Students’ Union Okanagan of UBC

Anthropology Course Union Study Night
2024-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The Anthropology Course Union will be hosting our first ever event! Majors and non-majors are welcome to de-stress from the exam season grind and have a chill study session together. Food and drinks will be provided!
Location: FIP 121

First-year Nursing student clinical orientation
2024-11-21 17:30 - 19:00 | UNC 106 Theatre, UBCO Campus, 3272 University Way, UNC133, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V1V7, Canada
Join us for the First Year Nursing Student Clinical Orientation, designed to prepare new nursing students for their upcoming clinical experiences. This event will cover essential topics, including clinical expectations, patient care protocols, and important resources available throughout your education. You’ll have the opportunity to meet nursing students in the upper years, learn about clinical placements and schedules, and engage in workshops focusing on patient safety and documentation requirements. All first-year nursing students are encouraged to attend this informative session to connect with peers and faculty as you embark on your nursing journey.
Location: UNC 106 Theatre

S.T.E.M gala
2024-11-21 17:00 - 22:00 | UNC 200 Ballroom, 3272 University Way, UNC200, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us for an exciting evening as we spotlight some of the most creative tech projects by talented students at our university! This is your chance to see innovative ideas come to life, meet the minds behind them, and get inspired. Plus, enjoy delicious food, connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, and build your network. Whether you’re into coding, design, or just curious about the latest in tech, this event is for you! Don’t miss out on a night of creativity, collaboration, and community!
Location: UNC 200 Ballroom

advocacy booth
2024-11-21 14:00 - 16:00 | UNC Foyer, UBCO Campus, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A pop-up advocacy booth to talk about upcoming events, sex positivity, and spreading resources but the main theme this time, making consent sexy.
Location: UNC 100A

SUST CU DIY MERCH
2024-11-21 11:30 - 14:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The Sustainability Course Union is excited to present SUST merch! Join us for a DIY merch event aimed at reducing our carbon footprint and tackling the issues associated with fast fashion. Bring in your own or thrifted clothing pieces, and we’ll transform them into unique Sustainability CU merch using our logos and a heat press!
Whether you want to watch The Lorax, catch up on homework, or just hang out, our drop-in event is perfect for you! Registration is essential to select your desired logo decals and pricing. Can’t stay long? No worries! We’ll take photos of your preferred decal placement and ensure you get your customized piece back. Let’s try to make a positive impact on our wardrobe and the planet together!
Have any questions? Ask us on Instagram @sustcourseunion 🙂

Location: EME 2181

UDC dance class
2024-11-20 20:00 - 21:00 | On Pointe Studio, 6 3185 VIA CENTRALE, Kelowna, B.C, V1V 2A7, Canada
Unite Dance Club will be having weekly dance classes every Wednesday from 8-9. Register on Rubric!
Location: On Pointe Studio

Coding sessions (with coaches)
2024-11-20 18:30 - 21:00 | ASC 130, UBCO Campus, 3187 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Computer programming session guided by coaches. Each week we will make workshops, projects, and activities to help the UBCO community learn about programming through real-world examples in different areas from cybersecurity to machine learning.
Location: ASC 130

Panel Discussion on (What are) The difficulties/implications of state neutrality in an increasingly globalized world/international stage.
2024-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
A panel discussion of professors from Philosophy, Political Science, Economics and History, which will be examining State Neutrality. In this case, “state neutrality” refers strictly to states taking an officially neutral stance in cases of conflict (armed or otherwise) between other states, refusing to participate militarily, economically, or politically in the given situation.
Location: EME 1121

PCU Bag Painting Night
2024-11-20 18:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
Join the Psychology Course Union for an evening of painting tote bags! Relax from your assignments and exams with painting, music, and chatting with other psychology students. The best part… you get a free personalized bag! We hope to see you there!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND SEATS ARE LIMITED! Check out our Instagram (@suopcu) for registration details.
Location: FIP 138

MUN Club Meeting
2024-11-20 18:00 - 20:30 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
MUN Weekly Club Meeting.
Location: EME 2181

Dental Specialty Information Night
2024-11-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
An informative meeting for Pre-dental students and students interested in the field to learn about specialties and careers after dental school.
Location: ART 365

Pride Resource Centre
2024-11-20 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

Skills Booth: Learn Practical Tools for Stress Management and Resilience
2024-11-20 10:00 - 15:00 | UNC Foyer, UBCO Campus, 3272 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join the Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy Club at our Skills Booth for an interactive session focused on building essential mental health skills! We’ll explore practical strategies for managing stress, improving emotional well-being, and navigating challenging situations. These evidence-based techniques will equip you with tools to enhance your resilience and maintain balance in your daily life. Whether you’re looking for ways to handle stress or simply want to boost your mental health, this booth is open to everyone – no prior experience needed!
Location: UNC122B

