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ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter: June 22, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter June 22, 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 3nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Philosophy 518 – Carnap’s Der logische Aufbau der Welt: Context and Contemporary Relevance

Instructor: Alan Richardson
When: January 2027

Interested in the foundations of analytic philosophy and the history of philosophical thought? Philosophy 518 will explore Rudolf Carnap’s landmark 1928 work, Der logische Aufbau der Welt (The Logical Construction of the World), examining the motivations behind the project, its significance for Carnap’s broader philosophical program, and its lasting influence on twentieth-century analytic philosophy.

The course will also provide a unique opportunity to engage with drafts from a forthcoming bilingual edition of the text being prepared for The Collected Works of Rudolf Carnap through Oxford University Press. Students will explore the logical, epistemological, methodological, and philosophical context surrounding the work through readings by thinkers such as Bertrand Russell, Henri Poincaré, Ernst Cassirer, and Hans Reichenbach. Discussions may also extend to philosophical translation and the creation of critical editions as forms of philosophical research.

Students interested in philosophy, the history of ideas, logic, epistemology, or interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge are encouraged to consider this unique offering. For more information, please contact the instructor directly.

Funding Opportunities

G+PS Events & Workshop

Powerful searching with Regular Expressions
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Incorporating reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion into your project
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, June 23 | 9 - 11:30 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Fostering a culture of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Beyond Efficiency: Reimagining AI’s Purpose in Teaching, Learning, and Research
Online | Wednesday, Jun 24 | 9 - 10 am Register

Introduction to Shiny app in R
Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Introduction to Voyant
Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 11 - 11:30 am Register

UDL + AI Design Studio
6-week redesign studio where instructors improve one real teaching challenge using Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Online | Fridays, Jun 26 - Jul 31 | 8 - 9 am Register now. Cap is 15.

Using Zotero for Citation Management
Online | Friday, Jun 26 | 3:30 - 5 pm Register

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Jun 25 - Jul 30 | $20

The Faculty Inclusive Teaching Survey (FITS) Guidebook

  • Supporting Current and Future Faculty in Becoming Inclusive Instructors, Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 10 am - 1 pm Register
  • Growing as a Reflective and Iterative Inclusive Instructor
    Online | Tuesday, Jun 30 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Introduction to Markdown digital workflows
Online | Thursday, Jun 30 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Framing your project in a masterful presentation
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, Jul 2 | 9 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Refine your writing and presentation skills"
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Write to Flourish, Write with Flourish: An On-Campus Writing Retreat
In-person | Thursday, Jul 2 | 10 am - 3 pm Register.

Mapping for Academic Publication (Reference Maps)
This beginner-friendly workshop is suited for anyone who wants to learn best practices in cartography, make a map of their research area, or whose project involves data with a spatial component.
Online | Thursday, Jul 2 | 10 am - 12 pm Register

Creating Digital Exhibits: A Survey of Tools
This workshop will cover an assortment of digital exhibit and storytelling tools such as Omeka, Scalar, static site generators (CollectionBuilder and Wax), and narrative tools such as Timeline.js and Storymaps from Knight Lab.
Hybrid | Friday, Jul 3 | 11 am - 3 pm Register

Applications Open for CREATE for Accelerated Discovery
AccelD is a national training initiative that prepares trainees to leverage artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven approaches to accelerate scientific discovery and materials innovation. UBC is one of 5 partner universities.
Trainees will build technical, ethical, and leadership capacities and receive a stipend of up to $15k/yr for up to 2 years.
Learn program details and eligibility and apply by July 7.

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshops
Hybrid | Jul 11, 12, 19 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Online | Jul 14, 18, 19, 26 | varied times Apply now.Graduate Instructional Skills Workshops
Hybrid | Jul 11, 12, 19 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Online | Jul 14, 18, 19, 26 | varied times Apply now.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Labour Market Information
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Write résumés that beat the system
Online | Tuesday, June 23 | 12 - 1:15 pm Register

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, June 24 | 1 - 4 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach" (Using Linkedin, transition to industry)
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Navigate the changing global labour market
Online | Tuesday, Jul 7 | 12 - 1:15 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.

