Updates, news and stories

Parity needed for mental and physical health funding, treatment

The federal government has pledged to help fund the expansion of free mental health services across Canada. Hear more from Dr. Lesley Lutes, Director of the Centre for Obesity and Wellbeing Research Excellence in UBC Okanagan’s Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, who explains that while this is positive news, more needs to be done to bring parity between mental and physical health care.

Share your feedback on UBC’s Statements on Responsible Investing

The UBC community is invited to comment on the Statements on Responsible Investing in preparation for submission to the Board of Governors this spring.

Seeking nominations for the Chancellor Search Committee

A message from Fred Withers, Chair, alumni UBC Board of Directors; Rella Ng, Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and Registrar

UBC biologist wins prize for research on ‘dazzling’ explosions of evolution

UBC United Way Campaign raises over half a million dollars for BC communities

Every fall, UBC comes together in support of our community through the annual UBC United Way Campaign. We are pleased to share that this year’s campaign was no exception – we demonstrated our commitment to building stronger communities by:

Advance your research while supporting student workplace learning

Through the Undergraduate Student Research Awards program, UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan faculty members can get help furthering their research while supporting students in their workplace learning goals. Funded applicants will receive $6,000 in wage subsidies to hire Canadian undergraduate students full time during summer 2023, fall 2023 or winter 2024. 

30-second bio: Viola Cohen

As a communications and marketing strategist, Viola believes the best part of her work is learning and writing about the talented faculty, staff and students at UBC Okanagan. Find out why ‘unfortunate chocolate choices’ inspired her favourite quote.

Dr. Sandy Hilton appointed Dean pro tem for the Faculty of Management

Consideration of the extension of the Vice-President, Students

A message from Deborah Buszard, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ainsley Carry is approaching the end of his first term as Vice-President, Students, and has asked to be considered for a second term. In light of this, the university is seeking feedback from students, faculty and staff regarding his reappointment.

Dr. Rashid Sumaila named as American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow

UBCO engineers examine drinking water management strategies