Student Blog: Life in KTP

Stephanie Mervyn, 4th Year Kinesiology major and member of the Kinesiology Transition Program, talks about her experiences with KTP. As a transfer student to UBC, I knew that I wanted to be a MUG leader as soon as I attended Imagine Day. The energy was contagious and I knew I could be a wicked leader. HKIN [...]

So Many Applications, So Little Time – Find Your Lime!

Justin Fernandes, 3rd year Honours Physiology student, ponders the breadth of involvement opportunities available at UBC, and how to find your place amidst all the craziness. It’s that exciting time of year again! No, not mid-terms, RECRUITMENT! That’s right, only half the year is gone by, but it’s already time to start recruiting for next [...]

Student Blog: Canucks vs. Kings

3rd Year Geography student, Amy Jefferies, reflects on the International Peer Program’s recent trip to a Canucks game. As an exchange student from England, I had never seen an ice hockey game before I came to UBC. I thought ‘Canucks’ was just a slang term for Canadians and I had never heard of Ryan Kesler [...]

Participate in UBC’s newest event: GLOBETROTTER!

Participate in UBC’s newest event: GLOBETROTTER! UBC REC and the International Peer Program have teamed up to bring you an evening of international games and activities that’s sure to be out of this world! Event Details: Tuesday, February 7th – choose from 5pm, 7pm, or 9pm time slots Located at the Student Recreation Centre Co-Ed [...]

Student Blog: Why Applying to Peer Programs is Worth It

Can’t decide whether to apply to Peer Programs? E-Team Member and 2nd Year computer enginneering student Isha explains why it’s worth it. I have always enjoyed the month of January. It is halfway through the academic year, people are already in a flow and there are new classes to look forward to! This January, it [...]

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Mission Statement

UBC Peer Programs provides opportunities for students to support, encourage, and inspire other one another. Peer Programs exist to:

Create a welcoming and caring community at UBC
Connect students with resources so they can become successful leaders and community members
Recognize and meet the needs of students
Foster student agency
Support student development through involvement opportunities

Get Involved!

Have you thought about getting involved UBC Peer Programs? Want to work with other students in a fun and exciting atmosphere? Then you should throw your name in the hat and apply to UBC Peer Programs. You’ll gain valuable leadership skills and add a great experience to your resume! The first deadline of February 8 has passed; however, some programs are still accepting applications. Click here for program and position descriptions. Click bellow to apply.