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter: June 15, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter June 15, 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 3nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Philosophy 518 – Carnap’s Der logische Aufbau der Welt: Context and Contemporary Relevance

Instructor: Alan Richardson
When: January 2027

Interested in the foundations of analytic philosophy and the history of philosophical thought? Philosophy 518 will explore Rudolf Carnap’s landmark 1928 work, Der logische Aufbau der Welt (The Logical Construction of the World), examining the motivations behind the project, its significance for Carnap’s broader philosophical program, and its lasting influence on twentieth-century analytic philosophy.

The course will also provide a unique opportunity to engage with drafts from a forthcoming bilingual edition of the text being prepared for The Collected Works of Rudolf Carnap through Oxford University Press. Students will explore the logical, epistemological, methodological, and philosophical context surrounding the work through readings by thinkers such as Bertrand Russell, Henri Poincaré, Ernst Cassirer, and Hans Reichenbach. Discussions may also extend to philosophical translation and the creation of critical editions as forms of philosophical research.

Students interested in philosophy, the history of ideas, logic, epistemology, or interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge are encouraged to consider this unique offering. For more information, please contact the instructor directly.

Funding Opportunities

G+PS Events & Workshop

Introduction to Git and GitHub: Part 2
Online | Tuesday, Jun 16 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, June 16 | 6 - 9 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
Hybrid | Wednesday, Jun 17 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

Data Bites - Creating a Data Dictionary for Research Projects
Online | Monday, Jun 22 | 11 - 11:30 am Register

Powerful searching with Regular Expressions
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Incorporating reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion into your project
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, June 23 | 9 - 11:30 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Fostering a culture of reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Beyond Efficiency: Reimagining AI’s Purpose in Teaching, Learning, and Research
Online | Wednesday, Jun 24 | 9 - 10 am Register

Introduction to Shiny app in R
Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Introduction to Voyant
Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 11 - 11:30 am Register

UDL + AI Design Studio
6-week redesign studio where instructors improve one real teaching challenge using Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Online | Fridays, Jun 26 - Jul 31 | 8 - 9 am Register now. Cap is 15.

Using Zotero for Citation Management
Online | Friday, Jun 26 | 3:30 - 5 pm Register

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Yoga - Tuesdays, 12 - 1 pm, Thea's Lounge | Jun 16 - Jul 28 | $17
Pilates - Wednesdays, 4 - 5, SRC Studio | Jun 10 - Jul 22 | $17
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Jun 25 - Jul 30 | $20

The Faculty Inclusive Teaching Survey (FITS) Guidebook

  • Supporting Current and Future Faculty in Becoming Inclusive Instructors, Online | Thursday, Jun 25 | 10 am - 1 pm Register
  • Growing as a Reflective and Iterative Inclusive Instructor
    Online | Tuesday, Jun 30 | 10 - 11:30 am Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshops
Hybrid | Jul 11, 12, 19 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Online | Jul 14, 18, 19, 26 | varied times Apply now.Graduate Instructional Skills Workshops
Hybrid | Jul 11, 12, 19 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Online | Jul 14, 18, 19, 26 | varied times Apply now.

Health Policy Foundations in Canada
In-person | Nov 9 - 10 | $200 for UBC grad students | The workshop will provide an introduction to how health policy is conceived, made, implemented, and evaluated in Canada. Apply early. Maximum participation is 50

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, June 17 | 1 - 4 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Interview Preparation Strategies
Online | Thursday, Jun 18 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Labour Market Information
Online | Tuesday, Jun 23 | 11 am - 12 pm Register

Write résumés that beat the system
Online | Tuesday, June 23 | 12 - 1:15 pm Register

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, June 24 | 1 - 4 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach" (Using Linkedin, transition to industry)
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

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: June 08, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter June 08, 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 3nd issue. They are seeking thought-provoking work from all disciplines.

