Dreading that upcoming presentation? Curious about how to be a good group member? We don’t all have the same level of skill
or prior training in these things. But the
UBC Learning Commons website has your back. That’s where UBC experts have curated some great information and
resources that’ll help you master those job-ready skills. The payoff for investing some time now to learn new work
strategies will prove invaluable in the future. Even if you take away only one new idea to put into practice, you’re
going to see improvements to your in-classroom experience and your academic success.
Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)
Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) are free, structured group study sessions designed to help students understand key concepts and practice the skills necessary for success in traditionally challenging courses. PASS sessions complement what you learn in lectures, but are not a replacement. They’re also a great way to meet other Forestry or Land and Food Systems students in your classes. Research has shown that the more PASS sessions students attend, the greater likelihood they are of improving their overall understanding of key concepts, which results in achieving higher grades. Sessions are facilitated by upper-year Forestry and Land and Food Systems students who have been successful in the course in previous years.
In the 2023-2024 academic year, PASS Leaders will be offering small group sessions to support students taking:
Term 1: MATH 180, BIOL 121 and ECON 101
Term 2: MATH 101, APBI 200 and BIOL 112
Sessions are designed to help students:
Gain a more in-depth understanding of the course content
Meet students from their class in a small group setting online
Test their knowledge about their course prior to tests and exams
Develop transferable study skills
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
MATH 180
12:00pm-1:00pm
Room: FSC 1615
Leader: Sai
If you have any questions regarding the PASS program, please contact Shannon Blakely.
Still Have Questions?
If you are a prospective, new or veteran LFS student and you have questions about how to ensure you’re making the most
of your academic and classroom experience, we encourage you to visit an academic advisor in LFS Student Services.
We’re happy to help you navigate your degree and will ensure you are connected to the right people and resources
to make informed decisions.