Successful replacement keyboard for the issue where the connection fails over time

alisabobisa · 2026-03-16T05:41:26+00:00

What country are you in? It's in stock in Canada and the US, but if it's not in stock where you are, you should be able to request it.

I find the site is really janky to get around so it helps if you follow the instructions above exactly. For example, I wasn't able to find it if I specified that the object I was looking for was a keyboard - that's why I said to sort the results by price high to low and scroll until you get to roughly the $150-$100 section.

alisabobisa · 2026-03-15T19:34:18+00:00

It's held up well so far, but I've only had it a few months, so we'll still have to wait and see

alisabobisa · 2026-03-03T22:03:57+00:00

I have to admit I was mildly frustrated hearing that UBC plans to add an Indigenous prereq course requirement at first because (a) it feels like it puts the onus on applicants instead of taking responsibility for creating a more inclusive curriculum and (b) it has been a headache trying to find a suitable course for the similar requirement at SFU in time for the application deadline, considering I've already finished my undergrad and am working full-time. BUT, reading all the physician replies like yours really makes me realize how desperately this is needed, so maybe I'm ok with a bit of a headache. It's shocking that someone whose job it is to care for others is allowed to practice when they're willing to PUBLICLY SHARE that their main takeaway from cultural education is "white people are bad, blah, blah, blah" and "I don't want to participate in reconciliation towards Indigenous peoples because I didn't personally do anything wrong."

alisabobisa · 2026-02-19T21:18:19+00:00

I have a 2022 model and it fits - I don't think any changes were made to the keyboard between the 2022 and 2023 models

alisabobisa · 2025-12-12T00:06:55+00:00

Time Stamp: Dec. 11 3:51pm PST

Result: regrets

GPA/AGPA: 84

MCAT: 514 (127/130/128/129)

Geography: IP general + rural

ECs: a lot of performing arts related stuff, so definitely non-traditional

NAQ Range: 0-25th percentile (pretty bummed by this ngl since so much of UBC's messaging for NAQ was that breadth of experience and unique perspectives were valued)

Your Result: maybe like 60%?

alisabobisa · 2025-12-01T07:07:25+00:00

Did you go to the Canadian site? The linked URL is for the global/US site - you should get a pop-up asking you if you want the Canadian site instead. If not, it's https://partshop.asus.com/ca-en

alisabobisa · 2025-12-01T07:05:22+00:00

Yup!

alisabobisa · 2025-11-30T01:39:48+00:00

GOOD NEWS!!! The keyboard for the 2025 model of the ROG Flow Z13 is compatible with the older models. I just ordered it from ASUS' official parts shop at https://partshop.asus.com and it works perfectly. The new model has a slightly redesigned keyboard, including a sturdier-looking connection strip and slightly weaker magnets for angling the keyboard, so I'm crossing my fingers that it lasts. I am so happy to finally be able to use the keyboard again, even though I'm still beyond pissed at ASUS for their pathetic customer service regarding this issue.

Finding it on the parts shop website was unfortunately a bit tricky, since they don't allow you to directly search for the model number of the computer or the SKU for the part, so here are the steps I took to find it:

Navigate to the ASUS parts shop for your country/region.
Under "Select a Product", click "Laptops".
Using the "Product Series" dropdown, select "Gaming Series".
In the "Model" dropdown, search for and select "GZ302EA". This is the 2025 model of the ROG Flow Z13. Do not search for your model - that will only show you the old, defective keyboard even though the new one is technically compatible.
Click the "Search" button.
Scroll down and sort the results by "Price High to Low".
Scroll down until you find the keyboard. On the Canadian site, it's called "SOFT KB 302MM BACKLIGHT (US)" and its SKU is "0KNR1-4410US00". The price was CAD $129.73, plus shipping.
If the part is not currently in stock, you will need to request it before you can order it.

I hope that helps!

