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Reappointment of Bryce Traister as Dean, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies

A message from Dr. Rehan Sadiq, Provost and Vice-President Academic pro tem, UBC Okanagan Dear colleagues, I am pleased to announce that the UBC Board of Governors has approved the reappointment of Dr. Bryce Traister as Dean, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies (FCCS), for a second five-year term, commencing February 1, 2023. Dr. Traister is a Professor of English and holds a Bachelor of Arts and a PhD in English from the University of California, Berkeley.

Reminder: Share your photo of spring blossoms by Apr. 11

On March 28, we invited you to share a photo of spring blossoms in celebration of the changing seasons.Thank you to those who have already shared photos with us. In case you haven't already, there's still time to submit a photo of how spring inspires you. The deadline is Monday, April 11.What do you need to do?

Professional Development Fund for Management & Professional (M&P) staff increased to $750

For the 2022/23 funding year, the individual Professional Development (PD) Fund maximum for M&P staff has increased from $550 to $750. This individual increase has resulted from cumulative funding increases made to the overall budget during the 2019-2022 UBC-AAPS Agreement period to support increased use of PD Funds. PD Funds support learning activities that enhance your workplace knowledge or skills and support your career growth at the university.

Announcing the appointment of new Dean, Faculty of Arts

I am pleased to announce that Dr. Clare Haru Crowston has been appointed as the new Dean of the Faculty of Arts for a five-year term commencing no later than January 1, 2023. Dr. Crowston is a professor of History at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she currently serves as the Associate Dean for the Humanities and Interdisciplinary Programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. 

UBC sets out spending priorities in 2022/23 budget

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Board of Governors has approved UBC’s 2022/2023 budget. The new budget sets spending priorities for the year ahead to advance the university’s key strategic priorities while supporting students, faculty, and staff in their collective pursuit of excellence in learning, teaching, and research.

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Next Distinguished Speaker Series event to feature Dr. Derek Muller

A message from Lesley Cormack, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal, UBC Okanagan Dear colleagues, In this world of fake news, in which scientific theories and developments are challenged more than ever before, it has never been more important to think deeply about how we can get the truth. I am therefore very pleased to remind you that the Faculty of Science is hosting Dr. Derek Muller as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series (DSS) who will help us do just that. This virtual event will be held this Thursday, March 31 at 7 pm.

Citizen scientists predict cherry blossom peak

Caribou herd rebounds as Indigenous stewards lead conservation efforts

Share a snapshot of spring blossoms by Apr. 11

It’s officially spring, which is cause for celebration and an appreciation for the warmer breeze and new seasonal blooms. How does the change in season inspire you, what has captured your attention, and what's flourishing in your neck of the woods? Whether it's the ornamental cherry trees bursting with delicate pink blooms, or the new growth in your garden, we want you to share a photo (or two) that captures seasonal buds, blooms, and greenery.  What do you need to do?

30-second bio: Jacqueline Ashby

Jacqueline advises on faculty development, assessment/evaluation, and curriculum at the Family Medicine Residency Program in Abbotsford. What does she think is the greatest question ever asked?