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Help us engage faculty and staff in the 2024 Workplace Experiences Survey

On November 4, UBC will open the 2024 Workplace Experiences Survey. This survey, which traditionally happens every three years, gives faculty and staff an opportunity to share feedback about their experiences working at UBC and provides leaders with unit-specific reports where there are five or more responses.Much has changed across our campuses since preceding surveys and your feedback will help us understand what is working well and where there are opportunities for change.

How the US election could help shape Canadian politics

Call for volunteers to support UBC Vancouver's fall graduation events

Over 3,000 UBC Vancouver students will graduate this Fall. Volunteers are needed to ensure smooth running of the 10 congregation ceremonies due to take place at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts from Nov. 27 to 29. 

Participate in UBC Thrive to support mental health literacy

UBC's mental health and literacy campaign, Thrive is an annual event in November which encourages the UBC community to explore the resources and initiatives available to help support their mental health.During this year's Thrive month, faculty and staff are invited to attend a Thrive event, become a Thrive partner, learn how to discuss mental health and explore the resources available to support their own mental health all year round.

Staff in focus: Amanda Coccimiglio

Amanda works as a business analyst with the Arts Service Centre – Student to support the Faculty of Arts’ transition to Workday Student. Find out why she thinks of her work as interesting puzzles she solves between bike rides and travelling.

Learn more about this year’s United Way campaign

UBC’s annual United Way campaign is currently underway until December, providing an opportunity for the UBC community 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 will support health, care and inclusion locally.There are a number of ways you can get involved in this year’s campaign:

New space molecule largest ever detected using radioastronomy

Navigating conflict in partnered research

“Challenges in Partnered Research” is a Q&A series by Partnering in Research that highlights individuals transforming policies, practices, and communities through collaborative research.

Meet the latest recipients of UBC’s 2024 Partnership Recognition and Exploration Fund

This past summer, Partnership Recognition and Exploration funding was awarded to 15 collaborative initiatives, showcasing the diverse ways in which communities are partnering with UBC students, faculty and staff in Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Teaching in focus: Sara Ann Knutson

Sara Ann is an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Department of History. Find out about what led her into teaching and how she is consistently surprised by how much the same course can transform with each new student cohort based on their positionalities, life experiences, and expectations.

Apply for a UBC Coaching Internship by Dec. 2

Are you seeking certification as a professional coach and want to apply your new coaching skills and knowledge to working with fellow UBC staff and faculty?The Coaching Internship program gives faculty and staff valuable experience in coaching their peers in addition to professional development, mentorship and $1,500 towards the tuition cost of the accredited coach training program of your choice. Applications are due Dec. 2.