Student Newsletter

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter March 30, 2026

*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here.

ISGP Community

RSVP for the 2026 Nexus Conference
This year's conference will take place on March 30, from 11:30am–3:30pm in the GSS Loft (Room 4202 – 6133 University Blvd). This year’s theme focuses on how today’s challenges spill across disciplines, sectors, and systems, demanding approaches that integrate expertise rather than confine it.

The conference will include keynote talks from Dr. Alfred Hermida, Dr. Steven Taubeneck, and Manuel Pina Baldoquin, as well as an ISGP alumni panel. ISGP students are expected to attend, and we hope you will join us for what promises to be an engaging afternoon.

Student profile page- Showcase your story!
Exciting News! The Student Profile webpage is underway and ready for your input. Check out the first two profiles to see the information needed. Don't miss the chance to showcase your story—fill in the survey now! or reach out to our student peer mentor ritwik85@student.ubc.ca directly.

Join Our Student Community on Social Channels!
Looking to connect with fellow students and stay updated on events, resources, and community activities? Email our student mentor, Ritwik, at ritwik85@student.ubc.ca to get added to our social channels! Whether you’re looking for event updates, or just a space to connect, our community is here to support you. Don’t miss out—reach out today!

Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Funding Opportunities

Wall Research Awards

Graduate awards, ranging in value from $25,000 (for Master’s students) to $30,000 (for Ph.D. students), have been made available through the Peter Wall Legacy Fund, an endowment established by Peter Wall, for graduate students whose research relates to one of three specific areas of interest:

• sustainable approaches to and development of the general urban environment, including water, energy and transportation infrastructure in British Columbia;
• environmental protection of oceans, beaches and waterfronts that impact British Columbia;
• and sustainable approaches to resource-intensive industry in British Columbia.

Projects within these areas of interest will principally relate to British Columbia, but may also apply to and address other Canadian and international regions.

These awards are intended to support students in their 5th and/or 6th year of their PhD program and to students in their 2nd or 3rd year of their Master’s program. Funding is available for up to 12 months for Master’s awardees, or until program completion, and for up to 24 months for PhD awardees, or until program completion. All awards will commence from September 1, 2026.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 at 4:00PM PT. Applications are submitted by applicants directly to G+PS.

Further information, including eligibility requirements and complete application procedures, is available on our website at: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/wall-awards. Questions can be directed to graduate.awards@ubc.ca.

G+PS Events & Workshops

Write to Flourish, Write with Flourish: An On-Campus Writing Retreat
In-person | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 10 am - 3 pm Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
In-person | Apr 4, 11 & 12 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

Data Management for Reproducible Research
Online, free national workshop that will introduce participants to best practices in both Research Data Management (RDM) and computational reproducibility with the R programming language | Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from May 4 - 15 | 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Apply by Apr 7.

ntroduction to Machine Learning: Neural Networks
Hybrid | Wednesday, Apr 08 | 1:30 - 3:30 pm Register

AI for Coding: Fundamentals of LLMs
Online | Thursday, Apr 09 | 1 - 1:45 pm Register

Introduction to the Unix Shell
Online | Friday, Apr 10 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

CIRTL SoTL Workshop
A three day, in-person, intensive professional development session designed for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in broadening and enhancing their instructional skills | May 4, 6 & 8 | 8:15 am - 6 pm
Learn more about eligibility and apply by Apr 17.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Purpose-Driven: Careers Powering Sports & Human Performance
In-person | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 5:30 - 8 pm Register

Lab2Market Launch
A 4-month accelerator program that equips innovators and entrepreneurs with the skills and mindset needed to lead successful ventures | Receive expert guidance, funding, and more. See details and apply for your team by Apr 7
Info session | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 12:15 - 1 pm Register

Work Learn, Summer Opportunities (Apply early)
Applications are now open for Summer Work Learn Positions | May - Aug, up to 20 hours/week | Learn more and apply through Careers Online. Apply early as many hire on a rolling basis. Work Learn positions close May 25. Some grad student-specific opportunities include:

