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Call for nominations for OER Excellence and Impact Awards

We are pleased to announce a call for nominations for the Open Education Resources (OER) Excellence and Impact Awards. These awards are open to faculty members at both campuses.The OER Excellence and Impact Awards recognize outstanding work done by faculty who materially advance the use and impact of open educational resources in credit courses at UBC.

Participate in Thrive Month at UBC

The annual Thrive mental health campaign is dedicated to making the UBC community aware of the resources and initiatives available year-round to support mental health and wellbeing. This November, take time to explore ways to support your mental health. From Nov. 1 – Nov. 30., attend events, apply for grants, and explore resources, such as the Mental Health Continuum (a new mental health self-assessment tool for faculty and staff). 

Learn more about this year's United Way Campaign

UBC’s annual United Way campaign is currently underway until December, providing an opportunity for the university community to come together and raise funds for a great cause.

Staff in focus: Khushbu Parikh

As a senior program analyst with UBC IT, Khushbu helps design systems, guide technical decisions, and turn ideas into reality. She believes success starts with building and empowering the right team, and she brings that same energy to her personal pursuits, from painting to her latest hobby, Taekwondo.

Attend the Provost’s All-Faculty Forum on November 3, 2025

I invite you to join me for the upcoming UBC Vancouver All-Faculty Forum on November 3, hosted by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic. This gathering is another opportunity to engage in an open discussion about our academic mission and the evolving role of faculty in shaping UBC for the future.

Global supply chains benefit most from who you know

Nitobe Memorial Garden: A garden that bridges worlds

At first light, the Nitobe Memorial Garden breathes in silence. Dew settles on stone lanterns and soft moss. The pond lies still, a mirror for the pale sky. Among the maples, a figure moves slowly, checking branches, brushing leaves from a path and pausing to listen. “That’s my favourite moment,” says Ryo Sugiyama, the garden curator. “It’s so quiet when it’s just me and the garden before anyone comes in. I can see the work I’ve done and the work I should do.” 

Help define the next chapter of Canada's AI leadership

Following the Government of Canada's recent launch of an AI Strategy Task Force, you are invited to share your input and help shape the future of Canada’s approach to AI. Complete the survey

Call for nominations: 2026 West Coast Teaching Excellence Awards

Faculty are invited to submit a nomination for the West Coast Teaching Excellence Awards. These awards recognize excellence in postsecondary teaching, primarily at the undergraduate level. Nominations close Nov. 28.Learn more

How babies learn language, and what parents can do to help

New CFI funding to help UBCO researchers develop treatment for deadly brain injuries

The power of partnerships to drive innovation in BC

At the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, UBC President and university-industry partnership leaders explore how collaboration can fuel growth and opportunity