July 21, 2020
Lesley Cormack formally began her role on July 1. In this first video message to faculty and staff, Lesley shares her plans for this summer – which involve completing her move to the Okanagan and getting to know the UBCO campus community.
UBC experts share meditative practices for mitigating your climate-related stress.Find out about faculty and staff recommendations for tangible, calming, and restorative methods to process climate concerns, including:
Three outstanding researchers from UBC Okanagan have been recognized with the title of Principal’s Research Chair.The Principal’s Research Chairs (PRC) program is an initiative that provides financial research support for UBC Okanagan faculty engaged in outstanding research or creative scholarship. UBCO PRCs are leaders who are expected to build and sustain world-class research programs.
Three outstanding researchers from UBC Okanagan have been recognized with the title of Principal’s Research Chair.The Principal’s Research Chairs (PRC) program is an initiative that provides financial research support for UBC Okanagan faculty engaged in outstanding research or creative scholarship. UBCO PRCs are leaders who are expected to build and sustain world-class research programs.
Every year on Sept. 30, people across Canada wear orange and participate in Orange Shirt Day events to recognize and raise awareness about the history and consequences of the residential school system in Canada. It is an opportunity for everyone to engage with the legacies of the residential school system and show their solidarity.
Grants worth $300 are available for faculty and staff in Vancouver and the Okanagan who wish to host events that promote mental health during November, which is Thrive month at UBC. During the annual, month-long mental health initiative the UBC community is encouraged to learn about, talk about, and explore ways to support our mental health.
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