• WL S26 Marketing & Recruitment Assistant - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Job ID 994463
• WL S26 Community-Based Digital Literacy Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994346
• WL S26 English Conversation Program Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994342
• WL S26 Baby Hamper Project Assistant, Job ID 994832
• WL S26 Survey Coordinator, Job ID 994822
• WL S26 Office Assistant, Job ID 994520
• WL S26 Event Production Assistant, Job ID 994546
• WL S26 Food Security Initiatives Assistant, Job ID 994828

Support & Resources

Register with the Centre for Accessibility
If you are a graduate student with an ongoing medical condition or disability that is impacting your academic experience, you may be eligible for graduate specific accommodations and supports. Contact the CFA to discuss.

Grad Student Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? Join to connect with other graduate students in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school.
In-person | Wednesdays 1 - 2:30 pm Learn more
Additional group programs include ADHD skills, Relationship skills, 2STGD and Gender Questioning, and more.

Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter March 23, 2026

*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here.

ISGP Community

RSVP for the 2026 Nexus Conference
This year's conference will take place on March 30, from 11:30am–3:30pm in the GSS Loft (Room 4202 – 6133 University Blvd). This year’s theme focuses on how today’s challenges spill across disciplines, sectors, and systems, demanding approaches that integrate expertise rather than confine it.

The conference will include keynote talks from Dr. Alfred Hermida, Dr. Steven Taubeneck, and Manuel Pina Baldoquin, as well as an ISGP alumni panel. ISGP students are expected to attend, and we hope you will join us for what promises to be an engaging afternoon.

Student profile page- Showcase your story!
Exciting News! The Student Profile webpage is underway and ready for your input. Check out the first two profiles to see the information needed. Don't miss the chance to showcase your story—fill in the survey now! or reach out to our student peer mentor ritwik85@student.ubc.ca directly.

Join Our Student Community on Social Channels!
Looking to connect with fellow students and stay updated on events, resources, and community activities? Email our student mentor, Ritwik, at ritwik85@student.ubc.ca to get added to our social channels! Whether you’re looking for event updates, or just a space to connect, our community is here to support you. Don’t miss out—reach out today!

Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Funding Opportunities

Wall Research Awards

Graduate awards, ranging in value from $25,000 (for Master’s students) to $30,000 (for Ph.D. students), have been made available through the Peter Wall Legacy Fund, an endowment established by Peter Wall, for graduate students whose research relates to one of three specific areas of interest:

• sustainable approaches to and development of the general urban environment, including water, energy and transportation infrastructure in British Columbia;
• environmental protection of oceans, beaches and waterfronts that impact British Columbia;
• and sustainable approaches to resource-intensive industry in British Columbia.

Projects within these areas of interest will principally relate to British Columbia, but may also apply to and address other Canadian and international regions.

These awards are intended to support students in their 5th and/or 6th year of their PhD program and to students in their 2nd or 3rd year of their Master’s program. Funding is available for up to 12 months for Master’s awardees, or until program completion, and for up to 24 months for PhD awardees, or until program completion. All awards will commence from September 1, 2026.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 at 4:00PM PT. Applications are submitted by applicants directly to G+PS.

Further information, including eligibility requirements and complete application procedures, is available on our website at: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/wall-awards. Questions can be directed to graduate.awards@ubc.ca.

G+PS Events & Workshops

Quantum: Young’s Double Slit Demo & Workshop
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Mar 24 | 11 am - 2 pm
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Unpacking Classroom Climate Framework with Indigenous Initiatives
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 24 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Developing Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness: Organizing and Feedback
Online | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Introduction to Data De-identification
Online | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 - 10:45 am Register

Introduction to Machine Learning: Classification and Clustering
Hybrid | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 1:30 - 3:30 pm Register

Framing your project in a masterful presentation
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Refine your writing and presentation skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Turning Your Seminar Paper into a Journal Article
In-person | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 12 - 1 pm Learn more

