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2024/2025 News and Events
Merch Sale – Ends March 30th
The Undergraduate Chemistry Society is proud to host chemistry apparel sales this April! Please check out our selection of hoodies, crewnecks, sweatpants and more here. This pre-order will end on Friday, March 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM. We will have an in-person pick-up window in late April or mid May for those who made purchases. Once the orders are ready, we will send out another email with the exact dates and details for this pick-up period. Please note that undergraduates, graduate students, non-chemistry students, and teaching staff are welcome to buy and support our sale! If you have any questions, contact ucs.vicepresident@gmail.com
Co-op Forum – January 17th
This is a reminder that the UCS will be hosting its Chemistry Co-op Forum this Friday. At this event, returning co-op students will share their experiences and reflections on their co-op journeys. If you’re considering co-op, this is a worthwhile event to attend! There will be food.
Date: Friday, January 17th, 2025
Location: Abdul Ladha Science Student Centre
Time: 4:30 PM – 7:45PMThe speakers have completed competitive and diverse placements, including at:Genevant Sciences Biotech Corp
Zymeworks
NanoVation Therapeutics
Unilia Fuel Cells
UBC Berlinguette group
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
VGH General SurgeryPLEASE RSVP USING THE QR CODENOTE: The Co-op application deadline for third-year students has passed. If you were recently accepted and want to learn about placement experiences, please RSVP.
2BAB – October 18th
The UBC Undergraduate Chemistry Society in collaboration with UBC Physics Society is hosting a night of beers in beakers followed by some trivia.
Here are some things you should know:
Cost of entry: FREE
When: Friday, October 18th, from 5:00pm-9:30pm.
Where: Abdul Ladha Science Student Center
Beers are $2! Beakers are optional for $5 and cups will be provided free of charge. Beakers are recommended for optimal consumption purposes.
You must be 19+ to attend, please bring 2 pieces of identification (primary and secondary)
One beer per hour per person
RSVP linked in bio of our instagram!
Abdul Ladha has a maximum capacity of 133, so make sure to RSVP ASAP!!! Drop-ins will be permitted but will be subject to event capacity.
Trivia info:
Maximum of 6 people per team
~5 rounds of general trivia!
If you are bringing friends, please note: each participant must complete this RSVP form individually. You can make your teams on the day of.
2023/2024 News and Events
Final Exam Packs!
📚 Ready to crush those finals? Our final exam packs got your back! Prepare for your final exams with confidence with our exam packs!
Available exam packs:
CHEM 123 $20 ($15 for members)
CHEM 218 $15 ($10 for members)
CHEM 213 $15 ($10 for members)
CHEM 205 $20 ($15 for members)
Exam packs are available for purchase here.
UCS Members get 5 dollars off each!
Chemistry Apparel!
The Undergraduate Chemistry Society is proud to host chemistry apparel sales this April!
Please check out our selection of hoodies, crewnecks, sweatpants and more here. You can purchase items by credit on our Fourwaves site, where you can select your colours and sizes. This online sale will end on Friday, April 12, 2024. We will have an in-person pick-up window in late April or early May for those who made purchases. Once the orders are ready, we will send out another email with the exact dates and details for this pick-up period. If you have any questions, please contact ucs.vicepresident@gmail.com
Chemistry Undergraduate Research Conference (CURC) – March 28th
Join us this Thursday, March 28th for the Chemistry Undergraduate Research Conference!
Come celebrate the work of undergraduate students and learn about cutting-edge research being conducted by UBC Chemistry!
Date: Thursday, March 28th
Time: 6-7pm
Location: CHEMD211 (Grad Lounge)
Find the RSVP here
Find the list of abstracts here
See you there!!
Study Hall – March 27th
Need a cozy place to study on a Wednesday evening? Join us on March 27th for donuts, tea, and an evening of studying!
Date: Wednesday, March 27th
Time: 5-7 pm
Location: CHEM D213
No RSVP is required. See you there!
Forum Recap
And that’s a wrap for our 2024 Chemistry Forum!
A huge shout-out to our outstanding speakers and dedicated volunteers! 🧪✨ Thank you for making this year’s event a success! 👏 👏
We are Hiring!
Want to become involved in the UCS? We are now hiring our 2024/2025 execs!
Positions available:
Co-president (2)
Treasurer (1)
Vice President (2)
Secretary (1)
Academic Coordinator (3)
Athletics Coordinator (1)
CURC Coordinator (2)
Forum Coordinator (2)
Grad Coordinator (2)
Graphic Designer (1)
Outreach Coordinator (2)
Social Coordinator (3)
Social Media & Website Coordinator (2)
SUS Representative Candidate (1)
Second-year Representative (1)
First-year Representative (1)
More information on positions for the Elections can be found here: UCS Elections Positions
Join Our Team!
In order to run, please fill out this google form by Friday, March 22nd, 2024, at 11:59 pm.
All candidates will be required to attend our election on Monday, March 25th, and give a speech as to why they are qualified for the position.
The UCS Election will take place on Monday, March 25th, from 7:30-9 pm on Zoom:
If you are a chemistry student and are interested in attending our election, please make sure you come prepared to listen and vote! We hope to see you there!
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email us at ucspresident@gmail.com, with the subject “UCS Elections”.
The Undergraduate Chemistry Society (UCS) is back again with our last CHEM 123 review session of the year!The format of the review session will be a 30-minute Q&A session at the beginning, followed by solving several questions together in the worksheet. We will review the concepts of thermodynamics, kinetics, nomenclature, and acid-base equilibrium. Students are welcome to bring their questions for another Q&A session after the review session!
Date: Friday, March 15th, 2024
Time: 4:30-6:30 pm
Location: CHEM B250
RSVP linked here! 🔗
Disclaimer: The review session will be hosted by UCS executive members who have taken CHEM 123 in the past. The CHEM 123 Teaching Team is NOT AFFILIATED with this review session.
Join us this Friday, March 15th for our spring faculty meet and greet! This is a great opportunity to meet professors and faculty members outside of lectures.Cost: FREE
When: March 15th, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Abdul Ladha Science Student CentreRSVP linked here
Our long-awaited Chemiformal, in collaboration with the Biochemistry Student Association, will take place on Friday, March 22nd at Jack Poole Hall! Join us for the 19+ event, which includes a catered dinner, games, and a dance floor! 🪩
Date: Friday, March 22nd, 2024
Time: 6:00-10:30 pm
Location: Jack Poole Hall, Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre
RSVP here Note: Since this is a 19+ event, please bring 2 pieces of IDSee you on the dance floor!
The UCS Lounge (CHEM D132) is now open to the public! Drop by if you want to study, heat up your food, or just want to take a nap!
See you there!
See you there!
Due to the popularity of last term’s study hall, we have decided to make it a bi-weekly event! It will take place every other Wednesday, from 5-7 pm in CHEM D213!
April 10
Study Hall
No RSVP is required, but space is limited!
Wolf Group (Organic and Inorganic Chemistry)
RSVP here or using the QR code above! The deadline to RSVP is Sunday, February 4 at 11:59 pm.
The UCS is back with another review session for the upcoming CHEM 123 midterm 1. We will cover several questions and walk through the thought processes together to help you feel more prepared for the upcoming midterm! There will be a half an hour Q&A session at the end.
Location: CHEM B250 (the location is tentative for now, we will send out another email once the location is confirmed!)
2024 Winter Elections
Are you interested in becoming involved in the UCS? We are now hiring for the following positions for our team:
- Vice President (1)
- Academic Coordinator (1)
- CURC Coordinator (1)
- Grad Coordinator (1)
- Social Coordinator (1)
More information on positions for the 2024 Elections can be found here: UCS Winter Elections Positions
Join Our Team!
In order to run, please fill out this google form by Friday, January 19, 2024, at 11:59 pm.
All candidates will be required to attend our election on Monday, January 22nd, and give a speech as to why they are qualified for the position.
The UCS Winter Election will take place Monday, January 22nd, at 7:30-8:30 pm on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89584184506?pwd=UDFqeWM5aDFLOG5kSnp3dUNIdURJUT09
Meeting ID: 895 8418 4506
Passcode: CHEMISTRY
If you are a chemistry student and are interested in attending our election, please make sure you come prepared to listen and vote! We hope to see you there!
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email us at ucspresident@gmail.com, with the subject “UCS Winter Elections”.
Order here, or using the QR code above!
Pizza will be provided! Hope to see you there!
Join us for a cozy study session on Monday, December 4 with complimentary cookies and hot chocolate!
Join us at the Faculty Meet & Greet on December 1st, filled with wine and cheese! Make sure to RSVP using the QR code if you plan on attending.
Lab tours are back! Make sure to RSVP using the QR code. See you there!
Disclaimer: The review session is not affiliated with the CHEM121 teaching team. The review session will be hosted by UCS executives who have taken CHEM121 in the past.
The UBC Undergraduate Chemistry Society in collaboration with UBC Physics Society is hosting a night of beers in beakers followed by some trivia.
Team up with your friends and come join us for a fun evening before midterms start!
Here are some things you should know:
Cost of entry: FREE
When: October 13th, from 5:30pm-10:00pm.
Where: Abdul Ladha Science Student Center
Beers are 2$! Beakers are optional for 5$ and cups will be provided free of charge. Beakers are recommended for optimal consumption purposes.
You must be 19+ to attend, please bring 2 pieces of identification (primary and secondary)
One beer per hour per person
If interested, please RSVP here!
Abdul Ladha has a maximum capacity of 133, so make sure to RSVP ASAP!!! Drop-ins will be permitted but will be subject to event capacity.
Trivia info:
Maximum of 6 people per team
2 rounds of general trivia and 1 round of science-themed trivia!
If you are bringing friends, please note: each participant must complete this RSVP form individually. You can make your teams on the day of.
Dr. Eva Nichols and Dr. Nadine Borduas-Dedekind are hosting an application workshop for those applying to grad school for the Fall 2024 season!
This workshop will focus on how to write a compelling application and give individual feedback on your application. Feel free to bring a CV, a description of your scientific interests, or a list of schools/groups you are interested in applying to (not required).
The workshop will take place on October 11th, 6:00pm – 7:30pm. Dinner will be provided! Location TBA
If interested, please RSVP here!
NOTE: For those interested in graduate school, but are not applying this year, a subsequent event hosted by Dr. Nichols and Dr. Borduas-Dedekind will be held later in the term. Please wait to RSVP for that event.
2022/2023 News and Events
Summer 2-Bucks-a-Beaker
Hey you! Come to the UCS’s 2-Bucks-a-Beaker happening May 19 in CHEM D211 and D213 from 6:00-10:00 pm!
Drinks are $2 and beakers are $5. We will also have snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, which are free!
You must be 19+ with 2 valid pieces of ID.
See you there!
Term 2 Exam Packs
Our Term 2 exam packs are here! Test your understanding with extra practice problems for CHEM 123, 213, 218 or 205! Scan the QR code or go to this link to purchase!
Good luck on your exams!
Chemistry Karaoke (for real this time!)
Hey! Are you having a hard time Stayin’ Alive for finals? Or maybe you just want to say Bye Bye Bye to this semester. Either way, it’s The Final Countdown to the UCS’s first annual Chemistry Karaoke on Tuesday April 11 in CHEM D215 from 6:00-8:00 pm!
If you are interested in signing up for this event, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScrOWlYkv2mmD…/viewform
You can also use this form for song requests!
We hope to see you there!
AGM and UCS Elections
Our AGM is happening on April 3rd, 2023 along with our annual elections. Please visit our “UCS Elections” tab to learn more about applying for an executive role in the UCS for the 2023/2024 academic school year!
Storm the Wall
Join the UCS in a team for UBC’s Storm the Wall happening March 19-22! Everyone is welcome, so long as you’re in a Chem or Chem-related major (see the Google form for more details). Why join our team? The UCS will fully cover the costs for you!
More details in the sign up link here
We hope to see you there!
Chemiformal
The event you have been waiting for is finally here! The annual Chemiformal will be taking place on March 24th from 6:00 pm-10:30 pm at the Jack Poole Hall in the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre. You can expect lots of dancing, good company, and delicious food and drinks. This is a 19+ event, and 2 IDs will be required at the door.
Tickets are $50 (which includes dinner and coffee / tea) until March 9, 2023 and the sales will open as follows:
Fourth-years: Today!
Third-years: March 2nd
Second-years and plus ones: March 3rd
Tickets are limited so please purchase them during the dates allocated for your year. Tickets can be purchased online at this link: https://events.eply.com/UCSStores
Upon purchasing your ticket, all attendees will be asked to fill out the following RSVP form here so we can inform the catering company of any allergens
The menu we will be offering this year is:
Caprese salad
Allergens: milk, mustard, sulphites
Sesame Ginger Noodle Salad
Allergens: soy, sulphites, mustard, sesame
Broccolini Gratinée
Allergens: milk, wheat, gluten
Roasted Nugget Potatoes
Allergens: No known priority allergens
Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni
Allergens: milk, egg, wheat, gluten, sulphites
Braised Beef Brisket
Allergens: sulphites
Assorted Desserts
We hope to see you there!
Chemistry Forum
UCS Winter Elections
Please click the “UCS Elections” tab at the top of the page to learn more about our Winter Elections, happening January 23 at 6pm.
Term 2 Faculty Meet and Greet
Term 1 Exam Pack Sales
Do you need extra practice for your CHEM finals? The UCS is here to help! We have made exam packs for your courses with lots of practice questions to boost your confidence for your final exams!
Exam Pack Pricing is as follows:
CHEM 121: $20 ($15 for UCS members)
CHEM 203: $15
CHEM 208: $15
CHEM 233: $15
You can order your exam packs here: https://events.eply.com/UCSStores
If you have any questions, please contact ucs.academic@gmail.com
Interested in graduate studies in chemistry at the University of Toronto?
Join us in our Graduate Info Session to learn about applying to UofT’s graduate chemistry program! Learn more about applications, research, scholarships, and graduate life from Professor Alana Ogata from UofT’s Chemistry Department!
Date: Tuesday, December 6th, 5:00-6:00 pm
Location: CHEM D215
Dinner will be provided!
Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdod-XFUi45t6TT-4SVYAirlpDpf5rxgqNbgEYOWFwykjwU2A/viewform?usp=send_form
See you soon!
Chemistry Karaoke
Hey! Are you having a hard time Stayin’ Alive for finals? Or maybe you just want to say Bye Bye Bye to this semester. Either way, it’s The Final Countdown to the UCS’s first annual Chemistry Karaoke on Tuesday November 29 in CHEM D213 from 6:00-8:00 pm!
If you are interested in signing up for this event, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScrOWlYkv2mmD…/viewform
You can also use this form for song requests!
We hope to see you there!