Moose Hide Day

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Moose Hide Day is part of a grassroots movement to engage all Canadians in ending violence towards Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit People.

Defend Your Data – Cybersecurity for UBCO Students

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join us for an informative Cybersecurity Overview session on April 12 from 1-2:30 in the Sawchuk Family Theater. In today's digital age, cybersecurity threats are more prevalent than ever, and it's crucial to stay informed and educated on how to protect yourself and your information online. At this event, you'll have the opportunity to learn […]

Honouring Red Dress: What You Can Do and How You Can Take Action

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Drop into the Sawchuck Theatre on April 11 from 1 - 3 pm to learn about the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S), National Action Plan, and craft a red dress to honour Red Dress Day on May 5th. These will be displayed across campus during the last […]

Free

Growth Machine

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join us for a screening of Growth Machine followed by a discussion with its creator, visual artist, and UBC alum, Evan Berg.

From Bunions to Bingo – Careers in the Long-Term Care Sector

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Careers in Long Term Care – Join an innovative and growth orientated long term care organization committed to supporting residents in making choices that promote independence, enhance their lives and enable them to age with dignity. Our name best explains what our communities are all about. Kaigo is Japanese for “caring to the highest standard” […]

LEGO® Public Build Day

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

A pre-exam, stress-busting event, where students can contribute to a fun and informative day of free building, conversation, and laughter. 

Cancelled – Grow Your Career with Weyerhaeuser

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

This event has been cancelled. For more than a century, Weyerhaeuser has been growing trees and making forest products that improve lives in fundamental ways. They manage millions of acres of forests on a continuous and fully sustainable cycle. They are responsible stewards of the land for multiple uses, including recreation, conservation, economic development and […]

English Course Union Book Exchange

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

All students are welcome to drop by and mingle, leave a book, and pick up a book. 

The Future of Energy – Powerex

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Career Connection Are you interested in clean energy, the energy market and trading, and working in a challenging, dynamic industry? Come learn more about Powerex, our Rotational Analyst Program, co-op opportunities and more.   Powerex is a market leader and one of BC’s most sought after employers. It has the best parts of a start-up company […]

Free

The Power of Skills Development: Presented by Argus Hospitality

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Career Connection Working in hospitality will teach you how to deal with customers, how to build relationships, on the spot problem solving and conflict resolution, how to communicate with people with a variety of different backgrounds and expectations, business etiquette, how to motivate a team, how to sell your ideas and how to build confident […]

Free

Cultural Studies Social

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Drop in to meet faculty and students from our Cultural Studies program

Undergraduate Research Showcase

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

The Undergraduate Research Showcase highlights diverse research-related engagement opportunities at UBC Okanagan. Student panellists will present their undergraduate research experiences on the video wall in the Sawchuk Family Theatre (SFT), located in The Commons (COM 104).

Employer Recruitment Boothing: 911 Dispatchers

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Interested in a job with the RCMP as a 911 Dispatcher? The RCMP will be recruiting on campus in Sawchuk Family Theatre from 11:30-1:30pm. Book an appointment with the Career Development Specialist, Luke Penner through career advising prior to and bring your best self forward the day of (along with a polished cover letter & […]

Free

Constellation Pit Stop

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join the Constellation team on November 17 from 10:00 to 11:00 am for coffee & treats at the Sawchuk Family Theatre (COM 104).

From Graduation to Industry

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Thinking of pursuing your career in the Central Okanagan? The region needs great young professionals like you! In the Okanagan, it pays to know people. The Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective and the Connector Program—initiatives of the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission—are here to help. For 10 years, OYP has been helping to connect young […]

Free

National Coming Out Day Celebration

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join the UBCO Library between 11:00am-1:00pm (drop by anytime) in the Sawchuck Theatre (between the Commons Building and the Library) for a celebration station: stickers, snacks, coffee & more.

Engineer your Career with FortisBC

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Interested in a co-op or full-time job at FortisBC? FortisBC will be on campus to share the exciting projects and student engineering opportunities that are available with the organization. The presenters are past co-op students who have secured engineering careers with the organization. They will also be sharing insights into the recruitment process and providing […]

Career Connection: The Path of a Professional Consultant

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Urban Systems is one of Western Canada’s leading multi-disciplinary consulting firms and has been in operation for over 45 years. They are an award-winning firm with a staff complement of over 600 people. With 15 offices throughout Western Canada and 10 in British Columbia, they are well-represented in many markets. Their Kelowna office currently has […]

Free

Constellation: A Journey Through Space(s)

The Commons (COM) - Sawchuk Family Theatre (Engagement Theatre) 3297 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join us on May 18 for the launch of Constellation, a new alignment of existing media and technology teaching and learning spaces and resources at UBC Okanagan.