LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM CO-OP If you’re looking for a learning opportunity that tangibly contributes to both your resume and your personal development, consider coop. The program can extend your degree by a year and includes a program fee. However, this fee is offset by less competition, as many employers have co-op-only positions and the co-op job postings can make finding a job much more accessible than striking out on your own. GO GLOBAL Go Global encompasses all of UBC’s international experience programs, including Global Seminars, Exchange and Research Abroad. All these programs have their own benefits but all provide opportunities for travel and memory-making. Go to their website or visit their office to learn more. PEER PROGRAMS Peer Programs are volunteer positions that give students the opportunity to take part in the UBC community and help out their peers through faculty-specific (Peer Academic Coaches) or interest-specific programs (Financial Wellness Peers, UBtheChange Activators, Peer Health Educators, etc.).
UBC TANDEM LANGUAGE LEARNING PROGRAM The Tandem Program connects folks who want to practice speaking a new language with a native or proficient speaker. You are paired with someone who wants to learn a language you already know, so it is a volunteer-driven effort to collaboratively improve one’s conversational skills. UNDERGRADUATE SOCIETIES Not all learning opportunities are coordinated by the university — some are fully student-led. Faculty undergraduate societies are often responsible for student events and provide learning opportunities that help you connect with others within your faculty. EXTRACURRICULARS UBC has plenty of clubs, recreation and intramurals to get involved with. Whether you’re interested in acapella, crafting or intramural Quidditch, there is something for you. Make sure to check out the Club Fair at the start of each term and see if anything catches your interest! COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Volunteering in the community is a great opportunity to get an idea of whether you would want to do something similar to your volunteer role longer term. U THE GUIDE TO UBC | 19
