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Academic Support
Academic Year Complete list of dates and deadlines for 2010/11.
Calendar A comprehensive guide to all programs, courses, services, policies, and regulations at UBC.
Disability Services Provides disability-related services, such as exam accommodations, note-taking, and specialized equipment.
Learning Commons An online gateway to tutors, interactive workshops, study groups, academic peer support, and a wealth of other learning and research resources.
UBC Library Search UBC's catalogue, chat online with a librarian, or check the status of your library account.
Money Matters
Types of financial aid Learn more about applying for bursaries, scholarships, and awards.
Tuition, fees, & deposits Information on payment options and tuition amounts.
Careers
CareersOnline UBC's job search and career resource website for students and alumni.
Career Events Speakers, career fairs, workshops, and more.
Career Services Individual cover letter, resumé, and career consultations available by appointment.
Career Services Workshops Online and in-class learning on subjects like resumé writing, preparing for interviews, and accessing the hidden job market.
Tri-Mentoring Program Partners junior and senior students with community and faculty representatives in a mentoring triad.
Commuter Student Resources
Commuter Student Hostel Available Sunday to Thursday night, the Commuter Student Hostel at Walter Gage Residence offers commuter students affordable overnight accommodation.
Connections 2009/10 (3.4MB PDF) Connections 2009/10
A magazine to assist new commuter students in their transition to UBC life.
Enrolment Services
Exams Useful exam policies, guidelines, and schedules.
Registration information Information on how to access your registration date and make changes to your registration.
Health & Wellness
AMS/GSS Health & Dental Plan Extended health and dental coverage for expenses not included in basic health care plans.
Counselling Services Personal counselling, personal development programs, and other services for UBC students.
UBC Chaplains Spiritual counselling provided across a range of faiths and religions.
Student Health Service Medical examinations, treatment, and referrals for UBC Students.
Wellness Centre Resources and advising on a variety of health topics, including stress, nutrition, sexual health, self-esteem, and drug use.
AMS Speakeasy Student volunteers who are trained to provide information, peer counselling, and crisis support.
Pride UBC Resource group for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people.
International Opportunities & Global Citizenship
Go Global Information and services for visiting exchange students.
International House UBC's international community centre. Hosts international student advising, international events and programs, ESL classes, peer programs, and much more.
International Student Handbook Comprehensive guide to UBC for new international students.
Pre-Arrival Checklist Guide on how to prepare for UBC.
Leadership & Involvement
AMS Volunteer Connect Volunteer postings in many different sectors.
Centre for Student Involvement The Centre for Student Involvement (CSI) is a hub for students to get involved in campus life, and the starting place for your first-year transition.
Equity Ambassadors Students and staff working to create an inclusive learning and working environment through education and outreach activities.
Crane Production Unit Opportunities to narrate books on tape for students who can't use print.
International opportunities A variety international programs recruit volunteers, including the International Peer Program, the ReachOut Program, and International Week.
Peer Programs Many opportunities to get involved and develop leadership skills on campus.
Learning Exchange UBC's community learning initiative, based in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver.
Orientation opportunities Volunteer for one UBC's many orientation programs.
Student Ambassadors Volunteer for Student Recruitment & Advising to give prospective students information about UBC.
Transportation
U-Pass Universal, accessible, and affordable access to public transit for UBC students.
Trek Sustainable transportation options.

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