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UBCO Life is a newsletter delivered twice per month to continuing undergraduate students, featuring academic and social events, upcoming deadlines, university news, and other issues relevant to student life and success at UBC Okanagan.

December 20, 2023

Hey, UBCO students!

Happy holidays! As we head into winter break, there are a few important things we wanted to share with you all as well as some resources and tips for staying busy and entertained through the holidays. Scroll through and take a look.👇  

In this issue:
  • Upcoming dates and deadlines
  • Upcoming events
    • Jan. 10: Undergraduate Research Awards writing workshop
  • New commuter students’ hostel
  • Looking for something to do over the winter break in Kelowna?
  • Tips for coping with homesickness in university
  • Additional permits are now available and winter parking tips
 

Upcoming dates and deadlines

  • Dec. 21: Last day of exams for most faculties
  • Dec. 25: University closed for Christmas Day
  • Dec. 26: University closed for Boxing Day
  • Jan. 1: University closed for New Year’s Day
  • Jan. 8: Winter Session Term 2 begins for most faculties

More important dates and deadlines
 

Undergraduate Research Awards writing workshop

Interested in learning more about the elements that make up a successful URA/IURA application? Get the help you need at the URA Writing Workshop on January 10.

This virtual workshop will cover tips for the successful completion of the elements needed for the student application form and guidelines. We will also offer specific recommendations for writing the research proposal.

Learn more & register
 
 

New commuter students’ hostel

Located on the ground floor of Nicola Residence, the 11-bedroom hostel is open for bookings for UBC students (only) who do not have a residence contract.

Bookings can be made up until 7 pm on the day of check-in, and rooms are available for two nights max over a seven-day period. This is an awesome resource for commuter students staying late to study on campus, those with early morning exams, or anyone who might prefer to skip their commute home due to inclement weather or transit disruptions.

Rooms are $35/night (plus tax).

Learn more
 
 

Staying in Kelowna over the Winter Break? Here are some activities you can do on a budget

From holiday events to winter hikes, there are tons of things to do in Kelowna over the Winter Break. Check out our top recommendations through the links below. 

Winter activities on a budget

Winter Break activities
 

Tips for coping with homesickness in university

University can be a challenging journey on its own without the added struggle of being homesick. If you are an international student or have moved to Kelowna for university, you know the feeling. As you are learning to live on your own, you are also learning to live alone. Figuring out how to navigate the inherent loneliness that comes with being an adult can be a beautiful and rewarding thing.

Get tips and advice from a student who has experienced homesickness in university in the latest UBCO Life blog.

Read the blog
 
 

Additional permits are now available and winter parking tips

Parking Services is pleased to announce additional parking permits are available for the campus community for 2023/24. Available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Learn more
 

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