Visit regularly to learn about events for Indigenous students at the Longhouse and
šxʷta:təχʷəm student space.
@ Longhouse
Indigenous first-year undergraduate students are invited to an informal check-in and lunch gathering. This is an opportunity to connect with fellow students over food, share how your first-year experience is going so far, and discuss additional ways FNHL staff can support your transition to university.
- Date & Time: Fri, Jan 23, 11am–1pm
- Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
- A registration link will be shared in the January 19th edition of The Talking Stick.
Considering summer work opportunities or a pathway into a career post-graduation?
Indigenous students are invited to attend the third annual Indigenous Career Fair, hosted by the First Nations House of Learning and UBC Career Centre. Organizations representing a variety of sectors will offer insights into summer internship openings, discuss career opportunities, and shed light on their respective workplace cultures.
- Date & Time: Wed, Feb 4, 3–5:30pm
- Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
- Drop-in
Recurring Weekly Events
Indigenous students, faculty, and staff are invited to join drop-in yoga and breath work classes led by Dr. Rosalin Miles, Research Associate, Indigenous Studies, School of Kinesiology. Each session offers a wonderful opportunity to escape academic pressures and find relaxation through yoga and breath work exercises. Yoga mats and blocks will be provided to participants who need them.
For Term 2, 2025W, classes are offered every Tuesday—with the exception of March 17th and 24th—and conclude on April 7th.
- Date & Time: Tuesdays, 9:30–10:15am
- Location: Multipurpose Room, East Wing
- Drop-in
Indigenous students, faculty, and staff are invited to stay active through the Active Spirit Walk/Run Club. Whether you want to walk, run, or learn to run, 45-minute weekly group sessions are held every Wednesday and conclude on April 8th. To sign up, and for more information, contact indigenouspacc@gmail.com.
- Date & Time: Wednesdays, 2–2:45pm
- Location: Meet up at the south entrance of the Longhouse
- Drop-in
@ šxʷta:təχʷəm
Indigenous students at any level who have formally self-identified to UBC as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit can access the šxʷta:təχʷəm student space, located in the west wing of the Longhouse. To gain entry, simply tap your UBC card at the south side entrance. There, you will be greeted by šxʷta:təχʷəm advisors who are ready to host and welcome you with a range of events and activities. Some upcoming offerings include:
Recurring Weekly Events
Join šxʷta:təχʷəm advisors Jaz and Gonii from on Thursdays, 4–6pm for a weekly drum circle! Indigenous students are invited to bring their drums, rattles, songs, and stories—whatever form of expression speaks to you. First-time learners are encouraged to join as well.
For ongoing event notices and updates, follow šxʷta:təχʷəm on Instagram.
Page updated: January 16, 2026