Updates, news and stories
A selection of updates, news and stories from across the university.
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UBCV7 December, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & StaffExtension of the appointment of Dr. Susan Parker, University Librarian
I am pleased to announce that the Board of Governors has approved the extension of appointment of Dr. Susan Parker as University Librarian for a second five-year term, until August 2027.
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UBCV & UBCO17 November, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Paid leave for staff between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
With the holiday season approaching, please note that certain UBC staff are eligible for paid leave during the university’s seasonal closure — the three normal working days between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. This year’s seasonal closure falls on December 28, 29, and 30, 2022.
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UBCV8 November, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Preparing for extreme weather at UBC
As the weather patterns shift towards snow, we would like to remind you of information available, to help you prepare for extreme weather.
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UBCV & UBCO7 November, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Student affordability and food insecurity
In recent weeks, we have heard from students regarding their concerns related to affordability and food insecurity. The global recession and inflation, at a 40-year high, is causing financial challenges for many members of the UBC community and putting pressure on all areas of the university.
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UBCV3 November, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Leadership update – Faculty of Dentistry
I wish to announce that Dr. Mary MacDougall has informed me of her decision to step down as Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry next August, when her pro tem term comes to an end. On behalf of the university, I would like to thank Dr. MacDougall for her steady leadership and for the key role she has played in the many successes and achievements of the Faculty of Dentistry over the past five years.
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UBCV & UBCO31 October, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
UBC’s progress on its commitments to equity and anti-racism
In April this year, UBC’s Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence (ARIE) Task Force launched its final report containing 54 recommendations. You can read the report at https://antiracism.ubc.ca.
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UBCV & UBCO26 October, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Robert Helsley appointed as Associate Provost, UBC at Surrey
Last year, UBC announced that it is expanding its presence in Surrey to build the university’s regional presence, as well as improve access to post-secondary education in the Fraser region. I am pleased to announce that Dr. Robert W. Helsley has been appointed as Associate Provost for the UBC at Surrey project, effective October 1, 2022 for a two-year term. Dr. Helsley is the Grosvenor Professor of Cities, Business Economics and Public Policy at UBC Sauder School of Business where he has served as Dean from 2012 to 2022.
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UBCV20 October, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Announcing the appointment of Dr. Michelle Stack as Academic Director, UBC Learning Exchange
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Michelle Stack has been appointed as the Academic Director of the UBC Learning Exchange for a five-year term, commencing November 1, 2022. Dr. Stack is an associate professor in the Department of Educational Studies, a former policy advisor, and a public commentator on education. Her research is focused on educational equity, knowledge translation and community-engaged research.
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UBCV11 October, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
External review of Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters program
BC’s Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters (GCRC) program fosters collaboration and enables the formation and growth of interdisciplinary research excellence clusters. An external review of the program is being carried out to assess its effectiveness in supporting Research Excellence Strategy 6 (Collaborative Clusters) in UBC’s strategic plan.
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UBCV29 September, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Announcing the 2023/24 Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters Competition
We are pleased to announce the 2023/24 Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters (GCRC) Competition.
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UBCO27 September, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Rehan Sadiq appointed as Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBC Okanagan
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Rehan Sadiq has accepted the position as UBC Okanagan’s Provost and Vice-President, Academic, for a five-year term. Dr. Sadiq has been in this role on a pro tem basis since February 1, 2022, and has consistently shown thoughtful and seasoned leadership during that time. We are grateful to Dr. Sadiq for his skilled guardianship of the Office of the Provost and Vice-President in the Okanagan over the past seven months and we are thrilled that he will remain at the helm of this role moving forward.
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UBCV20 September, 2022 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
UBC Vancouver — call for proposals for teaching-related funding opportunities
We are pleased to invite proposals for a number of teaching-related funding opportunities this fall, in support of advancing UBC’s academic mission. Your support in encouraging UBC Vancouver faculty, staff and students to apply for these opportunities would be greatly appreciated. More information about the application details, deadlines and adjudication criteria can be found on the respective websites below. Small Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund (TLEF) Innovation projects