Preparing for digital recovery in advance of disaster
For years, British Columbians have been preparing for “the Big One” as the province sits on a seismic fault line. Regardless of the size or nature, disasters (natural or man-made) can have major implications to global research institutions like UBC. Today, when technology is fundamental in the learning and research ecosystems, a compromised IT infrastructure […]
Inclusive Teaching @ UBC: Maximizing success in diverse classrooms
At UBC, inclusion is a commitment to create a welcoming community where those who are historically, persistently, or systemically marginalized are treated equitably, feel respected, and belong. As recent events across North America and on campus have highlighted the pervasiveness of systemic racism, UBC President Santa J. Ono has reaffirmed UBC’s commitment to inclusion and […]
Furthering feminism at UBC Okanagan
Through advocacy, education and sharing of personal stories, women scholars, students and staff at UBC Okanagan are working to positively change the lived experiences of women in the classroom, workplace and world. UBC Okanagan spoke with a number of community members about their experiences of feminism in society and at UBC. Read the full story […]
Championing sustainability at UBC for twenty years
The Sustainability Coordinator Program provides staff, faculty and graduate students with opportunities to promote sustainably at UBC. The program is a great grassroots initiative that empowers its volunteer coordinators as they create sustainability practices tailored to the unique needs of their unit, from laboratories, office spaces, classrooms, and more. Since its origins in 1999, the […]
Adapting the university to new ways of working
In March 2020, the outbreak of Covid-19 brought many changes to how UBC faculty, staff and students interacted with the campus, as we transitioned to online learning and remote working for most. The shift brought with it the need to adapt quickly to meet new operational and safety requirements. A new series by UBC Internal […]
UBC recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2020
For the ninth consecutive year, UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2020. Some of the reasons why UBC is being recognized with this award include: UBC boasts a number of green firsts, including being the first Canadian university to adopt a sustainable development policy (and first to sign the International Sustainable […]
UBC to establish new downtown Kelowna presence
UBC and the City of Kelowna have announced plans for a significant new university presence in downtown Kelowna, featuring a mixed-use development comprising community-facing academic and administrative space, and university rental housing. UBC has long had an off-campus presence in Kelowna, through the Kelowna General Hospital Clinical Academic Campus, the Okanagan Innovation Centre, the Rotary Centre for the […]
Climate emergency engagement: Virtual community dialogues May 21-June 30
As the situation around coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, the climate emergency engagement timeline has been extended to late June to allow for continued and robust engagement. There will be a series of virtual community dialogues, all hosted over Zoom. The climate emergency remains one of the most pressing issues of our time. At this […]
UBC research driving the future of clean transportation
Vehicles produce nearly a quarter of Canada’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, making them the country’s second-largest source of such emissions. The University of British Columbia is leading research efforts to make transportation cleaner, safer and more connected, using its unique campus as a living laboratory (Strategy 3: Thriving Communities). One example is an innovative UBC […]
The flow of water: From the mountains to the campus
Water is a crucial resource at UBC, for basic human needs and to support research and operations. The story of water at UBC’s Vancouver campus is complex, and rests in the hands of dedicated teams from across the VP Finance & Operations portfolio, including Energy & Water Services, Building Operations, Safety & Risk Services, and […]