Students’ Union Okanagan of UBC

Intro to Strongman & Strongwoman
2023-10-07 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Community Athletics, 1940 Kirschner Road, Kelowna, B.C, V1Y4N6
Join us at Community Athletics to learn the basics of Strongman and Strongwoman sports, in collaboration with Kelowna’s Strongest. All proceeds go to the Community Athletics team 🙂

$10 tickets for all (as proceeds will go to Community Athletics in whole, there will be no member-pricing for this event). Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite

Location: Community Athletics, 1940 Kirschner Road

Weekly Super Smash Brothers Tournaments
2023-10-07 12:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-30 12:00 - 19:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This is our weekly Super Smash Brothers tournament every Saturday where players will play a variety of Smash Bros games against other people. Setups from players own homes will be brought (including monitor and Nintendo switch).
Location: LIB 317

Okanagan Chess Club Tournament
2023-10-07 10:00 - 13:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Calling all chess enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting chess tournament hosted by the Okanagan Chess Club. Whether you’re a seasoned chess master or just looking to have some fun and learn the game, this tournament is open to all beginner skill levels! An entry fee of only $5 to win great prizes!
Location: FIP 239

Stargazing Night!
2023-10-06 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

Friday Night RPGs
2023-10-06 17:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-29 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

OKEA Rhythm Games Hangout
2023-10-06 17:00 - 21:00 | Library, UBCO Campus, 3287 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Hosting our first in person event for the rhythm game players on campus to play and connect with each other.
Location: LIB 303

Chess Club
2023-10-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-29 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

Midterm Review Session: COSC 111
2023-10-06 17:00 - 18:30 | Science Building, UBCO Campus, 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
This is the midterm review for the first midterm of the course COSC 111.
Location: SCI 333

Dark Delights Dazzle
2023-10-06 16:00 - 20:00 | UNC 200 Ballroom, 3272 University Way, UNC200, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Embrace the enchantment of the season at ‘Dark Delights Dazzle: A Gala of Intergenerational Magic.’ Presented by Age-Link, your favorite bridge between generations, and the students of UBC Okanagan, this Halloween-themed gala invites you to a night of spellbinding connections, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. Join us as we celebrate the mystical bonds between our community’s seniors and the bright minds of tomorrow. Let’s weave together memories that will haunt our hearts for eternity. Don your most bewitching costume and be part of a night filled with timeless connections and spooky delight!
Location: UNC 200 Ballroom

Grow N Glow Club Fall Painting Night!
2023-10-05 17:30 - 20:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join the Grow N Glow club for a relaxing evening and paint some fun fall decor!
Location: ART 106

October Study Session
2023-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
History Course Union (HCU)
ART 102

Internal Competition Briefing
2023-10-05 17:00 - 18:00 | EME Building, UBCO Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us for a quick club update and internal competition briefing! Stay in the know and get ready to compete. See you there!
Location: EME 1101

Connect with your Core
2023-10-05 13:30 - 14:30 | Hangar, UBCO Campus, 3211 Athletics Court, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Join us for an on-campus workshop, facilitated by Kayshia MacIsaac of TWP Fitness. The workshop will focus on core strengthening, breathing techniques, and bracing for strength-specific movements.
Register through Eventbrite!

Location: Hangar, Studio 1

Pixar Trivia at The Well
2023-10-04 19:00 - 21:00 | The Well Pub, 3272 University Way, UNC125, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada

BIOL 200 M1 Review Session
2023-10-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Science Building, UBCO Campus, 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
The BCCU is hosting a midterm review session for BIOL 200 students. Our MTSS will have tips for how to succeed in this class, as well as test-style practice questions.
Location: SCI 333

End the Drug War Tabling
2023-10-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Central Courtyard, UBCO Campus, 1138 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Informational Tabling on Drug Decriminalization and Legalization Policy
Location: Central Courtyard, UBCO Campus

CCU First Year Midterm Study Session #1
2023-10-03 18:30 - 21:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
CCU is hosting a midterm study session for CHEM 121. We will review the main concepts taught in class through examples and problem sets. Many tutors will be available for students to ask questions.
Location: FIP 204

Historical Arts and Combat Club Practice
2023-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | 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

Tuesday Board Games
2023-10-03 17:00 - 22:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Open drop-in board games and miniature painting with games, paint and miniatures supplied by the club.
Location: Art 110

BCCU Tutoring
2023-10-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Biochemistry Course Union (BCCU)
Reoccurring event on Mondays and Tuesdays in FIP 239, however, event on Wednesdays is in SCI 236.

Geog 128 Midterm Study Session
2023-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | FIPKE Building, UBCO Campus, 3247 University Way, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
FIP 124

EESC Course Union Stream Cleanup
2023-10-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Mill Creek Regional Park, Spencer Road, Kelowna, B.C, V1X7T7, Canada
Come join us for our annual stream clean up! We have partnered with the City of Kelowna to look after a stretch of Mill Creek every year. What is better than hanging out with friends, coffee, and saving the environment? For those who do not have rides we will be carpooling people to the location. Please follow @eesccourseunion too, and instagram hear the latest updates, or email eesc.cu@gmail.com
Location: Mill Creek Regional Creek

Rail Trail Garbage Pick-up
2023-10-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Nonis Sports Field, 3257 Knowledge Lane, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Come clean up our local Rail Trail along with members of the Environmental Chemistry Course Union!
Arrive at Nonis field parking lot (Lot B) by 9:45 am for free coffee and to get prepped with all you need (garbage bags, high vis, gloves, pickers).

iGEM Social Meet & Greet
2023-09-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Third Space Cafe, 1708 Dolphin Ave, Kelowna, B.C, V1Y9S4, Canada
The iGEM Meet & Greet Social invites both new and long-standing club members to connect with one another over a delicious beverage from Third Space Cafe! The event will run from 12 PM to 3 PM, offering flexibility for attendees to join and depart at their convenience. Feel free to drop in, meet like-minded enthusiasts about synthetic biology, and leave whenever suits you best! We’re thrilled to provide this space for all club members to socialize, exchange ideas, and nerd out together!
You are not required to sign-up as a member to join this event, all that we ask is that you fill out the google form, so that we can keep track of the estimated attendance to accommodate everyone who is interested.
The event will take place at Third Space Cafe, a non-profit establishment that directs its proceeds to the Third Space Charity. Students get a 10% discount on their orders.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Intro to Powerlifting: The Squat
2023-09-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Temenos Athletics, 1155 St Paul St, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 2C6, Canada
Join us for the first workshop in our 3-part Intro to Powerlifting series! This 90-minute session will cover the basics of the squat, the movement pattern, and allow you to practice a barbell back squat in the presence of certified professionals. The workshop will be facilitated by our friends at Temenos Athletics, on September 28th from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm, at their Downtown Kelowna location.

Cost: $10 tickets for non-members $7 for members
* Members will need to show proof of membership.
Register at Eventbrite
Location: Temenos Athletics, 1155 St Paul St, Kelowna

JCC Welcome Event
2023-09-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Arts Building, UBCO Campus, 1147 Research Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada
Japanese Culture Club (JCC)

ART 112
