Pearls of Wisdom
WELCOME
Find everything you need to know about what's planned for your UBC Orientations experience on this page. Check back regularly, as event details are subject to change leading up to the events. Please note: if a last-minute schedule change is required on the day of, you will be updated via email or through your Orientation Leader.
In addition to these great events, your orientation to UBC will be comprised of a wide range of events being hosted from across the University. Learn more.
Your Schedule
Meet Up
- Woodward Courtyard
- 2194 Health Sciences Mall
- Between Copp and Woodward
Connect with your Orientation Leader and fellow new-to-UBC students, and share your excitement for Dental Hygiene.
Faculty Welcome
- Woodward (Instructional Resources Centre-IRC)
- 2194 Health Sciences Mall
Be welcomed by the Director of Dental Hygiene and other integral members of the faculty.
Curriculum Overview
- J. B. MacDonald Building
- 2199 West Mall
An overview of the next 4 years with the Director of the Dental Hygiene program.
Meet a Prof
- J. B. MacDonald Building
- 2199 West Mall
Meet a professor in the faculty for an insightful conversation and lecture.
Welcome to Profession and Lunch
- J. B. MacDonald Building
- 2199 West Mall
Have lunch with the College of Dental Hygiene and enjoy a special welcome.
Building Tour, Lockers, Meet Development
- J. B. MacDonald Building
- 2199 West Mall
Go on a tour of the building, find your lockers, and meet development.
Pep Rally
- Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sport Centre
- 6066 Thunderbird Blvd
Join thousands of other new-to-UBC students from all faculties at the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sport Centre! Celebrate the start of the academic year and hear from featured speakers. It’s the beginning of a new adventure! Please note that this is a large, indoor event with loud noises and strobing lights.
Main Event
- Various Locations on Campus
Visit hundreds of booths along Main Mall hosted by UBC student groups, clubs, and UBC services. Chat with group representatives, sign up for clubs, or take part in activities throughout the fair.
Useful Information
Things to note
Time Zone: The schedule is displayed in Pacific Daylight Time.
In case it rains: If it's raining on the morning of Imagine UBC you will still be meeting your Orientation Group in the same location.
Things to bring: Water bottle, snacks, walking shoes, a rain jacket (just in case), a backpack, pen and paper.
If you have a smartphone: No need to print this page out. You can access this mobile-enabled page on your smartphone. Learn how to connect to UBC's campus-wide secure wireless network.
Accessibility
Gender Neutral bathrooms: Learn more about our inclusive bathroom spaces.
Centre for Accessibility: A central resource which supports removing barriers for students with disabilities and facilitating disability related accommodations.
If you have any accessibility requests during Jump Start, please email orientations.jumpstart@ubc.ca.
Event Photography
Please be aware that photography and some videography will be taking place during Imagine UBC. Official university photographers will make every effort to respect student privacy. You should indicate to photographers if you do not consent to being photographed.
Need to contact us?
For any Jump Start related questions please email us at orientations.jumpstart@ubc.ca.
For all other questions please email us at orientations.info@ubc.ca.
