Updates, news and stories

Indigenous stories reveal the science of the world around us

Indigenous stories hold clues to hydrological and geographical features, providing insights into the science of the world around us. Dr. Shandin Pete, assistant professor of teaching in UBC’s department of earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences, investigated a story that may have helped his Seliš ancestors judge when to safely cross rivers along the buffalo trail. Dr. Pete explains what scientific clues Indigenous stories reveal.

Update on UBC’s budget for the 2022/23 fiscal year

This week, the proposed UBC budget for 2022/23 was presented to the Board of Governors’ Finance Committee for review, in advance of consideration for approval by the full Board of Governors on March 31, 2022. 

Identifying toxic materials in water with machine learning

Leadership transition in the Faculty of Arts

High-tech mouthguard tracks head impacts during varsity hockey playoffs

UBC concussion study could pave the way for safer hockey A high-tech mouthguard worn by UBC Thunderbird hockey players will record every big hit of the upcoming playoffs to capture data for UBC researchers who study concussions.

Submit an application to the Healthy Workplace Initiatives Program by April 22

The Healthy Workplace Initiatives Fund Program is an annual fund available to UBC departments and units to support grassroots activities that promote wellbeing in the workplace. The program provides start-up funds and support for health-related, sustainable initiatives. You can apply for funding for programs that include yoga or fitness classes, building a community garden or investing in mental health training in your workplace. The deadline to apply for funding is 4pm on April 22.

UBC scientists discover how to 3D print testicular cells

Arts Insights on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

UBCO researchers use unique ingredient to strengthen bamboo

Apply for a UBC Coaching Internship by Apr. 15

Are you seeking certification as a professional coach and want to apply your new coaching skills and knowledge to working with fellow UBC staff and faculty?   Through the Coaching Internship program, you will gain valuable experience coaching faculty and staff in addition to professional development, mentorship and $1,500 towards the tuition cost of the accredited coach training program of your choice.   Applications are due Friday, April 15.  

Announcing the Provost and Vice-President, Academic pro tem, UBC Vancouver, and update on search for permanent role

A message from Santa J. Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor

2022 Celebrate Learning Week

UBC’s 13th annual Celebrate Learning Week will take place from May 9-13. This year’s theme is Promoting Inclusivity and Accessibility, and we’d like to encourage all to take part by attending and/or hosting an event.