If you are a student aged 19-25 with a disability or who lives with someone with a disability you can give your feedback to the BC Government on the development of new accessibility legislation.
The Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction is hosting a special virtual consultation session on Monday November 25, 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Register for the session via e-mail to engageaccessility@gov.bc.ca or calling toll-free 1 844 878-0640.
Once you’ve registered you’ll be provided with the call-in/skype details.
Thanks to the many of you who have already completed the 2019 Funding Survey or signed up for one of our funding focus groups. That response has been so enormously helpful in allowing us to advocate for you.
If you want more information on the survey we've updated the website with some information and some new videos from graduate students.
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There's still time to complete the survey if your on the research stream via the link sent to your email or to sign up for a focus group if your in a taught Masters by dropping us an email at info@gss.ubc.ca
This Wednesday the GSS, in collaboration with the Centre for Student Involvement and Careers (CSIC), brings you an afternoon of activities designed to enhance your career and jumpstart your post-graduate success with professional headshots and ways to polish your job search skills.
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Still time to sign up for tomorrow's Koerner's Social - a fun and relaxing way to end the week with graduate student friends.
Tickets include 2 drinks (choice of beer, highballs or wine), but the will be open if you want more...
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There's still a couple of days to apply for our role as Digital Communications Assistant. This is a Work / Learn position and a great role for anyone interested in digital design, marketing or graphic design. You'll be a valued member of our team with the scope to explore your ideas and creativity. Apply today ow.ly/uBWA50xas4t
Still time to pop over to our Thriving Graduate Students Pop-up Lounge. Take a moment to have a break, connect with others, play a game, and check out resources. All Grad students welcome. No registration needed – just drop in until 2 pm
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Our executive team of 5 graduate students, together with the GSS council, committees, and GSS staff, lead the society to provide support, resources, political advocacy and social events to connect grad students across campus with each other, the university, and with government.
Need help navigating during your degree? Get career, personal, financial, and academic support from grad student peer support specialists.
Looking to book a room for an event, workshop, or meeting? Check out our variety of rooms available for booking.
We’ve got you covered. The AMS/GSS plan ensures you can get the care you need, when you need.
In need of extra financial assistance? See our Student Assistance Funds to see if you’re eligible to have additional support for healthcare or unforeseen expenses.
