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*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here. Meditation Sessions @ UBC Farm Yurt Student profile page- Showcase your story! Join Our Student Community on Social Channels! Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings. Self-Care Strategies for Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier Graduate Teaching Practicum: December 2025 – April 2026 Citing with Intention and Integrity: Rethinking Citation in the Age of AI Mapping for Academic Publication Data Bites - Optimize Directory Structures for Research Data Introduction to the tidyverse R package Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register Incorporating reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion into your project Leveraging Strengths of Neurodiverse Students in the Classroom Assertiveness: Speaking Up for Yourself in Difficult Conversations Mapping with Communities: Participatory Approaches to Research and Knowledge-Making Using Zotero for Citation Management Creating and Managing Your Academic Profile - Author IDs Project and time management Introduction to Python: Part 3 Refined project communication plan Data Bites - Creating a Data Dictionary for Research Projects Introduction to Open Educational Resources and Practices Flourish: Building a Trauma Informed Classroom Community Data visualization with ggplot2 Applying the principles of sound leadership and team building Free Statistical Consultation Career Advising Exploring Academic Careers Beyond the Professoriate with CIRTL Alumni in Centers for Teaching & Learning Purpose-Driven: UBC Entrepreneurs Innovating in a Changing World Building your project network map Product Development & MVP (Minimally Viable Product) Employer On-Campus Explore Your Career in Finance Graduate Student Career Development Day Alumni Office Hours: Becoming a Pathologists' Assistant in the US & Canada Register with the Centre for Accessibility Grad Student Support Group Writing Resources Workshop materials: Digital Scholarship, Data visualization, Research Data Management, and more. Fall Grad Student Writing Groups Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter November 17, 2025
ISGP Community
Free | Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm starting Sep 24 | Peer-led mindfulness practice: 20 min silent sit, 10 min technique/Q&A, 15 min walking meditation, 15 min discussion. Beginners welcome; tea and chairs provided (bring a cushion if you like). Location: UBC Farm Yurt (enter farm gate, turn right ~200 m). Open to students, faculty, and community; aligned with the Vipassana tradition. Learn more here
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.
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!
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.Courses
Funding Opportunities
G+PS Events & Workshops
Online | Monday, Nov 17 | 1 - 2:30 pm
Staying on track in grad school series. This session will NOT be recorded. Register
Online | Tuesday, Nov 18 | 9:30 - 10:45 am Register
Design and develop university lessons, courses, and teaching portfolios that incorporate learner-centered lesson planning basics, demonstrating the alignment of learning objectives, learning activities and assessment techniques
Online | Thursday, Dec 11, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5 & Apr 2 | 10 am - 12 pm
Learn more and apply by Nov 19
Hybrid | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register
Online | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 10 am - 12 pm Register
Online | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Nov 20 | 7 - 9:30 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Fostering a culture of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion" Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 11 am - 12:30 pm Register. Cap is 75.
In-person | Friday, Nov 21 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
This session will NOT be recorded. This is an engaging, interactive workshop. Register
Online | Friday, Nov 21 | 11 am - 12 pm Register by Nov 20 at 6 am.
Online | Friday, Nov 21 | 3 - 4:30 pm Register
Learn how your academic identity and your research outputs (articles, books, patents, conference proceedings, posters, data contributions, videos, blog posts, etc.) are tracked and showcased as part of your online identity.
Online | Tuesday, Nov 25 | 2 - 3 pm Register
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Nov 25 | 12 - 1 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills" Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Hybrid | Wednesday, Nov 26 | 10 am - 12 pm Register
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Nov 26 | 6 - 8 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Wednesday, Nov 26 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register
Online | Thursday, Nov 27 | 1 - 2 pm Register
In-person | Thursday, Nov 27 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register
Online | Thursday, Nov 27 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Nov 27 | 2 - 5 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "High performing leadership and teams" Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Career
Book an online appointment, Learn more.
Online | Monday, Nov 17 | 9 - 10 am PST Register
In-person | Tuesday, Nov 18 | 5:30 - 8 pm | Panel and networking event with alumni from industry Register
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 7 - 11 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach" (LinkedIn, networking) Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
In-person | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm Register
Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 12 - 1 pm Register
In-person | Thursday, Nov 20 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Register
Opportunities in Treasury Management, Corporate Finance, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
In-person | Monday, Nov 25 | 5:30 - 7 pm Register
Join the GSS to hear from professionals working in policy, knowledge mobilization and higher education.
In-person | Wednesday, Nov 26 | 5 - 7 pm Register
In-person | Thursday, Nov 27 | 3:30 - 4:30 pm | Crystal Leung – Pathologists’ Assistant Supervisor @ St. Paul’s Hospital RegisterSupport & Resources
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.
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.
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
Check out the Research Commons online repository of workshop materials.
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life Centre. RSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm
*Please check announcements from the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies' Graduate Pathway to Success program, and subscribe to their events alert here. Meditation Sessions @ UBC Farm Yurt Student profile page- Showcase your story! Join Our Student Community on Social Channels! Call for Submissions - Mantle Interdisciplinary Journal Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings. Project and time management Data Bites - Creating README Files for Research Data SSHRC’s Storytellers Challenge Framing your project in a masterful presentation Spatial Tools and GIS Drop-In Overcoming Learning Helpless: Helping Students to Develop Strong Team Skills Through Emotional Intelligence Self-Care Strategies for Managing Stress and Avoiding Burnout Graduate Teaching Practicum: December 2025 – April 2026 Citing with Intention and Integrity: Rethinking Citation in the Age of AI Mapping for Academic Publication Data Bites - Optimize Directory Structures for Research Data Introduction to the tidyverse R package Incorporating reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion into your project Leveraging Strengths of Neurodiverse Students in the Classroom Assertiveness: Speaking Up for Yourself in Difficult Conversations Mapping with Communities: Participatory Approaches to Research and Knowledge-Making Using Zotero for Citation Management Free Statistical Consultation Career Advising Exploring Academic Careers Beyond the Professoriate with CIRTL Alumni in Centers for Teaching & Learning Purpose-Driven: UBC Entrepreneurs Innovating in a Changing World Building your project network map Employer On-Campus Register with the Centre for Accessibility Grad Student Support Group Writing Resources Workshop materials: Digital Scholarship, Data visualization, Research Data Management, and more. Fall Grad Student Writing Groups Indigenous Grad Student Writing Circle
ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter November 10, 2025
ISGP Community
Free | Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 pm starting Sep 24 | Peer-led mindfulness practice: 20 min silent sit, 10 min technique/Q&A, 15 min walking meditation, 15 min discussion. Beginners welcome; tea and chairs provided (bring a cushion if you like). Location: UBC Farm Yurt (enter farm gate, turn right ~200 m). Open to students, faculty, and community; aligned with the Vipassana tradition. Learn more here
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.
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!
Mantle, the interdisciplinary journal at UBC, is currently accepting submissions for their 2nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.Courses
Funding Opportunities
G+PS Events & Workshops
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Nov 12 | 6 - 8 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills" Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Wednesday, Nov 12 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register
Share how your social sciences and humanities research is impacting our lives, our world and our future for the better, in up to three minutes or 300 words. Your story must be compelling, creative and clear.
Learn more about eligibility criteria, prizes, and how to apply. Deadline is Tuesday, Jan 20, 5 pm EST (2 pm PST) Online information session | Wednesday, Nov 12 | 10 - 11 am PST Register
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Nov 13 | 1 - 3:30 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Refine your writing and presentation skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Thursday, Nov 13 | 1 - 3 pm Register
Online | Thursday, Nov 13 | 9 - 10:30 am Register. Cap is 30.
Online | Monday, Nov 17 | 1 - 2:30 pm
Staying on track in grad school series. This session will NOT be recorded. Register
Design and develop university lessons, courses, and teaching portfolios that incorporate learner-centered lesson planning basics, demonstrating the alignment of learning objectives, learning activities and assessment techniques
Online | Thursday, Dec 11, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5 & Apr 2 | 10 am - 12 pm
Learn more and apply by Nov 19
Hybrid | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register
Online | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 10 am - 12 pm Register
Online | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register
Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Nov 20 | 7 - 9:30 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Fostering a culture of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion" Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 11 am - 12:30 pm Register. Cap is 75.
In-person | Friday, Nov 21 | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
This session will NOT be recorded. This is an engaging, interactive workshop. Register
Online | Friday, Nov 21 | 11 am - 12 pm Register by Nov 20 at 6 am.
Online | Friday, Nov 21 | 3 - 4:30 pm Register
Career
Book an online appointment, Learn more.
Online | Monday, Nov 17 | 9 - 10 am PST Register
In-person | Tuesday, Nov 18 | 5:30 - 8 pm | Panel and networking event with alumni from industry Register
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Nov 19 | 7 - 11 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach" (LinkedIn, networking) Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.
Online | Thursday, Nov 20 | 12 - 1 pm Register
In-person | Thursday, Nov 20 | 5:30 - 6:30 pm RegisterSupport & Resources
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.
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.
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
Check out the Research Commons online repository of workshop materials.
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life Centre. RSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email
Online | Every 2nd Sunday | 1 - 2:30 pm