Updates, news and stories
A selection of updates, news and stories from across the university.
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UBCVMarch 25, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff
30-second bio: Kristine Wong
Kristine is a registered veterinary technician at UBC Vancouver. Find out what she believes is the best part of her work, and what makes her experience truly exceptional.
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UBCVMarch 25, 2024 | Announcement | Faculty
Apply to the Sustainability Education Fellows Program
Sustainability Education Fellowships are awarded to faculty members at UBC Vancouver who are leading the design of new sustainability courses and programs. Fellows receive funding of up to $20,000 over two years to develop new curriculum and contribute to advancing sustainability and wellbeing education at UBC.The deadline to apply is May 13.Find out more
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 25, 2024 | Leadership one-on-one | Faculty & Staff
Bhushan Gopaluni
Dr. Bhushan Gopaluni is the Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President of Faculty Planning at UBC Vancouver. He was appointed in May 2023, following one year in a pro tem capacity. In this role, he leads on enrolment planning, stewardship of academic space and capital projects, and university budget planning.Dr. Gopaluni has held several roles at the university. He joined the Faculty of Applied Science in 2006 as an assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. Prior to his current role, he was Associate Head for undergraduate programs, followed by Associate Dean of Education and Professional Development. A leading expert on data analytics for the process industry, Dr. Gopaluni is the recipient of the prestigious Killam Teaching Prize, the Applied Science Dean’s service medal and the D.G. Fisher Award in Process Control from the Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering. One of his proudest achievements was launching the Applied Science Experiential Learning Hub, which is designed to give students an edge in a constantly evolving job market.
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 21, 2024 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
Adam Charania appointed Interim Vice-President, Human Resources
I am pleased to announce that Adam Charania has been appointed Interim Vice-President, Human Resources, beginning April 1, 2024.
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 21, 2024 | Feature story | Faculty & Staff
UBC Library users now have access to over 80 new resources funded by the UBC President’s Academic Excellence Initiative
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 19, 2024 | Announcement | Faculty & Staff
Announcing recipients of UBC's 2023 Faculty Research Awards
This year, 27 faculty members have been named as recipients of the university's Faculty Research Awards.This award recognizes the research excellence and scholarly achievements of faculty from across all disciplines, ranging from the applied sciences and medicine to the social sciences and humanities. Award recipients are selected by UBC’s Faculty Research Awards Committee and include early career researchers through to established members of faculty.
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UBCVMarch 18, 2024 | Media release | Faculty & Staff
Global wildlife study during COVID-19 shows rural animals are more sensitive to human activity
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 18, 2024 | Announcement | Faculty & Staff
Share your feedback on Board Policy proposals
The UBC community is invited to comment on proposed amendments to the Sexual Misconduct Policy (SC17) and a proposed new Public Interest Disclosure Policy (SC19) by Apr. 30.Find out more
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 18, 2024 | Announcement | Faculty & Staff
Submit an application to the Healthy Workplace Initiatives Fund Program
The Healthy Workplace Initiatives Fund Program is an annual fund of up to $3,000 available to UBC departments and units to support grassroots activities that promote wellbeing in the workplace.The program provides start-up funds and support for health-related, sustainable initiatives. You can apply for funding for programs such as mental health training, nutrition and making healthy food choices, and fitness classes, to name a few.The deadline to apply for funding is Apr. 19
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 18, 2024 | Announcement | Faculty & Staff
Register for the Pick Your Peak Stair Challenge by April 15
The Pick Your Peak Stair Challenge is an initiative that encourages faculty and staff to incorporate movement, social connection, and physical activity throughout the day.You can register a team of 4-6 people or sign-up as a solo climber (by 4pm on April 15), select your stair climbing goal, and start tracking your progress.
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UBCV & UBCOMarch 14, 2024 | UBC Bulletin | Faculty & Staff
UBC planning a balanced operating budget for 2024/25
UBC is reporting a healthy financial position as part of its 2024/25 budget proposal presented to the Board of Governors’ Finance Committee.The report was presented to the committee in advance of going to the full Board of Governors on March 27, 2024. It acknowledges that UBC, like many other universities, is navigating a challenging financial landscape. Broader economic conditions, geopolitical tensions and issues specific to higher education are creating a measure of instability and uncertainty for the post-secondary sector as a whole.
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UBCVMarch 14, 2024 | Feature story | Faculty & Staff
How Pasang Yangjee Sherpa honours Indigenous wisdom on her quest for climate justice