Connect firsthand with current ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ students from the Okanagan campus at our student-led in-person and virtual events. Learn what life is like living as a student in Kelowna, all the clubs available and the student life that led to many lifelong ´Ú°ù¾±±ð²Ô»å²õ!Ìý
Get ahead in the application process by chatting with a Student Recruitment Advisor and discover the exciting opportunities and programs offered at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s Okanagan campus.Ìý
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan is a place where academics and community come together and offer you unique opportunities to learn and grow. You have the opportunity to shape your individual path for your university experience and beyond.
At ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan, students gain all the benefits of a globally respected university within a close-knit learning community.
Your learning extends well beyond the classroom. Shape your journey with a co-op work placement, community-based learning, or an academic exchange.
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan offers diverse, innovative programming, interdisciplinary learning, and modern teaching methods that will expand your horizons and set you on a trajectory of success in our evolving world.
Discover ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan is a student-led event that allows you to connect with current students to hear their personal stories and first-hand experiences of life at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s Okanagan campus.Ìý
Learn what it’s truly like to be part of our close-knit, vibrant community, renowned for its world-class academics. Ìý
Online registration is recommended but not required. You can also register for the event in person. EmailÌýrecruitment.ok@ubc.caÌýfor more information.
| Date | Time | Location | Registration link |
| Thursday, September 18 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm | North Surrey (Princess Margaret Secondary) | |
| Tuesday, September 23 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm | Richmond (Steveston-London Secondary) | |
| Thursday, September 25 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm | Abbotsford (Robert Bateman Secondary) | |
| Thursday, October 23 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm | Prince George (Prince George Secondary School) | |
| Saturday, October 25 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | Kelowna (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan campus, UNC 200 Ballroom)Ìý | |
| Saturday, November 22 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | Kelowna (ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan campus, Fipke 204)Ìý |
Registration for these events is required. EmailÌýrecruitment.ok@ubc.caÌýfor more information.
| Date | Time | Audience | Registration link |
| Wednesday, October 15 | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | For students in Canada and Canadians in the US |
“The warmth isn't just from the weather, but from the people and it didn't stop after first year. I'm constantly presented with opportunities to grow, connect, and expand my dreams because ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O gives me the space to make it happen.”
“When I received my ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O admission, I couldn't believe my eyes. It felt like I had waited years to receive the email which would determine my future. It was such a surreal feeling knowing all my hard work and studying had paid off. That I would finally be able to study the course of my dreams!”
“To me, ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O is the perfect mix between getting that world-renowned education and resources, while still knowing your professors on a first-name basis and being able to make connections that you otherwise wouldn't elsewhere. I've never felt like just another student that my professors have to teach a course to and then rinse and repeat the next year. You can see the effort that goes into curating and preparing classes every week and how they personalize lectures to best fit the needs of the class.”
“One of my favourite ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O memories would be blasting music throughout Nicola (one of the residences on campus) during move-in day for first-year students. We had so much fun meeting everyone and their families, and even ended up having a few dance battles! It was really special to be part of creating the same kind of welcoming experience that made me excited when I first joined ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O.”
“My favourite ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O memory would be way back in Jump Start, when there was a dance circle formed during the bonfire night. My friend could tell I wanted to join but was too nervous to hop in, so she pushed me into the circle. That one push not only gave me the confidence to dance that night, but also pushed me to make my journey at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½O my own. To say I would not be who I am today without that is a huge understatement!”
If you’re attending an in-person Kelowna event there are special instructions for accommodations, parking and directions.
10% off of the best available rate at the time of booking. Please use the links below to get the special event rate.
AÌýfreeÌýparking code will be provided to attendees who pre-register via email or provided on the day to attendees who register in person at the event.
On October 25, make your way to the University Centre Building. The UNC 200 Ballroom is on the second floor—there will be signage.
On November 22, make your way to the Fipke Building. The Fipke 204 lecture hall is on the second floor—there will be signage.
The first step to becoming a ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ student is to create an account. From there, you can register for a campus tour, sign up for a ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ event in your city, attend an online info session, and receive important ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ updates.
Find out more about what life is like at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½â€™s Okanagan campus, and what makes it one of the world’s top universities. Before attending an info session, learn more about living and studying at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Okanagan, deciding which degree is right for you, and how (and when!) to submit your application.
You’ll talk with current ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ students about their experiences, learn about what programs you can study, and learn about important dates and details forÌýsubmitting your application.ÌýÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Recruiters will also be available during the event to answer any questions.
EmailÌýrecruitment.ok@ubc.caÌýfor more information.