In partnership between Hillel, the Brothers of The AEPi Chapter of Vancouver, and Chabad UBC, join us for The Reading of The Names of those who were murdered in the Holocaust. We will be meeting at Hillel at 5:00pm and walking over to the fountain at the main mall, the reading of the names will […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
The lululemon team will be coming to our UBC campus on January 31, 2024! Location: UBC Life Building + Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm There are limited spots available. Please RSVP for the events through the links below: lululemon Career Day: Recruitment Booths 11:00am - 3:00pm | UBC Life Building Concourse […]
Rescheduled from Jan 17. J.S. Bach’s monumental Orgelbüchlein (BWV 599−644) is a collection of 46 Lutheran chorale preludes for organ, spanning the entire traditional liturgical year. As Bach composed these various chorale preludes mainly throughout his Weimar appointment from 1708-1717, the Orgelbüchlein is a showcase of his development as a composer through this early period […]
Virtual Information Session Interviewing can be stressful to most job seekers, especially individuals that consider themselves an introvert! Join our team of seasoned recruiters for this interactive workshop to build your confidence and boost your overall interview skills. Attending Representatives: Angela Cheatley University Partnerships Lead Virtual Information Session Link: https://fdmgroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ymUNkGgQSDqW602GGl5DKQ
Long before Disney’s Cinderella, there was Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on Charles Perrault’s 1698 version of the classic fairy tale, Cendrillon finds our titular hero, whose real name is Lucette, aching to go to the ball. With the help of some magic, she is whisked away on a carriage and transformed into an unknown beauty. Will true love prevail before […]
Save-the-date Feb. 1–3 (Thu–Sun) | In-person Conference | UBC Robson Square | Vancouver, BC Audience: family physicians, geriatricians, hospitalists, mental health professionals, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, residential care specialists, residents and medical students. Overview: This three-day intensive course provides an exclusive small group learning opportunity for practitioners looking to acquire practical skills that can be immediately applied in […]
Marie (Mariette) Rozen Doduck was born in Brussels, Belgium, in 1935. She immigrated to Canada in 1947 as a war orphan with three of her siblings and settled in Vancouver. She is actively involved in Holocaust education and is a cofounder of the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre. Dr. Lauren Faulkner Rossi has taught modern German […]
Long before Disney’s Cinderella, there was Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on Charles Perrault’s 1698 version of the classic fairy tale, Cendrillon finds our titular hero, whose real name is Lucette, aching to go to the ball. With the help of some magic, she is whisked away on a carriage and transformed into an unknown beauty. Will true love prevail before […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Visit Hillel BC from January 29 - February 2, 2024 to visit the Yad Vashem Exhibit, Shoa: How Was It Humanly Possible? The exhibition deals with major historical aspects of the Holocaust, beginning with Jewish life in pre-Holocaust Europe and ending with the liberation of Nazi concentration and extermination camps across the continent and the […]
Click “Register Now” to apply for the Teaching Practicum. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email after application closes. Application closes on November 8. What is the Graduate Teaching Practicum? The next Graduate Teaching Practicum cohort will start in November 2023. In order to apply: […]
Save-the-date Feb. 2–3 (Fri–Sun) |Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue, Vancouver, BC | In-person Conference Audience: pediatricians, endocrinologists, specialists, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, residents and medical students. Overview: Mark your calendars for the upcoming in-person pediatric diabetes conference. We continue to tailor the agenda to incorporate the new treatment approaches and new technology while actively developing a […]
Join us for a Shabbat Dinner, where we will pay tribute to the resilience and strength of Holocaust Survivors. This event promises to be a heartfelt gathering where cherished guests, survivors of an indelible chapter in history, will be honored. we’re creating an atmosphere of love, appreciation, and solidarity as we honor these remarkable individuals […]
