Rent is a rock musical based on Giacomo Puccini‘s opera La bohème. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side under the shadow of HIV/AIDS.

The Suite Style Musical aims to connect students from various disciplines through this collaboration, and at the same time develop an appreciation for music and art.

Auditions for the cast and band will be held on the first week of January, depending on availability.  Anyone interested in being involved (Cast, Band, Crew) should contact John Manson and Ali Lee at suitestyle.musical@gmail.com.   Do check out our Facebook group and Twitter (@ubcss_musical) for updates!

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Healthy Minds is a new initiative here at UBC that encourages all students to be their healthiest and therefore perform their best at school.  What is a healthy mind?  This initiative states “a healthy mind is one that is primed for learning and success.   A healthy mind can manage stress.  A healthy mind is about balance and knowing who you are and what you believe.  Having a healthy mind will help you to have healthy relationships and get connected to the UBC campus.  A healthy mind is about taking care of your body, knowing your personal limits, and being resilient.  A student with a healthy mind has fun and keeps long-term goals in mind to help stay motivated.” What do you do to have a healthy mind?  Check out the Health Minds blog for lots of great information and ideas.

Following this week we will take a break until the New Year.  We hope you will join us in January-same time, same place!

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Come explore your options!

When: Friday December 9 from 2:00pm-4:00pm
Where: Dodson Room, Chapman Learning Commons (IKBLC)

Join Student Affairs professionals and students from across campus for an information-packed how-to seminar that will prepare and inspire you for a Career in Student Affairs.

This event is an incredible opportunity for those looking to enter this field to learn more about what is out there, and to network with professionals from UBC who have a wealth of knowledge to share.  With a fun and fast-paced structure, and content that is relevant to student leaders, young professionals, and anyone hoping to learn more about this exciting field, you won’t want to miss out!

Topics include:

• Graduate program in the United States
• Student Affairs in Canada
• How to prepare for the big job hunt
• Ways to get involved now
• Make the most of your Digital Tattoo
• And more!

For more information please email teri.grant@ubc.ca.

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by Sep Rahmani, Gage Residence Advisor

My fellow Gage residents, December is upon us. We all know the holiday festivities are fine and dandy, but the reality is that you look out your window and all of the classic symptoms of exam time are in plain site: it’s 4:30 pm and it is dark, wet, and windy outside and you have only have 1 or 2 weeks to get ready for that one nagging course. Continue reading →

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By Yuda Shih, Gage Residence Advisor

December has finally arrived and so have the festivities. The ambiance around Vancouver is filled with holiday spirits. Set aside some time from your studying and exams to de-stress and enjoy the many holiday themed festivities Vancouver has to offer. Continue reading →

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by Trisha Roberson, Gage Residence Advisor

Looking for some options over the summer?  Here are my top picks! Continue reading →

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By Molly Lai, Gage Residence Advisor

Winter has finally arrived! The days are cold, rainy and blustery and the weather makes me want to indulge in some of my favorite indoor activities. On the days where you are soaked through within minutes of stepping outside and the wind threatens to lift you off your feet, I do not feel bad about having a lazy day where I curl up on the couch with a bowl of chili and a big wool blanket. Usually I enjoy a good book and a cup of tea but sometimes I want to puzzle. Continue reading →

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http://www.planning.ubc.ca/vancouver_home/utown_ubc/living_at_ubc/community_grants.php

UTown@UBC is your residential community on campus where over 18, 000 students, faculty, staff and other residents live, work and learn together. In the spirit of building community on campus the UTown@UBC Community Grants program, a joint initiative with the University Neighbourhoods Association (UNA), is awarding grants of up to $1,000 for projects that contribute to the social vibrancy of the campus community.

All UTown@UBC residents — students, faculty, staff and other residents who live on campus are encouraged to apply.

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Ever wonder what Christmas in Canada looks like? Join us for a special Christmas Dinner for UBC International Students and their family members. The event will be held on Thursday December 15^th from 5pm – 7pm in UBC’s International-House (1783 West Mall). Continue reading →

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Have Your Say! Gage South + Environs Public Consultation – November 15th – 29th UBC is in the process of undertaking a comprehensive technical review and planning process for the Gage South + Environs area. Public consultation on four possible layout options for the Gage South + Environs area has now started and will be open until November 29th at 5pm. Have your say and participate online or in person at a workshop on November 24th.

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