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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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How to Deal With 0.5 hrs of Daylight in the Winter

By Roshni on January 3, 2025 |Tagged with:health, Resources, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Surviving with half an hour of daylight during the winter months can be a challenge. But fear not! There are ways to cope with the limited sunlight hours. Vancouver winters can feel a bit gloomy. The short daylight hours catch you by surprise as the sun sets. One moment, it’s midday. Next, it’s dark outside. […]

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Not Heading Home for the Holidays? Tips for Feeling Less Homesick Over Winter Break

By Thao on December 20, 2024 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life, Student Reflections

As an international student from Vietnam living in Vancouver for the past three years, I often feel homesick during the winter break, especially around Christmas and New Year—times when I usually spend with my family. Over the years, I’ve gathered some tips to help ease homesickness during this season. 1. Cook Up Some Cozy Feelings […]

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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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My Skincare Journey

By Nuriya on May 24, 2024 |Tagged with:health, lifestyle, Skills for life, student life, Student Reflections

Disclaimer: All content is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions. Finding my Routine Being a teen with dry skin seemed easy to me. I didn’t have any acne, and I was grateful for that. Without […]

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Stuck in a Rut? Get Re-energized by Trying New Things!

By Payal on March 22, 2024 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life, Student Reflections, studying

Find easy ways to incorporate new experiences into your daily life to keep life interesting, even on the busiest of days!

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I Tried It! 7 Days of Veggies

By Nuriya on March 8, 2024 |Tagged with:cooking, food, health, lifestyle, Skills for life

Read about a student’s journey on eating more vegetables.

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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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Plant-based Options at UBC!

By Val on November 24, 2023 |Tagged with:food, health, Resources, vegan

Discover some awesome vegan options across UBC’s campus, catering to both seasoned vegans and those exploring plant-based alternatives!

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Making the Most Out of the AMS Student Health Care Plan

By Gabrielle on November 17, 2023 |Tagged with:health, Resources, student life, Student Resources

Learn what the AMS Student Health Care Plan covers and how easy it is to use through my own experience using it for the first time.

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Disconnect to Reconnect: A Guide to “Digital Detoxing”

By Yanya on November 3, 2023 |Tagged with:detox, digital detox, health, learning, Skills for life, Student Reflections, technology

Discover how to find balance in the digital age through my digital detox journey and practical tips for a healthier, happier student life.

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I tried it! Journaling for a week

By Mika on October 13, 2023 |Tagged with:health, learning, mental health, mindfulness, Skills for life, Student Reflections, writing

This blog post will help students to feel empowered with the knowledge they need to start journaling and understand how journaling can benefit their overall health!

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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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Exam Period Meditation Space

By lisa fay popplewell on May 31, 2023 |Tagged with:Exams, health, wellbeing

Exams are stressful. Visit our quiet space to re-group thoughts, meditate, and pray as needed.

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What is a Food Coma and How to Avoid it!

By Leonard on November 18, 2022 |Tagged with:health

Learn about our relationship with food and how food comas could impact our energy level.

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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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Ways to Make Your Own Food in First Year Residences

By Madeleine on June 10, 2022 |Tagged with:health, new students, Skills for life

Learn easy tips and tricks for making your own food in a first year residence.

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Back on the Road: How to Practice Self-Care on Your Commute

By Cindy on April 1, 2022 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life

Discover ways to relax and rest on your commutes in the second part of our Back on the Road series.

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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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Engineering Your Life: Designing Better Health

By Bryan and Sam on February 18, 2022 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life

Insights from engineering professors and students on applying engineering concepts and ideas to improve your overall health, diet, and sleep.

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How to Have Self-Compassion in Academics

By Alex on January 14, 2022 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Read about how Alex learned to have self-compassion and how it can improve your academic experience.

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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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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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Adjusting to a New Place

By Justin on October 22, 2021 |Tagged with:health, international, new students

Justin shares his tips on how to adjust to a new place, based on his personal experience.

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Communicating Your Needs Toolkit

By Rie Namba on August 23, 2021 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life

Learn a 3-step approach to expressing your personal needs in this interactive learning tool!

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Spaces as Time Machines: How to Unlock the Benefits of Nostalgia

By Annika on July 9, 2021 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life, summer

Does nostalgia always have to make you feel sad? Check out Annika’s post to learn how to unlock the benefits of nostalgia.

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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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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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A Guide to Spring Cleaning and Why You Should Do It (Hint: It’s Good For You)

By Geneviève on May 14, 2021 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life

Refresh and reset for the new season with some spring cleaning tips!

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How Digital Tattoo can help you learn more about your online life

By Sam S on May 7, 2021 |Tagged with:health, online, showcase, Skills for life

Learn more about the Digital Tattoo project and how it can support a more informed use of social media.

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What questions about social media haven’t we asked ourselves?

By Annika on April 30, 2021 |Tagged with:health, online, Skills for life

There are a lot of questions to ask ourselves when it comes to social media use – check out Annika’s post to start reflecting!

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A Positive Approach to Facing University

By Alina on April 23, 2021 |Tagged with:health, new students, Student Reflections

By revealing our imperfections, recognizing our fragileness, we are made human and complete.

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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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The Danger of Reference Points

By Chris on April 9, 2021 |Tagged with:health, motivation, Student Reflections

We compare ourselves to others constantly, often to our own detriment. Chris sheds some light on how reference points make silver medal winners and heavy social media users unhappy.

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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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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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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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Learning at Home: Setting up a Study Space and Study-Pace

By Lina on October 16, 2020 |Tagged with:health, learn outside classroom, learning, online, Resources, studying, Time Management

How have you adapted to online learning? This week, Lina walks us through setting up ergonomic study spaces and scheduling for success!

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Beware, Not All Advice Is Good Advice

By Celia on September 11, 2020 |Tagged with:health, learning, Skills for life

As we’re entering the beginning of our winter semester, you may find yourself on the receiving end of a lot of people’s well intended advice. Click here to find out why I’m telling you not to listen to them.

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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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They’re Going to Find Out!

By Celia on August 7, 2020 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life, Student Reflections

Impostor Syndrome is a common phrase that’s flung around these days. What exactly is it and what can we do to manage it?

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Phone Phobia: Tips for Calling for When You Just Can’t Text Instead

By Minori on July 3, 2020 |Tagged with:health, Resources, Skills for life

Do you ever get nervous about making an unavoidable call on the phone? Here are some tips to help ease your phone phobia!

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Self Confidence for When You Are in a Slump

By Celia on June 17, 2020 |Tagged with:health, motivation, Student Reflections

As a student, you have a number of different skill sets that make you particularly appealing to employers. Read further to find out what they are!

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Mental Health and Balancing Student Work Life

By Kartik on April 27, 2020 |Tagged with:health, online, work

In this post we will focus on mental health and students’ work life, focusing in particular on part time jobs students have while studying. 

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Mindfulness Meditation as a tool for Mental Health and Academic Success.

By Matheus on February 11, 2020 |Tagged with:health, Skills for life

Do you wonder why we have negative or positive thoughts? Meditators believe it stems from the formation of attachments to our thoughts and behaviors.

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Mental Health and Students’ Academic Lives

By Kartik on December 20, 2019 |Tagged with:health, Student Reflections

Everyone has mental health. Many of us struggle with mental health problems and some of us will experience mental illness. As a student, your mental health matters. 

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