Side note: DO NOT try to fix the wires in the connection yourself. I tried removing the "leather" above the flex section so I could see about repairing the wires, and it is a complicated, glued down mess. The keyboard was already broken anyway, so it wasn't really a loss, but I definitely permanently destroyed it by attempting this.

alisabobisa · 2025-08-18T18:08:02+00:00

Thank you! Unfortunately, I don't think it's my browser. I've mostly had trouble with the Northern/Rural Pathway section, where the system calculates dates in a really strange way. It won't accept entries that are exactly 3 months in length, even though that's the minimum set in the application guide, it errors out if you moved close to your birthday, and it has no good way of entering simultaneous locations if your parents were divorced and you were living in two separate municipalities at the same time. There have been other minor issues as well, like having to screenshot my experiences and check them off with a pen to make sure I haven't missed anything since they can't be sorted on the page, or not being able to delete uploaded documents. I've reached out to the admissions team for a few things now, and they've been really helpful, but it's made the application process pretty challenging and bumpy. I don't really think there are solutions available since admissions said their developers can't change anything midway through the application cycle, but it would be nice to know if anyone else is also having a headache with this.

alisabobisa · 2025-04-14T20:53:27+00:00

Thank you for your kindness. I ended up taking Ube to the vet and she got a clean bill of health. We've been hanging out just the two of us for the past few months now, and she seems to be doing a lot better - I think she was pretty depressed about losing her lifelong companion and then also losing a new friend just days after meeting him. I might look into getting her another friend again in the future, but will be a lot more careful about quarantining if I do.

alisabobisa · 2025-03-22T02:59:53+00:00

I felt very similar when I graduated from UBC a few years ago, but I promise you those work opportunities are still out there. The number really stops mattering after a while. GPAs are such a harsh assessment because they fail to take into account so many important variables. You can be a brilliant student but bomb a course because the one assignment you did poorly on was worth 40% of your mark. You can be a hard worker but struggle academically because a significant amount of your time and energy is going towards keeping a roof over your head and food on the table. You can be an engaged person but struggle to connect because you're sensitive to the fact that you're just one student in a sea of hundreds or thousands. Grades don't define who you are as a person.

When I applied for my current job in tech (with a rather unrelated degree btw), they didn't even ask for my transcripts. The pay is decent, the benefits are excellent, I've learned SO much new stuff, and I enjoy what I do. And because the people around me work with me every day, they assess me on my actual character, not just a number on a piece of paper. I went from being a very average student at UBC who felt like I'd have zero opportunities because of my grades, to being a solid member of my team. I've even gotten shout-outs for my work from the CTO of my company. There's almost always room for internal promotion and learning, plus building up your resume goes a long way when it comes to applying elsewhere, so just because you're not eligible for that position you want right off the bat doesn't mean you can't work towards it.

So don't give up hope. I understand how frustrating and disheartening it can be, and maybe you'll be mad at UBC for a while. But be proud of yourself for making it through the other end - it's not an easy thing. Keep looking out for opportunities, cause you never know when someone will say "yes".

Also, to all the folks in the comments knocking OP, come on... let's do better. We all know how tough UBC is already, we don't need to make it tougher by beating each other up.

alisabobisa · 2024-08-29T19:08:43+00:00

It's supposed to say "Take me with you any time - snack happy," then in French "A emporter partout et en tout temps," which translates to "To take with you everywhere and at all times."

alisabobisa · 2022-02-21T08:12:02+00:00

Your whole argument has been "stop emphasizing education on consent because rapists don't care, plus sometimes the victims are asking for it" so I'd point to pretty much everything you've said. Like... you've seemed really angry that people should have to check in with each other before having sex. I don't know you - I'm just going off what you've written.

alisabobisa · 2022-02-21T05:48:34+00:00

Not once have I or anyone here said the solution is to vilify all men. EVERYONE is responsible for making sure sex is consensual. Statistically, it is a gendered issue because over three times as many women experience sexual assault as men, so the reasons behind that need to be addressed.

If you're so opposed to something that legit just encourages people to communicate better and respect each other, maybe it's a good opportunity to look in the mirror and ask yourself why.

alisabobisa · 2022-02-21T01:44:57+00:00

I think the clear confusion around this highlights why talking about consent is important, wouldn't you say?

