How To Make Your Job Application Stand Out From The Rest
If you’re job hunting, this blog provides practical advice and tools to optimize your applications for AI screening, visual appeal, and tailored content, empowering you to stand out to recruiters.
Workday Student Tips: Working with Workday (Part 2)
Gain some more practical tips and tricks to help you navigate UBC’s Workday system.
Reconnect! Things We Have For You to Explore
The Learning Commons is much more than just a study space – I’ve found so many resources to help me beyond the classroom. When you find an interlude, here are three I’ve loved using and hope you might try! Thanks for reading! What’s your favourite Learning Commons resource? Graphics by CLC Peer Advisor David Li
Workday Student Tips: Working With Workday (Part 1)
Gain some practical tips and tricks to help you navigate UBC’s Workday system!
How to Deal With 0.5 hrs of Daylight in the Winter
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. […]
Dare to Thrift? Best Spots to Shop in Metro-Vancouver
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”; […]
An Introduction to Land Acknowledgements
Looking to add a land acknowledgement to your next event? Learn how to construct one with care and intention!
Guide to IKBLC for Neurodivergent Students
Discover information on accessible spaces and resources relevant to neurodivergent students’ needs.
Overcoming Appointment Anxiety
Appointments can be scary! Learn how to navigate and validate those fears.
All Things Imagine Day
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 […]
New to BC? Start here!
Prepare for a smooth transition to UBC in British Columbia with tips on transportation, job opportunities, and building a new community.
Come with me to Find Fun Activities at the UBC Libraries!
Discover some of the fun, non-academic resources UBC’s libraries have to offer!
Bored of Campus Living? Check Out These Neighbourhoods.
Looking for neighbourhoods to live off campus? Check out these rankings of four popular Vancouver neighbourhoods near UBC!
Clubs on Campus: Finding Your Home Away From Home
Learn about building your community through exploring the various clubs on Campus
Surviving Vancouver’s Snow Days: A Checklist for Success
Surviving Vancouver’s Snow Days: A checklist for Success on dealing with snow in the city.
Plant-based Options at UBC!
Discover some awesome vegan options across UBC’s campus, catering to both seasoned vegans and those exploring plant-based alternatives!
Making the Most Out of the AMS Student Health Care Plan
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.
Food in a Flash: Where to Find Fast Food on Campus
Where to get food at lightning speed for a thundering stomach!
Preparing for Interviews
Are you getting ready for an interview but not sure where to start? Look no further!
The Ultimate Guide to Time Management – Part 1
Curious about how to become more efficient with your time? Read Sam’s post to learn strategies on how to use online tools to maximize your time!
What to Consider Before You Start Content Creating
Are you thinking about creating content but don’t know where to begin? Here are some tips to get you started.
Study Apps & Tools for Final Exam Season
Discover apps and tools to support your learning and enhance productivity during final exam season.
Making the Most of Office Hours
Discover how the use of office hours, academic advice resources, and building rapport with professors can be beneficial to your academic career.
What You Need to Know in January: Online and Hybrid Learning Essentials!
Set yourself up for success during the new term! Get involved by checking out upcoming January events and online learning resources.
Why You Should Take the Transferrable Skills Quiz
Feel lost in your career prospects? Learn why our quiz can help you find your bearings.
Ask Yourself: How do you Learn?
A blog post that begins to join the dots on how self-knowledge promotes learning, and how the Approach to Learning self-assessment helps that!
Mapping Your University Community
As a UBC community member, you have access to all the resources you need in order to make your own maps and learn how to use mapping to the benefit of your communities.
Find Housing – Our Brand New Resource Guide!
Know all of the deadlines, tips, and tricks on looking for and securing a spot on campus or off-campus, whichever is your preference!
Getting Involved on Campus
Check out this blog to learn about the different ways you can get involved on campus.
Try Our Quizzes!
Curious about your habits and approaches to learning, time management, and more? Take one of our quizzes to find out!
4 Podcasts for Succeeding in University
Here are four podcasts you need to listen to if you want to learn more about university life and productivity.
Choosing Courses at UBC Part 2: Considering Online Learning
Sanjana writes about her considerations of faculty requirements, accountability, time, and lecture format for online courses.
Our Equipment Lending Service is Back!
See what we’re offering this summer!
Choosing Courses at UBC Part 1: What Do I Want?
Lina lists out the factors she considers when choosing a course, starting with the course’s topic and instructor and her academic objectives.
Congrats, Grads!
This graduation season, we’re sharing some essential resources for new beginnings!
What You Need to Know in June: Events, Exams, and Course Registration Tips!
Happy Pride month! We’ve gathered our best resources for exams, research, and course registration – as well as some awesome events! Take a look!
What’s an “External Email Security Warning Tag”?
On May 5th, UBC will implement an External Email Security Warning Tag on Student and Alumni email accounts to help identify phishing by flagging possibly suspicious emails.
What You Need to Know in May: Summer Events and Resources
Whether you’re kicking off a new semester, or kicking back to lounge in the sun, we’ve got resources to share with you!
Residence: Planning Ahead for Year-Round Housing
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!
My Journey to Getting Better With Money
Learn about how Keli’s discovered how to create a budget that works for her.
