Celebrate the UBC Okanagan community by coming back to campus for a weekend of activities. Root for the men’s and women’s soccer teams at a thrilling UBCO Heat soccer double-header. And what’s summer without a barbecue? Enjoy tasty food and drink, and great conversation with fellow alumni and the principal and deputy vice-chancellor.
Registration is now closed.
Questions? Please contact alumni.events@ubc.ca.
Celebrate UBC Homecoming in style
Homecoming is UBC’s largest school spirit event of the year. Show off your UBC pride at Homecoming and all year long with the limited edition UBC light blue retro logo crewneck.
Available for $44.95 at the UBC Bookstore for a limited time. Proceeds will benefit the FORWARD for Students Affordability Initiative.
UBC Okanagan Homecoming Schedule
Friday, September 22, 2023
Off the Pitch Fan Zone – UBCO Heat Soccer Matches
Fan Zone: 5:30–8:00 pm
Nonis Sports Field, 3257 Knowledge Lane – map
Men’s match starts: 5:00 pm
Women’s match starts: 7:30 pm
Homecoming weekend comes to Nonis Sports Field as the Heat soccer teams are set for an exciting night of action under the lights in front of alumni and students, featuring food, a giveaway, and half-time contests. To kick off the evening, the men’s team will aim to tame the Mount Royal University Cougars at 5:00 pm, while the women’s team will look to drop the Dinos from the University of Calgary at 7:30 pm. Both games will have important implications in the Canada West playoff race as the regular season enters the second half of the schedule so be sure to bring the noise, and the Heat, to Nonis!
Guests attending the soccer game will receive a Heat bucket hat, and the first 30 guests to check in at the registration tent will receive a UBC Okanagan picnic blanket.
Don’t miss this unique vantage point to watch the game in the end zone while enjoying food, beverages, and the good company of fellow alumni.
No cost to attend.
Saturday, September 23, 2023
Homecoming fun in the Central Courtyard
Registration – 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Activities & Entertainment – 11:00 am–3:00 pm
alumni UBC Wine Club – 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Principal’s Homecoming BBQ – 12:00–2:00 pm
Bring your friends and family for a day of Homecoming celebrations in UBC Okanagan’s Central Courtyard. Start your Homecoming experience with a visit to the registration tent. This is your first stop on campus to find out what’s happening and where it’s happening, and pick up your UBC Okanagan Homecoming items.
Then join us for the Principal’s Homecoming BBQ hosted by Lesley Cormack, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal. There will be something for everyone to enjoy — activities and games, entertainment, photo ops, wine tasting, faculty hosted tents; and of course a BBQ and beverages! Come out and spend an afternoon on campus networking with old friends and meeting some new ones. No cost to attend.
Registration is now closed.
Principal’s Homecoming BBQ menu
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Grilled Corn and Squash Salad – Cotija Chese, Cilantro, Cider Dressing
Brussel and Fennel Slaw – Granny Smith Apples, Citrus Dressing
Tri Colour Roast Beet Salad – Pumpkin Seeds
Grilled Apple and Chicken Sausages – Sliced
Whisky and Fennel Pork Sausages – Sliced
Honey and Chili Glazed Chicken Skewer
Agave and Chili Glazed Tofu Skewer
Caramel Apple Tart
Warm Mini Apple Fritters
Sliced Watermelon
Be sure to check out the alumni UBC Wine Club at Homecoming
It’s brand new. And just for you. Introducing the alumni UBC Wine Club – your opportunity to enjoy special deals and exclusive pricing on featured wines from Okanagan wineries owned or operated by fellow alumni. Each wine selection is meticulously chosen by our expert team, ensuring a diverse and exciting range of high-quality wines in every pack. There’s no purchase necessary. Simply sign up and special quarterly offers will come your way. You’ll be able to find us at Homecoming in the Central Courtyard!
Faculty Activities
Faculty of Health and Social Development Vitals Lab
11:30 am–2:00 pm – Central Courtyard, UBC Okanagan Campus
Join our Faculty of Health and Social Development students for tips on healthy living and get those vitals checked!
School of Engineering
11:30 am–2:00 pm – Central Courtyard, UBC Okanagan Campus
Explore the world of Biomedical Engineering with Geering Up Engineering Outreach and the School of Engineering as we take a look at the fascinating world of prosthetics: for animals! Using a variety of materials, you will be challenged to build an elephant trunk or a monkeys’ tail. Gain an understanding of the incredible science behind this technology and how biomedical engineering at UBCO can transform lives, including the lives of our favourite animal friends.
Kid-friendly
UBC/APSC: Engineering Mentoring Program– celebrating a history of over 20 years, UBC Applied Science Engineering Mentoring Program, offers an outstanding opportunity to develop impactful relationships with industry professionals and other students, while developing vital transferable skills. Stop by the School of Engineering Professional Development booth to learn more about become a valued Mentor.
School of Engineering Industry Nights – Learn more about the exciting opportunities to engage with our students at the highly anticipated networking events.
- Civil Industry Night- Nov.16th, 2023
- Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Night – March 14th, 2024
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
2:00–3:00 pm – The FINA Gallery and Foyer, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, 1148 Research Road
We are pleased to host an exhibition of printmaking works in the FINA Gallery featuring fine arts alumni artists. Artwork included in the exhibition is from our print teaching collection in the BFA program.
Okanagan School of Education – Explore Indigenous Flora through Augmented Reality
2:00–3:00 pm – Central Courtyard, UBC Okanagan Campus – meet at the Registration Tent
The Okanagan School of Education presents an exciting Augmented Reality (AR) experience on the UBC Okanagan campus. In this land-based learning activity, AR software will serve as your guide to locate, identify, and learn the Syilx names of Indigenous flora, giving you a deeper understanding of the importance of these plants to the Syilx culture. You will have the opportunity to participate in teams, connect with nature, and learn more about Indigenous Okanagan species found on the UBC Okanagan campus. We hope this unique experience will be both educational and enjoyable.
No cost to attend.
Southern Medical Program – UBC Okanagan Homecoming Southern Medical Program Alumni Reception
2:00–3:00 pm – Reichwald Health Sciences Centre (Lower Atrium) – 1088 Discovery Ave
Homecoming is here and we invite you to join us for the UBC Okanagan Homecoming Southern Medical Program Alumni Reception! Then and Now: A look back at the SMP Alumni. Alumni, students, staff and faculty are invited to enjoy food and beverages while catching up with old friends and making new connections.
No cost to attend.
Are you looking for UBC Homecoming – Vancouver? Check out the schedule here.
Not able to join us in Kelowna or Vancouver? You’re still part of the UBC family! My Town Meet-ups: Homecoming Edition are being planned around the world. Check out the list of My Town Meetups.
We acknowledge that UBC’s campuses are situated within the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wu7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and in the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation and their peoples.
HOMECOMING IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE PRESENTING PARTNERS OF FORWARD, THE CAMPAIGN FOR UBC
SUPPORTED BY ALUMNI UBC‘S PILLAR PARTNERS
