The Distillation Blog

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    Science Alumni Profile: Maisie - Biochemistry, '06

    UBC Science alumni have gone on to build meaningful and fulfilling careers in sectors around the world. Our conversations with alumni have told us that your journey through Science and beyond isn’t a linear path but a complex navigation of right and left turns, and even some dead-ends, that will… read more

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    A Letter to Students Regarding Academic Integrity

    October 5, 2020Dear UBC Science students,As you know, we have all had to adapt to new teaching and learning practices in the face of a global health pandemic.  We recognize that this has created significant challenges, both for students and instructors, as we navigate uncharted terrain and… read more

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    4 Tips to Stay Organized with Online Learning

    Our students, faculty, and staff have been busy adjusting to the realities of online learning these last few weeks and months, and for many students, the virtual environment can be tough to navigate.Between readings, assignments, discussion questions, and quizzes, there is a lot going on and… read more

  4. Learning Online: James Charbonneau

    James Charbonneau is a Killam award-winning instructor from the Department of Physics. James teaches first year physics courses and his main goal is to help students learn and understand physics through engaging activities, including his lectures and labs. Learn more about how office hours with… read more

  5. Learning Online: Elisa Baniassad

    Elisa Baniassad is a Killam Award-winning instructor from the Department of Computer Science. Since moving her courses online, one of the strategies she has used to stay connected to students is hosting "tea time" regularly during the final exam period where the group talked about life outside… read more

  6. Learning Online: Karen Smith

    Meet Karen Smith, is a Killam Award-winning instructor for Biology 112 (among other courses) and well-known member of the UBC Science community. She's teaching students online and took some time to share with us what you can expect from learning online at a university level and with UBC Science… read more

  7. January 2025 Deferred Examination Schedule

    Students who have been approved by Science Advising for “deferred standing” status in a course are expected to sit at the first scheduled time for a make-up exam. As soon as you have been approved for deferred standing, contact the department to confirm your attendance at the make-up exam.Courses… read more

  8. Where You Sit Matters

    Which Seats Get the Best Grades? You might not give much thought to that person in front of you who is just checking their email or scrolling on social media, but that brief distraction could lower your grade. Dr. Wickenden joins SCI Team to share where to sit in the classroom.SCI TeamSCI… read more

  9. Getting into Research

    Looking to get into research as an undergraduate student? Figuring out where to get started in research can feel overwhelming. Join SCI Team and hear how Amanda, Jared and Andy first got into research as undergraduate students with minimal experience.SCI TeamSCI… read more

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    The Case for Case Competitions

    Now is your chance to apply what you’ve learned in class to real-world problems.Your education at UBC is more than just learning from lectures. It’s also about applying your knowledge in a variety of situations to a variety of challenges. One great way to develop your skills is through case… read more

Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement

We honour xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) on whose ancestral, unceded territory UBC Vancouver is situated. UBC Science is committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples so we can advance Reconciliation and ensure traditional ways of knowing enrich our teaching and research.

Learn more: Musqueam First Nation

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