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ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter September 22, 2025

*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

Meditation Sessions @ UBC Farm Yurt
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

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

Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund
Up to $25k | Supports projects that foster strong, equitable, and reciprocal relationships between UBC students, faculty, staff, and community partners Learn more and submit your Notice of Intent (NOI) by Sep 25.

Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment
$7,900 | Supports UBC doctoral or Master’s students working on topics related to environmental issues who are supervised by a faculty member appointed in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship
$4,800 | Supports a UBC MA or PhD whose studies focus on human rights and related aspects of public policy and global affairs | preference will be given to students in the MPPGA program.  Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

G+PS Events & Workshops

Writing an Effective Teaching Philosophy Statement
Online | Monday, Sep 22 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 50.

Crafting Visual Explanations of Complex Science: Philosophy and Practice
In-person at the Centre for Brain Health or online
Monday, Sep 22 | 3:30 - 5 pm Learn more

Writing a Literature Review: Mapping the Scholarly Conversation
In-person or online | Wednesday, Sep 23 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Navigating an Effective Relationship with your Supervisor
Online | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 10 - 11:30 am | Register

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing
Online | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 1 - 3:30 pm PDT | 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.

Applying the principles of sound leadership and team building
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 8 - 10 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "High performing leadership and teams".
Learn more and register for this or upcoming sessions through Mitacs Edge.

Data Bites - Creating README Files for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC): Sustaining Cultures and Centering Transformative Justice in the Classroom
In-person | Tuesdays, Oct 7, 14, & 21 | 9 am - 3 pm Apply by Sep 24.

Research to Action: Advancing Urban Sustainability
Two afternoons of engaged discussions on a diverse range of applied sustainability projects. Learn more and register.
In-person | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 12 - 3 pm and
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 1 - 4 pm

UBC Library Orientation for Graduate Students
In-person | Thursday, Sep 25 | 2 - 2:45 pm Register

Introduction to StoryMaps with ArcGIS Online
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Advanced Research Computing Information Session
Learn about ARC’s core offerings, including high-performance computing, secure data storage, cybersecurity, and privacy consultation.
Online | Friday, Sep 26 | 10 - 11 am Register

Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC): Sustaining Cultures and Centering Transformative Justice in the Classroom
In-person | Tuesdays, Oct 7, 14, & 21 | 9 am - 3 pm Apply by Sep 30.

Fall Writing Consultation Hours
Sep 8 - Dec 5 | In-person:

  • Mon 10 am - 1 pm (IKB) | 1 - 4 pm (Sauder)
  • Tue 10 am - 1 pm (Sauder) | 1 - 4 pm(IKB)
  • Wed 10 am - 4 pm (IKB)
  • Thu 12 - 3 pm(IKB)
  • Fri 10 am - 1 pm (IKB)

Sep 8 - Dec 12 | Online (Written feedback):

  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10 am - 4 pm
  • Thu 11 am - 4 pm

Learn more and book a consultation

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing | Online

  • Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register
  • Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm | All disciplines Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
In-person | Oct 4,5 & 11 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply by Oct 1.
In-person | Oct 26, Nov 1 & 2 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply by Oct 23
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

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 | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 2 - 3 pm Register

Data Bites - Optimize Directory Structures for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Hearing Beyond the Accent: Recognizing Language Prejudice in the Classroom
In-person or Online | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

Introduction to Git and GitHub: Part 1
Online | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing
Online | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm | All disciplines Register

UBC Library Orientation for Graduate Students
Online | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 7 - 7:45 pm Register

Map Production with QGIS
Online | Thursday, Oct 2 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Knowledge Synthesis Workshop Series: Part 1 Getting Started and Structured Searching
Online | Thursday, Oct 2 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

Finding, Using, and Creating Open Educational Resources
Online | Thursday, Oct 2 | 1 - 2 pm | Register