Join us for an exciting evening of volleyball action as the UBC Thunderbirds Men's and Women's teams take on Trinity Western University in an epic match-up, while dedicating the evening to celebrating pride! Pride Night is a great opportunity for us to celebrate the inclusive environment at UBC and to celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ pride. For this annual event we […]
Long before Disney’s Cinderella, there was Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on Charles Perrault’s 1698 version of the classic fairy tale, Cendrillon finds our titular hero, whose real name is Lucette, aching to go to the ball. With the help of some magic, she is whisked away on a carriage and transformed into an unknown beauty. Will true love prevail before […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Visit Hillel BC from January 29 - February 2, 2024 to visit the Yad Vashem Exhibit, Shoa: How Was It Humanly Possible? The exhibition deals with major historical aspects of the Holocaust, beginning with Jewish life in pre-Holocaust Europe and ending with the liberation of Nazi concentration and extermination camps across the continent and the […]
Welcome back to UBC Botanical Garden's Lunar New Year market celebrating the year of the dragon! We've expanded our market to feature over 30 local makers, artists, crafters and food trucks. UBC Botanical Garden will also offer fresh flowers, dried floral arrangements and potted plants for sale. We welcome back UBC Kung Fu Club to show us their exciting lion […]
Long before Disney’s Cinderella, there was Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on Charles Perrault’s 1698 version of the classic fairy tale, Cendrillon finds our titular hero, whose real name is Lucette, aching to go to the ball. With the help of some magic, she is whisked away on a carriage and transformed into an unknown beauty. Will true love prevail before […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]
Welcome back to UBC Botanical Garden's Lunar New Year market celebrating the year of the dragon! We've expanded our market to feature over 30 local makers, artists, crafters and food trucks. UBC Botanical Garden will also offer fresh flowers, dried floral arrangements and potted plants for sale. We welcome back UBC Kung Fu Club to show us their exciting lion […]
Long before Disney’s Cinderella, there was Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on Charles Perrault’s 1698 version of the classic fairy tale, Cendrillon finds our titular hero, whose real name is Lucette, aching to go to the ball. With the help of some magic, she is whisked away on a carriage and transformed into an unknown beauty. Will true love prevail before […]
Walk for Joy (formerly Walkabout) is a 9 week walking, rolling and physical activity challenge designed to get people moving and reduce sedentary time. This challenge is open to all UBC students, staff, faculty, and community members. A large emphasis is placed on being social while completing physical activity, so find a friend to get […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Register today for an online information session about the UBC Master of Health Leadership and Policy (MHLP) degree and how it can empower you to move ahead professionally and make a difference in your health care sector. This online presentation and question-and-answer session is for clinicians […]
Immerse yourself in the frontier of medical advancements with our UBC wide online panel dedicated to cellular and gene therapies. Join leading experts in the field from across the Faculties of Applied Sciences, Dentistry, Medicine, and Pharmaceutical Sciences as they unravel the potential of these therapies in treating various diseases. From groundbreaking research to real-world […]
This workshop will cover an assortment of digital exhibit and storytelling tools such as Omeka, Scalar, static site generators (CollectionBuilder and Wax), and narrative tools such as Timeline.js and Storymaps from Knight Lab. At the end of this session, participants will be able to: List common tools and what they might be useful for Identify […]
Are you ready to deepen your understanding of disability awareness and inclusion in the workplace? Join this interactive virtual workshop developed specifically for Faculty of Medicine faculty and staff members by postdoctoral fellow, Dr. Jon Breen.
