Updates, news and stories

Teaching in focus: Elly Park

Located in Prince George, Elly is an assistant professor of teaching in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. Her teaching approach focuses on experiential learning and relationships to ensure students develop the confidence to become compassionate clinicians.

Kelowna wildfires: guidance for faculty and staff

A message from Alex Bayne, Managing Director, Human Resources, UBC Okanagan Dear colleagues, Let me begin by recognizing the resilience, resolve and professionalism of students, faculty and staff during these distressing past few days. I am very grateful that we have a community that remains united and supportive despite the challenges we face.

Support during the Central Okanagan wildfire situation

Baby’s brain development may be linked to their gut bacteria​

Poor air quality and heat advisory

Arts Perspectives on AI: Fearing (your own) language in the age of artificial intelligence

Ordinary care in extraordinary times

Enhancing child development and well-being for young families in Revelstoke, BC

Heat warning in Vancouver and the Okanagan

A heat warning is in effect for Metro Vancouver and Central Okanagan. To ensure your safety during rising temperatures, access a range of information and resources to support you. 

UBCO researchers aim to improve medical diagnosis of cancer

Researchers at UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering are developing medical imaging systems that can ultimately help with the creation of effective technologies for cancer detection. They are applying terahertz radiation to take existing diagnostic imaging a step further.

Update on the Black Faculty Cohort Hiring Initiative

Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a proposal. Following the launch of the program earlier this year, we are pleased to provide an update. Learn more

Reconnect with colleagues at the Welcome Back BBQ

The Welcome Back BBQ is returning to Vancouver this year and is back again in the Okanagan. A UBC tradition, the BBQ is a chance to enjoy a complimentary lunch, live entertainment and information booths that are interactive, fun and support your wellbeing, while mingling in-person with your colleagues.The event will be held on Aug. 31 for faculty and staff at UBC Okanagan, and on Sept. 13 for staff at UBC Vancouver.