Courses

Check the UBC Calendar for course offerings.

Philosophy 518 – Carnap’s Der logische Aufbau der Welt: Context and Contemporary Relevance

Instructor: Alan Richardson
When: January 2027

Interested in the foundations of analytic philosophy and the history of philosophical thought? Philosophy 518 will explore Rudolf Carnap’s landmark 1928 work, Der logische Aufbau der Welt (The Logical Construction of the World), examining the motivations behind the project, its significance for Carnap’s broader philosophical program, and its lasting influence on twentieth-century analytic philosophy.

The course will also provide a unique opportunity to engage with drafts from a forthcoming bilingual edition of the text being prepared for The Collected Works of Rudolf Carnap through Oxford University Press. Students will explore the logical, epistemological, methodological, and philosophical context surrounding the work through readings by thinkers such as Bertrand Russell, Henri Poincaré, Ernst Cassirer, and Hans Reichenbach. Discussions may also extend to philosophical translation and the creation of critical editions as forms of philosophical research.

Students interested in philosophy, the history of ideas, logic, epistemology, or interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge are encouraged to consider this unique offering. For more information, please contact the instructor directly.

Funding Opportunities

Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) provide additional funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders to help offset the costs of undertaking research travel within Canada or outside Canada for a defined period.

The CRTAS is administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), NSERC and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and aims to support the next generation of innovators by providing funding and high-quality research training, cultivating research skills, fostering creativity and empowering awardees to make significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem, economy and prosperity.

  • Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a master’s or doctoral award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC (including a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship) and not have held or be currently holding a Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS).
  • Value: Up to $9,000 for 2 to 6 months research study abroad
  • Part 6 - Confirmation of Institutional Approval: Please email the completed and signed application to junnie.cheung@ubc.ca to obtain the authorized institutional official's signature.
  • Application deadline: first-come, first-served before June 10, 2026

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) program has replaced the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) program.

Summary of changes for the CRTAS-RTS:

  • Provides funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders.
  • Eligible master’s and doctoral programs include Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Master’s and Doctoral programs, Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS) Master’s and Doctoral programs, Vanier CGS, and agency-specific doctoral scholarships (i.e., CIHR Doctoral Foreign Study Award, NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships - Doctoral program and SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships program).
  • Each supplement is valued at $9,000. The agencies review the applications received for eligibility and completeness. Supplements are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Doctoral awards held outside Canada are eligible for the supplement for research in Canada.
  • Applicants complete the application form, and obtain all necessary signatures (current supervisor, host supervisor and institution).
  • Applicants submit their completed application electronically using a secure submission site directly to the appropriate agency.
  • Should additional funding be available, the agencies may announce a second intake with a deadline of October 10.

For more details including eligibility criteria, application deadlines and instructions, refer to the Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements web page.

G+PS Events & Workshop

Introduction to Git and GitHub: Part 1
Online | Tuesday, Jun 9 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Stimulating Student Engagement and Motivation By Asking the “Right” Questions
Online | Wednesday, Jun 10 | 9 - 10 am
Register

Data visualization with ggplot2
Online | Thursday, Jun 11 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Using Mendeley for Citation Management
Online | Friday, Jun 12 | 3:30 - 5 pm Register

Data Bites - Optimize Directory Structures for Research Data
Online | Monday, Jun 15 | 11 - 11:30 am Register

Introduction to Git and GitHub: Part 2
Online | Tuesday, Jun 16 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, June 16 | 6 - 9 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Citation Practices in Academic and Professional Writing
Hybrid | Wednesday, Jun 17 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

Beyond Efficiency: Reimagining AI’s Purpose in Teaching, Learning, and Research
Online | Wednesday, Jun 24 | 9 - 10 am Register

UDL + AI Design Studio
6-week redesign studio where instructors improve one real teaching challenge using Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Online | Fridays, Jun 26 - Jul 31 | 8 - 9 am Register now. Cap is 15.