Online These sixty minute, weekly sessions – facilitated by Technologists and Pedagogy Experts from the CTLT – are designed for faculty and staff at UBC who are using, or thinking about using, Generative AI tools as part of their teaching, researching, or daily work. Each session is broken into 3 parts. First, a weekly insights […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Register today for an online information session about the UBC Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) degree and how it can empower you to move ahead professionally and make a difference in your industry. This online presentation and question-and-answer session is for engineers, architects, planners and technical […]
New two-part virtual conference — designed for busy clinicians Feb. 7 (Wed) and March 5 (Tue) | 6–8 p.m. and 6–8:30 p.m. PST | Virtual Conference Audience: health professionals interested in improving their practice and day-to-day work-life balance, family physicians, specialists, especially those early in their careers, as well as residents and medical students. Overview: Tune in to this new […]
This seminar is a follow-up to the recently published study in the BMJ on the effect of opioid and stimulant Risk Mitigation Guidance dispensations on mortality (Slaunwhite et al., BMJ 2024;384:e076336). This seminar is aimed at care providers and will be led by Dr. Bohdan Nosyk, who will answer pre-submitted and live questions on the analysis […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Just announced Nov. 2, Dec. 7 (Thursdays) | 8–9 a.m. PT | Rounds Audience: rural health professionals and urban physicians supporting rural communities. Overview: Each session will include a didactic presentation, relevant case studies and time for Q&A. Dates & Topics Nov. 2| Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in the Rural Setting by Dr. Pamela Kryskow Dec. 7 | Managing Young Febrile Infants in […]
Join us for the 2024 Indigenous Health Administration and Leadership Program information session! Learn about the IHALP certificate program that is designed to support Indigenous organizations and communities to build strength-based, holistic programming that promotes health and well being. Learn about Indigenous communities and their own measures for success and unique cultural and geographical needs. […]
Do you have questions and challenges about creating meaningful and successful learning experiences for your students? Maybe you want help in the process of teaching your course in online, hybrid or blended modes. Request a virtual one on one course consultation with a Learning Designer to explore ways to enhance your students’ learning experience. This […]
This in-person session focuses on how faculty can use various GenAI tools, including CoPilot, ChatGPT, Eduaide, Elicit, Gem, and Dall-E 3, for creating effective teaching materials. It will provide practical insights into applying these technologies for designing case studies, rubrics, scenarios, discussion questions, and lesson plans, emphasizing their role in enhancing the quality and interactivity […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Speaker: Dr. Sasha Wagner, Assistant Professor, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute In the deep ocean persists an enigmatic class of organic compounds that are presumed to have a condensed aromatic structure, are biologically unreactive, and are broadly termed “black carbon”. In the dissolved phase, black carbon comprises ~2% of the total […]
Are you a foundational scientist wanting to collaborate on a research project with a clinician? In this meeting and networking session, you will learn from researchers who have achieved successful partnerships between foundational scientists and clinicians, on how to initiate new collaborations to advance your precision health and translational medicine research. The meeting will consist […]
UBC's Decision Insights for Business & Society (UBC-DIBS) is excited to announce our 2023-2024 Behavioural Insights Seminar Series featuring an exciting set of researchers and practitioners sharing their field and lab projects using the behavioural and decision sciences to "nudge for good". Register to attend at https://bit.ly/DIBSseminars. Join us on select Fridays at 1-2pm Pacific […]
Presented by the Centre for Cinema Studies and Cinema Thinks the World, the Critical Thinkers Series features research talks by notable and emerging scholars in cinema and media studies. Next up in the series is a talk by Gabrielle Berry, “: Read/Listening to Sound and Music On Screen”. All are welcome and there is no […]
Registration now open Feb. 10–11 (Sat–Sun) | BC Women's Hospital, Vancouver, BC Audience: family physicians, midwives. Overview: Our interprofessional faculty will review core content and facilitate hands-on skills development in workshops to help you be ready for your entry into the OR as a surgical assist learner. Participants will be supported to develop competency in the role of […]
UBC Theatre and Film presents TomorrowLove, a captivating blend of heart and humour exploring futuristic love directed by Camyar Chaichian and Ming Hudson, featuring the talents of UBC student actors and designers. TomorrowLove takes place in a near-future world where technological evolution and human connection collide. An office-worker catfishes a colleague with a new dating […]
Save-the-date Feb. 10 (Sat) | 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. PST | Virtual Conference Audience: family physicians, internists, hospitalists, cardiologists, specialists, nurse practitioners, nurses, residents and medical students. Overview: In our 20th year, we are thrilled to announce our partnership with the UBC Division of Cardiology for the 2024 virtual conference. This event will feature essential updates on cardiovascular disease […]
This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]
UBC Bands Robert Taylor conductor Maggie Whiteman & Michael Witt graduate student conductors UBC Bands returns with an anthemic program featuring music by Eric Whitacre, John Mackey, Chen Yi, Roshanne Etezady and the majestic Symphony No. 1 “Lord of the Rings” by Johan de Meij! Full program CONCERT WINDS Alfred Reed Hounds of Spring Larry Daehn As Summer Was Just Beginning […]
This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]
From e-scooters to electric vehicles, individuals are moving towards electric transportation options. What are the barriers and opportunities for widespread adoption of these options? Amir Hassanpour, PhD Candidate in Transportation Engineering and Climate Solutions Scholar, will host Mirtha Gamiz and Werner Antweiler in a discussion around the electrification of mobility. Organized by Climate Solutions Research Collective. Part of Climate […]
A Climate Emergency Week booth featuring an interactive Climate Justice World Map, stickers, #ubcclimatelove chocolates, prize giveaways, and free registration passes for all Climate Emergency Week events. Stop by outside Blue Chip Café to meet our team of climate organizers and learn how you can help foster a culture of engagement and advocacy on climate […]
Summer Work Learn jobs will be posted from March 11 to 24 right here on CareersOnline in the "Jobs" section. Summer roles run from May until end of August allowing eligible students to work 20 hours per week, for a max of 300 hours over the Summer. At this 30-minute workshop, come and learn the […]
Everyone who is using Zotero or thinks they might like to use Zotero is welcome at this workshop. During this session, participants will: Learn the best ways to use Zotero to keep all of your citations in order throughout your research; Gain tips and tricks to get the most out of Zotero and your citation management tracking […]
How do you talk about the climate? How does language empower climate action? Join us for an interactive workshop exploring how to broaden the distribution of climate messaging beyond existing advocates and take an audience-first approach. This event is held in partnership with ClimaTalk, a youth-led NGO with members in 30+ countries that seeks to […]
The Supercharging Your Resume workshop will provide an opportunity for UBC Engineering and Computer Science students to receive tips and advice on the Tesla application process and resume customization. Following the presentation, students are encouraged to ask questions in a casual Q+A. Target Audience: Engineering students and Computer Science students Host: Kyle Liechty Senior Talent Partner | Recruiting – […]
Recent years have seen rising concerns about housing affordability in Canada, spurring policy debates at the federal, provincial and municipal level. In this context, academic researchers have increasingly sought out reliable housing data. The presentation will introduce three sources of housing data at Statistics Canada – The Canadian Housing Statistics Program (CHSP), the Canadian Housing Survey (CHS) and the Census of Population. Presenters […]
You need data to make good decisions – but where do you find it? Learn which tools track growing industries, search by in-demand skills, and research which roles relate to the knowledge and skills you developed during your degree.
A pop-up Let’s Choose to Reuse engagement booth! Bring your own mug for FREE hot chocolate, enter a raffle to win a reusable mug, and spin the wheel to test your sustainability knowledge! Stop by to learn more about creating a circular economy! Organized by Sustainability Ambassadors. Part of Climate Emergency Week.
