CLUBS AT UBC Joining clubs can boost both your social life and the extracurricular portion of your resume — there’s almost no reason not to join them! That is, unless you are just not sure how to. But no worries, that’s what we’re here for. GO TO IMAGINE DAY Imagine UBC is an annual orientation for those embarking on their university experience, and it is set to take place on September 7, 2021. Attending Imagine Day is perhaps the best way to get to know any of the 350+ clubs here at UBC. You can f loat from booth to booth, being wooed by club executives eagerly trying to recruit you. CLUB RESOURCE CENTRE If you missed Imagine Day, you can pay a visit to the Club Resource Centre in the lower atrium of the AMS Nest building to learn more about available opportunities and how to get involved in them. CAMPUSBASE Not into the whole in-person setting? No problem! You can visit CampusBase — an online database of all registered clubs and upcoming events operated by the AMS.
Here, you can find out which clubs you are interested in, their contact information and upcoming activities at your own leisure. TAKE ON A LEADERSHIP ROLE Even in your first year, there are tons of leadership opportunities to take advantage of in a club. Ask about any novice or firstyear representative positions in a club you are a part of, or run for an executive position at the end of the school year. START YOUR OWN CLUB Still can’t find your niche in the clubs UBC offers? Why not start your own? The AMS offers a five-step process for anyone who wants to start their own club. Application periods run throughout June and September this year. Seize the opportunity to start that jump rope club or D&D society you’ve always dreamed of running! Joining a club can seem like a big commitment with a full course load, but it is one of the best places to meet people who have the same interests as you, attend fun outings and contribute to the broader community. We hope to see you at a club meeting sometime soon! U
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