Course:Sociology Peer Advising/Wellness

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Health & Wellbeing UBC (2016/2017)


Wellness Centre 604.822.8450

A drop-in, welcoming space for general wellbeing help. Wellness Peers, workshops, healthy lifestyle promotion
IKBLC (Room 183) Hours: M,W, TH, F 10:00-5:00, T 10:00-4:00


Student Health Services 604.822.7011

If you are physically sick, need a prescription drug refilled, help managing an ongoing health issue, or need a referral to a specialist (e.g. psychiatry).
Main Floor – UBC Hospital. Appointments can be scheduled online.
Open Monday-Friday (closed holidays)


University Village Medical and Dental Clinic 604.222.2273

Walk-in appointments with doctors and nurse practitioners.
228-2155 Allison Road (UBC Village, near Staples) Open Monday-Saturday


Counselling Services 604.822.3811

Drop-in, emergency and follow up counselling. Group programs – managing stress, mood and anxiety.
Brock Hall (Room 1040) or Lower Mall Research Station.
Open Monday-Friday (closed holidays)


Counselling Services for Aboriginal Students 604.822.8940

Aboriginal students can access counselling appointments at any location.
First Nations House of Learning (1985 West mall)


Sexual Assault Counselling 604.822.3811

Support for victims and survivors of sexual assault.
Brock Hall (Room 1040)


Nurses on Campus 604.822.7011

You can make appointments to meet with a nurse in the Student Health Service, or drop by and talk to one at the following times during the academic year:

Walter Gage Monday 3-6


First Nations House of Learning Tuesday 12-2

Place Vanier Residence Tuesday 3-6

IKBLC Wednesday 12-2
Totem Park Wednesday 3-6

Access and Diversity 604.822.5844 | TTY: 604.822.9049

Support for students with a disability of ongoing medical condition.
Brock Hall (Room 1203)


UBC Chaplains""

Faith-based, spiritual counseling from a range of different denominations.


"Arts Advising 604.822.4028'
Assists students with degree requirements, resource referrals, assistance when experiencing illness or other events that interrupt a course of study, class attendance, etc.

Buchanan D111. Drop-in Advising Mon-Fri 1-4

Ombudsperson 604.822.6149
The Ombudsperson works to ensure that students are treated fairly. The Ombudsperson is “independent, impartial, and confidential.”

C.K. Choi Building (Room 181)

Centre for Student Involvement and Careers 604.822.4011
Assistance throughout (and after) your education to identify and pursue career goals. Information about on- and off-campus internships, research assistantships, and other professionalization opportunities.

Brock Hall (Room 1036) Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-6pm, Fri 9-5pm

Chapman Learning Commons 604.827.3939
Learning space, technology support, tutoring, writing support.
Irving K Barber Learning Centre (level 3)

Sociology Library Guide
Access to sociology journals, encyclopedias, resources on writing, citation, and more. An excellent starting point for sociology students.


UBC Sociology Peer Advising
Drop-in help with reading, writing, and studying for students enrolled in sociology courses. Resources and information on our major (and minor), career opportunities in sociology, graduate and professional programs, and other aspects of our department (i.e. UEFS, Honours Program).

ANSO 1320. Hours (May Change, check the Wiki Site): Tues, Wed, Thurs 12-4pm

AMS Speakeasy 604.822.9246
Peer support for students facing a wide variety of challenges.
AMS Nest 1314 (main floor) Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5:30PM

AMS Sexual Assault Support Centre 604.827.5180
Support, education, and empowerment of people of all genders who are survivors of sexualized violence.
UBC’s Sexual Assault Policy: http://equity.ubc.ca/sexual-assault-policy-development/
AMS Nest 3127 (third floor) Hours: Everyday 8am-10pm

'The Kaleidoscope"
Peer organized and run mental health support group at UBC
Weekly drop-in meetings: Thursdays at 12:30 in BUCH B316

UBC Yoga Club
Affordable ($2 + membership) yoga classes for students, staff, and faculty.
Classes are held in the Student Union Building, The Nest, of the Hillel House, check calendar.