Main Office Renovation
August 2, 2019 Our main office was recently renovated to improve its functionality as the number of people using the main office has increased. We hope you enjoy our new look!
SJC Ambleside Beach Picnic
On Friday, August 23, will be having our first outdoor picnic and all SJC residents are invited to join. We will be boarding a bus from SJC at 9:30AM sharp, shortly after breakfast, to reach Ambleside Beach in West-Vancouver. We will enjoy the beach, play some volleyball, soccer, spike-ball, Frisbee and whatever you want to […]
SJC Orientation: Early Start
Early Start is an orientation program for residents who are new to St. John’s College. Over the course of two weeks, residents will be introduced to their new home and the unique community of SJC through a variety of activities and special programs! Many of the events are also open to all residents. Explore the […]
Orientation: Early Start Program
New to the College? Get an Early Start. Are you new to St. John’s College? Make sure you sign up for our unique orientation, the Early Start Program. This no-cost program will introduce you to your new home at UBC and the unique community of St. John’s College. Dates: August 21 to 31, 2023 Early […]
Fees
Residence fees and meal plan fees are set for each year, beginning September 1 through August 15. All fees are due by the first business day of each month and are in Canadian Dollars (CAD). Residence fees include electricity, heat, hot water and ResNet (internet) services. Meal Plan Fees The meal plan is a mandatory part of […]
Weekly Menu
Dinner Menu Breakfast Menu Breakfast is served Sundays to Thursdays, offering a variety of regular items such as Toasted Bread, Baked Pastries, Yogurt, Cold Cereals, Cottage Cheese, and Fruits.In addition, several hot items are offered, with changes made daily. These hot items may include Eggs, Bacon, Sausages, Hash Brown Potatoes, Pancakes, French Toast, Congee, Hot […]
Hot Lunch
Are you a UBC staff member? You’re invited to our cross-campus staff networking initiative! At our dining hall, we host luncheons on the last Wednesday of each month and invite UBC leaders to introduce themselves and their portfolios. For $10, enjoy a delicous meal and an excellent opportunity to network and engage in meaningful conversations with staff from other units.
Research
As UBC’s international graduate residence, St. John’s College is a diverse community of graduate students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars from over 40 countries. As a member of the Vice-Provost International Team, we are a residential and research hub for UBC’s International Strategic Plan where both local and global issues intersect. We develop and partner […]
Catering Policies
Minimum Catering The minimum number of guests for catering Monday to Friday is 25 (unless otherwise noted), and the minimum number of guests for Saturday and Sunday are 30. The minimum charge for food will be $200 for any catered function with the exception of coffee service. The minimum for coffee service is 20 people […]
Waterscapes: Johannean Journeys
Artist Statement: Professor Gu Xiong, SJC Faculty Fellow Waterscapes: Johannean Journeys 1,000 hand made white archive paper boats Permanent Collection of St. John’s College, University of British Columbia As children we loved to fold paper boats and float them down the stream. We believed that they carried our hopes for the future, for going out […]
Who and Where We Are
St. John’s College is part of a proud heritage, which dates back to the famed St. John’s University in Shanghai, China. Learn more about our unique location and community.
Are you a new or current resident?
We are proud to have a community made up of residents and scholars from over 40 different countries. If you are a new or current resident, explore our College resources!
Hot Lunch for UBC Staff
Are you a UBC staff member? You’re invited to our cross-campus staff networking initiative – Hot Lunch! Buy tickets for the last Wednesday of the month.
Places around the College
360 Degrees Get to know key places: Fairmont Social Lounge With its high cathedral ceilings, excellent acoustics, fireplace, baby_ grand piano and polished concrete floor, the Social Lounge is our most versatile space and is used for lectures, concerts, workshops, lunches and fireside chats, receptions, seminars, coffee houses, and more. This lounge is named in […]
Meet Me at the Clock Tower
“Meet me at the Clock Tower” The clock tower acts as a meeting place for the Johanneans of St. John’s College and is a place for people from all over the world to join each other and to start their journeys together. It was designed to resemble the clock tower at St. John’s University in […]
Catering Menu
The catering menu is subject to change without notification.Please note the minimum for catering is 25 people Monday to Friday, and 30 people on weekends.