Writing for Graduate Success: Common Academic Expressions
In-person | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 12 - 1:30 pm Learn more

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Mar 26 | 1 - 2:30 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Pathways for Centering Community in Research: A Conversation on Knowledge Translation with the Public Scholars Initiative
In-person | Thursday, Mar 26 | 4:30 - 6:30 pm Register

Introduction to Shiny app in R
Online | Thursday, Mar 26 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Webmapping
Online | Monday, Mar 30 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Creating a Data Dictionary for Research Projects
Online | Monday, Mar 30 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Call for sessions: Celebrate Learning Week
UBC faculty, staff, students and community members are encouraged to submit session contributions for inclusion in Celebrate Learning Week (May 4 - 8 ), a cross-campus showcase of teaching, learning, innovation, and community engagement at UBC.
Learn more and submit your session contribution by Mar 31

Stories for the Future: Celebrating Wellbeing Strategies and Approaches
A UBC CTLT, SFU, BCCampus, and Langara College event to imagine a future where wellbeing is at the centre of the classroom experience
Online | Tuesday, Mar 31 | 9 am - 12:15 pm Register

Write to Flourish, Write with Flourish: An On-Campus Writing Retreat
In-person | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 10 am - 3 pm Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
In-person | Apr 4, 11 & 12 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

Data Management for Reproducible Research
Online, free national workshop that will introduce participants to best practices in both Research Data Management (RDM) and computational reproducibility with the R programming language | Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from May 4 - 15 | 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Apply by Apr 7.

CIRTL SoTL Workshop
A three day, in-person, intensive professional development session designed for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in broadening and enhancing their instructional skills | May 4, 6 & 8 | 8:15 am - 6 pm
Learn more about eligibility and apply by Apr 17.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mitacs and Concordia AI Workshops
This five-module program offers research students practical, industry-aligned skills in artificial intelligence, including foundational literacy, applied AI problem-solving, project management, and responsible AI practices. Registration opens 2 weeks before each session and capacity is limited.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge for each session:

• AI & Career Toolkit for Mitacs Program Participants – Tuesday, Mar 31, 11 am PT

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Mar 31 | 9 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Purpose-Driven: Careers Powering Sports & Human Performance
In-person | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 5:30 - 8 pm Register

Lab2Market Launch
A 4-month accelerator program that equips innovators and entrepreneurs with the skills and mindset needed to lead successful ventures | Receive expert guidance, funding, and more. See details and apply for your team by Apr 7
Info session | Wednesday, Apr 1 | 12:15 - 1 pm Register

Work Learn, Summer Opportunities (Apply early)
Applications are now open for Summer Work Learn Positions | May - Aug, up to 20 hours/week | Learn more and apply through Careers Online. Apply early as many hire on a rolling basis. Work Learn positions close May 25. Some grad student-specific opportunities include:

• WL S26 Marketing & Recruitment Assistant - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Job ID 994463
• WL S26 Community-Based Digital Literacy Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994346
• WL S26 English Conversation Program Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994342
• WL S26 Baby Hamper Project Assistant, Job ID 994832
• WL S26 Survey Coordinator, Job ID 994822
• WL S26 Office Assistant, Job ID 994520
• WL S26 Event Production Assistant, Job ID 994546
• WL S26 Food Security Initiatives Assistant, Job ID 994828

Support & Resources

Register with the Centre for Accessibility
If you are a graduate student with an ongoing medical condition or disability that is impacting your academic experience, you may be eligible for graduate specific accommodations and supports. Contact the CFA to discuss.

Grad Student Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? Join to connect with other graduate students in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school.
In-person | Wednesdays 1 - 2:30 pm Learn more
Additional group programs include ADHD skills, Relationship skills, 2STGD and Gender Questioning, and more.

Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter March 16, 2026

*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here.

ISGP Community

RSVP for the 2026 Nexus Conference
This year's conference will take place on March 30, from 11:30am–3:30pm in the GSS Loft (Room 4202 – 6133 University Blvd). This year’s theme focuses on how today’s challenges spill across disciplines, sectors, and systems, demanding approaches that integrate expertise rather than confine it.

The conference will include keynote talks from Dr. Alfred Hermida, Dr. Steven Taubeneck, and Manuel Pina Baldoquin, as well as an ISGP alumni panel. ISGP students are expected to attend, and we hope you will join us for what promises to be an engaging afternoon.

Student profile page- Showcase your story!
Exciting News! The Student Profile webpage is underway and ready for your input. Check out the first two profiles to see the information needed. Don't miss the chance to showcase your story—fill in the survey now! or reach out to our student peer mentor ritwik85@student.ubc.ca directly.

Join Our Student Community on Social Channels!
Looking to connect with fellow students and stay updated on events, resources, and community activities? Email our student mentor, Ritwik, at ritwik85@student.ubc.ca to get added to our social channels! Whether you’re looking for event updates, or just a space to connect, our community is here to support you. Don’t miss out—reach out today!

Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Funding Opportunities

Wall Research Awards

Graduate awards, ranging in value from $25,000 (for Master’s students) to $30,000 (for Ph.D. students), have been made available through the Peter Wall Legacy Fund, an endowment established by Peter Wall, for graduate students whose research relates to one of three specific areas of interest:

• sustainable approaches to and development of the general urban environment, including water, energy and transportation infrastructure in British Columbia;
• environmental protection of oceans, beaches and waterfronts that impact British Columbia;
• and sustainable approaches to resource-intensive industry in British Columbia.

Projects within these areas of interest will principally relate to British Columbia, but may also apply to and address other Canadian and international regions.

These awards are intended to support students in their 5th and/or 6th year of their PhD program and to students in their 2nd or 3rd year of their Master’s program. Funding is available for up to 12 months for Master’s awardees, or until program completion, and for up to 24 months for PhD awardees, or until program completion. All awards will commence from September 1, 2026.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 at 4:00PM PT. Applications are submitted by applicants directly to G+PS.

Further information, including eligibility requirements and complete application procedures, is available on our website at: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/wall-awards. Questions can be directed to graduate.awards@ubc.ca.

G+PS Events & Workshops

Data Bites - Optimize Directory Structures for Research Data
Online | Monday, Mar 23 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Quantum: Young’s Double Slit Demo & Workshop
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Mar 24 | 11 am - 2 pm
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Unpacking Classroom Climate Framework with Indigenous Initiatives
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 24 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Developing Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness: Organizing and Feedback
Online | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Introduction to Data De-identification
Online | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 - 10:45 am Register

Introduction to Machine Learning: Classification and Clustering
Hybrid | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 1:30 - 3:30 pm Register

Framing your project in a masterful presentation
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 10 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Refine your writing and presentation skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Turning Your Seminar Paper into a Journal Article
In-person | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 12 - 1 pm Learn more

Writing for Graduate Success: Common Academic Expressions
In-person | Wednesday, Mar 25 | 12 - 1:30 pm Learn more

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Mar 26 | 1 - 2:30 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Introduction to Shiny app in R
Online | Thursday, Mar 26 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Call for sessions: Celebrate Learning Week
UBC faculty, staff, students and community members are encouraged to submit session contributions for inclusion in Celebrate Learning Week (May 4 - 8 ), a cross-campus showcase of teaching, learning, innovation, and community engagement at UBC.
Learn more and submit your session contribution by Mar 31

CIRTL SoTL Workshop
A three day, in-person, intensive professional development session designed for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in broadening and enhancing their instructional skills | May 4, 6 & 8 | 8:15 am - 6 pm
Learn more about eligibility and apply by Apr 17.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Resumes
Online | Wednesday, Mar 18 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Submitting Your Thesis
Online | Thursday, Mar 19 | 10 - 11 am Register

Mitacs and Concordia AI Workshops
This five-module program offers research students practical, industry-aligned skills in artificial intelligence, including foundational literacy, applied AI problem-solving, project management, and responsible AI practices. Registration opens 2 weeks before each session and capacity is limited.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge for each session:

• Sustainable AI Practices: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility – Wednesday, Mar 18, 11 am PT
• AI & Career Toolkit for Mitacs Program Participants – Tuesday, Mar 31, 11 am PT

Work Learn, Summer Opportunities (Apply early)
Applications are now open for Summer Work Learn Positions | May - Aug, up to 20 hours/week | Learn more and apply through Careers Online. Apply early as many hire on a rolling basis. Some grad student-specific opportunities include:

• WL S26 Marketing & Recruitment Assistant - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Job ID 994463
• WL S26 Community-Based Digital Literacy Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994346
• WL S26 English Conversation Program Assistant, UBC Learning Exchange, Job ID 994342

Support & Resources

Register with the Centre for Accessibility
If you are a graduate student with an ongoing medical condition or disability that is impacting your academic experience, you may be eligible for graduate specific accommodations and supports. Contact the CFA to discuss.

Grad Student Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? Join to connect with other graduate students in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school.
In-person | Wednesdays 1 - 2:30 pm Learn more
Additional group programs include ADHD skills, Relationship skills, 2STGD and Gender Questioning, and more.

Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter March 2, 2026

*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here.

ISGP Community

Student profile page- Showcase your story!
Exciting News! The Student Profile webpage is underway and ready for your input. Check out the first two profiles to see the information needed. Don't miss the chance to showcase your story—fill in the survey now! or reach out to our student peer mentor ritwik85@student.ubc.ca directly.

Join Our Student Community on Social Channels!
Looking to connect with fellow students and stay updated on events, resources, and community activities? Email our student mentor, Ritwik, at ritwik85@student.ubc.ca to get added to our social channels! Whether you’re looking for event updates, or just a space to connect, our community is here to support you. Don’t miss out—reach out today!

Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Funding Opportunities

Wall Research Awards

Graduate awards, ranging in value from $25,000 (for Master’s students) to $30,000 (for Ph.D. students), have been made available through the Peter Wall Legacy Fund, an endowment established by Peter Wall, for graduate students whose research relates to one of three specific areas of interest:

• sustainable approaches to and development of the general urban environment, including water, energy and transportation infrastructure in British Columbia;
• environmental protection of oceans, beaches and waterfronts that impact British Columbia;
• and sustainable approaches to resource-intensive industry in British Columbia.

Projects within these areas of interest will principally relate to British Columbia, but may also apply to and address other Canadian and international regions.

These awards are intended to support students in their 5th and/or 6th year of their PhD program and to students in their 2nd or 3rd year of their Master’s program. Funding is available for up to 12 months for Master’s awardees, or until program completion, and for up to 24 months for PhD awardees, or until program completion. All awards will commence from September 1, 2026.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 at 4:00PM PT. Applications are submitted by applicants directly to G+PS.

Further information, including eligibility requirements and complete application procedures, is available on our website at: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/wall-awards. Questions can be directed to graduate.awards@ubc.ca.

G+PS Events & Workshops

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Yoga - Tuesdays, 12 - 1 pm, Thea's Lounge | Feb 10 - Mar 24 | $17
Pilates - Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, Thea's Lounge | Jan 28 - Mar 18 | $22
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Feb 5 - Mar 26 | $25

26th Annual Interdisciplinary Legal Studies Graduate Conference
Theme: Is Law the Answer? Engaging the Law’s responses to difficult modern questions. In-person | Wednesday - Friday, May 6 - 8 | Abstract Submission deadline is Mar 2.

