Welcome to the Chapman Learning Commons
We are a team of 16 students studying everything from Electrical Engineering to Creative Writing. We staff the Help Desk and develop online resources for fellow students, everything from academics and study skills to wellness and personal growth.
We’re here to help when your laptop is almost out of battery, when it’s your first time printing on campus, or when you need some advice from a student who has been through it too. Find us at the Help Desk on the third floor of IKBLC.
Spring 2026 Zine: Bloom with the CLC
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Read Our Blog
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Style: Discovering Yourself
1. Style is not what they think. Fashion journalist Lynn Yaeger was once asked in an interview what the best advice she had ever received was. She replied, “Oh, it’s from Sally Singer: if you are interested in fashion, you need to learn everything except fashion” (@voguemagazine (2023) At first, the advice struck me as…
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I Tried It! Shinrin-yoku, aka Forest Bathing
Whenever I’m feeling stressed or overwhelmed, my instinct is to retreat home and recharge. But staying indoors too long can backfire, especially when I end up scrolling on my phone instead of actually unwinding. Since then, I’ve been to Pacific Spirit Park once more. Both experiences were a breath of fresh air, but I felt…
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Wellness & Personal Development
Discover in-depth, interactive guides on vital topics like time management, personal well-being, budgeting, and interview preparation. These resources are designed to help you enhance your academic success and personal growth effectively.
University Essential Skills
This page offers comprehensive guides created by fellow students on key topics such as note-taking, exam preparation, motivation, focus, critical thinking, and more. Discover practical tips for success in academics and personal growth, tailored to help you thrive at UBC.
Explore Our Space & Equipment
Borrowing Equipment
Discover the equipment available for borrowing at our front desk! Find out availability, loan durations and compatibility details to make the most of your borrowing experience.
Print, Copy, Scan
We offer a wide range of printers, photocopiers, and scanners for all of your technology needs! Find all the essential information for printing, copying and scanning in our space, including setup instructions, location details, and pricing.
Learn About Tutoring & Advice
Profs in Commons
Stop by Profs-in-Commons to engage with TAs, student leaders, and professors outside the classroom setting to join in interdisciplinary dialogue or to get learning support!
Peer Academic Coaches
Peer Academic Coaches work one-on-one with you to help you achieve your academic goals! Stop by the Coaching Space on level 3 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre during open hours to make goals, set good study habits, and more.
About the CLC
The Chapman Learning Commons officially opened in 2002, with renovations completed in 2020 to reinvigorate the space. The CLC’s history is rooted in the history of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and its previous iteration, the Main Library, one of the first three buildings built on the UBC-V campus.
The CLC is located on the stolen ancestral and traditional territory of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) people. UBC is a product of a long history of colonialism, an ongoing reality for Indigenous Peoples around the world today. We are thankful to be able to learn and work on these lands and hope to foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment at the CLC.
