No technology has promised to reshape humanity as profoundly as artificial intelligence. Its promise—alongside its risks—now forces us to grapple with one of the most consequential debates of the 21st century. Some argue that AI is a powerful tool and an evolutionary step in human history—one that can offload routine tasks and allow humans to […]
The UBCO Heat men's volleyball team hosts their first-ever Canada West playoff series as they battle the Manitoba Bisons in a best-of-three quarter-final series. The Heat, ranked fourth in Canada, and Bisons, ranked eighth in Canada, are meeting in the playoffs for the second straight season. Note: this game will only happen if required. If […]
Feeling stuck in a work routine and curious about starting your week in a new way? Want to try a different way of working that can help reduce distractions and help you focus on the task at hand? Looking for the time and space to get a project started or across the finish line?
Join us for entertainment, activities, music and refreshments Memory Cafés welcome people with cognitive decline and dementia, their families, their caregivers and community members who care. This event will feature a short musical play, Postcards from Yesterday, that examines how memory loss affects not only the individual but the relationships around them, highlighting compassion, resilience, and […]
Tired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
Unsure how to start preparing for your thesis or dissertation defence? This online workshop will help you draft an outline of your defence presentation. We will also cover tips and study skills to start preparing for your defence. Gain valuable tips and insights on how to get ready, including an in-depth dive into crafting powerful […]
Have questions about the upcoming student U-PASS referendum? Visit one of our open information booth sessions to learn more and connect with representatives from the SUO, UBC, and the City of Kelowna.
The Working Mind is an evidence-based mental health course designed to drive culture change by helping people, teams, and organizations build mental health awareness and understanding, break down stigma, strengthen communication skills, and improve resilience. It is a mental health training program designed to imitate a change in how you think, feel, and act about Mental Health.
It includes easily applied scenario-based lessons, videos of people with lived experience of mental illness, reference guides, and practical handouts.
Join the Collegia Assistants in the Global Collegium for a fun, stress-free painting activity. Brushes, paint, canvases, and tote bags will be supplied. Just bring yourself and your creativity!
This session will explore practical approaches to using blogs and wikis for open assignments including best practices for course and project organization and enabling student collaboration.
The UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference (ISHC) brings together students from across UBC Okanagan to showcase their health science research and public health experiences at an engaging presentation event.
Feeling stuck in a work routine and curious about starting your week in a new way? Want to try a different way of working that can help reduce distractions and help you focus on the task at hand? Looking for the time and space to get a project started or across the finish line?
This session will address the concepts of correlation, causation, and association in data. Participants will learn to differentiate between these concepts and to recognize and interpret various types of correlations.
Tired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
Whether you're on the path to graduate school, working in academia, or venturing into the academic job market, our online workshop will help you compose a compelling cover letter.
UBC Human Resources is offering a 7-week virtual peer support series designed to support individuals with ADHD and those who identify as neurodiverse. The program, delivered in partnership with TideMinds Therapy Collective and hosted through the Centre for Workplace Accessibility, creates a confidential and supportive space for connection, skill-building, and shared understanding. This inclusive series welcomes UBC staff […]
UBCO faculty and staff are invited to this conflict literacy workshop, part of the foundational conflict training developed by the Equity and Inclusion Office. This foundational course introduces conflict as a natural, relational and systemic feature of university life, shaped by identity, history and institutional structures. It builds learners’ confidence to recognize, assess and engage […]
This session will introduce you to copyright basics for your OER project and take you through licensing considerations to ensure that your work is reusable by others.
Considering the UBC Okanagan Master of Data Science (MDS) program for next fall? Join us for a one-on-one virtual drop-in session on March 12 and speak directly with an MDS Program Director. This is your chance to get personalized answers about the program, admission requirements and career opportunities. Participants will be seen individually. Please note […]
Startup Sprint is an immersive, high-energy weekend experience of learning-by-doing! The concept is simple: start a company over a weekend. The program teaches in an exciting, hands-on environment, teaching you how to go from identifying a problem to building a solution fit to form a new business. The program is free, open to everyone in […]
OMG: Oh, My Graduation! This session will cover Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) procedure, documents, eligibility, place and timing of application, and more (e.g., working and travelling before and/or after applying). This session is for graduate students. Register now
This popular annual event brings together the local arts community to celebrate the work of our students, faculty, alumni as well as artists practicing in the community in the spirit of raising funds.
Calling all creatives! Design Day for GOOD Six lands on Saturday, March 14, from 8:30 am to 5 pm at UBC Okanagan! For our sixth year, we’re assembling teams of creative awesomeness to help nonprofits level up their branding, marketing, and design. You will be placed on a team with four industry professionals in the […]
Join Recreation's Move U Crew for a spring hiking series! For the first hike of the season, Move U Crew will lead a walk/hike at Mission Creek Regional Park. Join Here
Feeling stuck in a work routine and curious about starting your week in a new way? Want to try a different way of working that can help reduce distractions and help you focus on the task at hand? Looking for the time and space to get a project started or across the finish line?