International Policy Ideas Challenge 2026
The program, offered by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), offers applicants a chance to test their skills at translating academic expertise into policy language and insights.
Learn more about eligibility, themes, and how to apply and submit your proposal by Mar 2

Introduction to ARC OnDemand
Discover how to use ARC OnDemand, a user-friendly web portal to access UBC Sockeye (UBC’s high-performance computing platform).
Online | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Finding, Using, and Creating Open Educational Resources
Online | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 2 - 3 pm Register

Participatory Publishing - Zine Assignments as Open Pedagogy
Online | Wednesday, Mar 4 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Creating Accessible OER and Course Materials
Online | Thursday, Mar 5 | 12:30 - 2 pm Register

UBC SCARP Symposium - Planning from the Heart
In-person | Thursday, Mar 5 | 9:30 am - 5 pm | From $46 | Keynote with Sonia Furstenau plus panel events and workshops. Tickets

Enhancing Student Learning through Open Assignments
Online | Friday, Mar 6 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Publishing a Book with Pressbooks - An Introduction
Online | Friday, Mar 6 | 2 - 3 pm Register

CANOE Approach Workshop for Community-Engaged Research
Are you prepared to navigate the research waters of community engagement in a meaningful and reciprocal way? Join this hands on training to learn more about the CANOE (Circumspective Awareness, Navigating, Outcomes and Expectations) approach.
In-person | Friday, Mar 6 | 9 am - 3:30 pm Register

Plugins in QGIS
Online | Monday, Mar 9 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Choosing File Formats for Research Data
Online | Monday, Mar 9 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier
Online | Monday, Mar 9 | 11 am - 12:30 pm Register

Quantum Communication Use Cases
Online | Tuesday, Mar 10 | 11 am - 2 pm Register through Mitacs Edge

Data visualization with ggplot2
Online | Tuesday, Mar 10 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Writing for Graduate Success: Intro to Research Writing
In-person | Wednesday, Mar 11 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

Introduction to Machine Learning: Regression Models
Hybrid | Wednesday, Mar 11 | 1:30 - 3:30 pm Register

Copyright and Licensing in Open Educational Resources
Online | Wednesday, Mar 11 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Students as Creators - Pressbook Enabled Assignments as Open Pedagogy
Online | Wednesday, Mar 11 | 2 - 3 pm Register

Incorporating reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion into your project
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Mar 10 | 3 - 5:30 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Fostering a culture of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

2026 Call for Arts Student Showcase on Digital and Computational Scholarship
In-person | Monday, Apr 13 Learn more and submit your project by Mar 11

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Mar 12 | 6 - 8 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills"
Learn more and register for this or upcoming sessions through Mitacs Edge.

Using Zotero for Citation Management
Online | Friday, Mar 13 | 3:30 - 5 pm Register

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mitacs and Concordia AI Workshops
This five-module program offers research students practical, industry-aligned skills in artificial intelligence, including foundational literacy, applied AI problem-solving, project management, and responsible AI practices. Registration opens 2 weeks before each session and capacity is limited.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge for each session:

• AI Strategy and Project Management – Wednesday, Mar 4, 11 am PT
• Sustainable AI Practices: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility – Wednesday, Mar 18, 11 am PT
• AI & Career Toolkit for Mitacs Program Participants – Tuesday, Mar 31, 11 am PT

Career x AI: Job Search Skills and Tech Insights from Nutanix
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Register

Career x AI: Job Search Skills and Tech Insights from Nutanix
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Register

Employer on Campus: Statistics Canada
Learn about numerous Census 2026 job opportunities, April - July Online | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

UBC Spring Career Fair
Connect with employers to explore career pathways, engage directly with recruiters, and learn more about participating organizations.
In-person | Wednesday & Thursday, Mar 4 & 5 | 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Register.

Diversity/Equity/Inclusivity Statements for the Academic Job Market
Online, part of the eight-part CIRTL “The Joyful Journey: Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Professional Development Series.” | Thursday, Mar 5 | 1 - 2 pm Register.

Employer On-Campus: Communications Security Establishment (CSE)
In-person | Monday, Mar 9 | 12 - 3 pm Register

Employer On-Campus: Veeva Systems
In-person | Thursday, Mar 12 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Panel(s) of Careers Beyond Higher Education
Online, part of the eight-part CIRTL “The Joyful Journey: Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Professional Development Series”
Thursday, Mar 12 | 1 - 2 pm Register

Support & Resources

Register with the Centre for Accessibility
If you are a graduate student with an ongoing medical condition or disability that is impacting your academic experience, you may be eligible for graduate specific accommodations and supports. Contact the CFA to discuss.

