This isn’t your ordinary campus tour! Situate your teaching on campus and discover unique spaces and resources that facilitate learning, innovation, and creation both inside and outside the classroom while getting a lay of the land. Hosted by the Centre for Teaching and Learning, UBC Studios and makerspace UBCO. Centre for Teaching and Learning events, […]
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All faculty and staff are invited to attend the 2026 Welcome Back activities on September 1. This annual tradition brings the campus community together to hear from campus leadership, celebrate colleagues’ accomplishments and build connections while enjoying a BBQ lunch. The Welcome Back Town Hall is a chance to talk through what’s ahead for our […]
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Join us on Tuesday, September 1, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm for the 2026 Faculty and Staff Welcome Back BBQ and Info Fair, as we kick off the new academic year. |
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Are you looking for discipline-specific ways to incorporate generative AI into your courses? Are you interested in guiding students to cognitively engage when using generative AI? In this workshop, instructors are invited to consider the types of disciplinary expertise they would like students to develop and explore the potential role of generative AI. Participants will […]
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Take a break and join fellow graduate students and postdocs for our weekly coffee social! |
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Learn what UBC is all about. Get the lay of the land. Meet a bunch of awesome people. Get a Jump Start on your UBC experience.
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In this 45-minute interactive workshop, discover how Canvas communication tools can strengthen learner engagement and improve course experiences. We'll explore the purpose and effective use of key communication features, along with course design strategies that help maximize their impact. Register here
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Walid Hatahet will defend their dissertation.
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If you are looking for simple techniques to increase student engagement for in-person and synchronous online classes, then don't miss this hands-on workshop. Participants will experience the impact of incorporating into class time moments for connection, movement, creativity, curiosity and fun. You will engage in playful learning and innovative thinking to apply engagement techniques where […]
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Olivia Helena Margoto will defend their dissertation.
The 2026 Canada West season starts here! Join the UBCO Heat Women's Soccer team for their home opener against the UBC Thunderbirds at Nonis Field. Enjoy an exciting evening of university soccer as the Heat kick off the new season on home turf. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats.
Canada West soccer continues at Nonis Field! Join the UBCO Heat Men's Soccer team as they take on the UBC Thunderbirds on Friday, September 4 at 7:45 p.m. Enjoy an exciting evening of university soccer and cheer on the Heat under the lights. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats. |
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Catch the UBCO Heat Women's Soccer team in action as they host the TRU WolfPack at Nonis Field. Don't miss another exciting Canada West matchup right here in Kelowna. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats.
Catch the UBCO Heat Men's Soccer team in action as they host the TRU WolfPack at Nonis Field. Don't miss another exciting Canada West matchup right here in Kelowna. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores, and stats. |
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Are you interested in learning about the free learning supports for all UBCO students provided by the Student Learning Hub? Stop by the Student Learning Hub table outside the west entrance to the Library building (around the corner from Tim Hortons before the Commons) to say “Hi!” and ask all your questions about how we […]
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.
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Are you interested in learning about the free learning supports for all UBCO students provided by the Student Learning Hub? Stop by the Student Learning Hub table outside the west entrance to the Library building (around the corner from Tim Hortons before the Commons) to say “Hi!” and ask all your questions about how we […]
Take a break and join fellow graduate students and postdocs for our weekly coffee social!
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Talk with AMP Lab visiting artist Olli Aarni and AMP Lab director, Karis Shearer |
4 events,Join us for a guided walking tour of the support services at UBCO, and meet your fellow TAs along the way. We'll visit key locations, including counselling spaces and the Office of the Ombudsperson. These resources are here for you too, not just your students. All TAs are welcome. Register now
Are you interested in learning about the free learning supports for all UBCO students provided by the Student Learning Hub? Stop by the Student Learning Hub table outside the west entrance to the Library building (around the corner from Tim Hortons before the Commons) to say “Hi!” and ask all your questions about how we […]
Orientation event for first-year students in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Media Studies and Bachelor of Fine Arts programs. |
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The 21st annual URA Symposium features posters and presentations from the 2026 recipients of the Undergraduate Research Awards (URA/IURA/USRA). Sponsored by the Irving K. Barber Endowment Fund, the International Student Initiative and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council.
