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Hot Lunch showcases the power of food to unite

Taking an ‘animated’ approach to teaching

How a little bit of theatre is shaping the doctors of tomorrow at UBC

The big question

“Would you like to be our new president?” It wasn’t the question anyone had expected—least of all the person who asked it.

Dermot Kelleher

Dr. Dermot Kelleher joined UBC in 2015 as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. Prior to his appointment at UBC, Dr. Kelleher served as Vice-President, Health, and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College London. Over the years, Dr. Kelleher has received many prestigious awards including a Fogarty Scholarship at the University of California, San Diego, Wellcome Senior Fellow in Clinical Science, and most recently the Conway Medal from the Royal Academy of Medicine in Ireland.

Kate Ross

Kate Ross joined UBC as Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and Registrar in 2013. Dr. Ross has an extensive background in student services and has led major initiatives to enhance the student experience. She is an advocate for best practice in student issues and is passionate about supporting student aid and access to post-secondary education.

Exploring the unexpected path to career fulfillment

The question may seem daunting, yet UBC’s Career Navigation and Transition Consultant Pooja Khandelwal hopes it’s one you’ll reflect on regularly for the sake of your wellbeing.

Blye Frank

Blye Frank is the dean of UBC’s Faculty of Education. Dr. Frank is a scholar and advocate for social justice and equity. He has an active research career and is a recognized expert in the field of gender studies.

The heart of pharmacy care evolution at UBC

How healthy is your heart? You could know the answer in less than 30 minutes, and without having to leave campus, thanks to the work of Barbara Gobis, Director of UBC’s Pharmacists Clinic.

Angela Redish

Angela Redish is Provost and Vice President Academic pro tem. She is a professor in UBC’s Vancouver School of Economics (having taught there for more than 30 years).

Simon Peacock

Simon Peacock is the dean of UBC’s Faculty of Science. Originally from the US, his research focuses on understanding the thermal, petrologic, and seismological structure of subduction zones — places on Earth where tectonic plates collide, triggering great earthquakes and explosive volcanism.

Barbara Miles

Barbara Miles is UBC’s Vice-President, Development and Alumni Engagement. Ms. Miles is responsible for leading one of the most innovative and integrated development and alumni engagement portfolios in North America.