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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 that 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 about these events here.
Your Schedule
Things to note
Getting to campus: There are a number of different ways of commuting to UBC. Learn about your transportation options.
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
We’re committed to making UBC a welcoming and accessible place for everyone. Here are some key resources that can support your experience on campus:
- Getting Around Campus: Use the Wayfinding Map to find accessible paths, entrances, and building features.
- Gender-Inclusive Washrooms: Learn about the locations of gender-neutral bathroom spaces across campus.
- Disability Access & Ongoing Support: The Centre for Accessibility provides long-term and ongoing accommodations for students with permanent disabilities or chronic health conditions, helping remove barriers to your full participation at UBC. Connect with them if you are requiring formal disability accommodations.
- Questions about Accessibility at UBC? Check out our FAQ.
Need to contact us?
If you have any accessibility requests during Jump Start or 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.
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.
University-wide events & activities
UBC Recreation Free Week
From September 8 - 14, 2025, UBC Recreation's Free Week will feature a variety of opportunities for you to try different classes, activities and sports. Open to all students, programs and events happen in various UBC Recreation facilities across campus. No experience is required and all abilities are welcome. You won't want to miss out!
Homecoming
On UBC's Vancouver campus, Homecoming is a celebrated tradition to kick-off the academic year and it's our biggest annual school spirit event. This year, join us from September 15 - 21, 2025, for a weekend of celebration, reconnection & cheering on your UBC Thunderbirds.
Events & activities in your faculty
A great way to help you get orientated to life in your Faculty is by attending an Undergraduate Society event. Your Undergraduate Society is the student government located in your faculty. Events they host vary between faculties, but they are all designed to help you have fun, meet people and find your place in your Faculty community. Learn more about your faculty/school's specific programming:
