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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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Enhance Daily Productivity and Motivation with Exercise

By Sam O on April 16, 2021 |Tagged with:Exams, fun, health, motivation

Struggling to get work done with online classes? Learn how to implement exercising to enhance your productivity!

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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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How to Achieve Balance during Reading Week

By Ivy on February 15, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, motivation, Student Reflections, Time Management

We all approach reading week differently. Ivy shares why it is important to make time for both relaxing and studying!

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Must-Reads for Reading Week

By Johnson on February 12, 2021 |Tagged with:fun, health, motivation

Itching for something to read or just plain bored? We’ve curated a list of all of our favorite books for you to enjoy over reading week!

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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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Why Keeping a To-Do List is a Good Idea

By Alina on January 29, 2021 |Tagged with:focus, fun, learning, online, skills for class, Skills for life, work

All work and no play makes for a sad to-do list – here’s how to make it better!

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Special Winter Edition – The Perfect Winter Themed Study Breaks!

By Madeleine on November 27, 2020 |Tagged with:focus, fun, health, motivation, online, studying, Time Management, work

This time of year can seem dark and dreary, but these fun activities will spice-up your study breaks! Take a look at some ways that you can eat, craft, and exercise your way out of the winter blues!

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The Pros, the Cons, and the How-To’s of Work School Balance

By Madeleine on October 23, 2020 |Tagged with:fun, learn outside classroom, Skills for life, Time Management, work

Should you work part-time during your studies at UBC? Read all about the pros and cons of doing so, and how to manage your priorities if you do!

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3 Tips for Eating Cheaper without Cooking Every Meal

By Minori on August 14, 2020 |Tagged with:fun, health, new students, Resources, Skills for life

If you have been having a hard time budgeting your food allowance, Minori shares a few tips and recipes that will give you the best bang for your buck!

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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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