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Supporting students as a Teaching Assistant involves more than marking assignments or leading labs. TAs are often the first point of contact when challenges arise. This interactive workshop prepares TAs to navigate difficult conversations commonly encountered in teaching and learning environments, including grade disputes, classroom disruptions, unclear supervisor expectations, and situations where students share personal […] |
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Join us for the reception of Prelude, an annual staff and faculty exhibition in the FINA Gallery
Discover how microbiome research is transforming our understanding of health, wellness and the connections within the human body. Join the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science for an engaging evening with renowned UBC Okanagan researcher Dr. Deanna Gibson, whose innovative work is transforming our understanding of gut health and the microbiome. Explore the powerful connections […]
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Are you leading a tutorial or lab this year? This workshop will equip you with hands-on tools, strategies, and practice to help you feel confident at the front of the classroom. TAs from all faculties are welcome. Not leading a section this year but looking to build your facilitation skills? You're welcome to join us. […] |
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Join us as we recognize the extraordinary contributions of our School of Engineering alumni and industry partners as part of UBC Homecoming 2026! This special reception is an opportunity to celebrate the individuals and organizations helping to shape the future of engineering at UBC Okanagan through mentorship, collaboration and support. Meet our faculty and staff, […]
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This is a great opportunity for prospective students to engage directly with the faculty who teach and shape the Master of Design program at UBC Okanagan. This session is designed for you and is an opportunity for you to ask your questions directly to faculty involved in the program. They can speak to the academic […]
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Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community with current UBC graduate students and UBC alumni. |
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Artist talk and presentation during UBCO Homecoming
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Not sure how to email a potential supervisor or ask a prof for a reference? This workshop will walk you through how to craft clear, professional outreach messages that leave a strong impression. |
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Homecoming is your moment to reconnect with UBC and each other. Reconnect, network, and build community with Faculty of Management alumni and faculty at Sandhill Winery over light refreshments and appetizers. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or meeting new members of the alumni community, this Homecoming event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate your […]
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Explore one of healthcare’s most urgent challenges at this free evening of film and conversation. Watch a screening of Late Shift, a medical drama following a nurse navigating an intense, short-staffed shift on a surgical unit. Afterward, visiting expert Dr. Janie Brown from Australia discusses the film’s themes. Reception to follow.
Have questions about food, nutrition or eating well as a student? We’ve got you! Navigating university life can be overwhelming. Figuring out how to fuel your body shouldn’t add to the stress. Whether you’re curious about meal planning, intuitive eating, general healthy eating habits, special diets, allergies or campus dining, this drop-in space is for […] |
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Enacting Community Engaged Research Data Management Symposium
Data stewardship, rooted in community. A symposium on responsible research management data in community contexts. For researchers, students, community partners, librarians, and archivists.
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Kick off Homecoming weekend with an evening of Heat pride, family fun and varsity athletics! Join the UBCO Heat for a pre-game tailgate featuring food, games, activities and a special Homecoming giveaway. Pizza, chips and drinks will be available for the first 500 guests, along with a beer garden, cornhole, basketball challenges, inflatables and more. […]
Reconnect with fellow alumni and supporters at an exclusive VIP Homecoming celebration overlooking the action.
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This hands-on volunteer experience is an opportunity to give back alongside fellow alumni, students, and friends while helping strengthen food security in our community.
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Start your Sunday with movement, mindfulness, and community at this outdoor yoga experience supporting the campus' student food bank.
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Celebrate the grand finale of Homecoming with live dance music from Sunday Service, food, family-friendly activities, and unforgettable community spirit.
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Connect. Discover. Support Local. Welcome to UBC Okanagan’s Community Market—a vibrant campus event that brings together local vendors, student initiatives and the UBCO community! It’s a great opportunity to shop fresh, support local and learn about exciting projects happening on and around campus. What it’s all about: The Community Market showcases the best of our region, […]
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Join us in person for the 2026 Graduate & Professional Schools Fair on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, hosted by the Academic and Career Development Office. Connect with UBCO students and representatives from top graduate and professional programs within Canada and abroad. Whether you’re considering master’s, doctoral, professional, or specialized post-degree programs, this event is an […]
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Join the UBC Okanagan Library EDI Committee, in partnership with the Equity Inclusion Office, on September 22 from 12 to 1:30 pm in the UNC Theatre for a screening of Felix Amoh-Siaw's film, A Ghanaian Odyssey. Snacks, popcorn, and beverages will be provided. Felix Amoh-Siaw has worked as a writing consultant in the Centre for […]
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In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, this event will be an opportunity to locate various Indian Residential Schools (IRS) on the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada. As well, to provide educational information about several profiled Residential Schools that have connections to the local territory. We hope that the Indigenous Peoples Atlas will help visitors […]
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Engineers solve problems and make the world a better place to live. Discover some of the ways engineering impacts your life every day and everything you need to know to become an engineer, beginning with admissions details for UBC Engineering. This session is great for younger high school students to learn about the courses you […]
Calling all commuter students! The Collegia Assistants want to welcome you to (and back to) campus with three free Pancake Breakfasts. Eat pancakes, meet new people, and celebrate the start of term with us. |
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Learn about the admission requirements, evaluation criteria, and admissions pathways for the UBC Faculty of Medicine's MD Undergraduate Program.
