Indigenous Student Orientation Events
WELCOME
Find everything you need to know about what's planned for your UBC Orientations experience on this page. Check back regularly, as event details are subject to change leading up to the events. Please note: if a last-minute schedule change is required on the day of, you will be updated via email or through your Orientation Leader.
In addition to these great events, your orientation to UBC will be comprised of a wide range of events being hosted from across the University. Learn more.
Your Schedule
Indigenous Student Welcome Lunch
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
The Indigenous Student Welcome Lunch is an exciting opportunity for new and returning Indigenous students to gather and connect over great food. All Indigenous students are welcome to come to one or both of the Lunches being offered this week!
Indigenous Student Welcome Lunch
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Hosted by the šxʷta.təχʷəm Collegium at the First Nations House of Learning, the Indigenous Student Welcome Lunch is an exciting opportunity for new and returning Indigenous students to gather and connect over great food. All Indigenous students are welcome to come to one or both of the Lunches being offered this week!
IBPOC Get Connected
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Curious what it's like to be navigating campus as a IBPOC (Indigenous, Black, and all people of colour) student? Are you wondering where to meet other IBPOC students or how to get involved in clubs and groups on campus? Then you are invited to our next BIPOC Get Connected, with amazing food, and a phenomenal student panel who will share experiences, student advice, and helpful resources!
2-Spirit, Queer, and Trans Get Connected
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Would you like to connect with LGBTQ2S+ friendly student communities and allies? Then join us for our Get Connected Panel for Queer, Trans, Two-Spirit and Ally students to hear from student panelists sharing their UBC experiences, student advice, and helpful resources! With FREE FOOD and great games, it will be an event to remember.
Friday Funday Indigenous Student BBQ
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for a fun afternoon BBQ as we head into the last weekend of the summer. The šxʷta.təχʷəm Collegia Advisors will be on the grill making your summer favourites. This is a great chance to make connections for both new and returning students. All Indigenous students in any level of study are welcome!
Imagine Day
- Various Locations on Campus
Stop by the FNHL Booth to learn more about our programming and how we support Indigenous students!
Imagine Day Campus Tours
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
šxʷta:təχʷəm Collegia Advisors will be giving Longhouse tours to all Indigenous students. Check in with the Longhouse reception to get connected to a campus tour with one of the members of our team.
Tea and Coffee Time
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
All Indigenous students and staff are invited to stop by the UBC Longhouse for coffee, tea and snacks. Take the opportunity to connect with Enrollment Services Advisors (ESAs) who help students to navigate UBC. You will not regret connecting with this team early in the semester over a cup of coffee and a muffin.
First Nations House of Learning and Xwi7xwa Library Open House
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Visit the UBC Longhouse and the Xwi7xwa Library for a tour and an introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning.
Indigenous Staff & Faculty Collegia Open House
- šxʷta:təχʷəm Collegium
- 1985 West Mall
The šxʷta:təχʷəm Collegium will open September 12 for students. We invite Indigenous faculty, staff and students to visit and view the new space. FNHL staff will be there to host and share about the student resources that are available in the šxʷta:təχʷəm Collegium.
Imagine Day Pep Rally
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Meet with CAs at the Longhouse to walk together to the Pep rally.
Beading Circle Social
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us in fostering community connection and kinship at the Beading Circle Social, led by CTLT Indigenous Initiatives staff, Janelle and Hannah. All Indigenous beaders are invited to join. Bring your skills or your desire to learn to the first of many beading circles hosted at the Longhouse.
Smudging
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for a daily smudge at the Longhouse. Take time to calm, cleanse and re-group with a moment to connect to community, culture and place.
UBC Longhouse Community Resource Fair
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us at Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall to have a chance to meet many of the faces, programs, resources and places at UBC working to support you in finding your community.
Plant A Friend
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Did you just move into a new room on or off campus, or did your roommate let all your plants die over the summer? Join FNHL student staff for “Plant a Friend”: paint and decorate pots for bright green succulents and tropical plants to brighten up your study spaces.
