Looking to meet other graduate students and relax? Join the GSS and G+PS for a round or two of boardgames!

RSVP your attendance to participate in a slew of boardgames at the GSS Loft (4th Floor of the AMS Student Nest), or just show up and have fun!

Questions? Email events@gss.ubc.ca

Do you remember the fun and excitement which came with arriving at UBC during your first days as a graduate student? Well, if you would like to experience that again, you can help out new students by volunteering during this year’s new graduate student Orientation (August 31st, September 1st, 5th, and 9th).

Volunteer opportunities range from welcoming students arriving in the Chan and helping with catering set/up or take down to helping set up or take down tables for the outdoor fair and mingling with attendees. Volunteers will receive a t-shirt to wear at the event. You also need to attend a training session on Wednesday, August 30 (light snacks and coffee are provided).

If you are interested in applying to volunteer for this year’s orientation, please fill out the survey by August 11, 2023. You will be notified your positions after August 11. 

You must be a current graduate student at UBC and in your 2nd year or later to apply. Positions are limited.

Click here to learn more, including a full list of events.

Are you a passionate entrepreneur or aspiring to become one? 🌟 Are you looking for a supportive community to connect with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and stay updated on the latest trends in the entrepreneurial world? 🌐

Look no further! We are thrilled to invite you to our vibrant Community. 🎉

Stay informed about upcoming entrepreneurship events, workshops, and networking opportunities at UBC and beyond by joining through the below link.

THERE'S STILL TIME! We want to feature our awesome GSS grads on our socials and website weekly! Fill out the below form to get your name out there in front of scouting employers! Don't forget to follow us online for more updates and fantastic opportunities! Share with your friends to help even more grads.

The GSS Loft, located on the top floor of the 5-storey AMS Student Nest building, offers spectacular aerial views of the UBC campus. It is a space specifically for graduate students at UBC Vancouver.

The GSS Loft can only be booked by graduate students, and most bookings are free of cost. The space is suitable for group meetings, socials, workshops, networking events, pre- event receptions.

When not used for events the Loft is used as a social and study space that is accessible to graduate students via their student card. Check this space out next time you are in the Nest!

Note: Thea Koerner House is undergoing renovations for the new Graduate Life Centre (GLC) and is unavailable for booking at this time. Stay tuned for more details on the GLC!

The Housing Security Aid (HSA), is a newly approved fund provided by the GSS specifically to cover housing-related challenges. The purpose of the HSA is to provide housing related support to graduate students who are facing housing insecurity or challenges.

Funding examples:

• Rent/Security deposit assistance (including rent increases by landlord)
• Moving-related expenses
• Assistance with temporary accommodations
• Assistance with replacement of damaged items in the student’s units which could necessitate fines by landlord

Questions? Email gsfa@gss.ubc.ca

The GSS team has various vacancies open for councillors and ordinary members! 

To become a councillor, you must be elected as your department representative. If you are not your department rep. but would still like to join a committee, you can join as an ordinary member. 

Interested? Please email aa@gss.ubc.ca with your declaration form

Are you passionate about making a difference through impactful research that directly benefits society? We want to hear from you!

We are a group of UBC graduate students working on incorporating and exploring Highly Integrative Basic And Responsive (HIBAR) projects. We are seeking UBC students who have experience in impactful research co-led by experts from outside of academia.

Participate in our quick online survey and let us know about your experience. It will only take 5 minutes, and by sharing your insights, you'll have the chance to join a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to impactful collaborative research. Plus, by completing the survey, you will be automatically entered into a draw to win a $50 Amazon gift card!

To know more about this project, please visit our website:
https://hibar-b.ubc.ca/

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Join us for an empowering session with Aurora Lu, a career consultation and marketing specialist, who is going to reveal 5 things you may NOT think of in the hiring process, helping you stand out in the competitive job market!

Speaker’s Bio:

As a first-generation new immigrant, Aurora has a deep understanding of school support, hiring companies’ needs, and the challenges faced by job seekers. To appreciate her amazing mentors who guided her professional journey along the way, she wants to pay it forward and support those in need. With a strong passion for utilizing her practical experience and lessons learned, Aurora is dedicated to support individuals on their career paths and making a positive impact.