Updates, news and stories
A selection of updates, news and stories from across the university.
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UBCV & UBCO9 July, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & StaffDr. Sara-Jane Finlay re-appointed Associate Vice-President, Equity & Inclusion
We are pleased to announce the Board of Governors has approved the re-appointment of Dr. Sara-Jane Finlay as Associate Vice-President (AVP), Equity & Inclusion for an ongoing term. The re-appointment process was guided by an Advisory Committee comprising faculty, staff and student representatives. The committee reviewed feedback from a UBC community consultation, and considered a recent external review of the Equity & Inclusion Office (EIO).
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UBCV3 July, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Leadership transition in the Peter A. Allard School of Law
After five years of outstanding service as Dean of the Peter A. Allard School of Law, Professor Catherine Dauvergne is stepping down from her role to join Simon Fraser University as their Vice-President, Academic and Provost. Professor Dauvergne’s achievements have been numerous during her term as Dean. She has implemented an experiential learning curriculum, developed a post-graduation debt-relief pilot program — the first of its kind among law schools in western Canada — and led the implementation of Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action within the school.
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UBCV23 June, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Extension of appointment of Dr. Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine at UBC Vancouver
We are pleased to announce that last week, on the recommendation of Santa Ono, the Board of Governors approved the extension of Dr. Dermot Kelleher's appointment as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for a second five-year term, commencing September 1, 2020.
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UBCV & UBCO23 June, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Elana Mignosa appointed Associate Vice-President, Finance & Operational Excellence
The VPFO is pleased to announce the appointment of Elana Mignosa as Associate Vice-President, Finance & Operational Excellence, effective July 6, 2020.
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UBCV & UBCO22 May, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty
2020 UBC Faculty Research Awards — call for nominations
On behalf of the Faculty Research Awards Committee, I am happy to advise that nominations are now open for the UBC Faculty Research Awards. These awards acknowledge research excellence across all disciplines at UBC. Recognition at the university level can also lead to increased opportunity at the national and international level. We strongly encourage you to consider equity, diversity and inclusion principles in your nomination strategies. Updated application process for 2020:
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UBCV12 May, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Moura Quayle appointed Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Academic Affairs at UBC Vancouver
It is my pleasure to announce that the Board of Governors has accepted the President’s recommendation to appoint Professor Moura Quayle as Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President Academic Affairs for a five-year term commencing on August 1, 2020.
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UBCV & UBCO3 April, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
COVID–19 — faculty and staff recruitment processes
In addition to introducing Remote Work Arrangements, the university is adjusting its recruitment processes as part of our COVID-19 response. Below is the updated approach for various phases of the recruitment lifecycle. Job searches and recruitment (pre-offer of employment) Given the current circumstances, departments should carefully consider whether to begin job searches or post new positions. Approval from the Administrative Head of Unit must be obtained for all new searches or new job postings.
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UBCV & UBCO20 March, 2020 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
COVID–19 — Temporary closures of library facilities at UBC
As you are already aware, UBC continues to navigate its response to COVID-19 and support social distancing protocols across our campuses and other learning sites. In light of this, we have made the decision to close all UBC Library branches and cease loaning physical books on both the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses effective Friday, March 20 at 5:00pm. Closures will remain in effect until April 6, at which time the situation will be reassessed.