Category Archives: New to LFS

Are you new to the faculty? Here’s some information specifically for you!

Midterm Prep Night (CHEM 111/121) | September 29th

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be hosting a Midterm Prep Night in advance of your upcoming CHEM 11 or CHEM 121 midterm! Join us on Thursday, September 29th from 4-6pm in the MacMillan Learning Commons (MCML 360)  for a … Continue reading

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FREE Upcoming LPI Workshops – September 12th-15th or September 19th-22nd, 2016

REGISTRATION FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS REQUIRED. This 4-session, M-Th workshop is designed to help you practice and prepare to write the LPI essay. Session 1 offers you an overview of the expectations of the essay; session 2 gives you the … Continue reading

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My journey with UBC Orientations

Katie Mack (far left) and members of her Squad, September 2015. My first year at UBC was less than ideal. I was overwhelmed and felt completely alone all year; it was a difficult year. I made it through and managed to make … Continue reading

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First Year Midterm Prep Night | February 3rd!

We’re excited to announce that we are bringing back our Midterm Prep Night for another term! Join LFS|US on February 3rd for Wednesday Night Dinner ($5 at 5pm in Agora) and then head up to the Learning Commons (MCML 360) for … Continue reading

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Have some #UBCfun with Orientations

Hannah Xavier (second from right) and members of the 2016 Squad Leader team. Coming to UBC fresh out of high school can be an overwhelming experience. I had decided not to visit UBC before applying, and when I arrived, I was in shock … Continue reading

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Improve your English

UBC welcomes students from all over the world, many of whom speak English as an additional language. If you want to improve your English, there are a range of programs that will help meet your needs. Language Proficiency Index To … Continue reading

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LFS|US Presents: LFS Involvement Fair – Sept. 30 & Oct. 1

Looking for ways to get more involved with the Faculty, or to just be aware of all the great things LFS students are getting up to? Join the LFS|US at their Involvement Fair from 3:30-5:30pm on September 30th & October … Continue reading

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Tuesday Tutoring – every Tuesday @ 12:30-2:30pm

Did you know that the LFS Learning Centre hires tutors to be available to LFS students in MacMillan once a week? We want to see you succeed, and this is just one way we help support you in your academic achievements. Join … Continue reading

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CHEM 121 Midterm Prep Night – October 1st @ 4-6pm

The LFS Orientations & Transition team is hosting a Midterm Prep Night for all LFS students taking CHEM 121 this term! Join us on Thursday, October 1st from 4-6pm in the Learning Commons (MCML 360) for snacks, study support, and … Continue reading

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Registration Tips!

Here are some tips to help you with your registration as a LFS student! Register as soon as your assigned date/time opens. Courses will fill up quickly Register for Term 1 (Sept – Dec) and Term 2 (Jan – Apr) courses … Continue reading

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