Mental Health and Students’ Social Lives
We looked at mental health and its effects on academics in the first blog. This time we will look at mental health and its effects on one’s social life.
Combating Winter Blues
Anyone who was in Vancouver for this past summer knows how amazing the weather was. Now that we’re back at school, the weather is starting to match our moods – grey.
What I Would Do Differently If I Could Do University All Over Again
My growing excitement to write this post quickly diminished when I realized my days as a university student was drawing to a close. How do I even begin to pen my experience?
I Think I Can!
Many students may not realize how significant self-efficacy can be to their academic success, let alone know what it means.
Setting Intentions and Getting to Work
It’s here! A new year. A new semester. How do we form more positive habits? We share some of our favourite apps to get the new year started off!
Fall Farewells and Reflections
Self-reflection can help you to further develop your skills, learn from your mistakes, and engage with your learning on a deeper level.
Are We All Just Robots?
University students are often faced with endless streams of assignments, midterms and tests. We are frequently worried about whether we are: taking the right classes to maximize our GPA, getting into that major that will look “competitive” on our CV, and making sure that we are checking off the requirements for graduation. All of this […]
February is Black History Month!
There are many reasons to look forward to the month of February. For many people, it is the chance to tell their loved one how they feel on Valentines Day and even celebrate the community of family on Family Day. But, for many black people around the world including myself, there’s a more significant celebration […]
Confronting the Challenges of a Term
Welcome back to a new and exciting term at UBC! Remember with the start of each new term it’s best to go in with a positive and healthy mindset- don’t let the baggage from the previous semester bring you down. Many students encounter discouragement and the lack of motivation in their university experience. For first […]
Have a Great Summer!
As the term wraps up and the summer approaches, our student team wanted to let you know what they’ve learned and what they’ll be moving on to this summer, and beyond!
Confessions of a Yogi: Part III
Last summer, I decided to attend Kumbh Mela in Ujjain, India. The Kumbh is a massive pilgrimage, hosting individuals from all over the world who gather to bathe in the sacred Ganges River—a symbol of purification and celebration of seeking and experiencing liberation. This open gathering, which occurs once every 12 years, is popularly known […]
Strength in Uncertainty
“Hi, nice to meet you! My name is X. I’m studying X.” After introducing myself, people often ask me: “What kind of jobs are available for your major?” “What can you do with your major?” “Do you have a set plan with what sort of job you will be pursuing after graduation?” When asked these […]
The Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre
For those summer library-goers or students back on campus this week, you may have noticed lots of construction behind the Irving K Barber Library…
Aboriginal (Un)History Month & New Exhibit at MOA
Lawrence Paul Yuxweluptun Yuxweluptun’s art boldly and effectively explores themes of colonialism and unpacks what the term ‘unceded territory’ really means.
Confessions of a Yogi, Part II
CLCA Yadu talks about “the key to more success” and the art of seeking
Confessions of an Uninvolved Student
CLCA Sindhu shares her transition to becoming an “involved” student.
