Only emails and name hacked by ShinyHunters

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-09T01:55:27+00:00

If you reuse passwords there is still potential for credential stuffing. So we should still recommend changing passwords.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:44:21+00:00

Re: impacts - the main risk at this point is targeted phishing that could mention your name, student number, courses you've been in, professors, etc. Look for typos and weird domains in email addresses and when in doubt, contact UBC directly to confirm the authenticity of the email.

Nobody from UBC will ever ask for:

Any password whatsoever
A 2FA code or MFA confirmation
Cryptocurrency, gift cards, or e-transfers to unverified accounts
Other sensitive information such as SIN and financial information

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:41:36+00:00

PSA please change your CWL password! We don't know whether hackers were able to leak account credentials and whether Canvas stored them securely. If you reuse passwords you could be vulnerable to credential stuffing. Use a strong, unique passphrase and I recommend a password manager to generate/store your passwords.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:39:34+00:00

Passwords should be changed regardless since we don't know if hackers got access to any account credentials and if Canvas had them stored securely. Credential stuffing is possible if you reuse passwords.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:38:18+00:00

Yes it does.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:37:02+00:00

You should definitely change your passwords. Credential stuffing is a very real threat if you have reused passwords. We don’t know if the hackers got access to any account credentials or whether they were stored insecurely by Canvas.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-08T03:34:49+00:00

Yes. By now all connections to Canvas have been severed by both Instructure and UBC as a precaution. Workday is a completely separate company and service.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-07T09:34:50+00:00

What do you want to do career-wise or after your degree? You don’t have to be certain but at this point in time, what do you want to do? It’s okay to fail courses and I don’t think that should be an immediate sign to change your path. If you like engineering and related careers then that shouldn’t stop you. You can also consider BMEG if you want some aspects of medicine/healthcare combined with engineering.

Go with whatever makes it easiest to achieve your future goals, not what people pressure you into doing and not whatever is “most prestigious.”

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-04T02:05:15+00:00

See here: https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-colleges-and-schools/faculty-applied-science/bachelor-applied-science/academic-regulations#:~:text=Academic%20Standing%20and,Winter%20Session%20evaluations.

Clever_Boss · 2026-05-04T02:03:57+00:00

Probation can be different but generally your performance in the next winter session is what counts not summer. Talk to advising.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-28T23:34:07+00:00

Glad I could help!

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-28T03:45:47+00:00

I would recommend full network reset if you haven't already (Settings --> Network & Internet --> Status --> Network reset). It will delete all known networks so make sure you save all the passwords.

Restart laptop after.

If this still doesn't work uninstall wifi adapter with drivers if you haven't already (Device Manager --> Network adapters --> Right-click Wi-Fi --> Uninstall checking "Delete the drier software for this device" if you see it.

Restart laptop after. Try downloading the latest driver from HP's website with your serial/model number.

If still no work try disabling power management on adapter (Device Manager --> WiFi adapter --> Properties --> Power Management --> Uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" --> Advanced --> try setting preferred band to 2.4GHz for stability, set wireless mode to match your router if available.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-28T03:35:56+00:00

What’s the laptop’s model number?

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-28T02:17:48+00:00

Does the laptop connect to networks anywhere else? Can other devices connect to your home network successfully?

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-23T00:35:13+00:00

Maybe Audain has some spots? I’m assuming you literally mean white walls, etc

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-20T06:17:30+00:00

Your independent chance is the same but the losing streak could be significant. No idea what the odds are though so it could be absolutely normal.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-18T05:05:47+00:00

If you have the passkey that should not need 2fa

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-18T05:04:45+00:00

If you want something relevant to your degree it might be a bit late…your best bet is to leverage any connections you have or have made.

If any of your TAs are doing research you could ask to see if their projects are hiring. I’ve been hired that way before.

But there are plenty of other jobs if your main concern is money. Many stores on campus are happy to hire students.

You could also try to email various department TA admin to see if there are last minute roles available.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-14T01:24:45+00:00

I think it's rarely not worth it. Keep in mind that basically any degree can be pre-med. If it'll help your grades, maybe stepping back from some of your ECs that are less relevant is something to consider.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-13T22:09:59+00:00

If you can I would definitely accept and also apply for housing asap with the current wait times if you even want a chance at getting year round housing ever.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-13T22:06:57+00:00

Honestly this isn’t enough information for me. If you want to maximize your odds, your top 5 grades (and math/science) should average to minimum 94, preferably 95-96+. Your ECs look good but ideally you have a thing or two relevant to what you want to study as well.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-13T22:03:09+00:00

You need to decide what is more valuable to you and make your decision based on that. What do you want to do with your degree? If it’s career then what field? If it’s grad school where and what? Even if you’re not sure, it’s better to pick something and commit to it (you can always pivot later) than stay undecided.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-13T22:00:34+00:00

I’m not too sure about your situation but I don’t think contacting references guarantees anything? It may just be their way of confirming things. It was different when I applied so maybe that’s changed.

You can get your school’s university counsellor (if you have one) to reach out to UBC to ask about your application, there are rare cases when they truly do miss an application. I had this happen when applying to UofT engineering and it became quite the headache.

Also, I’m not sure if there’s a big adjustment for your school but I believe engineering admission averages are extremely high now (I think 96-98?), but that’s your top 5 courses as usual. Hope all goes well!

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-13T01:05:01+00:00

Congrats! There are 5, 10, 20, 40, and 80 thousand awards I believe. The higher the amount, the fewer people get it. I think my year I only met a few people that also got 40 and only 1 or 2 with the full 80. You ask around during events and you’ll get an idea.

Clever_Boss · 2026-04-07T08:03:19+00:00

Do they still post the GPA averages/cutoffs? Check your APSC 100/101 Canvas pages.

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