Orientations

Participate in Orientation programs to make new friends, ask questions, and experience UBC life before school begins and beyond.

Orientation programs

Find your Orientation program and prepare for a fun day or week of engaging activities.

Students walking through The Nest during Jump Start

Jump Start

Aug 29 to Sep 2, 2022

Have a first look at university life on the Vancouver campus over five days of events. Fully in-person residence-based and commuter-based streams will be available this year.

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Imagine UBC

Tues, Sep 6, 2022

On the first day of school, meet students and professors from your faculty and join the UBC community at the Pep Rally and Main Event.

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First Nations Longhouse Orientation

Connect to UBC Longhouse staff and resources at the orientation for Indigenous students.

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GradStart orientation

If you're a graduate student, attend events to connect with your graduate community and learn about resources and support.

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Black Student Orientation

Aug 31 and Sep 1, 2022

UBC Black students are invited to an event to build community with each other, get tips for transitioning to UBC, and connect with Black-identifying student groups.

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