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UBC’s progress on its commitments to equity and anti-racism

In April this year, UBC’s Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence (ARIE) Task Force launched its final report containing 54 recommendations. You can read the report at https://antiracism.ubc.ca. 

Consideration of the reappointment of UBC Chancellor

A message from Ross Langford, Chair, Chancellor Reappointment Committee; Fred Withers, Chair, alumni UBC Board of Directors Please note: This message is sent on behalf of the UBC Alumni Association (alumni UBC). The Honourable Steven Lewis Point was appointed UBC Chancellor in July 2020. As he approaches the end of his first three-year term, he is now being considered for reappointment.

Celebrating UBC Vancouver's longest-serving staff

The 25 Year Club was established in 1971 by President Walter Gage to recognize the contributions of staff. The annual celebration recognizes staff who have reached this major 25-year milestone, and also honours those with 35, 40 and 50 years of service.

Call for nominations for representatives to the Board of Governors and Senates

A message from Kate Ross, Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and Registrar As you may be aware, throughout the last year of each triennium, the university embarks on a series of elections for representatives to the Board of Governors and the Okanagan and Vancouver Senates for the upcoming three-year term. At this time, the first round of elections for the 2023 — 2026 triennium is underway with opportunities for faculty and staff to get involved.

UBCO joins Age Friendly University global network

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Robert Helsley appointed as Associate Provost, UBC at Surrey

Last year, UBC announced that it is expanding its presence in Surrey to build the university’s regional presence, as well as improve access to post-secondary education in the Fraser region. I am pleased to announce that Dr. Robert W. Helsley has been appointed as Associate Provost for the UBC at Surrey project, effective October 1, 2022 for a two-year term.  Dr. Helsley is the Grosvenor Professor of Cities, Business Economics and Public Policy at UBC Sauder School of Business where he has served as Dean from 2012 to 2022.

UBCO researchers explore the critical role family physicians play in post-cancer care

Complete the Employment Equity Survey by Oct. 31

You are invited to complete the Employment Equity Survey, a confidential online survey that helps inform the university's understanding of the demographic composition of faculty and staff. This survey is one way to examine patterns and trends in employment across the university. Your participation will enable leadership to take important steps to identify and remove systemic barriers to equity and report on progress.

How will you take part in this year's UBC United Way campaign?

UBC’s annual United Way campaign is underway now until December, providing an opportunity for staff, faculty and community members to come together and raise funds for a great cause.United Way British Columbia is strengthening vital connections that support people in need in our local communities, across BC. All money raised locally will stay locally.There are a number of ways you can get involved with this year’s campaign:

UBC moves forward with Peter Wall Legacy Fund

A message from Professor Deborah Buszard, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor