Community Update for February 2, 2024

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Happy Friday! Check out the links below for upcoming events and opportunities.

International Student Advising is here to support you. Please visit our website for details on how to connect with us.

The next newsletter will be sent out on Friday, February 9th. Take care and have a great weekend!


Global Lounge Welcome Week!

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February 5 – 9  | Drop-in Hours 12pm – 5pm
Global Lounge | 2205 Lower Mall

Are you an international student or new to Canada? Are you eager to make friends, connect with peers, or learn more about life and culture in Canada, or how to navigate UBC? Drop in to the Global Lounge or join one of the upcoming evening events like Games & Karaoke Night on February 6 or Trivia Night February 8. Events are free and snacks will be provided!


Lunar New Year Market This Weekend

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February 3 & 4  | 10am – 4pm
In-person| UBC Vancouver Campus

Join the UBC Botanical Garden’s Lunar New Year Market celebrating the year of the dragon! The expanded market will feature over 30 local makers, artists, crafters and food trucks. Enjoy the UBC Kung Fu Club’s exciting lion dance, learn the basics of calligraphy, how to make sweet dumpling desserts, and understand more about the plants in the Asian garden.


Call for Research Proposals | Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards

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Deadline extended to February 6

Are you an international undergraduate student looking for full-time research opportunities for Summer 2024? The Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards could be the program for you! Gain valuable research experience as you work closely with a faculty member on a research project while developing skills in communication, problem-solving, and project management. 


Apply to be a Sustainability Ambassador

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Apply by February 18

Applications are now open for UBC undergraduate and graduate students to join the Fall 2024 Sustainability Ambassadors cohorts.

Bring ideas for human and environmental wellbeing to life, develop your leadership skills and inspire the UBC community to create positive and meaningful change, while building your network and connections with other student leaders through the Sustainability Ambassadors program.


Health & Wellbeing Resources 

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Explore the free health resources  available to you and get connected to the ones that meet your needs.



February 2, 2024

Visit the International Student Guide for immigration “how-to’s” and helpful info for international students.

Need more support?

To leave a message for an International Student Advisor, complete the online form to get advice. You can also drop in to an advising session on Zoom or in-person at the UBC Life Building.

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