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“Asking the right questions” – On AI’s untapped potential for journalism

Journalism and technological innovation are not strange bedfellows. The field of journalism has gone from strength to strength by harnessing the power of new technology, be it embracing computer-processed type setting over linotype, or switching over to the internet from radio and telegraph, to name only a few such adoptions.

UBCO faculty members named 2024 Researchers of the Year

UBC Okanagan's prestigious Researcher of the Year awards recognize individuals who are making the world a better place through excellence in research and scholarly activity.Three outstanding faculty members have been honoured: Dr. Adam Ford for natural sciences and engineering research, Dr. Lesley Lutes for health research and Dr. Wendy Wong for her research in the fields of social sciences and humanities.Learn more

Evolutionary biologist Dr. Dolph Schluter named American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow

Internationally renowned evolutionary biologist Dr. Dolph Schluter has been elected to the newest class of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) fellows, among the most distinct honours within the global scientific community. 

Announcing the 2023/24 Community-University Engagement Support fund recipients

This year, the Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) fund awarded over $700,000 to 30 projects between community partners and UBC students, faculty and staff across BC. These partnerships are aimed at benefiting communities and advancing collaborative research, teaching and learning.

UBC recognized as one of Canada's greenest employers in 2024

For the 13th consecutive year, UBC has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers. This special award recognizes Canadian employers that lead the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness, developing exceptional sustainability initiatives, and are attracting employees because of their environmental leadership.Learn more

UBCO researcher examines the breastfeeding and expressing experiences of Chinese women

Walking for Joy at UBC: Half a billion steps for health and community

Scholarship of Teaching & Learning – funding opportunities

Please note: this message was issued to UBC Vancouver. Read the UBC Okanagan message here

Get ready to showcase your wildlife photography prowess

In recent years, we’ve asked faculty and staff to share your snaps of nature-inspired moments.  This spring, we’ll be putting out another call for photos – this time focused on the birds and wildlife you encounter in your neighbourhood or out on hikes across the province. 

30-second bio: Violet Addams

Violet works within the Human Resources team in the Faculty of Arts at UBC Vancouver. They believe that the greatest question ever asked is “Can I help?” because it is a gift of connection and caring.

UBC Library digitizes Indigenous language dictionaries

As part of an ongoing effort by the UBC Library Digitization Centre and cIRcle, UBC Library is making Indigenous language dictionaries more accessible by digitizing these works and making them available through UBC Open Collections.

Dr. Samantha Reid appointed Associate Vice-President, Students, at UBC Vancouver

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Samantha Reid as Associate Vice-President, Students, at UBC Vancouver, effective April 15, 2024.The role is responsible for the strategic leadership and planning required to advance the goals and priorities of the Vice-President, Students portfolio and the Student Strategic Plan.