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Free Events This Month: October 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on October 3, 2018

Protective Effects of Restful Sleep | October 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

A good night’s sleep is critical for overall wellbeing. It often impacts how alert, energized and productive we are. This session will focus on the importance of sleep and its protective effects on overall health. Participants will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of burnout, strategies to improve sleep quality and feel better rested. Find out more and register now. 

Orientation Webinar: 30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge | October 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Join us for this orientation webinar to learn about the evidence supporting mindfulness and meditation, as well as the 30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge, an evidence-based online training, available for UBC staff, faculty, and postdoctoral fellows. Come learn about mindfulness, the science behind it and the practical application in your professional and personal life. Find out more and register for the webinar now. 

30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge | Begins October 29

This innovative and evidence-based training is aimed at UBC staff and faculty looking to incorporate mindfulness into the workplace and in their everyday lives. Content is delivered online via any device, and focuses on simple yet powerful and achievable learning objectives. After just 10 minutes a day for 30 consecutive days, participants will be healthier, more productive and better able to problem-solve and work in a team. The challenge is free for all UBC staff and faculty. Learn more and register for the challenge now.

Wellbeing Series Part 1: Self-Care 101 | October 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This session will focus on increasing mental health literacy through self-care. You will learn about the body’s stress response and how to identify these responses in yourself, how to assess your stress levels, explore the meaning of personal self-care, and discover the many resources available for UBC staff and faculty. Find out more and register now.

Click the following links to learn more about part 2 and 3 of the series:

  • Part 2: Building Resilience (Nov. 1)
  • Part 3: Workplace Wellbeing (Nov. 22)

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | October 23 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse, and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now.

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | October 23 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now. 

Stress & Resilience Series Part 1: Bouncing Forward | October 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

Join Dr. Thara Vayali for a three-part Stress and Resilience Series to explore the stress response, recognize stress levels, build resilience, and discover the connection between empathy and stress.  

Resilience is a key component in the prevention of stress and the capacity to cope with and overcome adverse events. This workshop will cover the basics of stress, explain stress burnout, and share tools to become more resilient. Find out more and register now.

Click the following links to learn more about part 2 and 3 of the series:

  • Part 2: Empathy & Stress (Nov 8)
  • Part 3: The Stress Inventory (Nov 21)

Office Ergo Rep Training | October 24 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If your department is looking for more efficient response and support with regards to ergonomic issues for staff, consider taking the three-hour Ergo Rep Training. Learn about basic ergonomic risk factors and assessments, proper computer workstation set-up, and resources to take back to your unit. Find out more and register now.  


Community Health News: October 2018

This month’s featured event is UBC Thrive week.  Hosted on both the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses, Thrive is an opportunity for staff, faculty and students to explore their path to mental health:  October 29 – November 2: Thrive Week

October 9-12: UBC United Way Week of Caring

October 13-14: UBC’s Annual Apple Festival (UBC Botanical Gardens)

October 18: The Great ShakeOut

October 23: Sing! Sing! Sing! Drop-in Choir

October 24-26: UBC’s Annual Flu Shot Campaign

October 29-November 4: Bike to Work Week

October 30: Inclusive Futures Dialogue Series – The Power of Diversity

UBC Okanagan:

Ongoing: Weekly mindfulness drop-ins

Photo credit: UBC Brand & Marketing

Posted in Community Health News, Events, Healthy UBC Initiatives | Tagged development, education, Ergonomics, events, free, health, learning, Mindfulness, resilience, self-care, sleep, UBC, wellbeing | Leave a response

Free Events This Month: September 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on September 11, 2018

The Working Mind for Managers | September 18 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Working Mind is a Mental Health Commission of Canada, evidence-based, solution-focused, workplace training program aimed at increasing mental health literacy for managers, supervisors, deans and department heads. Designed to address and promote mental health in a workplace setting, participants will enhance their awareness to reduce stigma and negative attitudes around mental health challenges. Managers will acquire a better understanding of mental health and wellbeing, be able to promote mental health in the workplace, and gain confidence, tools and resources to support employees. Find out more about the training.

This training is currently full. Email efap.info@ubc.ca to be placed on the waitlist.