With 1 million animal and plant species threatened with extinction and over 40% of insect species in decline, it is more important than ever to develop sustainable practices and habits to protect our environment. This hands-on workshop will explore the interconnections between sustainable food, climate change and insect biodiversity. During this workshop, you will be […]
Camp Goodtimes is a program offered by the Canadian Cancer Society. We provide summer camp experiences and year round programming at no cost to children and families that have been affected by childhood cancer in BC & the Yukon. Every summer we hire a small staff team to run camp programs, but the majority of […]
Cohosted by UBC’s Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (Blusson QMI) and Advanced Nanofabrication Facility (ANF), the inaugural event of the 2024 Unboxing Quantum Series: Navigating the Nanoscale for Novel Applications takes place virtually from 10:00 to 11:00am (PT) on February 14, 2024. Featuring speakers active in both academia and industry, the panel is an opportunity for […]
Join a team volunteers organized by AMS Sustainability to learn about what recycling, food waste, and landfill items fall into the sorting stations inside of the Nest. This waste audit provides a hands-on opportunity for students to help UBC progress towards a zero-waste community. Data collected from this audit will allow the AMS to identify […]
Online These sixty minute, weekly sessions – facilitated by Technologists and Pedagogy Experts from the CTLT – are designed for faculty and staff at UBC who are using, or thinking about using, Generative AI tools as part of their teaching, researching, or daily work. Each session is broken into 3 parts. First, a weekly insights […]
The UBC Department of Surgery Grand Rounds is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. These rounds are typically scheduled on the second Wednesday every month during the academic year (September to June), from 7 am to 8 am, and are […]
Registration now open Feb. 14 (Wed) | 8–9 a.m. PDT | Webinar Audience: emergency physicians, family physicians, rurally based physicians and specialists. Overview: Join a quarterly provincial rounds series for health professionals, health administrators and IT colleagues to explore transformative, technology-enabled healthcare delivery. Discuss the risks, benefits and considerations for adopting technology to support patient-centered care. Up to […]
A dialogue on learning and unlearning guided by the following questions: In what ways can we learn and unlearn the lens and narratives we utilize towards addressing climate justice and climate solutions? And how can we reflect upon the existing colonial structures that exist in academia regarding climate justice and sustainability? With speakers Dr. Jo-ann Archibald and Dr. […]
A pop-up Let’s Choose to Reuse engagement booth! Bring your own mug for FREE hot chocolate, enter a raffle to win a reusable mug, and spin the wheel to test your sustainability knowledge! Stop by to learn more about creating a circular economy! Organized by Sustainability Ambassadors. Part of Climate Emergency Week.
Interested in sustainable food but don’t know where to start? In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of growing your own herbs! Discover yummy recipes, learn fun facts, and win prizes. All supplies provided for your herb garden kit! Organized by Campus + Community Planning. Part of Climate Emergency Week.
The Climate Venture Studio is for UBC researchers, scientists and founders working on scientific or technological innovations, or disruptions that tackle a widespread climate issue. Join a panel event featuring entrepreneurship@UBC Venture Studio founders on the process of bringing climate research to industry, and developing innovations at UBC. Followed by Q&A and a networking session. […]
As people and goods move around the world, so do other organisms, sometimes intentionally and sometimes by accident. These organisms can become established in new areas and may be out of balance with the local ecosystem. The Beaty Biodiversity Museum holds a record of changes in biodiversity, including these types of events. Artist, Eden Zinchik […]
Join us for a celebration of community at Climate Fest! Discover the amazing work being done by students, faculty, and staff in response to the climate emergency, meet community businesses and organizations, or take a break at the Pot-a-Plant zone. Low-sensory hour from 11am to 12pm to accommodate a safe and calming environment for neurodivergent […]
Learn the best ways to look for work online and in-person, and decide which strategies will help you to access the hidden job market.
