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UBCO Students
Okanagan Campus
Six things to get your year off to a great start
Make connections and meet friends
Make connections with like-minded people and forge new friendships.
- Find Students’ Union events
- Get involved with a UBC community
- Sign-up for a course union or club
- Join an intramural league (recreational and competitive)
Find the best places to eat
Find your new favourite place to eat—whether it’s a coffee pick-me-up or an end-of-day meal. And keep an eye out for food trucks parked along University Way.
- Explore where to eat on campus
- See what pit stops are on your way to class with the campus map
Stay active between studies
Studies and schoolwork can get taxing—be sure to make time to care for your body and mind.
- Keep up with your fitness regimen or maybe start a new one at UBC Recreation
- Not feeling yourself? Need to talk to someone? Reach out to Student Wellness
Take time to unwind
Looking for a stress reliever? There are plenty of ways to unwind from your studies on campus.
- Get a quick puppy snuggle between classes with a B.A.R.K drop-in session
- Living off campus? Break for lunch, do schoolwork and connect with others at a UBCO Collegia space
Get the most from the classroom
There is no substitute for attending an in-person class, where you can ask questions and engage in thoughtful conversation.
- If you need to, be sure to change your registration before the drop/withdrawal deadlines
- For help, contact an advisor
Take advantage of learning supports
There are plenty of resources for academic help.
- Academic and Career Advising: Explore first-year planning guides and reach out to an advisor with your questions
- Student Learning Hub: Your one-stop shop for free and flexible learning supports and resources
Student Life
Tips and tricks from other students
Get to know the ins and outs of student life at UBCO. From how to make the most out of your time on campus to the best places to check out in the Okanagan.
August 29: Faculty and staff activities
This annual tradition brings the campus community together to hear from campus leadership, celebrate colleagues’ accomplishments and build connections while enjoying a BBQ lunch.
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