Summer Internal Battlebots Competition 2024
2024-08-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Small unofficial competition to check the performance of bots before Kilobots, previous one was postponed.

Oversight Committee Meeting
2024-08-16 10:00 - 12:00
The SUO committee meetings are open to the members unless the Board of Directors has empowered the committee and the committee duly resolves to move the meeting in camera.
Please check out the events calendar to see when the committees are meeting. If you wish to observe the meeting or bring something forward at a committee meeting, please contact the chair of a committee.
Chair of the Oversight Committee:
Aliasgar Sakarwala
aliasgar.sakarwala@suo.ca

Board Meeting
2024-08-20 12:00 - 14:00
Our Board Meetings are open to the membership unless the Board of Directors resolves to move the meeting in camera. The agenda will be posted at least 72 hours in advance of a meeting on the SUO website. Please click the link below for the agenda:
Meeting Agenda & Minutes – Students’ Union Okanagan of UBC (suo.ca)
The August board meeting will be held through zoom. If you wish to observe the meeting, please contact the SUO Governance Coordinator at governance.coordinator@suo.ca.

Finance Committee Meeting
2024-08-21 11:00 - 12:00
The SUO committee meetings are open to the members unless the Board of Directors has empowered the committee and the committee duly resolves to move the meeting in camera.
Please check out the events calendar to see when the committees are meeting. If you wish to observe the meeting or bring something forward at a committee meeting, please contact the chair of a committee.
Chair of the Finance Committee:
VP Finance and Administration
vpfinance@suo.ca

Policy Committee Meeting
2024-08-26 13:00 - 14:00
The SUO committee meetings are open to the members unless the Board of Directors has empowered the committee and the committee duly resolves to move the meeting in camera.
Please check out the events calendar to see when the committees are meeting. If you wish to observe the meeting or bring something forward at a committee meeting, please contact the chair of a committee.
Chair of the Policy Committee:
VP Internal
Rajat Arora
vpinternal@suo.ca

PRC Picnic
2024-09-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Central Courtyard, UBCO Campus, 1138 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join us from 1-3pm on the courtyard for lawn games, snacks, and clothing exchange and get to know people on-campus!
Location: Central Courtyard

Biology Graduate Student and Faculty Welcome BBQ
2024-09-06 15:30 - 18:30 | UBCO Campus, 3333 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A BBQ event to kick off the new school year for all Biology graduate students and Biology faculty and staff! This event will welcome new graduate students and allow current students to get to know others in the biology department. We will provide food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Location: ASC Courtyard

Membership Sale
2024-09-06 16:30 - 18:00 | UBCO Campus, 3333 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come buy a membership to Girls Who Lift SUO! Each membership includes a phone wallet, a sticker, a GWL shaker cup, discounts to our events, as well as a free member-only event! Each membership costs $15. We will be in the commons field; you’ll see us with the purple table where we will have games!

Location: Commons Field

Weekly Anime Showings
2024-09-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Every week, we will play some games and watch 3 episodes of anime! There will be snacks too!!
Location: ART 102

UBCO x OKSL Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
2024-09-07 12:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-14 12:00 - 19:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Weekly Super smash brothers’ ultimate tournaments ran at UBCO.
Location: LIB 312

MSA Soccer Tournament
2024-09-08 13:00 - 20:00 | Nonis Sports Field, 3257 Knowledge Lane, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The Management Student Association (MSA) is hosting a charity soccer tournament to raise funds for cancer and oncology research in support of BC Children’s Hospital. This knockout-style event offers teams the chance to compete for a prize pool of $1,000. All proceeds from the tournament will go straight to the cause.
Cause/Charity: BC Children’s Hospital is the province’s only full-service, acute
care hospital dedicated to serving the medical needs of one million children living in BC and the
Yukon. It is the only pediatric teaching hospital in BC that provides highly specialized training to the
medical professionals of tomorrow.
I encourage you to watch the “ Meet out Kids” videos, including Rylie’s story., Nick and Evelyn. These stories powerfully highlight the impact of your support.
During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, all funds raised will be matched by the Michael Cuccione Foundation, amplifying your donation’s impact.
Learn more about the ongoing research projects like PROFYLE and BRAvE by watching this Changing the Conversation featuring Dr. Rod Rassekh and Dr. Rebecca Deyell . It’s a moving watch, so be prepared with some tissues!

Indigenous Peoples Collective
2024-09-10 12:30 - 15:30, 2024-09-17 12:30 - 15:30 | UNC Resource Centre, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, B.C, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join our IPC Resource Center for their drop-in hours!
The IPC serves as a space for Indigenous students, faculty, and community members to gather safely, share ideas, and enjoy events and laughter. Our collective is forward-thinking, considering the needs of future Indigenous generations. We aim to establish a strong foundation to provide resources and support for Indigenous individuals, both within and beyond the institution, fostering community connections.
Location: UNC 132

Board Game Night
2024-09-10 17:00, 2024-09-17 17:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The Games Club hosts a board game night where people come and play board games.
Location: ART 110 and Art 104

HACC Weekly Practice
2024-09-10 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Central Courtyard, UBCO Campus, 1138 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Our weekly practice, in which we perform historical arts and sciences and practice historical sword-based martial arts.
Location: Courtyard (Grassy Area)

Pride Resource Centre
2024-09-11 10:00 - 17:00 | UNC Resource Centre, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, B.C, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join PRC for their drop-in hours!
As a paraprofessional service, it offers referrals to healthcare resources without providing direct medical advice. PRC volunteers host events and office hours, providing a safe and confidential space for discussions on LGBT issues.
Above all, the PRC aims to create an inclusive campus atmosphere regardless of gender or sexual orientation. It fosters social engagement and awareness of sexual and gender diversity through discussions and events.
Location: UNC 132

KDT Welcome Party
2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | ASC 130, UBCO Campus, 3187 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
KDT welcomes everyone to a fun evening of various games, snacks, and prizes.
Location: ASC 130

Ogopogo Solar Kickoff Event
2024-09-12 18:30 - 20:30 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us at the Ogopogo Solar Kickoff Event! Dive into the future of sustainable transportation as we unveil our ambitious project to create Okanagan’s firsts street-legal solar-powered race car, primed for the 2030 Formula Sun Grand Prix and American Solar Challenge. Enjoy engaging discussions, meet like-minded enthusiasts, and savor delicious pizza while we launch this thrilling project.

Location: EME 1121

CCU : CHEM 121 Lab Excel Info Session
2024-09-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Science Building, UBCO Campus, 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The Chemistry Course Union is hosting an info session for members taking CHEM 121 on proper use and functions of the excel program during labs.
Location: SCI 337

Peer Support Network
2024-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 | UNC Resource Centre, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, B.C, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join PSN for their drop-in hours!
Peer Support Network (PSN) offers a confidential space on campus where students can seek support from peers regarding personal challenges. As a paraprofessional service, the PSN provides empathetic peer support without diagnosing or treating mental illness.
Operating alongside the Women’s Resource Center and the Pride Resource Center, the PSN aims to ensure no student feels isolated and works to promote mental health awareness within the campus community.
Location: UNC 132

ASA Icebreaker
2024-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 | ASC 140, UBCO Campus, 3187 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
An event for students to come together, make new friends, and participate in team games. Online tickets coming soon!
Location: ASC 140

Welcome Back Pub Night
2024-09-13 19:00 - 23:59 | Kelowna Brewing Company, #121-975 Academy way, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Join us at KBC for a welcome to the 2024/25 school year!
Come meet new EESC friends or say hello to old ones! This event will be 19+. See our social media (@eesccourseunion) for more details.
Location: Kelowna Brewing Company

OK Motorsports General Club Meeting
2024-09-14 10:00 - 16:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
An executive weekly meeting followed by a general club member meeting. Weekly meetings involve review of progress over the past week and discussion of any new updates.
Location: EME 0050

PRC Beach Day
2024-09-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Hot Sands Beach, 1600 Abbott St,, Kelowna, B.C, V1Y 1B7, Canada
Come join us downtown at Hot Sands Beach in Kelowna City Park! We’ll be meeting at Queensway exchange at the 97 UBCO Bus stop at 2pm (look for the rainbow scarf) and leaving at 2:15pm. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the beach from there (also easily findable via google maps). Come meet some queer folk and enjoy the last bit of summer!
Location: Hot Sands Beach, Kelowna City Park

SUO By-Election Nomination Period
2024-09-16 08:00 - 2024-09-27 23:30
Nomination Period Begins | September 16 at 8:00 am
Closes September 27th at 4 pm
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Faculty of Health & Social Development Student Representative (1)
Faculty of Science Student Representative (1)
College of Graduate Students Representative (1)
WHAT IS A BY-ELECTION?
A formal way of voting for students to hold elected positions within the SUO
It happens in October if a board position is vacant. Sometimes a referendum may be voted on as well.

Women's Resource Centre
2024-09-16 09:00 - 15:00 | UNC Resource Centre, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, B.C, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come stop by the Women’s Resource Center for their drop-in hours!
All services offered by the WRC are paraprofessionals, however, the WRC provides a safe place on campus for women and those who identify as female, to find a supportive environment and connections to other resources on and off campus. The WRC annually initiates many events, campaigns, and fundraisers all to better the lives of women primarily on campus, while maintaining connections to the local, national and international scale.
Location: UNC 132
