Learn the best ways to go about looking for work both online and in-person, and learn different strategies to access the hidden job market.
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
Come learn more about the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) with the SVPRO Student Volunteers! Learn more about our resources and hear directly from SVPRO volunteers about their involvement with the SVPRO and how you can get involved as well! We have shirts, and other SVPRO swag to give away. The panel discussion […]
If your stress or nervousness is getting in your way, this workshop will offer useful information and effective coping strategies to turn your unease into motivated, productive energy that will help you approach your goals with increased comfort and confidence.
Do you have questions about how to thoughtfully integrate Indigenous content and representation into your course work? Curious about how to offer meaningful land acknowledgements in online meetings or events at UBC? Indigenous Initiatives’ Virtual Coffee Drop-ins are great place to explore these topics, connect with others on the same learning path, or just get […]
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 […]
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 […]
The UBC Farm Wednesday Campus Market features an assortment of fresh UBC Farm vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers. This mid-week market in front of the UBC Bookstore offers students, staff and faculty members a convenient opportunity to purchase UBC Farm produce.
Carli Fink, the Arts Career Strategist, will be offering drop-in advising for undergraduate Arts students from 1–3 PM Wednesdays during Term 2. Undergraduate Arts students are encouraged to drop in – no appointment needed! – and ask any career questions they may have. Students will be seen individually for up to 10 minutes each (unless […]
Want some tried and tested tips for getting interview-ready? Come to this session to learn and practice flexible and effective strategies to maximize your interview preparation.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
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 […]
Celebrate the start of the school year with a FREE outdoor cinema on Main Mall! Bring your own blanket and pack a picnic: - Sunday, September 4 - Starting at dusk, 8pm - Flagpole Plaza (Main Mall and Crescent Road) Everyone is welcome! Registration is required and will open on August 25: utown.ubc.ca/movie For questions […]
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 […]
Safety & Risk Services, Emergency Management team will be setting up a booth from September 6 to 8, 2022 to help increase the campus community’s resilience, emergency awareness and preparedness! Stop by the Emergency Management booth on Imagine UBC on September 6 to learn more about emergency preparedness and the resources available to plan and […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
This is an advanced workshop for Zoom. For introductory workshops click here: https://events.ctlt.ubc.ca/event-category/intro-zoom/ Have you been teaching with Zoom and want to learn about new features or approaches to use in the classroom? Join us for this one hour exploration of some of the new features and approaches teaching online with Zoom. During the session […]
Safety & Risk Services, Emergency Management team will be setting up a booth from September 6 to 8, 2022 to help increase the campus community’s resilience, emergency awareness and preparedness! Stop by the Emergency Management booth on Imagine UBC on September 6 to learn more about emergency preparedness and the resources available to plan and […]
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 […]
The UBC Farm Wednesday Campus Market features an assortment of fresh UBC Farm vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers. This mid-week market in front of the UBC Bookstore offers students, staff and faculty members a convenient opportunity to purchase UBC Farm produce.
Event Overview Are you interested in working at one of the world’s largest food and beverage company? Are you looking for a dynamic, motivating, and collaborative work environment? Nestlé Canada is hiring for 2023 full-time and internship opportunities in CPG Finance. Join us in a virtual information session on September 7th, 2022 at 1:00PM-2:00PM PT […]
This workshop is for graduate students applying for Doctoral Tri-Council funding: CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC. Drawing on evidence-based research about successful grant proposals, facilitators discuss particular elements of this written academic genre: audience, purpose, knowledge gap, competence claim, structure, style, and more. The workshop includes examples of successful UBC Tri-Council proposals, opportunities for one-on-one writing […]
Safety & Risk Services, Emergency Management team will be setting up a booth from September 6 to 8, 2022 to help increase the campus community’s resilience, emergency awareness and preparedness! Stop by the Emergency Management booth on Imagine UBC on September 6 to learn more about emergency preparedness and the resources available to plan and […]
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 […]
This is an introductory workshop for Kaltura. For advanced workshops click here: https://events.ctlt.ubc.ca/event-category/advanced-kaltura/ 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 […]
CGSHE presents a World Sexual Health Day Lunch & Learn with Dr. Samantha Dawson, CGSHE and UBC Psychology faculty member and Director of the Sexual Well-being (SWELL) Lab at the University of British Columbia. Alighed with WSHD 2022's theme, Let's Talk Pleasure, Dr. Dawson will discuss current research on sexual health and pleasure conducted by […]
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 […]
Learn the best ways to go about looking for work both online and in-person, and learn different strategies to access the hidden job market.
