You’ve been admitted to the School of KIN and now you’re wondering what comes next? We’ve got you covered! Keep scrolling to find information on orientations, course planning, student life, and more. Welcome to KIN!
Getting Started in UBC Kinesiology
UBC Orientations
Jump Start is a multi-day orientation program for first year students, and Imagine Day occurs the day before classes start for all new KIN students! Both programs will help you get acquainted with campus, the KIN program, and some of your professors and classmates!
Collegia
Designed for first year commuter students, Collegia is a space to connect with other commuter students, get support from upper-level students, and relax in between classes.
New to UBC Page
From getting your Compass card set up for public transit, to sorting out your finances and housing, this page has all the information you need to know as an incoming UBC student!
UBC Wayfinding
UBC Wayfinding is a helpful tool for navigating campus and mapping routes between classes, so hopefully you don’t get too lost!
International and Indigenous Student Resources
The Indigenous Student Portal and International Student Guide are great resources to check out for events, extra support, and community building.
KINformed Newsletter
KINformed is the monthly newsletter sent to you by the School of Kinesiology. It contains everything you need to know as a KIN student, including school announcements and news, student opportunities, and important deadlines, so keep an eye on your inbox!
Academic Planning and Support
Kinesiology Undergraduate Advising
If you have questions about degree requirements, course planning, or the academic resources available to you, the KIN Undergraduate Advising Team is here to help! They’re available via email, or you can visit the team during their office hours. If you want to get a head start, check out the course requirements for your KIN degree, as well as your specific stream.
KPAC
The Kinesiology Peer Academic Coaches (KPAC) are another great resource, offering free academic support to any Kinesiology students through 1-on-1 coaching sessions, workshops, and more!
UBC Centre for Accessibility
The UBC Centre for Accessibility provides accommodations and programming designed to remove barriers for students with learning disabilities and ongoing medical conditions, making university life more manageable and accessible.
UBC Grading Scale
When it comes to grades, UBC’s letter grades and corresponding 4.3 GPA scale are probably very different from what you’ve encountered in high school, so this grade conversion chart is handy to refer back to!
Academic Calendar
First year takes a lot of getting used to, and you might end up dropping a course or two, which is totally normal! Just make sure you check the Academic Calendar for class drop deadlines (as well as midterm breaks and exam periods)! You should also consult with KIN Advising to make sure you are still meeting your BKin requirements.
Get KINvolved
Outreach Programs
The School of KIN has two community outreach programs where you can gain experience planning and leading fitness classes for adults, or physical activity programs for kids. Check out BodyWorks and Active Kids for more information.
Varsity Sports Performance
To gain experience working with Varsity athletes, you can volunteer to help prevent and manage injuries as an Athletic Trainer, or help plan team gym workouts as a Strength and Conditioning volunteer.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
There are plenty of opportunities for undergraduate students to immerse themselves in research, including lab volunteer positions and independent research projects. Held once per term, KIN Lab Crawls introduce undergrad students to the diverse range of research happening in the school.
Job Boards
Any current job and volunteer postings, including the ones above, can be found on the KIN job board, or you can check out UBC’s CareersOnline portal!
Build KINnections
Kinesiology Undergraduate Society
The Kinesiology Undergraduate Society (KUS) is run by KIN students to provide you and your peers with events and resources. They also offer numerous volunteer positions if you want to get involved!
UBC AMS, Clubs, and Recreation
If you’re interested in the wider UBC community, the AMS (UBC Alma Mater Society) has over 350 clubs, and UBC Rec has plenty of fitness classes, intramural leagues and fun events throughout the year.
Kinesiology Mentorship Program
The Kinesiology Mentorship Program provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to be paired with a KIN alum for 6 months, who will provide career and personal support, help you explore your interests in kinesiology, and expand your professional network.
KIN Lounge
KIN Lounge is a monthly virtual event where you can hear a KIN alum speak about their career path after graduation, and the steps they took to get there. The events let you ask questions, make connections within the industry, and explore the world of careers that a KIN degree can lead to.
Now that you’ve been introduced to the basics of KIN and university life, we hope you are feeling a little less overwhelmed and a lot more excited – we’re sure excited to have you here! To stay up to date on news, events, and opportunities, make sure to follow us on Instagram @ubckin!