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Breaking down stereotypes to support women in engineering

Mentorship and promoting diversity are key to growing the number of women in the field, explains Engineering Professor Dr. Sumi Siddiqua“When someone tells me what I’m working on is a ‘man’s thing’ and I shouldn’t be doing it, I know that’s precisely what I should do,” explains Dr. Sumi Siddiqua, a professor at UBC Okanagan.Civil engineering is one of those things.

Challenges in Partnered Research: Should I Start a Non-Profit?

Most B.C. youth aren’t meeting Canada’s movement guidelines, and it could be impacting their mental health

Attend the Provost’s All-Faculty Forum on March 17, 2025

A message from Gage Averill, Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBC Vancouver

Celebrated Indigenous art collection coming to UBC Okanagan

Teaching in focus: Devan Scott

As an adjunct professor in the Department of Theatre and Film, Devan brings his experience working on set and as a critic into the classroom. He aims to help students develop their own design processes, empowering them to become independent and innovative visual storytellers.

Join UBC Vancouver’s Sustainability Coordinator Program

The Sustainability Coordinator Program provides faculty and staff in Vancouver with opportunities and resources to promote and implement sustainable practices on campus. 

Maggie Ivanova appointed as Chief Enterprise Risk and Assurance Officer

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Maggie Ivanova as UBC’s new Chief Enterprise Risk and Assurance Officer, effective April 7. This role reports to both the Vice-President, Finance and Operations, as part of the portfolio's Senior Leadership Team, and the Audit Committee of the BoardIn her new role, Maggie will provide strategic leadership to UBC’s Internal Assurance and Enterprise Risk Management functions, ensuring they align with the university’s strategic goals and evolving needs.

Access your T4 / T4A statements on Workday

As we enter tax season, access your 2024 T4 and T4A tax slips for personal income tax returns through Workday.For more information on taxes and deductions, and frequently asked questions, including guidance on how to read your T4 slip, please visit the Finance website.Learn more 

Is artificial intelligence bad for the environment?

Ultrasound improves cancer detection in women with dense breasts

Tariffs threaten Canadian supply chains. Here’s how consumers and businesses can prepare

UBC Sauder School of Business lecturer Samuel Roscoe, an expert in geopolitical disruptions and supply chain risk, explains how the upcoming U.S. tariffs on Canada will likely impact Canadian consumers and businesses, and what they can do to prepare.Read more