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 […]
Northern Medical Program Town Hall: Creating our Strategic Plan Date: Friday, September 9th, 2022 Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm Location: University Hospital of Northern BC 1475 Edmonton St, Prince George, BC V2M 1S2 Room: UHNBC 5017 Zoom will be available for anyone unable to attend in person. Link to be provided upon registration. Thank you for […]
About the Event Interested in learning more about student opportunities at McKinsey & Company? Join us for this information session to learn more about the firm, our positions and how to prepare for our recruitment process. Our team is happy to answer questions during the session, as well as share more about their personal experiences […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
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 […]
Feast of Fields is FarmFolk CityFolk’s annual local food celebration and signature fundraising event, held each year on a different farm in the Okanagan Valley, on Southern Vancouver Island, and in Metro Vancouver. The Feast is Canada’s largest and longest-running local food and beverage festival, and over the past 25 years, FarmFolk CityFolk has hosted […]
Workshop Overview: This 3-day workshop 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). In […]
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 […]
The Faculty of Medicine Translational Medicine Rounds (FoM TM Rounds) is an initiative for UBC faculty members conducting translational research as well as their colleagues, hosted by the Academy of Translational Medicine (ATM). The Rounds serve to form the foundation of the new collaborative ATM community and provide a forum where early-career interdisciplinary researchers can: […]
Join us on September 12 from 11AM-3PM in the Sty-Wet-Tan (Great Hall) in FNHL Longhouse (1985 West Mall) for this special event! Check out our giant Indigenous Peoples Giant Floor Map. We will have a selection of our collection related to: nations, languages, cultures, & more! Drop-in and learn about UBC Library, Xwi7xwa, and our […]
Date: Mon Sept 12 Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm Pacific Time Title: Applying Disruptive Technology to Quant Investing Location: Virtual Zoom; Link will be sent to RSVP list on the morning of the event. Description: Come learn about Quant Software Development from Jon/Sonny/Nolan, who are part of the Quantitative Systems Team in Connor Clark and Lunn Investment Management, a top […]
This is an introductory workshop for Zoom. For advanced workshops click here: https://events.ctlt.ubc.ca/event-category/advanced-zoom/ Are you new to teaching or facilitating online with Zoom or need a refresher? Join us for this introductory online session exploring some of the basics of teaching online with Zoom. Session Topics: - Set up your Zoom sessions - Share lecture […]
This is an introductory workshop for Zoom. For advanced workshops click here: https://events.ctlt.ubc.ca/event-category/advanced-zoom/ Are you new to teaching or facilitating online with Zoom or need a refresher? Join us for this introductory online session exploring some of the basics of teaching online with Zoom. Session Topics: - Set up your Zoom sessions - Share lecture […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
Do you have questions about how to thoughtfully integrate Indigenous content and representation into your course work? Curious about how to offer meaningful land acknowledgements in online meetings or events at UBC? Indigenous Initiatives’ Virtual Coffee Drop-ins are great place to explore these topics, connect with others on the same learning path, or just get […]
Drop into the UBC First Nations Longhouse to speak with an Enrolment Services Advisor and member of the Indigenous Student Support Team to chat about any questions around the various financial pathways at UBC.
Do you have an entrepreneurial attitude and the drive to disrupt normalcy and reimagine the possible? Do you get excited about harnessing opportunities presented by emerging technologies to influence business? Then a career in Consulting or Technology could be for you. If you’re in a commerce, liberal arts, science, technology, engineering or math-related degree, join […]
Event Overview Suncor is planning to come back to UBC for an information session and a recruitment drive this September. Our target audience would be Mining, Civil, & Geotechnical Engineers and Geologists or equivalents. Our plan is give a presentation highlighting our job opportunities for students and EIT’s and meet and greet all the folks […]
The UBC Farm Wednesday Campus Market features an assortment of fresh UBC Farm vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers. This mid-week market in front of the UBC Bookstore offers students, staff and faculty members a convenient opportunity to purchase UBC Farm produce.
Drop into the UBC First Nations Longhouse to speak with an Enrolment Services Advisor and member of the Indigenous Student Support Team to chat about any questions around the various financial pathways at UBC.
About the Event Learn about the Engineering Co-op program at FortisBC. We will be targeting undergraduate engineering students (preferably registered with co-op option). Disciplines within engineering can be varied, we have opportunities in: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Systems and more. We will be sharing some of the exciting projects at FortisBC for our co-op students […]
Vancouver Medical Program Town Hall: Creating our Strategic Plan Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Diamond Health Care Centre 2775 Laurel Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9 Room: DHCC 2264 Zoom will be available for anyone unable to attend in person. Link to be provided upon registration. Please RSVP Thank you for […]
Want some tried and tested tips for getting interview-ready? Come to this session to learn and practice flexible and effective strategies to maximize your interview preparation.
This workshop is geared towards those who have little experience teaching using Canvas. This virtual course will explore how to design, deliver, and manage your Canvas courses—and make your teaching more efficient. For advanced support, you can book a consultation for UBC Instructors. By the end of this workshop, you will be able to: - […]
UBC MedPlay is an annual production put on by medical students at the University of British Columbia in collaboration with a professional director from the community. We are excited to debut our movie rendition of "Without Rule of Law" by Michaela Jeffery. All funds raised from our shows will be donated to Justice for Girls, […]
VCH is holding a monkeypox vaccine clinic at the UBC Life Building this Thursday, September 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members of the UBC community who fit the eligibility criteria can stop by Room 1501 to receive a vaccine in a private, anonymous setting— no ID required. For eligibility criteria, visit the BCCDC […]
The Centre for Student Involvement and Careers is excited to bring you a virtual mentorship and networking opportunity to connect with UBC Alumna, Razi Bayati. This event is open to all students and alumni. Please prepare one question for Razi's Office Hour and email it to: amir.hariri@ubc.ca. You will also be given an opportunity to […]
A free screening of Olivier Assayas’ meta-cinematic masterpiece, Irma Vep (France, 1996).
Click “Register Now” to sign up for the Teaching Practicum. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email. Sign up closes on September 12 at 4 pm. This event will be held online on Zoom. What is the Postdoc Teaching Practicum? The next Postdoc […]
Click “Register Now” to sign up for the Teaching Practicum. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email. Sign up closes on September 12 at 4 pm. This event will be held online on Zoom. What is the Graduate Student Teaching Practicum? The next […]
Event Date: September 16, 2022 Event Time: 11:00 am to noon Event Location: Zoom Learn more about matters of timely interest and emerging topics Intended audience: Administrator & Finance manager Learn more about: US Fed (eg. NIH, DoD) Grants Post-Award Requirements Tri-Agency Grants and UBC's Business Expense Rules
In September 2021, Dr. Megan Bailey (UBC alum and Associate Professor, Dalhousie University) spent time on board the “Mamma Ain’t Happy”, a Sipekne’katik-owned fishing vessel harvesting lobster under Food, Social, and Ceremonial tags. She was working with community members to record lobster data, notably, ‘tinkers’, ‘seeders’ and squishy lobster. How Dr. Bailey came to be […]
Surrey Memorial Hospital Town Hall: Creating our Strategic Plan Date: Friday, September 16th, 2022 Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm Location: Surrey Memorial Hospital 13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2 Room: Lecture Theatre B110 (Critical Care Tower; basement) Thank you for meeting with us and sharing your thoughts when we visited Surrey Memorial Hospital this past […]
Cold War nuclear testing, production, and disasters like Chernobyl and Fukushima have exposed millions to dangerous radioactive particles; these millions are the global hibakusha. This talk will discuss the plight of communities that were exposed to this fallout, while also examining the colonialism(s) with which nuclear weapon states “select the irradiated,” the political use of […]
The Vancouver School of Economics is hosting economist Dr. Emmanuel Saez for a free lecture entitled “New Findings from the World Inequality Report 2022,” as part of the 2022 Woodward Lecture Series in BUCHANAN (BUCH) – A101, 1866 Main Mall. Emmanuel Saez is Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for Equitable Growth at […]
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, in collaboration with Musqueam, are thrilled to announce the new, inaugural festival, ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl (Come Toward the Fire). Held on September 17 – 18, 2022, the festival will be an Indigenous-led celebration of creativity, culture and community. The gathering will showcase the voices of Indigenous artists, performers, […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
Workshop Overview: This 3-day workshop 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). In […]
This conference features 18 concise presentations and Q&A sessions led by renowned speakers in the field. The robust agenda captures the most common allergy and immunology issues faced by family physicians in the clinical setting. There will also be opportunities to network, engage and ask questions throughout the conference.
Come discover garden favourites, rare wonders and specialty bulbs for all seasons. Location: Reception Centre patio @ UBC Botanical Garden, 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 Date: Sunday, September 17, 2022 @ 11 am – 3 pm Cost: Free! Our Treasured Bulb Sale focuses on uncommon dormant bulbs, corms, tubers and rhizomes, all […]
Science Literacy Week (September 19-25, 2022) showcases the many ways people of all ages can explore and enjoy the diversity of Canadian science. This year’s theme is mathematics, the language in which science is written. In its oldest forms, mathematics studies trajectories in space, solves equations, calculates probabilities, generates statistics, and much, much more. UBC […]
UBC supports the Qualtrics survey tool. Qualtrics is a powerful tool that offers UBC faculty, and staff new functionality in survey creation, data analysis, and reporting. Join us for the monthly Qualtrics studio virtual workshop and drop-in session. The session is geared towards UBC faculty and staff using Qualtrics as a teaching and research tool. […]
Learn the best ways to go about looking for work both online and in-person, and learn different strategies to access the hidden job market.
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). […]
This in-person event takes place at the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre at UBC, 1985 Learners Walk. A brief discussion will follow the film screenings. Red Path (2015) Thérèse Ottawa This short documentary tells the story of Tony Chachai, a young Indigenous man in search of his identity. Moved by the desire to […]
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 […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
This workshop has been designed for instructors who are interested in joining conversations about anti-racism and looking for an entry point to their learning journey. This session introduces fundamental concepts such as power, privilege, and positionality, and supports participants as they integrate these fundamental concepts into their teaching and learning practices. This session is a […]
Drop into the UBC First Nations Longhouse to speak with an Enrolment Services Advisor and member of the Indigenous Student Support Team to chat about any questions around the various financial pathways at UBC.
How can UBC boldly confront the housing affordability crisis? Join Dr. Paul Kershaw, Associate Professor at the UBC School of Population and Public Health and Founder of Generation Squeeze, for a presentation and moderated Q&A session on a campus for everyone, in the context of living in one of the least affordable cities in the […]
This session is for anyone who teaches at UBC who is looking for an introduction to inclusive teaching practices. Be introduced to the literature underpinning inclusive teaching and discuss why inclusive practices in the classroom are important. We will explore diversity amongst UBC’s student population. You will have an opportunity to learn, discuss and share […]
Before gathering data for a scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) project you need to decide on the best method for answering your inquiry. If focus groups or interviews are the best fit, it is important to design the sessions in a way that elicit useful and insightful data. In this workshop, we will discuss […]
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 […]
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
We’re pleased to announce this year’s Pacific Psychopharmacology Conference will be returning to in-person learning at the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver, BC on Friday, September 23. Can’t make it in person? Register for the virtual option to participate online with access to all of Friday’s plenary lectures and two workshops from each concurrent breakout […]
Join us in Whistler for our milestone 20th year and first in-person St. Paul's Emergency Medicine Conference in two years! We are excited to host you at the Whistler Conference Centre for four days of networking and emergency medicine education, hands-on workshops, plus plenty of time for mountain activities and fun.
This in-person event takes place at the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre at UBC, 1985 Learners Walk. A brief discussion will follow the film screenings. Sisters and Brothers (2015) Kent Monkman In a pounding critique of Canada’s colonial history, this short film draws parallels between the annihilation of the bison in the 1890s […]
Literature reviews accomplish several purposes for scholars. In the introduction to a research article, research paper, or thesis chapter, for example, writers review relevant research in order to establish a research gap, problem, or need that the current study addresses. But how do writers summarize the scholarly conversation already underway and, then, join that conversation? […]
Are you working on an OER Fund project or developing and incorporating open educational resources (OER) into your teaching and learning? Have you considered how you will evaluate if your OER project goals have been met? Join us for an OER Evaluation Workshop facilitated by members of CTLT’s Research and Evaluation Team. This workshop will […]
Kelowna/Southern Medical Program Town Hall: Creating our Strategic Plan Date: Thursday, September 22nd, 2022 Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm Location: Kelowna General Hospital – Clinical Academic Campus 2312 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC Room: CAC 235 Zoom: Link to be provided upon registration Thank you for meeting with us and sharing your thoughts when we visited Kelowna […]
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 […]
On Friday, September 23 join thousands of screaming fans as generations of Thunderbirds come together to celebrate at UBC’s largest school spirit event of the year, the annual Homecoming Football Game Presented by RBC. Our goal is to host the biggest Homecoming celebration in UBC history as our UBC Thunderbirds take on Regina, kicking off at […]
The Python programming language was first introduced to the ArcGIS community in 2004, with the release of ArcGIS version 9.0, as one of the scripting languages that provides access to the ArcGIS geoprocessing framework. Since then, Python has become the language of choice for scripting and automation among ArcGIS users, and indeed many other applications. […]
Speaker: Dr. Facundo Llompart Researcher, Austral Center for Scientific Research (CADIC) Argentina is experiencing a growing footprint of human activities on natural ecosystems. Pressure for economic growth, energy supply, and urban development has recently extended to isolated and almost pristine habitats in southern Patagonia. The main focus of this seminar is to present two study […]
This fall, we are excited to partner with the David Lam Chair and the Canada Research Chair in Indigenous People’s Well-being to hold a series of three connected workshops focused on articulating the tensions, paradoxes, and multiple and moving layers of complexity that exist at the interface of Indigeneity and migration in what is known […]
Thinking about adding a global learning program to your UBC experience? Check out this introduction to Go Global designed to help you decide if a Go Global program is right for you. During Go Global 101 students will: • Learn about the types of programs available like Exchange, Summer Abroad, Global Seminars and Research Abroad […]
UNA-Canada is pleased to announce the upcoming Environment Festival at the University of British Columbia on 24 September 2022. It is a unique opportunity to celebrate and inspire action for the 50th anniversary of the United Nations Environment Programme. The programme will feature exciting speakers, networking opportunities, local youth-led environmental initiatives, community environmental organizations, and […]
On Saturday, September 24, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT, please join us for THINK FORWARD@UBC Homecoming live or virtually at both campuses for our first-ever live simulcast event featuring some of UBC's most forward-thinking minds. Everyone is welcome, so RSVP now!
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
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). […]
The Women’s Health Seminar Series features multidisciplinary research on women’s health. The goal of the series is to provide multidisciplinary training and mentorship to faculty, students, and community members across a broad range of women’s health research topics. Speakers will present their research regarding the biological, psychological, behavioural, economic and social impacts on women’s health […]
Gain strategies for how to approach the typical graduate school application and respond to questions like “what do you hope to learn?” or “why this program?”. We will review resources for preparing a CV, statement of intent/personal statement, and requesting reference letters
Interested in pursuing law school? Curious what law school can do for you and your career? Come visit us at the Vancouver Law School Fair! The University of British Columbia Peter A. Allard School of Law, University of Alberta Law and the University of Calgary Law are pleased to host the LSAC-funded Vancouver Law School […]
The School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA) and the Latin American Studies program at UBC are co- hosting the presentation of Dr. Julia Zulver´s new book: High-Risk Feminism in Colombia: Women’s Mobilization in Violent Contexts, on Monday, September 26th, 2022, at C. K. Choi room 120, from 1:00-2:00 PM (PST). Venue (Hybrid Event): […]
Does your department want to prioritize equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI) in your work, but you’re not sure where to start? Join this online workshop to learn more about UBC’s Activating Inclusion Toolkit and the cycle of EDI planning, learning, and action for UBC units and departments. Workshop Outcomes: Learn about opportunities for units and departments […]
Join entrepreneurship@UBC for our 3rd annual entrepreneurship@UBC Immersion Week (EIW) September 27 -29, 2022. This year, entrepreneurship@UBC Immersion Week (EIW) will bring together storytellers and movement builders from across our ecosystem, to share their insights on the strategies and tactics that helped them transform their ideas to impact.
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
This in-person event takes place at the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre at UBC, 1985 Learners Walk. A brief discussion will follow the film screenings. We Were Children (2012) Tim Wolochatiuk In this feature film, the profound impact of the Canadian government’s residential school system is conveyed through the eyes of two children […]
On behalf of Dermot Kelleher, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President of Health at UBC, we invite you to join us in coming together in a concerted effort to reflect on the purpose of Orange Shirt Day, now also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This important event will take […]
Do you want to learn about R, but don't know where to start? This workshop is for you! R is a popular free software program with many applications in both the humanities and sciences. RStudio is a set of integrated tools designed to help you be more productive with R. This introductory-level workshop introduces participants […]
Come join us as we dive into the efforts of decolonizing and Indigenizing pharmacy education by the UPROOT team. We will explore the complexities of balancing a western approach to medicines with Indigenous-led ways of knowing and healing.
Co-hosted by the Liu Institute Network for Africa (LINA), Liu Institute for Global Issues, School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, and Peter A. Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia (UBC), Canada, with the support of the “Re-imagining Agenda 2063” International Research Collaborative of the Law and Society Association (LSA), United States. Date […]
Join us for this one hour session, focusing on how we can make time to calm down and reduce stress by using both proactive and reactive relaxation techniques. Our minds and bodies need rest and recovery breaks to allow us to relax and reduce the effects of stress. Sure, we will sometimes experience days that […]
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 […]
This workshop is designed for undergraduate and master’s students applying for funding from the Canada Graduate Scholarship-Master’s (CGS-M) Program. Drawing on evidence-based research about successful grant proposals, facilitators discuss particular elements of this written academic genre: audience, purpose, knowledge gap, competence claim, structure, style, and more. The workshop includes examples of successful UBC CGS-M research […]
We are excited to welcome everyone back on-campus for our annual UBC Graduate & Professional Schools Fair! This one-day in-person fair is open to all UBC students, alumni, and staff interested in pursuing professional or post-graduate degrees and programs to further their educational careers. Connect with 40+ schools within Canada and abroad, to learn more […]
The UBC Farm Wednesday Campus Market features an assortment of fresh UBC Farm vegetables, fruit, herbs and flowers. This mid-week market in front of the UBC Bookstore offers students, staff and faculty members a convenient opportunity to purchase UBC Farm produce.
This workshop is geared towards those who have little experience teaching using Canvas. This virtual course will explore how to design, deliver, and manage your Canvas courses—and make your teaching more efficient. For advanced support, you can book a consultation for UBC Instructors. By the end of this workshop, you will be able to: - […]
Healing is at the core of creating a just and sustainable world. Join us to craft, connect, and reflect in a show of solidarity with Indigenous Peoples as we honour the memory of residential school survivors and those who never made it home. Craft your own message or expression of support for National Day for […]
Writing at the graduate level involves participating in ongoing debates and conversations in your field, to a range of audiences more or less likely to agree with you. Engaging in this conversation requires aligning with certain perspectives while distancing yourself from others, and emphasizing certain interpretations while allowing for other perspectives. Managing this delicate balance […]
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 […]
CIBC - Commercial Event Details: Are you in your final year of your undergrad and interested in launching your career in Commercial Banking? CIBC’s Commercial Banking Associate Program (CBAP) is a 12-18 month long structured and comprehensive training program that includes classroom and on-the-job training. Associates will have the opportunity to learn how to deliver […]
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 […]
Join us for an intergenerational march to commemorate Orange Shirt Day. Members of the UBC STEM community, families and those in solidarity are welcome to participate. As this event is held on the day and classes are cancelled, we hope that the statutory holiday will allow faculty, staff, students and community members join the march […]
We are delighted to welcome Professor Jay L. Garfield (Smith College and the Harvard Divinity School), who will give a guest lecture entitled: Buddhism and Nonviolence in the Contemporary World About this Event Buddhism and ahiṃsā today: Buddhist ethical thought aims at a life of ahiṃsā, usually translated as nonviolence or non-harming. Like all Buddhist […]
The UBC Farm Farmers' Market starts in June Join us on Saturday, June 4 for the beginning of the UBC Farm Farmers' Market season. Don't miss Vancouver's only multi-vendor farmers' market located on a working farm! In addition to certified organic and farm-fresh produce, fruits, herbs, and seeds from the UBC Farm, the Saturday multi-vendor […]
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). […]
We are delighted to welcome Professor Jin Y. Park, who will give a guest lecture entitled: What Is Ethics For? A Minimalist Approach to Buddhist Ethics About this Event What is ethics for? The answer could vary depending on one’s worldview. In simple terms, we can define ethics as human efforts to construct environments that […]
Join 12 local chefs, including some from Vancouver’s most beloved restaurants, preparing their favourite family recipes in the fields of Vancouver’s local organic farm, the UBC Farm. Featuring UBC Farm produce, Joy of Feeding is an outdoor food festival and fundraiser for Chefs’ Table Society of British Columbia’s new Culinary Centre and the food literacy […]
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). […]