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To the Class of 2026: Advice on Adjusting to Academic Learning at UBC
Read student reflections on academic preparedness, university success, and resources to help lay a strong foundation for academic learning at UBC.
Humans of IKB: Behind the Services
Everyone encounters challenges at university – you’re not alone! Get to know the people behind some IKB services, and read their advice about overcoming common student concerns.
New to UBC? Start Here!
Learn about our online Learn from Peers: New to UBC guide, a resource that aims to introduce incoming students to the UBC community.
Must-Reads for Summer 2022
Find your perfect warm weather read by checking out our staff’s summer book recommendations!
Using Mind Maps: Visualizing Your Mind
Learn about mind maps and how they can be used as a creative, academic, and personal tool.
Things to Consider When Choosing a Major
Read about a student’s experience choosing a major and what questions helped guide their decision.
Back on the Road: How to Practice Self-Care on Your Commute
Discover ways to relax and rest on your commutes in the second part of our Back on the Road series.
Engineering Your Life: Designing Better Routines
Learn how to improve your time management using advice from engineering staff and students in the second part of the Engineering Your Life series.
Engineering Your Life: Designing Better Health
Insights from engineering professors and students on applying engineering concepts and ideas to improve your overall health, diet, and sleep.
Building Your Digital Avatar Using LinkedIn
Develop your digital identity using these LinkedIn tips and resources.
How to Have Self-Compassion in Academics
Read about how Alex learned to have self-compassion and how it can improve your academic experience.
Let’s Talk Personal Finance
Maitreyi shares a few things about money she wishes she knew in her first year at UBC.
Zoom in Style: Best Places to Call on Campus
A guide to the best locations across campus to host Zoom meetings.
Expert Tips to Ace Your Exams
Learn some expert tips from a fourth-year student that has taken exams both online and in-person.
What You Need to Know in December: Winter Wrap Up!
Weather the winter season! Check out these great resources and upcoming events to finish December strong!
Volunteering: What I Have Learned
A personal reflection from Rosemary on volunteering and resources to help get you connected to volunteer opportunities!
Humans of IKB: Student Staff Edition
Everyone encounters challenges at university – you’re not alone! Get to know our student staff team, and their advice for how to overcome common university concerns.
