UBC Learning Exchange

CONNECTING LEARNERS IN THE DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE We’re here to connect people – local residents, UBC students and faculty, and community organizations – to learn in new ways. We create a unique shared space for exploring ideas and opportunities, a learning hub where members of the community and the university can exchange experience and expertise. SHARE WHAT YOU KNOW - LEARN WHAT YOU NEED This is a place where everyone has something to teach and something to learn. It’s a different way of learning that recognizes both strengths and needs – empowering people and changing communities. We value life experience. Share your interests, knowledge and skills in conversation and computer sessions; guide group or individual learning; or participate in social, cultural and artistic activities. SPANNING BOUNDARIES, BUILDING CAPACITY FOR CHANGE As a non-traditional academic space, we’re able to bridge conventional boundaries by sharing knowledge created in both the university and the community. We do this year-round with: -Community learning programs, such as digital and English literacy programs, as well as cultural and arts-based workshops -Real-life learning opportunities for UBC students -Support for faculty to extend and enrich coursework -Community-based research collaborations and results-sharing -Partnerships with local organizations to address critical issues