Event Information

The Alumni Connection – Build Your Network, Shape Your Career, Transform Your Life

Hosted by Alumni UBC at Wesbrook 100

Where can we find meaningful professional connections? How do we use these to find a job? Few students realize the amazing opportunities the UBC alumni network offers. We want to change that. This session is for students who want to build stronger professional connections and set themselves up for success.

Get to Know Your Student Union - The AMS

Hosted by the AMS at NEST 2306/09

This workshop is your introduction to the AMS! Find out what we’re up to and how you can get involved in shaping your student experience. The Alma Mater Society (AMS) of UBC Vancouver is the largest student union in Canada, representing 60,000+ members of the UBC student community. More information: www.ams.ubc.ca

Let's Get Moving!

Hosted by UBC Athletics and Recreation at Hennings 201

As you transition into university, it is integral to incorporate physical activity into your routine. Discover ways to make friends, achieve academic success, and be physically and mentally well. Learn about everything UBC Recreation has to offer for UBC students, from intramurals, fitness, beginner programs, wellbeing walks, and more!

Sustainability and Zero Waste at UBC

Hosted by Campus and Community Planning at Buchanan B 215

This workshop invites participants to be leaders in UBC’s culture of sustainability. During this workshop, participants will develop a solid understanding of climate change fundamentals and UBC’s sustainability commitments. Through discussion and activities, they will also learn how to effectively sort waste, reduce their environmental impact through mindful consumption practices, as well as support climate action on campus.

How to Find Work & Research Opportunities at UBC

Hosted by UBC Career Centre at Hebb 100

The UBC Career Centre will offer an overview of the various work and research opportunities available to students at UBC and provide insights on the tools to find and apply for paid on and off campus jobs. Programs discussed will include Work Learn, Undergraduate Research Awards, Co-op programs, as well as all other work opportunities available to students. UBC Alumni will also share their stories of how they gained work experience while at UBC.

SAVE Lives: Harm Reduction & Naloxone Training

Hosted by Student Health and Wellbeing at UBC Life Building 2212

There is currently a toxic drug supply in British Columbia and Canada, and accidental drug poisoning continues to be a major public health crisis. In this 50-minute workshop, you will reflect on substance use and its impacts and gain practical strategies for safer substance use, as well as how to respond to accidental drug poisoning.

5 Skills for Academic Success!

Hosted by the Chapman Learning Commons at Buchanan B 208

Unlock your academic potential! Discover essential skills that will set you up for success. Learn the secrets of time management, effective note-taking, reading textbooks, connecting with professors, and balancing school with life. Sign up now and pave your way to scholastic excellence!

Go Global: International Learning Programs

Hosted by Go Global at Buchanan B 213

Go Global is the central office on campus that helps students participate in international learning programs. Through this interactive workshop you will meet other students who are interested in travel and learn about the various programs that our office helps to support. Students will reflect on their own goals, interests and passions in relation to international programs and create a plan for incorporating travel into their academic studies.

Canadian Culture

Hosted by International Student Advising at Hebb 114

The Canadian Culture session is designed for new international students attending UBC, and aims to provide valuable insights and foster a deeper understanding of Canadian culture and multiculturalism. This interactive session is an excellent opportunity to explore and navigate the rich tapestry of cultural diversity in Canada. Through engaging discussions, activities, and shared experiences, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of Canadian customs, traditions, and social norms, and gain some tools to help you create a space for yourself in your new home. Join us for this engaging session, where you'll gain the knowledge and skills to navigate Canadian culture and forge meaningful connections throughout your international student journey in Canada.

Sext Education 101: Let's Talk about Consent!

Hosted by the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) at Buchanan B 211

"Dive into the world of consent in sexting with 'Sext Education 101: Let's Talk About Consent'! Explore boundaries, challenge society’s unwritten rules, understand individual consent, and embrace your ability to ask, say YES, and NO. Join us for a digital revolution in sexual empowerment."

Dear Future Self: Exploring Your Career at UBC

Hosted by the UBC Career Centre at UBC Life Building 2201

Discover how you can make the most of your UBC experience to learn about yourself, find your community, and access the building blocks of your career.

Community Action: Self and Vancouver Exploration

Hosted by the Centre for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL) at Buchanan B 210

This workshop empowers students to take part in community action while at UBC through reflecting on personal values, skills and identities as a basis for community action and developing your own community action plan grounded in the Vancouver context.

Develop your Financial Wellness

Hosted by the Enrolment Service Advisors at Wesbrook 201

Start the year right by sorting out your finances! Join the Enrolment Services Advising (ESA) team to learn how to manage your tuition fees and payments, qualify for scholarships, apply for government loans and build your financial wellbeing. Learn how your Enrolment Services Advisor can help you with budgeting and accessing resources on campus. Get connected with the Financial Wellness Peers and learn how they can help you expand your financial know-how throughout the year. Cover it all at Jump Start then take advantage of the support that’s available to you while you’re at UBC. Know your money matters are managed so you can confidently take on school. The ESAs look forward to meeting you there!