QPR Suicide Intervention Training | September 26 | 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

QPR Training is an internationally recognized suicide intervention program designed to help you question, persuade and refer. QPR acts as an emergency mental health intervention designed to save lives, much like CPR or other methods of emergency medical intervention. Learn to recognize suicide warning signs, how to approach someone who may be at risk, persuade the person to seek appropriate health services, and connect the person to resources that will help resolve crises. Find out more and register now.

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | September 26 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse, and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now.

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | September 26 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now.  

The Working Mind for Employees | October 2 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

The Working Mind is a Mental Health Commission of Canada, evidence-based, solution-focused workplace training program aimed at increasing mental health literacy for employees. Designed to address and promote mental health in a workplace setting, participants will enhance their awareness to reduce stigma and negative attitudes around mental health challenges. Employees will acquire a better understanding of mental health and wellbeing, be able to promote mental health in the workplace, and enhance personal mental health and resilience. Find out more and register now. 

Protective Effects of Restful Sleep | October 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

A good night’s sleep is critical for overall wellbeing. It often impacts how alert, energized and productive we are. This session will focus on the importance of sleep and its protective effects on overall health. Participants will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of burnout, strategies to improve sleep quality and feel better rested. Find out more and register now.

Coming up in October…

Orientation Webinar: 30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge | October 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Join us for this orientation webinar to learn about the evidence supporting mindfulness and meditation, as well as the 30-Day Online Mindfulness Challenge, an evidence-based online training, available for UBC staff, faculty, and postdoctoral fellows. Come learn about mindfulness, the science behind it and the practical application in your professional and personal life. Find out more and register for the webinar now. 

Wellbeing Series Part 1: Self-Care 101 | October 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This session will focus on increasing mental health literacy through self-care. You will learn about the body’s stress response and how to identify these responses in yourself, how to assess your stress levels, explore the meaning of personal self-care, and discover the many resources available for UBC staff and faculty. Find out more and register now.

Click the following links to learn more about part 2 & 3 of the series:

  • Part 2: Building Resilience
  • Part 3: Workplace Wellbeing

Community Health News: September 2018

September 4-October 4: UBC Campus Challenge

September 10-16: UBC Recreation Free Week & Fitness Facility Open Houses

September 15: Mysterious Barricades: A cross-Canada concert for mental health

September 19: Learning the Basics of Herbal Medicine Part 1 (UBC Farm)

September 20: Harvest Feastival

September 21: Fall Softball Classic

September 22: UBC Homecoming

September 25: What’s In a Name? Navigating Mispronunciation and Misgendering with Grace (Equity and Inclusion Office)

September 29-30: Day of the LongBoat

UBC Okanagan:

Ongoing: Weekly mindfulness drop-ins

Photo Credit: Miranda Massie

Posted in Events, Healthy UBC Initiatives | Tagged community, Ergonomics, events, health, managers, mental health, news, QPR Gatekeeper Training, self-care, sleep, training, wellbeing, workshops | Leave a response

Free Events This Month: August 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on August 7, 2018

Nitobe Memorial Garden Guided Walk | August 14 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join a guided tour of the Nitobe Memorial Garden, a traditional Japanese tea-and-stroll garden located at UBC Vancouver. Enjoy nature while socializing and learning about the many unique features of the garden. Limited spots available. Find out more and register now.   

Office Ergo Rep Training | August 21 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If your department is looking for more efficient response and support with regards to ergonomic issues for staff, consider taking the three-hour Ergo Rep Training. Learn about basic ergonomic risk factors and assessments, proper computer workstation set-up, and resources to take back to your unit. Find out more and register now.  

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | August 23 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse, and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now.

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | August 23 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now. 

Coming up in September…

The Working Mind for Managers | September 18 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Working Mind is a Mental Health Commission of Canada, evidence-based workplace training program aimed at increasing mental health literacy for managers, supervisors, deans, and department heads.

This education-based and solution-focused program is designed to address and promote mental health and reduce stigma in a workplace setting. Participants will enhance their awareness to reduce stigma and negative attitudes around mental health challenges, have a better understanding of mental health and wellbeing, be able to promote mental health in the workplace, and gain confidence, tools and resources to support employees. Find out more and register now.

Community Health News: August 2018

August 8: Yoga on the Mall

August 15: Positive Space Foundational Workshop

August 17: New Staff & Faculty Fitness Membership Bundles (UBC Recreation)

August 23: Community Kitchen at UBC Farm

Photo Credit: UBC Human Resources

Posted in Community Health News, Events, Healthy UBC Initiatives | Tagged Ergonomics, events, free, mental health, news, Nitobe Garden, positive space, The Working Mind, training, Yoga | Leave a response

Free Events This Month: July 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on July 4, 2018

Learn to Meditate Series | July 5, 10 & 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

The Learn to Meditate series is back by popular demand this summer. Wendy Quan will introduce you to the basic concepts of meditation and mindfulness techniques. This three-session course, tuned for the working environment, is designed for those who are new and experienced in the world of mindfulness meditation.

For only $35, you can learn to cultivate personal resilience, discover techniques to reduce and manage stress, and gain confidence to practice meditation and mindfulness. Sessions will take place in the TEF 3 building. Find out more and register now.

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | July 19 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse, and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now.

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | July 19 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now.  

50/50 Yoga Pilates Class | August 22 (new date) | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

50/50 Yoga Pilates presents a cutting-edge Pilates workout that is designed to sculpt the body and strengthen the core. A 50/50 Yoga Pilates class consists of 50% standing Pilates work, which integrates Pilates principles into lower-body work, and 50% yoga mat work to strengthen the core with complementary exercises. Discover the unique combination of Pilates and yoga sequences to help sculpt, strengthen and stretch the body. Find out more and register now.

Photo: UBC Thrive

Posted in Events, Healthy UBC Initiatives | Tagged courses, development, Ergonomics, events, free, learning, Meditation, Mindfulness, pilates, wellbeing, Yoga | Leave a response

Community Health News: July 2018

By Miranda Massie on July 4, 2018

This Month’s Feature:

July 3-August 30: Summer discounts (50%) on two new UBC BodyWorks fitness classes: Brain Bodyworks and Yoga & Mindful Movement. See brochure for full details.

Other Events and Activities:

Until October 31: UBC Farm Pop-Up Markets (Wednesdays, UBC Bookstore)

Until August 15: Yoga on the Mall

July 18-20: UBC Blueberry Fest

July 19: Fifth Annual UBC Chef Challenge (Discounted tickets for staff and faculty)

July 19: UBC Botanical Gardens Amphitheatre Summer Series

August 1: UBC Pride

Photo: Community Development (UBC Campus and Community Planning)

Posted in Community Health News, Events | Tagged BodyWorks, Chef challenge, events, farm market, happenings, news, UBC, UBC Blueberry Fest, Yoga | Leave a response

Free Events this Month: June 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on June 5, 2018

Wellbeing Series

Part 3: Workplace Wellbeing | June 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

*Note: You can still register even if you did not attend the other two sessions within this series.

For us to succeed at work, we need to understand how we can be our best selves, and that includes understanding how we can focus on our wellbeing at work. Learn what UBC is doing to support workplace wellbeing, and how you can tap into existing resources and community networks to build a supportive workplace environment.

This session will explore the strategies, tools and resources available to support your individual wellbeing as an employee and will explore how workplace wellbeing can be enhanced through our everyday interactions, practices and operations. Find out more and register now.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training | June 13 | 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.*

*Note: Session is sold out. Email efap.info@ubc.ca to be placed on the waitlist.

QPR Training is an internationally-recognized suicide prevention program designed to help you question, persuade and refer (QPR) individuals in crisis. Learn to recognize suicide warning signs, how to approach someone who may be at risk, persuade the person to seek appropriate health services, and connect the person to resources that will help them resolve crises. Find out more and get on the waitlist. 

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | June 15 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse, and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now. 

Office Ergo Rep Training | June 19 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If your department is looking for more efficient response and support with regards to ergonomic issues for staff, consider taking the three-hour Office Ergo Rep Training. Learn basic ergonomic risk factors and assessments, as well as proper computer workstation set-up, and get resources to take back to your unit. Find out more and register now.   

Coming in July:

Learn to Meditate Series | July 5, 10 & 18|12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

The three-part Learn to Meditate series is back by popular demand this summer! Wendy Quan will introduce you to the basic concepts of meditation and mindfulness techniques. This three-session course, tuned for the working environment, is designed for those who are both new and experienced in the world of mindfulness meditation.

For only $35, you can learn to cultivate personal resilience, discover techniques to reduce and manage stress, and gain confidence to practice meditation and mindfulness. Sessions will take place in the TEF 3 building. Find out more and register now.

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | July 19 | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now. 

Photo Credit: UBC Thrive and UBC Communications and Marketing

Posted in Events | Tagged courses, Ergonomics, events, free, Meditation, QPR, suicide prevention training, wellbeing, workplace wellbeing, workshops | Leave a response

Community Health News: June 2018

By Miranda Massie on June 5, 2018

This Month’s Feature:

June 21: UBC Staff Pension Fair

Other Events and Activities:

Now-June 13: Call for QPR Instructors – Applications Open

Now-July 4: Yoga on the Mall

June 6: Doughgirls Summer Harvest Baking

June 7: Happy How-To: From Happiness Research to Happier Cities

June 12: Leading with Emotional Intelligence (for Postdocs and Grad students)

June 16: Garden Days Grow Green Guide Tour (UBC Botanical Garden)

June 21: Special Solstice Opening – Beginning with the Seventies Radial Change (Belkin Art Gallery)

June 22: In a Different Light Opening – Gallery of Northwest Coast Masterworks (MOA)

Photo Credit: Community Development (UBC Campus and Community Planning)

Posted in Community Health News, Events | Tagged Baking, community health news, events, Happiness, news, pension, QPR, UBC, Yoga | Leave a response

Free Events This Month: May 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on May 3, 2018

Eldercare 101 | May 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join Home-to-Home, a seniors’ advisory and assistance business, for a one-hour session on eldercare planning and management. Learn how to develop eldercare plans related to housing, avoid crisis situations, access resources, budget, understand legal considerations, and gain a greater awareness of the eldercare options and resources available to you and your loved ones. Find out more and register now. 

Wellbeing Series

Part 1: Self-Care 101 | May 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This session will focus on increasing mental health literacy through self-care. You will learn about the body’s stress response and how to identify these responses in yourself, how to assess your stress levels, explore the meaning of personal self-care, and discover the many resources available for UBC staff and faculty. Find out more and register now.

Part 2: Bouncing Forward, Building Resilience | May 30 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

As we face the constant flux of change and complex challenges, it’s important to look at how we build our personal resilience.  Resilience is foundational to the prevention of stress and to increase our capacity to cope with and recover from adverse events. This interactive session will provide an opportunity to talk about the current state of employee mental health in Canada, explore the core components of resilience, and share evidence-based strategies and resources for building resilience. Find out more and register now. 

Part 3: Workplace Wellbeing | June 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

For us to succeed at work, we need to understand how we can be our best selves, and that includes understanding how we can focus on our wellbeing at work. Join us to learn what UBC is doing to support workplace wellbeing, and how you can tap into existing resources and community networks to build a supportive workplace environment.

This session will explore the strategies, tools and resources available to support your individual wellbeing as an employee and will explore how workplace wellbeing can be enhanced through our everyday interactions, practices and operations. Find out more and register now. 

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | May 22 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available for the workplace. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option may be most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try in order to understand how the different models impact physical positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now. 

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | May 24 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation with a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now.

QPR Suicide Prevention Training | June 13 | 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

QPR Training is an internationally recognized suicide prevention program designed to help you question, persuade and refer individuals in crisis. QPR is an emergency mental health intervention designed to save lives, much like CPR or other methods of emergency medical intervention. Learn to recognize suicide warning signs, how to approach someone who may be at risk, persuade the person to seek appropriate health services, and connect the person to resources that will help them resolve crises. Find out more and register now.

Posted in Events, Healthy UBC Initiatives | Tagged Eldercare, Ergonomics, events, free, Free Healthy UBC Events, resilience, self-care, wellbeing, workplace wellbeing | 1 Response

Free Events This Month: April 2018

By Melissa Lafrance on April 3, 2018

Debunking the Diet Series with Dr. Thara Vayali (Location: Point Grey)

Part 3: Diet, Hormones & Health | April 10 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

In this final session, let’s put superfoods and myths aside and explore the impact of diets on metabolism and health. We will cover the dos and don’ts of dietary changes and learn how diets impact hormones. You will leave with three tangible steps for balancing food choices, metabolism and overall health. Find out more and register now. 

Debt Freedom & Finances | April 12 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

Creating a plan to manage your money is a sound way to achieve the goals you want in life, whether it be a house, travel, education or retirement. Sometimes, this comes with a cost and results in financial debt. Join money coach Melanie Buffel to gain power over your money. You will learn how to pay down your consumer debt quicker than you thought possible, manage and control finances, and build good habits. Find out more and register now.