Free Statistical Consultation

  • STAT 551: Term 1 only, open to anyone, free advice via students in STAT 551 mentored by faculty; accepting projects from now until Nov 2
  • SOS (Statistical Opportunity for Students): year-round, UBC-V graduate students only, via a team of a senior Statistical consultant and a Statistics graduate student
  • STAT 450/550/540: Term 2 only, open to anyone, free analysis via students mentored by faculty; accepting projects from Nov 3 – Dec 7
  • Learn more

Foundations of Pedagogy
Work with a mentor (that you identify) and observe their teaching and guest lecture, as well as attend workshops to support your work
In-person | Wednesdays, Oct 8 - Dec 3 (must attend 7 of 8) | 2 - 4:30 pm Register

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Immersion Week by Innovation UBC
This year's theme is AI & Security: the applications, governance, and ecosystem we need to build to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
In-person, UBC Robson Square
Tuesday & Wednesday, Sep 23 & 24 | 9 am - 5 pm | Learn more and register.

Graduate & Professional Schools Fair
In-person | Wednesday, Sept 24 | 11 am – 3 pm | Considering your next graduate degree? Discover graduate and professional programs from Canada, the U.S., the U.K., China, and beyond. Disciplines include business, law, medicine, sustainability, and digital media and many more! Learn more

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 25 | 9 - 11 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach". Includes optimizing use of LinkedIn.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

2025 Supply Chain Consulting Panel
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 12 - 1 PDT. Log in to Management Consulted with your UBC cwl then register

Centre for Accessibility Exam Invigilators
Part-time, on campus work | Up to 12 hours/week, $24/hr
Learn more and apply before Sep 28.

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Oct 1 | 12 - 3 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Oct 2 | 10 am - 12 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach". Learn to optimize use of LinkedIn.
Learn more and register for this or upcoming sessions through Mitacs Edge.

Preparing a Teaching Demo for a Job Interview
Online | Monday, Oct 6 | 9 - 10:30 PDT Register. Cap is 60.

Writing an Effective Teaching Philosophy Statement
Online | Tueday, Oct 7 | 9 - 10:30 PDT Register. Cap is 50.

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.

Fall Grad Student Writing Groups
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life CentreRSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter September 15, 2025

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

ISGP Events

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

Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund
Up to $25k | Supports projects that foster strong, equitable, and reciprocal relationships between UBC students, faculty, staff, and community partners Learn more and submit your Notice of Intent (NOI) by Sep 25.

Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment
$7,900 | Supports UBC doctoral or Master’s students working on topics related to environmental issues who are supervised by a faculty member appointed in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship
$4,800 | Supports a UBC MA or PhD whose studies focus on human rights and related aspects of public policy and global affairs | preference will be given to students in the MPPGA program.  Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

G+PS Events & Workshops

The Metacognitive Feedback Loop
Online | Tuesday, Sep 16 | 8 - 9:15 am Register, cap is 40.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing
Online | Tuesday, Sep 16 | 11 am - 1 pm | Creative & Performing Arts Register

Quick Take: How to Plan a Single Class Session
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 25.

Supporting Classroom Climate with UBC Place-based Teaching and Learning Resources
In-person | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Telling Spatial Stories with your Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Choosing File Formats for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Spatial Tools and GIS Drop-In
Online | Thursday, Sep 18 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 18 | 1 - 3 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills". Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Anti-Racism Response Training (ART)
Offered by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 9 am - 12 pm PDT | $75 Register by Sep 21

Writing an Effective Teaching Philosophy Statement
Online | Monday, Sep 22 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 50.

Crafting Visual Explanations of Complex Science: Philosophy and Practice
In-person at the Centre for Brain Health or online
Monday, Sep 22 | 3:30 - 5 pm Learn more

Exploring Career Options for...
Research-based programs | online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 1 - 2 pm
Course-based programs | online | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 1 - 2 pm

Register, Research-based | Register, Course-based

Writing a Literature Review: Mapping the Scholarly Conversation
In-person or online | Wednesday, Sep 23 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Navigating an Effective Relationship with your Supervisor
Online | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 10 - 11:30 am | Register

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing
Online | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 1 - 3:30 pm PDT | 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.