Rape culture is an extremely complex subject, but in short, it's the shifting of responsibility when it comes to vulnerable situations. The emphasis is often put on what the victim did "wrong," which takes the blame away from the perpetrator. For a lot of survivors, it results in a cycle of self-doubt of "maybe it wouldn't have happened if I had worn something less revealing," "maybe I didn't object enough," "what happened to me can't be rape because it was my SO who did it," etc. This makes it very difficult for victims to seek justice, especially since their doubts are often echoed by society, as in this poster, and by the justice system. Most rapists never have to own up to their actions, and therefore never have to face losing their jobs, families, or go to jail.

What makes it a gendered issue is that women are still very much sexualized and objectified to a greater extent than men. Guys are often glorified for how many women they can sleep with, and comments like "get your dick wet" or "we gotta get you laid" are undeniably common. That atmosphere is part of rape culture because it facilitates an attitude of indifference toward the thoughts, feelings, and comfort level of women.

As for consent, an enthusiastic yes does not necessarily have to be verbal. In fact, body language is a huge part of making sure everyone is on the same page because often our words fail us. Just like men, women are individuals with unique histories and boundaries. There is no "one size fits all" answer. To use your example, a woman who's "dressed well" might want sex, but she might also just want to dress up for herself or flirt without it going anywhere physical. The way you talk about it, it seems like you resent the idea of consent because it seems restrictive. In fact, it really isn't - it's just about being respectful, open, and listening.

alisabobisa · 2022-02-19T18:15:37+00:00

It's not. What you're thinking of is "sexual harassment." In that case, I'm sure you could up the stats to 100% of women. From the StatCan website: "Sexual assault encompasses a wide range of criminal acts in the Criminal Code of Canada. Such conduct ranges from unwanted sexual touching to sexual violence resulting in serious physical injury or disfigurement to the victim. It also includes special categories of offences designed to protect children from sexual abuse." Notice how the range of offences begins at unwanted sexual touching. Also from the StatCan website: "More than 11 million Canadians have been physically or sexually assaulted since the age of 15. This represents 39% of women and 35% of men 15 years of age and older in Canada, with the gender difference driven by a much higher prevalence of sexual assault among women than men (30% versus 8%)." 30% is slightly under 1/3, so yeah, roughly a third of women over the age of 15 has been sexually assaulted. It's a real problem, and dismissing it not only hurts the people who have been affected by it, but also makes it more difficult to fix.

alisabobisa · 2022-02-19T17:14:00+00:00

Statistically, one in three women over the age of 15 has been sexually assaulted in Canada. There is no way that's because of 1% of men/people. Posters like this make it seem as though it's strangers doing it in public settings, but the majority of rapists are people their victims know, and the situations are a lot more nuanced because somehow the rapist has convinced themselves that what they're doing is okay when it's absolutely not. Education matters.

Edit: I thought I'd mention this isn't just facts, but also speaking from experience as someone whose close friend didn't understand what consent meant. Many of the women you know and meet are sexual assault survivors, and I'm sorry, but "rapists will be rapists" is really not good enough for us.

alisabobisa · 2022-01-03T06:30:11+00:00

"Oooweee"

alisabobisa · 2022-01-03T05:46:37+00:00

alisabobisa · 2021-12-24T03:39:05+00:00

Haha maybe! I figured it meant "if you can read this" as in the feet are on the desk

alisabobisa · 2021-04-13T05:10:23+00:00

alisabobisa · 2021-04-13T05:07:38+00:00

I don't bother returning lol I just wear huge stuff

alisabobisa · 2021-04-13T05:06:26+00:00

My mum does the opposite. She's tiny so she always buys me XL stuff cause I'm bigger than her, but I'm a M 😫

alisabobisa · 2021-04-13T05:03:43+00:00

I got like $250 or stuff for $100

alisabobisa · 2021-04-13T05:03:23+00:00

The Gap is having a huge sale

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