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UBC Library receives Peter Oberlander archives

Turning climate worry into climate action: expert tips for managing climate anxiety

Wildfires. Flooding. Extreme heat. The impacts of climate change are being felt close to home and dominating headlines around the world. For many, it is source of considerable stress and anxiety. Dr. Steven Taylor, Professor of Psychiatry at UBC and clinical psychologist, discusses the steps people can take to cope with climate anxiety – and how those feelings can be turned into a motivating force for climate action.

New algorithm maps safest routes for city drivers

UBCO researchers recover vital resources from wastewater sludge

At first glance when one looks at sewage sludge it can be challenging to find any redeemable value. However, researchers at UBC’s Bioreactor Technology Group see it in a whole other way. Using a combination of heat, water and phase separation, these researchers have developed a cost-effective method to concentrate phosphorous—which can be efficiently recovered by extraction—from wastewater sludge.

Teaching in focus: Jonathan Verrett

Jonathan is an associate professor of teaching in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at UBC Vancouver. His teaching approach ensures students are equipped with leadership, teamwork, and communication abilities, as well as technical skills that address complex societal challenges.

New Hybrid Work Agreement for staff

Effective July 24, a new Hybrid Work Agreement will be available in Workday that consolidates important elements of the original Hybrid Work Request and Work Area Safety Assessment into one simplified request process, and previous agreements will need to be replaced. All eligible staff who participate in UBC’s hybrid work program need to complete the new Hybrid Work Agreement in Workday, including individuals who already have a previous agreement in place. 

How to keep the fun and ditch the food poisoning this summer

UBCO researchers investigate new use for plastic bottles

Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon named 17th President and Vice-Chancellor of UBC

A message from Nancy McKenzie, Chair, UBC Board of Governors I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon as the 17th President and Vice-Chancellor of UBC. Dr. Bacon is an accomplished and transformational leader who will continue to build on UBC’s excellence in teaching, learning and research.

Natalie Walliser appointed UBCO’s Director of Infrastructure Development

Winery experiences affected by more than what is in your glass

Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot appointed United Nations chair on Indigenous peoples’ rights