2. BREAKTHROU
Initiated in 2003, the UBC Student
Leadership Conference (SLC) has
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grown to be the largest student
led leadership event in Canada.
Organized for students by
students, the SLC is a The Student Leadership
student-driven initiative that Conference is where UBC’s
provides delegates with a leadership community gathers to
focused, one-day opportunity to create personal breakthroughs.
develop their skills, establish a This year’s theme -
solid network of peers and Breakthrough- challenges
mentors, and discover their participants to pursue a goal that
leadership potential. they are passionate about, one
that nothing will stop them from
Though a one-day event, the achieving. The SLC hopes to help
messages taken away from this delegates identify their barriers
conference have moved to success, then empower them
delegates to make an impact in to break through these
their communities and beyond. obstacles, to go beyond and
Last year, the conference on achieve their goals.
January 8, 2011 drew a record
1300 students to the Chan Centre. Leadership is about realizing this
potential in everybody, and the
In past years we have had the SLC provides the resources,
honour of hosting the Buried Life, networks and inspiration to do
Romeo Dallaire, Roberta Bondar, so. The SLC has been a catalyst
and Stephen Lewis. We hope to for countless breakthroughs at
build on the successes of the UBC over the past ten years, and
past and reach new heights in promises to be the spark for
inspiring students. many more in 2012.
What’s stopping you?
That’s right: nothing.
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3. “ “
The SLC really helped open my I loved the variety of
eyes about all the ways I can programming they had at the SLC;
apply my skills and take on there’s everything from tailored
leadership roles right now, in my workshops to Featured
own community. Presenters, all building up to an
inspiring keynote at the end.
- Derek Moore - Elisa Kharrazi
Arts, 2nd Year
BSc’11
“
As President of the Alma Mater Society, UBC’s student society, I am
naturally a champion of student leadership, and one of the SLC’s biggest
advocates. The SLC is UBC’s largest student-run event, and one of, if not
the, biggest in Canada. And in this case, bigger really is better.
- Jeremy McElroy
President, AMS Student Society of UBC Vancouver
“ “
The Learning Centre is delighted to be sponsoring the Student Leadership If you’re involved at UBC, you’ve definitely heard of the SLC - it’s the
Conference again this year. This student-led event is, in our opinion, one flagship UBC conference of the year. Everybody who plays a role in
of the most important events on campus each year and we welcome the campus life goes to the SLC to interact with other groups and to grow as
opportunity to host and support such an inspiring group of colleagues. leaders in the community. It’s the place to meet the leaders of
tomorrow.
- Sandra Singh
Director, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - Pamela Yuen
Commerce, 5th Year
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4. CONNEctIons Our Delegates
33% 22% 12% 7% 6% 4%
Arts | Science | Commerce | Engineering | Kinesiology | Land and Food Systems | Other
16%
Target Audience
603 Facebook friends
The average delegate has:
271 Twitter followers
19% 20% 21% 24% 6% 4% 8%
Golden Key International 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year or Higher | High School | Alumni | Other
The SLC attracts a diverse group of International Leader Major Entrance
Honour Society Member of Tomorrow Award Recipient UBC Blog
UBC’s best and brightest
Squad Member
students looking to develop Women In Engineering
Student Recruitment AMS Services Member
existing leadership skills or and Advising Staff Reading Week Staff
establish new ones. In addition, Student Leader
Student Tour
100 exceptional high school UBC Student UBC REC Emerging Ambassador
students and 75 recent UBC alumni UBC Orientations Development Arts Peer International Volunteer Leader Residence Life
will also be invited to participate. Squad Leader Staff Mentor Peer Advisor Advisor
These inspiring individuals are
motivated role models: both
outstanding academics and
community leaders. They are the
Your Connection
hubs of communication in the UBC The SLC hopes to engage
community who will inspire gen- organizations and members of the
erations to come as tomorrow’s community, knowing that the
politicians, scientists and CEOs. value of investing resources in
developing the next generation
Our delegates are leaders in many of leaders is innumerable. These
organizations, including those ideas are fostered through par-
highlighted on this page. ticipation in project-based work-
shops where delegates will have
opportunities to meet, share, and
discuss how to take substantive
action on issues relevant to them.
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5. PROGRAM
The agenda for the SLC 2012 will include events that cater to a variety
of students, communities, and learning experiences. From a powerful
keynote address and featured speakers, to student-led workshops and
intimate project-based dialogue, delegates and community members
alike will benefit from the opportunity to come together to share their
ideas and experiences.
Featured Presenters
Back by popular demand, the SLC 2012 offers twelve presentations
featuring knowledgeable, experienced community members. Presenter
will speak on a variety of themes, share their unique stories, and
highlight how leadership and initiative helped them attain their goals.
Past presenters have included entrepreneurs, government officials, and
Nobel Laureates.
Concurrent Programs
Practical skill-based workshops, best practice presentations, and
idea-sharing round tables are facilitated by students, alumni, faculty,
and staff. Student-led sessions enable peer-to-peer learning and offer
a great opportunity for student presenters to develop their professional
presentation skills.
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6. Keynote Address
A plenary session featuring a keynote address at the Chan Centre for
Performing Arts concludes the one-day program. Each year, students
report that the keynote address is a conference highlight, inspiring them
to consider their potential as global leaders and how they might initiate
a change in the world around them. Dr. Stephen Lewis, Roberta Bondar
and Justin Trudeau are just some of the keynote speakers who have
previously spoken at the SLC.
Leadership Opportunities Fair
The Leadership Opportunities Fair features booths from different orga-
nizations that offer student leadership and involvement opportunities.
Participants include on-campus and community partners who offer both
short-term and long-term involvement and leadership opportunities.
Case Studies
The case studies, which are student-driven, aim to explore tangible
opportunities to address real issues in the local community. Small
groups will discuss community needs and work together to brainstorm
solutions and a course of action.
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8. CONTACT US Mimi YuFan You Jacqueline Berris
www.slc.ubc.ca mimi.you@slc.ubc.ca jacqueline.berris@slc.ubc.ca
@UBCSLC 604.818.9821 604.306.6762