Graduate Student Committee Meeting
2024-11-20 10:00 - 11:00 | British Columbia
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 Graduate Student Committee:
Mhamoda Moli
graduate.representative@suo.ca
Graduate Student Committee Meeting is usually held via Team.
For this meeting:
Meeting ID: 227 079 680 810
Passcode: [REDACTED]

A Night in Punjab
2024-11-19 18:00 - 21:30 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
It is the first event of the Punjabi Student Association (PSA) aimed at introducing new and returning students to the club and its executive team. The event celebrates Punjabi culture with an evening full of engaging activities. Attendees can enjoy games and delicious food. It’s a great opportunity for students to connect with the PSA community, learn more about the club and its upcoming events, and meet fellow members in a fun, welcoming environment. The event is designed to unite students and create lasting memories while celebrating Punjabi heritage.
Location: EME 2111

Soils Trivia Pub Night
2024-11-19 18:00 - 21:30 | The Well Pub, 3272 University Way, UNC125, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This event is for students that are interested in soils or agrology. It is a partnership event with EESC Course Union, BCIA (British Columbia Institute of Agrologists) and PRSSS (Pacific Regional Society of Soil Science). This event will also be attended by Industry professionals and agrology related professors. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow students as well as industry professionals. It will be a fun evening full of food and learning new facts about soil as well as other earth science related topics! Don’t know much about soils…… DONT WORRY! Industry professionals will be there to help!
Follow the EESC CU on Instagram or Facebook to find out how to get your ticket through Rubric.
*Please note that this is a 19+ event and that the EESC course union does not promote binge drinking*

HACC Weekly Practice
2024-11-19 18:00 - 21:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Our weekly practice, in which we perform historical arts and sciences, as well as swordplay.
Location: EME 0020

Optometry mixer
2024-11-19 17:00 - 19:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
We are welcoming new optometry members to our club and hope to grow the community. We want to have an event that brings people in touch with optometry and the path to becoming an eye doctor. We will have fun game sessions related to the eye, Q and A period on the career and what it is, we will have an educational and entertaining presentation accompanied with snacks.
Location: EME 2181

Board Game Night
2024-11-19 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

Tote Bag Painting Night
2024-11-19 16:30 - 22:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come paint your own Tote Bag with us! Unwind before finals season. Tote bags and supplies will be provided!!
Location: EME 1121

Biology 205 (Comparative Invertebrate Zoology) Midterm Review
2024-11-19 15:30 - 17:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Aimed to help prepare students for the second midterm of Biol 205, students will be given a Kahoot to help test their ability to recall information and highlight areas of further study, as well as a series of questions that students can work together to answer.
Location: FIP 139

Weekly Grad Coffee
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Science Building, UBCO Campus, 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us weekly to enjoy a cup of coffee, some treats and great conversations with fellow students, faculty and staff! This is the perfect way to kick off your week!
Location: SCI 374

Indigenous Peoples Collective
2024-11-19 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

Tune Titans Weekly meeting
2024-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This is a meeting once a week to discuss upcoming projects that would be worked on, with music production workshops.
Location: ART 104

QSCU - ASTR 110: Midterm 2 Review Session
2024-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Our Physics and Astronomy representative is collaborating with the course professor to organize a review session ahead of the exam. This session is designed to help students prepare more effectively through guided review and peer-to-peer collaboration. Don’t miss this great opportunity to strengthen your understanding and boost your exam preparation!
Location: LIB 303

Giddha workshop
2024-11-18 17:15 - 18:30 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This event is to teach educate and inspire women in the Punjabi community to get in touch with their roots and learn giddha. giddha combines dance, singing, and acting making it musical theater. It’s a way for women to share their stories and their experiences in an unfiltered emotionally expressive and vibrant way. We are excited to be starting workshops and have women be empowered and find their voice.
Location: EME 1202

Weekly Disc Golf League Nights
2024-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Knox Mountain Park, 450 Knox Mountain Dr, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Weekly disc golf round at Knox with other students. All skill levels are welcome!
Location: Knox Mountain Disc Golf Course

Thriftin' for Charity
2024-11-18 10:30 - 15:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us at the EME Foyer on November 18th for a fun and casual thrift store event! We’re gathering clothing donations and putting on a thrift store to raise money for charity. It’s a great chance to pick up some fresh styles while supporting a good cause. Any leftover items will be donated to charity, so your contributions will help in more ways than one. Come by, check out some cool finds, and be part of something meaningful!
Location: EME Foyer

Women's Resource Centre
2024-11-18 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

Intercultural Activity Series: HKSC
2024-11-18 07:30 - 21:30 | Gymnasium, UBCO Campus, 3211 Athletics Court, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come join the Hong Kong Student Club and Vietnamese Student Association for this dodgeball event. Dodgeball will be played in the Hong Kong way, which is one ball per court. All participants get some welcome back snacks!
Location: Gym
