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UBCO research shows Canadian gut health products may not provide the same benefits to immigrants

UBCO researchers have worked in collaboration with colleagues from the UK and India to better understand the daily challenges experienced by Indians adapting to new cultures. Learn more

Inviting proposals for the 2023 Continuous Learning Advancement Fund

The Continuous Learning Advancement (CLAF) supports the creation, renewal and expansion of non-degree learning opportunities at UBC Vancouver. Initially launched in 2019 as the Online Learning Advancement Fund (OLAF), CLAF’s renewed focus is on growing UBC Vancouver’s capacity to serve continuous learners in British Columbia, as set out in the university’s strategic plans.

Apply for a Sustainability Education Grant by May 14

The Sustainability Education Grant program provides funding for Vancouver faculty members looking to advance and diversify sustainability education opportunities for students across campus in all disciplines. Through this program, you can:

Get active by participating in Faculty & Staff Sports Day

Faculty & Staff Sports Day is back this year and will be held in-person at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan on May 5. Whether you want to participate as an office, department, group of colleagues or an individual, there are a variety of challenges and activities to choose from. Virtual activities will also be available from May 2 to 5.  You can get involved in a number of ways:

Teaching in focus: David Newman

David is a sessional lecturer in the School of Journalism, Writing, and Media. Find out why he positions himself as a ‘learning facilitator’ and uses pedagogies such as game-based learning, improv, and team-based learning to engage his students on a deeper level.

Teach a global seminar: Take your students around the world next year

UBCO researchers create real estate market assessment tool

Launching the search for a new UBC Chancellor

A message from Ross Langford, Chair, Chancellor Search Committee; Fred Withers, Chair, alumni UBC Board of Directors

UBC Okanagan – Call for nominations for this year's Staff Awards of Excellence

The Staff Awards of Excellence celebrate the contributions of individuals instrumental in helping UBC’s Okanagan campus achieve its strategic imperatives, and to contribute to the commitment to create an outstanding work environment. There are seven categories of awards. Up to five awards per year are offered in the following categories:

Bhushan Gopaluni appointed Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Faculty Planning

It is my pleasure to announce that the Board of Governors has approved the appointment of Dr. Bhushan Gopaluni as Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Faculty Planning, for a five-year term commencing May 1, 2023.

30-second bio: Connie Lay

As a Retail Food Services Manager for Student Housing and Community Services at UBC Vancouver, Connie leads a front-line team to serve nourishing foods on campus. Find out which Albert Einstein quote is her favourite, and why.

Letter from the President