Student Events

Be sure to participate in campus-wide Imagine Day programming from 10am–5pm! Visit the Longhouse in your downtime for a tour and introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning and Xwi7xwa Library. This event is also offered on Thu, Sep 4 and Fri, Sep 5.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 2, 9am–4pm
• Location: Longhouse Reception
• Drop-in

Gather in Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall to meet many of the faces, programs, resources, and places at UBC and beyond who work to support you in finding your community. Take this opportunity to connect with campus and community partners to explore various opportunities. This event is also offered on Tue, Sep 9 during the FNHL Welcome BBQ.

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 3, 10am–2pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Drop-in

Foster community connection and kinship at the Beading Circle Social, led by CTLT Indigenous Initiatives staff Janelle and Hannah. Whether you’re an experienced beader or just starting out, bring your skills or a desire to learn to the first of many beading circles hosted at the Longhouse! This event is also offered on Wed, Sep 10, Wed, Sep 17, and Wed, Sep 24.

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 3, 2:30–4:30pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Visit the Longhouse in your downtime for a tour and introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning and Xwi7xwa Library. This event is also offered on Fri, Sep 5.

• Date & Time: Thu, Sep 4, 9am–4pm
• Location: Longhouse Reception
• Drop-in

Did you just move into a new room on or off campus? Join FNHL student staff for Plant a Friend, where you can paint and decorate pots for tropical plants and light green succulents to brighten up your study spaces.

• Date & Time: Thu, Sep 4, 3–5pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall deck
• Drop-in

Visit the Longhouse in your downtime for a tour and introduction to Indigenous student resources with the First Nations House of Learning and Xwi7xwa Library.

• Date & Time: Fri, Sep 5, 9am–4pm
• Location: Longhouse Reception
• Drop-in

Join Gloria Cardinal, Indigenous Support Specialist with the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office anytime between 1–4pm as she shares a range of traditional crafts. Supplies will be provided, along with snacks and refreshments.

• Date & Time: Fri, Sep 5, 1–4pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Join Dr. Rosalin Miles, MHK 1998 for a peaceful, gentle morning of yoga and guided meditation. Inclusive to all fitness levels, this session is designed to help you ground, stretch, and reconnect. Yoga mats and blocks will be provided—simply bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

• Date & Time: Mon, Sep 8, 10:30–11:20am
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall deck
• Drop-in

Take some time during your busy week to connect with team members from the Indigenous Mental Health and Wellbeing program while enjoying tea and bannock!

• Date & Time: Mon, Sep 8, 11:30am–1pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

The FNHL Welcome BBQ is an exciting opportunity for new and returning Indigenous students, along with staff and faculty, to gather and connect over great food as we all journey back to the Longhouse. Be sure to visit the various booths set up outside Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall to learn about resources and opportunities across campus.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 9, 12–2pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Drop-in

Join FNHL student staff for lunch and meet other first-year students, peer advisors, and support staff. There will be exciting door prizes from the UBC Bookstore for attendees!

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 10, 11:30am–1pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Register today

Foster community connection and kinship at the Beading Circle Social, led by CTLT Indigenous Initiatives staff Janelle and Hannah. Whether you’re an experienced beader or just starting out, bring your skills or a desire to learn to one of the many beading circles hosted at the Longhouse! This event is also offered on Wed, Sep 17 and Wed, Sep 24.

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 10, 2:30–4:30pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Wake up for waffles! Perk up for pancakes! Meet other students, have some laughs, and start your day on the right note over these two breakfast classics.

• Date & Time: Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am–12:30pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Drop-in

Join Rita Point Kompst, Musqueam Cedar Weaver to weave a cedar heart. Participants will write a message—setting intentions for the year—then weave and enclose it in their “heart”. Please note that registration is required as space is limited. Your spot will be secured once you receive a confirmation email post-registration.

• Date & Time: Thu, Sep 11, 3–5pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Register today

Join the Indigenous Student Support Team, Enrolment Services over lunch to learn about strategies for financial wellness throughout your studies. Door prizes will be available for attendees, and ESAs will be available before and after to chat individually with students.

• Date & Time: Fri, Sep 12, 11:30am–1pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Drop-in

Indigenous graduate students are invited to connect over delicious food and learn about Graduate and Postdoctoral services.

• Date & Time: Mon, Sep 15, 12–2pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Drop by Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall for the first weekly Indigenous Student Lunch to meet the new advisors who will steward the šxʷta:təχʷəm student space.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 16, 12–2pm
• Location: Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall
• Drop-in

Foster community connection and kinship at the Beading Circle Social, led by CTLT Indigenous Initiatives staff Janelle and Hannah. Whether you’re an experienced beader or just starting out, bring your skills or a desire to learn to one of the many beading circles hosted at the Longhouse! This event is also offered on Wed, Sep 24.

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 3–5pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Join the Indigenous Student Support Team, Enrolment Services over lunch to learn how to develop strong applications for scholarships and bursaries. Door prizes will be available for attendees, and ESAs will be available before and after to chat individually with students.

• Date & Time: Thu, Sep 18, 11:30am–2pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Indigenous students are invited to meet at šxʷta:təχʷəm, then head over to Thunderbird Stadium as a group to watch the UBC Thunderbirds versus Calgary Dinos football game as part of Homecoming 2025.

• Date & Time: Fri, Sep 19, 6pm
• Location: šxʷta:təχʷəm student space
• Drop-in

Foster community connection and kinship at the Beading Circle Social, led by CTLT Indigenous Initiatives staff Janelle and Hannah. Whether you’re an experienced beader or just starting out, bring your skills or a desire to learn to one of the many beading circles hosted at the Longhouse!

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 24, 2:30–5:30pm
• Location: Multipurpose room, East Wing
• Drop-in

Take a break and get creative with šxʷta:təχʷəm advisors to paint art and picture frames! Keep the art you made to help remind you of what you want to create this year.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 9, 2–4pm

Start your semester fresh by making handmade melt-and-pour soap using a variety of molds to choose from. Come by the student space to learn a new skill and make new friends! Please note that supplies are limited.

• Date & Time: Fri, Sep 12, 1–3pm

Make your own mini-replica Fish Drying or Hide Stretching rack! Connect with traditional food harvesting through this cute mini-crafting activity. Please note that supplies are limited.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 16, 3–5pm

Join šxʷta:təχʷəm advisors in making your very own yummy yogurt parfait jar! Connect with peers as you learn how to make this quick and healthy breakfast for the upcoming school year. Please note that supplies are limited.

• Date & Time: Wed, Sep 17, 11am–1pm

Drop by šxʷta:təχʷəm to paint a “tote bag of inspiration for the year” over coffee, tea, and good conversations. Please note that supplies are limited.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 23, 2–4pm

Join šxʷta:təχʷəm advisors outside the Longhouse entrance for an afternoon of fun outdoor games! Participants will be entered into a draw for the chance to receive a gym membership at UBC for the semester.

• Date & Time: Tue, Sep 23, 1–3pm