The Association of Canadian Archivists Student Chapter at the University of British Columbia (ACA@UBC) is pleased to present its 15th annual conference — Archives and the Environment: Land, Colonialism, and the Climate Crisis. This event will be held virtually on Zoom on Friday, February 16th, 2024, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (PST). Through virtual discussions and presentations, […]
Enhancing Marine Conservation through Adaptive Management in the Northern Shelf Bioregion MPA Network: Insights from a Commercial Fisherman Speaker: Fraser McDonald, Commercial Fisherman and IOF Adjunct Faculty member This seminar explores the perspective of a small-scale commercial fisherman operating within the Northern Shelf Bioregion in British Columbia regarding the implementation of static conservation models in […]
Online This workshop is online. To attend the workshop in-person, register for in-person on February 13 from 2-4 pm. A teaching philosophy statement is a self-reflective document that describes your beliefs, values, and assumptions about teaching. This statement is a living document that evolves and changes alongside your teaching practice. The experiences you choose to feature (and […]
Art, Culture, Music and More! Don't miss the annual Kids Take Over UBC Family Day Festival on Sunday, February 18, from 10am-4pm. Join 20+ campus partners in their venues for fun, family-friendly activities: - Live music and dance performances - Storytelling in multiple languages - Cultural crafts and STEM workshops - Garden walks - Gallery […]
To register, please click “register now” to fill out an application. Please Note: Adhering to physical distancing and other public health requirements, the Faculty ISW format is subject to change. We will maintain a clear focus on ensuring high-quality online, and when possible, in-person instruction. This approach is based on the current guidelines and direction […]
This is an introductory workshop for Kaltura. For advanced workshops click here. Kaltura is a media platform where you and your students can create, store, and share multimedia content in Canvas. Join us for this one-hour introduction to Kaltura, where we will also delve into the latest features available in the new Kaltura cloud environments. In […]
Online Active learning techniques are now seen as the gold standard in many classrooms (Freeman et al., 2014; Shi et al., 2019; Tutal & Yazar, 2022). To make room for interactive classrooms, many instructors have moved their content online. The shift to online education has been sharply accelerated by the recent COVID-19 pandemic (Pokhrel et […]
Online These sixty minute, weekly sessions – facilitated by Technologists and Pedagogy Experts from the CTLT – are designed for faculty and staff at UBC who are using, or thinking about using, Generative AI tools as part of their teaching, researching, or daily work. Each session is broken into 3 parts. First, a weekly insights […]
To register, please click “register now” to fill out an application. Please Note: Adhering to physical distancing and other public health requirements, the Faculty ISW format is subject to change. We will maintain a clear focus on ensuring high-quality online, and when possible, in-person instruction. This approach is based on the current guidelines and direction […]
Learn the basics of using Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration. Git is widely used version control software that tracks changes to a group of files, referred to as a repository. GitHub is a popular website for hosting and sharing Git repositories, making it easier to collaborate and share your work. Together, Git and GitHub provide a […]
Industry disruptions and instability are now constant — as is the buzz word pivot. But when is the right time to change roles or switch industries? As equally important, how can we retain our core values in the process? Find out how to adapt yet remain resilient at this insightful career webinar. Whether you’re job […]
This Indigenous Speakers Series session brings together a panel of senior political representatives working across the four pillars of BC First Nations Health governance: the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), the First Nations Health Council (FNHC), the First Nations Health Directors Association (FNHDA), and the Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health (TCFNH). We will have […]
The Centre for Writing and Scholarly Communication (CWSC), Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (G+PS) and the Graduate Student Society invite research-based master’s students to an on-campus writing retreat. The in-person retreat includes an opening panel on strategies for fostering your scholarly identity, dedicated quiet time to write together and one-on-one writing consultations with the CWSC. We […]
To register, please click “register now” to fill out an application. Please Note: Adhering to physical distancing and other public health requirements, the Faculty ISW format is subject to change. We will maintain a clear focus on ensuring high-quality online, and when possible, in-person instruction. This approach is based on the current guidelines and direction […]
Online In this workshop, participants will learn about classroom climate through the What I Learned in Class Today project and what it means to go beyond “just integrating” content to what it means to hold discussions with care in the classroom and how this can make a supportive and safer learning experience for all students. […]
Do you have questions and challenges about creating meaningful and successful learning experiences for your students? Maybe you want help in the process of teaching your course in online, hybrid or blended modes. Request a virtual one on one course consultation with a Learning Designer to explore ways to enhance your students’ learning experience. This […]
To register, please click “register now” to fill out an application. Please Note: Adhering to physical distancing and other public health requirements, the Faculty ISW format is subject to change. We will maintain a clear focus on ensuring high-quality online, and when possible, in-person instruction. This approach is based on the current guidelines and direction […]
Registration now open Feb. 24 (Sat) | UBC Robson Square, Vancouver, BC | In-person Conference Audience: family physicians, specialists, hospitalists, internists, respirologists, nurse practitioners, residents and medical students. Overview: Stay informed with this comprehensive annual update hosted by the UBC Division of Respiratory Medicine. You'll discover the latest in respiratory medicine delivered by renowned local speakers. Our thoughtfully […]
Please note that registering on this page constitutes enrolment for the Inclusive Teaching: What is it and Why does it Matter Asynchronous Course. This week-long asynchronous course will go live on February 26, 2024 at 9:00 am. Register to pre-enrol. Enrol Now This lightly facilitated asynchronous course is for anyone who teaches at UBC and who is […]
Open House: Visit us on Zoom if you have questions or comments about Black Caucus Open to everyone RSVP
Afrocentric Lunch and Networking activities with prizes to grab: Place: Black Student Space Open to: Black Students, Staff, Community and Faculty members at UBC RSVP
Curious about using LinkedIn's tools or making sure your profile represents you well? Pop by this open Q&A with your questions about the social media of the professional world. We recommend attending our LinkedIn Workshop ahead of time, but it's not required.
Mendeley is a reference management tool that helps you build libraries of references and then add citations and bibliographies to word-processed documents. This workshop is meant for those using or considering Mendeley as a Citation Management tool. Attendees will learn to add, edit, and organize references; create bibliographies; manage PDF and use the Mendeley Papers […]
The Open UBC Working Group, which is composed of faculty, students, and staff, meets regularly to advise, communicate, and partner on open scholarship activities and projects happening at UBC. In addition to serving as a place of community for those interested in various areas of open scholarship, the working group develops projects and events and […]
This workshop offers an exploration of machine learning models for clustering and classification. With the increasing availability of large datasets, these models play a crucial role in extracting valuable insights and making informed decisions. In this workshop, participants will gain insight into clustering algorithms such as K-means, explore popular classification algorithms like decision trees, and […]
Online The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) uses systematic and methodological inquiry into teaching and learning (behaviours/practices, attitudes, and values) with the goal of improving teaching and learning by making findings public (Hutchings, & Shulman, 1999; Potter & Kustra, 2011). During this session, we will: Break down the definition of SoTL Explain how to […]
Discussion and dialogue featuring: Namaste Marsden, Masemtxoxw, BA, LLB, from the Wilp Gamlaxyeltxw, Lax Ganeda (Frog Clan). Harlan Pruden (nēhiyo/First Nations Cree), works with and for the Two Spirit community locally, nationally and internationally. Seraphine Munroe, Reconciliation Technical Representative at Nak'azdli Whuten and Indigenous Archaeological field Director from the Dakelh territory. Dr. Cash Ahenakew, member of […]
Online These sixty minute, weekly sessions – facilitated by Technologists and Pedagogy Experts from the CTLT – are designed for faculty and staff at UBC who are using, or thinking about using, Generative AI tools as part of their teaching, researching, or daily work. Each session is broken into 3 parts. First, a weekly insights […]
Are you working on a media project? Planning to produce video content for your course but don’t know where to start? UBC Studios is offering a drop-in media support session where professional media specialists are available to provide answers to your questions. If you are wondering: Where do I start? What resources are available on […]
Online Click “Register Now” to apply. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email by January 24, 2024. Application closes on January 12, 2024. At the end of the one-term course, you will be able to use concepts in evidence-based teaching to effectively teach a lesson […]
A time for Indigenous students, staff and faculty to take a wellness break by connecting with a Resolution Health Support Worker from the Indian Residential School Survivors Society and enjoying some refreshments.
