“Sometimes all people are looking for is that one conversation that could trigger their imagination, their inspiration—that one conversation could really change the trajectory they go in their life.”
Author: alumni UBC
“Students do pick up a lot from me. But at the same time, I learn a lot from them, too. It’s a two-way street.”
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many students and recent graduates have struggled to build their professional networks within the virtual environment. As networking is a pillar of career success, it is vital that our alumni community continues to build connections and practice networking skills that will serve them both in today’s virtual world and in…
“Outreach…reminds me of what it feels like to be a young person who’s so curious and is so ready to understand and learn more about the world.”
“I want students to know that everyone has a very different personal journey – and that’s ok.”
“I just want people to understand how lucky they are to be part of this community.”
Cybele Negris, BA’91, knows a thing or two about the importance of intrapreneurial zeal in charting a path toward excellence. In this webinar, Cybele shares insights from her remarkable career path as she evolved from a UBC Commerce student, to a tech entrepreneur, to a Board Member of prominent Canadian organizations.
As the long-term economic impacts of COVID-19 are still uncertain, job-seekers face a particularly challenging road ahead. Listen to The LinkedIn Guys to learn about the skills you need to navigate your career search in this new environment.
Cap off Homecoming Weekend with a celebration of the newest honoured members of the UBC Sports Hall of Fame. The 5 inductees – Ralph “Hunk” Henderson (athlete), Gerald McGavin (builder), Al Morrow (builder), Annamay Pierse Oldershaw (athlete) and the 1975-76 Thunderbird Men’s Volleyball Team join fellow distinguished T-Birds who laid the strong foundation and built…
Online classes for the whole family After clicking submit, you may need to scroll down to see the video. Drawing 101 Pick up your pencils and crayons! This introductory art session covers basic drawing skills for kids and tweens. Great for the whole family! Released September 25, 2020. Visual Journaling 101 Tap into your inner…
Learn some tips and tricks for optimal movement and stretching while you work from home and at the office to continue your job while minimizing discomfort! Released September 25, 2020. About the Instructor Aman Rangi BKin’16, MOT’18, Reg. OT (BC) Consultant Occupational Therapist Aman Rangi is dually trained as a kinesiologist and occupational therapist, registered…
This family-friendly Drag Storytime features captivating readings of children’s books by local Drag performers, Maiden China, BA’15 and Karmella Barr. Hosted by alumna and author Stephanie Lecce, BEd’16. The stories will include: “The Hips on The Drag Queen Go Swish Swish Swish” by Lil Miss Hot Mess (Author), Olga de Dios (Illustrator). Read by Karmella Barr. “They,…