Ever sat hungry in a dead quiet lecture because you didn’t have enough time to get food? You’re desperately trying to internally prevent your stomach from growling because you know that your row will hear it and immediately throw you some shade.
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Biking on campus has got to be addressed. More specifically, biking and skateboarding should be banned — Scooters can stay because bless their pure little hearts.
Going into science was never a question for UBC alum Jakob Manning — both of his parents are science teachers. Manning, who graduated from UBC in 2015, now dedicates his time to Geering Up UBC Engineering & Science, a non-profit organization that strives to promote STEM to youth.
Before arriving to the University of Glasgow for my semester abroad I talked to many former exchange students — I was curious if they befriended locals, traveled or made life long friends while living in a foreign city.
To keep you from getting stuck in a long-term relationship you can’t get out of, I have made a list of some potential red flags that may be a sign that you should to drop a course before it’s too late.
“The 1st major difference between UBC and Glasgow is the course breakdown. How does 1 final paper worth 100% of your final grade sound? Well, that sort of class break down is very common in the United Kingdom.”
The shop is located at UBC Central, right beside the bus loop and the Nest. Enjoy an exotic Blueberry Balsamic flavoured ice cream or their most popular flavour, London Fog. The days of being ice cream deprived on campus are over.
Are you one of those Vancouverites who finds the sun to be a bit of a jerk and secretly enjoys the cold? Well you are not alone; I too despise the summer heat and am constantly looking for activities that don’t involve tan lines or allergies.
What makes for a great road trip you ask? Three things. A gnarly road trip soundtrack, multiple drivers, and a bucket (just in case the bladder comes calling on the highway). The sun is shining, mosquitoes are flying and summer is in full force.
If you are excited about leading and interacting with others, UBC’s Electrical/Computer Engineering Department is looking for Student Ambassadors to aid in facilitating events for the Vancouver Summer Program.
Without a doubt, the washrooms in Kenny are one of the dirtiest in the nation. I am still suffering from the emotional trauma I received the time I had to go there. I felt like I was trapped in a small cubicle where no one would find me.
Going to a class where the prof can’t be found on Rate My Professor or doesn’t exist online is like going on a blind date — it can be unpredictable and exciting. But this usually means that they’re new to UBC.