About the talk While the extant literature has established the barriers to accessing care that transgender and gender diverse communities face, less attention has been paid to where gender-affirming care is provided and how geographically accessible it is. This talk focuses on a case study modeling access to gender-affirming hormone therapy in Texas, and looks […]
Registration now open Feb. 29–March 3, 2024 (Thu–Sun) | In-person Conference | Whistler, BC Audience: anesthesiologists, anesthetists, FPA/GPAs, anesthesia assistants (AAs), residents and medical students. Overview: Join us at one of the top anesthesia conferences in Canada, featuring some of the field’s premier experts delivering the latest science, best practices and newest innovations in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine. […]
Registration now open Feb. 29–March 2 (Thu–Sat) | 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. PST | Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown | Hybrid Conference Audience: family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, residents and medical students. Overview: This comprehensive review course offers an update of knowledge central to family medicine practice in rural and urban settings. Committed to addressing everyday practical […]
In this webinar, Eryn and Jorden, two First Nations women and early career health leaders, discuss their journeys throughout higher education in public health – moving from merely surviving within a western institution to thriving with the cultivation of strong, Indigenous networks. They will then discuss the realizations that led to their careers dismantling Indigenous-specific […]
Multi-access This CoP session will describe how the Social Impacts Lab Toolkit developed by the Centre for Community Engaged Learning was applied to a 4th year engineering design course to support student engagement with their community-based project partners. The session will include examples of lessons and assignments developed using the toolkit, as well as an […]
Looking to level up your public speaking skills? Join the UBC Staff Toastmasters Meetup! If you're looking to improve your public speaking and communication skills, boost your confidence, and connect with colleagues across campus, you are welcome to attend our next Toastmasters meeting on Thursday, Feb. 29 from 12:05 to 12:50 pm. We also gather […]
Practice answering tough questions, asking interviewers good questions, and get tips for how to prepare your stories in advance. Zoom link will be sent to participants that RSVP closer to the day of the event.
Are you working on an OER Fund project or developing and incorporating open educational resources (OER) into your teaching and learning? Do you have specific questions on how to format your OER to be accessible for all learners? Drop-in to an OER Accessibility studio to chat one on one with specialists about how to design or adapt […]
Speaker: Dr. Andres Cisneros Montemayor, Assistant Professor, SFU The "Blue Economy" is the most widely used term throughout ocean policy and development, but what does it actually mean? (Spoiler: whatever you need it to.) In this talk, I'll go through some of the history and current narratives about the Blue Economy, especially as it relates […]
Join the Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics for a JEDDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Decolonization, & Inclusion) Seminar on “Improving Marketplace Inclusion: Understanding the Experiences of Underrepresented Minority Consumers in Financial Services” by Maura Scott, Dr. Persis E. and Dr. Charles E. Rockwood Eminent Scholar in Marketing at Florida State University. Seminar abstract: Underrepresented […]
Eden is an award-winning Indigenous writer and storyteller from Kitamat, BC. She will be giving a reading from Son of a Trickster and talking about being an Indigenous author. All members of the UBC community are welcome. WHERE: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall, First Nations Longhouse TIME: 1:30 to 3 pm UBC’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences is […]
The UBC South Asia Research Colloquium offers a forum for specialists in South Asia to share their research in front of an interdisciplinary audience. This seminar features speaker Dr. Mrinalini Sinha (University of Michigan). "Complete Political Independence: The Curious Genealogy of a Nationalist Indian Demand" The Indian National Congress, the mainstream old anti-colonial political institution […]
This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]
Connecting Registered Healthcare Professionals with Employers Worldwide The Healthcare Job Fair is uniting registered professionals from across the spectrum of healthcare with some of the world’s premier healthcare organisations. As the world’s largest recruitment event series of its kind, it can help open the doors to the next chapter of your healthcare career—or help your […]
