Students’ Union Okanagan of UBC

Historical Arts and Combat Club Practice
2024-03-19 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | UNC 200 Ballroom, 3272 University Way, UNC200, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join the Historical Arts and Combat Club as we practice diverse historical fighting methods, dance, and participate in nearly forgotten arts and sciences.
Location: UNC 200 Ballroom

Engineering Co-Op Informational
2024-03-20 12:00 - 13:30 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Engineering Co-Op office will be providing a presentation about what Engineering Co-Op has to offer along with a time for a Q&A with current and former Co-Op students.
Location: FIP 239

CSI weekly meetings
2024-03-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Campus Sustainability Initiatives is a student group that leads and supports student led projects to make our local community more sustainable. In our weekly meetings we bring a diverse array of students together to plan projects and events.
Location: ART 203

Brews and Brushes
2024-03-20 19:00 - 20:30 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Our event offers a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and discover the joy of painting. So, come join us for a memorable evening filled with creativity, conversation, and cups of tea.
Location: FIP 121

CCU Spring Pub Night Ticket Sales
2024-03-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Commons Building, UBCO Campus, 3297 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Selling tickets for our Pub Night Event happening on April 5th 2024. A ticket will give you entry to the event, and a T-shirt.
Location: COM 100

SHAG: Sexual Health Awareness Gala
2024-03-21 11:00 - 15:00 | University Way, UBCO Campus, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada

SUO $5 Smart Meals
2024-03-21 11:00 - 17:00 | UNC Foyer, UBCO Campus, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada

CHEM 311 MTSS #2
2024-03-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Science Building, UBCO Campus, 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A second midterm review session for students in CHEM 311.
Location: SCI 236

St. Georges Vet School Presentation
2024-03-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom (Online), Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Join us on March 21 at 6pm to learn about international vet school St. Georges University! Please register by link on our Instagram or via email at prevet.okanagan@outlook.com

EngSoc AGM
2024-03-21 18:30 - 22:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
EngSoc’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will feature us going over motions, as well as having speeches from our Spring General Election candidates.
Location: EME 0050

EESC Trivia Night
2024-03-21 19:30 - 22:00 | The Well Pub, 3272 University Way, UNC125, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Do you ROCK? Then Join the EESC Course Union for an epic trivia night about earth and environmental science in the Well Student Pub. It’s going to be a super gneiss time. Form a group of 3-4, or join out as an individual to be placed in a team. For registration email eesc.cu@gmail.com
Event is 19+ so please bring ID

BCCU AGM
2024-03-22 16:00 - 17:30 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come to the BCCU’s AGM and learn about what it means to be an exec, our year-end wrap-up and elections!
Location: LIB 317

Chess Club
2024-03-22 17:00 - 19:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us every Friday at 5-7pm for our weekly chess club meetup! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, you’re welcome to come and play some games, sharpen your skills, and socialize with other chess fans. Our friendly club members will be on hand to offer tips, answer questions, and facilitate games. So come on down to play some chess. We can’t wait to see you there!

Located: ASC Foyer

Friday Night RPGs
2024-03-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Games Club will be hosting student-led groups of players playing role-playing games (RPGs) weekly from 5 – 10 PM.
Location: ART 203, ART 102, ART 106, ART 108, ART 206, ART 208, ART 210, ART 218, ART 219, ART 112

Teeyan
2024-03-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This is a fun event where traditionally Punjabi women get together and do cultural activities.
Location: LIB 305

SGU at UBCO
2024-03-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
SGU is hosting a suturing and info session for pre-med students.
Location: LIB 312

CSCU AGM + Games
2024-03-22 18:30 - 21:30 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This event will be the annual general meeting for the computer science course union. There will be food and there will be games.
Location: FIP 204

Karaoke Night with the ASA supporting 'This Space is for You'
2024-03-22 19:00 - 22:00 | The Well Pub, 3272 University Way, UNC125, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada

Stargazing Night!
2024-03-22 20:00 - 23:30 | Pine Trail Lookout, Kelowna, B.C, Canada
Stargazing night for students of all departments and disciplines! We set up telescopes and you get to study the cosmos with us.
Location: Pine Trail Lookout

motionballU Marathon of Sport
2024-03-23 09:00 - 15:00 | UBCO Campus, 3333 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
motionball is a national non-profit organization that raises funds and awareness for Special Olympics. The Marathon of Sport is our annual signature event, which is an amazing day where over 100 UBCO students come out to fundraise and play alongside local Special Olympics athletes for a fun-filled day of sport and inclusion! You can sign up as a team captain, where you would recruit your friends and create a team to fundraise and participate in the event, or you can sign up as an individual and we would add you to a team. The registration fee includes coffee and pastries in the morning, lunch, and a motionball t-shirt! Plus, if fundraise at least $50, you can get your registration fee back. We hope to see you there!
Register here!
Location: UBCO Gymnasium

OKEA Weekly Super Smash Brothers Tournaments
2024-03-23 12:00 - 19:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This event is a video game tournament where players will play Smash Bros games against other people.
There will be setups that players will bring from their own homes (including monitors and Nintendo switches). Feel free to come and join!
Location: LIB 312

"Amirah Mahomed: From Co-op to Lab Manager in 4 Years"
2024-03-23 17:00 - 19:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
“Amirah Mahomed: From Co-op to Lab Director in 4 Years” details the remarkable journey of Amirah Mahomed, a young, dynamic professional who rapidly ascended from a cooperative education (co-op) student to the director of a prestigious research laboratory within the span of just four years. This event is designed to inspire and educate attendees on the power of dedication, strategic career planning, and the importance of seizing opportunities in the STEM fields.
The session begins with an overview of Amirah’s early days as a co-op student, highlighting her initial experiences, the challenges she faced, and the learning opportunities that came her way. It delves into the strategies she employed to stand out, the mentors who guided her, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career trajectory.
As the narrative progresses, the focus shifts to Amirah’s transition from student to professional, underscoring her innovative approaches to research, leadership skills, and her contribution to groundbreaking projects that caught the attention of senior management.
The latter part of the event is dedicated to her role as a lab director, including the responsibilities that come with the position, her approach to managing a diverse team, fostering a culture of innovation, and her vision for the future of research in her field.
This inspiring tale is not just a career progression story but a testament to the impact of mentorship, perseverance, and the willingness to embrace challenges. The event concludes with a Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage directly with Amirah, followed by a networking session to connect with fellow aspirants and professionals.
Location: EME 1151

Jeopardy
2024-03-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Prize-winning activity, watching Anime, and snacking.
Location: ART 214

FSA Barrio Fiesta
2024-03-23 18:00 - 21:00 | UNC 200 Ballroom, 3272 University Way, UNC200, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A fun-filled night loaded with games, icebreaker activities, performances, and Filipino food! This is a night to celebrate Filipino culture and meet new people.
Get your tickets here!
Location: UNC 200 Ballroom

Okanagan Heritage Museum Tour
2024-03-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Okanagan Heritage Museum, 470 Queensway, Kelowna, BC, V1Y6S7, Canada
A guided tour of the Okanagan Heritage Museum

Season Wrap-up Party
2024-03-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Kelowna Curling Club, 551 Recreation Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 7V5, Canada
In celebration of the end of the 2023/24 curling season, OKSCC is inviting you to come out and curl with us! Snacks and drinks included!
Location: Kelowna Curling Club

E-Waste Drive
2024-03-25 12:00 - 14:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Have old electronics as part of our application for a scholarship to the Electronic Recycling Association in which we run an event and collect E-Waste that they then pick up to recycle. We are running some small tabling events on campus to collect E-Waste from students and bring them to our Club Space location on Innovation Drive which will be our pickup location for the ERA.
Location: EME 0020

Fiber Craft Club Meetup
2024-03-25 14:00 - 17:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Meet-up of Fiber crafters or Fiber craft learners!
Location: LIB 312

Battlebots Club Weekly Meeting
2024-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Recurring Battlebots Meeting.
Location: ART 203

Safeguarding Cats and Birds in the Okanagan
2024-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A representative from the Stewardship Center of BC will be delivering a talk on the ecological problems faced by birds in the Okanagan, specifically focusing on the threats from outdoor or stray cats.
Free to attend, and pizza dinner will be provided.
Location: ART 104
