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How trees recycle nutrients to produce their autumn colours

Seeking nominations for the Advisory Committee for the Vice-President, Research & Innovation search

A message from Benoit-Antoine Bacon, President and Vice-Chancellor; Rella Ng, Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and RegistrarAs you are aware, UBC is embarking on a search for the next Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) as Dr. Gail C. Murphy will be stepping down from her role next spring.

What cherished campus coyote’s death tells us about his life

In his short life, Kip the coyote with the one bad leg became an unofficial mascot on UBC’s Vancouver campus.He was a frequent sight, sleeping in the open, basking in the sun and hunting down squirrels. Kip’s casual limping strolls across the campus seemingly oblivious to throngs of people around him were legendary.

Call for nominations for representatives to the Board of Governors and Senates

A message from Rella Ng, Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and RegistrarAs you may be aware, throughout the last year of each triennium, the university embarks on a series of elections for representatives to the Board of Governors and the Okanagan and Vancouver Senates for the upcoming three-year term. At this time, the first round of elections for the 2026-2029 triennium is underway with opportunities for faculty and staff to get involved.

Shape the future of teaching and learning at UBC

Earlier this summer, the Centre for Teaching, Learning & Technology (CTLT) underwent a reorganization that saw the launch of the Learning Technology Innovation Centre (LTIC) as a new stand-alone unit, which serves as a catalyst for innovation in digital pedagogy, providing opportunities for faculty to explore emerging technologies.

Upcoming leadership change for the VP Research & Innovation portfolio

After almost nine years in the role of Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) at UBC, Dr. Gail C. Murphy has let me know that she will be stepping down from her position, effective May 31, 2026. In this role, Gail has been critical in advancing the research and innovation agendas of the university across both campuses, and in articulating and promoting the university’s research and scholarly strengths, goals, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.  

Join the Great BC ShakeOut on Oct. 16

We all play a role in protecting ourselves and those around us, and making our campus safe. Participate in the annual ShakeOut drill on Oct. 16 at 10:16 am, and learn more about the risks in our community and what UBC is doing to plan ahead.The Great BC ShakeOut is an annual province-wide earthquake drill for everyone to practice how to protect themselves and be better prepared in the event of an earthquake. 

Exercise may help breast cancer survivors manage weight

Periodic external review of the Faculty of Forestry

External reviews are conducted periodically to ensure that UBC’s Faculties and administrative units are supporting the university’s academic mission. In November 2025, the Faculty of Forestry will undergo an external review as part of this process.

UBC Library digitizes William Shakespeare’s Second Folio

While William Shakespeare’s First Folio was much celebrated when it arrived at UBC in 2021, did you know that UBC Library also has a Second Folio of Shakespeare’s works? The Second Folio, digitized by UBC Library’s Digitization Centre, is now publicly accessible through Open Collections.

Consider supporting this year’s UBC United Way campaign

A message from Benoit-Antoine Bacon, President and Vice-Chancellor; Lesley Cormack, Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UBC OkanaganAt UBC, we are deeply committed to making a positive impact in our local communities.In that spirit, we are pleased to announce that this year’s UBC United Way campaign officially launches on Thursday, October 9, in Vancouver and the Okanagan.

What to know about COVID-19 vaccines this fall