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Yoga - Tuesdays, 12 - 1 pm, Thea's Lounge | Jun 16 - Jul 28 | $17
Pilates - Wednesdays, 4 - 5, SRC Studio | Jun 10 - Jul 22 | $17
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Jun 25 - Jul 30 | $20

Health Policy Foundations in Canada
In-person | Nov 9 - 10 | $200 for UBC grad students | The workshop will provide an introduction to how health policy is conceived, made, implemented, and evaluated in Canada. Apply early. Maximum participation is 50

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, June 17 | 1 - 4 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Interview Preparation Strategies
Online | Thursday, Jun 18 | 12 - 1 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.

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

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter: June 01, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter June 01, 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

Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) provide additional funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders to help offset the costs of undertaking research travel within Canada or outside Canada for a defined period.

The CRTAS is administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), NSERC and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and aims to support the next generation of innovators by providing funding and high-quality research training, cultivating research skills, fostering creativity and empowering awardees to make significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem, economy and prosperity.

  • Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a master’s or doctoral award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC (including a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship) and not have held or be currently holding a Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS).
  • Value: Up to $9,000 for 2 to 6 months research study abroad
  • Part 6 - Confirmation of Institutional Approval: Please email the completed and signed application to junnie.cheung@ubc.ca to obtain the authorized institutional official's signature.
  • Application deadline: first-come, first-served before June 10, 2026

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) program has replaced the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) program.

Summary of changes for the CRTAS-RTS:

  • Provides funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders.
  • Eligible master’s and doctoral programs include Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Master’s and Doctoral programs, Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS) Master’s and Doctoral programs, Vanier CGS, and agency-specific doctoral scholarships (i.e., CIHR Doctoral Foreign Study Award, NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships - Doctoral program and SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships program).
  • Each supplement is valued at $9,000. The agencies review the applications received for eligibility and completeness. Supplements are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Doctoral awards held outside Canada are eligible for the supplement for research in Canada.
  • Applicants complete the application form, and obtain all necessary signatures (current supervisor, host supervisor and institution).
  • Applicants submit their completed application electronically using a secure submission site directly to the appropriate agency.
  • Should additional funding be available, the agencies may announce a second intake with a deadline of October 10.

For more details including eligibility criteria, application deadlines and instructions, refer to the Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements web page.

G+PS Events & Workshop

Data Bites - Creating README Files for Research Data
Online | Monday, Jun 8 | 11 - 11:30 am Register

Getting Your SoTL Work Published
Online | Monday, Jun 8 | 1 - 2:30 pm
Register

Introduction to Git and GitHub: Part 1
Online | Tuesday, Jun 9 | 11 am - 1 pm Register

Stimulating Student Engagement and Motivation By Asking the “Right” Questions
Online | Wednesday, Jun 10 | 9 - 10 am
Register

Data visualization with ggplot2
Online | Thursday, Jun 11 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Using Mendeley for Citation Management
Online | Friday, Jun 12 | 3:30 - 5 pm Register

GSS x UBC Rec Fitness Classes
Maintain your physical wellbeing with these energizing classes:
Yoga - Tuesdays, 12 - 1 pm, Thea's Lounge | Jun 16 - Jul 28 | $17
Pilates - Wednesdays, 4 - 5, SRC Studio | Jun 10 - Jul 22 | $17
Spin - Thursdays, 1:15 - 2 pm, ARC @UBC Life Bldg | Jun 25 - Jul 30 | $20

Health Policy Foundations in Canada
In-person | Nov 9 - 10 | $200 for UBC grad students | The workshop will provide an introduction to how health policy is conceived, made, implemented, and evaluated in Canada. Apply early. Maximum participation is 50

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

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: May 11, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter May 11, 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

Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) provide additional funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders to help offset the costs of undertaking research travel within Canada or outside Canada for a defined period.

