Event Category Archives: Featured Events

UBC iSchool Virtual Information Session

Curious about iSchool and the application process? On Tuesday October 24, 2023, UBC iSchool’s Educational Services Manager, Dr. Kevin Day, will be hosting a virtual information session on Zoom about our programs. RSVP below for tips and tricks, and everything you need to know to apply by January and join UBC iSchool’s thriving community of […]

Director’s Forum Lunch – November 2023

Thursday, November 16, 2023 12:15 – 1:45 pm Terrace Lab All current iSchool students are invited to attend our upcoming Director’s Forum Lunch on Thursday, November 16, at 12:15 pm in the Terrace Lab. This forum will be hosted by UBC iSchool Director Dr. Erik Kwakkel. Come to enjoy lunch, hear about ongoing initiatives at […]

NC State University Libraries Fellows Program: Presentation and Q&A

Please RSVP for this event using the form at the bottom of this webpage. Are you a soon-to-be graduate hoping to launch your academic library career at a top research university known for its competitive edge, innovative spirit, and commitment to diversity? The NC State University Libraries is currently accepting applications for its 2024-2027 Libraries […]

iSchool Ping Pong Tournament

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 12pm to 2pm iSchool Gallery Registration is encouraged but not required. Please register for the event through the form at the bottom of the webpage. Come show-off your best serve, rally, and footwork! For UBC’s Thrive, we are hosting our first ever iSchool Ping Pong Tournament to encourage a sense of […]

CZUR Book Scanner Demonstration with Dr. Alan Hoffman

Venue: iSchool Terrace Lab Registration is encouraged but not required. Please register for the event through the form at the bottom of the webpage. Assistant Clinical Professor Dr. Alan Hoffman from the UBC Department of Medicine has generously donated a CZUR ET24 book scanner to the UBC School of Information for faculty and students to […]

Storytime Skills Workshop Series 2024

Dates: January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14 Time: 12:30pm to 1:30pm Venue: iSchool Terrace Lab Dr. Tess Prendergast invites you to come to the 2024 edition of her drop-in storytime workshops, focused on materials for babies and toddlers. Each week, participants will learn upbeat songs, calming lullabies, action rhymes, and other language games […]