The pilot cohort of the New to UBC Connections Program comes to a close as we welcome the 2024 Summer cohort.
After a successful pilot cohort of the New to UBC Connections Program in 2023, we received an incredibly enthusiastic response for the 2024 Summer cohort with 100 new faculty and staff within their first year at UBC joining the program.
This month, we brought the two cohorts together for a combined closing and kick-off event. Participants had a chance to hear from Marjorie Lewis, HR’s Executive Director, Talent Management, about how connections have made an impact in her career and in her own onboarding journey at UBC. Our colleagues from the Health, Wellbeing and Benefits team also shared their stories and the resources that have supported them in their roles. Participants also connected with others in the program through networking activities.
We also celebrated the wrap-up of our 2023 Winter pilot cohort and their experiences in building meaningful, lasting connections. Pilot participants shared positive feedback about the program, such as:
"Loved it. Great opportunity to meet and network with other UBC Staff. I hope there are more."
"It's a great way to meet different people. I'm grateful to be a part of this wonderful program!"
"This program provides a holistic benefit to UBC and should continue onwards into the years."
Congratulations to the 2023 Winter cohort for a successful pilot and we look forward to hearing all about the connections and engagement from our 2024 Summer cohort participants!
Are you in your first year of employment at UBC and interested in joining the next cohort? Sign up for the program waitlist and express your interest in the 2024 Winter cohort by completing the survey linked below.
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