The CRTAS is administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), NSERC and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and aims to support the next generation of innovators by providing funding and high-quality research training, cultivating research skills, fostering creativity and empowering awardees to make significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem, economy and prosperity.

  • Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a master’s or doctoral award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC (including a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship) and not have held or be currently holding a Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS).
  • Value: Up to $9,000 for 2 to 6 months research study abroad
  • Part 6 - Confirmation of Institutional Approval: Please email the completed and signed application to junnie.cheung@ubc.ca to obtain the authorized institutional official's signature.
  • Application deadline: first-come, first-served before June 10, 2026

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) program has replaced the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) program.

Summary of changes for the CRTAS-RTS:

  • Provides funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders.
  • Eligible master’s and doctoral programs include Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Master’s and Doctoral programs, Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS) Master’s and Doctoral programs, Vanier CGS, and agency-specific doctoral scholarships (i.e., CIHR Doctoral Foreign Study Award, NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships - Doctoral program and SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships program).
  • Each supplement is valued at $9,000. The agencies review the applications received for eligibility and completeness. Supplements are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Doctoral awards held outside Canada are eligible for the supplement for research in Canada.
  • Applicants complete the application form, and obtain all necessary signatures (current supervisor, host supervisor and institution).
  • Applicants submit their completed application electronically using a secure submission site directly to the appropriate agency.
  • Should additional funding be available, the agencies may announce a second intake with a deadline of October 10.

For more details including eligibility criteria, application deadlines and instructions, refer to the Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements web page.

G+PS Events & Workshop

Introduction to Podcasting
Hybrid | Wednesday, May 13 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, May 13 | 8 - 11 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Data Bites - Introduction to Manual Data De-identification
Online | Thursday, May 14 | 11:30 am - 12:10 pm Register

Knowledge Synthesis Workshop Series
Online | Thursdays | 12 - 1:30 pm | 4-part series includes:

  1. May 7: Getting Started and Structured Searching
  2. May 14:  Translating Database Searches and Finding Grey Literature
  3. May 21:  Covidence, Screening Criteria and Appraisal
  4. May 28:  Research Tools, Management, and Documentation

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
In-person | May 16, 23, & 24 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

Navigating Generative AI in Graduate Research at UBC and Beyond
Online | Wednesday, May 20 | 1 - 2:30 pm Register

Knowledge Synthesis Workshop
Part 3: Covidence, Screening Criteria and Appraisal
Online | Thursday, May 21 | 12 - 1:30 pm Register

UBC Public Scholars Award
Applications for the Public Scholars Initiative's (PSI) 2026-2027 cohort are open. Two awards of up to $10,000 to support doctoral scholars whose PhD research impacts the public good during their PhD, builds connections, community, and capacity and/or is presented in creative ways. 
Learn more and apply by May 22.

Health Policy Fellowship 2026-27
9-month (~150-175 hrs) voluntary and non-credit certificate program starting Sept 2026 at the Centre for Health Services and Policy Research | $5000 stipend Learn more and apply by May 31.

Health Policy Foundations in Canada
In-person | Nov 9 - 10 | $200 for UBC grad students | The workshop will provide an introduction to how health policy is conceived, made, implemented, and evaluated in Canada. Apply early. Maximum participation is 50

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Think like a recruiter to get hired
Online | Wednesday, May 13 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, May 14 | 9 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Building your project network map
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, May 19 | 9 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Advance your reach". Topics: industry transition skills, LinkedIn
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

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

Doctoral Writing Consultant positions
7 - 12 hrs/wk, Sep - Apr | $26.02/hr Learn more. Applications close May 29 but hiring happens quickly so apply today.

Venture Founder Fall 2026
Innovation UBC's 16-Week Entrepreneurship Program
Learn more and apply by May 31. Attend an info session:
In-person | Friday, May 15 | 12:15 - 1 pm RSVP
Online | Wednesday, May 27 | 12:15 - 1 pm RSVP

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: May 4, 2026

ISGP Weekly Student Newsletter May 4, 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

Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) provide additional funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders to help offset the costs of undertaking research travel within Canada or outside Canada for a defined period.

The CRTAS is administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), NSERC and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and aims to support the next generation of innovators by providing funding and high-quality research training, cultivating research skills, fostering creativity and empowering awardees to make significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem, economy and prosperity.

  • Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents who hold a master’s or doctoral award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC (including a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship) and not have held or be currently holding a Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS).
  • Value: Up to $9,000 for 2 to 6 months research study abroad
  • Part 6 - Confirmation of Institutional Approval: Please email the completed and signed application to junnie.cheung@ubc.ca to obtain the authorized institutional official's signature.
  • Application deadline: first-come, first-served before June 10, 2026

The Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS) program has replaced the Canada Graduate Scholarships - Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-MSFSS) program.

Summary of changes for the CRTAS-RTS:

  • Provides funding to active Tri-Agency master’s and doctoral award holders.
  • Eligible master’s and doctoral programs include Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Master’s and Doctoral programs, Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS) Master’s and Doctoral programs, Vanier CGS, and agency-specific doctoral scholarships (i.e., CIHR Doctoral Foreign Study Award, NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships - Doctoral program and SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships program).
  • Each supplement is valued at $9,000. The agencies review the applications received for eligibility and completeness. Supplements are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Doctoral awards held outside Canada are eligible for the supplement for research in Canada.
  • Applicants complete the application form, and obtain all necessary signatures (current supervisor, host supervisor and institution).
  • Applicants submit their completed application electronically using a secure submission site directly to the appropriate agency.
  • Should additional funding be available, the agencies may announce a second intake with a deadline of October 10.

For more details including eligibility criteria, application deadlines and instructions, refer to the Canada Research Training Awards Suite - Research Travel Supplements web page.

G+PS Events & Workshop

Celebrate Learning Week
In-person and online | May 4 - 8 | See the full details or the PDF schedule.

Applying the principles of sound leadership and team building
Online Mitacs training | Tuesday, May 5 | 2 - 5 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "High performing leadership and teams".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Graduate Students in Teaching Conference
Online | Tuesday & Wednesday, May 5 & 6 | See the full details or the program-at-a-glance.

Introduction to Podcasting
Hybrid | Wednesday, May 13 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Refined project communication plan
Online Mitacs training | Wednesday, May 13 | 8 - 11 am | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Enhance your communication skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Data Bites - Introduction to Manual Data De-identification
Online | Thursday, May 14 | 11:30 am - 12:10 pm Register

Knowledge Synthesis Workshop Series
Online | Thursdays | 12 - 1:30 pm | 4-part series includes:

  1. May 7: Getting Started and Structured Searching
  2. May 14:  Translating Database Searches and Finding Grey Literature
  3. May 21:  Covidence, Screening Criteria and Appraisal
  4. May 28:  Research Tools, Management, and Documentation

Write to Flourish, Write with Flourish:
An On-Campus Writing Retreat
Dedicated, distraction-free writing/working time for grad students and postdocs.
In-person | Wednesday, May 6 | 10 am - 3 pm Register
In-person | Thursday, May 7 | 10 am - 3 pm Register

Project and time management
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, May 7 | 1 - 4 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Spur up your project management and time management skills".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

Introduction to Voyant Tools
Hybrid | Thursday, May 7 | 1 - 3 pm Register

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop
In-person | May 16, 23, & 24 | 9 am - 5:30 pm Apply now.
Check out other upcoming ISWs.

Career

Career Advising
Book an online appointment, Learn more.

Think like a recruiter to get hired
Online | Wednesday, May 13 | 12 - 1 pm Register

Mastering the elevator pitch
Online Mitacs training | Thursday, May 14 | 9 am - 12 pm | Mandatory online pre-requisite "Boost your career".
Learn more and register through Mitacs Edge

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