Applying the principles of sound leadership and team building
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 8 - 10 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "High performing leadership and teams".
Learn more and register for this or upcoming sessions through Mitacs Edge.

Data Bites - Creating README Files for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC): Sustaining Cultures and Centering Transformative Justice in the Classroom
In-person | Tuesdays, Oct 7, 14, & 21 | 9 am - 3 pm Apply by Sep 24.

UBC Library Orientation for Graduate Students
In-person | Thursday, Sep 25 | 2 - 2:45 pm Register

Introduction to StoryMaps with ArcGIS Online
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Advanced Research Computing Information Session
Learn about ARC’s core offerings, including high-performance computing, secure data storage, cybersecurity, and privacy consultation.
Online | Friday, Sep 26 | 10 - 11 am Register

Fall Writing Consultation Hours
Sep 8 - Dec 5 | In-person:

  • Mon 10 am - 1 pm (IKB) | 1 - 4 pm (Sauder)
  • Tue 10 am - 1 pm (Sauder) | 1 - 4 pm(IKB)
  • Wed 10 am - 4 pm (IKB)
  • Thu 12 - 3 pm(IKB)
  • Fri 10 am - 1 pm (IKB)

Sep 8 - Dec 12 | Online (Written feedback):

  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10 am - 4 pm
  • Thu 11 am - 4 pm

Learn more and book a consultation

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing | Online

  • Tuesday, Sep 16| 11 am - 1 pm | Creative and Performing Arts Register
  • Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register
  • Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm | All disciplines Register

Free Statistical Consultation

  • STAT 551: Term 1 only, open to anyone, free advice via students in STAT 551 mentored by faculty; accepting projects from now until Nov 2
  • SOS (Statistical Opportunity for Students): year-round, UBC-V graduate students only, via a team of a senior Statistical consultant and a Statistics graduate student
  • STAT 450/550/540: Term 2 only, open to anyone, free analysis via students mentored by faculty; accepting projects from Nov 3 – Dec 7
  • Learn more

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 9 am - 12 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career". Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Immersion Week by Innovation UBC
This year's theme is AI & Security: the applications, governance, and ecosystem we need to build to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
In-person, UBC Robson Square
Tuesday & Wednesday, Sep 23 & 24 | 9 am - 5 pm | Learn more and register.

Graduate & Professional Schools Fair
In-person | Wednesday, Sept 24 | 11 am – 3 pm | Considering your next graduate degree? Discover graduate and professional programs from Canada, the U.S., the U.K., China, and beyond. Disciplines include business, law, medicine, sustainability, and digital media and many more! Learn more

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 25 | 9 - 11 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach". Includes optimizing use of LinkedIn.
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Centre for Accessibility Exam Invigilators
Part-time, on campus work | Up to 12 hours/week, $24/hr
Learn more and apply before Sep 28.

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.

Fall Grad Student Writing Groups
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life CentreRSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter September 08, 2025

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

ISGP Events

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

Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment
$7,900 | Supports UBC doctoral or Master’s students working on topics related to environmental issues who are supervised by a faculty member appointed in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship
$4,800 | Supports a UBC MA or PhD whose studies focus on human rights and related aspects of public policy and global affairs | preference will be given to students in the MPPGA program.  Learn more and apply by Oct 6.

G+PS Events & Workshops

Introduction to Bioinformatics and Research Applications Workshop
In-person | Tuesday, Sep 9 | 9:30 - 11 am Register

Data Bites - File Naming Best Practices for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 10 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 10 | 6 - 8 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

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

Overcoming Academic Perfectionism
Online | Thursday, Sep 11 | 11 am - 12 pm | Join ncfdd through UBC's subscription, then register.

Doctoral Defence: Doctoral Examination and Defence Procedures
Online | Friday, Sep 12 | 10 - 11 am Register

Copyright for your Thesis: Using Images and Published Materials
Online | Friday, Sep 12 | 12:30 - 2 pm Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
Online | Sep 16, 20, 27 & 28 | Various times Apply by Sep 13.
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

The Metacognitive Feedback Loop
Online | Tuesday, Sep 16 | 8 - 9:15 am Register, cap is 40.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing
Online | Tuesday, Sep 16 | 11 am - 1 pm | Creative & Performing Arts Register

Quick Take: How to Plan a Single Class Session
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 25.

Supporting Classroom Climate with UBC Place-based Teaching and Learning Resources
In-person | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Telling Spatial Stories with your Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Data Bites - Choosing File Formats for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Spatial Tools and GIS Drop-In
Online | Thursday, Sep 18 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 18 | 1 - 3 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills". Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Writing an Effective Teaching Philosophy Statement
Online | Monday, Sep 22 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 50.

Applying Anti-Racist Pedagogy in the Classroom (AA-RPC): Sustaining Cultures and Centering Transformative Justice in the Classroom
In-person | Tuesdays, Oct 7, 14, & 21 | 9 am - 3 pm Apply by Sep 24.

Exploring Career Options for...
Research-based programs | online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 1 - 2 pm
Course-based programs | online | Wednesday, Sep 24 | 1 - 2 pm

Register, Research-based | Register, Course-based

Navigating an Effective Relationship with your Supervisor
Online | Tuesday, Sep 23 | 10 - 11:30 am | Register

Anti-Racism Response Training (ART)
Offered by the Canadian Association for Graduate Studies
Online | Thursday, Sep 25 | 9 am - 12 pm PDT | $75 Register by Sep 21

Fall Writing Consultation Hours
Sep 8 - Dec 5 | In-person:

  • Mon 10 am - 1 pm (IKB) | 1 - 4 pm (Sauder)
  • Tue 10 am - 1 pm (Sauder) | 1 - 4 pm(IKB)
  • Wed 10 am - 4 pm (IKB)
  • Thu 12 - 3 pm(IKB)
  • Fri 10 am - 1 pm (IKB)

Sep 8 - Dec 12 | Online (Written feedback):

  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10 am - 4 pm
  • Thu 11 am - 4 pm

Learn more and book a consultation

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing | Online

  • Tuesday, Sep 9 | 11 am - 1 pm | Social Sciences and Humanities Register
  • Tuesday, Sep 16| 11 am - 1 pm | Creative and Performing Arts Register
  • Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register
  • Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm | All disciplines Register

Free Statistical Consultation

  • STAT 551: Term 1 only, open to anyone, free advice via students in STAT 551 mentored by faculty; accepting projects from now until Nov 2
  • SOS (Statistical Opportunity for Students): year-round, UBC-V graduate students only, via a team of a senior Statistical consultant and a Statistics graduate student
  • STAT 450/550/540: Term 2 only, open to anyone, free analysis via students mentored by faculty; accepting projects from Nov 3 – Dec 7
  • Learn more

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Employer On-Campus: Vancouver Region Education Services
Online | Tuesday, Sep 9 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 11 | 11 am - 1:30 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach".(Make your LinkedIn profile work)
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 9 am - 12 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career". Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge.

Immersion Week by Innovation UBC
This year's theme is AI & Security: the applications, governance, and ecosystem we need to build to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
In-person, UBC Robson Square
Tuesday & Wednesday, Sep 23 & 24 | 9 am - 5 pm | Learn more and 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.

Fall Grad Student Writing Groups
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life CentreRSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter September 02, 2025

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

ISGP Events

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

G+PS Events & Workshops

Introduction to Bioinformatics and Research Applications Workshop
In-person | Tuesday, Sep 9 | 9:30 - 11 am Register

Data Bites - File Naming Best Practices for Research Data
Online | Wednesday, Sep 10 | 11:30 am - 12 pm Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Sep 10 | 6 - 8 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

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

Overcoming Academic Perfectionism
Online | Thursday, Sep 11 | 11 am - 12 pm | Join ncfdd through UBC's subscription, then register.