Office Ergo Rep Training | April 16 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

If your department is looking for more efficient response and support with regards to ergonomic issues for staff, consider taking the three-hour Office Ergo Rep Training. Learn basic ergonomic risk factors and assessments, as well as proper computer workstation set-up, and get resources to take back to your unit. Find out more and register now.  

The Psychology of Money | April 17 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

The idea that humans are rational and that their relationship with money is simple has been soundly disputed by empirical research. We need to examine financial planning and investment management in a more realistic psychological context if we are to truly take control of our financial decision making and behaviour. You will learn how to develop sound decision-making processes, recognize patterns of conflicting behaviours and be better at creating a more successful financial strategy.  Find out more and register now.

Ergo Your Office Tutorial | April 18 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

Optimize your computer work environment to improve comfort and reduce the risk of injury. This one-hour tutorial combines a presentation and a practical session, giving you hands-on experience adjusting typical office equipment. By the end of the tutorial, you will know how to set up your chair, keyboard/mouse and monitor to promote neutral working postures. Find out more and register now. 

Sit-Stand Desks & Platforms | April 18 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

This workshop will provide important information about different types of sit-stand desks and platforms available on the market. Understanding the pros and cons of each will assist departments, staff and faculty in deciding which option is most suitable. Product samples will be available for participants to try out in order to get an idea of how the different models impact positioning and workflow. Find out more and register now. 

Understanding Your Travel Benefits | April 30 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Location: Point Grey)

Planning a vacation in Canada or abroad? This information session will be useful for anyone wanting to know more about UBC’s travel benefits and how to be prepared in a medical emergency. Join UBC benefits specialist Stephanie Mah for a one-hour session to deepen your understanding of your travel benefits and ensure that your well-earned vacation is as stress-free as possible. Find out more and register now.

Coming in May:

  • Staff & Faculty Stair Challenge

Photo Credit: UBC Communications and Marketing

Posted in Events | Tagged Benefits, courses, Diet, Ergonomics, events, finances, free, health, money, travel, UBC, wellbeing | Leave a response

Community Health News: April 2018

By Miranda Massie on April 3, 2018

This Month’s Feature:

Registration now open for UBC Recreation Summer Camps

Other Events and Activities:

April 3: The Chan Centre Turns 20

April 9: UBC Indian Residential School History & Dialogue Centre Grand Opening

April 19: EDGE Film Festival (UBC School of Nursing)

April 19: UBC Connects with Waneek Horn-Miller

April 19: Emergency: Drug Use and Addiction in the 21st Century (MEDtalks)

April 22: Earth Day Bird Tours and Grow Green Guide Tours (UBC Botanical Gardens)

April 24: Impromptu Rock Choir at UBC

Photo Credit: UBC Communications and Marketing

Posted in Community Health News, Events | Tagged activities, events, health, news, UBC, wellbeing | Leave a response

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Community Health News: March 2018

By Miranda Massie on March 7, 2018

This Month’s Feature:

UBC Wellbeing: Healthy Beverage Initiatives Survey & Impromptu Rock Choir

March 9: UBC Wellbeing is exploring a healthy beverage initiative at UBC and would like to get your feedback on non-alcoholic beverage consumption on campus. Complete the Vancouver survey or Okanagan survey by March 9 for a chance to win one of five $25 UBC Food Services gift cards. Find out more about this initiative here.

March 21: Lift your spirits with a song! UBC Wellbeing and the UBC Arts and Culture District are bringing Vancouver’s Impromptu Rock Choir to campus each month for a fun and inclusive singing experience. All voices welcome; no experience required. Find out more and register here.

Other Events and Activities:

March 8: Structural Oppression – Male Privilege (UBC Learning Circle)

March 10: UBC Recreation Triathlon Duathlon

March 14: Lead, Succeed, and Inspire: An Evening with Changemakers

March 15: Register for UBC Staff and Faculty Sports Day

March 15: 3 Minutes Thesis 2018 @UBC – Finals

March 19: The Colours of Food Security – Public Reception with Dr. Jonathan Foley

March 22: March Break Nitobe Garden Tour

March 25-28: UBC Recreation Storm the Wall

Photo credit: UBC Communications & Marketing

Posted in Community Health News, Events | Tagged activities, community health news, events, food security, Nitobe Garden, public talks, sports day, UBC Recreation, UBC Wellbeing | Leave a response

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