UCalgary Blockchain Society

🎉 ZkSocial Kick-Off Event Recap!🎉 What an amazing start to the 2024-2025 academic year! 🚀 Our ZkSocial Kick-Off Event at The Den was a huge success with over 100 attendees, and we want to thank everyone who came and made it such a fantastic evening. 🙌 We enjoyed an insightful presentation from Emir Avci and Aleo, great conversations, and plenty of networking—all while enjoying delicious free cocktails and food🍸🍕 A huge thank you to Aleo and Bitget for sponsoring this event and making it possible for students. It was inspiring to see so many students come together. We’re just getting started, and there’s much more to come this year—stay tuned for more exciting events and opportunities! 🔗 Follow us on social media for more updates: https://lnkd.in/g6fv-Ny7 #UCBS #EventRecap #UofC #ZkSocial #Aleo #Bitget #Networking #KickOffSuccess

💼 Introducing the UCBS Bounty Team! 💼 We’re thrilled to present our dedicated Bounty Team, the driving force behind our blockchain/emergent tech research and project development initiatives at UCBS. This talented group is focused on solving real-world challenges through innovative solutions. These enthusiasts are working on exciting bounties that offer real-world experience and valuable rewards! Stay tuned as we share updates on their progress and how you can get involved in future bounties. #UCBS #BountyTeam #Innovation #TechTeam #Projects #RealWorldSolutions

🌟 Introducing the UCBS Executive Team for 2024-2025! 🌟 We’re excited to announce our Core team for the new academic year! These individuals are dedicated to driving UCBS forward, fostering innovation, and creating a vibrant community for all blockchain and emergent technology enthusiasts. Together, we’re ready to take UCBS to new heights this year. Join us in our upcoming exciting events, workshops, and networking opportunities as we kick off the 2024-2025 journey! #UCBS #UofC #NewTeam #2024to2025 #BlockchainCommunity #MeetTheTeam

🎉 ZkSocial Kick-Off Event with Aleo & Bitget! 🎉 Hey UCBS Community! We are back for the new academic year 2024-2025, and we’re excited to announce our kick-off event! Join us for our ZkSocial Kick-Off Event at The Den in MacEwan Student Hall on September 25th starting at 6 PM! 🚀 This is the perfect chance to connect with students, enjoy free cocktails and food, and hear from special guests from Aleo and Bitget! 🍸🍕 Don’t miss out on this exciting evening filled with networking, great conversations, and a fun atmosphere. 🔗 Register here: https://lu.ma/h7983eyg 📅 Date: September 25th 🕕 Time: 6 PM 📍 Location: The Den, MacEwan Student Hall Spaces are limited, so make sure to secure your spot today! #UCBS #ZkSocial #UofC #Aleo #Bitget #Networking #KickOffEvent

Join Alberta Special - Crypto Canadians X Space hosted by Blockchain North today!🌐 ⏰ Time: 3 PM to 4:30 PM MT / 5 PM to 6:30 PM ET 📍 Location: https://lnkd.in/gknmsvCv #Crypto #Blockchain #UCBS

🎉 $5,000 Scholarship Winner Announcement! 🎉 Hi there UCBS community, We are thrilled to announce the winner of our #POAP UCBS scholarship! With over 300 entries, the response has been incredible, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated and supported this initiative. 🏆 The winning wallet address is: 0xE5FA1d2F5FF2ABdD4d571Da419B4154c9424f9e2 If you own this wallet address, please reach out to us via email at [email protected] to claim your scholarship. 🙏 Apologies for the late announcement – collecting all the wallet addresses took longer than expected. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we worked through the process. Thank you once again to all who participated! Stay tuned for more exciting opportunities and events from the UCBS community in the upcoming academic year! #UCBS #UofC #BlockchainEducation #ScholarshipWinner

🚀 We are still hiring for 2024-2025 academic year 🌟 Are you ready to shape the future of blockchain at UCalgary? We are still looking to hire talented students to join our executive team, with positions starting in September 2024. This is your chance to lead the UCBS and make a significant impact in the fintech and blockchain communities. Available Roles: 1. Jr Core Team Member (Ops, Marketing, Internal): 📚 Receive a year-long mentorship from experienced Core Team members. 🔗 Gain invaluable insights into industry connections and networking. 🌱 Opportunity to advance to the Core Team after a successful term. 2. Graphic Designer: 🎨 Design cutting-edge marketing materials for both digital and physical media. 📸 Create social media posts, banners, and stickers, gaining exposure as your designs are showcased across various channels. 🖌️ Build a professional portfolio with impactful design projects. Why Join UCBS? 🚀 Experience a startup-like culture. ✨ Achieve significant career and personal growth. 👨💼 Network directly with leaders in fintech, blockchain, AI, and emerging tech. 🏦 Access valuable internship and full-time career opportunities. How to Apply: Ready to take on a role that will challenge and excite you? Complete the application form linked below: https://lnkd.in/gVqZ-wN8 We will get in touch with you soon! #UCBS #Blockchain #Fintech #Hiring #UofC

🎉 Exciting News for UCBS! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce our participation in the validator program by College DAO and Open Campus! By joining this program, we enhance our technical capabilities and connect with a network of universities and blockchain enthusiasts. This collaboration provides our members with hands-on experience, industry networking, and the chance to contribute to a secure blockchain ecosystem. Our involvement in the College DAO validator program reaffirms our commitment to providing top-tier learning experiences and positioning UCalgary at the forefront of blockchain innovation. Stay tuned for more updates! Check out the official announcement: https://lnkd.in/gX9ePsN9 Let’s #BuildTogether and make a lasting impact on the blockchain landscape! 🚀🔗 #UCalgaryBlockchain #CollegeDAO #OpenCampus

🤝 We are excited to announce our partnership with Blockchain Futurist Conference 🤝 We are excited to announce a new partnership with the Blockchain Futurist Conference, a leading annual event in the #blockchain and #emergingtechnologies sector. This collaboration aligns with our mission to bridge the gap between academia and industry, showcasing our commitment to keeping our community at the forefront of blockchain education and professional development 🚀 ✨ Exciting prospects from this partnership: - Educational Opportunities: Engage in workshops and talks that drive deeper understanding of blockchain technologies. - Networking: Connect with industry leaders and innovators from around the globe. Stay tuned for more updates in the future! #UCBS #FuturistConference #Blockchain #EmergingTechnologies #Partnership

🎉 Exciting News from the UCalgary Blockchain Society! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that we have won the #ThinkSui competition hosted by Thrive Protocol to make an impact at Sui Foundation, ranking in the top 12 out of 16,025 contributions! Our efforts have been rewarded with over $10,000 in total winnings. 🏆 🏅 Awards We Won: - Best of ThinkSui Award - Long Form Video for Content Creators (e.g., YouTube) - Best of ThinkSui Award - Long Form Written for Content Creators (e.g., Mirror/Substack/LinkedIn) A massive shout out to Ben West for reaching out and inviting us to compete. Your support and encouragement have been invaluable. 🙌 This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work of our president, Emir Avci. He has been the key to our success in this competition. Check out our winning projects here or link in out Bio: 1. https://lnkd.in/g9N4c9gK 2. https://lnkd.in/g9EXCtp5 #UCalgaryBlockchainSociety #ThinkSui #Sui #ThriveCoin #Blockchain #Crypto