Jump Start
With an emphasis on forging connections—to people, places, services, and resources—Jump Start is your official introduction to all things UBCO. Our flagship orientation program is highly recommended for all new students to the UBC Okanagan campus.
Scheduled the week before classes start each year, Jump Start is designed to introduce you to the university, your faculty, and your first friends at UBC Okanagan.
Whether you are an international or domestic student, Jump Start will provide you with an opportunity to get to know your UBCO community before the academic term begins. Jump Start features many academic, social, and cultural activities throughout the week to help you prepare for life at UBCO.
Additional programs and events
Indigenous Student Orientation
Open to all First Nations (status and non-status), Metis, and Inuit students new to UBC’s Okanagan campus, Indigenous Student Orientation is designed to help familiarize Indigenous students with UBCO, build a sense of community, and prepare for a successful first term.
Graduate Student Orientation
Learn about the College of Graduate Studies, UBC graduate student resources, student and supervisor roles, scholarships and awards, and the opportunity to meet fellow graduate students.
Black Student Orientation: Kickback
Build community, get support, and connect with Black-identifying student groups.
Weeks of Welcome
Orientation continues into September with programs and events for new students.
Winter Orientation
UBC’s Okanagan campus orientation program for all new-to-UBC students beginning in January.
Parent resources
Sending your student to university is a major event. As a parent, guardian, or family member, you should know that UBC’s Okanagan campus has systems and resources in place to promote your student’s academic and social development and ensure their health and safety.
