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UBC launches ambitious climate action plans

A message from Santa J. Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor Following UBC’s participation in the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow last month, I am pleased to announce that the Board of Governors has endorsed two ambitious Climate Action Plans (CAP 2030) for UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan.

30-second bio: Caroline Sutton

Through her work as the HeadsUpGuys Toolkit Coordinator, Caroline supports men in their fight against depression. Find out why she believes empathy is a powerful tool, and what she does to support her own mental and physical health.

Stretchy, washable battery brings wearable devices closer to reality

UBC’s COVID-19 Rapid Testing Program – update on progress

A message from Santa J. Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor; and Lesley Cormack, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal, UBC Okanagan

Announcing the appointment of Associate Vice-President, University Relations at UBC Okanagan

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Marten Youssef as the inaugural Associate Vice-President, University Relations at UBC Okanagan, effective January 4, 2022. In this role, Marten will provide oversight to UBC Okanagan’s marketing, internal communications, media relations, community engagement and ceremonial activities on campus and will continue to build on the strong ties between UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan.

Spread cheer, not COVID: Tips for staying safe this holiday season

As we enter the holiday season, COVID-19 remains a public health concern. Dr. Devon Greyson, assistant professor at the School of Population and Public Health, answers some common questions about how to stay safe and healthy over the holidays. Find out more

Consideration of the reappointment of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation

A message from Santa J. Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor

Read thank you messages from colleagues across the university

Thank you to all those faculty and staff who submitted messages of gratitude. We had over 200 submissions from all parts of the university! We had such an incredible response that we’ve had to bundle them into small groups. Take a look below to see if there is a message for you. On behalf of the UBC Internal Communications team we’d also like to share our own message of thanks to every single faculty or staff member who took the time to submit a message, take part in a story, leadership profile, '30-second bio' or 'research in focus' over the last year.

Read the latest Letter from Santa

Letter from Santa is a regular newsletter from President Santa Ono to members of the UBC community. In this issue, Santa talks about the university's first in-person graduation ceremonies since 2019, the Envisioning Equality project, UBC's participation in the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26), and much more. Highlights

Leadership update —  Associate Vice-President  Enrolment Services and Registrar 

Dr. Kate Ross, Associate Vice-President Enrolment Services and Registrar, will be stepping down from her role as of December 31, 2022, and retiring March 31, 2023. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Ross for all of the work she has done to enhance the student experience at UBC.

Perspectives from LFS faculty members: how can agriculture adapt to climate change?

This summer saw unprecedented climate events in regions around the world. Canada set an all-time record high temperature when Lytton, BC, broke the heat record for three consecutive days in June, peaking at 49.6° Celsius. What does this mean for agriculture? Researchers in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems share ideas based on their research expertise. Find out more

UBC Vancouver - gas restriction extended to December 14

Please note: This Bulletin was originally issued on November 22 to inform faculty and staff about a restriction on the purchase of fuel, as a result of the recent floods. The fuel restriction has now been extended until December 14. The Bulletin has been revised to reflect this update. As you know, the BC Provincial Government has introduced a restriction on fuel, as a result of the impact of the recent floods. Unless operating an essential vehicle, residents are limited to purchasing 30 litres of fuel per trip to the gas station in these areas: