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Vegan in Vancouver: Beyond UBC

By Roshni on June 27, 2025 |Tagged with:food, fun, restaurants, Student Reflections, vegan

Learn about Vancouver’s incredible vegan scene with Roshni’s favourite restaurant finds!

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I Tried It! DIY Stickers

By Natalia on June 20, 2025 |Tagged with:art, DIY, fun, stickers, Student Reflections

Whenever I look at my sad, plain belongings, I feel the urge to decorate them, but the stickers I find rarely match my vision or fit my budget. That’s why I jumped on the chance to make my own stickers using supplies I already had at home. Now, I invite you to join me on […]

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Summer Escapades: Travelling on a Student Budget

By Yanya on May 23, 2025 |Tagged with:explore, fun, Student Reflections, travel

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly adventure, here are some of our top picks for a weekend getaway.

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How To Be A Person of The Great Outdoors (temporarily): Explore Vancouver!

By Oishi on April 18, 2025 |Tagged with:explore, fun, Student Reflections, travel

If you are like me, and the prospect of spending the day mooching about the great indoors excites you: hello, pleased to meet you, my indoor brethren. However, as my friend says, “we must touch some grass.” She is right. So, to make the most of the sunny days we get in Vancouver, we should […]

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I Tried It! Meditating Everyday For a Week

By Manya on March 21, 2025 |Tagged with:fun, health, learning, mindfulness, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Follow Manya’s journey in learning the importance of taking care of ourselves to manage stress and staying happy!

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Winterizing Your Skincare Routine

By Roshni on February 14, 2025 |Tagged with:fun, health, Skills for life, skincare

Disclaimer: None of this is a paid advertisement – these are just products I like to use and that work for me! As the chill of winter settles in, I always notice a significant shift in my skin’s condition. The combination of cold weather and dry indoor heat leaves my skin feeling parched and uncomfortable. […]

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Dare to Thrift? Best Spots to Shop in Metro-Vancouver

By Lindsay on December 6, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Resources

Finding the perfect pair of jorts at the thrift can be a blissful moment, making up for all the time spent rummaging through the racks on an early morning weekend. From the funky array of studded jewelry located at Kerrisdale’s Salvation Army to the endless selection of baby-tees and vintage sweaters at UBC’s “Get Thrifty”; […]

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Reviewing IKB’s Fidget Tools!

By Xelena on November 22, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Resources, studying

Long lectures and study sessions can make me feel so antsy, but I’ve found that fidget tools can help ease that restlessness I get from staying focused for too long. Now that fidgets are available to loan at IKB, I can just hop on over to the help desk to borrow a fidget during those […]

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Hungry For Good Food? Try These 3 Hearty Recipes!

By David on November 8, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, new students, Skills for life

Discover 3 delicious recipes that range from vegan to gluten-free!

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I Tried it!: A New Aesthetic For a Week

By Selene on October 11, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Student Reflections

Ever wanted to try a new style? Read more to hear how it went for Selene’s take on the “cinephile-core” aesthetic!

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CLC Zine! – September 2024

By CLC Assistants on September 13, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Student Reflections

Fully written, designed, and crafted by the student assistants of the CLC, this zine is all about relaxation and recharging during these busy times.

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Demystifying Skincare

By Angela on August 2, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, health, Skills for life

Disclaimer: This is not professional medical advice! If you have any concerns, please check with a dermatologist or other certified professionals before making any health-related decisions. From the earlier 10-step routines to the more recent trend of “glass skin”, skincare can almost feel like a fantasy sci-fi world with all its different terms. While part […]

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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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5 Books To Add To Your Summer TBR! 

By Oishi on June 21, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Student Reflections

One of the best things about this time of year is being freed from the many deadlines that cast a shadow over us from the months of September to May. In the summer sunshine you can finally enjoy being outside– touch the grass, feel the sand slip through your fingers, perspire under the shades of […]

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Come with me to Find Fun Activities at the UBC Libraries!

By Ciara on May 10, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Resources, Student Reflections

Discover some of the fun, non-academic resources UBC’s libraries have to offer!

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Clear Space, Clear Mind: Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks!

By Angela on April 26, 2024 |Tagged with:cleaning, fun, Skills for life

It’s that time of year – spring is here! Welcome the season with open arms and a clean space with these quick tips.

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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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Best Bathrooms on Campus!

By Gaby on March 29, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, new students

Got to go but don’t know where? Here is a quick rundown on some of the best bathrooms on campus!

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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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Reading Week? Let’s Adventure!

By Prannav on February 16, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, Student Reflections

Discover the ultimate getaway guide for Reading Week adventures around Vancouver, from the snowy slopes of Whistler to the surf of Tofino.

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Affordable Bites Near Campus

By Tasnuva on February 2, 2024 |Tagged with:fun, new students, Student Reflections

A short guide to some good food places that are both affordable and within 20 minutes of commute from UBC!

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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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4 Fiction Books by UBC Faculty for your Next Library Trip

By Manzura on November 10, 2023 |Tagged with:books, fun, Student Reflections

This post introduces students to fiction books written by UBC faculty members, that will be a fun read for anyone.

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Care for a Spook? Campus Ghost Tales

By Angela on October 27, 2023 |Tagged with:blogpost, fall, fun, ghoststories, halloween

Want to get into the Halloween spirit? Read on for a compilation of ghost stories around UBC!

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Food in a Flash: Where to Find Fast Food on Campus

By Oishi on September 29, 2023 |Tagged with:fun, health, new students, Resources

Where to get food at lightning speed for a thundering stomach!

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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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Humans of IKB: Behind the Services

By lucaspractice on August 19, 2022 |Tagged with:fun, learning commons, new students

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.

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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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Must-Reads for Summer 2022

By Nana on July 1, 2022 |Tagged with:fun, health, motivation

Find your perfect warm weather read by checking out our staff’s summer book recommendations!

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What to Consider Before You Start Content Creating

By Ozioma on June 24, 2022 |Tagged with:fun, online, Resources

Are you thinking about creating content but don’t know where to begin? Here are some tips to get you started.

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GitHub: Free Access to Software and Subscriptions

By Sarah on April 22, 2022 |Tagged with:focus, fun, learning, Skills for life

Learn more about GitHub, its student developer package, and the free benefits that you can apply for as a student.

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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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Must-Reads for Reading Week 2022

By Bryan on February 25, 2022 |Tagged with:fun, health, motivation

Our Reading Week must-reads list has returned for 2022! Find your next page-turner by checking out our staff’s book recommendations.

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New Online Board of Thoughts Announcement!

By Sarah on February 11, 2022 |Tagged with:fun, learning commons, online

Learn more about the new online Board of Thoughts: a community project that aims to foster conversation between students.

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Must-Reads for Reading Week 2021

By Johnson on November 5, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, health, motivation

Back by popular demand, a must-reads list for Reading Week 2021!

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Humans of IKB: Student Staff Edition

By Kira on November 3, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, health, learning commons, new students

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.

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Transform Chores and Commutes with Audiobooks!

By Joe on October 1, 2021 |Tagged with:focus, fun, Skills for life

Let yourself be convinced about the joys and advantages of audiobooks for time-strapped wannabe readers or learners, with recommendations and links to free resources!

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A Brief Tour of UBC’s History

By Stanley on September 10, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, new students, summer

In this post, we take a journey into UBC’s history to understand how UBC has transformed into a great citadel of learning, in just over a century.

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4 Podcasts for Succeeding in University

By Lina on August 20, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, new students, Resources, Skills for life

Here are four podcasts you need to listen to if you want to learn more about university life and productivity.

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Humans of IKB

By Annika on June 28, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, health, learning, learning commons, new students

Everyone encounters challenges at university – you’re not alone! Get to know our staff team, and their advice for how to overcome common university concerns.

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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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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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What You Need to Know in May: Summer Events and Resources

By Tiffany on May 1, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, new students, online, Resources, skills for class

Whether you’re kicking off a new semester, or kicking back to lounge in the sun, we’ve got resources to share with you!

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