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2012 REC Stars: UBC REC Staff 2011/2012!

Show some love for the UBC REC Student Staff of 2011/2012!

2012 Get Out There: Stay active this exam season!

School is coming to an end- but don’t let finals get in the way of your fitness!

2012 REC Stars: Lauren Phelan and Lindsay Malony!

2012 REC Stars: Lauren Phelan and Lindsay Malony!

This week’s REC Stars are the dynamic duo behind UBC REC’s Program Development department!

2012 Get Out There: Granville Island

2012 Get Out There: Granville Island

Get out to Granville Island this spring!

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Storm 2012: Interview with Super Ironman Andy White!

Read an interview with last year’s Super Iron-Man Andy White!

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2012 REC Stars: Brendan Gibson

This week’s REC Star is Brendan Gibson, Assistant Director of Events!

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2012 Storm the Wall FAQ

So you know that It’s Yours…but what exactly is Storm the Wall? Read on to have your questions answered!

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2012 REC Stars: Alex Remtulla

This week’s REC Star is Alex Remtulla, Assistant Director of Ice Hockey!

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2012 Get Out There: Vancouver’s water activities!

Learn more about how you can get out in the water in Van City!

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Storm the Wall 2012: It’s Yours!

Storm 2012 is here- and this time, It’s Yours!

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2012 Spread the Word to End the Word!

Learn more about the “Spread the Word to End the Word” campaign and take the pledge to eliminate the “r-word” from our vocabulary!

2012 REC Stars: Courtney Tiechko

This week’s REC Star is…. Courtney Tiechko, Assistant Director of Health Promotions (Nominated by Cameron Wong)  ”Courtney, aka Ms. Quinoa, has been a mainstay on the Health Promotions team for 2 years running, and is an absolute pleasure to have in and around the office! She constantly brings professionalism, laughter, and energy to our participants [...]

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2012 Get Out There: Rez Edition!

If you are living on campus at UBC, you might be surprised to know the many ways you can stay active in your community!

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2012 REC Stars: Drew Senay

This week’s REC Star is Drew Senay, Assistant Director of Handley Cup Soccer

2012 Get Out There: Vancouver International Dance Festival

2012 Get Out There: Vancouver International Dance Festival

Actively watch the performance of dancing styles from all around the world!

2012 REC Stars: Todd Kamensek

2012 REC Stars: Todd Kamensek

This week’s outstanding UBC REC staff member- or “REC Star” is:  Todd Kamensek, Assistant Director of Todd Ice Hockey (Nominated by Angela Tenisci) “From the very start of the year, Todd has exceeded the expectations for his role as the referee development coordinator. Not only did he hire and train all of the officials in [...]

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2012 Get Out There: Explore Vancouver’s local ski hills this Reading Break!

Spend some time on the slopes at Vancouver’s three local mountains this Reading Break!

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2012 REC Stars: Carter Brundage

This week’s “REC Stars” profiles Assistant Director of Media Carter Brundage!

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2012 Get Out There: Richmond Curling Centre

If you loved On the Button Bonspiel, or just want to dive into a few rounds of Canada’s beloved pastime, check out the Richmond Curling Centre!

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2012 UBC REC’s Hall of Fame

Check out The Point’s new weekly column, where UBC REC’s outstanding leaders are recognized each week!
This week: Design expert Steph Mihalatos!

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2012 REC Spotlight: Point Grey Cup Football

UBC REC’s Football crew shows their poetic side in the latest REC Spotlight!

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2012 Get Out There: Grouse Mountain presents the Snowshoe Grind Run!

If you’ve ever done the Grouse Grind, why not challenge yourself one step further: Check out the Snowshoe Grind on February 25th!

2012 Globetrotter Spotlight: Sumo wrestling !

2012 Globetrotter Spotlight: Sumo wrestling !

Globetrotter registration closes on January 31st! Check out our latest Spotlight on Japanese sumo-wrestling!

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2012 Get Out There: The UBC Aquatic Centre

Had a blast at Inner Tube Water Polo? Consider checking out the UBC Aquatic Centre for your regular fitness fix!

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2012 Globetrotter Spotlight: Snowboarding

Snowboarding is a sport practiced worldwide! Learn more in this week’s Globetrotter Spotlight.

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2012 Get Out There: Take a walk in Stanley Park!

Check out one of Van City’s most beautiful spots!

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2012 Introducing UBC REC’s “Faces of Today!”

Get to know UBC REC’s “Faces of Today”: Lauren Phelan and Angela Tenisci!

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2012 Check out the Vancouver Chilly Chase!

Register for this year’s Vancouver Chilly Chase on Sunday January 22nd!

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2012 Globetrotter Spotlight: The Hulusi

Learn all about the Hulusi, a traditional Chinese instrument!

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Plan your winter get-away at the UBC Whistler Lodge!

Looking to escape to the slopes this winter? Consider booking a weekend at the student-friendly UBC Whistler Lodge!

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2011 Fall Term Cross Volleyball Photo Gallery

Check out some actions shots from the Cross Volleyball league this past semester!

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2011 Commit to these New Year’s Resolutions!

Read on to discover the New Year’s resolutions we can all commit to in 2012!

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2011 3 Must Do REC Experiences for Term 2!

Make the most out of your second semester and participate in these three awesome UBC REC events!

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2011 Local Vancouver Music Spotlight: What YOU should be listening to and why!

Learn more about Man Chat, an up-and-coming band on Vancouver’s indie music scene!

2011 Paxton’s Holiday To-Do List!

2011 Paxton’s Holiday To-Do List!

At a loss for things to do over winter break? Follow this list and you’ll never get bored this holiday season!

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2011 Kaidi’s Top 5 Favourite Gift Ideas this Holiday Season!

Having trouble finding the perfect present this year? Check out these 5 awesome gift ideas which will be sure to please this holiday season!

Exam Tips: Keep a clear head this finals season!

Exam Tips: Keep a clear head this finals season!

Keep a clear head during the exam period through solid preparation and taking care of yourself!

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2011 Splash-tastic fun at this year’s Water Wars

Relive the swashbuckling adventures from this year’s Water Wars!

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2011 Totem Park raises big bucks for Lace Up for Kids!

Totem Park’s amazing student staff auctioned themselves off to the tune of $2531.50!

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2011 Pirates vs. Mermaids: The ultimate showdown at this year’s Water Wars!

Who would win between a pirate and a mermaid? Find out at this year’s Water Wars!

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Keeping your mind in shape: Ways to take care of your mental health!

Knowing what mental health is is one thing, but finding ways to stay mentally healthy can present a whole new conundrum. The Point’s Ian Shultz has some tips to managing your mental health.

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2011 Bring out your inner wolf at Howl at the Moon Volleyball!

Wolves=volleyball? Read on to find out how?

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2011 Fierce competition at this year’s Fall Badminton Championships!

Read all about this year’s Fall Badminton Championships!

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2011 Gutterball Bowling: A guaranteed ball!

Strikes, splits and spares, oh my! Gutterball Bowling is here.

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2011 Lace up your runners and go for a jog today: UBC Great Trek

Running has always been my recreational activity of choice. I’ve always found that what I may lack in skill and coordination on the field or court, I make up for in speed and endurance. As such, running has become my go-to when it comes to exercise and I’ve spent many a morning and afternoon staying [...]

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2011 Badminton’s Rich History: Fall Badminton Championships

Learn all about the interesting history of one of the world’s most popular sports!

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Step outside and check out some of UBC’s fantastic rec-spots!

Learn more about some of UBC’s “hidden” rec spots!

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