Student Areas

Study Carrels
Built-in study carrels are available in various locations throughout the CFRI buildings including the 4th floor in the Translational Research Building, 2nd floor of the Variety Club Building and in the South Block.

A Student Learning Resource Room with networked computers and internet connections for lap tops is available in the Children’s Hospital in room 2H17 across from Media Services.

Library

The Hamber Library, a branch of UBC, is located on the 2nd floor of Children’s Hospital in room 2H47. For further information contact the Reference Librarian at extension 2154 or visit the UBC-Hamber Library website.

Eating Facilities

In the CFRI there are several lunch areas located in the South Block (3rd floor), North Block (3rd floor), Variety Club Building (3rd floor), Translational Research Building (4th floor) and another accessible from the hallway leading to the Chieng Family Atrium (2nd floor). Each area is equipped with a refrigerator and microwave. Some also have a kettle and vending machines. When using these facilities clean up after yourself, wash any used dishes and appliances you have used.

Additional onsite eateries include the hospital cafeteria located on the ground floor of Women’s Hospital, Starbucks located in the lobby of the Ambulatory Care Building, Tim Hortons in the lobby of Women’s Hospital and Second Cup located in the lobby of Children’s Hospital. Within walking distance is the King Edward shopping mall with Safeway and a number of small restaurants.

Meeting Rooms

A limited number of meeting rooms are available to individuals and labs for meetings, seminars and other presentations. The Chan Centre for Family Health Education may also be booked for larger events. All rooms are equipped with projectors, screens, whiteboards and some have video and computer equipment. To book a room, send your request including date, start and end times, number of participants and purpose of event to cfrirooms@cfri.ca.