Don’t miss the vote: A UBCO student’s crash course on the 2021 federal election
Canadian citizens are heading back to the polls on September 20th! Got questions? We’ve got answers – read on to learn more about all things election. Didn’t Canada just have an election? Canada’s last federal election was in 2019, so having one this year might seem like a quick turnaround. Canada has a fixed election […]
New to Kelowna? Check out these spots!
Welcome to Kelowna! Here at UBCO, we’re so lucky to be located in the Okanagan where there’s no shortage of ways to keep busy! Whether you’re new to Kelowna or looking to further explore the area, read on for a list of ideas of things to do and local businesses to support around the Okanagan. Get outside […]
Who you gonna call? Peer Mentors!
University life can be complicated, especially when you’re just getting started, but you don’t have to do it alone! This year, all UBCO students can access the Peer Mentor program, an all-star team of upper-year students who are trained to help guide you through the ups and downs of student life. Whether you’re brand-new to […]
New year, new timetable
With course registration just around the corner, make sure you’re equipped with the knowledge and resources you need for a smooth, hassle-free registration. How do I know which courses to register for? Before registering for courses, you’ll want to first make sure you know which courses to register for! Every program has its own specific course requirements. […]
A year of firsts | Lesson #6: UBC: virtual edition
The sixth and final instalment in a series of blog posts by second-year Arts student, Breckin Baillie. In this post, he talks about his virtual life as a UBCO student.
A year of firsts | Lesson #5: Manage your time
The fifth instalment in a series of blog posts by second-year Arts student, Breckin Baillie. In this post, he discusses managing time as a university student.
A year of firsts | Lesson #4: Surviving the workload
The fourth instalment in a series of blog posts by second-year Arts student, Breckin Baillie. This post covers navigating university classes.
A year of firsts | Lesson #3: Making friends is a verb
The third instalment in a series of blog posts by second-year Arts student, Breckin Baillie. This post covers making friends in university.
A year of firsts | Lesson #2: Find time to unwind
The second instalment in a series of blog posts by second-year Arts student, Breckin Baillie. In this post, he discusses the importance of a life outside his studies.
A year of firsts | Lesson #1: Find your study groove
Feeling unsure about your first year at UBCO? Find out what lessons one student learned about studying, time management, making friends, and navigating online classes to help you make the most of your university experience. Part one of a six-part series.