Modern Mindfulness: A Journey from the Buddha to the Lab
Online virtual eventRobert McClure will discuss what makes mindfulness and science a modern paradigm.
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Sheldon Pierre Louis Artist Talk
Online virtual eventAs an artist, Sheldon Pierre Louis likes to use his platform as a vessel for change. Art can be an educational tool, a conversational opening, as well as a political weapon.
Candid Conversations: Climate Change in Education & Supporting Youth Mental Health
Online virtual eventJoin UBC’s Dean of Education, Dr. Jan Hare, for an online speaker series focusing on important questions and significant priorities that are engaging educators today.
Candid Conversations: Race & Inequality in School Systems
Online virtual eventJoin the Dean of Education, Dr. Jan Hare, for an online speaker series focusing on important questions and significant priorities that are engaging educators today.
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Climate Justice and Educational Responsibility
Online virtual eventJoin Dr. Jan Hare for a conversation with award-winning author and journalist Naomi Klein, and documentary filmmaker, journalist, and educator Avi Lewis.
Présentation du film “Au revoir le bonheur”
University Centre (UNC) - UBCSUO Theatre 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaCome celebrate Canadian cinema by attending a free indoor performance of Au Revoir le bonheur.
Race & Inequality in School Systems
Online virtual eventJoin UBC’s Dean of Education, Dr. Jan Hare, for an online speaker series focusing on important questions and significant priorities that are engaging educators today.
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Paws for Applause: A B.A.R.K. 10 year celebration
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) – Richard S. Hallisey Atrium (Lower atrium) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin B.A.R.K. for a celebration!
Speed Friending en français
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) - Global Collegium 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaSocial event for French speakers and learners
Soirée de film: Ténor
Campus Administration Building (ADM) - University Theatre (ADM026) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin Espaces francophones for Soirée de film (movie night) to watch Ténor. While working part-time as a food deliveryman, Antoine, an aspiring young rapper from the suburbs of Paris, meets Mrs. Loyseau, an eminent teacher at the Paris Opéra. Stunned by the young man's raw talent, she introduces him to the world of opera. As […]
Amitié Express (Christmas version)
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) - Global Collegium 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin Espaces francophones for this Christmas-themed social to talk about your holiday traditions in French
Atelier d’écriture
University Centre (UNC) - First and Second Year Collegium 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin espaces francophones for this creative writing workshop with our French academic assistant.
Crêpe Breakfast (Petit-dejeuner avec des crêpes)
University Centre (UNC) 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin Espaces francophones for our end of the term crêpe breakfast with hot chocolate to get started on your day and socialize with other francophones!
Common Schools for Civic Equals: on the goods of common schooling
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin Dr. Philip Cook, University of Edinburgh, as he discusses common schools for civic equals.
Documentary Film Screening: Backlash, Misogyny in the Digital Age
Campus Administration Building (ADM) - University Theatre (ADM026) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaFeature-length documentary produced by La Ruelle Films which takes a relevant look at the impact and the scourge of cyberviolence.
Thesis Defence: Digital Games-based Learning: Minecraft in the 21st Century Classroom
Online virtual eventJulie Partridge will defend their thesis titled "Digital Games-based Learning: Minecraft in the 21st Century Classroom."
Thesis Defence: How Core Competencies and Non-academic Skills are used in Admission Decisions at British Columbian Universities
Online virtual eventCharlson Tang will defend their thesis.
Soirée Cinéma pour les étudiant.e.s: Fatima (Movie Night)
Campus Administration Building (ADM) - University Theatre (ADM026) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin Espaces francophones for Soirée de film (movie night) to watch Fatima.
3MT Practice Session
The Commons (COM) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaPractice makes perfect.
Atelier d’écriture (Creative Writing Workshop)
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) - Global Collegium 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaCome write in French or share your endeavours with other French writing enthusiasts
Working the Ideas—Enlarging and Deepening Understandings: Sharing a meal, our learnings, and co-curricular experiences
Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin local and national scholars, including Indigenous educators and Canadian Research Chairs, as they discuss their efforts to decolonize programs and practices to generate a conversation with local educators, scholars and community members.
Syilx Voices and Reflection: Education’s Roles/Responsibilities Across/Around Turtle Island
University Centre (UNC) - Ballroom 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin a conversation circle comprised of local and national scholars, including Indigenous educators, Canadian Research Chairs and curricular theorists, as they reflect on local and regional decolonizing curricular efforts.
Amitié Express (Speed Friending in French)
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) - Global Collegium 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaSocial event for French speakers and learners
Thesis Defence: From Computational Thinking to Thoughtful Computing: Perspectives on Physical Computing in Maker-Centered Education
Engineering, Management, and Education Building (EME) 1137 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaHo Chung Law will defend their thesis.
Ça fait jaser : Journée internationale de la francophonie
Campus Administration Building (ADM) - University Theatre (ADM026) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, CanadaJoin us for the 25th Rendez-vous de la Francophonie wine and cheese and film screening
