Topics: Prospective Student Events

EduTech: Examining AI Tools (Grades 10-12)

Nov 14, 2026 | 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Event

The debate continues—is AI helping or harming young learners? At EduTech, we’ll explore the benefits and limitations of AI in STEM education by comparing AI-generated outputs with human-created work. We’ll put AI to the test for efficiency, accuracy…

EduTech: Examining AI Tools (Grades 7-9)

Nov 14, 2026 | 9:00am - 12:00pm | Event

The debate continues—is AI helping or harming young learners? At EduTech, we’ll explore the benefits and limitations of AI in STEM education by comparing AI-generated outputs with human-created work. We’ll put AI to the test for efficiency, accuracy…

Micro to Nano: Investigating the Invisible

Dec 5, 2026 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Event

When we hear the word "microscopes," we often think of biology — and you wouldn't be wrong!However, there is much more than meets the eye when it comes to microscopy. At the Micro to Nano event, participants will zoom across disciplines that rely on…

GU Grand Prix: Ready, Set, Go!

Nov 28, 2026 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Event

Rev your engines and get ready to engineer the future of racing at the GU Grand Prix!Participants will race through concepts in electrical engineering, robotics, and environmental engineering as they design and build vehicles powered by different…

Engineering Design Competition: Fall 2026

Nov 21, 2026 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Event

The ocean is full of mysteries waiting to be discovered. For thousands of years, humans have engineered vessels to explore our waters, from the earliest boats over 50,000 years ago to today's advanced ships and submarines. In this engineering design…

Space Communicators: Simplifying Astronomy

Oct 24, 2026 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Event

Astronomers call it a black hole, but we can explain it as a place where gravity is so powerful that even light cannot escape. They call it an exoplanet, but we can describe it as a world beyond our Solar System. By translating the language of…

Rooted Cities Case Competition: All Girls* Pro-D Day

Oct 23, 2026 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Event

Earth science, urban forestry, and urban planning are three unique fields that come together in this year’s All-Girls* Pro-D Day event!

Preserve Lab: Timeless Sciences

Oct 17, 2026 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Event

Gather around, preservers! Time is ticking, and every second counts when you're working in conservation science!At Preserve Lab, you will take on the challenge of saving a variety of materials from deterioration and decay. Through hands-on…

Secure Games: Cybersafe Worlds [Family Event]

Sep 26, 2026 | 10:00am - 2:00pm | Event

Gaming is awesome—we get it! That's why we teach game design to help youth discover how their favourite games are created. As gaming becomes increasingly connected, it's also important to understand how to stay safe online.

Sharpen your skills with HS Summer STEM Camps

Jul 27, 2026 | 8:00am - 4:00pm | Event

To keep minds curious and sharp, join UBC Geering Up for full-day, week-long STEM camps at UBC Vancouver!

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