introduction to Computer ScienceECON 101 - MicroeconomicsECON 102 - Macroeconomics
The Biotechnology/Economics program is designed for students who have a passion for science but will also give you sufficient courses to be well versed in economics. This program will give you career opportunities in the biotech-nology and pharmaceutical industries, in techno ecoomics, new product evaluation, and also economic forecasting.
Some upper year courses are
EconometricsMacroeconomics Theory 2Business FinanceMicroeconomics Theory 2Statistics for EconomistsAnimal Cell BiotechnologyBioinformaticsAdvanced Cellular BiologyAnalytical Methods In Molecular BiologyPrinciples of Molecular BiologyMicroorganims in Food
The Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy program is a one-of-a -kind program. The program is designed for students who will want to become professional accoun-tants but have extensive knowledge in the biotechnology industry to serve that particular client base. This is a very highly competitive program in which only around 10 to 12 students are admitted per year. Upon successful comple-tion of this program (with a minimum of 75 average) students are eligible to continue their studies in the Master in Accounting program, preparing you for the Chartered Accountant final qualifying examination, the uniform final evaluation (UFE).
Some upper year courses are
Molecular BiotechnologyFermentationTaxationIntroduction to Professional PracticeManagerial FinanceBusiness StrategyProfessional Ethics for Financial ManagersBusiness Ethics
Program OutlinesBiotechnology/Economics
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