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Graduate Student Society - UBC Vancouver

Do you want to support grad students dealing with academic or personal issues, to make sure they access the support they need? Then join the GSS as one of our Advocacy Coordinators. This UBC Work Learn position runs throughout the summer. gss.ubc.ca/gss-job-posting-advocacy-coordinator-2021/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Graduate Student Society - UBC Vancouver

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Graduate Student Society - UBC Vancouver

We're recruiting! Join the GSS as our Work Learn Advocacy Coordinator. You'll be supporting individual grad students who encounter academic, social, or personal issues and connecting them with campus resources to make sure they get the help they need.gss.ubc.ca/gss-job-posting-advocacy-coordinator-2021/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Join the GSS for this series of "Wellbeing" events, aimed at promoting some relaxation at the end of a busy term!🖌️ Let your inner artist free and paint some happy little trees with us to cap off the week! 🖌️ Grab some paints, a canvas, or whatever you have around, maybe treat yourself to some new supplies, and join VP Students, Sarah, as we follow along with a tutorial to paint an almighty landscape and maybe make some happy accidents along the way. - Attendees will get a partial reimbursement for painting supplies ($20 CAD)- Zoom details will be sent to attendees who RSVP, closer to the event. Note: please bring your own paints, canvas, paper, etc. if possible. Must attend event and submit copy of receipt to receive reimbursement. RSVP: gss.ubc.ca/event/gss-wellbeing-paint-night/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Take a break from studying to flex your joke skills! Join the GSS for a round or two of Jackbox games and meet fellow students! 👾 🎮 *Make sure to RSVP your attendance to be sent the Zoom link where we'll chat alongside the game. *You do not need to own the game to play, but you will need to use a smartphone or computer with internet connection.RSVP: gss.ubc.ca/event/virtual-games-round-3-more-jackbox/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Join the GSS for this series of "Wellbeing" events, aimed at promoting some relaxation at the end of a busy term!📓 Have you wondered what all that buzz around bullet journals is about? Never stuck with using a planner to the end? Too many post-its in your life? This is the event for you! 📓 GSS Admin Assistant, Victoria, is going to take you through the magical land of planners and show you what bullet journals are, and give you tips on how to use planners to get through your graduate studies and personal life! She's been using the bullet journal system for 10 years through two university programs, so she's ready to field your questions.Attendees will also be entered into a raffle for a prize pack of bullet journal supplies! Don't miss this! Zoom details will be sent to attendees who RSVP, closer to the event. Note: please bring a planner or some blank paper, some pens, pencils, markers, whatever you have to follow along! Must attend the event to be entered into the raffle. Prize will either be goods sent to the winner's address or a gift card to a suitable retailer, whichever is preferred.RSVP: gss.ubc.ca/event/gss-wellbeing-get-into-bullet-journals/ ... See MoreSee Less

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The Graduate Student Society of UBC Vancouver

The GSS (Graduate Student Society) is run by and for the 10,000 graduate students at UBC Vancouver. We promote, and protect our members academic, social and cultural interests. Thea Koerner House, the home of the Society, has been the center of graduate student life on campus since it was opened in 1962.

The Grad Student Voice

We represent the 10,000 grad students at UBC, bringing key issues to the university and to government to improve the grad student experience.

Providing Grad Services

Whether you're looking for academic, personal, or career support during your degree, we help ensure you get the most out of your time at UBC.

Connecting Grads

Building community is key. We offer a host of events, classes, and other opportunities year-round to connect with grad students across campus.

Who We Are

We are your Graduate Student Society - run by graduate students, for graduate students.

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.

Graduate Students

GSS Councillors

Student Executives

Grad Student Services

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Peer Support
Need help navigating during your degree? Get career, personal, financial, and academic support from grad student peer support specialists.

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Venue & Room Bookings
Looking to book a room for an event, workshop, or meeting? Check out our variety of rooms available for booking.

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Health & Dental Plan
We’ve got you covered. The AMS/GSS plan ensures you can get the care you need, when you need.

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Student Assistance Funds
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.

Strategic Initiatives

01. Academics

We strive to better represent graduate students’ academic needs and improve their opportunities across campus. Our initiative to use data-driven strategies allows us to create relevant, targeted changes and initiatives that match the current priorities of our grad community.

02. Community

We are committed to strengthening graduate students’ wellbeing through increased education and access to mental health resources, ensuring continued health coverage with the GSS/AMS Health & Dental Plan, and promoting safe and supportive work environments for all.

03. Our Society

We work to best serve our grad student community by optimizing how we run as an organization. Our focus on ensuring our society runs smoothly and efficiently has included implementing more comprehensive training, standardization, and archiving of the Society's documents and content.