Meal Tickets at SJC
The dining hall is an integral part of life at St. John’s College; it is over the dinner table that friendships are formed, and cross-cultural exchange and learning happens. Chef Clarence Tay and the team offer diverse dinner menus to reflect the diverse community and include abundant homemade entrees, vegetarian alternatives, and luxurious desserts. Members […]
The World Around Our Table
We welcome you to experience “the world around our table” at St. John’s College. Explore the unique dining and catering services provided by SJC Culinary Services.
Guest and Meeting Rooms
St. John’s College values boutique-style service. We offer guest rooms to UBC’s academic visitors as well as space for events that are booked with catering services.
Resident Resources
Contract & Handbook The resident contract and handbook provides you with all the essential information you need to know about St. John’s College. It contains important information about the responsibilities and rights of those living in the residence community. You can access and download a copy here: 2023/24 St. John’s College Residence Contract SJC Resident […]
Video Tour of the College
Talk and Tour Discover St. John’s College in this Talk and Tour episode filmed in 2014 with Dr. Henry Yu, Principal and Associate Professor of History at UBC. Henry tells the story of St. John’s College, including its history and philosophy, and how the spirit of the original St. John’s College, built in Shanghai, China […]
Ways to Support the College
The St. John’s College Student Emergency Fund was established in honour of the commitment and friendship that are central to the St. John’s experience by creating a way to support those who may need a bit of extra help to complete their education. In honour of St. John’s College 15th anniversary in 2012, the St. John’s College Alumni Legacy Fund […]
Book an Event Space
If you would like to direct guests to our space, we have wayfinding information and an indoor map of S. John’s College. Please note that room capacity is reviewed on an on-going basis, please contact sjc.events@ubc.ca or 604.822.0514 for further information. Meeting Room Policies Our Venues ROOM MAXIMUMCAPACITY FLAT FEE FairmontSocial Lounge […]
SJC Culinary Service
Our Approach At SJC Culinary Service, Chef Clarence and his staff provide cuisine drawn from culinary traditions around the globe. The Chef can assist you by putting together menu selections that will work with your budget. Besides his sound knowledge in French cooking, Clarence is also well versed in most international cuisines, and experienced in […]
Guest Accommodations
St. John’s College offers quiet, comfortable and well-appointed guest rooms to UBC’s academic visitors. Services and facilities available to visitors include card-operated laundry, common kitchens, printing, e-mailing, and photocopying (nominal fees). Pay parking is available across the street in the West Parkade. Guest Room Accommodation Guest rooms are furnished with a double-sized or queen-sized bed, […]
Applying for Membership
Thank you for your interest in St. John’s College membership. When should I apply? Applications can be made at any time Most applications for September admission are received between February and May. Complete applications that are received by the 15th of the month will be reviewed using the rubric below. Applicants, whose completed applications were […]
Meet the Principal
St. John’s College Principal Associate Professor, History Dr. Henry Yu sjc.principal [at] ubc.ca 778-895-5088 Department of History
Contact Us
Contact St. John’s College, UBC 2111 Lower Mall Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 Office Hours: The Administration Office operates between 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Visit Us To access way finding directions to St. John’s College, click here. Here is a map of campus: UBC Map (Vancouver Campus) Closest Parking The closest paid […]
Hot Lunch for UBC Staff
Cross-campus Staff Networking Initiative Join the Hot Lunch email list UBC Hot Lunch celebrates 10 years of great food, speakers and connections!2023/24 We are inviting UBC staff to join us in celebrating our 10 year milestone – it is you who made this journey so worthwhile. It was in January of 2014 that we launched […]
Guest & Meeting Rooms
St. John’s College values boutique-style service and offers quiet, comfortable, and well-appointed guest rooms to UBC’s academic visitors. We also offer spaces for events that are booked with catering services. Our staff look forward to welcoming you or your guests. Explore our options and booking policies below: View Our Guest Accommodations View Our Events Spaces
Committees
As a resident of St. John’s College, you have the very unique opportunity to not only gain knowledge and support in your research area, but also exposure to various aspects of life that come with living within an international community. We believe that apart from being an expert in your research area, it is also […]