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CAMPUS RESOURCESSeptember 3rd, 2015
Jenny Phelps, PhD Assistant Dean, Graduate and Postdoctoral [email protected] 604-822-2934
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Manage courses, program, money
Student Service Centre https://ssc.adm.ubc.ca/sscportal/
Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies https://www.grad.ubc.ca/
Money management help http://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/finances
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
UBC Libraries www.library.ubc.ca
Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology http://ctlt.ubc.ca
Research Commons http://koerner.library.ubc.ca/services/research-commons
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Plan for Success
Academic English Support Program https://cstudies.ubc.ca/student-information/services/academic-english-support
Writing Centre https://cstudies.ubc.ca/study-topic/academic-writing
Access and Diversity http://students.ubc.ca/about/access
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Plan for Success
Graduate Pathways to Success https://www.grad.ubc.ca/pathways
Centre for Student Involvement and Careers http://students.ubc.ca/about/centre-student-involvement-and-careers
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Build my career
BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health
AMS/GSS Insurance Plan http://ihaveaplan.ca/rte/en/UniversityofBritishColumbiaAMSGSS_Home
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Live well to learn well
Student Health Service
UBC Hospital, 2211 Wesbrook Mall Room M334, Koerner Pavilion
http://students.ubc.ca/livewell/services/student-health-service
Online appointment scheduling & results*Emergencies: UBC Hospital Urgent Care Centre open until 10 PM
604-822-7011
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Live well to learn well
Counselling Services
Brock Hall1874 East Mall, Room 1040
http://students.ubc.ca/livewell/services/counselling-services
604-822-3811
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Live well to learn well
Common life issues for grad students
• Managing relocation and transition to graduate program
• Effectively managing multiple demands
• Staying connected to family and community
• Building social support and healthy relationships
• Addressing personal & professional identity issues
• Managing mental and physical health issues
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Grad Students: Strategies Used to Cope with Stress
and to Improve Mental Health
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Women Men
Talk with Friends & Family
Time off to relax More exercise
More regular sleepBreak into steps
Remind myself of my abilities
Improve nutritionMeditate/pray
Get professional advice
If you’re not sure where to go on campus or would prefer not to walk alone at night, call Safewalk at 604-822-5355
You can also use a UBC Blue Phone and ask for Safewalk
Safewalk sends a co-ed pair of walkers to your location at any point on campus and will walk you anywhere else on campus
Visit http://www.ams.ubc.ca/services/safewalk/ for a list of Safewalk hubs
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Safewalk
UBC Rec (Intramurals and Recreational Sports) http://www.recreation.ubc.ca/
AMS Campus Life Resources http://www.ams.ubc.ca/studentsociety/
Graduate Student Society http://gss.ubc.ca/main/
Graduate Forum https://community.grad.ubc.ca/
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Have some fun, connect with others
Get Advice, Resolve Problems
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Campus Resources
Office of the Ombudsperson for Students http://ombudsoffice.ubc.ca/
GSS Advocacy Office http://gss.ubc.ca/main/?page_id=34
Equity and Inclusion Office http://equity.ubc.ca/
International Student Development (“I House”) http://students.ubc.ca/international
Your department Graduate Advisor and Staff
Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Success in Graduate SchoolSeptember 3rd, 2015
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
Jenny Phelps, PhD Assistant Dean, Graduate and Postdoctoral [email protected] 604-822-2934
7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
1. Be proactive – take responsibility for your own grad school experience
• Be your own “project manager” – take initiative to get what you need from your supervisor/committee
• Look for (or create) opportunities to help you get what you want from graduate school
• Continue the mental transition from waiting for direction to charting your own course
7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
2. Establish positive relationships with your supervisor and others
• Seek regular contact with your supervisor. Make your time together productive.
• Follow up on items discussed in meetings – keep your supervisor(s) informed of your progress and challenges
• Act as a “junior colleague” – ask questions, advance ideas, show interest and support for shared goals
• Deal with problems sooner rather than later.
7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
3. Embrace the wider (even global) academic community
• Don’t isolate – reach out within and beyond your program to find collaborators and community. Most research is global!
• Get out there! Look into research mobility grants; present at conferences ($500 available to every grad student to present at a conference)
• Become involved with University activities beyond your own work—seminars, committees, events
7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
4. Develop effective project management strategies
• Know your program requirements and set a ‘Master Plan” for achieving milestones, revisit as needed. Give yourself deadlines.
• Structure your time and efforts—develop a regular work schedule that works for you.
• Schedule regular meetings with your supervisor and committee to keep things moving along
• Stay focussed on your goals. Reduce distractions wherever possible.
7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
5. Plan for various career paths from the start• There are (usually) many options…explore, then hone in on what
seems most interesting to you.
• Build both specific and diverse skills for possible careers. Watch for offerings through the Graduate Pathways to Success program, your Dept. and elsewhere.
• Develop a network of positive contacts.
• Engage with the wider UBC & Vancouver community.
7 Keys to Success in Graduate SchoolUBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
6. Prevent or deal effectively with problemsProblem Prevent Resolve
Supervision Clarify expectations early; develop shared goals
Good communication; seek help from Graduate Advisor or Grad Studies
Academic progress
Clarify expectations early; set and stick to plan
Reflect on goals, seek help early from supervisor or Graduate Advisor
Financial Plan ahead; make a budget Seek help from program or ESP advisor in Brock Hall
PersonalGood self-care; connect with others; watch for early trouble signs
Reach out to those who care; Counseling Services
Academic misconduct
Learn about plagiarism & research ethics, get support when feeling pressured
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7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
7. Seek balance and support in your life• Stay connected to friends and family outside
school
• Eat well, sleep consistently, exercise regularly
• Reach out to those around you—staff, faculty members and especially other students, who can help you through the tough times
• Keep grad school in perspective—be a finisher!
1. Be proactive – take responsibility for your own grad school experience
2. Establish a positive relationship with your supervisor and others
3. Embrace the wider (even global) academic community
4. Develop effective project management strategies5. Plan for various career paths from the start6. Prevent (or deal effectively) with problems7. Seek balance and support in your life
Summary: 7 Keys to Success in Graduate School
UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Orientation | Success in Graduate School
UBC Card
Stop. Look. Sort.
• Most of UBC’s garbage can
be recycled or composted
• We need the student
population to sort waste
properly!
UBC’s Zero Waste Initiative
• Stop at a bin. Look at the signs. Sort your waste.
