Indigenous Pathways to Graduate Studies

Over the course of the Winter academic session, undergraduate students interested in exploring graduate-level education will:

• Strengthen their understanding of  graduate studies and the application process;
• Network with UBC Okanagan students, staff and faculty;
• Discover opportunities for different pathways to graduate studies programs;
• Participate in a mix of mandatory and optional workshops, events, social gatherings, and cultural activities.

Students eligible include those who:

• have self-identified as Indigenous,
• will be registered as a full-time undergraduate student at UBC’s Okanagan Campus in the 2024/25 Winter Session (September-April),
• will have second-year standing or above,
• are interested in exploring the pursuit of graduate-level education in the future (e.g., master’s degree, doctoral/PhD degree), and
• can commit to participate in regular programming and workshops from September 2024 to March 2025.*

Whether you are already planning to pursue graduate studies after your undergraduate degree, or you aren’t yet sure what your plans are after graduation, you are welcome to apply.

*Time commitments: The program will have regular workshops in September and October with activities to be completed by students on their own time. October to December will have 1-on-1 sessions and supports. January to March will have some workshops and activities, but to a lesser degree than Term 1. Workshops and events will usually be on Saturdays and range from 3-5 hours total (including lunch/dinners).

Applications are now closed for the year.

Eli Kelly, Indigenous Graduate Student Advisor
Indigenous Programs & Services
The University of British Columbia | Okanagan Campus | Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory
UNC 212, 3272 University Way | Kelowna BC | V1V 1V7 Canada
Email: eli.kelly@ubc.ca