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Embracing the full UBC experience

Living proof that university is about more than just academics.

How to secure a dream summer research position and find balance while studying, socializing, and volunteering.

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Dr. Matthews' Story

Astro-paparazzo unveils the hidden lifestyles of stars

Dr. Matthews' Story

Dr. Jaymie Matthews, a leading expert in field of stellar seismology, designed and built Canada’s first space telescope.

Dr. Wood's Story

Winning the war on HIV

Dr. Wood's Story

Dr. Evan Wood's groundbreaking research results in major revisions in HIV treatment guidelines.

A Parent's Story

5 minutes with a UBC mom

A Parent's Story

Turkish mom of two UBC undergrads enthusiastically helps out in UBC recruiting events in Turkey.

Syahidah's Story

Student clubs help psych major stay connected to home

Syahidah's Story

International student understands importance of retaining links to her culture.

Nathan's Story

Local student finds his place thanks to campus clubs

Nathan's Story

Club Days, a fair for student-run clubs, helps students get involved in campus life.

Suud's Story

International student enhances student life

Suud's Story

Tanzanian student organizes first ever Africa Awareness Week on UBC's Okanagan campus, wins award.

Christine's Story

Business student stays active and involved thanks to UBC Rec

Christine's Story

On-campus event hosting leads to invaluable management skills for one Sauder School of Business student.

Dr. Murch's Story

Tiny tree tackles hunger from UBC lab

Dr. Murch's Story

Prof's lab grows breadfruit trees in bioreactors and donates thousands to tropical nations for food security.