Events

Graduate Student Orientation to the Library in 30 Minutes

    Are you a graduate student and new to UBC? This basic orientation will briefly introduce you in 30 minutes to the people, resources and services at UBC Library. Click here to register Unable to attend this event? A streaming-video version is available online.  24/7.

    International Welcome, May 10, 2021

    *Highly recommended for all international students* Are you starting your program in May? Whether you are starting your program online from outside Canada or you have arrived to Canada, our team of International Student Advisors will talk about immigration requirements, travel restrictions and how to make the best use of your health insurance plans. You’ll […]

    Ambassador Welcome Series: Tips and Tricks for Staying on Budget

    Graduate Student Ambassadors welcome you to the UBC graduate student community! Join other newly admitted graduate students from across disciplines for this open chat and welcome session. Meet current graduate students and hear about their experiences and tips as they prepared to come to UBC for grad school in this Q&A style session. We’ll start […]

    Graduate Students with Families

    Are you bringing a partner and/or family with you to grad school here at UBC? Terrific, we’ve got you covered! Join us for topics including family resources, general information on child care, registering for school, looking for a place to live, and fun and affordable activities for kids of all ages. For our international students, […]

    Ambassador Welcome Series: Establishing a Good Support Network

    Graduate Student Ambassadors welcome you to the UBC graduate student community! Join other newly admitted graduate students from across disciplines for this open chat and welcome session. Meet current graduate students and hear about their experiences and tips as they prepared to come to UBC for grad school in this Q&A style session. We’ll start […]

    Pre-Arrival Info Session for International Students

    As a newly admitted graduate student, you’re likely to have lots of questions about your move to Canada. UBC’s International Student Advisors will deliver a webinar where you will learn about key immigration documents, work authorization, health insurance, and banking and cell phone options. Thursday, June 17, 2021 8:00am – 9:30am (Vancouver time) This session […]

    Budgeting and Finances in Grad School

    Learn about budgeting resources, need-based funding, and tuition assessment, presented by UBC’s Enrolment Services Advisors. Also hear from current graduate students on their tips for budgeting and managing the cost of living in Vancouver. Wednesday, June 23, 2021 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Vancouver time) This session is online, please use this handy time converter to see […]

    Ambassador Welcome Series: Work/life balance during COVID times

    Graduate Student Ambassadors welcome you to the UBC graduate student community! Join other newly admitted graduate students from across disciplines for this open chat and welcome session. Meet current graduate students and hear about their experiences and tips as they prepared to come to UBC for grad school in this Q&A style session. We’ll start […]