Curious to know more about what journalism can do for you? You are invited to the Journalism Open House! The event is part of the ongoing celebrations of 25 years of journalism education at UBC.
Whether you’re considering undergraduate or graduate studies, discover how UBC Journalism can empower you to inspire change.
Schedule
12:30 – 1:45 PM: Alumni panel
- Jimmy Thomson (Editor-in-Chief, National Observer)
- Michelle Ghoussoub (Reporter and Anchor, CBC News)
- Chris Cheung (Freelance Journalist, Nonfiction Author, and Journalism Instructor, BCIT)
1:45 – 2:30 PM: Meet the faculty
2:30 – 3:30 PM: Casual Q&A
Why Attend?
- Distinguished alumni
Listen to distinguished alumni share their journeys—from campus newsroom to global media organizations. Ask questions to learn more. - Award-winning faculty
Hear from the best and learn how journalism shapes societies and transforms lives.
- Course and program guidance
Discover the diverse courses waiting for you, from digital media to broadcast, print, and beyond – whether as part of the Minor in Journalism & Social Change or as a Master of Journalism graduate degree.
- Grab lunch
Munch away on tasty grub while attending.
Who Should Attend?
- 3rd & 4th year undergraduate students from any discipline interested in journalism as a graduate degree.
- 2nd & 3rd year undergraduate students passionate about media, current events, and social impact looking for an impactful Minor program.
- Anyone curious about how journalism can shape their future.
- Aspiring storytellers.