Student Services and Amenities

St. Mark's offers numerous services to our students. As an affiliate college of UBC, we are also able to offer access to many UBC services and amenities.

When you enrol as a St. Mark's student, you will receive a UBC Affiliate card. Review the instructions for receiving and activating your affiliate UBC Student Card and Compass Card

For more information on our student services, please contact [email protected].

  • ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS (VIA UBC CENTRE FOR ACCESSIBILITY)


    Are Academic Accommodations (via UBC Centre for Accessibility) for You?

    Do you have an ongoing medical condition or disability that impacts your access to campus activities? Did you receive academic or other disability-related accommodations at another educational institution?

    Eligibility Requirements for Academic Accommodations
    If, and only if, you have answered "yes" to either of these questions, then only UBC’s Centre for Accessibility - NOT the Student Resource Centre (SRC), NOT our staff, and NOT your instructor - determines your eligibility for academic accommodations in accordance with the university’s Policy 73: Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities.

    When a student has been deemed by UBC’s Centre for Accessibility as eligible for academic accommodations, has received an approved accommodations letter, and has provided a copy to the SRC and his/her instructor(s), the SRC then facilitates disability-related accommodations and programming initiatives designed to remove barriers for students with disabilities and ongoing medical conditions, while following SRC procedures for Academic Accommodations.

    For more information, contact Academic Accommodations at the Student Resource Centre (SRC).
    mailEmail Academic Accommodations at the SRC

  • Academic Advising



    Every student at St. Mark’s College has academic support. You can speak to your advisor about your program by emailing [email protected] or calling 604-822-6862 Ext. 141

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  • Alma Mater Society (AMS) (UBC)



    As a student attending an affiliated college of UBC, St. Mark’s students become members of the UBC AMS. The AMS is the official student union of UBC and represents over 50,000 students and alumni. Members of the AMS have access to additional services:

    Extended Health & Dental coverage administered by Studentcare fills the gaps in provincial health care and other basic health-care programs (health, dental, vision and travel). All AMS members taking courses in the Fall or Winter Semesters are automatically enrolled in the program. During the Change-of-Enrolment Period for new students in September or January, students may be eligible to opt-out of the program or to enroll family members (spouse and/or dependent children). Go to studentcare.ca for more information. Note: Opting out can only be done through UBC student care, not St. Mark’s College.

    UBC Athletics & Recreation facilities include the fitness centre, swimming pool, ice rinks, tennis courts and gyms. All AMS members can access these facilities at UBC student prices from September to April of each year. Please note that some facilities may require students to pay additional user fees. Students must request the Athletics & Recreation fee be added to their My LION account in order to access this service. Email [email protected] for more information.

    For more information, please contact [email protected]



  • Campus Ministry



    The Campus Ministry Team of St. Mark's and Corpus Christi Colleges has supported student life, including the faith journey of registered students, hired staff and faculty, and all who visit our campus, for over 60 years. We continue to do so as a team comprising of the Director of Campus Ministry, and Pastor of St.Mark's Parish - UBC Catholic Chaplain. For more information, contact: [email protected]


  • Career Development Centre

     

    The Career Development Centre offers numerous opportunities for undergraduate students to gain volunteer and work experience, both on and off campus.

    Build your personal profile, beef up your resume, and make new connections. These opportunities allow you to expand your network and gain real-world, on-the-job experience.

    For inquiries regarding internships, pre-practicum placements, or co-curricular records please contact [email protected].


  • Counselling, Health and Wellness (UBC)

     
    Located at UBC Hospital and Brock Hall

    St. Mark’s students have access to the UBC Student Health Services located at the UBC Hospital and UBC Counseling Services located in Brock Hall.


  • Health and Dental Insurance (UBC)


    Office located at the NEST

    As members of the AMS, St. Mark’s students enroll in the AMS/GSS Health and Dental Plan with extended health and dental coverage. Extended Health & Dental coverage administered by Studentcare fills the gaps in provincial health care and other basic health-care programs (health, dental, vision and travel). All AMS members taking courses in the Fall or Winter Semesters are automatically enrolled in the program. During the Change-of-Enrolment Period for new students in September or January, students may be eligible to opt-out of the program or to enroll family members (spouse and/or dependent children). Go to studentcare.ca for more information.

    For more information, please contact [email protected]

    Opting Out of Health and Dental Insurance

    Students who already have comprehensive coverage are permitted to opt out of the Health and Dental Plan. Those wishing to opt out must pay all fees and apply for a refund. Opting out can only be done during the change of coverage period. Note: Opting out can only be done through UBC Student Care, not St. Mark’s College.




  • Library



    St. Mark's

    St. Mark’s students have access to the St. Mark’s Dr. John Micallef Memorial Library, as well as the entire UBC library system. Orientations for the Micallef Library are available every term. To obtain a St. Mark’s library card and account, which enables borrowing throughout the Consortium of Theological Schools (St. Mark’s, VST, Regent), please contact St. Mark’s library staff.

    UBC Library

    St. Mark’s students can access the UBC Libraries, which make up the second-largest group of research-intensive libraries in Canada. There are multiple library locations on the UBC campus. The affiliated UBC Student Card that you receive also functions as your UBC library card.


  • Parking



    Parking is available for St. Mark’s Graduate students during class time, if there are vacancies. Contact the Welcome Centre to receive a parking pass, otherwise your car may be towed. A 2-hour parking pass is available from the Welcome Centre for students using the library on weekdays - parking is subject to availability. 


  • Printing and Photocopying



    Students wishing to use the photocopier or print documents in the Micallef library can set up user accounts through the Welcome Centre. 


  • Scholarships and Financial Aid



    To discuss financial support to complete your studies, explore our scholarships and financial aid or contact [email protected]


  • Sports and Fitness (UBC)



    UBC Athletics & Recreation facilities include the fitness centre, swimming pool, ice rinks, tennis courts and gyms. All AMS members can access these facilities at UBC student prices from September to April of each year. Please note that some facilities may require students to pay additional user fees. Intramural participation requires payment of the optional UBC Athletics and Recreation fee. Students must request the Athletics & Recreation fee be added to their My LION account in order to access this service. Email i[email protected] for more information.


  • Student Resource Centre

     
    The Student Resource Centre (SRC) is available to undergraduate and graduate students as as a learning resource that connects students with programs and services at the Catholic Colleges and through the UBC Learning Commons: tutoring, writing assistance, access to information and workshops on study and research skills. For more information, please go to the Student Resource Centre, Room 203 or call 604-822-6862 ext. 114. 

    Click here to access the SRC's Canvas resources -- CWL required.

    Writing Assistance

    There is a Writing Instructor in the Student Resource Centre available for one-on-one writing assistance. To book an appointment, contact the Writing Instructor directly or book online (select Writing Assistance).

    Drop in hours are also available. Check out the Writing Assistance Schedule posted on the Student Resource Centre bulletin board outside Room 203, or check the Writing Assistance blog for an up-to-date schedule.


  • Textbooks

      

    St. Mark's is no longer ordering textbooks through the UBC bookstore, as the majority of our students order their own textbooks online or purchase them elsewhere. Book lists will continue to be published on the St. Mark's website, and you can check those lists when you register for your classes. Students are responsible for ordering their own textbooks. 

    Students who are cross-registered at Corpus Christi College can continue to find their textbooks at the UBC bookstore.
    Textbook Lists


  • U-Pass BC


    The U-Pass BC program is a comprehensive transportation service that provides students with universal, accessible, and affordable access to the public transit system in Metro Vancouver.

    Students taking at least one course on campus are required to take the U-Pass and be members of the AMS.

    Students taking courses exclusively online are automatically exempt from the U-Pass as long as they are also exempt from membership to the AMS. If a previous exempt online student decides to take one course on campus during the year, they will subsequently be charged the AMS fee for the year and the U-Pass for that semester.

    Once students have paid into AMS for the year, they can no longer be exempt from the U-Pass fee for that year because they would be considered members of the AMS for the remainder of the year.

    Please note: New students in the Spring Semester (April start) only have access to the U-Pass for May and June. Students are only charged the U-Pass fee for two months. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We are currently in the process of addressing this issue.

    For more information, contact [email protected]


  • Wireless Network

     

    The St. Mark’s wireless network is accessible throughout the St. Mark’s campus. Visit the Welcome Centre for network info, or call 604-822-4463. 


  • Writing Assistance



    There is a Writing Instructor in the Student Resource Centre available for one-on-one writing assistance. To book an appointment, contact the Writing Instructor directly or book online (select Writing Assistance).

    Drop in hours are also available. Check out the Writing Assistance Schedule posted on the Student Resource Centre bulletin board outside Room 203, or check the Writing Assistance blog for an up-to-date schedule.




Do you have a question but aren't sure who to reach out to for help?


Visit our Student Services Directory for a list of common concerns and who to contact for support.

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