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BC set for a warm summer, but 2021 heat wave unlikely

Applications open for the UBC Wellbeing Strategic Initiative Fund

As a faculty or staff member, you can apply for a UBC Wellbeing Strategic Initiative Fund. These funds are granted to departments and units in Vancouver and the Okanagan to support the university's commitment to the Okanagan Charter to become a health and wellbeing-promoting institution, as outlined in UBC's Wellbeing Strategic Framework. 

Peter Simpson named Associate Provost, Academic Affairs and Strategy

A message from Rehan Sadiq, Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBC Okanagan Dear colleagues, I am pleased to announce that Dr. Peter Simpson has been appointed Associate Provost, Academic Affairs and Strategy, effective June 15, 2023, until June 30, 2025.

Pride at UBC

Celebrating achievement in queer studies

June marks Pride Month in North America, a month dedicated to celebrating the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and spotlighting the achievements and contributions of its members. Dr. Ervin Malakaj, Director of Undergraduate Studies, German, whose work focuses largely on queer studies, recently received two significant honours that will provide him with opportunities to further his research.

New institutional roadmap to implement EDI priorities

In September of 2022, the Strategic Equity and Anti-racism (StEAR) framework was introduced to guide UBC’s approach to the implementation of institutional equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) priorities.  I am now pleased to announce the release of the StEAR Roadmap for Change, a substantive component of the framework that includes a detailed set of objectives and strategic actions to be implemented over the next three to five years. 

Unlocking the potential of peer support to improve men’s mental health

Approximately one of every five men in Canada will experience a mental health challenge this year. Many will avoid or delay seeking support, which can lead to devastating results. Dr. Paul Sharp, a postdoctoral fellow with UBC’s Men’s Health Research Program and member of the Reducing Male Suicide Research Cluster, would like to help men find ways to tackle their mental health challenges through social connections.

Indigenous History Month

Simple hysterectomy a safe option for women with early-stage, low-risk cervical cancer

Message from the Provost, UBC Okanagan

Call for letters of intent for Large Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund Transformation projects

Faculty and staff at UBC Vancouver are invited to submit letters of intent (LOI) for Large Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund (TLEF) Transformation projects by 3pm on July 13, 2023. About Large TLEF Transformation projects

Share your nature-inspired photos by June 23

Summer is on the horizon, which is cause for celebration and an appreciation for the sunnier days, warmer weather and new seasonal growth. How has the change in season inspired your appreciation for the natural environment? What has captured your attention in the great outdoors, and what's growing in your home or garden? Whether it's the park down the street, your window herb-garden, or an ornamental plant you’ve purchased just for fun', we want you to share a photo (or two) that captures seasonal plants, produce, herbs, blooms, and greenery.