Doctoral Defence: Doctoral Examination and Defence Procedures
Online | Friday, Sep 12 | 10 - 11 am Register

Copyright for your Thesis: Using Images and Published Materials
Online | Friday, Sep 12 | 12:30 - 2 pm Register

The Metacognitive Feedback Loop
Online | Tuesday, Sep 16 | 8 - 9:15 am Register, cap is 40.

Quick Take: How to Plan a Single Class Session
Online | Wednesday, Sep 17 | 9 - 10:30 am Register, cap is 25.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in TAing | Online

  • Tuesday, Sep 9 | 11 am - 1 pm | Social Sciences and Humanities Register
  • Tuesday, Sep 16| 11 am - 1 pm | Creative and Performing Arts Register
  • Tuesday, Sep 23 | 11 am - 1 pm | Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Maths (STEMM) Register
  • Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1 - 3 pm | All disciplines Register

Free Statistical Consultation

  • STAT 551: Term 1 only, open to anyone, free advice via students in STAT 551 mentored by faculty; accepting projects from now until Nov 2
  • SOS (Statistical Opportunity for Students): year-round, UBC-V graduate students only, via a team of a senior Statistical consultant and a Statistics graduate student
  • STAT 450/550/540: Term 2 only, open to anyone, free analysis via students mentored by faculty; accepting projects from Nov 3 – Dec 7
  • Learn more

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Employer On-Campus: Vancouver Region Education Services
Online | Tuesday, Sep 9 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Sep 11 | 11 am - 1:30 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach".(Make your LinkedIn profile work)
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Immersion Week by Innovation UBC
This year's theme is AI & Security: the applications, governance, and ecosystem we need to build to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
In-person, UBC Robson Square
Tuesday & Wednesday, Sep 23 & 24 | 9 am - 5 pm | Learn more and 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.

Fall Grad Student Writing Groups
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life CentreRSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter August 18, 2025

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

ISGP Events

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

G+PS Events & Workshops

Introduction to Regular Expressions, Part 2
Online | Tuesday, Aug 19 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Applying the principles of sound leadership and team building
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Aug 19 | 3 - 5:30 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "High performing leadership and teams".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Building Project Websites with Jekyll and GitHub Pages
Online | Wednesday, Aug 20 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Mix & Mingling Networking Night
In-person | Wednesday, Aug 20 | 5:30 - 7 pm Register

Data Bites - Creating a Data Management Plan (DMP)
Online | Monday, Aug 25 | 12:15 - 1 pm Register

Supporting Student Learning with AI
Online | Tuesday, Aug 26 | 12 - 1:30 | Register.

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, Aug 26 | 12 - 2 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, Aug 27 | 6 - 8 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Introduction to APIs
Online | Thursday, Aug 28 | 11 am - 12:30 pm Register

REX Mentorship Program
REX is a six month long program designed to help undergraduate students build essential research skills through a proposed research project. The REX program is currently looking for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows who are interested in committing a minimum of 4 hours each month to act as a mentor. This is a great opportunity to gain mentorship, leadership, and management skills. See the brochure and apply by Aug 29.

14-Day Writing Challenge
Sep 8 - 21 | Online high-accountability program designed to help faculty, postdocs, and graduate students build a sustainable writing habit in just two weeks. Join for free through UBC's subscription, then register by Aug 29.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Monday, Aug 25 | 8 - 11 am PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Aug 28 | 1 - 3:30 pm PDT | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach" (Networking, LinkedIn profile).
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Immersion Week by Innovation UBC
This year's theme is AI & Security: the applications, governance, and ecosystem we need to build to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.
In-person, UBC Robson Square
Tuesday & Wednesday, Sep 23 & 24 | 9 am - 5 pm | Learn more and 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.

Fall Grad Student Writing Groups
Join other graduate students to write every Tuesday and/or Friday from 2 - 4 pm in the Graduate Life CentreRSVP or simply drop by. Questions? Email

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