Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – September 19, 24, October 1 & 2, 2022

Online/Virtual Event

Workshop Overview: This 4-day workshop (24-hour) consists of teaching practice, theory application, and topical sessions specifically relevant to Teaching Assistants and Graduate Students at UBC. During the workshop you will teach 3 short lessons and receive feedback from your peers. You will work closely with peers and trained facilitators (who are themselves UBC graduate students). […]

Free

The Black Male Initiative Kickoff

Simon K. Y. Lee Global Lounge and Resource Centre 2205 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

If you’re a Black male student, drop by the Global Lounge to learn about the Black Male Initiative, which offers a safe space to connect to other Black male students on campus, as well as resources and support. Register to attend and receive event updates: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0k8RtrYOY2q6cEC About the kickoff event: Meet fellow students who identify as […]

Employer On-Campus Info Session: Visier

Chemical and Biological Engineering Building (CHBE) 2360 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Event description Get to know what building a career at Visier is like — and what turning your co-op into a career means. Join Visier Info Night on Tuesday, September 20th to get the inside scoop on co-op and career opportunities at Visier.   This event is targeted to UBC students majoring in STEM.   […]

Resume & Cover Letter – Learn to Effectively Tailor Your Job Application

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Get your resume ready and learn to effectively tailor your application to a particular job posting that highlights your achievements. If possible, bring a draft of your resume and/or cover letter. https://ubc.zoom.us/j/61146918099?pwd=WEZRRG9Da2ZEVFliZk5BQk8xaUZZQT09 Meeting ID: 611 4691 8099 Passcode: 12345 Find your local number: https://ubc.zoom.us/u/gy4npnHh2

Common Academic Expressions in English: Basic Functions

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Did you know that 40% of language production in English is formulaic, that is, made up of common expressions? However, producing effective writing in English can be challenging for many non-native writers of English. The good news is, these formulaic expressions can be learned. This workshop is designed for those who speak English as an […]