October 19, 2023
Last month, UBC hosted activities and events for Orange Shirt Day (Sept. 30) to recognize and raise awareness about the history and consequences of the residential school system in Canada, and saw strong participation across the community.
Take a moment to see highlights from the day, as well as view photos from this year’s intergenerational march in Vancouver.
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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