Graduate students can find "how to" guides and support information on our Workday support page.
Working with others
Building relationships inside and outside the university can help graduate students thrive and feel supported while learning from the experiences of others.
Services
| Title | Description | Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Grad Student Support Group |
About the group Are you a graduate student? Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or challenged in balancing work and life? This in-person support group is for graduate students to connect with each other in a non-judgmental and welcoming space to help navigate the unique challenges of grad school. Topics are generated by participants so that relevant themes may be addressed. Past discussions have focused on topics such as: motivation, procrastination, perfectionism, feelings of being an imposter, isolation and making connections, work/life balance and setting boundaries, and managing work relationships. Further, you may learn new coping strategies and skills, be connected to helpful resources, and foster greater resiliency and self-agency. You can join the support group at any point during the term, though we recommend regular attendance as it builds community. Eligibility This group is open to UBC Vancouver graduate students. Group sessions will be held in person. Students will need to be on campus in order to participate in the group. We recognize the unique individual needs of each student and will provide alternate options if group programming is not an appropriate referral option or fit. Group session details
To participate in this group, please contact counselling services There are other support groups that may be of interest to grad students including Relationship Skills, ADHD Skills, for International Students, and more. |
Wellness Centre, Counselling Services |
Resources
| Title | Description | Provider |
|---|---|---|
| Career resources for students from historically marginalized communities | Navigating your career options and seeking employment are two important components of your experience as a UBC student and future alumnus. The UBC Career Centre has a resource page dedicated to answering questions and providing campus & community resources to help you thrive. The page includes information for groups including, but not limited to: | UBC Career Centre |
| Career Planning, Graduate | Visit the graduate student career page for tools, resources, advice, and video stories to help guide your career planning and exploration. | UBC Career Centre |
| Event Venues, Free | The Graduate Student Society has several spaces within the Graduate Student Centre, 6371 Crescent Road, as well as the GSS Loft in the Nest,6133 University Blvd, available for graduate student professional development and social events as well as meetings and study groups. Learn more about the venues, their capacity, and how to reserve a space here. | Graduate Student Society |
| Online Career Mentor | Create a free profile on The UBC Hub to connect with a UBC alumni mentor from anywhere in the world. Gain insight on global job markets and industries, receive feedback on your job search materials and online profile, or conduct informational interviews. | alumni UBC, UBC Career Centre |
| Hidden Handbook | A mini-series of short videos (5 - 10 mins each), to provide quick tips for success in a variety of areas across the academic sphere. Join for free with UBC's subscription, then watch. Chapter 1: Accountability Matters: When it comes to research and writing, accountability matters. This video highlights three ways to increase academics’ accountability and boost their research productivity. Chapter 2: Creating Micro Goals to Maximize Your 30-Minute Writing Sessions | National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity |
| Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in Research (online course) | Developed specifically for the UBC research community, this canvas course helps develop the understanding and application of appropriate EDI practices to the research environment. Start today. | Office of the Vice-President Research and Innovation |