Grad Student Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? Join to connect with other graduate students in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school.
In-person | Wednesdays 1 - 2:30 pm Learn more
Additional group programs include ADHD skills, Relationship skills, 2STGD and Gender Questioning, and more.

Writing Resources
Check out the guides to writing and speaking including videos and a podcast on topics from academic integrity to the methods, challenges, and rewards of writing Learn more

Workshop materials: Digital Scholarship, Data visualization, Research Data Management, and more.
Check out the Research Commons online repository of workshop materials.

Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter February 23, 2026

*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here.

ISGP Community

Call for Poster Abstracts – ISGP Nexus Conference 2026
ISGP is seeking student presenters for the Nexus Conference, taking place March 30, 2026 at the GSS Loft. This year’s theme highlights interdisciplinary collaboration and approaches that cross sectors and systems. Poster abstracts (max 350 words) should include background, methods, results, and rationale. Submit your abstract by Jan 31, 2026 (11:59pm PST) via the submission form.

Student profile page- Showcase your story!
Exciting News! The Student Profile webpage is underway and ready for your input. Check out the first two profiles to see the information needed. Don't miss the chance to showcase your story—fill in the survey now! or reach out to our student peer mentor ritwik85@student.ubc.ca directly.

Join Our Student Community on Social Channels!
Looking to connect with fellow students and stay updated on events, resources, and community activities? Email our student mentor, Ritwik, at ritwik85@student.ubc.ca to get added to our social channels! Whether you’re looking for event updates, or just a space to connect, our community is here to support you. Don’t miss out—reach out today!

Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Funding Opportunities

Wall Research Awards

Graduate awards, ranging in value from $25,000 (for Master’s students) to $30,000 (for Ph.D. students), have been made available through the Peter Wall Legacy Fund, an endowment established by Peter Wall, for graduate students whose research relates to one of three specific areas of interest:

• sustainable approaches to and development of the general urban environment, including water, energy and transportation infrastructure in British Columbia;
• environmental protection of oceans, beaches and waterfronts that impact British Columbia;
• and sustainable approaches to resource-intensive industry in British Columbia.

Projects within these areas of interest will principally relate to British Columbia, but may also apply to and address other Canadian and international regions.

These awards are intended to support students in their 5th and/or 6th year of their PhD program and to students in their 2nd or 3rd year of their Master’s program. Funding is available for up to 12 months for Master’s awardees, or until program completion, and for up to 24 months for PhD awardees, or until program completion. All awards will commence from September 1, 2026.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 at 4:00PM PT. Applications are submitted by applicants directly to G+PS.

Further information, including eligibility requirements and complete application procedures, is available on our website at: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/wall-awards. Questions can be directed to graduate.awards@ubc.ca.

G+PS Events & Workshops

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Yoga - Tuesdays, 12 - 1 pm, Thea's Lounge | Feb 10 - Mar 24 | $17
Pilates - Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, Thea's Lounge | Jan 28 - Mar 18 | $22
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Feb 5 - Mar 26 | $25

Oral presentation practice sessions
Online, 20 min individual feedback sessions | Feb 13 - Mar 4 Register

Voices for Health Equity
Explore how interdisciplinary approaches and collaborative partnerships are advancing more equitable and inclusive health for all
In-person | Thursday, Feb 26 | 1 - 4:30 pm Register

Graduate Students in Teaching Conference
Online | Tuesday & Wednesday May 5 & 6 | Abstract Submission closes Mar 1.

26th Annual Interdisciplinary Legal Studies Graduate Conference
Theme: Is Law the Answer? Engaging the Law’s responses to difficult modern questions. In-person | Wednesday - Friday, May 6 - 8 | Abstract Submission deadline is Mar 2.

International Policy Ideas Challenge 2026
The program, offered by Global Affairs Canada (GAC)and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), offers applicants a chance to test their skills at translating academic expertise into policy language and insights.
Learn more about eligibility, themes, and how to apply and submit your proposal by Mar 2

Visual Literacy at UBC Library: Music, Art & Architecture x Chung | Lind Gallery
Join this experiential learning opportunity to further develop your understanding of the contextual, cultural, and aesthetic components involved in the production and use of visual materials.
In-person | Monday, Mar 2 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Tools and Workflows in QGIS
Online | Monday, Mar 2 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - File Naming Best Practices for Research Data
Online | Monday, Mar 2 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Science Education for a Just and Sustainable World
Online Keynote for Open Education Week | Monday, Mar 2 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Designing Interactive OER and Course Content with H5P
Online | Monday, Mar 2 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Finding, Using, and Creating Open Educational Resources
Online | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 2 - 3 pm Register

Participatory Publishing - Zine Assignments as Open Pedagogy
Online | Wednesday, Mar 4 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Creating Accessible OER and Course Materials
Online | Thursday, Mar 5 | 12:30 - 2 pm Register

Enhancing Student Learning through Open Assignments
Online | Friday, Mar 6 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Publishing a Book with Pressbooks - An Introduction
Online | Friday, Mar 6 | 2 - 3 pm Register

CANOE Approach Workshop for Community-Engaged Research
Are you prepared to navigate the research waters of community engagement in a meaningful and reciprocal way? Join this hands on training to learn more about the CANOE (Circumspective Awareness, Navigating, Outcomes and Expectations) approach.
In-person | Friday, Mar 6 | 9 am - 3:30 pm Register

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Paid positions: Run for the GSS Executive
Learn more and submit your nomination by Feb 27. Available positions include:

• President ($24,744/annum; at least 16 hrs/wk)
• VP Students, VP External Relations, or VP University and Academic Affairs ($20, 760/annum; at least 13 hrs/wk)

Mitacs and Concordia AI Workshops
This five-module program offers research students practical, industry-aligned skills in artificial intelligence, including foundational literacy, applied AI problem-solving, project management, and responsible AI practices. Registration opens 2 weeks before each session and capacity is limited.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge for each session:

• AI Strategy and Project Management – Wednesday, Mar 4, 11 am PT
• Sustainable AI Practices: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility – Wednesday, Mar 18, 11 am PT
• AI & Career Toolkit for Mitacs Program Participants – Tuesday, Mar 31, 11 am PT

Career x AI: Job Search Skills and Tech Insights from Nutanix
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Register

Career x AI: Job Search Skills and Tech Insights from Nutanix
In-person | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Register

Employer on Campus: Statistics Canada
Learn about numerous Census 2026 job opportunities, April - July Online | Tuesday, Mar 3 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

UBC Spring Career Fair
Connect with employers to explore career pathways, engage directly with recruiters, and learn more about participating organizations.
In-person | Wednesday & Thursday, Mar 4 & 5 | 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Register.

Diversity/Equity/Inclusivity Statements for the Academic Job Market
Online, part of the eight-part CIRTL “The Joyful Journey: Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Professional Development Series.” | Thursday, Mar 5 | 1 - 2 pm Register.

Support & Resources

Register with the Centre for Accessibility
If you are a graduate student with an ongoing medical condition or disability that is impacting your academic experience, you may be eligible for graduate specific accommodations and supports. Contact the CFA to discuss.

Grad Student Support Group
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? Join to connect with other graduate students in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school.
In-person | Wednesdays 1 - 2:30 pm Learn more
Additional group programs include ADHD skills, Relationship skills, 2STGD and Gender Questioning, and more.

Writing Resources
Check out the guides to writing and speaking including videos and a podcast on topics from academic integrity to the methods, challenges, and rewards of writing Learn more

Workshop materials: Digital Scholarship, Data visualization, Research Data Management, and more.
Check out the Research Commons online repository of workshop materials.

Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm