Updates, news and stories
A selection of updates, news and stories from across the university.
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UBCOAugust 24, 2020 | Feature story | Faculty & StaffMission possible
One of UBC Okanagan’s most complex, collaborative research projects evaluated pilot fatigue to help keep fire-fighting pilots safe on the job. With a key partner, Conair, the diverse research team analyzed performance metrics for aerial firefighters.
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UBCVAugust 24, 2020 | Media release | Faculty & StaffThis ‘Cold Tube’ can beat the summer heat without relying on air conditioning
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UBCV & UBCOAugust 19, 2020 | UBC Broadcast | Faculty & StaffReappointment of UBC’s Vice-President, Health
A message from Santa J. Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor In June 2018, UBC announced that Dr. Dermot Kelleher had been appointed to a newly created role of Vice-President, Health.
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UBCV & UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Announcement | Faculty & StaffCOVID-19 – The latest on the re-occupancy and resumption of activity on UBC’s campuses and learning sites
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UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Okanagan Admin News | Faculty & StaffPlanning for safe resumption of on-campus activity
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UBCVAugust 17, 2020 | Feature story | Faculty & StaffHow Indigenous Knowledge is helping us fine-tune statistical models
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UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Okanagan Global Message | Faculty & StaffAaron Mogerman appointed UBCO’s Director, Infrastructure Development
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UBCV & UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Leadership one-on-one | Faculty & StaffAndrew Parr
Andrew Parr was appointed Associate Vice-President, Student Housing & Community Services in December 2019. His portfolio includes Student Housing, Food Services, UBC Bookstore, Conferences and Accommodation, Parking and Access, Child Care Services and Campus Mail. Prior to becoming AVP, he was the Managing Director of Student Housing and Hospitality Services (SHHS). In his role, Andrew is focused on enhancing the academic and social experience for students and supporting the creation of a strong and fulsome campus community at both Vancouver and Okanagan campuses. This effort also encompasses a desire to drive sustainability, wellbeing, equity and inclusion within his portfolio. Outside of work, Andrew is a west coast explorer and motorcycle enthusiast with a penchant for open-road adventure.
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UBCVAugust 17, 2020 | Media release | Faculty & StaffMore parents plan to get flu shot for kids this fall
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UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Feature story | Faculty & StaffEnd-of-life lessons: Nursing Prof. Barbara Pesut aims to provide relief for the suffering associated with dying
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UBCOAugust 17, 2020 | Media release | Faculty & StaffUBCO researchers link advertising to uptick in youth vaping