Exploring Indigenous Influences in Hockey via Hockey Cards with Naim Cardinal
Online/Virtual EventIn Pursuit of New Narratives: An Indigenous-Led Salon with Artist Lisa Reihana
Green College 6201 Cecil Green Park Road, VancouverCitation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
Hybrid Online/Virtual and In-Person - See Description VancouverUniversities and Human Flourishing in the 21st Century
Green College 6201 Cecil Green Park Road, VancouverGrapes to Glass: Wine Education and Tasting Series
Food, Nutrition and Health Building 2205 East Mall, VancouverCelebrate SoTL: Panel: SoTL as Educational Leadership in Promotion and Tenure
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverCelebrate SoTL: Lightning Talks: Showcase your SoTL Work
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverRighting a Wrongful Conviction: Advocating for Kathleen Folbigg
Green College 6201 Cecil Green Park Road, VancouverBC Election 2024: How Will the Parties Meet BC’s Policy Challenges?
UBC Robson Square 800 Robson Street, VancouverUBC CPD: Supporting Children & Youth Who Use Substances: Implementing a New Clinical Care Pathway in Practice
See DescriptionUBC Bands: Home Away from Home
Chan Centre for the Performing Arts 6265 Crescent Road, VancouverStrategic Plan Refresh: UBC Vancouver Workshops
Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Boulevard, VancouverCritical Thinkers Series: Dr. Brent Strang
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, VancouverWomen’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, VancouverWomen’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver- No events scheduled for October 13, 2024.
Week of Events
Water Wars
Water Wars
Looking for a fun filled night consisting of water based games and activities? Then come participate with us at Water Wars! This event is filled with non-stop action, guaranteed laughter, and moments you’ll remember throughout your time at UBC.
Job Search Strategies
Job Search Strategies
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.
Using Zotero for Citation Management
Using Zotero for Citation Management
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 […]
GenAI Maker Session: Developing Quizzes and Problem Sets with Generative AI
GenAI Maker Session: Developing Quizzes and Problem Sets with Generative AI
Online Explore practical strategies for creating engaging quizzes and problem sets using Generative AI. This online session will provide best practices for developing these materials, followed by hands-on time to craft your own in a supportive, collaborative environment. Facilitators: Lucas Wright, Senior Educational Consultant, Learning Technology, CTLT Judy Chan, Faculty Associate, Faculty Liaison (Land and […]
Exploring Indigenous Influences in Hockey via Hockey Cards with Naim Cardinal
Exploring Indigenous Influences in Hockey via Hockey Cards with Naim Cardinal
Naim Cardinal, Indigenous hockey card collector, will provide a presentation about Indigenous influences in the game of hockey shown through the lens of hockey cards. Naim has been researching and studying Indigenous hockey history for almost a decade and has become a passion for him. The Indigenous Influences in Hockey presentation will discuss a number […]
Employer on Campus: Vale Base Metals
Employer on Campus: Vale Base Metals
Welcome to Vale Base Metals. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future together. We are a global mining company committed to safely delivering the nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition. Our workforce of 15,000 is dedicated to transforming these critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable […]
Alternative Assessments with Learning Design Support
Alternative Assessments with Learning Design Support
Alternative assessments are crucial for promoting deeper learning and student engagement, as they provide diverse and practical ways to evaluate students’ understanding and skills beyond traditional tests. In this workshop, we will explore key elements of effective assessment design, types of alternative assessments, and strategies to incorporate alternative assessments into your courses. We will focus […]
Vancouver Law School Fair 2024
Vancouver Law School Fair 2024
Interested in pursuing law school? Curious about what law school can do for you and your career? Come visit us at the Vancouver Law School Fair at UBC Campus on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, to learn about your options. Chat one one-on-one with representatives from 20+ law schools from across North America, LSAT prep organizations, […]
Strategic Plan Refresh: Pop-up Events at UBC Vancouver
Strategic Plan Refresh: Pop-up Events at UBC Vancouver
Stop by a pop-up event at the Vancouver campus and share your input on UBC’s 25-year vision. No registration required.
Vancouver Law School Fair 2024
Vancouver Law School Fair 2024
Interested in pursuing law school? Curious about what law school can do for you and your career? Come visit the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the Vancouver Law School Fair at UBC Campus on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 to learn about your options. Chat one on one with representatives Allard Law and from […]
Building a Writing Habit
Building a Writing Habit
In this workshop, you will learn: Goal Setting and Planning: How to set realistic writing goals and create a flexible yet effective writing schedule. Writing Strategies: Techniques to overcome writer's block, maintain focus, and increase productivity. Time Management: Tips for balancing writing with other academic and personal responsibilities. Self-Motivation and Accountability: Methods to stay motivated […]
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.
A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice Issues in Research for Those Seeking Success in Funding Competitions
A Practical Guide to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice Issues in Research for Those Seeking Success in Funding Competitions
Led by Dr. Jehannine (J9) Austin, UBC Professor in both the departments of Psychiatry and Medical Genetics, this webinar is geared towards helping researchers think about how to be successful in funding competitions that are increasingly asking applicants to address issues around Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). This is a talk to which everyone is […]
In Pursuit of New Narratives: An Indigenous-Led Salon with Artist Lisa Reihana
In Pursuit of New Narratives: An Indigenous-Led Salon with Artist Lisa Reihana
Yosef Wosk Artist in Residence at Green College Lisa Reihana, visual artist; with Alice Te Punga Somerville, English Language and Literatures; and Coll Thrush, History Coach House, Green College, UBC and livestreamed Tuesday, October 8, 5-6:30 pm, with reception to follow Join multi-disciplinary visiting artist Lisa Reihana (Māori) in conversation with fellow Indigenous artists, scholars, […]
Employer on Campus: City of Vancouver
Employer on Campus: City of Vancouver
The City of Vancouver’s Engineering Services department is one of the largest and most innovative municipal engineering departments in the world. With close to 2000 employees contributing their expertise to exciting projects like the Arbutus Greenway, the rehabilitation of the Burrard Street Bridge, Mobi bike share, and more, Engineering Services is relied upon daily to […]
UBC CPD: Navigating Trauma History and Attachment: Essential Skills for Perinatal Healthcare Providers
UBC CPD: Navigating Trauma History and Attachment: Essential Skills for Perinatal Healthcare Providers
In collaboration with UBC CPD, the Perinatal Community of Practice is excited to offer this free accredited webinar for all primary care providers. This session will help you identify signs of past trauma in patient interactions, understand how past trauma affects perinatal care, and learn strategies to support new parents in fostering secure attachment with their newborn. […]
Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
All too often, citation is approached by students as a frustrating obstacle on the path to completing a writing assignment, rather than as an intellectual pursuit in its own right. Academic writing involves a complicated process of text integration, rather than mechanically following the rules of a particular style guide. No matter the citation style […]
UBC Career Days 2024
UBC Career Days 2024
Join Us at UBC Career Days! The UBC Career Centre is thrilled to announce the return of this annual in-person career fair! This exciting two-day event will feature over 90 employers from a wide range of industries, all eager to connect with students and alumni to share valuable career opportunities and insights. Don’t miss this fantastic […]
UBC Career Days 2024
UBC Career Days 2024
Join Us at UBC Career Days! The UBC Career Centre is thrilled to announce the return of this annual in-person career fair! This exciting two-day event will feature over 90 employers from a wide range of industries, all eager to connect with students and alumni to share valuable career opportunities and insights. Don’t miss this fantastic […]
Strategic Plan Refresh: Pop-up Events at UBC Vancouver
Strategic Plan Refresh: Pop-up Events at UBC Vancouver
Stop by a pop-up event at the Vancouver campus and share your input on UBC’s 25-year vision. No registration required.
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.
Cybersecurity Courses and Programs – Information Session
Cybersecurity Courses and Programs – Information Session
Join us for an online information session to learn about our exciting new cybersecurity offerings, Cloud Security and Cyber Attack Prevention Methods program and Ethical Hacking Certification Training. These courses are designed to empower learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and respond effectively to evolving cyber threats. Meet program instructors Anthony […]
Inclusive Teaching: Virtual Coffee Drop-In – October 9, 2024
Inclusive Teaching: Virtual Coffee Drop-In – October 9, 2024
This drop-in session is for participants who have completed the asynchronous course, Inclusive Teaching: What is it and Why does it Matter. This is an opportunity to connect with CTLT facilitators and your peers, to ask questions about the content in the course, further explore your insights, and share other resources to support you in your […]
Generative AI Studios
Generative AI Studios
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 presentation […]
Navigating Finding Employment from a Disability-Specific Lens w/ Luke Penner
Navigating Finding Employment from a Disability-Specific Lens w/ Luke Penner
Navigating Finding Employment from a Disability-Specific Lens w/ Luke Penner Please enroll in the Canvas course for access to more resources and materials: https://canvas.ubc.ca/enroll/ETXK3R Zoom Link to attend: https://ubc.zoom.us/j/66070778115?pwd=jwZGBwo98sy2JWkbEFQPpCgb3BgaXO.1Links to an external site. Meeting ID: 660 7077 8115 Passcode: 535699 We are excited to invite you to join Career Educator Luke Penner for his workshop […]
Universities and Human Flourishing in the 21st Century
Universities and Human Flourishing in the 21st Century
Green College Special Lecture Benoit-Antoine Bacon, President and Vice-Chancellor, UBC Coach House, Green College, UBC Wednesday, October 9, 5-6 pm, with reception to follow Registration is required for this event. To register, please see: https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6fWBnIP1yHvSoSi In a rapidly changing world, what role should universities play in shaping our future as individuals and as a society? […]
Navigating Professional Practice: Financial, Legal, Tax and Practice Structure Considerations
Navigating Professional Practice: Financial, Legal, Tax and Practice Structure Considerations
You’re invited to join Scotiabank’s Kevin Commins, Madaisky Pollock LLP’s Aaron Madaisky, and MNP’s May Ashraf for a webinar helping you navigate the legal & financial challenges of practice ownership structure on Wednesday, October 16th from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This session is designed to equip you with the essential insights into the financial, legal […]
Grapes to Glass: Wine Education and Tasting Series
Grapes to Glass: Wine Education and Tasting Series
Join Grapes to Glass – a four-session Wine Education and Tasting Series presented by the UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems. Learn about the important elements of wine production, from grape-growing to enjoying the finished product, with a special focus on B.C. wines. Tour the UBC Wine Library – home to 4,000 unique bottles […]
UBC CPD: Perineal Repair Workshop for Midwives
UBC CPD: Perineal Repair Workshop for Midwives
Perineal trauma is a common obstetrical event. However, Midwives make every effort to avoid it, and many have very low perineal trauma rates. Many midwives report a need for more clinical experience and review on approaches to perineal repair. The Perineal Repair Workshop will provide hands-on practice on these key approaches. Please note that space […]
Celebrate SoTL: Panel: SoTL as Educational Leadership in Promotion and Tenure
Celebrate SoTL: Panel: SoTL as Educational Leadership in Promotion and Tenure
In-person The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) builds a bridge between teaching and research in the disciplines. SoTL is “the systematic study of teaching and/or learning and the public sharing and review of such work” (McKinney, 2006, p. 39) We are excited to announce the seventh annual UBC Celebrate SoTL Event, in-person, on Thursday, October […]
Inclusive Teaching: Universal Design for Learning – October 10, 2024
Inclusive Teaching: Universal Design for Learning – October 10, 2024
Intentionally implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) approaches to teaching and learning can bridge accessibility gaps and support equitable/inclusive learning opportunities; therefore, it was one of the main recommendations from UBC’s Teaching and Learning Beyond COVID report. UDL is a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people, and is based on scientific insights […]
UBC Career Days 2024
UBC Career Days 2024
Join Us at UBC Career Days! The UBC Career Centre is thrilled to announce the return of this annual in-person career fair! This exciting two-day event will feature over 90 employers from a wide range of industries, all eager to connect with students and alumni to share valuable career opportunities and insights. Don’t miss this fantastic […]
UBC Career Days 2024
UBC Career Days 2024
Join Us at UBC Career Days! The UBC Career Centre is thrilled to announce the return of this annual in-person career fair! This exciting two-day event will feature over 90 employers from a wide range of industries, all eager to connect with students and alumni to share valuable career opportunities and insights. Don’t miss this fantastic […]
Celebrate SoTL: Lightning Talks: Showcase your SoTL Work
Celebrate SoTL: Lightning Talks: Showcase your SoTL Work
In-person The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) builds a bridge between teaching and research in the disciplines. SoTL is “the systematic study of teaching and/or learning and the public sharing and review of such work” (McKinney, 2006, p. 39) We are excited to announce the seventh annual UBC Celebrate SoTL Event, in-person, on Thursday, October […]
Accessibility Studio
Accessibility Studio
Are you interested in making your course materials more accessible to all learners? Or do you have specific questions about formatting your Open Educational Resources (OER) to be accessible for everyone? Join us at the Accessibility Studio, where you can drop in for a one-on-one chat with our specialists. Gain valuable insights into designing accessible course materials or creating and adapting […]
Ignite Your Public Speaking Skills with UBC Staff Toastmasters!
Ignite Your Public Speaking Skills with UBC Staff Toastmasters!
Looking to improve 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 Toastmasters meetings held every other Thursday via Zoom from 12:05 to 12:50 pm. Interested? Please contact […]
Data Bites – Best Practices for File Naming
Data Bites – Best Practices for File Naming
Do you struggle with organizing your research materials? This 30-minute workshop highlights practical techniques for file naming. Join us to develop a naming convention based on elements that are important to your work. Location: ONLINE (A Zoom link will be sent to registrants 3 hours before the event starts.)
TLEF Online General Information + Consultation Session
TLEF Online General Information + Consultation Session
To support prospective applicants who are seeking TLEF funding in the 2025 funding round, the CTLT will hold an online General Information Session on the TLEF on Thursday, September 26, from 1:00-3:00 pm on Zoom. In this session, you will learn about the TLEF criteria and application process, including tips on writing your proposal, developing your budget, and designing evaluation […]
Regular Expressions in R
Regular Expressions in R
Information for Participants This workshop introduces regular expressions (regex) in R. While we do not expect extensive experience with R, we do assume knowledge of R and RStudio to the extent covered in Beginner R Part 1 and Beginner R Part 2. Being familiar with the tidyverse package may be beneficial, but we do not expect all participants to be […]
WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Online Drop-In)
WordPress & Wiki Clinic (Online Drop-In)
Online 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 […]
Faculty of Forestry Undergraduate Information Session
Faculty of Forestry Undergraduate Information Session
Welcome to Your Future in Forestry: UBC’s Faculty of Forestry Undergraduate Information Session Are you passionate about the environment, sustainability, and the great outdoors? Do you dream of a career that combines your love for nature with cutting-edge science and innovation? Join us for an exclusive online information session where we’ll introduce you to the […]
Righting a Wrongful Conviction: Advocating for Kathleen Folbigg
Righting a Wrongful Conviction: Advocating for Kathleen Folbigg
Green College Special Event Tracy Chapman, advocate; Emma Cunliffe, Green College and Law, UBC; and Gary Edmond, Law, Society and Criminology, University of New South Wales, Sydney Coach House, Green College, UBC and livestreamed Thursday, October 10, 5-6:30 pm, with reception to follow In 2003, Australian mother Kathleen Folbigg was wrongly convicted of killing her […]
Employer on Campus: Qualcomm
Employer on Campus: Qualcomm
Qualcomm relentlessly innovates to deliver intelligent computing everywhere, helping the world tackle some of its most important challenges. Our leading-edge AI, high performance, lower power computing, and unrivaled connectivity deliver proven solutions that drive transformation across major industries. At Qualcomm, we are engineering human progress. Embark on your career journey with Qualcomm, where possibilities are […]
BC Election 2024: How Will the Parties Meet BC’s Policy Challenges?
BC Election 2024: How Will the Parties Meet BC’s Policy Challenges?
A panel discussion with experts from the UBC Political Science who will speak to the challenges in various areas of public policy in BC, how the parties propose to meet those challenges and more.
2024 Jenkins Memorial Lecture
2024 Jenkins Memorial Lecture
Speaker: Dr. Susan M Lee, University of British Columbia This talk will examine key building blocks to cultivate research and QI, learn to say yes - No project is too big or too small with the help of a great team and explore how life, advocacy and research can mingle - family-career balance and infertility […]
UBC CPD: Supporting Children & Youth Who Use Substances: Implementing a New Clinical Care Pathway in Practice
UBC CPD: Supporting Children & Youth Who Use Substances: Implementing a New Clinical Care Pathway in Practice
Oct. 3 or 10 (Thursdays) | 6-8 p.m. PT | Vancouver, BC or Virtual Audience: family physicians, nurse practitioners, specialists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, residents and students. Overview: Learn how to support children and youth who use substances through implementation of a brand-new clinical care pathway. The workshop focuses on case study discussion and Pathways BC navigation, as well as […]
UBC Bands: Home Away from Home
UBC Bands: Home Away from Home
UBC Bands: Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Concert Winds UBC Bands opens their season with two new conductors and music by Eric Whitacre, Jodie Blackshaw, Leonard Bernstein, and more! Concert Winds Meijun Chen conductor AYO by Katahj Copley October by Eric Whitacre Terpsichorean Dances by Jodie Blackshaw Grainger Children’s March “Over the Hills and Far Away” by Percy Aldridge Grainger Second Suite […]
Strategic Plan Refresh: UBC Vancouver Workshops
Strategic Plan Refresh: UBC Vancouver Workshops
As UBC passes the halfway point on its strategic plan, Shaping UBC’s Next Century, the time is right to revisit the plan and define the university’s specific priorities and actions for the next three to five years. Hear more about the strategic plan refresh and share your input by attending an upcoming workshop. UBC Vancouver […]
World Thrombosis Day
World Thrombosis Day
Join us for the upcoming World Thrombosis Day event on Friday, October 11 at UBC Robson Square. This afternoon event from 1:00pm - 4:30pm is all about raising awareness and sharing the latest insights on heart attacks, strokes, deep vein thrombosis, and to learn about the science of blood clotting. Things will be kicked off […]
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 […]
Critical Thinkers Series: Dr. Brent Strang
Critical Thinkers Series: Dr. Brent Strang
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 for Fall 2024 is a talk by Dr. Brent Strang, “From Couch-Lock to Bed-Rot: The Implosion of the Home Media Apparatus”. This event is free […]
Women’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
Women’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
The Women's Hockey team takes the ice at Thunderbird Arena for the first time this seasons! Come out to support your UBC Thunderbirds. Get tickets at gothunderbirds.ca/tickets Start times: Friday October 11th 2024 - 7PM Saturday October 12th 2024 - 3pm
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, […]
Women’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
Women’s Hockey – UBC vs. MRU – Home Opener Weekend
The Women's Hockey team takes the ice at Thunderbird Arena for the first time this seasons! Come out to support your UBC Thunderbirds. Get tickets at gothunderbirds.ca/tickets Start times: Friday October 11th 2024 - 7PM Saturday October 12th 2024 - 3pm