Your friendly neighbourhood Wellbeing Support Coordinator
May 8, 2020
Meet Karen Ross, the Faculty of Medicine’s new Graduate & Postdoctoral Wellbeing Support Coordinator.
What helps in uncertain times?
May 8, 2020
Karen shares some links that have helped her make sense of the ambient unease and ambiguity of these unprecedented times.
Wellbeing Webinars from G+PS
September 7, 2020
Did you know that Graduate + Postdoctoral Studies offers many wellbeing-related workshops? Check out what’s coming up!
Wellbeing Conversation Café: August 14
July 30, 2020
Register for the Faculty of Medicine Trainee Wellbeing Conversation Café on Friday August 14 @ 11am.
Volunteer to be a peer mentor!
July 30, 2020
Join the new Faculty of Medicine Peer Mentorship Program.
Thriving in Grad School: A Panel Discussion
October 21, 2021
Kick off Thrive Month with a panel discussion on graduate student mental health in the Faculty of Medicine.
Support and Resources for students and staff affected by the war in Ukraine
March 14, 2022
The attacks launched on Ukraine by Russia last month continue to affect many of our university community members and their families and loved ones. UBC offers drop-in events and other resources for those who might have connections to the countries affected by this conflict. Drop-in event / until March 28: UBC students of any background […]
Self-compassion, AKA being a little nicer to ourselves
February 5, 2021
“Lazy,” “slow,” “selfish” … do you call yourself names you’d never dream of calling a good friend? Maybe it’s time for a little self-compassion.
Returning to On-Site Research: Key Messages for Trainees
June 1, 2020
Highlights for grad students and postdocs as UBC prepares to gradually re-open research sites.
Resilience for science & medicine trainees: Webinar series
September 10, 2020
The U.S. National Institutes of Health is offering a series of webinars and discussions focused on helping students and postdoctoral fellows develop the resilience needed to thrive in high-knowledge environments.
Networking Skills – Virtual Workshop
November 30, 2020
Date: Tuesday, December 8 Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm You’ve all heard the saying “you are only as good as your network,” but have you ever wondered how to get one? This course is designed to provide insight and interaction along with the know how to build and stabilize business relationships through effective networking. We […]
March is Nutrition Month!
March 9, 2021
“Eating should be easy,” intuitive eating, and other fresh ideas from UBC Nutrition experts!
Managing Stress
April 7, 2021
Learn some strategies to help manage stress and build resilience. You deserve to enjoy life!
Learner Mistreatment Help
January 12, 2021
Feeling safe, respected, and valued are central to wellbeing. You have confidential and anonymous options for reporting mistreatment.
Imposter Syndrome
May 13, 2021
“They’re going to see right through me!” Do you struggle with self-doubt and fears that you’re not good enough, not smart enough, or don’t belong in grad school? You’re not alone!
How to navigate conflict and complex relationships with your supervisors?
March 14, 2022
Do you want to learn how to build strong working relationships with your supervisor and committee members? Join this online event on April 6th! “Navigating an effective relationship with your supervisor.” You will learn: Practical strategies to manage potential conflict, such as establishing expectations, problem resolution skills, and holding confident conversations. How to become more […]
Help pilot a theatre-based supervision workshop!
March 8, 2021
Interested in improving supervisory relationships in the Faculty of Medicine? Curious about how to spark discussion around touchy topics? Help pilot a new online, theatre-based dialogue resource!
Happy Hours, Games Nights, Crafternoons: Planning Virtual Events
June 5, 2020
It’s still important to stay connected! Tips and ideas for organizing your own online event.
Happy 2021! Free online programs for resilience and wellbeing
January 14, 2021
New Year’s resolutions might look different this year – smaller, gentler, kinder. If you’re interested in boosting your wellbeing, check out these free online programs.
Extended health benefits for counselling: Why? How? Where do I start?
May 8, 2020
Karen breaks down the nitty-gritty of using extended health benefits and finding a counsellor in the community.
Career Day: An opportunity for research graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the Faculty of Medicine to connect and network with professionals working in a variety of different careers
June 17, 2022
On June 16th, students gathered in person and online to participate in the FoM career day. Panelists and speakers had a wide range of expertise. Dr. Tony Yang, Manon Ranger, Shelly Au, Jasmin Ma, and Adrian Lai, opened up about the personal choices and triggers that led them to pick their career paths. They […]
Call for volunteers: Trainee Wellbeing Working Group
June 15, 2020
Want to make life better and/or easier for grad students & postdocs in the Faculty of Medicine? Join the Trainee Wellbeing Working Group!
Apply to work with us!
March 8, 2021
Passionate about grad student wellbeing & education? We’re hiring!
Anti-racism Resources
June 10, 2020
Resources addressing racism, colonialism, and white supremacy from #ShutDownSTEM and the UBC IGNITE Book Club, among others.
Announcing the Trainee Thrive newsletter!
January 14, 2021
Subscribe to our new wellbeing newsletter for grad students and postdocs!