Are you an international student at UBC? Feeling overwhelmed by the experience of being a student in a new country? If so, consider joining Global Connections, UBC's in-person international student support group. Meet other international students in a safe and relaxing space, connect and build a community of support on campus, and learn ways to navigate the unique challenges often experienced by international students.
Each group meeting will have a general thematic topic, and be guided by group facilitators. However, a variety of relevant topics are encouraged to be brought into each group meeting. Past group topics have included:
- Adjusting to Canadian culture
- Language concerns and challenges
- Making connections and new friendships
- Coping with academic stress and demands
- Facing uncertainty and unknowns in a new country
- Building resilience and self-compassion
You can join the support group at any point throughout the term, and you’re welcome to attend as many, or as few, group meetings as you may find helpful. Since the group sessions will be held in person at UBC Counselling Services, students will need to be on campus in order to participate in the group.
I found it extremely helpful to talk about the things you always just 'think' about. I realized this in this group.
UBC Vancouver student
