Are you looking to meeting more people on campus? Are you hoping to develop your skills in networking and build your capacity in your own role and within the university? Networking is the art of building relationships and it is a critical skill for employees at all levels and in all job roles. The better your network at UBC, the more knowledge you can tap into which will help you during your career at UBC.
Enrolment Services recently hosted the Brock Party, which was a great opportunity to meet new UBC staff in different units on campus.
Here are 3 ways for you to get started this term:
1. Cross Campus Staff Networking Initiative: St. John’s College
Meet over a delicious lunch with a group of our colleagues from across the University, and share thoughts and conversations about how we might work toward the goal of establishing richer and more meaningful networks across the institution. Tickets are 10$ and happen once a month.
Upcoming Lunch:
October 28th from 11:30am to 1:00pm
Presenter: Lisa Castle, Vice President – Human Resources
Find more information and buy advance tickets
2. UBC Dialogues – UBC Alumni Events
Gather to engage in dialogue about complex social issues. Join in your community and hear how UBC’s interdisciplinary research and teaching are addressing various issues.
Upcoming Event:
Water Worries: What is the state of our most valuable resource?
October 7th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm – The Fairmont Waterfront
Find more information and buy advance tickets here
3. UBC Sustainability Programs
UBC offers several programs and initiatives to inspire staff to make meaningful contributions on campus. As one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2013, these initiatives demonstrate our commitment to creating a culture of sustainability at UBC.
Find out more and get involved today
Do you have any other suggestions for how to meet people on campus? Do you know of any events that are happening on campus to share? Please mention them in the comments section below.