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This webinar provides insight into a community research study of ten Canadians diagnosed with metastatic cancer and how they found purpose and meaning in their lives post-diagnosis. The data reveals the patient experience on the threshold of their initial diagnosis, how they described coming to terms with the fact that their lives were irrevocably changed […] |
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Explore the diverse range of clubs and organizations on the UBCO campus.
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Maryam Firouzi will defend their dissertation.
Join the UBCO Heat Womens Soccer team as they take on the TWU Spartans in Canada West action at Nonis Field. Enjoy an exciting evening of university soccer and cheer on the Heat in Kelowna. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats. |
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Join the Community Service Learning team and explore a bit more of Kelowna while contributing to a local non-profit! We are partnering with the Okanagan Fruit Tree Project for a morning of volunteering at their farm on Saturday, September 26 at 9 am. Learn more about how they support local food security and sustainability, and […]
Join the UBCO Heat Women's Soccer team as they take on the Victoria Vikes in Canada West action at Nonis Field on Saturday, September 26, at 4:00 p.m. Enjoy an exciting afternoon of university soccer and cheer on the Heat in Kelowna. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores, and stats. |
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UBC Okanagan students, faculty and staff are encouraged to stop by the Sawchuk Family Theatre from 11 am to 1 pm on September 28 and 29 to craft an orange paper shirt, learn more about Orange Shirt Day, and reflect on Truth and Reconciliation.
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Saqib Ahmed Khan will defend their dissertation.
Meet the team from the Equity & Inclusion Office at UBC Okanagan and learn about how you can make campus a more inclusive place. |
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UBC Okanagan students, faculty and staff are encouraged to stop by the Sawchuk Family Theatre from 11 am to 1 pm on September 28 and 29 to craft an orange paper shirt, learn more about Orange Shirt Day, and reflect on Truth and Reconciliation.
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Calling all commuter students! The Collegia Assistants want to welcome you to (and back to) campus with three free Pancake Breakfasts. Eat pancakes, meet new people, and celebrate the start of term with us.
A chance to welcome both returning and new students in Creative and Critical Studies back to campus, hang out, and connect with one another. |
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Take a break and join fellow graduate students and postdocs for our weekly coffee social!
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Attend this workshop if you are a new or experienced faculty member who supervises graduate students.
A free and relaxing yoga practice for UBCO students. Every Wednesday. On campus. Bring a yoga mat if you have one! |
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Although it can be challenging for parents and caregivers to talk to their teens about sexual health and development, they can play an important supportive role during their teens’ development. We will review recent research on the importance of sexual health education, learn helpful ways to think about sexual orientation and gender identity, and cover […]
Have questions about food, nutrition or eating well as a student? We’ve got you! Navigating university life can be overwhelming. Figuring out how to fuel your body shouldn’t add to the stress. Whether you’re curious about meal planning, intuitive eating, general healthy eating habits, special diets, allergies or campus dining, this drop-in space is for […]
Build community while learning how to cook! Led by trained peer facilitators, each session introduces a new recipe and covers essential kitchen skills, including: Basic food preparation techniques Meal-prepping strategies Budget-friendly cooking tips and more! How it works: Each participant will have their own cooking station with all ingredients provided. Our facilitators will guide you step-by-step […] |
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The UBCO Heat Women's Soccer team welcomes the Trinity Western Spartans to Nonis Field for another Canada West matchup. Join us for an exciting evening of university soccer in Kelowna. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats.
The UBCO Heat Men's Soccer team welcomes the Saskatchewan Huskies to Nonis Field for an exciting Canada West matchup on Friday, October 2. Join us for an evening of high-level university soccer and support the Heat. Visit GoHeat.ca for up-to-date schedules, scores and stats. |
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