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This Week at UBC – December 20 – 26, 2015

2015 is coming to a close, but there are still events happening on campus.


This Week at UBC – December 13 – 19, 2015

From learning about the Singing Revolution to sketching whale bones with an artist, there are still many events happening at UBC.


UBC Recreation Gladiator

UBC Recreation Gladiator

Looking for a challenge of mind, body and team? Prefer “unconventional” activities? Then come play with us at Gladiator! This event is filled with non-stop action, guaranteed laughter and the crowning of UBC’s very own Gladiator.


UBC Recreation Howl at the Moon Volleyball

UBC Recreation Howl at the Moon Volleyball

Pulling an all nighter has never been so much fun! Howl at the Moon Volleyball features a reverse 4s format (2 men, 2 women) and is perfect for those looking to test their team’s skills on the court.


Order of Omega UBC presents SONGFEST POP-arazzi HALL OF FAME

Order of Omega UBC presents SONGFEST POP-arazzi HALL OF FAME

Come join UBC Greeks on January 17th in all the fun and cheer for your favourite sororities, fraternities and small group performances as they dance and sing the night away. For the first time ever at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts on UBC campus… this annual sell-out is going to be bigger and better than ever!


UBC Recreation Free Week

UBC Recreation Free Week

UBC Recreation Free Week is a chance for new and returning students, staff and faculty, and the general public to try out any instructor-led classes in the SRC Studio, SRC Dojo, Ponderosa Studio, Aquatic Centre, and the Tennis Centre.


Whale Dreams Artist Talk

Whale Dreams Artist Talk

Hear from the artist of our current feature exhibition and explore her process, inspiration, and unbounded joy in the beauty of these underwater creatures.


(In)visible: The Spiritual World of Taiwan Through Contemporary Art

(In)visible: The Spiritual World of Taiwan Through Contemporary Art

MOA launched its Spotlight Taiwan Project in 2014, a new initiative that focuses on Taiwan’s complex and multicultural identity. MOA is now poised to host a highly anticipated exhibition of contemporary art from Taiwan, (In)visible: The Spiritual World of Taiwan Through Contemporary Art.


This Week at UBC – Dec 7 – Dec 11, 2015

This week there are events from Green College, the Allard Prize for International Integrity, and Wesbrook Village.


Winter Solstice Celebrations

Winter Solstice Celebrations

In recognition of arrival of the winter and renewal of the sun, Iranians have celebrated the Yalda Night since thousands of years ago. UBC Persian Club would like to present the Yalda Night celebration and is pleased to host an unforgettable night with variety of programs.


Faculty Cup 2016

Faculty Cup 2016

The insatiable rumors and word on the malls are true- Faculty Cup is back and bigger than ever! On January 29th, we’re rollin’ out the faculty colours and unleashing those friendly rivalries in UBC’s only faculty vs. faculty competition.


The Syrian Refugee Benefit Gala

The Syrian Refugee Benefit Gala

Join the Arab Students Association at UBC, International Relations Students Association (IRSA), STAND UBC, and the UBC Social Justice Centre for a benefit gala with proceeds towards Mosaic Charity Refugee Program, which will help integrate all incoming refugees into the Canadian community.


Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Conference 2016

Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research Conference 2016

MURC is a conference for UBC undergraduate students to showcase their research in front of their fellow UBC students, family, and friends. Researchers may choose one of two formats to showcase their research: presentation or poster.


Storm the Wall

Storm the Wall

Storm The Wall is the iconic event essential to the UBC experience. From Just For Fun teams, competitive teams or individual competitive participation, to spectating and attending the festivals – everyone can #getoverit! Registration ends by March 11.


Way Cool: Toxic sunflowers are way cool because…

Way Cool: Toxic sunflowers are way cool because…

Sunflowers may seem harmless, but amazingly, they can invade and wreak havoc on ecosystems. Want to learn more about chemical warfare in the plant world? Join Kate MacDonald and Kelly Borkowski, project volunteers in the Rieseberg lab, in our first Way Cool talk of 2016.


Drop-In Sketching Workshop

Drop-In Sketching Workshop

Inspired by our current exhibition on whale art? Experience a unique opportunity to sketch real whale bones alongside the artist of our Whale Dreams exhibition. All ages and abilities welcome.


Way Cool: Underwater sounds are way cool because…

Way Cool: Underwater sounds are way cool because…

The sea is a noisy place! Many fish communicate using sounds as well as visible displays. Marine biologist Dr. Abby Schwarz will present an overview of sounds in the sea, using recordings of sounds made by fishes, earthquakes, shipping, killer whales, and more.


Wesbrook Village Holiday Event and Craft Market

Wesbrook Village Holiday Event and Craft Market

Wesbrook Village is hosting a free holiday event and craft market!


Student Leadership Conference: #MakeHistory

Student Leadership Conference: #MakeHistory

The Student Leadership Conference (SLC) is one of Canada’s largest student-run conferences, taking place at the University of British Columbia every January. Through a series of inspiring speakers and interactive workshops, delegates are provided with resources to help them develop as leaders to thrive within the campus community. The SLC will be taking place Jan 9, 2016.


Opera Warriors

Opera Warriors

Set in northern China in the tumultuous early years of the 20th century, Opera Warriors follows the fates of three exceptionally gifted Peking Opera performers who study under the same martial arts master. After completing their rigorous training, the three artists join a theatrical troupe and seem destined for success, but love and jealousy intervene.


Fighting the Silence


Fighting the Silence

Fighting the Silence

“Fighting the Silence,’ produced by IFProductions, tells the story of ordinary Congolese women and men who are struggling to change their society. Rape survivors and their families speak out openly about the suffering they endured because their culture considers women second class citizens and rape a taboo.


This Week at UBC – Nov 29 – Dec 5, 2015

It’s the last week of classes and there are events covering everything from artisanal mining to freedom of speech.


Committing Acts of Journalism: Reporting in a Coercive State

Committing Acts of Journalism: Reporting in a Coercive State

Join Mohamed Fahmy as he speaks on maintaining professional responsibility while under the threat and reality of imprisonment.


One Day @ UBC: A Voluntary Union? An Examination of the Institution of Marriage

One Day @ UBC: A Voluntary Union? An Examination of the Institution of Marriage

Join Carrie Yodanis, PhD, to gain a sociological perspective on marriage, including being single and the pressure to marry, dating, hooking up, engagements, weddings, living together, same-sex marriage, infidelity, the division of housework, childrearing, divorce, and more.