Tired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
UBC Human Resources is offering a 7-week virtual peer support series designed to support individuals with ADHD and those who identify as neurodiverse. The program, delivered in partnership with TideMinds Therapy Collective and hosted through the Centre for Workplace Accessibility, creates a confidential and supportive space for connection, skill-building, and shared understanding. This inclusive series welcomes UBC staff […]
Ever pre-game so hard you don’t even make it to the party? Long story short, more alcohol or drugs doesn’t mean more fun. Get the experience you want out of partying this St. Patrick’s Day! Stop by to talk to the Harm Reduction Team (HaRT) and Robyn from Campus Security to learn how to party […]
Learn how to identify an overdose, how to administer naloxone, and get your own free naloxone kit! It only takes 10 minutes to learn how to save a life.
Join the UBCO community at this fun, educational event! Find out what you can do to support the UBCO CAP 2030 energy and emission reduction goals. Sign up to volunteer for the upcoming Earth Hour: One hour, No power Challenge. Win prizes! This is a waste-free event. Remember to bring your mug and enjoy a […]
Kickstart your morning by connecting with young professionals, alumni, and postsecondary students at the Coffee Social, hosted in the EME Building Mezzanine. This relaxed gathering brings together alumni, students, UBCO staff and faculty, and local professionals from a range of industries. It’s an easy, welcoming way to expand your network and engage with the broader community. Presented in collaboration with Okanagan Young Professionals, Academic and Career Development, and alumni UBC.
Enjoy light snacks and beverages while connecting with colleagues from 10 to 11 am in the ADM Foyer. Your optional $2 donation supports United Way British Columbia’s community programs. All faculty and staff are welcome.
Enjoy a two-day volleyball tournament with your friends. Sign up by March 9 to participate in the fun! Register for the recreational division Register for the competitive division
Get ready to compete in the ultimate EA Sports FC 26 showdown! Join us for an exciting in-person gaming tournament where players go head-to-head for bragging rights, prizes, and pure football glory. Whether you’re a casual player or a serious competitor, this is your chance to prove your skills on the virtual pitch. Expect intense […]
Recreational and competitive divisions are available. Sign up with your friends! Register for the recreational division Register for the competitive division
To celebrate Black History Month, the African Caribbean Student Club is collaborating with other clubs to organize a student ski trip to SilverStar Mountain Resort. More details to come. If you have questions, please connect with the African Caribbean Student Club at acscsuo@gmail.com or follow them on Instagram for updates.
Now offered online and in-person! Meet the operators of two independent presses located in the Okanagan. Each printer will speak to their unique approach to printing and creating books and will share select works for you to peruse.
In recognition of World Water Day, the Okanagan Basin Water Board and UBC Okanagan's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences invite the community to a special screening of the award‑winning documentary All Too Clear. This powerful documentary explores how invasive quagga mussels are reshaping the Great Lakes and raises important questions about what a similar […]
Feeling stuck in a work routine and curious about starting your week in a new way? Want to try a different way of working that can help reduce distractions and help you focus on the task at hand? Looking for the time and space to get a project started or across the finish line?
Indigenous Programs and Services invites you to join us as we explore the importance of the Nechako River for World Water Day 2026. We will be screening the 90-minute film, Nechako: It Will Be A Big River Again, directed by Lyana Patrick and produced by Lantern Films, Experimental Forest Films, and the National Film Board […]
Tired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
The market brings together local farmer's, artisans, and campus initiatives. Make connections and peruse an array of local goods, including candles, juices, and affordable jewelry.
Join UBC Okanagan, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto), Invest Hong Kong (Canada), and the Central Okanagan Economic Development Corporation for a conversation on: How cross-Pacific partnerships can fuel regional and global innovation ecosystems Collaborative research opportunities Two‑way talent pathways between the Asia Pacific and the Okanagan Register now About Hong Kong Economic […]
In collaboration with the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, this networking event highlights how UBC Okanagan supports Kelowna’s business community through applied research, student talent, and new partnership opportunities. Representatives from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) and Invest Hong Kong (Canada) will also join the conversation. Register now About Hong Kong Economic and […]
Come to the First and Second Year Collegium for a relaxing morning of cross-stitching small pins. All skill levels are welcome Instructions and supplies will be provided Pick from a selection of patterns or create your own Open to undergraduate and graduate students
Join Recreation's Move U Crew for a spring hiking series! For the third hike of the season, Move U Crew will lead another hike at Knox Mountain. Join Here
Get ready to move, groove, and express yourself through the energetic world of Fusion Dance! This class will be led by an instructor who will teach participants a fun and engaging Caribbean choreography. The instructor will break down each step, making it easy for everyone to learn at their own pace. It’s all about fun, […]
Tired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
UBC Human Resources is offering a 7-week virtual peer support series designed to support individuals with ADHD and those who identify as neurodiverse. The program, delivered in partnership with TideMinds Therapy Collective and hosted through the Centre for Workplace Accessibility, creates a confidential and supportive space for connection, skill-building, and shared understanding. This inclusive series welcomes UBC staff […]
An end of semester, stress-busting event, where students from any program can drop in to experience a fun and informative day of conversation, and laughter.
The Giving Day Scavenger Hunt kicks off on April 2, when QR code stops go live across UBC Okanagan. Explore campus, scan codes at each stop, collect keywords and win prizes. The hunt runs until April 8 at 2 pm.
This session will introduce logical conditions and iteration in Python. Participants will revisit the vector underpinnings of pandas, learn functions for iterating or looping over objects, and be introduced to for loops and if/else constructs.
Join Recreation's Move U Crew and members from the SUO executive team for a spring hiking series! For the final hike of the season, Move U Crew will lead a hike at Mount Boucherie. Join Here