Teaching with Teaching Assistants (For Faculty)

Online/Virtual Event

This event is part of the CTLT Summer Institute, taking place from August 22–25, 2022: https://institute.ctlt.ubc.ca/summer-institute/summer-institute-events/ Teaching Assistants (TA) play a significant role in students’ learning. They are often expected to teach in face-to-face classrooms, facilitate discussions, conduct tutorials and labs in-person and/or online, grade electronically submitted papers, and perform many other duties to assist […]

Curriculum discussion with Planet

Walter C. Koerner Library 1958 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

This event is part of a series being offered by the Planet team. More information about this series can be found at gis.ubc.ca. Join the Planet team for an open discussion on Planet in the classroom and introduction of Planet University. This conversation will be primarily for educators/instructors who want to use Planet resources in […]

Free
Event Series Indoor Plant Sale for UBC Students

Indoor Plant Sale for UBC Students

UBC Botanical Garden and Centre for Plant Research 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Looking to spruce up your dorm room in preparation for the new school year? Visit the Shop in the Garden at UBC Botanical Garden to take advantage of the student Indoor plant sale presented by the Friends of the Garden Volunteers! From August 17th – September 11th, 2022 UBC students showing a valid UBC Card […]

Thematic meeting with Planet

Walter C. Koerner Library 1958 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

This event is part of a series being offered by the Planet team. More information about this series can be found at https://gis.ubc.ca/carousel/planet-workshops-and-consultations-coming-in-august-2022/. Thematic meetings are designed to promote conversation on current or potential use of Planet imagery. We want to know how you are using or planning to use Planet imagery in your research […]

Free

Introduction to Teaching Online

Online/Virtual Event

This event is part of the CTLT Summer Institute, taking place from August 22–25, 2022: https://institute.ctlt.ubc.ca/summer-institute/summer-institute-events/ Are you new to teaching online? Getting your course ready before the start of the term can seem like a daunting task. To ensure your students achieve academic success, some of the things you’ll need to be able to […]

Writing a Mindful, Learner-Centred and Inclusive Syllabus

Online/Virtual Event

This event is part of the CTLT Summer Institute, taking place from August 22–25, 2022: https://institute.ctlt.ubc.ca/summer-institute/summer-institute-events/ Your syllabus is an important document that lets students know about you and your course. Beyond providing standard contact information, learning objectives, course content and a schedule, it also includes how you will promote learning by building a partnership […]

Event Series WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Drop-In)

WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Drop-In)

Online/Virtual Event

The Drop-In Clinics are open for administrators of UBC weblogs or websites to get one-on-one support in WordPress and Wiki for Teaching and Learning or Administrative purposes. Participants should come prepared with a list of questions specific to their sites when attending this session. Specialists at the clinic will assist you in addressing and resolving […]

Free

Drop-In Career Advising for International Undergraduate Students

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Start Aug 25, 2022, 1:00 PM End Aug 25, 2022, 3:00 PM Description Irene Navarro, Career Educator, will be offering virtual drop-in advising for international undergraduate students from 1–3 PM Thursdays during Term 2. International undergraduate students are encouraged to drop in – no appointment needed! – and ask any career questions they may have. […]

Wellness Centre Drop-in for Indigenous Students

UBC Life Building (Old SUB) 6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Indigenous students are invited to drop-in and speak with Manager, Student Support Services Amy Vozel on Thursdays from 1:30-3:00pm at the Wellness Centre. The Wellness Centre is located in Room 1400 in the Life Building. At the reception desk, ask for Amy. No appointments needed.

Free

Introduction to Planet’s Satellite Constellations and Science Applications

Forest Sciences Centre 2424 Main Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth observing satellites in history, with multiple constellations imaging the world at high and medium resolution. Dr. Tanya Harrison, Planet's Director of Strategic Science Initiatives, will take you on a tour of the current and planned constellations, and showcase applications of the data from the global science community. From […]

Free