Updates, news and stories
A selection of updates, news and stories from across the university.
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UBCV & UBCOApril 18, 2023 | Announcement | Faculty & StaffUBC leads as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2023
For the 12th consecutive year, UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2023. This special award recognizes Canadian employers that lead the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness, developing exceptional sustainability initiatives, and are attracting employees because of their environmental leadership. Learn more
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UBCV & UBCOApril 17 | Feature story | Faculty & StaffUBC sets out spending priorities in 2023/24 budget
UBC’s Board of Governors has approved the 2023/2024 budget, setting out the university’s spending priorities for the year ahead.
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UBCV & UBCOApril 17, 2023 | Leadership one-on-one | Faculty & StaffArig al Shaibah
Arig al Shaibah is UBC’s Associate Vice-President, Equity and Inclusion. She was appointed to this role in July 2022. In her current role, Dr. al Shaibah works in partnership with units across both UBC campuses to champion institutional efforts and embed equity, diversity, inclusion into the structure, policies and processes of the university. Dr. al Shaibah has amassed over 15 years of experience working as a senior administrator in three Canadian research-intensive universities advancing accessibility, inclusion, employment equity, and human rights. Prior to joining UBC, she held various leadership roles at McMaster, Dalhousie, and Queen’s University. As a racialized Muslim Yemeni-Canadian cisgender woman of Afro-Arab heritage, Dr. al Shaibah brings a global, inclusive and empathic perspective to her efforts at the university. She is inspired by the ‘everyday hero’ and believes that, at its core, equity, diversity, and Inclusion is about changing hearts and minds.
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UBCV & UBCOApril 14, 2023 | Announcement | Faculty & StaffAnnouncing the 2022/23 Killam Teaching Prize recipients
UBC has awarded the 2022/23 Killam Teaching Prize to 20 faculty members, who have been nominated by students, colleagues and alumni in recognition of excellence in teaching.
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UBCOApril 14, 2023 | Okanagan Global Message | Faculty & StaffCelebrating UBC Okanagan’s 2023 Teaching Award recipients
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UBCV & UBCOApril 14, 2023 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & StaffUpdate on UBC’s budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year
UBC’s Board of Governors has approved the 2023/2024 budget, setting out the university’s spending priorities for the year ahead. As a whole, the university is operating in an environment of fiscal restraint, with distinct conditions existing at our two campuses. This year, and into future years, the combination of rising costs and constrained revenue will require conservative financial strategies and proactive approaches.
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UBCV & UBCOApril 13, 2023 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Helen Yung appointed as UBC’s new Comptroller
I am pleased to announce that Helen Yung has been appointed as the university’s new Comptroller, effective June 12, 2023.
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UBCVApril 12, 2023 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Search for a new Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Teaching and Learning
UBC is embarking on a search for a new Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Teaching and Learning.This position oversees several administrative units, including the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT), UBC Extended Learning (ExL), the Academic Director of the Learning Exchange, the Academic Integrity Hub, and other initiatives related to enhancing teaching and learning at UBC.
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UBCOApril 12, 2023 | Feature story | Faculty & StaffWestbank First Nation and UBCO collaborate on interactive web map
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UBCOApril 11, 2023 | Media release | Faculty & StaffUBCO research shows Canadian gut health products may not provide the same benefits to immigrants
UBCO researchers have worked in collaboration with colleagues from the UK and India to better understand the daily challenges experienced by Indians adapting to new cultures. Learn more
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UBCVApril 11, 2023 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Inviting proposals for the 2023 Continuous Learning Advancement Fund
The Continuous Learning Advancement (CLAF) supports the creation, renewal and expansion of non-degree learning opportunities at UBC Vancouver. Initially launched in 2019 as the Online Learning Advancement Fund (OLAF), CLAF’s renewed focus is on growing UBC Vancouver’s capacity to serve continuous learners in British Columbia, as set out in the university’s strategic plans.
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UBCVApril 11, 2023 | Announcement | Faculty & StaffApply for a Sustainability Education Grant by May 14
The Sustainability Education Grant program provides funding for Vancouver faculty members looking to advance and diversify sustainability education opportunities for students across campus in all disciplines. Through this program, you can: