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All Things Imagine Day 

By Yanya on August 30, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learning, new students, Resources, Skills for life

Imagine Day at UBC is one of those events that I’ll never forget. When I first arrived on campus, it was all about getting to know the place, meeting new people (including some of my future professors!), and figuring out what university life was all about. But here’s a little secret I’ve learned over the […]

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Our Top 5 Must-Read Blog Posts to Gear Up for this Year

By Maxwell on August 23, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, Resources, skills for class, Skills for life, Student Reflections, studying

1. Tips to Prepare for Courses Effectively  If you want to start your year off right, this blog is for you! Whether you’re a first-year or fourth-year there is truly something for everyone here. I find myself returning to school in September each year desperately trying to avoid the mistakes I made the year before; […]

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UBC’s Hall of Fame

By Yanya on July 19, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun

Did you know that UBC has hosted a variety of famous personalities, from Nobel laureates to royalty, and even a former First Lady? As UBC students, you might have seen filming on campus or recognized it in the background of your favourite shows and movies, making UBC one of the most filmed locations in the […]

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Peaceful Playing: Relaxing Video Game Recommendations

By Dixie on July 5, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, Student Reflections

Fight away the boredom with these comfy and relaxing video games!

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Pets of the CLC

By Madeleine on April 19, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, pets, Student Reflections

Meet the pets of the CLC!

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Best Coffee on Campus: Dare to Disagree

By Jaya on April 12, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, food, fun, Student Reflections, studying

Learn about some of the popular places to get coffee on campus!

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Bored of Campus Living? Check Out These Neighbourhoods.

By Jaya on April 5, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, Housing, new students, Resources, Skills for life

Looking for neighbourhoods to live off campus? Check out these rankings of four popular Vancouver neighbourhoods near UBC!

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Hitting the Slopes: Tips For Your First Ski!

By Laura on March 15, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, Student Reflections

I first learned how to ski from my dad when I was just 7 years old and switched over to snowboarding when I was 12. Although I was nervous at first to try such an extreme sport, both experiences have been some of the best decisions I have ever made! Want to try skiing or […]

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Finding your Chosen Family on Campus

By Mika on March 1, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, Student Reflections

Before starting first year, I so nervous to meet a whole bunch of new people and find my place in such a large university! With so many clubs, volunteer opportunities, and jobs on campus, I found it difficult to figure out where to start. After a bit of trial and error, here’s how I found […]

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Common Plants and Animals on Campus

By Jaya on January 26, 2024 |Tagged with:animals, extracurricular, fun, health, outdoors, plants

Learn about some of the plants and animals that can be found around campus, as well as tips on how to identify them!

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Clubs on Campus: Finding Your Home Away From Home

By Yasmeen on January 19, 2024 |Tagged with:campus engagement, clubs, extracurricular, fun, new students, Resources, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Learn about building your community through exploring the various clubs on Campus

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Surviving Vancouver’s Snow Days: A Checklist for Success

By Areej on January 12, 2024 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, new students, Resources, Skills for life, snow

Surviving Vancouver’s Snow Days: A checklist for Success on dealing with snow in the city.

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Winter Break 2023 Wrap-Up!

By Angela on December 15, 2023 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, winter break

“2023 is almost over? No way!” is what I keep thinking as December comes to a close. But, after a term full of (what seems like) endless midterms and assignments, we could all definitely use the time to kick back and relax. Winter break is perfect to do just that, so we’ve put together a […]

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The Best Outdoor Study Spots at UBC

By Maxwell on September 22, 2023 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, health, learning, Resources, studying

This blog post aims to help students at UBC discover the best outdoor study spots on campus, providing insights into each location’s features and ambiance.

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Things to Do at UBC that will Make your Day Brighter

By Angela on March 31, 2023 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun

Check out this blog post by Angela to discover the hidden gems of campus events that can turn your daily schedule into an exciting one!

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A Guide for Hard-Working Students

By Kalli and Jacob on March 24, 2023 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learning, Skills for life

If you are wondering how to balance part-time work or volunteering alongside your studies — check out this student-led guide which discusses the benefits and drawbacks of working as a student!

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Deeper Insight into the Learning Exchange

By Sarah on July 22, 2022 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, Skills for life

Learn more about the UBC Learning Exchange, what services are offered, and how you can get started as a volunteer.

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Food to Cure Homesickness

By Sara on March 11, 2022 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, health

Learn some tips and tricks to help you turn your food cravings from home into a reality, including finding ingredients and restaurants.

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What You Need to Know in January: Online and Hybrid Learning Essentials!

By Sara on January 21, 2022 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, Resources

Set yourself up for success during the new term! Get involved by checking out upcoming January events and online learning resources.

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Let’s Talk Personal Finance

By Maitreyi on January 7, 2022 |Tagged with:extracurricular, Skills for life, work

Maitreyi shares a few things about money she wishes she knew in her first year at UBC.

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How to Find Bliss with Your New Roommates

By Ozioma on December 3, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, health, new students, Skills for life

A complete guide on how to get along with your new roommates.

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What You Need to Know in December: Winter Wrap Up!

By Fariha on December 1, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students

Weather the winter season! Check out these great resources and upcoming events to finish December strong!

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What You Need to Know in November: Maintaining Your Academic and Personal Well-Being!

By Katie on November 1, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students

Don’t let the downpour get you down! Get inspired by upcoming events and our student resources this November.

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Why You Should Take the Transferrable Skills Quiz

By Nana on October 29, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, motivation, Resources, work

Feel lost in your career prospects? Learn why our quiz can help you find your bearings.

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What You Need to Know in October: Tips to Continuing First Term Success!

By Katie on October 2, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students

Get ready to jump into Fall! Check out these great resources and upcoming events to thrive this October.

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Getting Involved on Campus

By Sam O on August 27, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, Resources, work

Check out this blog to learn about the different ways you can get involved on campus.

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What You Need to Know in August: New & Returning Student Tips!

By Joe on August 1, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, summer

Get set, ready, and go for the new semester with this blog post!

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Co-Op Tips from an Arts Undergrad

By Sarah on July 23, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, work

Hear about tips, personal experiences, and answers to some of the most asked questions about the Co-Op program.

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Our Equipment Lending Service is Back!

By Rie Namba on June 24, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, Resources, summer

See what we’re offering this summer!

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What You Need to Know in June: Events, Exams, and Course Registration Tips!

By Minori on June 1, 2021 |Tagged with:Exams, extracurricular, fun, new students, Resources

Happy Pride month! We’ve gathered our best resources for exams, research, and course registration – as well as some awesome events! Take a look!

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How to build confidence as an introverted minority

By Tam on May 28, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, health, learning, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Learn how an introverted minority student builds her confidence during her time at UBC.

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New Quiz Announcement!

By Alina on May 27, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, learning, Skills for life

What are some transferable skills that you’ve gained during your time at university? Take this quiz and find out…

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Residence: Planning Ahead for Year-Round Housing

By Sara on April 2, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, international, new students, Resources, Student Reflections

Are you worried about not being able to find a housing spot for next year? Whether you’re looking on campus or off-campus, this blog will show you where you start!

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My Journey to Getting Better With Money

By Keli on March 12, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learning, Resources, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Learn about how Keli’s discovered how to create a budget that works for her.

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Tips & Tricks for First Time Job Hunters

By Kira on March 5, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, Skills for life, Student Reflections, work

Check out Kira’s tips on how to successfully start searching for your first job.

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All You Need for March: Finishing the Term Strong!

By Chris on March 1, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, health, new students, online, Resources, showcase, work

Check out our recommended resources and events for finishing up the semester!

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Connect with the Online UBC (Uni)verse

By Richard on February 26, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, learn outside classroom, Resources, Skills for life

There’s lots to explore at UBC, even if you’re only visiting online – here’s a handy guide to get acquainted!

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Keeping the Spark Alive: Part 1

By Tiffany on February 5, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, learning, online, Resources, Skills for life, Student Reflections

In the first installment of her series, Tiffany shares how to keep up excitement and relationships as we live and learn online.

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All You Need for February: Tips, Reading Week and More

By Stanley on February 1, 2021 |Tagged with:extracurricular, new students, online, Resources, skills for class

Check out our resources, events, and tips for succeeding during midterm season and celebrating reading week!

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The Importance of Seeking Out Mentorship

By Chris on December 18, 2020 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learn outside classroom, learning, Resources, showcase, Skills for life, tutoring and advice

This week, Chris shares how he’s benefitted from seeking out mentorship, and how you can reach out to someone, as well!

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Why Working on Campus is a Great Idea  

By Madeleine on November 13, 2020 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learning, Resources, work

You might be wondering – why would anyone work on campus? This week, Madeleine shares why she finds it so worthwhile, and how you can find a good job to fit your preferences.

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How to Get the Most Out of Your University Experience (Part 1)

By Tiffany on October 9, 2020 |Tagged with:extracurricular, learn outside classroom, Skills for life, work

Are you curious about getting involved at UBC, but lost as to where to start? You’re in luck! Read all about clubs, jobs, and volunteering opportunities in this week’s blog post by Tiffany!

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Things to Do for Free from Home

By Minori on March 24, 2020 |Tagged with:extracurricular, fun, learning, online, Resources

Stuck at home with nothing to do? Here are some free things you can access from home!

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How to Recover from an Interview Failure

By Ivy on January 29, 2020 |Tagged with:extracurricular, Skills for life, work

Your first job interview can be intimidating. For me, my first interview was a nightmare.

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