First Nations House of Learning and Xwi7xwa Library Open House
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Visit the UBC Longhouse and the Xwi7xwa Library for a tour and an introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning.
Waffles and Pancakes
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Wake up for waffles! Perk up for pancakes! Come and make friends with these two breakfast classics. Learn about the services available at the UBC Wellness Centre.
Tea and Coffee Time
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
All Indigenous students and staff are invited to stop by the UBC Longhouse for coffee, tea and snacks. Take the opportunity to connect with your Enrollment Services Advisors (ESAs). ESAs help students to navigate UBC.
Smudging
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join UBC Indigenous cultural leaders for a daily smudge at the Longhouse. Take time to calm, cleanse and re-group with a moment to connect to community, culture and place.
Métis Cultural Celebration
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for Métis cultural activities in the Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall. All Indigenous students are welcome!
First Nations House of Learning Xwi7Xwa Library Open House
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Visit the UBC Longhouse and the Xwi7xwa Library for a tour and an introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning.
Tea & Coffee Time
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
All Indigenous students and staff are invited to stop by the UBC Longhouse for coffee, tea and snacks. Take the opportunity to connect with your Enrollment Services Advisors (ESAs). ESAs help students to navigate UBC.
Smudging
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for a daily smudge at the Longhouse. Take time to calm, cleanse and re-group with a moment to connect to community, culture and place.
Bannock Monday
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Do you love Bannock? Join us for the best moment of your busy week - your 'Bannock moment'.
Paint Night
- šxʷta:təχʷəm Collegium
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for an evening of creativity at one of our renowned paint nights hosted by talented artists and surround yourself with a supportive and creative community.
FNHL Welcome Back BBQ
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Hosted by the First Nations House of Learning, the Welcome Back BBQ is an exciting opportunity for Indigenous students, staff, and faculty to gather and connect over great food, as we all journey back to the First Nations Longhouse.
Pow Wow Dancing
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us for one of Shyama-Priya's Pow Wow Dance Workout Classes. Pow wow dancing is not only an excellent workout but also a great way to connect to culture and meet other Indigenous students! Dance to the beat of the drum at the Longhouse in Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall.
UBC Longhouse Community Resource Fair
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Join us at Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall to have a chance to meet many of the faces, programs, resources and places at UBC working to support you in finding your community.
Indigenous Graduate Initiatives Showcase
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Please join us for the Indigenous Graduate Initiatives Showcase and information fair. Open to all programs, faculty, staff and students (undergraduate and graduate). Please contact Tarene Thomas at tarene.thomas@ubc.ca for more information.
Graduate Student Welcome
- First Nations Longhouse
- 1985 West Mall
Please join us at the First Nations House of Learning to meet other Indigenous graduate students, and learn more about Graduate and postdoctoral services!
Useful Information
Things to note
Time Zone: The schedule is displayed in Pacific Daylight Time.
In case it rains: If it's raining on the morning of Imagine UBC you will still be meeting your Orientation Group in the same location.
Things to bring: Water bottle, snacks, walking shoes, a rain jacket (just in case), a backpack, pen and paper.
If you have a smartphone: No need to print this page out. You can access this mobile-enabled page on your smartphone. Learn how to connect to UBC's campus-wide secure wireless network.
Accessibility
Gender Neutral bathrooms: Learn more about our inclusive bathroom spaces.
Centre for Accessibility: A central resource which supports removing barriers for students with disabilities and facilitating disability related accommodations.
If you have any accessibility requests during Jump Start, please email orientations.jumpstart@ubc.ca.
Event Photography
Please be aware that photography and some videography will be taking place during Imagine UBC. Official university photographers will make every effort to respect student privacy. You should indicate to photographers if you do not consent to being photographed.
Need to contact us?
For any Jump Start related questions please email us at orientations.jumpstart@ubc.ca.
For all other questions please email us at orientations.info@ubc.ca.
