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What is Women’s Community Night?

What is Women’s Community Night?

Ever wondered what Women’s Community Night is really like? We took to the scene to talk to organisers and participants, giving you an insight into the ins and outs of Women’s Community Night and why you should join.

Photo Credit: Victoria Cheah

Back to the Boat: Alumni Stories from Day of the LongBoat 2025

2025 marked the biggest Day of the LongBoat in history. With over 4,500 participants, including Premier David Eby, the event once again proved that it’s more than a student tradition–it’s a beloved highlight for the entire community, extending well beyond campus.

Photo Credit: Jacqueline Wong

Day of the Longboat 2025 Recap

The Day of the LongBoat 2025 weekend set a new attendance record with 450 teams (4000+ participants) converging on to Jericho Beach to row, row, row their boats! Read more here!

T-Birds Triathlon SC Repeats as National Champions

T-Birds Triathlon SC Repeats as National Champions

20 UBC triathletes bring home a second-straight national university championship.

T-Birds Triathletes Prep for National Championships

T-Birds Triathletes Prep for National Championships

On July 27, the UBC Triathlon Sport Club will take another run at a team championship during the Toronto Triathlon Festival.

Nestor Korchinsky’s vision lives on at Rec North

Nestor Korchinsky’s vision lives on at Rec North

“Nestor’s Gym” is one of the three gyms in the new 96,000-square-foot Recreation Centre North. The gym is named after the visionary behind UBC’s world-renowned intramural program and one of UBC’s most legendary personalities.

Ivy and her fellow 'birds celebrating a key point at Nationals. Photo credit: Dennis Yanga

Ivy Liao, UBC TSC Alum, Selected to FISU Table Tennis Team!

Ivy Liao, UBC TSC Alum, selected to the 2025 FISU Table Tennis roster competing at the Summer World University Games!

T-Birds Women’s Ultimate Claim National Championship on Universe Point

T-Birds Women’s Ultimate Claim National Championship on Universe Point

UBC Women’s Ultimate made history, capturing their first USA Ultimate National Championship title since 2008. The win capped a dominant 27–1 season and marked a defining moment for the program.

Men’s Ultimate SC Places 17th at D-1 Championships

Men’s Ultimate SC Places 17th at D-1 Championships

The UBC Thunderbirds men’s ultimate team wrapped up the season with a 17th-place finish at the USA Ultimate D-1 College Championships with a 15-14 win over California-Santa Cruz. While not the result the team set out to achieve when they headed to Burlington, Washington for the tournament, it’s a meaningful end to a season built […]