“Dragon’s Lair”: Student finds unexpected common ground
Like many new volunteers in the Learning Exchange’s English Conversation program, Elaine Giang wasn’t very sure what to expect. The experience turned out to be worth writing home about—or in this case writing the 1st place story for the 2011/12 Chapman Story Awards. Read More

True Exchange of Learning
Alex is a 4th Year Sauder School of Business Student who has been volunteering with the Learning Exchange since November 2011. He’s been supporting the Contributing Through Computers program, running social media sessions and leading workshops for volunteer facilitators on more advanced aspects of information technology. Here are his thoughts midway through the experience: My [...] Read More

Alumni Reconnect and Share Tips
The UBC Learning Exchange’s first ever Alumni Facilitator’s Event was held in January. Despite the snowfall, there was a good turn out as facilitators from both the ESL program and the Contributing Through Computers program gathered together for food, coffee, and good conversation in the plaza lounge at UBC Robson Square. Following brief opening remarks [...] Read More
UBC Classroom Services Visits to Share More Than Just Gifts
On December 13th, the UBC Classroom Services team joined ESL learners in a first ever, festive carol sing-a-long, at the Learning Exchange. Read More
UBC Learning Exchange Annual Update 2011
The 2010-11 academic year marked a significant turning point in the evolution of the Learning Exchange. This report will relate some of the impacts of our work by sharing stories and profiles of success. Read More
Strengths of Learning Communities: A Dialogue
Participants – the learners and facilitators – in the UBC Learning Exchange’s ESL Conversation program are overwhelmingly positive about their experiences in the program. But what, exactly, makes it work so well? And what are some of the challenges? Read More

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