Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverUBC Surgery Grand Rounds
Cordula and Gunter Paetzold Health Education Centre 899 West 12th Avenue, VancouverHybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverFinancial Planning and Resources for Students with Disabilities | Webinar | June 12 (12:00 – 1:00 PM PDT)
UBC Vancouver Campus VancouverHybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverApplying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC)
Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre (IRSHDC) 1985 Learners' Walk, VancouverFinancial Fundamentals for Domestic Undergraduate Students | Webinar | Jun 13 (3:00 – 4:00 PM PDT)
UBC Vancouver Campus VancouverHybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, Vancouver- No events scheduled for June 16, 2024.
Week of Events
UBCO Diabetes & Obesity Research Day 2024
UBCO Diabetes & Obesity Research Day 2024
Join us in Kelowna on June 12th as we celebrate our 5th annual UBCO Diabetes & Obesity Research Day. This internal academic research day is focused on all aspects of diabetes & obesity research - from beta cells to bicycles. Diabetes & Obesity Research Day 2024 will celebrate the accomplishments of our colleagues and the positive impact of their research […]
Indigenous Pop-Up Arcade
Indigenous Pop-Up Arcade
Join the Institute for Critical Indigenous Studies and CEDaR to try out some of the best Indigenous made games.
Using Mendeley for Citation Management
Using Mendeley for Citation Management
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 […]
Decolonizing and Engaging in Research by Way of Graphic Recording
Decolonizing and Engaging in Research by Way of Graphic Recording
Graphic recording is a creative process that involves great intuition, skill and creativity. Are you wondering how you can bring this medium into your partnered research initiative? In this workshop you will learn about the skills and experience of two graphic recorders, and how what they bring can become a tool for decolonization, creativity and […]
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
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 […]
Drop-in financial advising with the Indigenous Student Support Team (ESA)
Drop-in financial advising with the Indigenous Student Support Team (ESA)
With the start of the Summer session, the Indigenous Student Support Team from Enrolment Services will be switching back to online drop-in advising for Indigenous students via Zoom. From 12:00 pm and going until 3:00 pm, Indigenous students can ask financial (or other – we are happy to try and help however we can!) questions […]
OER and GenAI
OER and GenAI
Online Join us for an interactive online workshop where we will explore the challenges, contradictions, and opportunities at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Open Educational Resources (OER). In this session we will discuss the potential of AI in generating dynamic content, including interactive textbooks, and its potential in developing open educational resources and […]
Classroom Evaluation and Research: Do I Need Ethics Approval?
Classroom Evaluation and Research: Do I Need Ethics Approval?
Many instructors are involved in evaluating their classroom practices, but there is often confusion about whether obtaining ethical approval by the Behavioural Research Ethics Board (BREB) is required. In this workshop, instructors will learn more about what type of classroom inquiry might require BREB review. This workshop will also detail the ethical considerations for conducting […]
Data Bites – Best Practices for File Formatting
Data Bites – Best Practices for File Formatting
Do you struggle with organizing your research materials? This 30-minute workshop highlights practical techniques for file formatting. Join us to learn more about data formats, data access, and data preservation. Location: ONLINE (A Zoom link will be sent to registrants 3 hours before the event starts.)
Tuesday Evening Market at the UBC Farm
Tuesday Evening Market at the UBC Farm
The UBC Farm Tuesday evening market features our farm-fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers and seeds. Stop by and pick up some fresh ingredients for dinner! Cash, Interac, Visa and Mastercard are accepted.
Financial Fundamentals for Domestic Undergraduate Students| In-person | June 11 (5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT)
Financial Fundamentals for Domestic Undergraduate Students| In-person | June 11 (5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT)
Register: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4IzXBeXpqKfKAWa Join Enrolment Services Advisors at this in-person workshop to help you understand some basics of planning your finances while at UBC. We will cover: - Costs of attending UBC - Resources for funding (Student loans, awards and bursaries) - Creating a financial plan - Resources to support finding employment - Enrolment Services Support […]
UBC Surgery Grand Rounds
UBC Surgery Grand Rounds
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 […]
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
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 […]
2024 UBC Department of Medicine Resident Research Day & Research Expo
2024 UBC Department of Medicine Resident Research Day & Research Expo
Join us on June 12th as we combine two amazing Department of Medicine events into one inspiring day to celebrate innovation, collaboration, and discovery! Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Time: 9:00am – 7pm Location: *Paetzold Health Education Centre Auditorium, Jim Pattison Pavilion, Vancouver General Hospital, 899 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver BC Registration Required: https://bit.ly/2024ResidentResearchExpo *Zoom link is available for Faculty […]
Wednesday Bookstore Market
Wednesday Bookstore Market
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.
Job Search Strategy For New Graduates
Job Search Strategy For New Graduates
Completing your UBC degree is a huge milestone. It also marks the transition to a new life and career stage, and finding work as a new graduate can be challenging. This workshop will discuss strategies for understanding and approaching finding work as a new graduate. A link will be sent to RSVPs closer to the […]
Financial Planning and Resources for Students with Disabilities | Webinar | June 12 (12:00 – 1:00 PM PDT)
Financial Planning and Resources for Students with Disabilities | Webinar | June 12 (12:00 – 1:00 PM PDT)
Register here: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0p341hd6e9Ngb5k Join advisors from the Centre for Accessibility and Enrolment Services to learn about strategies and resources for financial planning for students with disabilities. Topics include: – Financial planning – Tuition and student fees – Internal and External awards – Government Student Loans and Grants and establishing disability status If you require slides […]
BC Provincial Deprescribing Webinar Series #7
BC Provincial Deprescribing Webinar Series #7
When challenged by complex cases involving people taking too many medications, we may ask: Can I stop any of these? Which should I stop first? Do I need to taper this drug? If so, how? What should I monitor for after stopping, and when? Many clinicians address these clinical questions successfully, improving outcomes for patients. […]
Work in Progress Seminar: Experiences of Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment under the Mental Health Act
Work in Progress Seminar: Experiences of Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment under the Mental Health Act
British Columbia currently has the highest rate of hospitalization for mental health and substance use issues in Canada, and over the past decade the number of people involuntarily admitted to hospital for psychiatric treatment has steadily increased. In 2019, the BC Ombudsperson made 24 recommendations towards preserving the dignity and rights of individuals who are […]
Generative AI Studios
Generative AI Studios
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 […]
Introduction to Machine Learning: Classification and Clustering
Introduction to Machine Learning: Classification and Clustering
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 […]
UBC Department of Medicine 2024 Faculty & Staff Award Presentation
UBC Department of Medicine 2024 Faculty & Staff Award Presentation
Each year, the UBC Department of Medicine honours faculty and staff members who have made significant and meaningful contributions to education, teaching, research, quality and innovation, mentorship, and clinical practice. These prizes and awards celebrate our faculty and staff members and recognize the local and global impact of the UBC Department of Medicine. Date: Thursday, June […]
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
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 […]
Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC)
Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC)
Apply Now To apply, participants are required to commit for the entire series. Apply by May 23, 2024. The Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom program is a cohort-based program where educators will explore anti-racist approaches and practices while learning from others and building relationships in a collaborative learning environment. In this program we will focus on the […]
Join tables in R
Join tables in R
There are many cases where it's helpful to combine data from multiple sources or tables. This workshop will introduce how to work with multiple data frames in R. Participants are expected to already be familiar with R and RStudio. At the end of this workshop, you will be able to: Understand the need to work […]
Chatbots in Teaching and Learning
Chatbots in Teaching and Learning
Online In this online workshop, participants explored GenAI custom chatbots designed to assist with specific tasks, such as generating alt text for improved image accessibility, finding and summarizing academic articles, composing text, and creating PowerPoint presentations. The workshop covered various GPT models available in the ChatGPT Plus store and introduced Poe, a platform that enables […]
Financial Fundamentals for Domestic Undergraduate Students | Webinar | Jun 13 (3:00 – 4:00 PM PDT)
Financial Fundamentals for Domestic Undergraduate Students | Webinar | Jun 13 (3:00 – 4:00 PM PDT)
Register: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4JiCpsudQ00HsZ8 Join Enrolment Services Advisors at this webinar to help you understand some basics of planning your finances while at UBC. We will cover: - Costs of attending UBC - Resources for funding (Student loans, awards and bursaries) - Creating a financial plan - Enrolment Services Support If you have any accommodation requests, please […]
MOA’s Reopening Night
MOA’s Reopening Night
MOA is reopening! Celebrate the much-anticipated reopening of the Museum on June 13 at 5pm.
Business for Social Good Summit 2024: Balancing Purpose and Profit
Business for Social Good Summit 2024: Balancing Purpose and Profit
The Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics is hosting the 2024 Business for Social Good Summit: Balancing Purpose and Profit to advance the cross-sectoral dialogue about how business can be a force for social good—benefitting the planet and the people that live on it. To tackle the pressing question of how businesses can find […]
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
Hybrid Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – June 2024
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 […]
Saturday Multi-vendor UBC Farm Farmers’ Market
Saturday Multi-vendor UBC Farm Farmers’ Market
Don’t miss the only multi-vendor farmers’ market in Vancouver located on a working farm! It’s our biggest weekly event on the Farm, bringing in dozens of vendors selling local fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, beverages, mushrooms, coffee and food trucks, alcohol, treats, crafts and prepared foods, as well as – of course! – the certified organic, […]
UNA Spring Art Fair & Craft Market
UNA Spring Art Fair & Craft Market
Shop at the UNA Spring Fair & Craft Market with over 25 local artists! Crafts will include jewelry, stain glass, prints, nails, and more. Local artists include: Bingle’s Craft Jewelry Garogato Art Grace’s Crochet Cloves Indian Summer Designs JJW Aromas Lemonface Studio Sparkforge Workshop Stellar Jewelry Tema Olive Art Treasure Box